Scorpion Scoop
November 26, 2023
A Message from Principal Hann
Scorpion families,
We are thrilled to announce that our Desert Edge football team is headed to the 5A State Championship at ASU on Friday! We are so proud of their remarkable achievement. We hope you join us as we cheer them on to victory. We will be sending out game day information as we receive it from the AIA.
This week is also our Winter Spirit Week. This will be a week full of fun activities and themed dress days designed to boost school spirit. We encourage your child to participate and enjoy the festivities planned for the week.
11/27 - Holiday Movie Monday: Dress as a holiday movie character
11/28 - Holiday Hits Tuesday: Dress as an artist's album cover
11/29 - Onesie Wednesday: Wear holiday/winter onesies
11/30 - Family Photo Thursday: Get your group together in matching ugly sweaters, flannels
12/1 - Freezy Friday: White Out
We are just 4 weeks from the end of the quarter, it is crucial for students to stay focused in their classes. Please remind your child of the importance of being on time to all classes and actively engaging in their coursework. If they are facing challenges or need additional support, encourage them to reach out to their teachers. Open communication is key to success, and our dedicated staff is here to help.
If you have any questions or concerns about your child's progress, don't hesitate to reach out to their teachers. Building a strong partnership between parents and teachers is crucial for the overall well-being and success of our students. Your involvement is highly valued, and we appreciate your commitment to your child's education.
It is a GREAT week to be a Scorpion!
Gretchen Hann
Principal
Desert Edge High School
We ARE DE!
Desert Edge HS is a member of the Agua Fria High School District family of schools.
Save the Date!
Principal Advisory Council Meeting
It is already the time of year for your student to begin thinking about course selection for next year! Our dedicated counselors will be conducting individual meetings with students to discuss academic goals, career aspirations, and the optimal course selections to support these objectives. To streamline this process, we will have our team available on November 28 at our Principal Advisory Council for Course Selection Information Night and AP/Dual Enrollment Fair at 5:00 PM in our library. This event will provide details about the courses available, graduation requirements, and the course selection timeline. Your attendance is strongly encouraged to ensure that you are well-informed and can actively contribute to the decision-making process.
Celebrate our Scorpion Staff
Happy Holidays Scorpion Families! 'Tis the season to spread holiday cheer and we're hoping you can help us celebrate our teachers and staff who work hard year round to encourage and educate your children. We have close to 200 staff members and would love to recognize them all with a choice of gift cards to a local store or restaurant. We would appreciate cards in $10 to $25 denominations so we can celebrate everyone equally. If your family can donate, please sign up HERE for the store or restaurant you will get the gift card from. Please drop all gift cards off to the front office (Attn: Colleen Koblinski) by Monday, December 18 at the end of the school day.
Upcoming Advisory Lesson
Winter Spirit Week
Scorpions! Get Involved next week and participate in our Winter White Out Spirit Week!
11/27 - Holiday Movie Monday: Dress as a holiday movie character
11/28 - Holiday Hits Tuesday: Dress as an artist's album cover
11/29 - Onesie Wednesday: Wear holiday/winter onesies
11/30 - Family Photo Thursday: Get your group together in matching ugly sweaters, flannels, etc.
12/1 - Freezy Friday: White Out
Holiday Festival Choir Concert
Celebrate the joy of the season at Desert Edge High School's enchanting Holiday Festival Choir Concert! Join us on December 7 and 8 at 7 PM for an unforgettable evening filled with heartwarming melodies and festive cheer. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the holidays as our talented choir brings to life a repertoire of seasonal classics and contemporary favorites. Secure your seats early as tickets are priced at $10 for adults and $8 for students, available now at the bookstore. Please note that no tickets will be sold at the door. Embrace the magic of the holidays with us and make this concert a cherished part of your festive traditions!
A Message from AFHSD Food Services Department
Since July 1, 2014, the US Department of Agriculture's Smart Snacks in School rules have required all foods and beverages sold/offered meet new nutrition standards.
Under Smart Snacks in Schools, all foods must:
- Be a "whole grain-rich" grain product; or
- Have as the first ingredient a fruit, a vegetable, a dairy product, or a protein food; or
- Be a combination food that contains at least 1/4 cup of fruit and/or vegetable; or
- Contain 10% of the Daily Value (DV) of one of the nutrients of public health concern in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (calcium, potassium vitamin D or dietary fiber)
Foods must also meet several nutrient requirements:
< 200 Calories
Total fat: <35% of calories
Saturated fat: <10% of calories
Trans fat: zero grams
< 200mg Sodium
Sugar <35% of weight from total sugars in foods"
In 2022, the Federal Department of Agriculture (FDA) requires a certified Food Protection Manager be present from start to finish when open food/beverage is being sold/offered on school campus. Along with a certified Food Protection Manager, any person(s) serving/providing open food/beverage must have a Food Handler's Card.
Library News
Volunteer Information
Community Partnerships
🙌 Huge shoutout to Raising Canes for their generous donation to Desert Edge High School! 📚🍗 Your support means the world to us and will make a big difference in our school community. Thank you for investing in our students! 🧡🦂🖤
Helpful Links
About DEHS
Located near the Estrella Mountains, Desert Edge High School is the third high school in Agua Fria Union High School District, opening in the Fall of 2002. Desert Edge was the first "Green" Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) silver certificate high school in Arizona, and the fourth in the nation.
Desert Edge is an A+ School of Excellence! (2016 and 2020). The A+ School of Excellence™ Program is a comprehensive school assessment program that celebrates outstanding schools and brings to light the positive stories and successes happening in public schools every day.
Desert Edge has consistently been awarded the Washington Post's America's Most Challenging High School and US News and World Report Best High School in America. Desert Edge is the only high school in Arizona to earn gold medal status in the Beat the Odds program for the 2018-2019 school year. Additionally, Desert Edge was recognized in 2019 for building "a college-going community" with The Most Innovative Player Award from the Governor’s Office of Education and The Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education.
Desert Edge is located on Estrella Parkway and Yuma Road near the Goodyear Ballpark, Spring Training home of the Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Indians.
Website: www.aguafria.org/dehs
Location: 15778 West Yuma Road, Goodyear, AZ, USA
Phone: 623-932-7500