Yesterday evening, Monday April 22, we were thrilled to recognize the incredible achievements of 58 DeSoto Parish Schools Elite Scholars! 🎓 These students have shown exceptional dedication and hard work throughout their high school careers.
For TOPS 4 College Pathway, students achieved advanced scores on national assessments like CLEP, Advanced Placement, or ACT, demonstrating their readiness for higher education. Meanwhile, TOPS 2 Career and Technical Pathway students have not only earned advanced credentials but also excelled in national assessments like ACT or Workeys, paving the way for their future careers.
A heartfelt thank you to the parents and families whose steadfast support, guidance, and encouragement have been instrumental in shaping these young scholars' success. Your dedication has played a pivotal role in preparing them for the exciting journey ahead in their education and careers.
Congratulations to our Elite Scholars and their families! Your achievements inspire us all and showcase the power of determination and hard work. Here's to a bright and promising future! #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
If you are voting by mail, today (Tuesday, April 23) is the deadline to request a mail ballot. We encourage everyone to participate in this election!
https://www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/nd-bond-24-election-information
The energy is at an all-time high at the Mansfield Middle School "Glow" LEAP Test Prep Rally! These Wolverines are ready to shine bright and put their game faces on for the upcoming state assessments. 🌟 Our students are not just learners; they are empowered individuals who are capable of reaching great heights with the right support and encouragement. #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong💪 #WolverinePride
Board Members and staff kicked off #LoveTheBoot week by collecting over 25 bags of litter from the roadways around the Administration Building in Mansfield. Together with @KeepLouisianaBeautiful we can all do our part to be #TheDeSotoDifference and keep our parish beautiful!
📬💖 It's FriendGram Friday during Exceptional Children's Week! Take the opportunity to send a friend or classmate a message of encouragement and support. Small gestures can make a big difference in fostering friendships and inclusion.
#ECW2024 💌✨
Are you in the know about the latest at DeSoto? Be sure to download the school app today!
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Voters in District 2 (North DeSoto) can calculate their tax impact with the online tax calculator. If approved, a $300,000 home would see a monthly increase of $34.50. Watch the video to learn how to calculate your impact! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXQj4j7SgqI
Come join us tomorrow, Friday April 19th from 11 AM-2 PM for Food Truck Friday. 318 Food CO will be dishing out made to order speciality pizzas! You do not want to miss out!
🚪✨ Get creative and join us for Door Decorating Day! Let's adorn our doors with messages of inclusion, kindness, and celebration for Exceptional Children's Week. Together, we can open doors to acceptance and understanding.
#ECW24
Making changes to lessen the impact:
The April bond plan is $47.5 million less than the November 2023 plan! Many items that were in the 2023 bond plan have been eliminated in the new proposal to better align with the community’s desire to focus on academics.
https://www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/nd-bond-24-the-plan
🎨 Wear Your Colors and celebrate the vibrant diversity of exceptional children! Today, let's show our support and solidarity by wearing disability pride colors. Together, we paint a picture of inclusivity and acceptance.
#ExceptionalChildrensWeek 🎉
LHS strategically connecting their Mission Plan to WorkKeys performance and 21st Century Skills. Collaboration is KEY to analyzing student performance and creating action steps that follow. Great TEAMWORK! #TheDeSotoDifference!
🌐💡 It's Assistive Tech Tuesday during Exceptional Children's Week! Let's recognize the transformative impact of assistive technology in leveling the playing field for children and youth with disabilities. Every child deserves access to tools that help them shine!
#ECW2024 📱
#SPEDTalkTuesday
📖❤️ It's the start of Exceptional Children's Week! Let's start with Open Your Books to Access Day, embracing stories centered on children and youth with disabilities. Together, let's create a more inclusive world!#ExceptionalChildrensWeek 📚💕
Get the facts on the 2024 North DeSoto Bond Program to see how we are listening to our community and right-sizing the proposal.
https://bit.ly/3PVTFFO
This is just a reminder from our previous post: Tomorrow, Monday, April 15, will be a regular day of instruction for students. We will not have Student-Parent-Teacher conferences. If you need to schedule a visit with your student's teacher, please contact your school to set up an appointment time.
On Saturday, April 13th, freshmen, sophomores, and seniors from DeSoto Parish's school district came together with NAUW's Manfield Branch and the DeSoto Parish School Board’s Wellness Team for an event called GLOW. The young ladies brought their passion for personal growth and leadership to this annual gathering! During the event, the girls took part in icebreakers, a panel discussion on various careers, sessions on scholarships and emotional wellness, and they even created vision boards. Local sorority members from different sororities set up displays to share information about their organizations. Additionally, an army recruiter was present to speak to the participants, and there was also information available about local colleges. To keep everyone energized, lunch was prepared by the DeSoto Sheriff's Office. #TheDeSotoDifference
Thank you, Empower Schools, for providing us with the opportunity to explore the significance of community engagement and partnerships. This valuable learning will allow us to center on future growth of our career and technical opportunities.
It was an exciting day at Rural Alliance Zone 32's Vision Corner grand opening! Three rural school districts joined forces for career-focused learning. Union City students now have a downtown hub for job skills, including a t-shirt shop, TV, and radio stations. Adults and businesses can also explore vocational skills and entrepreneurship here. #TheDeSotoDifference.
Space may be tight, however this hasn’t stopped NDHS welding students from working hard to master skills that lead to high wage/ high demand careers in industry. They are #DeSotoStrong!
Early Voting begins Saturday, April 13! Be sure to cast an informed vote. Get more information on the district website.
https://www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/north-desoto-bond-program-2024
