Dawson School News & Publications

FUSION 2021 is live!

FUSION is Dawson's annual collection of literary, visual, and audio art from students K-12 and faculty/staff. This year, there are 88 artists represented. FUSION is published online: Find a link on the Portal and the Dawson homepage. Congratulations to all!

MISSION STATEMENT

Dawson is in the self-study phase of re-accreditation. As part of this effort, after a year-long process with faculty, staff, and trustees, Dawson has approved a new Mission Statement.

"Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students, through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world."

We are proud to implement this statement as a full reflection of Dawson's program and goals.

Respect. Compassion. Courage. Integrity.

Dawson School challenges its students to achieve excellence not only in mind and body, but in character. The school adopted four virtues years ago as points of emphasis and focus for us all: respect, compassion, courage, and integrity. Every day, our campus strives to live these values, through gestures big and small. Which virtue did you exemplify today?

Dawson Athletics Ranked #12 Statewide

Dawson Athletics has been ranked No. 12 statewide - all sports, all classifications - by Mile High Sports Magazine! Earning this recognition from 350+ schools is a testament to the breadth and depth of Dawson's program. Congratulations to our committed students, excellent coaches, and supportive teachers, families, and fans. We couldn’t have done this without everyone involved! #dawsonpride

Dawson Again Named BEST OF BOULDER

We are delighted to announce that Dawson was recognized as the best private school in the region in Boulder Weekly's "Best of Boulder" poll for the 13th year. We are honored to have so many people recognize the value Dawson brings to the community, and the importance of excellence in education.

DAWSON WELCOMES OVER 150 COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES TO CAMPUS

Dawson College Counseling is pleased to welcome over 150 colleges and universities to campus to meet with students and staff this fall. We are proud of our relationships with these fine institutions, and of the remarkable students they come to meet. Welcome - we're glad you're here!

HAIL TO DAWSON

In honor of fall Spirit Week, do you know all of the words to Dawson's school song?

Hail to Dawson true,

with our colors white and blue.

We pledge to you our Mustang pride

linked in purpose, side by side.

As we strive today

let our motto say

"Nothing without labor";

Hail to Dawson all the way!

Dawson Diversity Statement

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues – respect, compassion, courage, and integrity – into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

-- Dawson Diversity Statement

Dawson Offers New "Distinction in Coding and Innovation"

Dawson recognizes the interest and demand for skills around the creative use of technology: Interested Upper School students can now earn special recognition on their transcript if they meet the requirements of a new Disctinction in Coding and Innovation. Students will finish the program with a mastery of several programming languages, will have integrated creative technology projects into classwork, and will creatve five major programming projects. Contact Mr. Nickerson for more details.

Flags of Dawson

Recognize these? We have lunch underneath these flags every day, but do you know what they represent? Over its 47-year history, Dawson has enrolled students from many countries - and those countries are each represented here. If you are attending Dawson from a country that is not included here, please let us know, so that we can add your flag!