Dogwood Elementary School

05/23/2026

3 days. Endless memories. 🇺🇸✨

From the Capitol steps to Arlington’s Changing of the Guard wreath laying ceremony, our 5th graders experienced history in a way textbooks simply can’t teach. We explored monuments and memorials, walked through Smithsonian museums, toured Mount Vernon, survived the food court chaos, wandered Old Alexandria on a ghost tour, and packed more memories into 3 days than we thought possible.

So proud of this group and the way they represented Dogwood Elementary School in our nation’s capital. ❤️🤍💙

05/19/2026

We are looking for Interim Teachers 🤩

🍎 Join the Dogwood Elementary family for the 2026–2027 school year! We are currently seeking passionate educators for two interim teaching opportunities:

📚 Interim 1st Grade Teacher
🗓 July 27, 2026 – December 2, 2026

➗ Interim 5th Grade Math Teacher
🗓 September 8, 2026 – January 4, 2027

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of students while joining an incredible school community, we would love to hear from you!

Apply through Kelly Education - search Germantown Municipal.

05/19/2026

One school year. A thousand moments. 💙🐬

From hallway hugs and field trips to performances, celebrations, butterflies, big wins, and everyday magic — this place is so much more than a school. It’s a community where kids are known, loved, challenged, and reminded every day: You Belong Here.

Thank you to our students, staff, families, and PTO for making this year one worth remembering. ✨🩵

05/06/2026

Yearbooks have arrived! 🎉📚

Our committee will begin sorting books later this week, so distribution day is coming soon! 👏

Congratulations to Lilly Young, winner of this year’s cover art contest! 💙🐬 Her design was inspired by our school theme, You Belong Here, and Dogwood’s iconic geometric mural in the main hallway. We love seeing our students’ creativity shine! ✨

05/06/2026

🎨♻️ Calling all creative kids! This summer, students will turn everyday materials into amazing works of art at our Art & Recycling Camp at Dogwood Elementary School!

From tie-dye and mosaics to handmade recycled paper and nature-inspired earthworks, campers will explore how creativity and sustainability go hand-in-hand — and yes, it’s going to get a little messy in the best way. 🌎✨

🗓 May 26–29
⏰ K–2: 9:00–12:00
⏰ Grades 3–6: 12:30–3:30
💲 $200

Students will bring in some recyclable items from home and spend the week creating, experimenting, and thinking outside the box. Campers should bring a snack, water bottle, and lunch each day.

Spots are limited — register on SchoolCashOnline! 🎨

04/28/2026

We’re getting ready for our next group of kindergarten students at Dogwood Elementary School 💙

If your child is starting kindergarten this fall, be sure to sign up for our Kindergarten Orientation this summer. This is a great opportunity for students and families to learn routines, meet staff, and walk into the first day feeling confident.

👉 Register here:
https://des.gmsdk12.org/p/~board/des-news/post/pointing-the-way-to-success-register-for-dogwood-kindergarten-orientation

We’re excited to welcome you to Dogwood! 🎉

04/24/2026

Ending the week on a high note 🦋✨ Thanks to our PTO, our students are experiencing the magic of butterfly releases right here at school!

04/24/2026

ALL THIS WINNING 🏆✨

What a night at Dogwood’s Got Talent 2026!!!
From the first act to the final bow, our students absolutely delivered.

👏 People’s Choice: Lyla (Vocal)

🌟 K–2 Division:
🥇 Annalise (Piano)
🥈 Garner & Gabby (Dance Duet)
🥉 Dominic (Cello)

🌟 3–5 Division:
🥇 Charlotte (Tap Dance) – Overall DGT Winner
🥈 Ryan (Stand-Up Comedy)
🥉 Kal (Piano)

We are SO proud of every single performer who took that stage—you brought courage, creativity, and serious talent.

And behind it all… a massive thank you to the team who made this show happen. It truly takes a village to pull off a night like this, and we couldn’t do it without you. 💛

Already counting down to next year… 🎤🔥