About Desert Vista CS
Founded in 2023, we're a community of tech enthusiasts empowering students through collaboration, competition, and opportunity.
Our Mission & Values
At Desert Vista CS, we're dedicated to learning computer science principles and how to apply them to create real impact. We believe that technology education should be accessible, engaging, and relevant to real-world challenges.
Dedicated Learning
We welcome students willing to learn and trying to excel, providing resources and mentorship to help everyone succeed.
Practical Application
We focus on hands-on projects that solve real problems, helping students build portfolios while developing valuable skills.
Peer Collaboration
We encourage teamwork and knowledge sharing, creating a community where students learn from and inspire each other.
Industry Connection
We bridge the gap between education and industry through guest speakers, field trips, and internship opportunities.
Weekly Workshops
Structured learning sessions covering diverse programming topics and technologies.
Project Teams
Collaborative groups working on semester-long projects with real-world applications.
Competitions
Regular participation in regional and national coding competitions and hackathons.
Mentorship Program
Pairing experienced programmers with beginners for personalized guidance.
College Preparation
Resources and advice for pursuing computer science in higher education.
Industry Connections
Guest speakers, field trips, and internship opportunities with local tech companies.
Our History & Impact
From a small group of enthusiastic coders to one of the most active clubs on campus, our journey has been defined by growth, learning, and making a difference.
2023, Fall: Club Founding
Desert Vista CS began with just 12 students and one faculty advisor, with a redefined mission on what we wanted to achive. Our first plan was integrating into Future Business Leaders of America to provide members with greater opportunities.
2024, Spring: Competitive Success
Our FBLA chapter was established, and our first 6 members competed in the regional and state FBLA conferences. All 6 won countless awards at regionals, and everyone qualified for nationals in Orlando.
2024, Fall: Club Expansion
Our club expanded and made FBLA a more prominent feature. Chapter membership increased over 500% from 6 members to over 30. We expanded our curriculum to include basic development content and began preparing for FBLA in the spring.
2025, Spring: Where We Are Today
Now with over 30 active members, Desert Vista CS has become a technology hub at our school. We're proud to have a nationally competing team and look to continue helping students create their career.
Meet Our Team
Our leadership team and faculty advisors are passionate about computer science, and dedicated to student success.
Connor
Club President
Senior at Desert Vista, interested in compilers, interpreters, and operating systems.
Aidan
Vice President
Senior at Desert Vista, interested in cyber security. 2x National qualifier.
Daniel
Secretary
Senior at Desert Vista, with extensive experience in information technology.
Noah
Treasurer
Sophmore at Desert Vista, excelling in leadership, interested in physics, and a State champion!
Owen
Historian
Senior at Desert Vista, interested in finance and quantum friction.
Heiser
Advisor
Mathematics (and sometimes CS) teacher with a background at Purdue.
What We Do
From learning cutting-edge technologies to building innovative projects, we provide a comprehensive computer science experience.
Technologies We Explore
We believe in providing exposure to a wide range of technologies and programming languages, allowing students to discover their interests and build versatile skill sets.
Web Development
Programming Languages
Data & AI
Mobile & Cloud
Our Project Portfolio
Browse through the diverse range of projects developed by our members over the years.
New England: The History
A mobile app that helps users learn about the history of New England, in preparation for the AP US History exam.
Perspicacious Bakery
A game that simulates running a bakery, teaching users about business management and customer service.
The Moral Mercenary
A quest like game where the user must make moral decisions to progress. Teaches users about ethics and morality.
Eggcelent Eatery
An excellent reason not to make websites in pure HTML. A restaurant website that allows users to order food online.
Railroad Tycoon
A game about building and managing a railroad empire. Teaches users about logistics and resource management.
Jumpscare
A game about solving a murder mystery. You think you know who did it, but you can't do anything (The game isn't broken, but it is).
What Our Members Say
Hear from current members and alumni about their experiences with Desert Vista CS.
"dvcs is lowkey cooking, like ts is so good i got to go to fbla state and make a cool project."
Tao L.
Club Member, future National Qualifier
"Desert Vista Computer Science has been instrumental in developing my problem-solving skills. Through FBLA, I have also improved in presenting ideas effectively while collaborating with others."
Noah Y.
Treasurer
"Not participating in FBLA competitions is quite literally a waste. Combine it with computer science projects, lectures, etc, and you have this club. Cool, but don't trust me."
Connor
President
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about joining and participating in Desert Vista CS.