CHIEVRES AIR BASE, Belgium – For most U.S. children in the U.S. Army Garrison Benelux community, the first day of a new school year is just around the corner.
Preparing for that first day can seem daunting, especially as a newcomer to the area, but it doesn’t have to be. There are plenty of resources for registering your child, coordinating bus transportation, gathering school supplies and more. Front offices and School Liaison Officers at each installation are also available to answer questions and provide help as needed.
To aid in a smooth start for parents and children alike, we’ve gathered information for U.S. schools at each USAG Benelux installation. Please note that the information listed below is evolving and may not be fully comprehensive. For additional details, please contact your installation’s SLO or the front office at each school.
- USAG Benelux School Page
- DoDEA School Registration (for all U.S. schools)
- DoDEA Immunization Requirements
- DoDEA Dress Code
- DoDEA Europe School Supply List (some locations may have school-specific supply lists)
AFNORTH International School
Starting Dates
- Aug. 21 - U.S. Elementary School
- Aug. 21 - U.S. Middle/High School
- Aug. 28 - U.S. Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten
School Orientation/Events
U.S. Middle/High School
- Aug. 16 - New Student Orientation at 10 a.m. at the AFNORTH International School Cafeteria
- A guided tour will be offered following the information session
U.S. Elementary School
- Aug. 16 - New Student Orientation at 11 a.m. at the AFNORTH International School Cafeteria
- An opportunity to meet teachers will be provided during the Elementary School Open House
Aug. 16 - Child and Youth Center Ice Cream Social and Program Overview from 1 to 5 p.m. at JFC Brunssum Bldg. H-602
Aug. 18 - Back to School Bash from 5 to 7 p.m. at the AFNORTH International School
Bus/Transportation
Bus Coordinator
- Office: +31 (0) 45-527-8228
- Mobile: +31 (0) 6-224-334-08
- Email: buscoordinator@afnorth-is.com
School Lunch
Hot lunch provided with a variety of international dishes with vegetarian options. Learn more about lunch guidelines and registration procedures
U.S. Elementary School – 3.75 Euro per meal
- Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classes eat in their classrooms
- 1st through 5th grades eat in the school cafeteria
U.S. Middle/High School – 4.25 Euro per meal
- All grades eat in the school cafeteria
School Specific Supply Lists
School Information
AFNORTH U.S. Elementary School Website
- Phone: +31 (0) 45-527-8251
- Attendance email: afno.attendance@eu.dodea.edu
- AFNORTH U.S. Elementary School Facebook
- Student Handbook
- Classes are in session from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with early release every Wednesday at 2 p.m.
AFNORTH U.S. Middle/High School Website
- Phone: +31 (0) 45-527-8262/8263
- Registrar email: AFNORTHMHSRegistrar@dodea.edu
- AFNORTH U.S. Middle/High School Facebook
- Student Handbook
- Classes are in session from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with early release every Wednesday at 2 p.m.
School Liaison Officers:
- The Netherlands
- Phone: +31 (0) 45-526-3259/3033
- Email: thomas.w.eaton.naf@army.mil
- Germany
- Phone: +49 (0) 2451-9151-4015
- Email: bethany.restor@us.af.mil
Brussels American School
Starting Dates
- Aug. 21 - 1st through 12th Grade
- Aug. 28 - Kindergarten
School Orientation/Events
- Aug. 17 - New Parent/Student Orientation from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Brussels American School Multi-purpose Room
- Aug. 18 - Back to School Welcome Event from 9 a.m. to noon at the Brussels American School Multi-purpose Room
- For new and returning students
- Sept. 7 - Brussels American School Open House from 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Bus/Transportation
Bus Coordinator
- Office: +32 (0) 27 17 95 48/99 10/ 99 14
- Email: Brussels.SBO@dodea.edu
School Meals
Breakfast and lunch meals available. Learn more about meal guidelines, reduced-price meal program eligibility, and registration procedures
Breakfast:
- Reduced-price: $.30
- Full-price: $2.00
Lunch:
- Reduced-price: $.40
- Full-price (Elementary School) - $3.50
- Full-price (Middle/High School) - $3.75
School Specific Supply List
School Information
Brussels American School Website
- Phone: +32 (0) 22 80 90 00
- Registrar email: BrusselsEHS.Registrar@dodea.edu
- Brussels American School Facebook
- Student Handbook
- All grades have early release every Wednesday at 2:15 p.m.
