About Our School
DoDEA Vision
Excellence in education for every student, every day, everywhere.
Van Voorhis Mission
Educate, engage, and empower military-connected students to succeed in a dynamic world.
Van Voorhis Vision
We believe the most promising strategies for educating, engaging and empowering our students are: 1. Educate - provide a variety of data driven learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. 2. Engage - provide students with choice and voice in their education. 3. Empower - equip students with 21st century tools.Â
Collective Agreements
I will be consistent and intentional by teaching the whole child.
I will monitor student progress.
I will be a team player by working collaboratively with all colleagues to ensure our students are educated, engaged, and empowered.
I will keep parents informed throughout the school year (i.e., conferences, newsletters, progress reports as needed, report cards, etc.)Â
Background Information:
Van Voorhis Elementary School is part of the Kentucky Schools Community which is part of the DoDEA Americas Southeast District.
Our school was built in 1958 and serves students from Prekindergarten (PK) through 4th grade. We are dedicated to the success of every child and welcome parents as partners in education.
Our Namesake - Lieutenant General Daniel Van Voorhis
Van Voorhis Elementary School is named in honor of Lieutenant General Daniel Van Voorhis who, in 1930, was appointed to command the Army's new experimental mechanized force, first called the 1st Cavalry Regiment (Mechanized), and later the 7th Cavalry Brigade (Mechanized). The organization he created and the tactics he developed were vital to the Army's transformation into the modern, mobile armor and mechanized infantry force that was successful in World War II. Along with Adna R. Chaffee, Jr. he is recognized as a founder of the Army's Armor branch and responsible for Fort Knox becoming the home of the Mechanized Cavalry.
- Born: October 24, 1878
- Died: January 9, 1956 (age 77)
- Years of Service: 1898 - 1942
- Commands Held: 16th Cavalry Regiment, 7th Cavalry Brigade (Mechanized), Caribbean Defense Command, V Corps Area
- Battles/Wars: Spanish-American War, World War I, World War II
- Awards: Navy Cross, Distinguished Service Medal, Silver Star, Legion of Merit
School Improvement GoalsÂ
Students will have high academic achievement in math.Â
Students will have high academic achievement in literacy.Â
