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BY ORDER OF THE COMMANDER
UNITED STATES AIR FORCES IN
EUROPE
UNITED STATES AIR FORCES IN EUROPE
INSTRUCTION 36-401
8 OCTOBER 2014
Personnel
INSTALLATION COMMANDERS AND
SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICERS
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OPR: HQ USAFE/A1SAS
Supersedes: USAFEI36-401,
30 September 2014
Certified by: HQ USAFE/A1S
(Mr. William Wilson)
Pages: 14
This United States Air Force in Europe (USAFE) Instruction implements AFPD 36-26, Total
Force Development. It supports policy in AFI 36-3009, Airman & Family Readiness Centers,
Department of Defense (DoD) 1342.6-M, Administrative and Logistic Responsibilities for DoD
Dependents Schools, which requires installations to appoint school liaison officers and to provide
certain logistic and administrative support to schools. It establishes a baseline for services as
outlined in the Air Force School Liaison Officer/Military Child Education Desk Guide which is
designed to ensure consistency and predictability offered at installations AF-wide. It prescribes
and explains the duties of commanders and school liaison officers in discharging the school
support responsibilities established by the Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe
(COMUSAFE). It further covers support responsibilities for School Advisory Committees under
DoDI 1342.15, Educational Advisory Committees and Councils; reporting requirements under
European Command (EUCOM) Instruction (ECI) 1305.01, Overseas Dependents Education in
USEUCOM; and responsibilities under DoD Directive 1015.5, DoD Student Meal Program. It
applies to USAFE commanders and school liaison officers who have DoD Dependents Schools
in their community and who are responsible for students enrolled in the Non DoD Schools
Program (NDSP). It does not apply to Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) or Air National
Guard (ANG) units. The authorities to waive wing/unit level requirements in this publication are
identified with a Tier (“T-0, T-1, T-2, T-3”) number following the compliance statement. Refer
Certified Current on 23 February 2016
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recommended changes and questions about this publication to the Office of Primary
Responsibility (OPR) using the AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication; route
AF Form 847s from the field through the appropriate functional’ s chain of command. Ensure
that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in
accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of
in accordance with the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS).
SUMMARY OF CHANGES
This document has been substantially revised and must be completely reviewed. Changes reflect
the Tier Waiver Authorities in accordance with Air Force Instruction 33-360, Publication and
Forms Management.
1. Mission Statement. The Installation School Liaison Officer (SLO) connects commands,
schools, and communities in advancing student literacy and promoting a diverse workforce that
fosters stewardship and informed decision making for the nation. The SLO’s primary mission is
to ensure equal access to education and to develop educational excellence throughout the
command.
2. Introduction:
2.1. Department of Defense Dependents Schools – Europe (DoDDS-E) operates elementary
and secondary schools on United States military installations throughout Europe for the
dependent children of assigned military and civilian personnel. At USAFE locations where
no DoD schools exist, school age dependents may enroll in the HQ DoDEA NDSP and be
advised of international school options.
2.2. Installation commanders are responsible to support all school age dependents and
provide logistical support to DoDDS-E school. The installation commander is required to
appoint a senior officer as the military SLO who will appoint a staff member to serve as the
civilian installation SLO [DoD 1342.6 M, Chapter 1, Section C1.4.3.13].
2.3. The SLO provides a focal point on the military installation for school support matters.
The SLO assists the installation commander in accomplishing school support responsibilities
and serves as the liaison between the installation, school, and community.
2.4. The diversity of commands, schools and communities dictates that each installation has
local policies and directives that affect the roles and responsibilities of the SLO.
2.5. A glossary of references and supporting information is at Attachment 1.
3. Roles and Responsibilities:
3.1. Commanders. Military child education is a Chief of Staff of the Air Force reportable
quality of life initiative and strong commander involvement is essential for ensuring our
children receive a high quality education that prepares them for an ever changing global
environment. To strengthen parental involvement and provide an avenue for collaborative
partnership between the command, parents, and schools beyond the classroom, installation
commanders will accomplish the following:
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3.1.1. Commander Forums. Commander forums provide an opportunity to influence,
educate, and support all military child education stakeholders by maintaining open
communication channels. (T-3).
