Principal: 

Earl Smith

Dear Students and Parents,

It is with great pleasure that I say welcome back to school! I trust your time away, whether counted in days or weeks, has been enjoyable, renewing, and adventurous.

Students, you have wonderful opportunities ahead to make a difference in your life and the lives of your peers. Achieving your goals will take commitment and a willingness to do the work. To help you along the way, we have a dedicated staff ready to assist you. Our staff, your hard work, along with informed parents and a community that is involved and values education, will help to put you well on your way to fulfilling your educational goals.

Parents, together we can make this the best school year yet, by making sure your students are in the classroom, focused on learning and celebrating success along the way. When our students succeed, we all succeed. I hope to see you participating with our school activities in identifying barriers that will assist in growing HDPA. I wish everyone a year filled with academic success, and many memorable experiences, while taking in all Apple Valley Unified School District has to offer.

Proud to be an Owl! 

Assistant Principal: 

Sarah Kennedy-Garcia

Hello Students and Family!

I am Sarah Garcia and I am the Assistant Principal at HDPA! Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year.  This is my 16th year in education - I have worked as an ELA teacher, Counselor, and Administrator. I am a proud wife and mother, I love to travel, try new foods, and read when I get the chance! I have a passion for education and believe in building solid relationships that will, in turn, build a strong academic and healthy social emotional environment for all of our students.

We are excited to see everyone and to see what new opportunities this year will bring!! I can not wait to see all of you in person and meet all our new Owl Families!  Please don’t be shy and stay connected by reaching out if you have any questions, comments or just want to chat. 

Proud to be an Owl!