DESI affirmations recited daily by every student through principals video morning announcements:

I am smart. I am important. I am respectful. I am hard working. I am good looking. I am the best part of the future.

Dearington Elementary School for Innovation (DESI) integrates a strong standards-based education with a real-world experiential environment, creating a society-based learning community. We strive to develop academic excellence and strong connections between students, families, the school community, and our business partnerships.