3.1.1.1. Administrator Forums. The commander will host meetings between
commanders, senior enlisted representatives, DoDDS-E principals or local Non DoD
school leaders, and district administrators as needed or requested. To strengthen the
home, school, community partnership it is recommended that installations host at
least two meetings per school year. (T-3).
3.1.1.2. DoDDS-E Teacher Forums. The installation commander will host an annual
forum with DoDDS-E teachers at each installation with a DoD school. Forum topics
may include, but are not limited to, welcome back, mission briefing, safety, high
priority issues, etc. (T-3).
3.1.1.3. DoDDS-E Hosted Forums: The commander encourages each level of the
military command (First Sergeants, Chiefs, deputy commanders, etc.) to engage in
DoDDS-E hosted forums. The commander, or his or her designee within the military
command, attends at least one DoDDS-E hosted forum per year, in an official
capacity [i.e., School Advisory Council (SAC), Parent Teacher Student Association
(PTSA), faculty meeting, open house, awards night, graduation ceremony, curriculum
meetings, sporting events, student performances, etc.]. (T-3).
3.1.2. Commander’s School Evaluation. Commanders at DoD and Non DoD school
locations will provide an annual evaluation to COMUSAFE within 30 days of the end of
each school year. Information should address issues of concern to the commander as well
as specifically address: facility conditions, staffing, budget, class sizes, parental concerns,
effectiveness of school leaders, and responsiveness of school officials to resolve
problems, discipline, student achievement, and public affairs actions. The
IMSC/OL/Detachment Child and Youth Specialist(CYS)/SLO champions commander
recommendations. (T-2).
3.1.3. If established by European Command, Wing and Numbered Air Forces (NAF)
commanders attend the biannual Component Commanders Advisory Council (CCAC),
co-chaired by Commander HQ USAFE (HQ USAFE/CC) or Vice Commander HQ
USAFE (HQ USAFE/CV) and Director, DoDDS-E. Commanders submit Installation
School Advisory Board (SAB) or Installation Advisory Council (IAC) education related
issues that cannot be resolved locally, for resolution or forwarding through the military
advisory council chain. (T-2).
3.1.4. School Liaison Officers (SLO). The SLO should function as the commander’s
primary advisor on school-related issues. Commanders ensure the installation SLO
secures guidance from the IMSC/OL/Detachment CYS/SLO as well as any annual
training requirements. The SLO tracks all SAC, IAC, or SAB issues and analyzes data to
identify trends. The installation SLO should work closely with IMSC/OL/Detachment to resolve issues and ensure compliance with all applicable instructions and directives. (T-2).
3.1.5. DoD Education Advisory Committees. Commanders responsible for DoD schools
ensure SABs and IACs are organized and functioning at the beginning of the school year.
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The SLO uploads meeting minutes to the IMSC/OL/Detachment ICE page for tracking
and assistance. (T-2).
3.1.5.1. The Installation Commander shall:
3.1.5.1.1. Provide logistical and administrative support to the advisory
committees. (T-3).
3.1.5.1.2. Attend SAB forums or, if there is only one school on the installation,
the SAC/IAC forums. (T-3).
3.1.5.1.3. Assist the SAB chairperson in ensuring the annual end-of-year report is
completed in a timely and comprehensive manner. (T-3).
3.1.5.1.4. Act as a communication link between the SAB and the military chain
of command on school advisory matters of interest and concern to the Unified and
Specified Commands. (T-3).
3.1.6. Absentee Policy. All bases will publicize and implement the joint EUCOM and
DoDDS-E absentee policy. Parents should be informed of their responsibility to ensure
all contact information at the school is current and correct. The commander is responsible
for enforcing the policy as advised by the SLO. (T-2).
