Mansfield, LA — It's that time of year again! DeSoto Parish is preparing to host its third annual Back-to-School Blast Off on July 19, 2025 from 10 AM- 1 PM at the DeSoto Parish Schools Administration Building.
The Back- to- School Blast Off is a valuable event that helps the students and parents of DeSoto Parish prepare for the upcoming school year.
Representatives from all DeSoto Parish Schools will be present, distributing important back-to-school information and resources to ensure a smooth transition into the new school year.
Highlights of this year’s Blast Off include:
Free backpack giveaway (while supplies last)
Free sno-cones for the first 150 children, courtesy of Community Bank
Interactive booths from local organizations and community partners
Family-friendly fun and back-to-school resources for all grade levels
Community Collaboration at Its Best
In addition to DeSoto schools, more than a dozen community partners will be on-site offering resources and services, including:
Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana
Progressive National Bank
FUNdamental Pediatric Therapy
Mansfield Main Branch – DeSoto Parish Library
DeSoto Parish 4-H
Stonewall Branch – DeSoto Parish Library
Families Helping Families Region 7
DeSoto Regional Health System
JCampus/EDgear
The Arc Caddo-Bossier
BONVENU BANK, N.A.
Mansfield State Historic Site
DeSoto Parish Sheriff’s Office
We also would like to thank our sponsors so far, EIS Medclaims, First Choice Therapy, State Representative Larry Bagley, Sweet Kela's, B & B A/C Service, Down Home Meats, Community Bank, Progressive National Bank, FUNdamental Pediatric Therapy, Stake Out Signs, and Bonvenu Bank. Thank you for supporting our event and the #TheDeSotoDIfference!