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Scorpion families,

As we move through this month, we are focused on spreading positivity to our students. Every day is a chance to reset and be the best version of themselves. We are asking them to choose kindness and respect—it not only lifts others up, but it creates a better environment for everyone. We want them to know, even a small act of kindness can make a big impact on those around them. Join us in modeling and encouraging these values for our students as we work to build a positive school community.

We are thrilled about the excitement that kicked off at Saturday's parade, marking the beginning of our Homecoming week! The energy on campus was incredible, and we’re eagerly looking forward to the pep assembly and the big game against Sunnyslope on Friday night, where we’ll crown our Homecoming royalty. To wrap up this amazing week, we will host our Homecoming dance on Saturday evening. Doors will open at 7:00 PM, and we want to remind everyone that entry will close at 8:30 PM, with the dance ending at 10:00 PM.

Thank you for your continued support in making this a memorable and safe Homecoming week for all! Thank you for your support and trust.

Wishing you a great week ahead!

Gretchen Hann

Principal

Desert Edge High School

Engaging ALL Scorpions in a Culture of Learning

Parent HUB

A message from the AFHSD Transportation Department: In order to ensure the safety and security of all students, effective Monday, September 23, students will be required to have their physical Student ID with the correct bus route in order to ride the bus home. Any student without an ID will be denied a ride home. Please check with your student to ensure they have an ID that also has their bus route to ensure there is no disruption to their bus ride home. If you have not signed up for Transportation services through Edulog, please sign up here: https://www.aguafria.org/Page/6224

Questions? Contact Christina Sills at csills@aguafria.org

Missed Picture Day? Need a Retake?
Students in grades 9-11 who were absent on Picture Day or would like a retake for the yearbook, Picture Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday, October 1st. Make sure to get your picture taken if you need a new one!

A moment that serves as a powerful reminder that there are steps we all must take in looking out for loved ones, the people in our community, and those who have been impacted by this leading cause of death.

If you're struggling or know someone who is struggling, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is there for you, 24/7/365. No judgment. Just help.

Join us to raise awareness for this mental health and suicide prevention resource. Learn more about the lifeline: afsp.org/988

Septiembre es el Mes Nacional de la Prevención del Suicidio.

Un momento que sirve como poderoso recordatorio de que hay pasos que todos debemos dar para cuidar a nuestros seres queridos, a las personas de nuestra comunidad y a quienes se han visto afectados por esta causa principal de muerte.

Si estás luchando o conoces a alguien que está luchando, la 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline está ahí para ti, 24/7/365. Sin prejuicios. Solo ayuda.

Únete a nosotros para concienciar sobre este recurso de salud mental y prevención del suicidio. Más información: afsp.org/988

We are excited to share that our students now have Platform Access to Varsity Tutors through May of 2025. Students will access Varsity Tutors via Clever. Thanks to a grant, the company is able to provide the resource at no cost!

Here is a quick overview video of what Platform Access includes.

Here is a QUICK GUIDE to access Varsity Tutors

Don’t fall into this cycle of violence!

We are joining various agencies to help spread awareness of teen violence.

If you come across a video of teen violence make sure you report it, don’t repost it! Learn more at MaricopaCountyAttorney.org/RDR

Agua Fria HSD is grateful to everyone who attended the first boundary study meeting. We appreciate the great discussions and feedback offered as we start this boundary journey.

For those who could not attend, we would also like to invite you to share your input. CLICK HERE: https://bit.ly/3TC03DI; share your initial feedback on the boundary study. The form is posted on www.aguafria.org/boundaries and will be open until October 1st.

Thank you all for your continued collaboration in making AFHSD the very best it can be.

🙌 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! 🧡🦂🖤

A message from Mrs. Royal:

I'm Denise Royal, the Director of Theatre Arts at DEHS. As a high school student, I had the opportunity to participate in Educational Travel outside of the U.S. and it was an experience that changed my life! That experience, and all the personal growth I gained from that trip, is what fuels my desire to share these experiences with our student community. Having led several tours with EF over the last few years to both Europe & Asia, I am excited to share with you some new opportunities for student travel. Although this is not a school sponsored program, for over 50 years, EF Tours has worked with educators throughout the world to make the dream of travel available to their students. I hope you will consider one of these opportunities for your DE student.

• Grecian Odyssey: Summer 2026 - bit.ly/4eRfD7w
• The African Diaspora in Western Europe: Spring Break 2026 - bit.ly/3W3pa2G