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Opening Minds to Lifelong Learning
Welcome to Irwin!
We are committed to preparing military-connected students for college and career readiness through targeted teaching that fosters lifelong learning.
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Students enrolled in DoWEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoWEA Americas is Hiring
DoEA Americas is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Irwin Intermediate School is part of the Fort Bragg Schools Community in the DoWEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District. Irwin IS serves students in grades 2-5.
School News
DoWEA Announces State Winners for the Presidential AI Challenge
In April 2025, an executive order directed the establishment of the Presidential AI Challenge to expand artificial intelligence education for America’s youth. DoWEA is proud to recognize 2026 Presidential AI Challenge State Champion teams in nine DoWEA schools.
Mid-Atlantic educators collaborate to strengthen instruction during CSI
Educators across the DoWEA Mid-Atlantic District gathered for the second day of Continuous School Improvement professional learning, focusing on data-driven strategies and collaboration to advance teaching practices and student outcomes.
Mustang Messenger
This edition highlights events scheduled for March. The Mustang Messenger is an informational summary of recent and upcoming articles, events, and happenings at Irwin Intermediate School.
Irwin Intermediate School Hosts Holiday Events Focused on STEM and Literacy
Special education staff at Irwin Intermediate School collaborated this holiday season to deliver two engaging events that integrated science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) with literacy, ensuring every student could actively participate and build key skills.
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DoWEA Americas Announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Americas Region is pleased to announce its 2027 District Teachers of the Year.
Meet the new Director of DoWEA
DoWEA Director Paul Craft shares his gratitude for the opportunity to lead the organization and highlights the vital mission of serving more than 66,000 military‑connected students and their families.
The Month of the Military Child
DoWEA joins the Department of War and the military community in honoring military families and their children for the sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome.
DoWEA celebrates Month of the Military Child across schools worldwide
The Department of War Education Activity celebrates Month of the Military Child (MOMC) throughout April 2026, honoring the resilience, achievements and unique experiences of military-connected students across its global school system.
National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month
DoWEA celebrates National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month in April. Multilingualism, the ability to speak and understand more than one language, offers benefits that extend far beyond communication.
Students can share their stories for America’s Field Trip
Students are encouraged to submit entries for America’s Field Trip, a nationwide contest that invites people in grades 3–12 to share what America means to them.
Department of War Education Activity Announces Tiffany Hoben as Chief Academic Officer
Ms. Tiffany Hoben stepped into the role of Chief Academic Officer for the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) on March 23, 2026.
Future Leaders Represent DoWEA in the United States Senate Youth Program
Humphreys High School senior Ava Ellis and Wiesbaden High School junior Michael Carbone represented the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) as delegates to the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C.
| School Hours | Regular Hours | First Wednesday of the Month |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm | 7:30 am - 4:00 pm |
| Teachers | 7:30 am - 3:30 pm | 7:30 am - 3:30 pm |
| Students | 8:20 am - 3:05 pm | 8:20 am - 1:30 pm |
The first Wednesday of each month is an early release day
| Cafeteria Hours | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Breakfast | 7:45 am | 8:15 am |
| Lunch | 11:00 am | 1:00 pm |
