Dormont El School

3200 Annapolis Avenue

School District

Keystone Oaks
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:13
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on November 11, 2023

Both of my kiddos attended Dormont Elementary,the administration and faculty were all superb. I have no notes, it's an excellent school.
Submitted by parent on August 31, 2023

This is a wonderful school for learners who are neurotypical and do not have any educational barriers or learning disabilities. Most students thrive here. However, the school principal and school district special education administrator are not meeting the needs of their students with learning disabilities or who are not neurotypical! They refuse to use 1:1 aids to allow high needs students to be mainstreamed and regularly deny even the most standard accommodations until families pursue legal remedies. As not all families are able to engage the help of lawyers and advocates, not all students receive the supports they should be receiving. They send high needs students out of district, rather than provide what they need in their local schools and both administration and staff are poorly informed/trained in modern approaches to addressing learning disabilities.
Submitted by parent on December 04, 2020

All three of my daughters are going to Dormont Elementary. We have been very happy with all of their teachers so far. Even during the trouble with COVID, they are doing as well as could be expected in ensuring students have computers, access to teachers and a synchronous all at home option. The principal has continued to show effective leadership and been available and helpful.
Submitted by parent on April 04, 2016

We have two in currently and a third entering next year. The principal is a ball of happy energy and my kids think he's the coolest person ever (we've seen him out and they lose their minds) He genuinely cares and it comes through. Our teachers to this point (3rd) have been fantastic. My shy child has emerged from her shell and is in a special afterschool art program, advanced math and her teachers have given her the praise she needed to find her confidence. I love them for that. They have a golden ticket program that keeps the kids behaving and trying to earn the admiration of teacher/administrators. All the staff has been amazing. The secretary is sweet and helpful and nurse is wonderful. Unfortunately have had too many run-ins but she's always great. I can't say enough good about our experience to date. Not to mention the amazing PFO and group of parents that organize family activities and school projects. Its a dedicated group and I'd put ours up against any school. I tell everyone I meet that Dormont Elementary is top-notch.
Submitted by parent on May 29, 2014

I like the school for my son who has some special needs. So far the teachers we have come across have been wonderful. I would recommend this school to other people asking.
Submitted by parent on January 18, 2012

I liked this school when my daughter had attended. If you have any level of a special needs child forget it. The teachers mistreated him, they punished him when he did not pass a worksheet or a test. The principal was no help. I heard the principal and a few of the teachers laugh and make jokes about some of the children. When I had a specialist come to observe my son, in her words " take your son out of this school" I also had a teacher call my home to tell me the same.
Submitted by parent on July 07, 2011

We have had such a positive experience with our first year at Dormont Elementary. Sending our first child to kindergarten last year, we weren't sure what to expect from the KO public school system, and our experience was top notch. The teachers at Dormont Elementary are involved and interested in the students, and I have been consistently amazed by the principal's extensive knowledge of the student body. The school secretary is delightful to work with, and I can't rave enough about my own child's kindergarten teacher--her control of the classroom, her nurturing approach, and her attention to each individual child's needs.
Submitted by teacher on June 16, 2011

I can't say enough wonderful things about Dormont Elementary School but I'll try by reviewing a few of my favorite highlights. The principal does a spectaular job of leading and motivating the children, staff and parents. Nothing gets by Mr. Shevchik; his care and concern for the children and the facility is beyond excellent. The teachers at Dormont Elementary are wonderful, patient and kind. They take measured steps each year to prepare children for a lifetime of learning. Another major skill that is taught from K-5 is personal responsibility. The school also does a fantastic job of passing on through learning and exposure an appreciation, and many times love of reading, art, music & physical activity . Each grade level is filled with teachers that work together and truly love teaching children.
Submitted by parent on April 29, 2010

Great school! Teachers are really caring, good mix of students and great administration.
Submitted by parent on September 11, 2009

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Submitted by parent on September 20, 2008

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