Desert Willow Elementary School

We had another amazing week at Desert Willow! Students started checking out books in the library, we had our Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Kick-Off Assemblies, and Ms. Gossen and Mrs. Rios' classes went to StarBase for their second day.

2 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Check out the calendar to see what clubs and activities are starting on campus next week! Wednesday is a Half Day, dismissal will be at noon (12 pm). Wednesday evening will be the California Trip meeting. If you and your 4th or 5th grader are planning on attending the trip, attendance at this meeting is mandatory.

2 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Half Day, Noon (12 PM) Dismissal - Wednesday August 12th

Can we reach all 50 states? Share your fundraising page with family and friends near and far to help us fill the map. Every new state brings our school closer to completing the 50 State Challenge and spreading KINDNESS across the country!

#KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising

3 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Social Media Post #5

Looking for a meaningful role in education? 🌵 Join the Desert Willow family — we’re hiring a 4th Grade Teacher and a Behavior Specialist.

Questions? Visit https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2111?locations=11563 to read the full job description (and fill out your application) or contact Kendra Forgacs (forgacsk@vailschooldistrict.org) or Kirsten Bice (bicek@vailschooldistrict.org)

4 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

WOW! Our Kindness Fundraiser is off to an AMAZING start!

Keep the momentum going by completing your Kindness Passport for a chance to win a prize from the Mystery Prize Box! We can't wait to see all the incredible acts of kindness our students share throughout the fundraiser.

#KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising

4 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Social Media Post #4

Our Kindness Fundraiser starts TODAY! Parents, please register your student TONIGHT, share their fundraising page with friends and family, and complete the Boarding Pass assignment. Don't forget to have your student turn in their completed Boarding Pass to school tomorrow to earn their prizes!

#KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising

5 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Social Media Post #3

We have had an amazing second week of school! Two of our 5th grade classes started going to StarBase for their STEAM field trips. All of our 5th graders will get the opportunity to visit StarBase throughout this year. Our 1st graders were practicing their place value and representing numbers with place value blocks.

9 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Even though it is a short week next week, there are still tons of things going on at Desert Willow!

We will have our PTA Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Kick-Off Assemblies to begin our fundraiser and later in the week we will have our Fall Picture Days. Be on the lookout for more information about the Kindness Challenge Fundraiser in your email inboxes and see the images below for the picture day schedule so you know when your child will be getting their picture taken!

9 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Our Kindness Fundraiser starts on Tuesday! Our students will be spreading kindness while raising funds for a shade structure to go over the purple playground. Let’s do this!

#KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising

9 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Social Media Post #2

Our Kindness Fundraiser is ONE WEEK AWAY! Get ready to help our school spread kindness, raise funds and make a positive impact!

#KindnessFundraiser #RaisingKindness
@RaiseAboveFundraising

12 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

Kindness Challenge Fundraiser Social Media Post #1

We had an incredible first week of the 2026-2027 school year! Across campus students and teachers learned and reviewed procedures, expectations, and even some math!

There was so much learning and laughing across campus this week, we can't wait to see what the rest of the school year will bring!

16 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

It was so fun to see a sea of rainbow colors helping our kindergarteners review their colors this week! Please see the calendar below for the colors for each day next week and for other things that are happening at Desert Willow next week.

16 days ago, Desert Willow Elementary School

DWE Families,

Please join us for Open House Night, next Thursday, July 16 from 5:30-7:00 PM.

Meet your teacher, see your classroom, and check out our beautiful school.

We are so excited to see you! It's going to be an amazing school year!

Proud to be DWE! 💜🐍🩵

about 1 month ago, Diana Zoellner

about 1 month ago, Diana Zoellner

DWE Parents and Guardians - It's important we have the correct contact info for parents and guardians.

Please take a minute to double check that your email and phone number are up to date in PowerSchool.

https://ps.vail.k12.az.us/public/

about 2 months ago, Diana Zoellner

Desert Willow Summer Hours and Open House Night.

Have a great summer, and we will see you on July 16th at 5:30 for DWE Open House.

3 months ago, Diana Zoellner

Diamondbacks, we had a GREAT last week!
Spirit Days, Kindergarten Graduation, Fifth Grade Promotion and Parade, and SO much fun!
25/26 will go down in the books as a wonderful, busy, and best year yet!
Have a safe, fun-filled summer!

3 months ago, Diana Zoellner

PTA End of the Year Online Sale. Get your DWE shirt for $10! Check out the link: https://dwepta.givebacks.com/shop

There are only 32 yearbooks available for purchase. Get one before they sell out! $35 cash only, located out front by the flagpole, before and after school.

3 months ago, Diana Zoellner

DWE had a fabulous week!

Learning About Musical Instruments, Tattoo The Teacher Fundraiser, Minute-To-Win-It Staff Challenges, Dance Party, COIL Stuffy Fun, and 5th Grade Water Day.

We are making memories, and enjoying every last minute of this school year! Proud To Be DWE!

3 months ago, Diana Zoellner