DeSoto Parish Schools -

We are incredibly grateful for our strong partnership with AmeriCorps and the Foster Grandparent Program! Our schools are fortunate to have such wonderful role models who embody the values of DeSoto Parish Schools, bringing a positive and caring culture to our classrooms each day. Together, we're always striving to make #TheDeSotoDifference. Thank you for making an impact in the lives of our students!

We have closed out our first full week of the 2024-2025 school year! Way to go North DeSoto Middle School for achieving the highest attendance rate this week! Consistent attendance is key to academic success. Remember, #EveryDayCounts!

Master Teachers, Student Learning and Special Services learning together to ensure success for our students for the 2024-2025 school year. #BetterTogether

Thanks Mansfield Elementary for promoting a positive and caring culture not only in the school but also in the community. The "Better Together" theme is more than just a positive message it's a wheels in motion effort to serve and care for each other. That's a WIN-WIN for all! GO WOLVERINES! #BetterTogether!

Join the Mansfield High School family! We're looking for a passionate, dedicated, musically talented individual to lead and inspire the Mansfield High School Wolverine Band Program. Interested applicants or those with questions should contact Anesha Ross at Mansfield High School by phone at 318-872-0793 or by email at anesha.ross@desotopsb.com.

DeSoto Parish Schools is excited to announce the appointment of Ms. Courtney Averett as our new Special Services IEP Compliance Coordinator! Ms. Averett brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role. We are excited to have her join the Special Services team! #TheDeSotoDifference Read the full release by visiting our website: https://www.desotopsb.com/article/1715216

All campuses in DeSoto Parish use a tool called Rooms for strengthening the connection and collaboration between the classroom and home. Get all the resources you need to navigate Rooms on the district website including the new Rooms Central for parents! Visit our Rooms FAQ page to access Room Central: https://www.desotopsb.com/page/rooms-support If you have not connected with Rooms, check your email inboxes for an invitation from Edurooms to sign-up. Brand new students will need a "magic code" to join. If you need assistance reach out to your student's teacher to get connected.

DeSoto Parish Schools Announces Appointment of Two New Student Learning Coordinators. DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to announce the appointment of two exceptional educators to leadership positions within the Department of Student Learning. Ms. Jasmine Taylor has been named the new Student Learning Coordinator for Math, and Mr. Brandon Fontenot has been appointed as the Student Learning Coordinator for Science and Social Studies. We're confident that their expertise and dedication will make a significant impact on student outcomes, helping our students achieve new heights! #TheDeSotoDifference For the full news release visit: https://www.desotopsb.com/article/1708561

The DeSoto Parish Transportation team works hard every day to get our students to and from school safely! As an additional resource, we are extremely excited to have the Edulog system which allows you to track the bus your student rides and gives accurate pick-up and drop-off times. Download the Edulog Parent Portal app in your app store and contact your Bus Operator or the Transportation Department for instructions and codes. https://www.desotopsb.com/page/transportation

Back to School means connecting with old friends and making new ones. Check out Stanley High School as they connect everyone with a"BetterTogether" welcome back assembly! All grades and the faculty connected with a hand made chain and a positive message of worth and value. Thanks SHS for creating a Positive & Caring culture! #BetterTogether! #DeSotoDifference!

Welcome Back, DeSoto Parish Students! The first day of school is finally here, and we couldn’t be more excited to see our classrooms filled with the smiles of our amazing students and teachers reunited once again! 🎒✨ At DeSoto Parish Schools, we are committed to #TheDeSotoDifference every day by creating a positive and caring culture where every student and educator can thrive. This year, let’s embrace our small-town traditions while striving for high performance in all that we do! Here’s to a fantastic year of learning, growth, and unforgettable memories, together as one big DeSoto family! Let’s make it the best one yet! 💪 #DeSotoStrong #BackToSchool #BetterTogether

Get all the information you need in the DeSoto Parish Schools back-to-school newsletter. We are so excited to see all of our students tomorrow! https://desotoparishschoolsla.edurooms.com/engage/desoto-parish-schools/newsletters/welcome-back-to-desoto-parish-schools-8439

Join the Mansfield High School family! We're on the lookout for a dedicated and dynamic Assistant Principal to help lead our school community. Become a Wolverine and experience #TheDeSotoDifference! Visit www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/joinourteam2 for more information and to apply.

Tomorrow is the big day! The first day of school in DeSoto Parish is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome all our amazing students back! We want to see all your back-to-school moments! Share your first day pics with us and don’t forget to tag your school and @DeSotoParishSchools. Let’s celebrate the start of a fantastic school year together!

🎉 A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our incredible sponsors for partnering with us for our Better Together Convocation! Your generous contributions to meals and door prizes have made this event truly special. We are grateful for your support and dedication to our DeSoto Parish Schools community. Together, we are making a difference! 🌟 #BetterTogether #DeSotoParishSchools #CommunitySupport #ThankYou

🎉🎓 What a fantastic start to the school year at our Better Together Convocation! This morning, the DeSoto Parish School System came alive with the energy and enthusiasm of our amazing teachers, staff, student spirit groups, band members, and special student presenters. Together, as one team, we celebrated our mission of high performance, fostering a positive and caring culture, making a difference, and cherishing our small-town traditions. Our core values unite us with a common purpose, and today we felt that unity stronger than ever. Here's to an incredible year ahead, DeSoto Parish! We are truly #BetterTogether! 🌟💪 #BetterTogether #DeSotoStrong

The Desoto Parish Transportation Department is excited to welcome all of our students back for the 2024-2025 school year! We are looking forward to another excellent school year. If you have any questions or concerns for transportation feel free to contact us through the Desoto Parish Home Page at https://www.desotopsb.com/page/transportation or call us at (318) 872-2798. #BackToSchool #DeSotoParishSchools

Join the Mansfield High School family! We're looking for a new team member to join our Science department. Become a Wolverine and experience #TheDeSotoDifference! Visit www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/joinourteam2 for more information and to apply.

Join the Mansfield High School family! We're on the lookout for passionate educators to fill the Band Director and ACT Coach teaching positions. Become a Wolverine and experience #TheDeSotoDifference! Visit www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/joinourteam2 for more information and to apply.

Join the North DeSoto Middle School family! We're looking for a talented math educator to join our team. Become a Griffin and experience #TheDeSotoDifference! Visit www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/joinourteam2 for more information and to apply.