Location: Map
501 South Washington
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Phone: (970)488-4825
Fax: (970)488-4827
Absence Reporting Line: (970)488-4826

Principal: Evelyn Jacobi  

Dunn IB World School

"Challenging Minds...Celebrating Diversity"

Our School:

Grades: Kindergarten through 6th

Number of students: 436

55% of students are "school of choice" and 1/5 are international students from 28 different countries

Click here for a Poudre School District School of Choice Application

Certified Specialists: Art, Counseling, English Second Language, Literacy, Media, Music, Physical Education and Resource

International Baccalaureate Program: Dunn offers two authorized IB programs. Grades K-5 are involved in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program. Grade 6 is part of Poudre School District Middle Years Program.

The International Baccalaureate Curriculum:
· fosters the individual talents of students
· teaches students to relate classroom experiences to the realities of the world
· develops critical and compassionate thinkers, life-long learners, and informed participants in local and world affairs
· inspires student initiated action or community service
· requires students to learn an additional language

Spanish Language Instruction: Foreign language instruction is a key component of an International Baccalaureate school. K-5 students receive 60 minutes of Spanish instruction weekly while 6th graders receive 90 minutes weekly.

All Day Kindergarten: In addition to two sessions of half-day kindergarten, a full-day kindergarten is available for a fee.

Advanced Math: Dunn is the home school for seventh grade math which is taught from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. every morning.

Diversity: We celebrate our diverse student population. Dunn has a significant number of students from around the world.

Site-Based Management: Our decision-making team has representatives from staff, administration, parents, and the community. We work together to build a safe, challenging, and joyful learning environment for children.

B.E.A.T. Program: (Basics, Enrichment, Acceleration and Technology Program) 4th-6th students select from a variety of elective courses taught by staff, parents, and community experts. Courses have included Lego Logo, sports statistics, chemistry, puppetry, journalism, computer art and others. Classes are multi-aged grouped and meet the last hour of the school day.

Enrichment Opportunities for Students:

Positive Picassos: Students exercise and display their artistic talents with a variety of art mediums. Sponsored by Mrs. Metcalf.

Fast Forward Fridays: Grades 4-6: Field trips, hands-on activities, and presentations for GT students. Sponsored by Mr. Shinneman.

Honor Choir: Performs throughout the school year. Sponsored by Mrs. Hinson

World Drumming Ensemble: Sponsored by Mrs. Hinson

Horticulture Club: Starting with seedlings and culminating in an autumn harvest, club members are responsible for the beautiful flower and produce gardens at Dunn.

Japanese Language Class: Sensei Tim teaches Japanese before and after school twice weekly.

Chinese Language Class: Chinese language class is taught once a week before school.

Morning News Show: 6th grade tudents write, perform, direct and videotape a daily television news show broadcast every morning throughout the school. Sponsored by Mr. Shinneman.

Student Ambassadors: Help conduct tours of Dunn for our many visitors. Sponsored by Mrs. Godbold and Mr. Shinneman.

Safety Patrol: Assist with assemblies and help younger students safely reach their after school transportation. Sponsored by Mrs. Mark.

Student Council: Representatives gain leadership experience through service projects. Sponsored by Mrs. Mark.

 

We encourage families to visit lots of schools in Poudre School District before making a decision about the best placement for their children. Please stop by Dunn for a student-led tour and visit with our principal. We are located on the corner of Mulberry and Washington Streets.

Location: Map
501 South Washington
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Phone: (970)482-0450
Fax: (970)212-0303
Absence Reporting Line: (970)490-3064  

Principal: Evelyn Jacobi