83-089 Highway 111, Indio, CA 92201

(760) 863-3660

Joshua Alvarez, Principal Jennifer Valentic, Assistant Principal

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News & Announcements

The Jaguar Guide - La Guia Jaguar - 3/22/26
The Jaguar Guide - La Guia Jaguar - 3/22/26
03/23/2026
Read the latest news and info from TJMS in this weeks Jaguar Guide! Thank you!
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Firebirds Night Out - 3/29/26
Firebirds Night Out - 3/29/26
03/18/2026
Join TJMS and cheer on the Firebirds for a special night at Acrisure Arena! Join us on March 29th @ 3:00pm! Go Firebirds!
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Summer School Sign-Ups!
Summer School Sign-Ups!
02/13/2026
Interested in registering for Summer School? Click the flyer below and get the latest information!
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Firebirds Night Out - 2/13/26
02/11/2026
Join us in cheering on the Firebirds! Click here for discounted tickets!
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DSUSD Standard Response Protocols
02/06/2026
At Desert Sands Unified School District, the safety and well-being of our students and staff is always our top priority. Please see the linked video to see how our district prepares for emergencies. Thank you!
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DBT Workshop - English
01/26/2026
Join us on Tue. 1/27 & Wed. 1/28 from 5-7 @ TJMS for a 2-day workshop focused on understanding emotions and building stronger communication with adolescents. Click the link below for more info!.
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The Jaguar Guide - La Guia Jaguar - 1/26/26
01/26/2026
Read the latest news and info from TJMS in this weeks Jaguar Guide! Thank you!
Read More About The Jaguar Guide - La Guia Jaguar - 1/26/26
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Our Vision

Through nurturing academic growth and fostering connections, at Thomas Jefferson Middle School we will empower confident students poised to make a positive impact on society.

Our Mission

We build strong relationships to develop passionate, empathetic, and intellectually curious students dedicated to academic, cultural, and community success.

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Facebook: tjmsJaguarnation

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Cell Phone Policy

In order to maintain a focused and respectful learning environment, DSUSD has implemented the following cell phone guidelines.

  1. Cell phones are required to be silent and stored.
  2. Cell phone use during instructional time is prohibited.
  3. Use of cell phones during instruction time will result in confiscation.
  4. Confiscated cell phones must be picked up by a parent or guardian during office hours.
  5. Repeated violations may result in additional consequences.

For more detailed information, please review the DSUSD cell phone policy found HERE.

Thank you for helping support a distraction-free educational environment!

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