Desert Mesa Elementary School

Preschool

Desert Mesa Preschool logo with a 5-star rating and dates 2023-2025.

Desert Mesa is proud of our five-star preschool, which lays a strong foundation for our youngest Bobcats. With strong family and community partnerships, Desert Mesa continues to grow and thrive.

First Things First Preschool

Quality First 5 STAR Program A Scholarship-based preschool program Students must: • Be 4 years old before September 1 of the current school year • Live within the district • Meet income eligibility requirements Schedule: Tuesday–Friday 8:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m. • Breakfast and lunch provided • Transportation not provided

Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Preschool

Serves children eligible under IDEA and Arizona Department of Education regulations Child Find screening, evaluation, and eligibility determination available Coordination with AzEIP and DDD for preschool transitions Schedule: Tuesday–Friday Morning Session: 8:15 a.m.–11:40 a.m. Afternoon Session: 12:40 p.m.–3:45 p.m. • Transportation provided

Contact the Office

For questions or inquiries about the Preschool Program, please contact the District Preschool Administrative Office

District Address: 601 S. 5th Avenue, Yuma, AZ 85364

Preschool Program Contact
Guadalupe Herrera, Preschool Secretary, 928-502-4410

Wendy Maldonado, Preschool Secretary, 928-502-4410

Migrant Program Contact
Maria Gaona, Migrant Coordinator, 928-502-4381