Dear Desert Vista Families,
Welcome to the 2009-2010 school year. I am very excited to start year 29 in
education and year 3 at Desert Vista. It is very rewarding to “work” in a career that is always changing and growing. I am so grateful that I still wake up 29 years later loving my job and excited to go to work.

I believe we have worked hard in the last two years to provide an excellent
learning environment for our students. With the outstanding teachers and staff at DVES, our students are able to learn and grow to reach their potential.

Each year we select a theme to build on throughout the year. Our first year we
implemented the “FISH PHILOSOPHY”. We continue to use the “FISH
PHILOSOPHY” each day. “Be there”, “Make someone’s day”, “Choose your attitude”and “Play” are the key phrases that we will continue to use to build our DVES “Family”.

Our theme last year was the “Energy Bus”. This was a book read by the staff which encouraged positive attitudes. This was a great reminder for all about the energy and attitude we need to provide exciting learning to our students.

This year our staff has chosen the book by Ron Clark entitled “The Essential 55”. This book is a collection of effective rules, covering all aspects of life, from the classroom to the world, from human interactions to the cafeteria and bathroom manners. Our goal is to provide an environment where all students can succeed.

My door is always open and I look forward to meeting more of you as my
incredible journey at Desert Vista continues. I am confident that 2009-2010 will be another terrific year of learning and growth.

Sincerely,
Barbara Sanchez
Principal