Ruth Dowell Middle School

Dr. Faris has over 15 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in Texas public education. Prior to coming to Dowell Middle School, Dr. Faris has served as an assistant principal at McKinney Boyd High School for two years. Before moving to McKinney, he was an assistant principal for curriculum at Center High School in Center, Texas and assistant principal at Nacogdoches High School in Nacogdoches, Texas. In addition, he taught secondary science, including: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Science, and middle school science. Dr. Faris earned a Bachelor of Science degree (1993) and a Master of Education degree (1995) from Stephen F. Austin State University. He also earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Stephen F. Austin in December 2006.

Campus Statistics
Year Opened:	1995
School Enrollment:	1,118
TEA Rating:	Recognized
School Mascot:	Lion
School Colors:	Blue & Gold
School Hours:	7:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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