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

ASES 2025-2026
Interested in ASES for 2025-2026?
05/02/2025
Join the ASES interest list for the 2025-2026 school year today!
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Vaccine Letter and Clinic Information
04/03/2025
DRA will be hosting a Vaccination Clinic on Thursday, April 10th from 2-6pm in the MPR. The flyer and consent forms are attached.
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DSUSD Summer Program 2025
04/03/2025
This summer, we're offering fantastic Summer School options for students in grades 6-9! Whether you're looking to catch up, get ahead, or try something new, we've got the perfect program for you.
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Order Your Yearbook Now! - Only 167 Left
02/28/2025
Order your yearbook today through Jostens.com! It’s first come, first served, and with limited copies, we do sell out—so don't wait! This will be a yearbook to remember!
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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 3/10/25 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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Upcoming Events

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Expanded Learning Opportunities Program at DRA:

ASES Registration Form - 2024-25
CLICK HERE

ELOP Registration Form - 2024-25
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ELOP Session 3 Schedule

ELOP Schedule Session 2

 

report absence

Report an absence with the link below: 

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

2. Call: 760-393-5500

 

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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The Desert Sands Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability, or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Joseph Hyde, Title IX Coordinator; Dr. Lisa McColl, Title IX Coordinator Designee/Resolution and Compliance Officer; Mr. Larry Bellanich, 504 Coordinator; Dr. Angela Randolph, Title II Coordinator.

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