Craig Christensen - Principal
Sheila Pottorff- Assistant Principal

79-767 Avenue 39, Indio, CA 92203 | Phone (760) 393-5500

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

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News & Announcements

Fit for the Future Summer Camp
01/30/2026
- June 9 - July 9, 2026 from 7:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
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Tech & Tiaras
01/28/2026
Join us for a day full of technology, innovation, and fun! Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 - 8:00 a.m. - noon - Desert Sands Unified School District- DEC North building./ Open to All 4th - 8th Grade Girls in DSUSD.
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Explore Greece
01/27/2026
Explore Greece - Spring Break 2027 - 6 Days in Greece!
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Cheer Clinic at DRA
01/21/2026
Cheer Clinic at DRA will be Feb. 11 & 12, 2026 from 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. It is open for students in 3rd grade - 5th grade. Performance will be Feb. 17.
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Upcoming Events

Report an Absence

Two ways to report student absence:

1. Use Google form to report an absence

2. Call: 760-393-5500

On Sale Now

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Yearbooks are on sale now! Cost: $55.00. Order by February 12, 2026 to secure a yearbook.  All purchases after Feb. 12 are fist come, first served. To order: Order Here- Jostens

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Mission Statement 

 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 Statement

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


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