I have two children who attend Dowell and they absolutely love it. The teachers are great and the extracurricular activities they offer are superb. They kids seem to be really well-behaved in the halls. I had one issue with an employee there, but that just has to do with her personality. I have spoken
... Read more to the principal over the phone and I was impressed with her concern over my situation. Dowell Elementary is great!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/25/07
I have had great experiences with my childrens teachers and worship them however the principal leadership leaves much to be desired. A principal should be concerned about what is best for her school and her students however the Dowell principal seems more concerned about what is best for herself at
... Read more any cost to others. I voice these opinions as a very dedicated parent volunteer who is there for the sake of the students and teachers. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/10/07
Our experiences with Dowell have been very positive. My children absolutely love their teachers and they have felt the same way every year. The staff are very caring and knowledgeable. My two children love going to school everyday, it is such a positive environment. I am amazed that the principal
... Read more knows each child's name and is very accessible to the parents and the children on a daily basis. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/07
I moved into the Dowell district so that my child could continue to attend this school. She attended kindergarten there because that is where her day care was, and after such a fantastic kindergarten experience we decided to move into the Dowell district so she could finish her elementary years at
... Read more Dowell. She is now going into 2nd grade at Dowell, and each year we have been so impressed. I send her to school each day knowing she is well loved and well educated. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/07
A clarification.... Someone mentioned to me that Dowell teachers were miserable and that I should look at GreatSchools.net. As a teacher at Dowell since its opening in 1999, I can confidently say that this is not the case. I love working at Dowell. As a 15 year veteran teacher, I have never worked
... Read more with such a dedicated staff of professionals. We have fun learning and teaching and I truly believe that the students feel the same way. If you want to know how the teachers feel about the principal- ask us. We will tell you that we enjoy the enthusiasm that she brings to running our school and support her in her quest to do what's best for all children. At Dowell we are a community of learners and I am proud to be an active member of that community. Read less
Posted by a teacher on 08/17/07
My children are lucky to have their elementary experiences at Dowell. The teachers and staff are caring, highly qualified, and dedicated to educating each child who enters their building. The change in principal assignments a few years ago brought a wonderful breath of fresh air to the school. Change
... Read more is always difficult, but the staff has really worked together under the guidance of the new principal, to make sure that no children are left behind! I look forward to another wonderful year for my children at Dowell. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/17/07
I am a very proud parent of Dowell Elementary School. I have a child entering 3rd grade and a child entering kindergarten, both with special needs. The school and staff; especially the principal have taken them both in with a strong dedication and desire to help both boys achieve their best. I have never
... Read more seen a principal so truly driven for the best interests of the children in her school. I believe that each decision made by the principal is derived by this desire. As to any staffing issues, any change in command can be difficult for the teachers, especially when the incoming principal has such high expectations with regards to teaching ability and professional disposition. I can not find any fault in those qualities. I love Dowell Elementary and the staff! I just wish more parents would concentrate on helping the school more with specific projects that produce real outcomes. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/16/07
My experiences with Dowell have been nothing short of exceptional. From the Principal to the teachers, I have always been impressed. My kids love the school, their teachers, and the principal.
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Posted by a parent on 08/15/07
The principal has created a hostile environment at this school between parents and her staff. We love the teachers, but they put up with too much from this principal and most are requesting transfers to other schools. I wish it was as easy for parent to request transfers to other schools. We aren't
... Read more involved parents any longer just to avoid contact with this principal. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/20/07
I have to agree with the last poster. Every teacher I have come across in this school is dedicated to the students best interests, as is the Vice Principal. Unfortunately, the Principal doesn't seem to care about her teachers. We are considering moving or homeschooling our children as a result of
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* In 2007-2008 Maryland used the Maryland State Assessment (MSA) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in reading and math. The MSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test.
Student enrollment:
645
Students per teacher:
14
Full-time teachers:
46
Number of classrooms:
33
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Lusby schools — Dowell Elementary School is located at 12680 H G Trueman Rd, Lusby MD 20657. 12680 H G Trueman Rd is in the 20657 ZIP code in Lusby, MD The school district for Dowell Elementary School is the Calvert County Public School District. Dowell Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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