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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Monday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Hearing and Vision Screening
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4:45 PM - 7:00 PM Boys Basketball DF @ CH
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4:45 PM - 7:00 PM Girls Soccer DF @ CH
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Tuesday
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM School Picture Retakes
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4:45 PM - 7:00 PM Boys basketball DF vs MS at Thunderbird H.S.
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4:45 PM - 7:00 PM Girls soccer DF vs MS @ Lookout ES
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November 20, 2025
4:45 PM - 6:30 PM Cross Country Meet @ Moon Valley Park
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6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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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WESD Celebrates 2024-2025 School Letter Grades
The WESD proudly celebrates its strong academic performance in 2024–2025, with 11 “A” schools, 18 “B” schools, significant grade improvements across 10 schools and a District-wide “B” letter grade, marking continued growth and excellence.
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Congratulations to the November 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff
Interim Superintendent Dr. Lupita Hightower recognized students and employees from John Jacobs, Lookout Mountain, Moon Mountain, and Mountain Sky for their exceptional commitment to education!
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WESD to Host Teacher Interview Fair on Dec. 6
We are hiring K-6 elementary, 7-8 middle school and special education teachers for the 2026-2027 school year!
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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!
