Who can say no to a free Game Night with DWE families? Tonight from 6-7:30pm in our MPR/Playground the PTA is hosting a game night with family favorites such as bingo, board games, plinko, etc! The Book Fair will also be open!
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Game night
Feeling hungry after today's 1/2 day? Our STUCO (Student Council) has just the thing- a percentage night at Arby's! From 4:00-7:00pm a percentage of the proceeds will benefit DWE students!
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Arby's night
Today, 8/10, is a 1/2 day. Students will be dismissed at noon. Please contact the front office if you need to make any after school dismissal transportation changes: 520-879-2302. Thank you!
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
1/2 Day
Have you seen our new and improved Weekly Rattler? Check it out here: https://conta.cc/3zW95C9 Don't forget about our 1/2 day, picture days, and Arby's Percentage night next week!
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Rattler
Our lockdown drill has concluded. Thank you students, staff, and families for your cooperation in this important drill.
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
We are currently practicing a scheduled lockdown drill. Our front office will remain closed during the drill and we will not be answering phones. We will do a follow-up post when our drill has concluded.
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Is your child interested in band, strings, or choir? 3rd-5th graders are welcome to join us today at 6:00pm in the DWE MPR for the Rita Ranch Performers Information Night. Check out this video for more information: https://youtu.be/LrVSz4P6QsM
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Rita Ranch Performing Arts
Happening now! Vail is hard at work collecting school supplies at CHS to be distributed across the district. Swing by and help any way you can!
over 2 years ago, Vail School District
Supply Drive
Supplies
Our Rattler for next week is posted! Check it out here: https://5il.co/1f3n4 There is no school on Monday, August 1 for a district inservice. Have a nice, long weekend, Diamondback Champs!
over 2 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
No School
Have you ever wanted to help out in your child's classroom? Are you a community member who likes to support your neighborhood school? We love and welcome volunteers to our campus, and there are many ways to get involved! Complete the application today! https://www.applitrack.com/vail/onlineapp/
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Volunteers
volunteer application
Our Weekly Rattler is back! Stay in-the-know by previewing our weekly round-up of all things DWE! Check it out here: https://5il.co/1epih
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Rattler
July 22, 2022 Hello Families, This is an update, our power was restored at 10:45am. Our phones are in the process of resetting. Once again, your students are safe in the classrooms and eating lunch. We will let you know of any other updates as the situation is still being monitored. Our front office can be reached at 520-879-2302. Thank you for your partnership, Kendra Forgacs
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Our DWE Fifth graders have the amazing opportunity to participate in a 1-1 chromebook learning environment! Your family can learn all about the 5th grade 1-1 program at DWE by visiting our Open House on 7/14 from 6:00pm-6:30pm.
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
5th 1-1
Our teachers are still enjoying their last few days of summer break, but they sure cannot wait to meet you at our Open House! Please stop by and say "hi" on July 14th from 5:30-7:30pm. See you soon, Diamondbacks!
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Open House
Is it time for an oil change?
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
DWE Oil Change
DWE has an amazing partnership with our transportation department! The Vail Transportation team stopped by DWE today to thank our amazing bus monitors and bus bay staff for keeping kids safe on the bus all year long! Way to go, DWE bus monitors and Vail Transportation department!
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Bus thank you
Want to know what is going on at DWE next week? Read all about our happenings in the Rattler: https://5il.co/1ajz4 You can also find information about summer camps and our last Skate Night!
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Want to know what is going on at DWE next week? Preview the Rattler for information about our daily happenings. Read it here: https://5il.co/1ajz4 and also find out info about summer camp programs and our last Skate Night!
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Yearbooks go on sale tomorrow, Friday May 13! They will be available first-come, first-served until they run out before and after school. Yearbooks are $30 cash or check paid out to Desert Willow. *The pre-sale has ended; be sure to order pre-sale next year to pay with a credit card and to guarantee a yearbook before they run out!
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Yearbook
Congrats, grads! DWE students had the opportunity to cheer on the Mica Mountain graduating seniors at the senior parade! Today a Diamondback, tomorrow a Thunderbolt!
almost 3 years ago, Desert Willow Elementary
Graduation pic