🏈 With all three DeSoto Parish teams playing at home this week, here’s a quick reminder before you head to the game!
Effective September 17, 2026, DeSoto Parish Schools’ clear bag procedure applies to all athletic and extracurricular events. Please plan ahead and bring only approved bags:
✅ One clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12" — a one-gallon clear freezer bag works, too!
✅ A small clutch no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"
✅ Diaper bags and medically necessary bags, which will be checked
🚫 Backpacks, duffel bags, and large or non-clear purses beyond the permitted small clutch are not allowed.
All bags are subject to search. Bags that do not meet the guidelines must be returned to your vehicle before entry.
Thank you for helping keep our events safe and welcoming. Let’s fill the stands, cheer on our students, and enjoy a great week of football! #DeSotoStrong
🌱 Growing minds. Cultivating futures.
For #TeachAgDay, DeSoto Parish Schools celebrates our agriculture teachers who bring learning to life through hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and connections to the world around us.
Thank you for helping students make new discoveries and explore a future in agriculture. You make #TheDeSotoDifference!
For #TeachAgDay, DeSoto Parish Schools celebrates our agriculture teachers who bring learning to life through hands-on experiences, leadership opportunities, and connections to the world around us.
Thank you for helping students make new discoveries and explore a future in agriculture. You make #TheDeSotoDifference!
📚 Your presence matters. Your voice matters. Attendance matters!
DeSoto students and families, every school day brings opportunities to learn, build friendships, and grow. Together, we can build strong attendance habits that help our students succeed!
🎥 Attendance Matters Video Speech Contest
📅 September 14–November 6
Students, use your voice to share why attendance matters and inspire others to make every school day count!
🔗 Visit our Department of Student Services webpage to view contest resources, entry form, and guidelines.
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/department-of-student-services
Families, help your student explore the contest and keep building consistent school-day routines. If attendance challenges arise, reach out to your child’s school for support.
Let’s keep showing up, supporting one another, and growing together!
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #GrowingTogether
DeSoto students and families, every school day brings opportunities to learn, build friendships, and grow. Together, we can build strong attendance habits that help our students succeed!
🎥 Attendance Matters Video Speech Contest
📅 September 14–November 6
Students, use your voice to share why attendance matters and inspire others to make every school day count!
🔗 Visit our Department of Student Services webpage to view contest resources, entry form, and guidelines.
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/department-of-student-services
Families, help your student explore the contest and keep building consistent school-day routines. If attendance challenges arise, reach out to your child’s school for support.
Let’s keep showing up, supporting one another, and growing together!
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #GrowingTogether
🏈 DE SOTO PARISH FOOTBALL IS MAKING NOISE! 🏈
As we head into Week 3, three DeSoto Parish teams are making their mark in the Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) Top 10 — and all three are 2-0! 🔥
#3 North DeSoto Griffins — Class 4A
#10 Mansfield Wolverines — Class 2A
#6 Logansport Tigers — Class 1A
Our teams are showing what hard work, dedication, and determination look like on the field. We’re proud of our student-athletes, coaches, and communities who continue to support them every step of the way.
Let’s keep it rolling into Week 3! #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
As we head into Week 3, three DeSoto Parish teams are making their mark in the Louisiana Sports Writers Association (LSWA) Top 10 — and all three are 2-0! 🔥
#3 North DeSoto Griffins — Class 4A
#10 Mansfield Wolverines — Class 2A
#6 Logansport Tigers — Class 1A
Our teams are showing what hard work, dedication, and determination look like on the field. We’re proud of our student-athletes, coaches, and communities who continue to support them every step of the way.
Let’s keep it rolling into Week 3! #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
On National IT Professionals Day, DeSoto Parish Schools appreciates our IT Department for keeping our schools connected.
From troubleshooting everyday challenges to keeping our systems running smoothly, your expertise, patience, and dedication make a difference across our district. Much of your work happens behind the scenes, but its impact reaches every campus!
Join us in thanking our IT team for all they do to make #TheDeSotoDifference!
From troubleshooting everyday challenges to keeping our systems running smoothly, your expertise, patience, and dedication make a difference across our district. Much of your work happens behind the scenes, but its impact reaches every campus!
Join us in thanking our IT team for all they do to make #TheDeSotoDifference!
🇺🇸 DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to recognize Celebrate Freedom Week!
This week is an opportunity to explore our nation’s history, learn about the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, and reflect on the freedoms and responsibilities we share as citizens.
Together, we can inspire our students to become informed, engaged citizens who use their voices, serve their communities, and make a difference! ❤️🤍💙
#CelebrateFreedomWeek #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
This week is an opportunity to explore our nation’s history, learn about the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, and reflect on the freedoms and responsibilities we share as citizens.
