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DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS

Desert Christian is a covenant kindergarten through twelfth grade school system in east Tucson that partners with parents desiring to raise  their children in the discipline and instruction of the  Lord.  More... 

NEWS & FEATURES
DCS Veteran's Day ChapelVeteran's Honored
A standing room only crowd assembled for DCS's first all-school Veteran's Day Chapel.  While public schools and government agencies took the day off, Desert decided to keep the day and make it one in which to remember our treasured military personnel.  Songs and prayers were offered up by various student music groups as token of appeciation for those who keep us safe and free.  Many DCHS graduates and family members who are serving actively were given tribute in a slide presentation at the conclusion of the event that made us each "Proud to be an American." Photos...
 
Girls Soccer State Runners upState Soccer Tournament Puts Eagles to the Test

Desert Christian Boys and Girls Soccer teams traveled to Tempe for the first round of of State playoffs this past weekend.  After soundly defeating Flagstaff 7-1 on Friday, the boys were overcome 6-1 in a strong offensive effort by St. Greg's on Saturday.  DCHS boys finished the season 2nd in the conference.
 
Meanwhile, the Girls' team won a nail-biter in their opening contest at State against Payson.  In a repeat of last year's first round scenario, a tie score after overtime led to a shootout, but this time with the eventual win (3-2, OT PK 4-2)).  On Saturday, the Eagles outlasted #2 seed Show Low (1-0) for a spot in the finals at Grand Canyon College.  After a hard fought 90 minutes of play Blue Ridge scored in overtime to win the game. All-in-all it was a tremendous season.  Congratulations, Eagles! More...
Swimmers Strike Silver at State
The Desert Christian Men's Swim Team took 5th place and the Women took 6th overall in the 1A,2A,3A State Championships Phoenix.  Senior Maryssa Nied won the silver medal in the 500 yard Freestyle and senior Jordan Bridges also claimed the silver medal in the 100 yard Breast Stoke.  The women's 200 yard Freestyle Relay team of Haily Furrier, Makenna Woodworth, Hannah Johnsen and Maryssa Nied took home the silver medal for Desert Christian as well with a time of 1:54.48.

 
Fall Town Hall Rallies k -12 Community

Desert’s first Fall Town Hall  "Campaign Rally 2008" featured a lively program that was both entertaining and informative.  New parents especially were treated to a slice of DCS life with representatives from kindergarten to the headmaster contributing to the evening.  Article and photos....
 
The Three R's of Retreat
 
The theme of this year’s high school retreat was, "Remember, Repent, and Repeat."  Along with the fun of games, sports, and team-building activities at Triangle Y Ranch, students were challenged to remember their first love, Jesus Christ.  Guest speaker, Rob Davis gave practical tools to keep our relationship alive in Christ amid a myriad of worldly distractions.   Photos... 
Field Trips Bring Lessons to Life
 
Elementary students have been busy learning in many different venues already this school year.  Taking to the great outdoors, visiting the homebound, and bringing interesting professionals to the classroom have made for memorable lessons from kinder to fifth grade. Gallery...
Please submit news stories and photos to: development@desertchristian.org

DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS
7525 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ  85710

 Elementary School: (520) 885-4800
Middle School: (520) 795-7161
High School: (520) 298-5817

Headmaster Office: (520) 901-5499

Email: info@desertchristian.org

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