3.1.7. COMUSAFE Policy on Parent Involvement. Installation commanders shall
support and widely publicize COMUSAFE's policy on parent involvement in student
education. (T-3).
3.1.7.1. Parent / Teacher Conferences are the place of duty for military members and
supervisors will grant civilian leave, as appropriate. (T-3).
3.1.7.2. Supervisors shall provide military members time away from the duty site to
volunteer in school, and grant civilian leave, as the mission allows. (T-3).
3.1.7.3. Commanders are encouraged to endorse unit sponsorship and mentorship of
DoDDS-E classrooms. (T-3).
3.1.8. DoDEA Attendance Policy. All bases will engage with school personnel to ensure
all parents or sponsors are advised of the DoDEA attendance policy. When requested by
the school, the SLO or designated command representative will provide assistance to ensure appropriate action or services are implemented to improve school attendance. (T-3).
3.2. School Liaison Officers at USAFE locations with DoD schools. The SLO roles and
responsibilities at DoD school locations are grouped into five categories. (T-3).
3.2.1. Communication. Effective communication is the primary tool of the SLO. The
position requires a highly qualified and motivated individual with well-developed
interpersonal, communications, and public relations skills. The SLO interacts with all
partners in the education of school-age children: parents, teachers, students, private
organizations, like Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), and government entities.
3.2.1.1. Advises installation commander concerning matters affecting student
education and school operations. (T-3).
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3.2.1.2. Serves as liaison between organizations (private and official), providing
assistance and services to students, school personnel, and community, and fostering
partnerships between schools, families, and military organizations. (T-3).
3.2.1.3. Promotes de-conflicting of calendars. (T-3).
3.2.1.3.1. Each spring, the SLO facilitates coordination of the base calendar with
school calendars to ensure goal days, family days, and school holidays coincide
for the next SY. (T-3).
3.2.1.4. Attends (whenever possible), as the commander’s advisor, meetings of groups,
boards, and committees, which impact students or the DoDDS-E school organization.
Such meetings include: SAC, SAB/ IAC meetings, Continuous School Improvement
(CSI) and School Improvement Leadership Team (SILT) meetings, PTSA meetings,
Booster Club meetings, Open House and other school programs (i.e. plays, musical
performances, ceremonies and graduations), and community health forums. (T-3).
3.2.1.5. Works with school administrators and installation agencies on youth
concerns. (T-3).
3.2.1.6. Coordinates installation publicity for schools such as student registration,
extra-curricular events and announcements of school closures due to inclement
weather, ensuring all communities have access to pertinent information. (T-3).
3.2.1.7. Assists in obtaining presenters or briefing materials for use in training; i.e.,
teacher, parent or command orientation/training briefings, etc. (T-3).
3.2.1.8. Interfaces with schools to provide timely information to the commander on
sensitive issues [student and staff discipline cases, Equal Employment Opportunity
(EEO) complaints, child abuse allegations, safety incidents, litigation, absentee
policy, etc.]. (T-3).
3.2.1.9. Assists in establishing and coordinating the DoDDS-E school district feeder
plan, and school bus transportation commuting areas. (T-3).
3.2.1.10. Assists in timely processing of parental inquiries. (T-3).
3.2.1.11. Serves as the liaison between schools and commanders regarding repeated
offenses of the absentee policy. (T-3).
3.2.1.12. Acts as a referral and resource for home school families or students
attending local/host nation schools off the installation. (T-3).
3.2.1.13. Attends and briefs military child education community concerns at the
Integrated Delivery System (IDS) and Community Action Information Board (CAIB)
meetings. (T-3).
3.2.1.13.1. Assist Airmen and Family Readiness Center (A&FRC) staff with
dissemination of school options and information. (T-3).
3.2.1.13.2. Ensure A&FRC staff are aware of unique school issues impacting
military children and partner together to provide services that address the issues, i.e.
deployment, frequent moves, etc.; utilizing MCEC and Military One Source
resources. (T-3).