School Liaison Officer
- Phone: +32 (0) 22 80 95 37 (Brussels office)
- Phone: +32 (0) 65 75 79 81 (SHAPE office)
- Email: john.w.orme.naf@army.mil
Dülmen Tower Barracks School Information
For Families in the Dülmen area, please contact the Non-DoD Schools Program in Germany
- Phone: +49 (0) 611-143-545-1537/1538
- Non-DoD Schools Program Orientation Handbook
SHAPE International School
Starting Dates
- Aug. 16 - American Elementary School
- Aug. 16 - American Middle School
- Aug. 16 - American High School
- Aug. 23 - American Kindergarten and PSCD (special needs pre-school)
School Orientation/Events
SHAPE American Elementary School
- Aug. 10 - New Parent Orientation (1st through 5th Grade) from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the school cafeteria
- Aug. 14 - New Parent Orientation (1st through 5th Grade) from 11 a.m. to noon in the school cafeteria
- Aug. 15 - “Sneak-A-Peek" (all students) from 3 to 4 p.m.
- Find classrooms, meet the teachers and drop off school supplies
SHAPE American Middle School
- Parent-Teacher-Student Organization School Store Open
- Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Aug. 15 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Aug 16 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Aug. 17 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
SHAPE American High School
- Aug. 15 - Student-led Tours from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Drop-in anytime at the front of the school
Aug. 15 - SHAPE American Schools Back to School Expo (all grades) from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the SHAPE American Elementary School
Bus/Transportation
Tip: Upon your arrival, check with the bus office before selecting a home to ensure it receives bus services. Call the bus office and give them the address to verify the community is on the list.
Bus Registration
- Phone: +32 (0) 65 44 40 13
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Bldg. 717, Room 120 (located between SHAPE Elementary School and the British Section using the side entrance)
Registration requirements (Active Duty sponsor):
- Registration Form (available online or at the bus registration office)
- Sponsor’s SHAPE ID
- Student’s passport or birth certificate
- Address for pick-up/drop-off
Registration requirements (Civilian sponsor):
- Registration Form (available online or at the bus registration office)
- Sponsor’s SHAPE ID
- Sponsor’s Certificate of Assignment
- Student’s passport or birth certificate
- Address for pick-up/drop-off
SHAPE Specific Bus Information
School Lunch
Breakfast and lunch meals available. Learn more about meal guidelines, reduced-price meal program eligibility, and registration procedures.
Breakfast:
- Reduced-price: $.30
- Full-price: $2.00
Lunch:
- Reduced-price: $.40
- Full-price (Elementary School) - $3.50
- Full-price (Middle/High School) - $3.75
School Specific Supply Lists
School Information
SHAPE American Elementary School Website
- Phone: +32 (0) 65 75 77 20
- Registrar email: shapees.registrar@dodea.edu
- SHAPE American Elementary School Facebook
- Student Handbook
- Classes are in session from 8:45 a.m. to 3:25 p.m., with early release every Wednesday at 3:05 p.m.
SHAPE American Middle School Website
- Phone: +32 (0) 65 75 77 30
- Registrar email: SHAPEMS.Registrar@dodea.edu
- SHAPE American Middle School Facebook
- Student Handbook
- Classes are in session from 8:50 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with early release every Wednesday at 3:05 p.m.
SHAPE American High School Website
- Phone: +32 (0) 65 75 77 40
- SHAPE American High School Facebook
- Student Handbook
- Classes are in session from 8:
- 50 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with early release every Wednesday at 3:05 p.m.
School Liaison Officer:
- Phone: +32 (0) 22 80 95 37 (Brussels office)
- Phone: +32 (0) 65 75 79 81 (SHAPE office)
- Email: john.w.orme.naf@army.mil
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