🏈 It’s Jamboree Time in DeSoto Parish! 🎟
Join us this Friday, August 29th at Mansfield High School for the 2025 DeSoto Parish Football Jamboree!
🎟 Tickets: $10.00 (Available now on GoFan: https://gofan.co/event/4004424?schoolId=LA23476)
📱 A QR code will also be shared with schools for easy access.
✅ DeSoto Parish faculty & staff IDs will be accepted!
📅 Schedule of Games (Kickoff at 7:00 PM):
Mansfield (Home) 🟩 vs. Logansport (Visitor) ⬜
North DeSoto (Visitor) 🔴 vs. Logansport (Home) ⬜
Mansfield (Home) 🟩 vs. North DeSoto (Visitor) 🔴
🚗 Parking: Available in the front lot of Mansfield High and at the old Walmart lot.
🔒 Safety Reminder: All guests will be required to go through our OpenGate Detection System upon entry. Please remain patient, and work with our DeSoto Parish Sheriff's Office to keep this a safe and enjoyable event for everyone.
We cannot wait to see all of our communities come out and enjoy the #FridayNightLights!
#DeSotoStrong
The first month of school and National Truancy Prevention Month go hand in hand in DeSoto Parish! The goal of this recognition is to emphasize that strong attendance is crucial for academic progress, social-emotional development, and overall success for all students so that we can be learning together and #WinningTogether #AttendanceMatters
📊 ZEARN Snapshot | August 18–24
DeSoto Parish Schools students continue making great strides in math!
👏 Special shout-out to:
7th Grade: 96% logged in, averaging 103 minutes and 3.6 on/above grade-level lessons
8th Grade: 93% logged in, averaging 104 minutes and 3.2 on/above grade-level lessons
Let's keep ZEARNING Together! #WinningTogether
DeSoto Parish Schools students continue making great strides in math!
👏 Special shout-out to:
7th Grade: 96% logged in, averaging 103 minutes and 3.6 on/above grade-level lessons
8th Grade: 93% logged in, averaging 104 minutes and 3.2 on/above grade-level lessons
Let's keep ZEARNING Together! #WinningTogether
We are so excited to welcome our resident teachers to DeSoto Parish and appreciate our Mentor Teachers for their daily support of these future educators.
In kindergarten classrooms at NDLE: Resident Presley Elliott with Michelle Webb and Resident Haley Henderson with Christian Holsomback. In middle school social studies classrooms: at MMS is Resident Kemariya Thomas with Cole Williams and at NDMS Resident Zakiya Johnson with Carla McClain.
Looking forward to growing and learning with our residents!! #TheDeSotoDifference
In kindergarten classrooms at NDLE: Resident Presley Elliott with Michelle Webb and Resident Haley Henderson with Christian Holsomback. In middle school social studies classrooms: at MMS is Resident Kemariya Thomas with Cole Williams and at NDMS Resident Zakiya Johnson with Carla McClain.
Looking forward to growing and learning with our residents!! #TheDeSotoDifference
📊 Attendance Snapshot | Aug. 18–22
DeSoto Parish Schools has met our 95% attendance goal for the 2nd straight week! 🎉
#EveryDayCounts—students who are chronically absent (missing 10%+ of the year) are 7x more likely to drop out. Together, we can keep building strong attendance habits!
#AttendanceMatters #DeSotoStrong
Fresh Feeling Friday!
The Mansfield Wellness Team!
Behind every smile, every check-in, and every safe space created for our students are these dedicated clinicians who show up with heart, compassion, and commitment every single day.
They are more than just a team, they’re listeners, encouragers, problem-solvers, and anchors of support. Their work helps students feel seen, heard, and valued, reminding each one that YOU MATTER.
We are grateful for the difference they make in Mansfield and across DeSoto Parish Schools.
#DeSotoStrong
#YouMatterDeSoto
#MansfieldWellnessTeam
DeSoto Parish Schools will be keeping a close watch on chronic absenteeism this school year as we focus on strong attendance for all students.
What is Chronic Absenteeism? Students who are chronically absent are missing 10% or more school days per year including excused absences. Being chronically absent puts students at serious risk of falling behind.
📊 DeSoto Parish Schools Attendance Snapshot 📊
Week of August 11–15
Our district average attendance was 96% for the first full week of school — exceeding our district goal of 95%! 🙌
We value when our students, families, and staff make daily attendance a priority. Every day counts toward building a strong start to the school year.
📅 August is National Truancy Prevention Month — a reminder that consistent school attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic success. Missing just two days a month can add up to nearly an entire month of lost learning over the school year.
We are off to a strong start, let's keep moving forward!
#WinningTogether #AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts
Week of August 11–15
Our district average attendance was 96% for the first full week of school — exceeding our district goal of 95%! 🙌
We value when our students, families, and staff make daily attendance a priority. Every day counts toward building a strong start to the school year.
📅 August is National Truancy Prevention Month — a reminder that consistent school attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic success. Missing just two days a month can add up to nearly an entire month of lost learning over the school year.
We are off to a strong start, let's keep moving forward!
#WinningTogether #AttendanceMatters #EveryDayCounts
Warning: Standing near the Wellness Team may cause spontaneous peace signs, contagious smiles, and random acts of kindness.
Your DeSoto Parish Wellness Team is all about spreading kindness, building connections, and making sure every student knows… YOU MATTER.
In DeSoto Parish, we don’t just talk about wellness, we live it. And YOU MATTER to us!
#PeaceLoveWellness
#TheDeSoto Difference
#WinningTogether
Your DeSoto Parish Wellness Team is all about spreading kindness, building connections, and making sure every student knows… YOU MATTER.
In DeSoto Parish, we don’t just talk about wellness, we live it. And YOU MATTER to us!
