December 5-9 will be Louisiana's First Annual Computer Science Education Week! Parents can visit HourOfCode.com or Code.org to find coding tutorials and activities for every age and experience level. #HourOfCode #theDesotoDifference
Fresh Feeling Friday!!!!
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Teamwork is an essential skill needed in the workplace. These MHS students are assisting each other while completing projects in Carpentry class! #FindYourWayFriday #DeSotoStrong
"Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
#Thanksgiving 2022
DeSoto CTE believes every student is a career student and is dedicated to providing EVERY student with skills and opportunities to transform their dreams into realities! #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong
Therapy and instruction doesn't have to stop at school. Consider incorporating this fun Thanksgiving themed activity into your festivities!
#SPEDTalkTuesday
“Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation.” – Brian Tracy
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ATTENTION SENIORS!!!Do you have 2 periods free in the spring? The business department is looking for some students to serve as interns at central office. Must be free to work first or last 2 blocks of the day. Apply at https://forms.gle/6XTY5PbxXuy5fZcV8. #DeSotoStrong
Fresh Feeling Friday!
What are you grateful for this Friday?
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LHS Ag students have been cutting up in class! These students have to master hand tool skills prior to moving on to power tools and carpentry courses. #FindYourWayFriday #DeSotoStrong
Just a reminder, schools will be closed November 21-25 for Thanksgiving Break. We will see everyone back on Monday, November 28. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! #TheDeSotoDifference
Interested in becoming a mechanic? Did you know there are all kinds of careers as mechanics other than automotive? Learn about becoming an aircraft mechanic and learn other careers in the aerospace industry by attending @SUSLA's open house on 12/3 10:30-1:00 #FindYourWayFriday
Reminder-Be sure to UPDATE your DeSoto Parish Schools app so that you do not miss any push notifications. Visit your app store, and check for updates. If you have not already downloaded the DeSoto Parish Schools App, be sure to visit your Google Play or Apple App Store and download so that you stay up-to-date with events, documents, news, and emergency notifications.
How are you celebrating Family Literacy Month? Show us how your family is celebrating literacy at home. Send us a picture of your family reading a favorite book or playing a literacy game. #TheDeSotoDifference
The Students with Severe Disabilities (SWSD) cluster of teachers meet monthly to collaborate and discuss how they can more effectively use their curriculum and data trackers to monitor progress and help students continue to grow.
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DeSoto's SPED teachers co-teach with general education teachers to provide inclusive education to meet ALL students' needs! Check out Mr. Martin at LHS in action.
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Only 5 days until Thanksgiving break! Lets encourage each other to have perfect attendance this week and improve on our attendance rates from last week!
#EveryDayMatters #DeSotoStrong
“If you can speak, you can influence, if you can influence you can change lives”-Rob Brown This NDHS FFA member showcased her public speaking skills at the State Fair FFA Creed Speaking Invitational! This served as warmup for district competition next month! #DeSotoStrong
Kindness has never been more relevant than in today's time. The world is fighting against the pandemic, and people are suffering in different ways. In such times, kindness can go a long way. The sense of satisfaction achieved after helping people is great for our own well-being.
Everyone has at least one story to share about kindness. Take part in World Kindness Day ask yourself, what does kindness mean to you and post it in the comment section of this post.
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