Vision, Mission, and Beliefs

Our Vision and Mission

Vision: Life ready.

Our vision is simple; we want to ensure that when our scholars leave our doors, they are ready for life.

In order to do that, we have our Mission:

The Dawson Elementary School community will work together to develop each child's greatest potential as a productive and responsible member of society by providing our students with a firm foundation for life long learning through:

  • a comprehensive curriculum
  • quality instruction
  • high expectations for student achievement
  • opportunities for the development of leadership and citizenship skills
  • attention to the whole child

Dawson Beliefs

  • All students can learn at their own pace and in their own style.
  • Our students can become responsible, compassionate, environmentally aware, and critical thinkers.
  • The maximized education of the child is a shared venture of parents, teachers, and the community.
  • Our staff can kindle the joy of life-long learning in our students.
  • By staying abreast of current educational trends, teachers grow professionally and model life-long learning.
  • Trust, participation, and communication are key to achieving our goals.
  • By teaching real life skills and self-discipline and by building self-esteem, we can make a positive difference in a child's life, the community, and the world.