Scorpion Scoop
November 5, 2023
A Message from Principal Hann
"You inspire us all with your courage and valor."
Scorpion families,
As we approach Veterans Day on November 11th, I wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for the service and sacrifice of our veterans. A special thank to the Veterans in our Scorpion staff and community. DEHS will be closed on Friday, November 10 in observance. This occasion provides an excellent opportunity to discuss the values of citizenship, respect, and the role each of us plays in our community. Our veterans have exemplified these values through their service, and we can learn from their example. We encourage you to talk to your children about the significance of this day and the importance of showing appreciation for those who have served our country.
Congratulations to all of our State Swimmers this weekend! We are proud of your success this season. Congratulations to our Marching Scorpions in their pursuit of a state title on Saturday at Desert Vista High School. It was a well deserved turn to be cheered on while on the field! You sounded great!
As a reminder, progress grades for the 2nd quarter will be available the week of November 14. Please take this time to review your child's progress and reach out to their teachers if you have any questions or concerns. Your child has three opportunities during the week to select their Edge Extension (RTI) session for test make up and extra help in their classes. Please encourage them to work with their teachers to maintain and improve their grades.
Enjoy the 3 day weekend!
Make it a great week to be a Scorpion!
Gretchen Hann
Principal
Desert Edge High School
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City of Avondale Fentanyl Community Forum
On Tuesday, November 14th from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office is partnering with the City of Avondale to host a “Fighting Fentanyl Together” community forum. County Attorney Rachel Mitchell will be facilitating a panel of experts to discuss the current fentanyl crisis and provide crucial information and resources for members of the community. They will be passing out Narcan, informational flyers, and more.
This event is free and does not require registration. They will have free snacks and a coffee bar available! Their goal is to educate the public about this very important topic that affects all communities.
Please see the flyer for more information. You can also visit their webpage.
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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