Principal's Corner

Guten Tag Sentinel Students and Families,

As we close another incredible school year at Spangdahlem High School, I want to just say thank each of you for making this year so meaningful.

This year, our Sentinel community demonstrated what it truly means to R.I.S.E. up! Through your Respect for one another, your Integrity in the classroom and beyond, your commitment to Safety, and your daily Effort to learn, grow, and succeed, you helped create a school culture that we can all be proud of.

We celebrated academic achievements, athletic accomplishments, artistic talents, leadership opportunities, and countless moments of kindness and perseverance. More importantly, we witnessed students supporting one another, overcoming challenges, and becoming stronger individuals. These are the moments that define who we are as Sentinels.

As we look ahead, I encourage you to carry the values of R.I.S.E. with you throughout the summer. Continue to show respect in your communities, act with integrity in all you do, make safe choices, and give your best effort in every opportunity that comes your way. These values do not end when the school year ends. They are the foundation of who we are and who we continue to become.

As Michelle Obama once said, “Success isn’t about how much money you make. It’s about the difference you make in people’s lives.”

Each of you has made a difference in our school this year, and I am grateful to have been part of your journey.

We look forward to welcoming students back for Back-to-School Orientationon August 13, 2026, and our first day of school on August 17, 2026.  The orientation schedule is as follows:

 SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, August 13, 2026

• 1630-1730 – New Family Orientation (Gr. 9-12), Schedule Pick-Up, Chromebook and Campus Tour (by S2S)
• 1600-1700 – Returning Student Schedule Pick-Up, Chromebook Pick-Up, & Self-Guided Campus Tours (Gr. 9-12): Schedules will be available at tables as you enter the building.

For students planning to participate in athletics during the 2026-2027 school year, please make sure you have a current sports physical on file. Summer is an excellent time to complete this requirement. Please review the athletic packet link below for the 2026-2027 school year and complete all necessary forms before the start of the season.

It has been my honor and privilege to serve as your princiPAL this year. Thank you for your hard work, your resilience, and your commitment to making Spangdahlem High School a place where everyone can learn and thrive.

Have a safe, restful, and joyful summer. We can’t wait to see you back in August, ready to R.I.S.E. once again.

Helpful Links:

• SY 26-27 School Calendar
• Supply List SY 26-27
• Sports Physical Form (to give to the doctor)
• SpHS Sports Packet (to give to the school)

To keep our community informed, Spangdahlem High School shares important updates through the following channels (bookmark these avenues).

• School Website at https://spangdahlemhs.dodea.edu/  
• School Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SpangdahlemHS
• Family Portal ASPEN:  https://dodeasis.myfollett.com/aspen/logon.do
• Sentinel Booster Club: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1ES3ajGZ1d/?mibextid=wwXIfr
• AAFES School Meal Program: https://www.aafes.com/about-exchange/school-lunch-program/
• Spangdahlem School Liaison Office (SLO) FB: https://www.facebook.com/SpangSLO

Finally, just so you are aware, our summer hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, except on Federal Holidays, we are closed. Should you need to speak to us outside these office hours, please do so the following ways.

Contacts:

• PrinciPAL: Dr. Tyais Dial, Tyais.dial@dodea.edu 
• Assistant PrinciPAL: Mr. Daniel Cassel, daniel.cassel@dodea.edu
• Admin. Officer: Mr. Timothy Bachmann, Timothy.Bachmann@dodea.edu 
• Counselor: Mr. Jesus Posadas, jesus.posadas@dodea.edu 
• Attendance Reporting: SpangdahlemHSAttendance@dodea.edu
• Registrar/Registration: spangdahlemhs.registrar@dodea.edu  
• DSN/Local School Number: 324-483-6620 | 4963171066620

With gratitude,

Dr. Dial