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Welcome to Desert Star Community School 

A  Public, Tuition-Free Charter School

Guided by the Core Principles of Public Waldorf Education

The Desert Star Community School team is excited to announce that we have been awarded the school letter grade "A".

Thank you to the entire Desert Star Community School team for all of the efforts put forth to nurture every student.


We strive to support our students engaging head, heart, and hands.  The teachers work to engage each student through a rigorous curriculum and methodology that integrates academics, arts, and practical skills.


The Arizona State Board of Education has released the 2022-23 A-F School Letter Grades for all public schools statewide.  This accountability system measures year to year student academic growth, proficiency in English language arts, math and science.

How to Enroll

  • Explore the curriculum information on our website.

  • Read through the Parent/Student Handbook (2023-2024 Handbook-coming soon)

  • Come visit, take a tour of our facilities, and meet the teachers.


  1. For school year 2023-2024 download the paper documents or come to the office to pick up a packet.

  2. Submit the completed packet at the front desk or email to chance@dstarcs.org

  3. Please call the front desk at 928-282-0171 if you need support in filling out the forms.

  4. Administration will contact parents or guardians as soon as the enrollment forms are complete. Please feel free to call at anytime for questions or support.

  5. Enrollment documents are timed stamped- first come, first serve. Enrollment documents are timed stamped- first come, first serve.

Desert Star offers an Education that:

Engages – the whole child

Integrates – art, music and movement into a classical academic education

Nurtures – an enthusiasm for learning

Respects – each child

Motivates – a child’s connection with nature

Provides – active and creative learning

Fosters – healthy social development and community building