September is National Suicide Prevention Month. All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, schools, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness. Join In!
If you’re in crisis, there are options available to help you cope. You can call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at any time to connect with a trained crisis counselor. For confidential support available 24/7 for everyone in the U.S., call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org, or visit https://go.usa.gov/xyxGa . #shareNIMH
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Make a Difference Monday: We would like to welcome and recognize these new teachers who have made a BIG impact on the North DeSoto Community! #smalltowntraditions #postiveandcollaborative culture #high performance #makeadifference #TheDeSotoDifferenceRecognitionInitiative
"Success isn't overnight. It's when every day you get a little better than the day before. It adds up." - Dewayne Johnson
#EveryDayCounts when it comes to your attendance. Keep up the great work? 6 schools met their attendance goals last week. Let's go for 9 this week!
Feel Good Friday! The NDHS Football team was at it bright and early to root on NDUE students this morning as they kickoff this year's Accelerated Reader Program! Championship mentality not only on the field, but in the classroom as well! #LEADlikeaGriffin #TheDeSotoDIfference
From cutting up in class to teaching lessons, our CTE students are having a great time learning valuable skills that will prepare them for life after high school. They are #DeSotoStrong!
Has your child's school reached out to you about IEPs or an evaluation? The terminology and processes in special education can be confusing! Check out our Parent-U page for resources and contact information for more help: https://www.desotopsb.com/page/special-services.
#SPEDTalkTuesday
Way to finish August #DeSotoStrong students! Keep up the great work and let's all shoot for perfect attendance this short week!
Parents, be sure to swing by the schools today from 10:00-6:00 for student/parent-teacher conferences! #EveryDayCounts
DID YOU KNOW? The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on September 5, 1882 in New York City, in accordance to plans of the Central Labor Union. Today we celebrate and honor those who make #TheDeSotoDifference in our communities! Happy Labor Day!
RELAX-REST-RESET: Enjoy a well-deserved Labor Day weekend! Schools will be closed, Monday, September 4. SPTC-Tuesday, September 5, 10 A.M. to 6 P.M This will be a virtual day for students. Students will return to school on Wednesday, September 6. #TheDeSotoDifference.
Fresh Feeling Friday!
Self-care is anything you do to take care of yourself so you can stay physically, mentally, and emotionally well. Its benefits are better physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being.
Don't forget to take care of yourself!
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Welcome Karyn Lipsey, new Counselor for 9th and 10th graders at North DeSoto High School. She's a great addition to the DeSoto Parish Counselor Crew! #TheDeSotoDifference
Career & Technical Student Organizations play a vital role in leadership and professional development! NDHS CTSOs held club meetings this week and visited with other campuses! They embody our core values of making a difference and developing a positive & caring culture!
WOW FACTOR WEDNESDAY: Did you know that parental involvement is a product of the interaction between the school and home setting that bridges both settings? Being aware of your student’s goals and progress are associated with higher academic success and links to greater social-emotional outcomes. So, this week's WOW Factor Wednesday highlights that relationship between school and home. Parents, you are the WOW Factor!
Come join us for the first round of Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences for the 2023-2024 school year between the hours of 10 AM - 6 PM on Tuesday, September 5. Students will have a virtual day of instruction and will have the opportunity to lead out during individual conference times! #postiveandcollaborativeculture #TheDeSotoDifference
MES students are exploring during center time!
Our DOVE students are an excellent example of our mission statement, where they are out in our community serving others and learning valuable life skills. These students are #DeSotoStrong!
Administration at LHS TEAMING with teachers to support instruction and improve outcomes for all. LEAD ON! #TheDeSotoDifference
Our students are utilizing a variety skills across multiple subjects while working on the first CITF Carpentry project with Mr. Dees. From English to Math, it takes knowledge in all areas to be successful in your future career. These students are #DeSotoStrong!
DPSB Principals met last week to discuss school planning and support. Let's give a shout to all of our awesome DPSB principals! #TheDesotoDifference.
Congratulations to NDUE for leading the district in attendance this week! Let's reset and work to reach our goals this week! The future depends on what you do today, so show up and show out because #EveryDayMatters
FORWARD FRIDAY- School leaders immerse themselves in a Positive and Collaborative culture while striving to meet standards of High Performance through strategic planning. Making #TheDeSotoDifference by going first through leading and learning!
