District Mission Statement  The mission of Dover Public School District is to provide an optimum educational experience for all students, creating a passion for learning and encouraging all students to perform to their highest academic potential while promoting self expression, cooperation, and respect for others.  This shall be accomplished via a seamless integration of the New Jersey Core Content Standards into district curriculum and infusing the most current pedagogical practices and technology into the fabric of the classroom environment. Dover Board of Education Meeting Schedule  Board Meetings are held in the Board Conference Room Dover High School, 100 Grace Street, Dover at 8:00 PM. Committee of the Whole Sessions: February 3, 2009 March 3, 2009 April 7, 2009 Regular Sessions January 20, 2009                                     March 17, 2009 February 17, 2009                                    April 21, 2009 Please note that all dates may be subject to change.  It is advisable to confirm date and location by calling the Board Office at 973-989-2005.    From the Superintendent       The Dover Public School District remains committed to strengthening the academic rigor of all programs at all grade levels. We continue to design new and innovative courses which will be beneficial to all students in the Dover School Community. Gifted and talented programs throughout the district continue to grow. Students in grades 2 through 8 who have demonstrated an academic penchant for learning are participating in a newly designed academic program focusing on accelerating student growth and achievement. Through a partnership with the County College of Morris, Dover High School students may earn up to 14 transcripted college credits by completing General Biology I & II and English Composition I & II. These courses are offered at Dover High School during the school day by high school teachers, who have been appointed CCM adjunct professors, and are at no charge to our students.      As part of a partnership between Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation and the Dover Public Schools, students in grades 6, 7 & 8 may participate in the Sally Ride Science Club. Each week the club members are engaged in challenging, hands-on activities that foster an interest in, and appreciation for, science, mathematics and technology. The district strives to enhance student learning by providing professional development opportunities for our teachers that are sustained, meaningful and standards-based. The district now employs a new model referred to as job-embedded professional development. Content specialists in the areas of language arts, mathematics and technology will work with teachers and students in the classroom on student-centered and problem-solving activities. All of our professional development is aligned with the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.      The Dover Public School District continues to remain at the forefront in using technology within the classroom. Promethean interactive boards have been installed in classrooms throughout the district. By the end of this year, 90% of our classrooms in grades K-8 will have an interactive board, LCD projector, speakers and a laptop computer. Each elementary building in the district will also benefit from the acquisition of a new MacBook computer cart. At Dover Middle School, we have a ratio of one laptop per student for enhanced activities.      Great things are happening at the Dover Schools, and we invite you to join us as we work today to prepare our children for a bright tomorrow. Thank you for your kind support and assistance. Bob Becker

Upcoming Events  Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King Day -- Schools Closed Monday, February 16 Presidents' Day -- Schools Closed Tuesday, January 06, 2009 View Monthly Calendar Weather  Today, 1/6/2009 High: 34 | Low: 25 Mostly cloudy Tomorrow, 1/7/2009 High: 36 | Low: 25 Wintry mix 98% chance of precipitation.