School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Desert Foothills Junior High School! Click the title above to read a welcome message from our principal. Susie Smith.

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Meet Our New Assistant Principal

We are so excited to welcome our new assistant principal, Mrs. Anna Kohl to the Desert Foothills Family!

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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.

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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-896-5500
Attendance: 602-896-5521

School 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: Susie Smith
Assistant Principal: Anna Kohl

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.

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WESD Seeks Input on ELA Curriculum Materials

WESD is in the process of reviewing and adopting English Language Arts (ELA) materials to support teachers with instruction in reading, writing, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary to enhance student achievement. Teachers, staff, families and community members are invited to view the variety of materials on display at the WESD Administrative Center and to provide input.

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Get Ready for Kindergarten 2022-2023!

Get ready to board the train to kindergarten 2022-2023! Families will have the opportunity to meet the teachers and staff, visit a classroom and gather information for a successful year of kindergarten. We can't wait to meet you!

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WESD COVID Updates 2021 - 2022

Click here for up-to-date WESD and COVID-19 news.

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WESD Teacher and Board Member Selected as Top 10 Finalists for AEF Teacher of the Year Award

Alyssa Weed, music teacher at Acacia Elementary School and Lindsey Peterson, WESD Governing Board Member, have been selected as a Top 10 finalists for the Arizona Educational Foundation Teacher of the Year Award.

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