Together, we can inspire our students to become informed, engaged citizens who use their voices, serve their communities, and make a difference! ❤️🤍💙
#CelebrateFreedomWeek #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
📚 Attendance Matters in DeSoto Parish!
We’re celebrating another week of showing up and growing together! During the week of September 8–11, we met our 95% attendance goal!
A special shoutout to Logansport High School, Mansfield Elementary School, and North DeSoto Upper Elementary for meeting or exceeding their campus attendance goals this week!
We’re proud of the continued effort across all our schools as students, families, and staff work together to build strong attendance habits. Every day at school creates another opportunity to learn, connect, and succeed.
Let’s keep the momentum going—because every student matters, and every day counts!
#AttendanceMatters #GrowingTogether #TheDeSotoDifference
We’re celebrating another week of showing up and growing together! During the week of September 8–11, we met our 95% attendance goal!
A special shoutout to Logansport High School, Mansfield Elementary School, and North DeSoto Upper Elementary for meeting or exceeding their campus attendance goals this week!
We’re proud of the continued effort across all our schools as students, families, and staff work together to build strong attendance habits. Every day at school creates another opportunity to learn, connect, and succeed.
Let’s keep the momentum going—because every student matters, and every day counts!
#AttendanceMatters #GrowingTogether #TheDeSotoDifference
DeSoto Difference Makers, families, and friends —
There's nothing quite like a Friday night in DeSoto Parish. The lights, the band, the cheerleaders, and our teams giving it everything they've got, and a community that shows up for them. Keeping those moments safe and welcoming for every student, staff member, and fan in the stands is a responsibility we take seriously.
With that in mind, beginning Friday, September 17, we'll be enhancing security at our athletic and extracurricular events with a clear bag procedure. It's a simple, common-sense step — already in place at many schools, colleges, and stadiums — that helps our staff and law enforcement partners keep entrances moving and everyone safe.
Here's the quick version:
✅ One clear bag, up to 12" x 6" x 12" (a one-gallon freezer bag works great)
✅ A small clutch, up to 4.5" x 6.5"
✅ Diaper bags and medically necessary bags are welcome and will be checked
🚫 Backpacks, duffel bags, large or non-clear purses, and similar bags won't be permitted at the gate
All bags are subject to search, and anything that doesn't meet the guidelines can simply be returned to your vehicle before entry. The graphic below lays it all out so you know what to expect before the next home game.
This reflects who we are — a district committed to excellence and to doing right by the people we serve. I am grateful for a community that stands with us in that commitment, and thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.
I'll see you at the game. Let's go make a difference!
For Students' Sake,
Clay J. Corley
Superintendent
There's nothing quite like a Friday night in DeSoto Parish. The lights, the band, the cheerleaders, and our teams giving it everything they've got, and a community that shows up for them. Keeping those moments safe and welcoming for every student, staff member, and fan in the stands is a responsibility we take seriously.
With that in mind, beginning Friday, September 17, we'll be enhancing security at our athletic and extracurricular events with a clear bag procedure. It's a simple, common-sense step — already in place at many schools, colleges, and stadiums — that helps our staff and law enforcement partners keep entrances moving and everyone safe.
Here's the quick version:
✅ One clear bag, up to 12" x 6" x 12" (a one-gallon freezer bag works great)
✅ A small clutch, up to 4.5" x 6.5"
✅ Diaper bags and medically necessary bags are welcome and will be checked
🚫 Backpacks, duffel bags, large or non-clear purses, and similar bags won't be permitted at the gate
All bags are subject to search, and anything that doesn't meet the guidelines can simply be returned to your vehicle before entry. The graphic below lays it all out so you know what to expect before the next home game.
This reflects who we are — a district committed to excellence and to doing right by the people we serve. I am grateful for a community that stands with us in that commitment, and thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.
I'll see you at the game. Let's go make a difference!
For Students' Sake,
Clay J. Corley
Superintendent
🇺🇸 Patriot Day | September 11
Today, DeSoto Parish Schools remembers the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honors the courage of the first responders and everyday heroes who answered the call to help, and holds in our hearts the families forever changed.
As we reflect on this day with a generation born after these events, we carry forward the lessons of compassion, service, and unity. May we honor those we remember through the care we show our neighbors and our commitment to one another.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
Today, DeSoto Parish Schools remembers the lives lost on September 11, 2001, honors the courage of the first responders and everyday heroes who answered the call to help, and holds in our hearts the families forever changed.
As we reflect on this day with a generation born after these events, we carry forward the lessons of compassion, service, and unity. May we honor those we remember through the care we show our neighbors and our commitment to one another.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.
Tomorrow, on Patriot Day, DeSoto Parish Schools will join our nation in remembering the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001, and honoring the courage of those who answered the call to help.
For our students, this day is history they learn through the stories we share. Together, we can help them understand the compassion, service, and unity that brought Americans together—and how to carry those values forward.
