Cahuilla Desert Academy Middle School

11/01/2026

11/01/2026

🎃👻 SPIRIT WEEK FUN AT CDA! 🦅❤️💙

Our Hawks showed off their school spirit with some amazing costumes for Halloween Day and cozy looks for Pajama Day! From spooky to silly, creative to comfy, our students brought the fun and made Spirit Week a memorable one! 🎃🧸✨

Thank you to our students and staff for participating!

10/24/2026

🏐🏆 CHAMPIONS! CDA VOLLEYBALL TAKES FIRST PLACE! 🏆🏐

We are excited to share that Cahuilla Desert Academy Volleyball took FIRST PLACE at the annual EXLP Volleyball Tournament! ❤️💙🦅

Congratulations to our amazing Hawks and coaches on this incredible accomplishment! Your teamwork, determination, and hard work paid off, and we couldn't be prouder of you!

Way to represent CDA and bring home the championship! Hawk Pride is shining bright! 🦅🏆

10/24/2026

🎓✨ Dream Big, Hawks! The Future Starts Here! ✨🎓

Mrs. Quintana and her students have been busy creating an exciting College and Career Wall at Cahuilla Desert Academy! 🦅❤️💙 Students are designing and displaying flags representing a variety of universities, colleges, and trade schools, showcasing the many paths available to them after high school.

This creative project encourages our Hawks to explore their options, discover new opportunities, and begin envisioning their futures. Whether their goals include attending a university, pursuing a college degree, or learning a skilled trade, we want our students to know that there are many pathways to success! 🌟

A big thank-you to Mrs. Quintana and her students for helping build a college-going culture at CDA and reminding our Hawks to dream big and plan for their future! ❤️💙

The future is bright, Hawks! Where will your journey take you? 🎓🦅

10/24/2026

❤️💗❤️ CDA SPIRIT WEEKS: CELEBRATING CULTURE, COMMUNITY & AWARENESS! ❤️💗❤️

Our Cahuilla Desert Academy Hawks showed their school spirit during Spirit Week as we recognized Breast Cancer Awareness Month and National Hispanic Heritage Month! 🦅❤️💙

From wearing pink to raise awareness for breast cancer to celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic community, our students and staff came together to show their pride, support, and appreciation for what makes our community special. 🌎💗

Thank you to our CDA Hawks for participating, embracing our school spirit, and helping us celebrate awareness, culture, and unity! Together, we make a difference! ❤️💙

10/24/2026

📚✨ Learning Through Literature at CDA! ✨📚

Ms. Simmons’s ELA classes created one-pagers based on Flowers for Algernon! 🌼🧠 Students showcased their understanding of the novel by combining key themes, important details, symbolism, and creative visuals into one engaging presentation.

We love seeing our Hawks think critically, make connections, and express their learning creatively! ❤️💙

10/24/2026

10/16/2026

✏️ Who Am I? Acrostic Poetry at CDA! 📝

Mr. Diaz’s classes got creative with acrostic poetry! Students used the letters of their first names to write poems that describe who they are, showcasing their personalities, creativity, and unique qualities. 🌟

What a fun way to express themselves through writing and celebrate what makes each student special! ❤️💙