In an environment that is faithful, caring and dedicated, Dowling Catholic forms each student to become a Christ-centered leader. Dowling Catholic High School has been recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. With a curriculum designed to engage and challenge students to reach their fullest potential, our goal is to personalize the educational experience of every student.
Dowling Catholic High School is a community of faith where learning, leadership, and sportsmanship are Christ-centered. The mission at Dowling Catholic is to inspire a love of learning and a respect for fellow human beings in an environment that fosters excellence in academics and spiritual development.
Dowling Catholic High School is a community of faith where learning, leadership, and sportsmanship are Christ-centered. The mission at Dowling Catholic is to inspire a love of learning and a respect for fellow human beings in an environment that fosters excellence in academics and spiritual development.
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Joseph Academy was founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Housed in a renovated building called "Villa Maria, " few students were able to attend this "country school" located three miles west of downtown Des Moines due to limited public transportation.
Dowling High School for boys was established in 1918 with an enrollment of 90 students on an eight-acre site purchased by Bishop Dowling from the Des Moines College Corporation.Dowling was known as Des Moines Catholic College until 1935 when it was renamed for its late founder.
Dowling High School for boys was established in 1918 with an enrollment of 90 students on an eight-acre site purchased by Bishop Dowling from the Des Moines College Corporation.Dowling was known as Des Moines Catholic College until 1935 when it was renamed for its late founder.
Thank you for your interest in Dowling Catholic High School. We know that choosing a high school is an important decision as the next four years are key building blocks in development that provide a foundation for your student's future. Here you will find information on much of what we do in our mission to help students become Leaders for Life, Centered on Christ(R).
There have been wonderful improvements over the past few years, but to remain a vibrant Catholic school we must focus on the new goals we have set. Education continues to change and requires constant innovation and support of the teaching/learning process. With these goals in mind, administration and board leadership will draft a new strategic plan that builds upon our past success and secures the future of Dowling Catholic High School.
Any 8th grade families who would like to visit our campus to assist in their decision are welcome to call the Admissions Office at 515.222.1025 to schedule a tour. Students interested in enrolling at Dowling Catholic High School should contact the Admissions Office during their eighth grade year. Students will be considered for enrollment once a copy of the student's grades, discipline records and official transcripts have been received.
The Dowling Catholic Board of Education is a consultative board that cooperates in the policy-making process by formulating and adapting, but never enacting policy. The President enacts the policy, and the principal implements the policy. The board is consultative to the president and principal. The origin of Dowling St.
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Synn
Aug 23, 2018
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Best high school education you’ll find in Iowa. Beyond education the community was always there for me through some hard times. Never gave up on me even after I was expelled for my poor choices. I ran the streets ended up in the hospital after a rival click jumped me and a friend. Dr said I’d be dead without replacing one kidney. They prayed for me everyday and my kidney healed on its own. Nothing short of a miracle.
T. MoneyTCG
Jun 29, 2018
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Judi Scheele
Sep 18, 2016
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Please do right by Liam and grant him the award he has earned. As Catholics, we have to do everything in our power to enrich each and every student. Hasn't the Church suffered enough? Do you think Liam deserves less than any other student? I do not know Liam or his family, but I am a Catholic and I hope the school and/or your Diosese come to your senses!
Sherry Haney
Jan 04, 2015
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