James I Dawson Elementary School

Harmony Williams, a fifth-grade student at Dawson, was a top finisher at the Superintendent’s Art Show last week. Her artwork was recognized for its creativity and strong visual e...

We sincerely thank the outstanding brothers of Phi Beta Sigma for their generous financial contributions supporting class Christmas parties across every grade level. Their support...

The winter concert was a great success today. We are so proud of our kindergarten, first-grade, and second-grade students for their beautiful performances. Each class worked hard ...

We are so proud of our 2025 Spelling Bee participants. Each student showed incredible courage, focus, and dedication in every round of the competition. Their hard work and determi...

Dawson Elementary is proud to announce that Ms. Jefferson, our amazing clerical assistant, has been chosen as our Support Staff of the Year award winner. She goes above and beyond...

Our second Parent Party was loads of fun! We value our partnership with Second Mile Development. They help parents tackle today’s parenting challenges and help create a supportive...

The Greenpower Team competed in New Market, Alabama at the Buckhorn Bash this weekend. Racing both of their cars, the students showed confidence and teamwork on and off the track....

Students and their families came together at school to celebrate a special Thanksgiving meal. Tables were filled with traditional holiday favorites as everyone gathered to share f...

Fourth through sixth grade peer helpers were honored this week in a special pinning ceremony at our school. Students were recognized for their leadership, kindness, and commitment...

Families gathered for Math and Literacy Night, featuring hands-on make-and-take activities for students and parents. Stations held with engaging games and projects designed to hel...

Fourth graders reported for “Boot Camp” in Mrs. Forsythe’s class to gear up for their upcoming math test on factors and multiples. Students worked through a series of hands-on mat...

Our Greenpower team raced in the Turkey Trot Greenpower race in Tanner, Alabama this weekend. Competing against a strong field of teams, they navigated the track with focus and de...

Fourth graders took a field trip to Falls Mill, where they experienced what life was like long ago. Students visited a one-room schoolhouse and imagined what it would be like to l...

Congratulations to Ms. Deja Langston, our outstanding first-grade teacher, for being named Teacher of the Year! Ms. Langston is known for her dedication, creativity, and passion f...

Several James Dawson Elementary staff members were recently awarded STEM grants from Toyota, bringing exciting new learning opportunities to the school. Mrs. Forsythe received a g...

The Pugh Group and Read Aloud Alabama partnered to provide Dawson teachers with free coffee from Travelin’ Tom’s on Monday. The special treat was a gesture of appreciation for edu...

Third grade students took a field trip to Monte Sano State Park and Land Trust for the “Fossil Find” experience today. During the visit, students became paleontologists as they se...

Dawson’s cheerleaders proudly represented their school in the Alabama A&M Homecoming Parade on Saturday morning. The team performed with spirit and enthusiasm as the community lin...

James Dawson Elementary celebrated nine weeks of outstanding student behavior with a fun-filled event on Friday. Students enjoyed bounce houses, giant games, popcorn, drinks, and ...

Dawson’s Hispanic Heritage Parade was a huge success! The event featured the school’s cheerleaders leading a lively parade that celebrated the many cultures of Dawson’s students a...