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3.2.1.14. Participates actively on the school’s Student 2 Student (S2S) team, a
Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) transition support program for students
made up of the school counselor, school teachers, selected students, and the
installation SLO. (T-3).
3.2.1.15. Publicizes COMUSAFE's policy on parent involvement in student
education as referenced in paragraph 3.1.7. (T-3).
3.2.2. Logistics. The SLO is essential in coordinating a variety of logistical services
provided to DoDDS-E. Many of these services are detailed in formal agreements such as
the Support Agreements (SA). Statutory or local requirements drive the need for other
logistical support services.
3.2.2.1. Assists commander in analyzing logistical problems and recommends
priorities and means for resolution. (T-3).
3.2.2.2. Coordinates and secures cooperation from Engineers, Contracting, DoDDS-
E Logistics Division, Transportation Branch, Supply, Comptroller, and others. (T-3).
3.2.2.3. Assists the installation commander in meeting responsibilities to ensure
adequate equipment to conduct the student meal program is installed or repaired
(DoDD 1015.5, Section 5.4.3.). (T-1).
3.2.2.4. Assists in working with medical treatment facilities to provide emergency
services for contact sports (DoD 1342.6-M, Chapter 2, Paragraph E2). (T-1).
3.2.2.5. Support Agreement. The SLO is integrated into the process of drafting,
coordinating, reviewing, and approving the SA. Personnel at the DoDDS-E Area
Support Center or service component higher Headquarters are specialists in the
support agreement arena and should be consulted. Refer to DoD 1342.6-M for
specific descriptions of authorized support. (T-2).
3.2.2.6. Facilities. All facilities are “owned” by the installation commander, who
determines access to and use by authorized groups and organizations. The SA
establishes the level of support provided to DoDDS-E. DoDDS-E receives separate
funding for military construction and major alterations of schools. (T-2).
3.2.2.6.1. Monitors repair, maintenance, and construction of DoDDS-E facilities.
(T-2).
3.2.2.6.2. Receives regular updates on status of school-related work orders,
construction, and changes to the DoDDS-E five-year plan. (T-2).
3.2.2.6.3. Tracks use of school facilities, using USAFE Form 401, Request For
Use of School Facilities. Coordinates facility use between school and installation,
and maintains a completed copy of USAFE Form 401 in the School Liaison
Office. (T-2).
3.2.3. Advisory Panels. The SLO provides logistical and administrative support to
SACs, SABs, and IACs (DoDI 1342.15). See Attachment 2. (T-1).
3.2.3.1. Attends SAC, SAB, and IAC meetings as non-voting liaison. (T-2).
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3.2.3.2. Publishes, the times and locations of local SAC, SAB, and IAC meetings in
USAFE Main Operating Base (MOB) and Geographically Separated Unit (GSU)
publications to ensure widest dissemination. (T-2).
3.2.3.3. Ensures minutes of each SAC, SAB, and IAC meeting are promptly uploaded
to the HQ USAFE/A1SAS ICE website within 30 days of the meeting. (T-2).
3.2.3.4. Monitors follow-up action on all open issue items. (T-3).
3.2.3.5. Pre-briefs commanders for attendance at Component Commanders Advisory
Council meetings and provides back-briefs on actions taken by the European Schools
Council and Dependents Education Council. (T-2).
3.2.4. Discipline. The installation commander may issue and enforce school discipline
policies to supplement existing DoDDS-E or service directives. The SLO has a role in all
school discipline matters.
3.2.4.1. Assists schools in resolving student discipline issues. (T-3).
3.2.4.2. Coordinates with family member/civilian misconduct officer. (T-3).
3.2.4.3. Acts as permanent member of the school disciplinary committee(s). (T-3).
3.2.4.4. Supports DoDDS-E Student Transportation Offices with enforcement of
school bus discipline. Liaises with parents as command representative during second
phase of appeal process. (T-3).
3.2.5. Student Meals. Student meal program is an important quality of life issue for
students and their families. Responsibility for programs varies between installations and
commands. In many communities, the SLO oversees this program (DoDD 1015.5). (T-1).
