School Services
At Desert Heights we have many programs that offer support and resources to to our students and families. In our navigation bar on the side you can find more details about Foster Care, Homeless/Unaccompanied Youth Program, Gifted Program, Special Education, Title1, Transportation, Health Services, and so much more. We hope you can use these resources and that they provide support for you and your family!
English Language Learners (EL)
Students who are identified as English language learners typically require specialized instruction in both the English language and in their academic courses. Learn more..
Foster Care
Every child is endowed with the rights inherently belonging to all children including the right to a safe and stable home and learning environment. Desert Heights Charter School works with Child Welfare Agencies to identify the needs of these students and reduce barriers to school stability and access to education. Learn more...
Gifted Education Program
Gifted education provides gifted and talented students an educational environment designed specifically for their social, emotional and academic needs. Learn more...
Homeless/Unaccompanied Youth
If you feel that you may be eligible under the McKinney-Vento Act, please complete the McKinney-Vento eligibility form. The eligibility form can be obtained at the front offices of Desert Heights Charter School or Desert Heights Preparatory Academy, or via the forms tab on this page. Learn more...
Move On When Reading (MOWR)
MOWR legislation’s primary and greatest impact is in its focus on early identification of struggling readers, so that they receive targeted interventions designed to have students reading at grade level by or before the end of 3rd grade. Learn more...
Special Education
Desert Heights Charter School is committed to providing rigorous educational opportunities to all students, providing them with the support that is specific to their individual needs. We work in partnership with students and their families to develop an educational program that allows them to access our curriculum and grow as Desert Heights Coyotes.Desert Heights Charter School is committed to providing rigorous educational opportunities to all students, providing them with the support that is specific to their individual needs. We work in partnership with students and their families to develop an educational program that allows them to access our curriculum and grow as Desert Heights Coyotes. Learn more...
Title I
Title I funds are provided to Desert Heights Charter School by the federal government to assist students in the general education classroom who may need supplemental support to meet Arizona’s academic standards. Learn more...
Transportation
Desert Heights provides a limited bus route along with intercampus morning and afternoon transportation. Families can complete a transportation agreement and pick one of the routes best for them. The Prep campus (5th-12th) has 2 after school pick up options to support tutoring and clubs. Learn more...
Health Services
Each campus has a designated health center on site staffed with a trained Health Assistant to triage and address medical situations. Please review the Student & Parent Handbook for all health policies and procedures. Learn more...
Food & Nutrition
Desert Heights utilizes L & M Catering as the breakfast and lunch caterer for all grade levels.
L & M catering is a locally owned and operated business located in Phoenix, Arizona. They work with several schools in the valley and bring numerous years of experience. Their kitchen is located near both campuses, so your meals are served hot and fresh daily. We are excited to work with them this year and we hope to exceed yours and your students’ expectations. Learn more...
