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Academies of the Southwest Valley
The Academies offer pathways for students to explore high-wage, in-demand careers and understand the education, training, and credentials needed to meet their career goals. By aligning core classes, such as Algebra, English, Science, and US History, with workforce-focused experiences, students can apply classroom lessons to the business community.
Chalk Art in the Park Three-Peat Champions
The Desert Edge Art Club strikes again!
Our talented Scorpions collaborated to create an amazing chalk masterpiece and took home 1st place for the third year in a row at Goodyear’s Chalk Art in the Park!
We’re so proud of their teamwork, creativity, and dedication. Way to represent DE!
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Portrait of a Graduate
A Portrait of a Graduate represents our school district's vision for the 21st-century traits and professional competencies students need to succeed in college, career, and life. It serves as a north star for our learning communities as they craft academic and work-based learning opportunities that prepare students for whatever their future holds.
Collaboration
To work closely with their peers in order to achieve a common goal. Including cooperation, listening skills, leadership skills, and flexibility among every team member.
Communication
Successful information sharing through multiple methods, including visual, digital, verbal, and nonverbal interactions, with clear, purposeful messages, resulting in accurate exchange of information and ideas that is appropriate for the audience and situation.
Critical Thinking
Skeptical, open-minded, value fair-mindedness, respect evidence and reasoning, respect clarity and precision, look at different points of view.
Integrity
Making ethical decisions, asking questions, and following instructions even when faced with difficult situations.
Responsibility
The ability to be accountable for something within one's power, control, or management.
