The Pendergast Elementary School District is leading the way with a variety of new and innovative learning opportunities to choose from. We are very proud to offer the very best educational experience for our over 10,000 students. Our twelve schools offer safe and secure campuses with individualized programs designed to help each student succeed and develop to his or her own potential.
The Arizona Tax Credit Program allows each taxpayer to donate up to $200 for a single individual or a head of household per year to public schools and up to $400 if married and filing a joint tax return. That money can go directly to the public school of your choice, reducing your taxes by the amount donated.
It's never too early to start thinking about your Arizona School Tax Credit contribution. You can make contributions anytime! Please join us in "BEE"-lieving in our 10,000 students and reducing your tax bill by giving to the tax credit program in the Pendergast District.
The 21st Century After School STEM provides tutoring and enrichment classes for students before and after school. In addition, extended library times is offered to the community to utilize the library and its resources.
As your Governing Board, we work with Administration, Staff, Parents and the Community to provide a quality education for all students so they compete globally in their future endeavors and aspirations.
The Pendergast Quick Tip is a system that allows students, parents, staff and community members to submit information to district administrators anonymously or non-anonymously.
Quick Tip allows authorized district administrators to receive tips at any time and have the ability to respond in a timely manner to issues that impacts the school or individual students.
The reported issues range from peer pressure, threats, depression, weapons, suicide and bullying. Anyone with access to the web or a smartphone has access to Quick Tip.
Find Out More and/or Submit a Quick Tip >>
DESERT HORIZON IS A CLOSED CAMPUS!
Closed Campus Policy
Please be prepared to do the following:
- Present IDENTIFICATION
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Sign in
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Upon returning, you will be given your IDENTIFICATION back.
Thank you for your time, patience and flexibility as we continue to provide a safe and orderly environment for your chilldren.
Desert Horizon Elementary School
8525 W. Osborn Rd.
Phoenix, Arizona 85037
Phone: (623) 772-2430
Fax: (623) 873-4691
Attendance: (623) 772-2445
Principal: Debby Cruz
Email: decruz@pesd92.org
Assistant Principal: Arturo Aragon
Email: aaragon@pesd92.org
Bell Times for the 2018-2019 School Year
Kindergarten through 8th Grade: 8:10 am to 3:10 pm
Autism Program: 7:30 am to 2:30 pm
Early Release:
Kindergarten through 8th Grade: 8:10 am to 12:40 pm
Autism Program: 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
Well-Managed Schools is a school-based intervention strategy that emphasizes behavior management practices, relationship-building techniques and social skills instruction.
The Pendergast Governing Board and Superintendent Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux are grateful for your donation and support of our students, staff, families and community. Thank you for helping to make a positive impact in the lives of the children in Pendergast.
Desert Horizon Newsletter
Keep up with what is going on in the classrooms and around campus.
Student-Parent Handbook 2018-2019
The purpose of this handbook is to inform parents and students of the policies, procedures, and operations of the Pendergast Elementary School District. It presents information highlighting district policies and guidelines necessary for the academic achievement, safety, welfare, and well-being of our students.
Desert Horizon Dual Language Academy
A child who grows up with more than one language has a built-in sense of tolerance and an innate open heart. This is why Desert Horizon and the Pendergast Elementary School District is proud to offer the Dual Language Academy to Kindergarten and 1st grade students.
What's for Breakfast and Lunch?
Find out what's being served for breakfast and lunch at your school by accessing our new Online Menus >
Desert Horizon School Uniform Dress Code
The staff at Desert Horizon Elementary believes that the way students dress for school affects their learning. Students should dress for success. Students who come dressed appropriately for learning are less distracted and are better prepared to learn.
This 10-week program helps parents gain the tools they need to make sure their children have successful academic careers and prepare for a university experience.
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