12th Grade House Office

Justice Office

Room 1100 | (702) 799-6881 ext. 4212

Justice is a D.O. core value that creates an equitable, accountable, and empowering environment where every student receives the resources and respect needed to succeed. It creates a culture of critical thinking and civic responsibility that ensures all members of the school community are treated with fairness.

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12th Grade House Administrator

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Ms. Kathy Poelma is proud to serve as an Assistant Principal at Desert Oasis High School, a role she has held for the past three years. A Las Vegas native and CCSD graduate, she brings 15 years of versatile educational experience to her leadership. She holds a BA in Psychology and an MA in Curriculum and Instruction from UNLV, as well as an MA in Educational Administration from Grand Canyon University. After building her instructional expertise as a dedicated teacher at Tarkanian Middle School, she joined Desert Oasis, where she remains deeply committed to empowering students for long-term success.

Her top advice for students? "Take ownership of your learning. Try finding the answer first, but remember that asking for guidance is a strength, not a weakness."

Ms. Kathy Poelma
Assistant Principal
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