School News
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Principal's Message
Welcome to Desert Foothills Junior High School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Shannon Gray.
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Assistant Principal's Message
Click here to read a welcome message from our assistant principal, Joelle Jasper.
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Programs and Services
Desert Foothills Junior High is proud to offer many programs and services to our students and families. Click to learn more about the great programs we offer.
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Athletic Information
Desert Foothills Junior High School offers a wide range of interscholastic sports including volleyball, cross country, soccer, cheer, basketball, wrestling, softball and track. All students are eligible to try out for athletic teams. Click here to learn more about our athletics.
Upcoming Events
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Tomorrow
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM Girls Volleyball RP @ DF
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6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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Monday
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM Girls Volleyball MS DF
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September 16, 2025
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM Girls Volleyball CH @ DF
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September 18, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Back to School Dance
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September 22, 2025
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM Girls Volleyball PV vs DF @ Greenway HS
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September 23, 2025
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM Girls Volleyball DF @ RP
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September 25, 2025
4:45 PM - 6:45 PM Girls Volleyball DF vs MS @ Thunderbird HS
School Information
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Main Phone: 602-896-5500
Attendance: 602-896-5521School Hours: 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Principal: Shannon Gray
Assistant Principal: Joelle Jasper
About Desert Foothills
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Desert Foothills Junior High School has a long history of excellence. Our staff is dedicated to creating a learning environment that is challenging yet balanced with the commitment to encourage every student to develop to his or her potential. Our grade level teams build a strong sense of community while maintaining high academic standards. With our newly remodeled facilities and the support of our wonderful neighborhood community, families, and phenomenal staff, Desert Foothills is a great place for kids to grow, stretch and become lifelong learners.
DISTRICT NEWS
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Students Receive Perfect Scores on 2024-2025 State Assessments
The WESD Governing Board recognized students who earned perfect scores on two or more portions of the 2024-2025 state assessments!
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We Excel By Showing Up Daily
We are proud to continue our attendance awareness campaign for the 2025-2026 school year! Let’s excel by showing up daily, and continue to make attendance a priority!
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WESD Voted As Top 10 Elementary School District in Arizona
The WESD ranked #7 within the Top 10 Elementary School Districts in Arizona for 2025, according to AZ Big Media!
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Register for ParentSquare
This year, the WESD is using ParentSquare, our new two-way communication tool that provides a simple and safe way to connect and communicate!