Welcome to HDS

Welcome to the Hawks' Nest!

Vision Statement

Engaging and Empowering Students to Soar toward Excellence

Mission Statement

We, as a community, have a vision where every High Desert scholar is valued and challenged to reach their academic, social, and physical potential while supported by a safe, positive circle of learning, and fortified to become a responsible and productive citizen of the global community.

🧩 Piece by Piece, We Are Building a Masterpiece

Welcome to another exciting year at High Desert School—Home of the Hawks!

At High Desert School, we believe that every student brings unique talents, strengths, experiences, and dreams to our school community. Just like individual puzzle pieces come together to create a beautiful picture, each student plays an important role in making our school a masterpiece.

Our theme this year, "Piece by Piece, We Are Building a Masterpiece," reminds us that growth happens one step at a time. Through academic achievement, character development, creativity, service, athletics, and meaningful relationships, we are helping students discover their potential while contributing to something greater than themselves.

Academic Excellence

High Desert School continues to provide a rigorous and engaging educational experience that prepares students for high school and beyond. Students will engage in challenging learning opportunities through:

• i-Ready Mathematics
• Hands-on science experiences through our science lab and Amplify Science curriculum
• Writing across all subject areas
• AVID strategies that promote organization, critical thinking, collaboration, and college and career readiness
• Data-driven interventions and enrichment opportunities to support every learner

Our staff is committed to helping each student grow academically while fostering confidence, perseverance, and a love of learning.

Character and Leadership

As a proud National School to Watch, we believe that who students become is just as important as what they learn.

Through our AVID Advisory program, Medal of Honor Character Development Program, mentoring opportunities, and school-wide PBIS initiatives, students develop the values of:

• Courage
• Integrity
• Commitment
• Sacrifice
• Citizenship
• Patriotism

Students are encouraged to lead with kindness, respect others, take responsibility for their actions, and make positive contributions to our school community.

Opportunities for Every Student

Whether students are exploring a new interest or pursuing a passion, there is a place for everyone at High Desert School.

Students can participate in:

• Athletics, including JV and Varsity programs
• Music, choir, handbells, and performance opportunities
• Visual and Performing Arts
• ASB and Leadership
• Yearbook
• STEAM and STEM experiences
• Project Lead the Way (PLTW) courses
• Clubs, competitions, and enrichment activities throughout the year

We believe that student connection is essential to success, and we strive to ensure every Hawk finds opportunities to belong, participate, and thrive.

Supporting the Whole Child

Our dedicated team—including teachers, counselors, support staff, administration, and families—works together to support students academically, socially, and emotionally.

Through counseling services, restorative practices, PBIS supports, attendance interventions, and strong family partnerships, we are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where students can grow with confidence.

Building Together

A masterpiece is not created overnight. It is built piece by piece, day by day, through hard work, dedication, collaboration, and care.

Thank you to our students, families, staff, and community partners for helping make High Desert School such a special place. Together, we will continue building a school where students are challenged, supported, connected, and inspired to reach their fullest potential.

Here's to another incredible year of learning, growth, and success as we build our masterpiece together!

High Desert School — Home of the Hawks
Piece by Piece, We Are Building a Masterpiece