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Dobie College Prep Academy

Transition from 5th to 6th Grade at Dobie MS

Dobie College Prep Academy Transition from 5th to 6th Grade at Dobie MS
Dobie CollegePrep AcademyTransition from 5th to 6th Grade at Dobie MS

Important Dates for 5th Graders Important Dates for 5th Graders

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Graham ES Field Trip to Dobie MS

Field Trip to Dobie

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Dobie MS


Parent Informational Meeting

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Graham ES


Course Selection

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Graham ES
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Hart ES Field Trip to Dobie MS

Field Trip to Dobie

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Dobie MS


Parent Informational Meeting

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Hart ES


Course Selection

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Hart ES
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Walnut Creek ES Field Trip to Dobie MS

Field Trip to Dobie

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Dobie MS


Parent Informational Meeting

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Walnut Creek ES


Course Selection

  • Date: DBT
  • Location: Walnut Creek ES

Welcome to Dobie! Home of the Road Runners! Welcome to Dobie! Home of the Road Runners!

Welcome to Dobie College Prep Academy

Hello 5th Grade Families! Join us for an informative session on the transition from 5th to 6th grade at Dobie MS! Parents and students will receive important about Dobie Early College Prep Academy details about new courses, explore the course selection process, and learn tips for navigating both academic and social changes. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for a smooth and exciting middle school journey!



Hola familias de 5to grado ¡Únase a nosotros para una sesión informativa sobre la transición de 5º a 6º grado! Padres y estudiantes recibirán detalles importantes sobre los nuevos cursos, el proceso de selección de clases, y consejos para adaptarse a los cambios académicos y sociales. ¡No se pierdan esta oportunidad para prepararse para un emocionante comienzo en la escuela secundaria!

Courses and Programs Offered at Dobie MS Courses and Programs Offered at Dobie MS

Here Are Some of the Specialty Courses at Dobie

WorldLanguage Program:

  • Dual Language Spanish
    • The mission of our Dual Language program is to provide our youth instruction using a communicative approach to learning two languages, relevant content using a world-class curriculum in order to ensure all students demonstrate high academic achievement and develop confidence and character to succeed in high school and beyond.
    • La misión de nuestro programa de lenguaje dual es brindar a nuestros jóvenes instrucción utilizando un enfoque comunicativo para aprender dos idiomas, contenido relevante utilizando un currículo de clase mundial para garantizar que todos los estudiantes demuestren un alto rendimiento académico y desarrollen confianza y carácter para tener éxito en la escuela secundaria y más allá.
  • Advanced Spanish
  • Spanish 1 (for beginners)
  • ESL Math
  • ESOL for Newcomers


Fine Arts:

  • Band
  • Symphonic Band; Wind Ensemble
  • Mariachi
  • Guitar
  • Orchestra
  • Theatre
  • Advanced Theatre
  • Art


CTE:

  • Digital Media
  • Web Communications
  • Career Discovery
  • Nutrition and Wellness
  • Intro to Culinary Arts
  • AVID College Preparation


Advanced Courses:

  • Accelerated Math
  • Advanced World Cultures
  • Advanced Texas History
  • Advanced US History
  • Advanced ELA
  • Advanced Science
  • Algebra


Athletics and PE:

  • PE/Functional Fitness
  • Dance
  • Basketball
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Football
  • Volleyball


Additional Courses Offered:

  • Yearbook
  • Newspaper
  • Office Support Aide

Community Support Programs Community Support Programs

Here are some support programs at Dobie

Dobie has a variety of community support programs that provide essential resources like tutoring, mentorship, and family services to help students succeed academically and personally. These programs foster a strong school-community partnership, addressing both educational and socio-emotional needs.


Dobie cuenta con una variedad de programas de apoyo comunitario que brindan recursos esenciales como tutoría, mentoría y servicios familiares para ayudar a los estudiantes a tener éxito académico y personal. Estos programas fomentan una sólida asociación entre la escuela y la comunidad, abordando tanto las necesidades educativas como las socioemocionales.


  • Community in Schools (CIS)
  • Council on At-Risk Youth (CARY)
  • Afterschool Centers on Education (ACE)
  • Family Resource Center (FRC)
  • Seedling
  • Austin Partners in Education (APIE)
  • Austin Voices
  • Asian Family Support Services of Austin (AFSSA)

Summer Transition Camp for New Students Summer Transition Camp for New Students

Dates to be Announced

Summer transition camp for 5th graders moving to Dobie helps ease the shift by familiarizing students with their new environment, routines, and expectations. Activities include school tours, team-building games, and meeting new classmates and teachers to build confidence for the upcoming school year. Go Road Runners!


El campamento de transición de verano para estudiantes de quinto grado que se mudan a Dobie ayuda a facilitar el cambio al familiarizar a los estudiantes con su nuevo entorno, rutinas y expectativas. Las actividades incluyen visitas a la escuela, juegos de trabajo en equipo y conocer a nuevos compañeros y maestros para ganar confianza para el próximo año escolar. ¡Vamos Road Runners!

School Contact Information School Contact Information

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Dobie College Prep Academy

Phone: 512-414-3270

Website: https://dobie.austinschools.com

Address: 1200 E Rundberg Lane

6th/7th Grade Counselor: Sarah.Featherston@austinisd.org

7th/8th Grade Counselor: Lori.Jones@austinisd.org

J. Frank Dobie College Prep Academy

J. Frank Dobie College Prep Academy

J. Frank Dobie College Prep Academy School Hours (M-F): 8:20 a.m. to 3:50 p.m. Address: 1200 E. Rundberg Lane, Austin, TX 78753 Phone: (512) 841-9900 Fax: (512) 841-2944

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