Dawson Elementary School continually strives to be a center of educational support and encouragement for all of our students. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping each student maximize his/her ability in all areas. We encourage parents to visit our school at any time and participate in our school activities.

Partners in Education

• Columbus Fire Department
• Dawson Drive Community Action Group
• 2nd/69th Armor Battalion of Ft. Benning

• Teacher of the Year
• Paraprofessional of the Year
• Support Personnel of the Year
• Accomplishment Announcements

• Principal's List - All As or Es
• Honor Roll - All A/Bs or E/Gs
• Triple A Award - Academics/Attitude/Attendance - 2 per class
• Perfect Attendance
• Super Attendance
• Good Citizen
• Tiger Roar (Highlights Student Achievement)
• Hustle Award (Riverdragons)
• PTA Reflection Awards
• Most Improved Behavior

The mission of Dawson Elementary School is to promote self-motivation, success, pride and integrity through the commitment and cooperation of the home, school and community.

School Programs

• Challenge Program (Mentoring)
• Focused Reading Program
• Accelerated Reader
• Pre-Kindergarten
• Special Education - Primary/Intermediate
• Georgia Reading Excellence Demonstration Site

• Fatherhood Initiative Program
• Junior Achievement
• 4-H
• Junior National Beta Club
• Peer Helpers
• Safety Patrol

• Columbus Parks and Education Program
• 21st Century After-School Program

Facilities/Technology

• Televised Student Announcements
• SASI (Student Information)
• Computer Lab
• Computers, TV, VCR in Classrooms
• CD and Cassette Players in Classrooms
• Internet-Connected Classrooms
• SMART Board Interactive Boards

Parent/Community Involvement

• PTA
• Parent Education Room
• Honors Night Reception
• Field Day
• Math and Reading Nights
• Muffins for Moms
• Donuts for Dads
• Scouting (Girls and Boys)
• Grandparents Day
• Aluminum Recycling
• Ronald McDonald Pop Tabs