Dr. Michelle Howard Brahaney, Director for Student Excellence with the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Europe, recently experienced the thrill of a lifetime by jumping alongside the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team. The high-adrenaline event offered her unique perspectives on leadership, courage, and connection with the students and educators she supports across Europe.
Before the jump, Brahaney said nerves and excitement mixed as she prepared to take the leap. “I was focused on the training and the moment ahead, but also thinking about the bigger picture — how this experience could shape my approach to leadership,” she said.
She credited the Golden Knights for their professionalism and dedication,...
As of Sept. 30, DoDEA has enrolled approximately 4,000 students in the PK program across its schools. This
significant enrollment reflects the military community’s growing recognition of the importance of early
childhood education in preparing children for academic success.
A Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Pacific administrator has been awarded the second highest award provided to civilian employees within agencies of the U.S. federal government.
The Department of Defense Education Activity’s Director Tom Brady was honored this week at the Training Officers Consortium’s 61st Annual Distinguished Service Awards Ceremony held at Washington DC’s Ft McNair Officers Club.
