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.

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School Information

Main Phone: 602-896-5500
Attendance: 602-896-5521

School 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

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.

Congratulations to the May 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff

Student and employee recipients were celebrated from John Jacobs, Lookout Mountain, Moon Mountain, Mountain Sky and the WESD Administrative Center!

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WESD Announces 2025 Lamp of Learning Recipients

Seventeen extraordinary individuals have been selected to receive the District's highest recognition, the Lamp of Learning award!

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Desert View Named Recipient of the A+ School of Excellence Award

The Arizona Educational Foundation awarded Desert View with the prestigious designation for demonstrating educational excellence!

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Your Child's Path to Success Begins Here

The WESD is now enrolling pre-K through eighth grade students for the 2025-2026 school year!

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