[4] The assumed course of study for students is to complete the Smart Core curriculum developed by the Arkansas Department of Education (ADE), which requires students to complete at least 22 units for graduation.

Both the Dover Senior High Band and Choir programs have been the recipient of various statewide awards.

Most recently, the Dover Senior High Choirs were recognized as State Champions at the 2013 Arkansas Choral Performance Assessment under the direction of Mrs. Carrie Taylor.

The Dover Midnight Brigade (marching band) has been hailed the "Pride of Pope County."

Competition is primarily sanctioned by the Arkansas Activities Association with student-athletes competing in football, volleyball, baseball, basketball (boys/girls), competitive cheer, dance, golf (boys/girls), soccer (boys/girls), softball, tennis (boys/girls), track and field (boys/girls).