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May 6, 2026
Starting kindergarten is exciting. It is also a big step into something new for our youngest Bulldogs and their families. That is why Kearney School District’s Kindergarten Orientation events are s...
May 6, 2026
Kearney School District families are invited to help two of our secondary students turn gently used books into a meaningful gift for children across the Kansas City area.Luke and Kate Vanderstel, m...
May 5, 2026
Wednesday, May 6, is National School Nurse Day, and we cannot let it pass without giving a huge Bulldog thank-you to the incredible nurses who care for our students every day.Our school nurses are ...
May 4, 2026
Summer is a great time for Bulldogs to stay active, build skills, try something new and stay connected with classmates, coaches and activity sponsors.Kearney School District has created a new Summe...
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What Makes Us Great
Dogwood Elementary is where curiosity takes root and every student is taught how to work, learn and succeed!
Small class sizes mean teachers know every learner’s strengths and dreams.
Perfect DESE improvement scores show our shifts translate to results.
5th-grade math and 4th-grade ELA beat state averages year after year.
Families log 3,000+ volunteer hours, turning school into a second home.
