• Mission Statement 
    Deer Valley Unified School District's Early Childhood Classrooms are based on the belief that all children are capable of success. In partnerships with families, educators, and the community, we provide quality developmentally appropriate learning opportunities designed to meet each child's individual needs. 
     
    Philosophy 
    Deer Valley Unified School District's Early Childhood Classrooms provide an environment that respects the unique developmental needs of each child. Deer Valley provides a play-based environment, which promotes language, intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and creative development of each child. We encourage children to express their individuality by offering developmentally appropriate experience which:


    Encourage self-esteem and self-reliance.
    Develop an interest and joy in learning.
    Enhance communication skills.
    Support concept development.
    Develop fine and gross motor skills.
    Encourage appropriate interactions with children and adults.
    Teach problem-solving and decision-making skills.
    Encourage the child to have concern for others.
    Respect the cultural and individual backgrounds of the home and family.Families and staff are partners in observing growth and providing guidance for the success of each child.