Scorpion Scoop
December 17, 2023
A Message from Principal Hann
Scorpion families,
As we approach the end of the semester and eagerly anticipate the winter break, I extend my warmest greetings to you and your families. Our students and staff will wrap up their hard work this week and celebrate all of the great accomplishments they have had.
I want to remind you that this week we have two early, early release days on Wednesday and Thursday. Students will be dismissed at 11:25 AM. We will be serving breakfast on both days, but we will not serve lunch. Additionally, this Friday will be a Work and Learn from Home format. Please make sure your student logs in to their Google Classroom for attendance.
Thank you to those of you who have already donated desserts and gift cards for our staff celebration that takes place on Wednesday afternoon. There is still time to donate if you wish, please click HERE to sign up. Please drop off any donation to the front office.
The end off the semester is the perfect time for me to thank you again for your unwavering support. Your involvement in your child's education is invaluable, and we are proud to have such a dedicated community. Looking ahead, I anticipate the new opportunities and achievements that the coming year will bring. As we embark on a new year, let's collectively embrace the promise of fresh beginnings, continued growth, and shared accomplishments.
May the holiday season be filled with love, laughter, and moments of connection. I hope you not only enjoy a restful winter break but also a joyous holiday season filled with moments of warmth, laughter, and cherished memories.
Here's to a Happy New Year, marked by success, good health, and the achievement of goals!
Warm regards,
Gretchen Hann
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!
Celebrate our Scorpion Staff
Gift Card & Desserts Sign Up
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.
In addition, we are looking for donations of store-bought desserts to have at our luncheon and have added spaces to sign up for these as well. If you can donate, please drop off all desserts on Tuesday, December 19 or the morning of Wednesday, December 20
Please drop all gift cards off to the front office (Attn: Colleen Koblinski) by Monday, December 18 at the end of the school day.
Winter Band Concert
🎶 Don't miss our upcoming winter performance led by the skilled direction of Paul Traugott! ❄️🎼 Join us on Tuesday, December 19 at 7 PM for an enchanting evening of musical delight. Admission is free, making it the perfect family outing. Let's fill the auditorium with warmth and joy! 🌟
Substance Abuse Prevention Presentation
Scorpion Parents! The Tolleson Union High School District, in partnership with Rise Up Glendale, is hosting a West Valley parent, student, staff and community education event on Monday, December 18 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Come and learn about the risks of substance abuse and how to prevent it. See the flyer below for more information
Library News
End of Semester Bell Schedules
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! 🧡🦂🖤
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.
Crosswalk Reminder
Please see the attached communication from DEHS Administration regarding Crosswalk Safety.
Thank you!
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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