Dove Elementary School
1932 Dove Road
Grapevine, TX 76051
P: (817) 251-5700
F: (817) 481-6730
E: des.info@gcisd.net
Quick Facts
Year Opened: 1972
Grades: Pre-K - 5th
Enrollment: 445
Mascot: Dolphins
Principal: Heather Landrum
Hours
First Bell: 7:35 a.m.
Tardy Bell: 7:40 a.m.
School Ends: 2:55 p.m.
Extended Care (KidzU): Begins at 6:30 a.m. / Sites close at 6:30 p.m.
Other Important Times
Personalized Programs
International Baccalaureate - Dove Elementary is an International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme Candidate School. These are schools that share a common philosophy-a commitment to a high quality, challenging, international education that Dove believes is important for our learners.
Accountability
Received the state's accountability rating of "B" in addition to receiving the Comparative Academic Growth distinction designation. For more information, view the full 2018-2019 report card. NOTE: All districts and campuses are labeled Not Rated: Declared State of Disaster for 2020 (report card).
Mission
In a partnership with parents, students, teachers, and community, Dove Elementary provides a safe and supportive environment in which students develop an understanding and respect for self and others. We cultivate learning through encouragement of inquiry and empower students to make a difference in our ever-changing world.
Beliefs
- We believe building positive relationships leads to supportive learning environments.
- We believe students are active participants in their learning.
- We believe engaging students through work that is meaningful to them will encourage inquiry.
- We believe students are effective communicators and take action within their school, community, and the world.