School News
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Principal's Message
Welcome to Desert Foothills Junior High School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Shannon Gray.
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Assistant Principal's Message
Click here to read a welcome message from our assistant principal, Joelle Jasper.
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Programs and Services
Desert Foothills Junior High is proud to offer many programs and services to our students and families. Click to learn more about the great programs we offer.
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Athletic Information
Desert Foothills Junior High School offers a wide range of interscholastic sports including volleyball, cross country, soccer, cheer, basketball, wrestling, softball and track. All students are eligible to try out for athletic teams. Click here to learn more about our athletics.
Upcoming Events
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Today
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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July 14, 2025
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM Job Fair
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July 30, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Walk-Through Orientation
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August 4, 2025
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August 8, 2025
9:15 AM - 1:00 PM School Pictures
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August 19, 2025
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Meet the Teacher Night
School Information
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Main Phone: 602-896-5500
Attendance: 602-896-5521School Hours: 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:45 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Principal: Shannon Gray
Assistant Principal: Joelle Jasper
About Desert Foothills
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Desert Foothills Junior High School has a long history of excellence. Our staff is dedicated to creating a learning environment that is challenging yet balanced with the commitment to encourage every student to develop to his or her potential. Our grade level teams build a strong sense of community while maintaining high academic standards. With our newly remodeled facilities and the support of our wonderful neighborhood community, families, and phenomenal staff, Desert Foothills is a great place for kids to grow, stretch and become lifelong learners.
DISTRICT NEWS
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WESD to Host Job Fair on July 14
The WESD is hiring for the 2025-2026 school year! We currently have a wide range of job openings in our KidSpace, Nutrition Services and Transportation Departments, as well as, a variety of available teaching positions!
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WESD Extends Summer Meals Through July
Free breakfast and lunch meals for all children and teenagers up to 18 years old will now be available from June 20 to July 25!
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Enroll Your Child for Free, Full-Day Kindergarten
The WESD is now enrolling children for free, full-day kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year!
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Check out the 2024-2025 Virtual Art Show!
Enjoy the beautiful artwork created by our young artists District-wide!