Dillard is a designated Title I school that serves students in grades pre-K through five. Title I is a federally funded learning support program that provides additional funds. Title I funds are used to meet the needs of all students at our school.
Resource services include art, music, physical education, English as a Second Language, enrichment/AIG, media, and exceptional child services.
J.W. Dillard Academy
810 Cure Drive, Madison, NC 27025
Phone: 336-548-2472
Fax: 336-548-6442
Office Hours: 7:15-4:00
Student Hours: 7:45-2:45
Grades Served: PK-5
Mascot: Spot the Dalmatian
Colors: Black, White and Blue
Created by: Dawson Priddy
Student Population
56.4% White
17.5% African-American
15% Hispanic
11.1% Other
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What is Unique?
Our mission at Dillard Academy School is to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment while encouraging respect for diversity, setting high standards and recognizing individual needs.
Our Title 1 program allows for expanded learning opportunities for all Dillard students. Title I components include instructional support, parent and community involvement, technology resources, student materials, and staff development.
All 2-5 classrooms at Dillard have 1:1 Chromebooks and all teachers have a laptop. Kindergarten and first grade classrooms are 1:1 with iPads and Chromebooks. We have a phone/intercom system with classroom access, and classrooms equipped with amplification systems. Dillard provides a comprehensive school counseling program based on American School Counselor Association Standards. This program provides services to all students in the areas of academic development, social/personal skills and career awareness.
Our Dillard staff is excited to offer a variety of in school and after school clubs and activities. These include All County Chorus, Drums, Lego Club, Good News Club and Battle of the Books.
Dillard Elementary School, formerly Dillard Primary, is named in honor of John W. Dillard, a local educator and community leader. In the fall of 1977, Dillard opened its doors to 250 first grade students and a staff of 35. Kindergarten students were added four months later. This school was a consolidation of students from the kindergarten and first grade classes of Lassiter School in Madison and Elliott Duncan School in Mayodan. Second graders from the Madison area moved to Dillard Primary School in the fall of 1981. In 1991, second grade students from Mayodan enrolled. On January 30, 1992, Dillard's new addition was dedicated. This new wing houses the media center and four classrooms. Fall of 2002 Dillard became a K-5 school. In July 2018, Dillard Elementary merged with New Vision Magnet School and was renamed John W. Dillard Academy. Dillard Academy operates on a year-round schedule with extended breaks throughout the year.