Younger children may not accompany a parent or chaperone on any study trip. Items vary depending on availability, but typically include pencils, rulers, T-shirts, and sweatshirts. The curricular program at CES is guided by DoDDS through manuals which outline a scope and sequence of skills to be learned in each curriculum area. All areas of the curriculum are reviewed on a seven-year cycle. Updates are made system-wide after extensive study involving students, parents, and staff.
Classes meet six hours per day.
The kindergarten teachers distributes a Kindergarten Handbook, which includes information about preparing preschoolers for kindergarten and lists supplies needed by kindergartners. Sure Start The Sure Start program is based on the successful Head Start Program implemented for those children needing more time and attention to achieve school readiness. Housed in the Recreation Room of Tower 1935, the program takes place between 0800-1400 hrs. Applications for this specialized program are available in the main office and at other locations around base. Students must meet specific eligibility requirements for enrollment.