3.2.5.1. Publicizes availability of free or reduced-price meals. (T-1).
3.2.5.2. Evaluates applications using USAFE Form 400, Application for the Free and
Reduced Lunch Program. (T-1).
3.2.5.3. Certifies eligibility. (T-1).
3.2.5.4. Institutes a system to identify eligible students. (T-1).
3.3. School Liaison Officers at USAFE locations with students enrolled in the Non DoD
Schools Program (NDSP). At USAFE locations where no DoD school is available, the SLO
will be identified as the NDSP Liaison and will serve as the point of contact for NDSP within
the local community. (T-3).
3.3.1. Communication. Effective communication is the primary tool of the NDSP
Liaison. The position requires a highly qualified and motivated individual with well-
developed interpersonal, communications, and public relations skills. The NDSP Liaison
interacts with all partners in the education of school age children: parents, administrators,
teachers, students, HQ DoDEA and DoDDS-E NDSP staff, and private organizations to
include by not limited to, Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), and other
government entities. (T-3).
3.3.1.1. Serves as the installation commander’s primary advisor concerning matters
affecting student education. (T-3).
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3.3.1.2. Serves as command liaison between organizations (private and official),
providing assistance and services to students, school personnel, and community, and
fostering partnerships between schools, families, and military organizations. (T-3).
3.3.1.3. Attends (whenever possible), as the commander’s advisor, school and
community meetings which directly impact quality of life for NDSP students. (T-3).
3.3.1.4. Works with local school administrators and installation agencies on youth
concerns. (T-3).
3.3.1.5. Coordinates installation publicity for schools such as student registration,
school calendar, extra-curricular events and announcements of school closures due to
inclement weather, ensuring all communities have access to pertinent school
information. (T-3).
3.3.1.6. Interfaces with local school leadership to provide timely information to the
commander on sensitive issues (student and staff discipline cases, child abuse
allegations, safety incidents, litigation, absenteeism, etc.). (T-3).
3.3.1.7. Assists in timely processing of parental inquiries. (T-3).
3.3.1.8. Acts as a referral and resource for home school students. (T-3).
3.3.1.9. Works with inbound personnel and sponsors to provide school information
and school transition assistance prior to permanent change of station (PCS) and upon
receiving assignment notification. (T-3).
3.3.1.10. Reviews and recommends NDSP exception to policy requests before
forwarding them to the local commander, IMSC/OL/Detachment and HQ DoDEA
NDSP staff. (T-3).
3.3.1.11. Works school transition issues to ensure successful integration into local
public, private, or international schools and successful transition back to Continental
United States (CONUS), utilizing a variety of resources available to military families. (T-3).
3.3.2. Logistics. The NDSP Liaison at Non DoD school locations is essential in
coordinating a variety of logistical services. (T-3).
3.3.2.1. Ensures students and their families receive timely financial reimbursement
from HQ DoDEA for authorized expenses through the NDSP program. (T-3).
3.3.3. Advisory Panels. The NDSP Liaison at Non DoD school locations pre-briefs
commanders for attendance at bi-annual Component Commanders Advisory Council
meetings, when established, and provides back-briefs on actions taken by the European
Schools Council and Dependents Education Council. (T-3).
3.3.4. Discipline. The NDSP Liaison has a role in school discipline matters as defined
by local school leaders. (T-3).
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3.3.4.1. Assists schools in resolving student discipline issues as needed. (T-3).
