WELCOME!  Desert Shadows Elementary School is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. We are proud to be recognized as one of the fine schools in the Paradise Valley Unified School District. DSES offers preschool through sixth-grade and currently has nearly 500 students enrolled. We have an excellent student, staff and parent community that is committed to making DSES an outstanding school.

The Desert Shadows Elementary School staff provides an atmosphere of educational excellence with high expectations for all students. A comprehensive educational program in reading, language arts, math, social studies, science, physical education, computer technology, vocal music and art is offered.

Message from Superintendent:
District continues to face budget reductions
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Parenting Skills Group: Desert Shadows Elementary parents are invited to attend the parenting skills group at Desert Shadows Middle School. The group meets on Wednesdays from 1 to 2:30 p.m. starting September 2 and continuing through March 24, 2010. > More info

Desert Shadows Elementary School offers free, full- day kindergarten. Please take the opportunity to come see our kindergarten classrooms with your child to help them with transition and build excitement about becoming a Sandshark at Desert Shadows! Visit the district Website for requirements and to download registration forms. > Click here