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Our Desert Ridge High Robotics Club are current State Champions and one of many clubs and activities offered at The Ridge where students can find a place and explore shared interests, develop friendships, and learn new skills.
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about Jaguar Clubs (opens in new window/tab)
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Take a look inside Desert Ridge High and learn about our Jag Family.
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about Explore Desert Ridge High (opens in new window/tab)
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Our AP Programs give DRHS students the opportunity to challenge themselves while preparing to apply to top universities. We also offer the prestigious AP Capstone Diploma Program, which helps our students compete for admissions to the nation's top universities.
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Desert Ridge High hosts TOYBOX preschool, a Career & Technical Education Early Childhood Education Preschool Program.
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Desert Ridge High's Stephanie Campbell earns the William E. Richardson "Program of Distinction" Award
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Ensuring the safety of all students and staff is a top priority for Gilbert Public Schools. To safeguard the school communities, the Safety and Security team works diligently to create a safe and secure environment for all 26 elementary schools.
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School social workers are essential to the overall well-being of students, offering support designed to give students, teachers, and parents the necessary tools so students can focus on learning.
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Let the games begin! Just as the Summer Games unite athletes around the world, Desert Ridge Junior High School (DRJH) welcomed a new group of energetic students with its 3rd Annual “Amazing Race.”
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GPS recognizes the hard work and dedication of employees across all positions with its annual Employee of the Year Awards.
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Gilbert Public Schools is proud to announce that two of our elementary schools were chosen as 2024 A+ Schools of Excellence®.
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about 2 A+ Schools of Excellence Awards Received for 2024
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The Stagecraft CTE program isn't just about theatre; it's about developing valuable skills that are applicable in the real world, regardless of a student’s future career path
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about From Backstage to Beyond: Stagecraft CTE Programs Prepare for Success
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Use these 5 tips to stand out at the GPS job fair!
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