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Academics

Desert Hot Springs High School is accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). All PSA Career Technical Education (CTE) courses meet the G - Elective requirement for high school graduation and universities. For the 2021-2022 school year, the CTE courses for grades 10th, 11th, and 12th will be dual enrollment courses (earn high school and college credit simultaneously) through College of the Desert.

​Learning occurs through academics, community service, competitions, field trips, guest speakers, hands-on training, mentorships, and internships. Students attend classes as a grade level and are taught teamwork, leadership, physical training, and industry and social skills. In addition, students have the opportunity to earn certifications and awards.

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How to Apply
If you are interested in the Public Safety Academy, please finish viewing this website and read the PSA Course Sequence 21-22 and the PSA Standard Operating Procedures 20-21 (under Resources) to ensure you have a complete understanding of our academy. If you are still interested, complete the PSA Interest Form (click here). Thank you.
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PSA Course Sequence 21-22
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Co-Curricular / Extracurricular Activities

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. It provides educational programs, events, and competitions that support career and technical education in the nation’s classrooms. PSA students compete in Crime Scene Investigation, Criminal Justice, Cyber Security, and First Aid/CPR. For additional information, contact Mr. Huber. SkillsUSA Website 
​​​CyberPatriot is sponsored by the Air Force Association to inspire students toward careers in cybersecurity critical to our nation's future. The National Youth Cyber Defense Competition puts teams of students in the position of IT professionals tasked with managing the network of a small company against virtual scenarios that find cybersecurity vulnerabilities while maintaining critical services. For additional information, contact Mrs. Becerra. CyberPatriot Website
Exploring is a program for young men and women ages 14-20 that provides law enforcement and fire-medical experience and training, while networking with professionals and peers. For additional information about the Desert Hot Springs Police Explorer Program please contact Officer Futch or Mr. Huber. Exploring Website

PSA Team

Caroline Cota, Ed.D., Principal

Kai Lyles, Assistant Principal

Mike Phelan, Work-Based Learning Coordinator
Eric Huber, PSA Co-Coordinator
9th -12th Career Technical Education
​SkillsUSA Advisor

Christine Becerra, PSA Co-Coord.
​9th -11th Science
​CyberPatriot Advisor
Scott Chariton, 10th World His. & 12th Psych.
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​Robert Jensen, 9th Physical Education

Derrick Perez, 10th & 11th English

​Demitrious Sinor, 11th U.S. History
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Palm Springs Unified School District
Desert Hot Springs High School
65850 Pierson Boulevard, California, 92240
(760) 288-7000 - www.psusd.us/dhshs