as a student in BDM. I found lots of your comments misleading. I came to this school in 7th garde and loved it ever scince. The teachers are amazing and the school has a good amount of activities offerd. As a student that is not in honors, i see no favoritetism what so ever. In science we do lots of
... Read more lab experiments and even make lolipops. When i went to a newburgh public school for seven years, i did not like the enviorment . Now that i am at bishop dunn i enjoy the enviorment and think it is a very good school. The drama program is amazing and the dancing is even better. It may seem that there are favorites in the drama program but there isnt. Even as a dancer there still is a lot of comment required. The feild trips are great and i enjoy attending this school. Read less
Posted by a student on 05/06/09
I m surprised at some of the negative BDMS feedback on this site. I have two children at the school; one in 5th and the other in 7th grade. They started at the school in pre-K and K. I have only positive feedback to give. The teachers are outstanding in every grade. This is not your typical catholic
... Read more school. It is very nurturing and supportive of each child s needs. There is plenty of support form Mount St. Mary s college which the school is on the campus of. Extra help is often available from student teachers in addition to the normal staff. The middle school teachers in particular are very good. They leave the school well prepared for high school. The administration works very hard to maintain high standards both academically and morally. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/10/09
This school has POOR education in the middle school. In the beginning of the year the teachers don't give you a chance to show how bright you are they just throw you into regions or honors. The parents who volunteer will have their kids in honors and the kids with parents who actually work get put
... Read more into regions. They put favorites into the good place for drama. I recommend NOT to put your child into this school. They don't do hands on activities AT ALL in Science. Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/16/08
I found the academics, the arts, and the family atmosphere at Bishop Dunn outstanding. The teacher's are creative and interesting and involve the students in all kinds of enriching activities. The middle school has a modern science lab (better than some of the private high schools) and the entire school
... Read more uses an up-to-date technology lab as well as Smart boards in most of the classrooms. More importantly, however, the teachers and administrators are kind and patient in their dealings with the children and the parents. My son graduated last year after 10 years in Bishop Dunn and he was more than prepared for high school. He was accepted into one of the best private schools in the area! He is in all honors classes and finds it easy after his Bishop Dunn middle school experience. Moreever, because of BDM he is a confident and compassionate 14 year old! Read less
Posted by a parent on 11/05/08
The 1st, 2nd grades are very good because of the teachers.Then it gets worse.The learning is only based on memorization of pages and pages books. There is no hands-on sciences, no strong art classes (just painting), no sport. in 6th grade they do duck-duck goose. A lot of favoritism. very disappointing.they
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Posted by a parent on 10/26/08
The early years program (Pre-K to 3) is unbeatable, but the rest of middle elementary is not worth the $5000/year. The middle elementary program is chaos (the fifth grade teacher walked out midyear). Got a theatrical child? Great school! Want to focus on academics? Save your money.
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Posted by a parent on 06/17/08
The principal's lack of any leadership ability has resulted in a cliquey and chaotic school.
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Posted by a parent on 06/17/08
My son is a student at BDMS and has had a great experience. My only concern has been a very poor 5th grade program
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Posted by a parent on 06/01/08
I have experienced PreK thru 8th grade at Bishop Dunn and couldn't be happier. My children have received an excellent education from an EXTREMELY dedicated staff. The drama club is OUTSTANDING!
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Posted by a parent on 01/04/07
My kids are in 1st and 4th grade. I am very impressed by the dedication of the teachers and the great organization of the school. I am very happy with the school.
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Newburgh schools — Bishop Dunn Memorial School is located at 50 Gidney Ave, Newburgh NY 12550. 50 Gidney Ave is in the 12550 ZIP code in Newburgh, NY The school district for Bishop Dunn Memorial School is the Archdiocese Of New York Education Off. Bishop Dunn Memorial School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels PK - 8.
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