Dartmouth Elementary School

School staff are very helpful to the student and the parent.

We love Jess Harben, the staff, and the administration. Lots of opportunities to get involved as a parent. Behavioral issues have been addressed swiftly. The teachers are warm and genuinely care for their students.

This school has gone downhill since the new principal was hired this year. Unfortunately, she does not seem to know what she is doing, and her decisions have caused serious problems for staff and students. Good, dedicated employees are being let go, while others who behave unethically are kept on. For example, the registrar has been known to sign parents’ consent forms without their permission, yet nothing is done about it.The leadership team only cares about protecting their own positions rather than supporting staff. There is little to no support for teachers or employees, and instead leaders work in ways that only benefit themselves. The school board seems unaware of what is really happening and continues to support these leaders, which makes things even worse.The biggest mistake the board made was hiring this new principal, who lacks knowledge, experience, and respect from the school community. Morale is at an all-time low, and unfortunately, this leadership has created a very toxic environment.