3.3.4.2. Coordinates with family member/civilian misconduct officer as needed. (T-3).
RICKY L. HARNESS, GS-15, DAFC
Acting Director, Manpower, Personnel, and
Services
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Attachment 1
GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION
References
DoDD 1015.5, DoD Student Meal Program, 11 October 1983
DOD 1342.6-M, Administrative and Logistic Responsibilities for DoD Dependents Schools, 11
August 1995
DoDI 1342.15, Educational Advisory Committees and Councils, 27 March 1987
DODD 4500.36, Management, Acquisition, and Use of Motor Vehicles, 16 March 2007
AFPD 36-26, Total Force Development, 27 September, 2011
AFI 33-360, Communications and Instruction, 25 September 2013
Air Force School Liaison Officer/Military Child Education Desk Guide, February 2011
Air Force School Liaison Officer/Military Child Education Desk Guide for Leadership, February
2011
ECI 1305.01, Overseas Dependents Education in USEUCOM, current version
DoD Directives and Instructions: http://web7.whs.osd.mil/corres.htm
DoDEA Home Page: http://www.eu.dodea.edu/
Military Child Education Coalition: www.militarychild.org
Military One Source: www.militaryonesource.com
Forms Prescribed
USAFE Form 400, Application for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program
USAFE Form 401, Request for Use of School Facilities
Adopted Forms
AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of Publication
Abbreviations and Acronyms
ASC—Area Service Center
ASD (FMP)—Assistant Secretary of Defense (Force Management Policy)
A&FRC—Airmen and Family Readiness Center
CAIB—Community Action Information Board
CCAC—Component Commanders Advisory Council
COMUSAFE—Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe
CYS/SLO—Child and Youth Specialist/School Liaison Officer
DASD (PSFE)—Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Personnel, Support, Families and
Education)
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DoD—Department of Defense
DoDDS—Department of Defense Dependents Schools
DoDDS—E—Department of Defense Dependents Schools Europe
EUCOM—European Command
IAC—Installation Advisory Committee
IDS—Integrated Delivery System
IMSC/OL/Detachment—Installation Management Service Center/Operating Location/
Detachment
MCEC—Military Child Education Coalition
NDSP—Non DoD Schools Program
POC—Point of Contact
PTSA—Parent Teacher Student Association
SA—Support Agreement
SAC—School Advisory Committee
SAB—School Advisory Board
SLO—School Liaison Officer
SY—School Year
USAFE—United States Air Forces in Europe
USAFE/CC—Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe
USAFE/CV—Vice Commander, United States Air Forces in Europe
Terms
Area—Geographical division within DoDDS which is equivalent to “theater” level; the Area
Superintendent reports to Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) and supervises
districts.
Advisory Panel—Organizations which provide advice and information to DoDDS or military
entities as assigned. Organization, reporting responsibilities and communications procedures are
set out in DoD1342.15. See Attachment 2 for listing of panels, composition and function.
Commuting Area—The school commuting area is defined as a specific geographic area
formally designated for determining eligibility for transportation of dependent students to a
DoD-operated school. School bus services will be provided to all authorized students residing
within the commuting area and outside of the walking area in accordance with DoD 4500.36-R,
Management, Acquisition, and use of Motor Vehicles. A map and/or a narrative description shall
be used to identify the commuting area.
Head Quarters Department of Defense Education Activity—Agency that oversees DoDDS;
located in Virginia.
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Department of Defense Dependents Schools—DoD organization with cognizance for
education of dependents overseas.
District—Geographical division of schools within an area, supervised by a District
Superintendent who reports to the Director of DoDDS-E.
DoDDS Europe (DoDDS-E)—-DoDDS education entity, located in Germany; Director of
DoDDS-Europe is responsible for DoDDS education throughout Europe.
DoDDS-E Area Service Center (ASC)—DoDDS logistics entity, located in Germany, supports
DoDDS-E throughout Europe, reports directly to DoDEA.
DoDDS Europe Logistics Division, Transportation Branch—Subordinate entity of DoDDS-E
ASC with responsibility for transportation support of DoDDS-E schools and schools activities.
DoDEA Feeder Plan—The DoDEA feeder plan designates which upper grade schools receive
students from lower grade schools (i.e., the list of kindergarten through grade 6 schools that
supply a grade 7-12 school). It designates the school options authorized for students living in
NDSP areas. Also, often used informally to describe the school boundary determination by a
District Superintendent identifying which residential areas are served by a given school.
