Mr. Erasmo Garcia - Principal
Ms. Meredith Greenwood - Assistant Principal/Curriculum & Instruction 
Mrs. Sheila Pottorff - Assistant Principal/Discipline & Climate and Culture 

Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Gates Open at 8:30 a.m.

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News & Announcements

Ordering Student Portraits
09/25/2024
We've made it easy to order your student portraits online through Cherished Memories! Order here with 4 easy steps!
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Heat Mitigation at DRA
09/10/2024
At Desert Ridge Academy, student safety is our top priority, especially during extreme weather conditions. In response to heat advisories, we implement the following measures to ensure the well-being of our students:
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Desert X Art Club - Sign Up Now!
09/04/2024
Join us on 9/10/24 for an exciting new chapter with the Desert X Art Club! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your artistic horizons and connect with fellow creatives. Sign up today and let your creativity flourish with Desert X Art Club!
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ASES Registration - Sign Up Now!
08/15/2024
We are excited to introduce a new and dynamic afterschool program that will be available to your child(ren) next school year! This program, designed for students in grades 6-8, will run from dismissal until 6:00 p.m. every day school is in session starting August 20, 2024.
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ELOP Registration Form - Sign Up Now!
08/13/2024
Looking for more fun and excitement before or after school? Check out our awesome before and afterschool programs! From creative hobbies and sports to exciting food experiments and game clubs, there's something for everyone. Sign up here.
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How to Set School Messenger Notifications
08/07/2024
Click here to learn how to set up your School Messenger App to receive important notifications. Then choose the most convenient option to receive your notifications.
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Upcoming Events

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Expanded Learning Opportunities Program at DRA:

ASES Registration Form - 2024-25
CLICK HERE

ELOP Registration Form - 2024-25
CLICK HERE

ELOP Session 2 Schedule

 

 report absence

Three ways to report an absence: 

 1. Use Google form to report an absence: Report Absence Form

2. Call: 760-393-5500 (press 1 for attendance)

3. Contact:  [email protected] please include student's full name, ID number and reason for absence. 

  

 mission 

Desert Ridge Academy fosters high expectations in social, emotional, and academic development, provides a safe and rigorous 21st century learning environment and leads the way with Accountability, Integrity, and Respect.

vision 

The Desert Ridge Academy community will be responsible global citizens and effective problem solvers who embrace a growth mindset.


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