Deer Valley Unified School District

Community Profile

Deer Valley Unified School District (DVUSD) headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is the fifth largest school district in the state of Arizona, serving Phoenix, Glendale, Peoria, Anthem, New River, Cave Creek and unincorporated areas of Northwest Maricopa County. Situated within the Sonoran Desert, the District has grown to 36 campuses including five high schools.

Phoenix is the capital and the most populous city of Arizona as well as being the largest state capital in the United States by population. It is the region’s primary political, cultural, economic, and transportation center. Incorporated in 1881, Phoenix is young by historical standards but now ranks as one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. Residents and businesses will find that Phoenix offers just about everything in the way of sports, recreation, arts, culture, dining, lodging and financial opportunities. Because of the beautiful weather, activities can be enjoyed year-round.

Located on the Western edge of Phoenix, Glendale is home to Fiesta Bowls and the 2008 Super Bowl, offers travelers a wide variety of amenities including the famous Historic Downtown shopping district, legendary special events and festivals, museums and cultural attractions, and a growing number of professional sports facilities.

Located on the Northwest of Phoenix, Peoria is a city rich in history and it continues to grow. Similar to Glendale, it has a variety to offer and in July 2008, Money Magazine listed Peoria in the "Top 100 Places to Live".

Special Comment:

Deer Valley High School has a growing dual enrollment college credit program that offers students exceptional opportunities to meet their academic goals. Students have an opportunity to participate in quality clubs and activities as well as a sound, award-winning athletic program.

• Foreign Languages:

  French
  Spanish
   

  Arts:

  Advanced Art
  Band
  Ceramics
  Concert Choir
  Guitar
  Instrumental Music
  Newspaper
  Theatre/Drama
  Yearbook

  AP Courses:

  Biology
  Calculus AB
  Calculus BC
  Chemistry
  English Language and Composition
  English Literature and Composition
  Environmental Science
  Microeconomics
  Music Theory
  Physics
  Psychology
  Spanish Language and Culture
  Statistics
  Studio Art
  U.S. Government and Politics
  U.S. History
  World History

  Sports:

  Baseball
  Basketball
  Cross Country
  Football
  Golf
  Soccer
  Softball
  Swim and Dive
  Tennis
  Track and Field
  Volleyball
  Wrestling

  Extracurricular Activities & Clubs:

  Academic Decathlon
  Art
  Chess
  Chinese Language
  Dance
  Environmental
  Film
  Future Business Leaders of America
  International
  Literary Magazine
  Mock Trial
  National Honor Society
  Photography
  Physics
  Science
  Spanish NHS
  Student Government

Partial List of College and University Acceptances:

• Arizona State University, Brookline College, Brown Mackie College, Carrington College, Collins College, Fortis College, Grand Canyon University, Ottawa University, Tuscon College, Western International University, University of Arizona, Northern Arizona University

Closest International and Local Airports:

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport（PHX）