Please read Superintendent Clay Corley’s message below as we prepare to remember, honor, and reflect as a school community.
#TheDeSotoDifference
For our students, this day is history they learn through the stories we share. Together, we can help them understand the compassion, service, and unity that brought Americans together—and how to carry those values forward.
Please read Superintendent Clay Corley’s message below as we prepare to remember, honor, and reflect as a school community.
#TheDeSotoDifference
Keeping our school community informed is an important part of keeping our students safe.
Act 305 of Louisiana’s 2026 Regular Session, effective August 1, 2026, establishes new criminal penalties for certain marijuana offenses on and near school campuses. Please review the accompanying graphic for an overview of the law and its penalties.
For our stakeholders: The law applies on school grounds and within 2,000 feet of school property. Please keep this in mind when visiting our campuses, attending school activities, or spending time in surrounding areas.
DeSoto Parish Schools encourages families to use this information to start conversations with students about substance use, making responsible decisions, and understanding the consequences of their choices.
Thank you for helping us maintain safe, supportive learning environments for every student.
Act 305 of Louisiana’s 2026 Regular Session, effective August 1, 2026, establishes new criminal penalties for certain marijuana offenses on and near school campuses. Please review the accompanying graphic for an overview of the law and its penalties.
For our stakeholders: The law applies on school grounds and within 2,000 feet of school property. Please keep this in mind when visiting our campuses, attending school activities, or spending time in surrounding areas.
DeSoto Parish Schools encourages families to use this information to start conversations with students about substance use, making responsible decisions, and understanding the consequences of their choices.
Thank you for helping us maintain safe, supportive learning environments for every student.
DeSoto Parish Schools has partnered with GovDeals to offer surplus items through an online auction. Stakeholders are invited to browse the available items and submit bids directly through the GovDeals website.
Please review each listing for item descriptions, bidding instructions, closing dates, and other important information before placing your bid.
🔗 View available items and submit a bid:
https://www.govdeals.com/en/search?kWord=DeSoto%20parish%20School%20board
Feel free to share this opportunity with others who may be interested!
Please review each listing for item descriptions, bidding instructions, closing dates, and other important information before placing your bid.
🔗 View available items and submit a bid:
https://www.govdeals.com/en/search?kWord=DeSoto%20parish%20School%20board
Feel free to share this opportunity with others who may be interested!
🏈 Prep. Practice. Perform! 🏈
DeSoto Parish Schools is hosting a free ACT Boot Camp on Saturday, September 12 at the DeSoto Parish School Board Office (399 Jenkins St, Mansfield).
Whether you want to sharpen your math skills, master English, or conquer both, this is your chance to boost your score!
Session Schedule:
📐 Math Session: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📖 English Session: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🥪 Free Lunch provided for students attending both sessions!
(Note: This event is exclusively for DeSoto Parish Schools students.)
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/HJRvSRCEzb3SXPgNA
(Or scan the QR code)
📧 Questions? Contact Brandon Fontenot (brandon.fontenot@desotopsb.com) or Jasmine Taylor (jasmine.taylor@desotopsb.com).
DeSoto Parish Schools is hosting a free ACT Boot Camp on Saturday, September 12 at the DeSoto Parish School Board Office (399 Jenkins St, Mansfield).
Whether you want to sharpen your math skills, master English, or conquer both, this is your chance to boost your score!
Session Schedule:
📐 Math Session: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📖 English Session: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🥪 Free Lunch provided for students attending both sessions!
(Note: This event is exclusively for DeSoto Parish Schools students.)
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/HJRvSRCEzb3SXPgNA
(Or scan the QR code)
📧 Questions? Contact Brandon Fontenot (brandon.fontenot@desotopsb.com) or Jasmine Taylor (jasmine.taylor@desotopsb.com).
We hope all our students, families, and staff had a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
📅 Reminder: Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8, from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.
Students will not report to campus tomorrow but are expected to complete their assigned work at home. We encourage families to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss their child’s progress, celebrate accomplishments, and prepare for the learning ahead.
#GrowinTogether #TheDeSotoDifference
📅 Reminder: Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8, from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.
Students will not report to campus tomorrow but are expected to complete their assigned work at home. We encourage families to take advantage of this opportunity to discuss their child’s progress, celebrate accomplishments, and prepare for the learning ahead.
#GrowinTogether #TheDeSotoDifference
📚 Attendance Matters in DeSoto Parish!
Our district recorded a 94.51% attendance rate for the week of August 31–September 4.
We’re proud of the continued effort across all our schools as students, families, and staff work together to build strong attendance habits and make every school day count!
We’re also excited to kick off this year’s Attendance Challenge by recognizing our first monthly winners:
🏆 North DeSoto Lower Elementary brings home the DeSoto Strong Cup with an August attendance rate of 97.08%!
