Welcome to Ryukyu Middle School!
Our teachers are eager to provide rigorous and relevant learning experiences that will provide excellence in education every day, everywhere, for every student.
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DoDEA Pacific is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Ryukyu Middle School is part of Kadena AB Schools in the DoDEA Pacific South District. Ryukyu MS serves military connected students in grades 6-8.
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Government Shutdown: What You Need to Know
On November 12, 2025, President Trump signed a continuing resolution funding the Department of War through January 30, 2026. DoDEA will resume normal, fully funded operations in support of its global education mission.
Information for DoDEA Employees During Government Shutdown
This is updated information guidance is intended for DoDEA employees regarding the FY26 lapse in appropriations. DoD civilian employees will not receive pay or allowances during the shutdown period. Currently, the Government Employee Fair Treatment Act of 2019 provides that military personnel and other federal employees should receive retroactive backpay once a shutdown concludes.
Principal of the Year Program
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Suicide Prevention Awareness
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Mr. Xavier K. Brown
Mr. Brown’s initiative, reliability, and leadership set a high standard for excellence in service. His performance exemplifies the values and mission of DoDEA.
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SY 25 - 26 School Instructional Hours |
SY 25 - 26 Duty Day Hours |
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07:15 a.m. - 2:10 p.m. |
06:55 a.m. - 2:40 p.m. |
Tuesdays are Early Release days
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Tuesday Hours |
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Office Hours |
7:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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School Hours |
7:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. |
RYMS Bell Schedule
Students may enter the building when the first bell rings at 7:15 a.m. If students are not in their first-period classes when the tardy bell rings, they must sign in at the main office and get a tardy pass. Students are expected to be in their seats when the tardy bell rings at the beginning of each class period. The school day ends at 1:50 p.m. or 12:50 p.m. on Tuesdays. Students are expected to gather their belongings and exit campus 10 minutes after the final bell, unless they are staying after school with a staff member or for an extracurricular activity.
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 Session |
M, W, TH, & F |
Tuesday Early Release |
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Breakfast |
7:05 - 7:15 Monday - Friday |
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Homeroom |
7:20 - 7:25 |
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Block 1 (A) / Seminar (B) |
7:30 - 8:45 |
7:30 - 8:35 |
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Block 2 |
8:50 - 10:15 |
8:40 - 9:50 |
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Block 3 |
10:20 - 12:20 A Lunch: 10:20 - 10:50 B Lunch: 11:50 - 12:20 |
9:55 - 11:35 A Lunch: 9:55 - 11:35 B Lunch: 11:05 - 11:35 |
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Block 4 |
12:25 - 1:50 |
11:40 - 12:50 |
