As we move closer to the final nine weeks of the school year, consistency matters more than ever. This week, DeSoto Parish Schools maintained a 95% district attendance rate, meeting our goal and keeping students on track as we approach the final stretch of the school year.
We would also like to congratulate our February Attendance Challenge winners:
🏆 DeSoto Strong Cup Winner
North DeSoto Lower Elementary — 98% average attendance
🏆 You Matter Cup Winner
Mansfield High School
Showing up each day builds the routines and momentum students need to finish strong. We appreciate the continued commitment from our families and staff to make attendance a priority across all campuses. #AttendanceMatters
#EveryDayCounts
This league is a wonderful opportunity for our students (ages 4 and up) who may need extra support or accommodations to enjoy the game of baseball. Whether it’s physical, intellectual, or social challenges, the Acceptance League is built on the belief of Inclusion in Every Inning. 🧢✨
You can find the sign up link here: https://app.teampass.com/product/227497a=1&sid=8666_5A09B6DF951C5C2A210E573B042D7D82
Please reach out to FUNdamental Pediatric Therapy for further questions.
At last night's board meeting, we proudly recognized our March Employees of the Month:
👏 Support Staff of the Month –Meshell Harrison, MMS
👏 Teacher of the Month – Kennie Barkley, NDUE
👏 New Teacher of the Month – Catherine Groven, NDMS
👏 Leader of the Month – Felicha Morales , SHS
A special thank you to our community partners Aneca Federal Credit Union, Alera Group, MarketPlace Chevrolet Stonewall, and RBW Consulting for sponsoring and supporting this initiative. Your partnership helps us celebrate the incredible people making a difference in our schools every day.
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We’re excited to keep the celebration going for National Read Across America Week at Logansport Elementary! Our students are having a fantastic time diving into great books, exploring new stories, and growing their love of reading all week long. #TheDeSotoDifference
At the NDHS 2026 Academic Expo, students took the lead—spotlighting academic pathways, programs, and opportunities that help learners explore their interests and plan for what’s next. From advanced coursework to career-focused options, our Griffins are proving what it looks like to learn with purpose and aim high. #TheDeSotoDifference
North DeSoto Upper & Lower Elementary is celebrating National Read Across America Week! Our students are diving into magical stories, building big imaginations, and discovering that reading can take them anywhere.
As Dr. Seuss once reminded us, “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go!” #TheDeSotoDifference
It’s National Read Across America Week at Mansfield Elementary School, and our students are celebrating the magic of reading in true Dr. Seuss style! Our classrooms are filled with laughter, imagination, and fun stories!
Thank you to our amazing teachers and volunteers for making this week truly magical for our students. Let’s turn pages, spark dreams, and make this week SEUSS-tacular!
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Happy School Social Work Week! This week we celebrate the compassion, advocacy, and dedication of school social workers who support students’ mental health, empower families, and help create safe, inclusive spaces where every child can thrive. Thank you for the important work that you do for our schools. #TheDeSotoDifference
📚 Happy Read Across America Day, DeSoto Parish!
On Monday, March 2, we’re celebrating the joy of reading with a little Dr. Seuss-style fun—because when you open a book, you open a world! 🌎✨
Today, we had the chance to visit several of our elementary schools and see literacy in action—smiles, stories, and lots of page-turning excitement! And the fun didn’t stop there… even the Shreveport Mudbugs Hockey team joined in by reading to our students!
Whether you read it in a chair, on the stairs, here or there, ANYWHERE—we hope every student finds a story that sparks imagination and a love for learning. 🌟
Stay tuned for more Read Across America Week highlights all week long!
#ReadAcrossAmerica #TheDeSotoDifference #ReadersAreLeaders
From classroom learning experiences and student-led presentations to performances, displays, and community-centered activities—our schools created spaces for reflection, appreciation, and learning.❤️🖤💚 💛
#TheDeSotoDifference #BlackHistoryMonth
DeSoto Parish Schools finished the week strong with a 95% district attendance rate, meeting our goal and keeping students engaged in learning.
We’re proud of the consistent effort across our campuses as families continue to prioritize daily attendance. When students show up, they stay connected, build momentum, and position themselves for success.
Thank you for partnering with us—because every day matters, and every student counts.
#AttendanceMatters #TheDeSotoDifference #EveryDayCounts
This learning experience is all about strengthening leadership, culture, and student ownership—so our team can bring back fresh ideas that help every student grow as a leader and learner. That’s High Performance in action! #WinnTogether # LeaderInMe
Public schools are the heart of our communities—and here in DeSoto Parish, we see that impact every day. 💙💛💚❤️
Join us in celebrating Public Schools Week 2026 (Feb. 23–27) as we recognize the amazing work happening across DeSoto Parish Schools and the students, educators, staff, families, and community partners who make it all possible. #PSW26 #PublicSchoolProud #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
This spring is a great opportunity for our students to stay active, be part of a team, and build important skills like teamwork, discipline, and leadership.
Don’t miss out on a fun season of learning and growth through sports!
📅 Spring registration deadline: March 1
#DeSotoAthletics #YouthSports #StayActive
DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to partner with DeSoto Parish Rotary to promote Camp RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)—a powerful leadership retreat experience for incoming 10th–12th graders for the 2026–2027 school year, and it’s 100% free for those selected students through Rotary sponsorship.
Please see your high school counselor for details and access the online application at students.leadernu.com ( Make sure to select District 6190-North Louisiana) when accessing the camp application.
#TheDeSotoDifference #StudentLeadership #RYLA #Rotary
Winter break is almost over! We are excited to see all our students back in the halls and ready to learn!
All schools and district offices will be back open Monday, February 23. Please contact your school if you need to schedule a virtual conference.
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🍎 Online Pre-K registration will open February 23rd. You can visit desotoreadystart.com and click on the "Registration" link to access the portal. The deadline for registration is May 31, 2026.
DeSoto Ready Start is having Early Childhood Roundup (PreK Registration) in person on April 23, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the DeSoto Administration Building (399 Jenkins St., Mansfield).
Students must be 4 years old by September 30, 2026 to register for PreK-4.
You will need the following documents to upload when you register:
- Child's birth certificate, social security card, and immunization record
- Parent/Guardian's current drivers license, electric bill, 2nd household bill, and last 2 check stubs for all adults in the household (if no Medicaid/SNAP)
For more information you may contact tina.anderson@desotopsb.com or call the district office (318) 872-1198.
This CTE month, we would like to honor North DeSoto's Marti Ossman who transforms skills into opportunities and learning into lasting impact!
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This CTE month, we would like to recognize Robert Madison at North DeSoto High School, who inspires, empowers, and prepares students for real-world success everyday!
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