Thank You, Community Partners and Families!
We want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has placed our Bully Prevention and Red Ribbon yard signs in their yards. Your support makes a huge difference in spreading awareness and fostering a safe environment for our children.
If you or someone you know would like to receive a sign, please reach out to Worlita Jackson at 318-270-6425. Together, we can make a positive impact!
Thank you for standing with us in this important initiative! 💖
#BullyPrevention #RedRibbon #CommunitySupport #ThankYou
#DeSotoStrong!
Your Voice Matters! 📣
Parents, we want to hear your thoughts on the school climate at DeSoto Parish Schools. Your feedback helps us build a stronger, more supportive environment for our students.
Check out the graphic for details and the QR code to participate. Thank you for partnering with us to make a difference!
As we enter November and approach the end of 2024, let’s remember that #EveryDayCounts! Every day in class brings us one step closer to achieving our attendance and academic goals. Keep up the momentum, DeSoto! #AttendanceMatters
No Trick here but certainly a Treat! Seeing and experiencing students engaged in Project Based Learning to solve Real World problems is highly engaging and aligns to our core value of High Performance. As the learning progresses, application of real time data, research, critical thinking and teamwork come together to produce better outcomes for all.
NDHS students, teacher leaders, administrators, parents, and other stakeholders are working together to improve traffic flow during drop off/pick up time on the North DeSoto campus. Coming soon! #BetterTogether! #HighPerformance!
🎉 Congratulations to Ms. Anna Jackson of North DeSoto High School for being named the DeSoto Parish Schools New Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Ms. Jackson’s exceptional dedication and passion for her students shine through daily as she brings energy, innovation, and commitment to her classroom. Her positive impact truly embodies #TheDeSotoDifference, and we are proud to have her as part of our DeSoto Parish Schools family.
Thank you, Ms. Jackson, for inspiring our students and community! 🌟
🎉 A huge congratulations to Ms. Michel'le Feaster of North DeSoto Upper Elementary for being named the DeSoto Parish Schools Elementary School Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Ms. Feaster’s care and love for her students create a nurturing and inspiring classroom environment every day. Her commitment to excellence and her students' growth truly exemplify #TheDeSotoDifference.
Thank you, Ms. Feaster, for making such a positive impact on our students and community! 🌟
🎉 Congratulations to Ms. Bailey Coburn of Logansport High School on being named the DeSoto Parish Schools High School Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Ms. Coburn’s dedication and passion for her students shine brightly, creating a positive and inspiring learning environment. Her commitment to excellence and the success of her students truly exemplify #TheDeSotoDifference.
Thank you, Ms. Coburn, for making a lasting impact in our schools and community! 🌟
🎉 Huge congratulations to Mrs. Amy Petriello of Stanley High School for being named the DeSoto Parish Schools Middle School Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Mrs. Petriello’s dedication, creativity, and commitment to her students set her apart, making a lasting impact each day. Her passion for teaching and her students’ success truly exemplify #TheDeSotoDifference.
Thank you, Mrs. Petriello, for your hard work and inspiring presence in our schools! 🌟
The DeSoto Ready Start bus will be at the old Media Center on Oxford Rd Monday, November 4 from 9:15am till 11:00am. Come visit and check out materials to use with your little one!
School and District Leaders continue to meet to review and share data aligning with our District Core Values. #HighPerformance #BetterTogether
💛❤️Celebrating National Principals Month! 💙💚
In honor of #NationalPrincipalsMonth, we celebrate Mr. Kolniak’s dedication to creating transformative learning experiences for all students at Grace House.
Mr. Kevin Gardner, Supervisor of Student Services, shares,
Mr. Kolniak is an innovative highly reflective leader who is committed to advancing the lives of learners. His constant pursuit of excellence has led to the creation and implementation of a process where educators ensure the academic needs of all students are met. Mr. Kolniak advocates for the best interest and needs of all students with the intentions of inspiring a transformative learning experience for learners. Thank you so much Mr. Kolniak for all that you do! Grace House Strong!!! #TheDeSotoDifference
Mark Pierce, Public Information Officer, from the DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office led an insightful discussion on Cyberbullying during today’s Lunch & Learn, hosted by our Student Services Department.
Mr. Pierce’s expertise and dedication to student safety provided invaluable perspectives on protecting our students from the harmful effects of online bullying. Through real-life examples, preventive strategies, and an open Q&A, he empowered us to better support our students in navigating today’s digital world with confidence and resilience.
Thank you for making a #TheDeSotoDifference and reinforcing our commitment to a safe, supportive learning environment! 👏
Celebrating Our Students of the Year!
DeSoto Parish Schools is proud to announce our 2024-2025 School-Level Students of the Year for elementary, middle, and high school! These outstanding students exemplify academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to making a positive impact in our community. 🌟
Please join us in congratulating these inspiring students for their hard work, achievements, and commitment to making DeSoto Parish Schools a wonderful place to learn and grow! 👏
#TheDeSotoDifference #StudentOfTheYear
🎓🌟 DeSoto Parish Schools' College and Career Fair! 🌟🎓
Today, our students took a big step towards their future at the DeSoto Parish Schools College and Career Fair! Throughout the morning, students had the opportunity to connect with representatives from a wide range of colleges and universities, exploring options for higher education and learning more about programs that match their goals.
In addition to college options, students were able to speak with industry professionals across various fields, gaining insights into career paths and the skills needed to succeed. From healthcare to technology, business, and more, today was all about making future dreams feel possible and tangible.
We are grateful to all the college and career representatives who joined us to inspire, guide, and support them! Thank you for joining us in making #TheDeSotoDifference #BetterTogether
We are inviting our parents and community partners to join us for our Lunch and Learn on Tuesday, October 29th at noon.
Celebrating National Principals Month! 💚🖤
Not only is Ms. Anesha Ross is deeply invested in the success of students, but she also prioritizes the growth and professional development of the staff.
“Ms. Ross’ belief in empowering teachers to continually learn and improve has created a culture of academic excellence and a model of integrity as students benefit from consistency and perseverance. In addition to her passion for professional development, she is always ready with a contingency plan or strategic next steps to ensure her students are educated and cared for. Her forward thinking is recognized through her honorary title of 2024-2025 DeSoto Principal of the Year. Go Wolverines!” #TheDeSotoDifference #NationalPrincipalsMonth
DeSoto Parish Schools has implemented a wide variety of systems to ensure that our schools and facilities are safe, secure and supportive environments for all of our students, staff and community members. Our district and school teams are trained to respond to any incident that may arise, and we are dedicated to providing timely, targeted, direct and meaningful communication in the case of an emergency.
Download the new resource on what to expect from the district in a crisis and how you can help:
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1637/DeSoto_Parish_Schools/4954695/DeSoto_Parish_-_Communicating_in_a_Crisis_.pdf
The second issue of DeSoto Schools Digest has arrived! Our new monthly email newsletter is a way to connect our classrooms to our community. This issue dives into different resources for school safety, highlights our teachers of the year, celebrates National Principals Month, and more!
Check it out online: https://desotoparishschoolsla.edurooms.com/engage/desoto-parish-schools/newsletters/desoto-schools-digest-vol-1-issue-2
It is a new week! Let's make #EveryDayCount. #AttendanceMatters
🏫🚓 In Part V of our National Safe Schools Week series, we thought we would have a little fun and share a few shoutouts to staff. There are some great highlights about some of the amazing people who work so hard to make our schools safe places to learn. We are calling these “leftover thoughts” and have a few fun moments from filming these videos that we thought you should see too! #SafeSchools #DeSotoStrong #NationalSafeSchoolsWeek
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYrwKSnlI2s