Dawes Elementary School held a successful annual math night on Pi Day with the Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival which drew over 200 attendees. The school community also advocated actively for its continued operation, remaining open successfully as the school board moved toward a revised two-school closure plan. Dawes also continues to acknowledge student successes, most recently the recipients of the Justin Wynn Award.

Q1. What opportunities are available to students for field trips each year at Dawes Elementary School?

Ans. Students at Dawes Elem School learn by visiting local nature centers, regional science museums and historical landmarks.

Q2. Is there a physical education class each week for all the grades at Dawes Elem School?

Ans. Yes, Dawes Elem School has structured, comprehensive physical fitness classes for each grade level and they are offered exactly two times each week.

Q3. How do students check-in for safety check-in for morning drop-off at Dawes Elem School?

Ans. Dawes Elem School has good campus safety with visitor registration tags and electronic door monitoring.

Q4. What is the technology interactive library media center at Dawes Elem School?

Ans. Dawes Elem School has a library that includes a media lab with tablets, audiobooks and special reading software.

Q5. Can parents be chaperones for seasonal school events at Dawes Elem School?

Ans. Parents who would like to chaperone Dawes Elem School events can fill out a standard background clearance form available in the office.