Welcome to Gordon ES!
At Gordon Elementary, we prepare our students to be EXTRAORDINARY through high expectations, focused collaborations, progress monitoring, and differentiated instruction.
School Nursing Services
Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
Happy birthday, Space Force!
The United States Space Force was established on December 20, 2019.
DoDEA Americas is Hiring
DoDEA Americas is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Gordon Elementary School is part of the Fort Bragg Schools Community in the DoDEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District. Gordon ES serves students in PK to grade 5.
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Students Can Chat Safer with New Settings in Google Chat
Beginning August 5, 2025, student Chat Safer settings for Google Chat and Spaces will be implemented across all DoDEA locations.
Director Beth Narvaez welcomes back students and families for School Year 2025/26
Dr. Beth Narvaez welcomed back students, family, and staff to DoDEA for the 2025/26 school year.
DoDEA Launches Seal of Biliteracy to Prepare Students for a Global World
DoDEA will introduce the Seal of Biliteracy starting in the 2025-26 school year, recognizing high school graduates who demonstrate proficiency in English and in another language.
DoDEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District Shines in Accreditation Review, Proving Excellence for Military-Connected Students
The DoDEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District has achieved a remarkable score of 353 on the Cognia Index of Education Quality (IEQ), surpassing the network average of 296, as noted in the May 21, 2025, Accreditation Engagement Review. This recognition from Cognia, a globally respected nonprofit that accredits schools for their commitment to high standards in teaching, learning, and leadership, underscores the district’s dedication to military-connected students. Excelling on Cognia’s 4-point scale with scores of 3.5 in Culture of Learning, 3.4 in Leadership for Learning, 3.3 in Engagement of Learning, and 3.3 in Growth in Learning—well above network averages—the district fosters a supportive environment with strong teacher-student relationships, innovative technology like a 1:1 Chromebook ratio, and programs such as Focused Collaboration and STEAM activities. Ranked as the top U.S. school system for 4th and 8th graders in the 2024 NAEP, DoDEA’s global curriculum and tailored support make it a standout choice for military families, a commitment echoed by Superintendent Ryan Smith as the district plans to share findings and drive further improvements.
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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.
Bechtel Elementary’s challenge coin tradition recognizes positive actions
In military-connected communities, challenge coins are very much a part of the culture. It’s a tradition that recognizes exceptional acts and achievements.
DoDEA announces 2026 Region Principals of the Year
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is pleased to announce its 2026 Principals of the Year for the Americas, Europe and Pacific regions.
Mohan Vaswani Selected as Principal for Hampton Primary School
Mohan Vaswani Selected as Principal for Hampton Primary School effective December 28, 2025
Understanding The Blueprint for Continuous Improvement: Goal 2 - School Excellence
DoDEA’s Blueprint for Continuous Improvement recognizes that strong schools are the cornerstone of student success.
DoDEA celebrates 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar recipients
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is proud to announce Lila Rebecca Cypers of Rota Middle High School (DoDEA Europe South), and Baden Thomas Francis of Kadena High School (DoDEA Pacific South), have been selected as U.S. Department of Education 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars.
American Education Week
From November 17-21, DoDEA joins the nation in raising awareness about the need to provide every child with a quality public education.
National School Psychology Week
During the week of November 3-7, schools throughout DoDEA celebrated National School Psychology Awareness Week to highlight the important work our school psychologists and other educators do to help all students thrive.
| School Hours | Regular Hours | 1st Wednesday of the Month |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm |
| Students | 8:20 am - 3:05 pm | 8:20 am - 1:30 pm |
Early Checkouts: Please do not check out students from school after 2 p.m. or 1 p.m. Wednesdays.
| Cafeteria Hours | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | 8:00 am | 8:15 am |
| Lunch | 11:00 am | 1:00 pm |
