DeSoto Parish Schools recorded a 94.52% district attendance rate for the week of September 28–October 2.
As we conclude the first nine weeks, we thank our students, families, educators, and staff for working together to make consistent attendance a priority. Every day in school provides valuable opportunities for students to learn, connect, and grow.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe and refreshing Fall Break! When we return, let’s begin the second nine weeks with renewed energy, strong attendance habits, and a commitment to making every school day count.
Together, we can reach our 95% attendance goal!
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts
All DeSoto Parish Schools and Administrative Offices will be closed October 5–9. We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy a well-deserved break filled with rest and time with the people who matter most.
Have a safe and wonderful Fall Break! #TheDeSotoDifference
Thank you for your support and cooperation as we have implemented our new clear bag policy. Keeping our fans, players, coaches, and school staff safe remains our top priority.
Before heading to the game, please review our clear bag guidelines and permitted items. We encourage you to arrive early to allow time for security screening and get settled before kickoff.
Thank you for helping us create a safe, welcoming game-day experience for everyone. See you under the lights!
#TheDeSotoDifference #FridayNightLights
From a warm welcome to a helping hand at just the right moment, our support staff make our schools places where students and families feel cared for. Their hard work, kindness, and attention to others' needs help keep our campuses running smoothly and our school communities connected.
👏 Congratulations to this year’s honorees! Thank you for the pride you take in your work and the heart you bring to serving others. #TheDeSotoDifference you make reaches far beyond your daily responsibilities, and we are grateful to have you in our DeSoto family.
DeSoto Parish Schools is excited to celebrate our 2026–2027 Campus New Teachers of the Year!
These rising educators have embraced teaching with enthusiasm, fresh ideas, and a commitment to helping students succeed. As they build their classrooms and grow in their craft, they are also building trust, sparking curiosity, and helping students gain confidence.
👏 To our honorees: Congratulations on this meaningful recognition! Your willingness to learn, collaborate, and bring your best to students each day makes you a valued part of our DeSoto family. We are proud to celebrate your succes and look forward to all you will accomplish! #TheDeSotoDifference
These outstanding educators bring learning to life, build meaningful relationships, and create caring classrooms where students feel valued and challenged to grow. Through their creativity, dedication, and belief in every learner, they help our students discover what they can accomplish—one lesson, one breakthrough, and one encouraging word at a time.
👏 Congratulations to each of our campus honorees! Thank you for serving our students, collaborating with your colleagues, and giving families so many reasons to be proud of our schools. #TheDeSotoDifference
In celebration of HR Professionals Day, DeSoto Parish Schools thanks our Human Resources team for the care, dedication, and expertise they bring to serving our employees. Thank you for caring for the people who make a difference for our students every day!
#HRProfessionalsDay #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoServes
DeSoto Parish Schools recorded a 94.93% district attendance rate for the week of September 21–25.
👏 A special shoutout to Logansport High School and Mansfield Middle School for exceeding their campus attendance goals this week! We appreciate the continued efforts of students, families, and staff across all our schools.
As we head into the final week of the first nine weeks and get closer to Fall Break, let’s stay focused and finish strong! Being at school and arriving on time each day helps students make the most of every remaining opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed.
Let’s keep showing up for one another—because #AttendanceMatters and #EveryDayCounts
Thank you to the Zearn team for joining us for day two of capturing our students’ incredible math growth and showing how Zearn is helping students embrace challenges, build confidence, and discover that every kid can be a math kid. 💛
We can’t wait to share their stories—watch for the full feature in October!
#TheDeSotoDifference #GrowingTogether
Our DeSoto Difference Makers shared how the strategic use of Zearn has helped build a growth mindset and a school culture where every kid can be a math kid.
We can’t wait to share their stories with you. Look out for the full feature in October!
#TheDeSotoDifference #GrowingTogether
📚 Calling all DeSoto students in grades K–12—use your voice to show why attendance matters!
Enter our Attendance Matters Video Speech Contest and inspire others to make every school day count!
📅 Contest Dates: September 14–November 6
🎥 Who Can Enter: All students in grades K–12
🏆 Awards: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place gift card awards in EACH grade band—elementary, middle, and high school!
Every school day brings opportunities to learn, build friendships, and grow. Share your message about why showing up makes a difference!
🔗 Ready to participate? Visit https://www.desotopsb.com/page/department-of-student-services for contest resources, the entry form, and guidelines.
Families, encourage your student to enter and help their message shine. We can’t wait to hear why attendance matters to our students!
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #GrowingTogether #TheDeSotoDifference
📍 Ready Start Bus at Family Dollar in Mansfield
📅 Friday, September 25
⏰ 9–11 a.m.
Have questions about your child’s development, Pre-K registration, or special education services? Our Early Childhood coordinators and Special Services staff will be on-site to help.
Stop by and visit—we’re here to support you and your little learner! 💙
#TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoServes
📣 We’re Hiring! Join the DeSoto Parish Schools Family!
Ready to make a difference in the lives of students? DeSoto Parish Schools is seeking dedicated educators to fill teaching positions at:
Logansport High School
• Middle School Math/Science
Mansfield Elementary School
• Science/Social Studies
Join an “A” Rated District where educators are valued, students are empowered, and you can make #TheDeSotoDifference every day!
💻 Apply today: https://www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/joinourteam2
Our partner, ITeach, is looking for retired educators to serve as Field Supervisors in DeSoto and surrounding parishes.
This is a part-time, flexible opportunity to stay connected to education while mentoring and supporting aspiring teachers.
Interested in learning more? Reach out to ITeach at supervisors@iteach.net. We would love to see our retired educators continue sharing their knowledge and passion for education!!
Our attendance momentum continues to grow! During the week of September 14–18, DeSoto Parish Schools achieved a 95.48% district attendance rate, meeting our weekly goal!
We are proud of the continued effort across all our schools. Thank you to our students for showing up ready to learn and to our families and staff for helping make consistent attendance a priority.
Let’s keep moving forward together—because every student matters and every day counts!
#AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts #GrowingTogether
DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to announce Mr. Russell Tabor, Principal of North DeSoto Lower Elementary, as the 2026–2027 DeSoto Parish Schools Principal of the Year!
Mr. Tabor’s leadership, dedication to student success, and commitment to serving his school community continue to make a lasting impact on students, staff, and families.
We are incredibly proud of the leadership he brings to #TheDeSotoDifference and look forward to cheering him on as he represents DeSoto Parish Schools in the Louisiana Principal of the Year competition!
👏 Join us in congratulating Mr. Tabor on this well-deserved honor!
#PrincipalOfTheYear #BelieveDreamAchieve
🏈 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
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!
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
