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Dawson Dispatch

A Competitive Halloween

Scar Kohler, Writer November 7, 2025

Midday on the 31st of October, Halloween, Dawson students met on the quad. They were met with cones, a hockey stick, and pumpkins shaped like helmets. The opening event, ‘The Dizzy Izzy’.   The...

Sports nutrition poster similar to the one in the Athletic Center

In a Sport? This is What You Should Eat.

Luke VanMiddlesworth, Writer October 15, 2025

  Athletes!   Ever wondered why your performance in sports might be more inconsistent than usual? Well, beyond an outstanding injury, this stunt in how you play might be rooted in what nutrition...

Ring Movie Poster

Ice Cream and I Scream

Jadon Jacobs, Writer October 15, 2025

It was a dark and stormy Friday night, when many upper school students joined together for Dawson's annual spooky season event: I scream and Ice cream.    To kick off the night, the students...

Rider Neeb (‘26) & Jonah Lodge (‘26) atop Caribou Pass

Senior Backpacking Trail Reviews

Rider Neeb, Writer October 15, 2025

What were people's opinions on this year's senior class backpacking trip? Overall, this was rated to be the best out of the four class trips. Hikes ranged in difficulty from easy to hard, and a few people...

Dawson Golf Team

Boys Golf Crushes State

Finn Almond, Writer October 15, 2025

For the first time in over a decade, the Dawson boys brought a full team of four to the state golf tournament in Pueblo.   Early Monday morning, the boys headed to the course. The team started...

Pumpkin Sling Shot Physics

Carter Lewis, Writer October 15, 2025

During Halloween at Dawson there are many different competitions such as the Dizzy Izzy, the costume contest, and the pumpkin slingshot competition. I asked Mr. Friedman to help explain how to use physics...

Pony Puff Recap

Carter Lewis, Writer October 15, 2025

On the date of September 26, 2025, the third annual pony puff took place, featuring outstanding performances from all grades involved in the contest.    Despite controversy in the event on...

Senior Scaries – College Coming

Teagan Slaton, Writer October 15, 2025

As the Colorado Free Application Days (10/7-10/9) come to an end, Dawson seniors are feeling the reality of the college admissions season.    Here are responses from four seniors when asked...

Madame Engstrand

Dr. Engstrand Leaves

Luke VanMiddlesworth, Writer October 15, 2025

Dr. Engstrand sent out an email to all French students and families on October 5th that explained why she could no longer continue teaching at Dawson.     Her email detailed how she “was...

Love it or Hate it: Coconut Chicken Curry

Scar Kohler, Writer October 15, 2025

Coconut chicken curry or the vegetarian alternative, coconut chickpea curry, is a staple in the Dawson cuisine. I've seen both sides of the coin; many love this dish with their whole heart. Others despise...

The Boys' Soccer Team

Mustangs Make a Push for Playoffs

Darren Sebek, Writer October 15, 2025

On October 9th the Mustangs took the L against Skyview Academy which holds an impressive 9-4 record. Despite this tough loss which was important for their playoff positioning, the team still has high hopes...

Noise in the Commons

Teagan Slaton, Writer October 15, 2025

“Be mindful, people are actually trying to get work done and don't block the door,”  says Zephyra Simtizis(‘27)    Other Dawson community members couldn't agree more. The learning commons...

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