#PeaceLoveWellness
#TheDeSoto Difference
#WinningTogether
Let's do the MATH! Mrs. Pierce's class at SHS is ready to track their growth, with ZEARN, a math education platform that complements our curriculum and best practices teaching. Thanks Mrs. Pierce for your growth mindset model and culture of learning. #MakeADifference!
August is National Truancy Prevention Month! It’s a great time to highlight the importance of school attendance and supporting students in maintaining consistent presence in the classroom.
Louisiana law defines truancy as habitual absence or tardiness. A student is considered truant once they receive five unexcused absences or five tardies in a semester
#AttendanceMatters at DeSoto Parish Schools where every day counts!
Louisiana law defines truancy as habitual absence or tardiness. A student is considered truant once they receive five unexcused absences or five tardies in a semester
#AttendanceMatters at DeSoto Parish Schools where every day counts!
PreK teachers welcomed friends this week. Building a strong culture of learning is important for our youngest learners!
We are aware that some parents and families may be experiencing login issues with our DeSoto Schools/Thrillshare Mobile App for Rooms. Please know that we have already escalated this matter with our vendor and are working closely with them to find a solution as quickly as possible.
Clear and timely communication with our families is one of our top priorities, and we appreciate your patience as we work to ensure all aspects of parent support are running smoothly and thank you for your understanding. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
Clear and timely communication with our families is one of our top priorities, and we appreciate your patience as we work to ensure all aspects of parent support are running smoothly and thank you for your understanding. We will provide more information as it becomes available.
🚍 Attention DeSoto Parish Families!
We’re putting the final touches on all bus route information in Edulog. Once everything is ready, your child’s school will send out the details along with instructions and tracking information. Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure a smooth start to the school year!
We’re putting the final touches on all bus route information in Edulog. Once everything is ready, your child’s school will send out the details along with instructions and tracking information. Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure a smooth start to the school year!
We had the privilege of celebrating and recognizing the Division II Non-Select NDHS Softball and Baseball State Champions at last night's board meeting! #TheDeSotoDifference #WinningTogether #HighPerformance
Welcome Back DeSoto! The first day of school is filled with smiles and excitement for a new year and new friends! #Positive&CaringCulture!
The DeSoto Parish Wellness Team is ready for the 2025–2026 school year!
We’re excited to serve and support the amazing students across our district. Our dedicated team is here to provide wellness services, promote mental and emotional health, and partner with schools to help every student thrive.
Here’s to a healthy, hopeful, and successful year!
#DeSotoWellness
#StudentSupport
#WeAreReady
#TheDeSotoDifference
Welcome Back Families!
🎒✏️ First day vibes:
✅ Backpack bigger than your child
✅ Brand new shoes already stepped in mud
✅ 4,000 photos taken before 7:00 AM
✅ Tears (mostly from parents)
Yes, the car line is long. Yes, your child forgot their lunch 4 seconds after you pulled away. And yes, you forgot to send back the important class forms.
But through the chaos, there's excitement in the air — and we’re thrilled to welcome back our amazing students and families. Let’s make it a year full of learning, laughter, and maybe mastering the car line on the first try. (We believe in you.) 💪😉
Thanks for showing up with smiles, patience, and a strong sense of humor. We're ready to launch a fantastic school year — traffic cones and all! 😅✨
BTW…we would love it if you tagged us in your “First Day of School moments” We love seeing the smiles and positive energy on the first day back! #DeSotoStrong #WinningTogether!
🎒✏️ First day vibes:
✅ Backpack bigger than your child
✅ Brand new shoes already stepped in mud
✅ 4,000 photos taken before 7:00 AM
✅ Tears (mostly from parents)
Yes, the car line is long. Yes, your child forgot their lunch 4 seconds after you pulled away. And yes, you forgot to send back the important class forms.
But through the chaos, there's excitement in the air — and we’re thrilled to welcome back our amazing students and families. Let’s make it a year full of learning, laughter, and maybe mastering the car line on the first try. (We believe in you.) 💪😉
Thanks for showing up with smiles, patience, and a strong sense of humor. We're ready to launch a fantastic school year — traffic cones and all! 😅✨
BTW…we would love it if you tagged us in your “First Day of School moments” We love seeing the smiles and positive energy on the first day back! #DeSotoStrong #WinningTogether!
Tomorrow, we officially welcome back our students for the 2025-2026 school year! From the first bell to the last, every day counts in DeSoto Parish Schools.
This year, our district-wide focus is clear: #AttendanceMatters. Our goal is for every student to be present and engaged, with a district attendance goal of 95%. Why? Because showing up = success! 💪🎓
When students are in class, they unlock opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. Your partnership is crucial in making #EveryDay count for our students!
Let’s start strong and boost the momentum as we start a brand new year! We can’t wait to see those smiling faces tomorrow! #DeSotoStrong #WinningTogether
This year, our district-wide focus is clear: #AttendanceMatters. Our goal is for every student to be present and engaged, with a district attendance goal of 95%. Why? Because showing up = success! 💪🎓
When students are in class, they unlock opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. Your partnership is crucial in making #EveryDay count for our students!
Let’s start strong and boost the momentum as we start a brand new year! We can’t wait to see those smiling faces tomorrow! #DeSotoStrong #WinningTogether
🎉 What an incredible start to the 2025-26 school year! DeSoto Parish Schools would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our amazing Education Partners for helping us kick off the year at our Convocation event.
Your support fuels our mission and inspires our educators every day. Here’s to a year of excellence, collaboration, and student success! 💙❤️ 💚💛📚 #WinningTogether #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
Your support fuels our mission and inspires our educators every day. Here’s to a year of excellence, collaboration, and student success! 💙❤️ 💚💛📚 #WinningTogether #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