Installation Commander—The commander of a USAFE activity providing logistic and
administrative support to DoDDS activities at a given location. The term encompasses “base
commander,” “community commander,” or similar designations.
Military Child Education Coalition—a non-profit, world-wide organization that identifies the
challenges that face the highly mobile military child, increases awareness of these challenges in
military and educational communities and initiates and implements programs to meet the
challenges.
Military One Source—A 24/7 information, referral, and consultation service for active duty and
reservist members and their families.
NDSP Liaison—Full time, part-time, or additional collateral duty staff appointed by the
Installation Commander to have responsibility over all military child education matters.
School Liaison Officer—Full-time, part-time, or additional collateral duty staff appointed by the
Installation Commander to have responsibility over all military child education matters.
Support Agreement—Agreement between government agencies setting out service and support
to be provided between them, on either a reimbursable or non-reimbursable basis. May also be
entitled Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) or Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).
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Attachment 2
EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEES
A2.1. Education Advisory Committees. The committees listed are those established by statute
or directive to provide advice and oversight to the DoD dependent education system. Figure
A2.1 is a wiring diagram illustrating the interrelationships between these committees. The
committees listed on the right have primary input to the military chain of command. The left side
shows the advisory input to DoDDS administration.
Figure A2.1. Education Advisory Panels.
A2.1.1. Advisory Council on Dependents Education (ACDE)—Worldwide
Level: Completes tasks assigned by the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Force
Management Policy (ASD(FMP)). Advises Director, DoDEA on operations including
curriculum selection and administration; meets periodically. Composition: Deputy Assistant
Secretary of Defense for Personnel Support, Families and Education (DASD (PSFE));
Director, DoDEA; overseas theater commanders; and other educational professionals.
A2.1.2. Area Advisory Council (AAC)—Theater Level: Reviews recommendations
referred by districts or component command; meets twice a year. Composition: Component
commanders (or designees), other agencies or organizations (e.g., American Women’s
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Activities in Germany, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People,
European Congress of American Parents, Teachers and Students, National Military Family
Association, Overseas Federation of Teachers, Federal Education Association, Federal
Manager’s Association). Chaired by the Area Director.
A2.1.3. District Advisory Council (DAC)—Regional Level: Advises district
superintendents on issues, reviews issues from IAC. Composition: Determined by district
superintendent.
A2.1.4. Dependents Education Council (DEC)—Worldwide Level: Makes
recommendations to ASD(FMP) regarding broad range of issues related to the administration
of DoDEA and the delivery of high quality education overseas; meets bi-annually a year.
Composition: General and flag officers from theater commands and military departments;
Director, DoDEA; ASD(FMP); DASD(PSFE).
A2.1.5. European Schools Council (ESC)—Theater Level: Reviews recommendations
referred by DoDDS or component commands. Composition: Director of DoDDS-Europe and
component commanders (or designees). Chaired by Chief of Staff, European Command
(CoS, EUCOM).
A2.1.6. Component Commanders Advisory Council (CCAC)--Major Command
Level: If established, reviews issues raised by installation commanders and makes
recommendations to COMUSAFE. Composition: USAFE numbered air force and wing
commanders and Director of DoDDS-E. Chaired by USAFE/CC/CV.
A2.1.7. Installation Advisory Committee (IAC)—Installation Level: Advises installation
commander; meets four times yearly. At USAFE locations with more than one school, the
term School Advisory Board (SAB) is used in place of the IAC. Composition: One staff
person and one parent from each SAC. School principals and installation commander attend
but do not vote.
A2.1.8. USAFE School Advisory Board (SAB)—Installation Level: Advises installation
commander and district superintendent; meets a minimum of once per quarter. Composition:
Parents of students attending DoDDS schools and professional school employees, elected by
parents and staff, and high school student representative, elected by peers.
A2.1.9. School Advisory Committee (SAC)—Individual School Level: Provides advice
to principal; meets at least four times a year. Composition: Parents, professional school
employees, and students (where appropriate) elected by parents and staff.