🏆 North DeSoto Upper Elementary brings home the You Matter Cup with an August attendance rate of 96.91%!
Every day in school is another opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Let’s keep showing up, reaching our goals, and building strong attendance habits together!
Have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! 🇺🇸
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts
Our district recorded a 94.51% attendance rate for the week of August 31–September 4.
We’re proud of the continued effort across all our schools as students, families, and staff work together to build strong attendance habits and make every school day count!
We’re also excited to kick off this year’s Attendance Challenge by recognizing our first monthly winners:
🏆 North DeSoto Lower Elementary brings home the DeSoto Strong Cup with an August attendance rate of 97.08%!
🏆 North DeSoto Upper Elementary brings home the You Matter Cup with an August attendance rate of 96.91%!
Every day in school is another opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Let’s keep showing up, reaching our goals, and building strong attendance habits together!
Have a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable Labor Day weekend! 🇺🇸
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts
Our Central Office staff would like to send a huge thank-you to Great Commission Coffee for providing a delicious beverage selection this morning! Our community partners always go above and beyond to make sure our students and staff are taken care of. That positive and caring culture truly makes #TheDeSotoDifference.
🗓️ Calendar Reminder
All DeSoto Parish Schools and administrative offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, September 8, from 10:00 AM–6:00 PM. Students will not report to school that day and should complete their assigned work from home.
We look forward to connecting with our families and working together to support every student’s continued growth and success!
#GrowingTogether #TheDeSotoDifference
🌟 September Employees of the Month 🌟
DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to recognize our September Employees of the Month! These outstanding team members demonstrate dedication, leadership, and a commitment to serving our students, schools, and community.
👏 Support Staff of the Month
Minnesha Rogers: Logansport High School
🍎 Teacher of the Month
Martha Fontcuberta: Mansfield Elementary School
✨ New Teacher of the Month
Kaitlyn Williams: Stanley High School
🏆 Leader of the Month
Sara Allen: North DeSoto Middle School
Please join us in congratulating these exceptional employees for making a difference each day!
A special thank-you to Market Place Chevrolet, Alera Group, RBW Consulting, ANECA Federal Credit Union, and Great Commission Coffee for supporting this monthly recognition initiative and helping us celebrate the people who make DeSoto Parish Schools stronger.
#TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoServes
DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to recognize our September Employees of the Month! These outstanding team members demonstrate dedication, leadership, and a commitment to serving our students, schools, and community.
👏 Support Staff of the Month
Minnesha Rogers: Logansport High School
🍎 Teacher of the Month
Martha Fontcuberta: Mansfield Elementary School
✨ New Teacher of the Month
Kaitlyn Williams: Stanley High School
🏆 Leader of the Month
Sara Allen: North DeSoto Middle School
Please join us in congratulating these exceptional employees for making a difference each day!
A special thank-you to Market Place Chevrolet, Alera Group, RBW Consulting, ANECA Federal Credit Union, and Great Commission Coffee for supporting this monthly recognition initiative and helping us celebrate the people who make DeSoto Parish Schools stronger.
#TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoServes
Watch Us Grow Wednesday📚
NDUE ILT Accountability Partner Reflection Protocol for Mentors, Master Teachers, and Administrators. Going deeper to make our systems stronger. A great example of #GrowingTogether.
🏈 Prep. Practice. Perform! 🏈
DeSoto Parish Schools is hosting a free ACT Boot Camp on Saturday, September 12 at the DeSoto Parish School Board Office (399 Jenkins St, Mansfield).
Whether you want to sharpen your math skills, master English, or conquer both, this is your chance to boost your score!
Session Schedule:
📐 Math Session: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📖 English Session: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🥪 Free Lunch provided for students attending both sessions!
(Note: This event is exclusively for DeSoto Parish Schools students.)
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/HJRvSRCEzb3SXPgNA
(Or scan the QR code)
📧 Questions? Contact Brandon Fontenot (brandon.fontenot@desotopsb.com) or Jasmine Taylor (jasmine.taylor@desotopsb.com).
DeSoto Parish Schools is hosting a free ACT Boot Camp on Saturday, September 12 at the DeSoto Parish School Board Office (399 Jenkins St, Mansfield).
Whether you want to sharpen your math skills, master English, or conquer both, this is your chance to boost your score!
Session Schedule:
📐 Math Session: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📖 English Session: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🥪 Free Lunch provided for students attending both sessions!
(Note: This event is exclusively for DeSoto Parish Schools students.)
🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/HJRvSRCEzb3SXPgNA
(Or scan the QR code)
📧 Questions? Contact Brandon Fontenot (brandon.fontenot@desotopsb.com) or Jasmine Taylor (jasmine.taylor@desotopsb.com).
