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Academic Summary

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Advanced Courses

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Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
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Teachers & Staff

Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
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District Finances

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District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
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ENVIRONMENT

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February 01, 2024
Lots of handwritten work, no phones allowed, screens only for state testing (not sure at what grade they start with screens allowed for typing, if ever). Really nice kids. Socioeconomically diverse.... More
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December 14, 2023
I am deeply troubled to report an incident at Desert Marigold School that starkly contradicts its proclaimed philosophy of nurturing each child's intellectual, artistic, and moral growth. During a... More
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July 16, 2023
I found DMS because I needed a change from the urban environment Phoenix can be. This was absolutely a transformational experience and I would 100% recommend Desert Marigold to anyone interested in a... More
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