Dehesa School

Dehesa is a one-school district located in El Cajon, California. Our TK-8 campus has a private school feel. We have small class sizes which allow our teachers to give individual attention to our students. Originally established as a 16x14 one-room schoolhouse in 1876 to a modern 21st century campus, Dehesa School has experienced numerous transformations, innovations and expansions while continuing

to embrace its century old history. We are committed to providing students a safe and nurturing learning environment, high quality instruction, access to technology and relevant learning opportunities that prepare our students to be lifelong learners. Our core values serve as the foundation upon which we execute our mission, which is to integrate science, technology, math, and the arts across all content areas while providing the appropriate platforms and social emotional supports for every child to be a successful learner. We help inspire and engage students in their learning by providing teachers ongoing professional development and technology tools to bolster their instruction for the purpose of advancing student learning to the highest levels. Our dedicated and talented staff bring skill and enthusiasm to their daily instruction. We are fortunate to enjoy the support of a wonderful parent community. We welcome parent volunteers to support our classroom teachers, students and to help organize and implement school-wide events. Dehesa Parents’ Club helps our school thrive through fundraisings and enrichment events. Parent members of the School Site Council help develop, review and evaluate improvement programs for the benefit of the students of Dehesa. Neighboring institutions, businesses and service providers afford us with help whenever needed. Dehesa School District has the privilege of working with parents, staff and children who amaze us with their talents and dedication to student learning.