Welcome to Andre Lucas Elementary!
Our Mission is to Educate, Engage and Empower Each Student to Succeed in a Dynamic World.
School Nursing Services
Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoDEA Americas is Hiring
DoDEA Americas is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Andre Lucas Elementary School is part of the Fort Campbell Schools Community in the DoDEA Americas Southeast District. Andre Lucas ES serves students in PK to grade 4.
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2027 Teacher of the Year Nominations
Mr. Brent L. Cook, DoDEA's 2026 Teacher of the Year, encourages nominations for the 2027 DoDEA Teacher of the Year.
Book Fair
Our fantastic PTO successfully hosted its inaugural Book Fair Event for the 2025 school year. The turnout was impressive, with students, parents, volunteers, and teachers all coming together to support this vital fundraising initiative.
UPK Wrap Around Program!
Andre’ Lucas Elementary is excited to offer the Universal PreK Wraparound Program, led by Mrs. Amy Cunningham-Buettner, along with a dedicated team of six staff members. This initiative is funded by NAF CYS and was inspired by Fort Campbell's selection as a pilot site for the UPK.
Bubbles and Beginnings- DoDEA Americas Launches Universal PreK at Fort Campbell
Barsanti Elementary School at Fort Campbell kicked off its Universal Prekindergarten program with bubbles, excitement, and a touch of parental tears, welcoming 4-year-olds into free, full-day classes as part of DoDEA's Phase II expansion in the Americas region. Educators like Principal Elisabeth Burba and teacher Litoya Grant highlight how the play-based approach fosters language, social skills, and resiliency, laying a holistic foundation for college- and career-ready futures, backed by research showing long-term gains in academic achievement, employment, and health—especially vital for military families navigating deployments and relocations. The tuition-free initiative eases childcare burdens, boosts family retention, and equips young "Bulldogs" to thrive amid constant change, turning a routine first day into a milestone for lifelong success.
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Love Teaching Week
DoDEA teachers share why they love to teach in honor of #LoveTeaching Week Feb. 14-21 — a campaign that celebrates teaching, leading, and learning in a way that unites and invigorates educators and those they inspire all around the world.
DoDEA Career and Technical Education Month
DoDEA celebrates CTE Month every February as a reminder to students that Career and Technical Education programs are available to all those who want to pursue a college education; enlist in the military; or enter directly into the workforce.
39 DoWEA High Schools Recognized on 2025 AP Honor Roll
The College Board announced that 39 Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) high schools have been named to the Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll.
National School Counseling Week
National School Counseling Week will be celebrated February 2-6, 2026, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems.
DoDEA Stakeholder Feedback Survey (SFS)
DoDEA will conduct a Stakeholder Feedback Survey January 29 through March 13. Parents and students will receive notifications through their DSIS email address.
Teacher of the Year Program
Do you know a teacher who has had a positive impact on your child, your child's school, or your community? Learn about the Teacher of the Year program.
DoDEA Announces Dr. Kewanis Kennedy as 2026 Principal of the Year
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) proudly announces that Dr. Kewanis Kennedy, principal of Marshall Elementary School at Fort Campbell, KY, has been selected as the 2026 DoDEA Principal of the Year.
Two students to represent DoDEA at 2026 United States Senate Youth Program
The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) has announced that high school students Mr. Michael Carbone and Ms. Ava Ellis will represent DoDEA during the 64th annual USSYP Washington Week, to be held March 7-14, 2026.
| School Hours | Regular Hours | 2nd Tuesday Early Release Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM | Monday - Friday |
| Teachers | 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Â |
| UPK-4 | 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM |
| PSCDÂ | 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM | |
| PSCD | 11:45 - 3:15 PM | |
| Â | Students eating breakfast enter at 8:00 AM | |
2nd Tuesday of every month are Early Release days
