Tuition

2026-27 School year

Registration Fee

There is an annual Registration Fee of $350.00/child

Tuition is paid in 10 installments and due by the 10th of the month to avoid late charges of

$15.00. The first installment is due by August 10 of each year. If you have a special financial need or

circumstance, please let us know and we will endeavor to work with you.

Monthly rate per month for the 10-month school year.

10 Month Tuition Cost	1st Child	2nd Child	3rd Child
Constituent member rate*	$610.00	$1,180.00*	$1,750.00
Non-constituent rate	$710.00	$1,380.00**	$2,050.00

*A Constituent member is a person who has membership in one of the six constituent

Seventh-day Adventist churches that help to support the school.

**After School Care hourly rate is $10.00 per hour for first child and $5.00 per hour sibling

***Various scholarships may be available. Check with the school office at 760-779-1799.

Tuition is due on the first of every month from August to May of the following year.

*All students benefit from the fact that tuition is subsidized by the constituent churches of the Coachella Valley including: Desert Hot Springs Church, Indio Spanish Church, Palm Desert Church, Palm Springs Chruch, and Palm Springs PhilAm Church.

K-8th Grade School

Student Enrollment Form

Please complete this form with all information to be considered for enrollment at Desert Adventist Academy. Thank you!

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Student Enrollment Form 2025-26

First Student's Name*

First Middle Last

Second Student's Name

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First Middle Last

Third Student's Name

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First Middle Last

SDA Church Membership*

Please indicate whether the enrolling family is a member of a Seventh-day Adventist church.

Yes

SDA Church Membership Location

Affiliated Church Membership Location

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Father's Name

Name of Enrolling Father

First Middle Last

Employer

Occupation

Employer Phone Number

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Father's Phone Number

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Mother's Name

Name of Enrolling Mother

First Middle Last

Employer

Occupation

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Mother's Phone Number

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Guardian's Name

Name of Enrolling Guardian

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Guardian's Phone Number

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Email Address*

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Email Address

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Home Address*

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Emergency Contact*

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Family Physician*

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Outstanding Finances*

Is there an outstanding balance for Tuition or other charges from your child’s previous school?

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Previous School

It is DAA’s policy that no child will be admitted whose account from a former school has not been paid in full. Any request for exception to this policy will be considered on an individual basis.

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Terms and Conditions*

Desert Adventist Academy – Terms and Conditions of Enrollment (K–8)

1. Statement of Faith and Mission

Desert Adventist Academy (DAA) is a Christian school operated in harmony with the beliefs and practices of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Enrollment at DAA implies support for the school’s mission to provide a Christ-centered education that fosters spiritual growth, academic excellence, and character development.

2. Admission Policy

* Enrollment is open to students who, with their parents or guardians, are willing to uphold the school’s Christian values, policies, and standards.
* Admission is subject to review of prior academic records, behavioral history, and an interview with the principal or admissions committee.
* The school reserves the right to deny admission or re-enrollment to any student whose conduct, attitude, or influence is deemed inconsistent with the school’s mission and values.

3. Financial Responsibility

* Parents/guardians are responsible for all tuition and fees as outlined in the current Tuition Schedule.
* Tuition is due on the 1st of each month and according to the payment plan selected at registration.
* Late payments may incur fees, and students with unpaid balances may be withheld from classes, activities, or re-enrollment until accounts are settled.
* All financial obligations must be met before transcripts, report cards, or records are released.

4. Attendance and Conduct

* Students are expected to attend school regularly and arrive on time.
* Consistent attendance and participation are essential to academic success and spiritual growth.
* Students are to exhibit respect, honesty, and kindness in words and actions toward others.
* Bullying, disrespect, profanity, or other forms of misconduct will not be tolerated and may result in disciplinary action or dismissal.

5. Dress Code

Students are required to adhere to the school’s dress code as outlined in the Student Handbook. Modesty, neatness, and appropriateness are expected at all times.

6. Academic Expectations

* Students are expected to maintain consistent effort and a positive attitude toward learning.
* Parents are encouraged to support their child’s academic progress by maintaining communication with teachers and assisting with homework and study habits.
* Academic dishonesty, including plagiarism and cheating, is prohibited.

7. Participation in Religious Activities

As a Christian school, DAA includes worship, Bible instruction, and other religious activities as part of the regular curriculum.
All students are expected to participate respectfully in these activities regardless of personal faith background.

8. Health and Safety

* Parents must provide accurate and up-to-date health information for their child.
* Students who become ill during school hours may be required to go home.
* The school reserves the right to seek emergency medical care when necessary.
* All immunization and medical documentation must be submitted before enrollment is finalized.

9. Technology and Media Policy

*Students should have no expectation of privacy while using any electronic devices. Their is no implied right to privacy on school electronic devices.
*Students must use school technology and internet access responsibly and only for authorized educational purposes.
*School personnel may search any and all devices at any time.
*Inappropriate use, including accessing or posting harmful or non-educational content, will result in disciplinary action.
*Personal devices must be powered off and put away during school hours.
* Parents/Guardians are allowing authorization to DAA to photograph and/or videotape the student. Parents/Guardians acknowledge that those images can be used in promotion of the school via the website and the the school’s social media account.

10. Withdrawal and Dismissal

* The school reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student whose behavior or academic performance is persistently unsatisfactory or who fails to adhere to school policies.
* Parents/Guardians must provide written notice if they choose to withdraw their child from the school.
* Parents/Guardians must pay the tuition balance in full prior to unenrolling from the school. Failure to do so will see a continuation of
tuition being charged until the balance is paid in full.

11. Agreement to Terms

By signing the enrollment agreement, parents/guardians acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to abide by all terms, policies, and expectations outlined by Desert Adventist Academy. Further information and regulations are published in the Student Handbook.

I agree to the terms and conditions.

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