There are a wide variety of educational options for your child. Choosing between a public, private, or independent school depends on your family’s preferences, values, and priorities. Explore what makes independent schools unique in this article.
Your child will benefit from our inclusive and welcoming community that’s committed to helping each individual feel accepted and valued.
A Dawson education is not measured by academic success alone, but by an experience that prepares our graduates to thrive no matter the path they choose.
With a Dawson education, your student will seek opportunities that challenge and intrigue them. They will take ownership of their growth and embrace voice and choice, leading them to develop new competencies and world-readiness skills.
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Choosing the right school for your child is a critical decision for the whole family.
Our team is excited to meet you, get to know your child, and to partner with you throughout the journey to enrollment. During the admissions process, you’ll learn more about Dawson through conversations with our knowledgeable admissions and enrollment staff, a campus tour, videos, newsletters, and other resources.
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Whether we realize it or not, we have developed the critical characteristics that simply make us good people. Dawson has taught us what it means to be a good friend, a strong leader, a sincere listener, a determined self-advocate, a supportive teammate, and a caring individual. Payton Borsari '24