I agree, class sizes at Dogwood are out of hand. My son's class (first grade) has 23!
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Posted by a parent on 10/01/08
This is a terrific school that is a hidden diamond in Oakland. The class size is small - my sons class has about 16 kids, including him - the teachers are dedicated and they have extra activities that make for fun and learning at the same time. There is a lot of parent invovlement and the teachers
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Posted by a parent on 01/15/08
Unfortunately, this school suffers from overcrowding. It is clear that at one time, this school was staffed with highly professional teachers and administrators. After having removed my child from Dogwood, I can say emphatically that class sizes approaching 20+ children are just not practical. It is
... Read more a real shame. And, the Borough of Oakland blindly moves forward with even more plans for new residential development in the immediate area with no regard to the impact (larger class sizes) on Dogwood Hills. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/19/07
Dogwood is a great school starting with the top. Mr. Clark makes it a point to know the kids and know the parents and that makes a difference. You feel like everyone is concerned about your child. The parent involvement is fantastic. Prents volunteer for everything and everyone gets along well. My kids
... Read more are only in kindergarten but they get art and library throughout the year. They are encouraged to participate in all the events and ativities that occur during the year. It is a wonderful school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/18/06
This school is great! The dedication of the teaching staff, their close relationship with the principal and the shared sense of purpose they have in ensuring the children receive a great educational experience comes through for all to see.
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Posted by a parent on 05/13/06
The academic programs at Dogwood Hill School are very strong. Its real strength and vitality seem to be derived from its staff. From the principal to the teachers to the aides and clerical staff, everyone seems to want to support the children. The individual child is recognized and supported. The
... Read more parents seem very supportive and involved. The students, on the average, achieve very nicely in state mandated assessments. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/18/05
I usually eschew these types of forums because they are often places where people complain about personal issues. I prefer to take a higher road and address the issues directly. Having written that, I feel the need to give support to this academic community. Dogwood is a great place that is staffed
... Read more by very caring and dedicated people. Each year we are so pleased by the quality of the teachers and the depth of their interest in our children. The support staff is also terrific and responsive to the needs of the children. We have been there 5 years and we have no complaints. I don't know of any teachers I (or anybody I know) would wish to retire; the experienced staff guides the newcomers. It is a great blend of experience, knowledge, and enthusiasm. Read less
Posted by a parent on 12/10/04
This school does not do enough for above average children. They rely on the district's gifted and talented program which doesn't start until the 3rd grade which makes kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grades a total waste of time for these children. Also, there is a teacher that doesn't seem to enjoy teaching
... Read more and should probably be retired because [this teacher] is not an effective teacher anymore. This feeling is shared by most parents whose children have had this teacher. The principal has been made aware of this situation but nothing has been done about it. Read less
* In 2007-2008 New Jersey used the High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) to test students in grade 11 in language arts literacy, math and science. The HSPA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. Students are required to pass the HSPA in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.
Student enrollment:
300
Students per teacher:
10
Full-time teachers:
31
Number of classrooms:
24
Arts
Art
Music
Choral
Special Education
Early Childhood Special Needs, Speech/Language Pathologists
Vocational Education
Phys Ed
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Oakland schools — Dogwood Hill Elementary School is located at 25 Dogwood Dr, Oakland NJ 07436. 25 Dogwood Dr is in the 07436 ZIP code in Oakland, NJ The school district for Dogwood Hill Elementary School is the Oakland School District. Dogwood Hill Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels PK - 5.
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