Desert Ridge HS
End of 3rd Quarter
Spring Break and Start of 4th Quarter
I hope everyone has a safe and relaxing spring break. We look forward to our students returning from break on Tuesday, March 16.
DJ Spetz
Principal
Bell Schedule
Re-Accreditation Parent Survey
April 6 is ACT Test for all Juniors
This will be a late start for all other classes and busses will run. More information to come.
Here are some helpful links:
- Accessing MyACT
- MyACT Quickstart guide
- Setting up MyACT video
- How to use your student code video English teachers have your student codes. You can also email Mrs. Smith at jennifer.smith@gilbertschools.net or your school counselor.
- Getting started
No Place for Hate
Upcoming Testing Dates
AZSCI Field Test (SCIENCE) COMPUTER BASED
March 22-26 Grade 11-during Science class
HS District Benchmark COMPUTER BASED
April 26-May 21class period
ELA and MATH-in class
AzMERIT COMPUTER BASED
Sophomores only
April 9, 12 or 13 (based on English class) ELA Writing-in English class-Block periods
April 19 ELA Reading, Part 1-in English class
April 20 ELA Reading, Part 2-in English class
April 22 Mathematics, Part 1-in Math class
April 23 Mathematics, Part 2-in Math class
Graduation
Painting of Campus
Student Expectations
- Everyday complete the Daily Health Assessment before coming to campus
- Masks must be worn in classrooms and indoor spaces. Masks are not required while students are eating.
- Social Distance when possible
- Follow the signs and walk on the right when in halls, stairs, and entering/exiting buildings
- Use hand sanitizer in classrooms when needed
Frequently Asked Questions
District Links
Follow Us
Twitter- @desertridgeHS