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About Us
School Information
Curtis Fundamental Elementary - Home of the Cougars
Address: 531 Beltrees St. Dunedin, FL 34698
Phone: (727) 738-6483
Fax: (727) 738-6488
Pinellas County Schools Administration: (727) 588-6000
Principal: Mr. Richard Knight
School Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 2:10 p.m., Monday - Friday
About
Curtis Fundamental Elementary was established in 1976. The prevailing thrust then and now is to incorporate instructional strategies and curriculum goals into our educational program that has proven to be the most successful. The primary emphasis at Curtis is on the development of attitudes and values about learning that promote a strong academic success, student responsibility and a love of learning. Our success is achieved through our strong partnership with our families.
Points of Pride
- 2022 Dunedin Mayor's Top Apple Award
- Gold Award Winner from Alliance for a Healthier Generation
- Consistently maintained a "A" Grade by the state of Florida for academic achievement
- Florida PBIS Award Winner
- One to one laptops/ipads in grades K-5
Special Services & Programs
- Girls Who Code Club
- STEM Club
- Spanish Class After School
- Soccer
- Lacrosse
- Dunedin Highland Dance
- IC3 Spark
- Battle of the Books
- Art Club
- Multicultural Club
- News Broadcast Team
- Safety Patrols
- Chorus
School Mission
The staff of Curtis Fundamental Elementary will partner with students, parents, and the community to create and maintain a quality and safe learning environment enabling each student to succeed.
School Vision
100% Student Success
School Song
Written by: Hope Schneider (lyrics)
Performed by: Holly Noordhoek (YouTube)
Download Curtis Fundamental Elementary School Brochure (PDF)