Desert Sunrise High School has earned top honors in the K-12 category at the 2024 Real Estate Development Awards.

The RED Awards recognition celebrates the collaborative efforts of Maricopa Unified School District alongside its valued partners: Orcutt Winslow Architects, Chasse Building Team and Facility Management Group.

Together, they brought the vision of Desert Sunrise High School to life, embodying innovation and excellence in educational facility design and construction, school leaders said.

The RED Awards, renowned as the pinnacle of achievement in Arizona’s commercial real estate industry, highlight projects that redefine standards and elevate communities. Desert Sunrise High School’s win underscores its transformative impact on education and the local landscape.

“This win reflects the dedication and collaboration of a great team,” MUSD Supt. Tracey Lopeman said. “Desert Sunrise High School embodies our commitment to providing an exceptional education using flexible spaces and integrated technology to prepare students for an ever-changing world.”

Designed by Orcutt Winslow Architects and built by Chasse Building Team, Desert Sunrise High School stands as a testament to forward-thinking design and construction practices, Lopeman said.

“Facility Management Group’s expertise ensured the seamless execution of the project, resulting in a facility that inspires learning and growth,” she said. “Desert Sunrise High School’s win underscores MUSD’s dedication to preparing students to be future ready.”

For more information about Desert Sunrise High School and the Maricopa Unified School District, go here: musd20.org/dshs.

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