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All hands were on deck!! Thank you to Mrs. Emerson's NDHS AG Class for coming over to help move out of T-Buildings, in preparation for Phase One of the NDLE Construction Project. NDLE appreciates the service these students provided. #DeSotoServes #DreamBelieveAchieve
🏀 🏈 ⚽️ ⚾️ Check out all the sports camps our NDHS student athletes are hosting this Summer! 🏀 🏈 ⚽️ ⚾️
😃 our students have happy faces wearing their Sunday best for awards day today! Time to celebrate their achievements! 🎉
❤️⚾️🎉Glow Party and Baseball Send-off today! Go Griffins!
First Grade Parents: Don't forget to come to NDUE's 2nd Grade Orientation tonight at 5:30 in the NDUE Gym.
Our first graders had a great time taking a tour of North DeSoto Upper Elementary today! They are getting ready to LEAD like a Griffin!
🎉 We’re thrilled to share some BIG news! 🎉
North DeSoto Lower Elementary has been recognized as a 2024-2025 School of Excellence by Imagine Learning for our exceptional use of Imagine MyPath! 🏆📚
This prestigious honor is a reflection of the dedication and teamwork of our amazing teachers, staff, students, and families. Together, we’ve met rigorous goals and created a learning environment where every student can thrive. 💪❤️
We are proud to be part of Imagine Nation and look forward to displaying our official banner with pride!
Thank you to our entire NDLE community for making this possible. 💙
#DreamBelieveAchieve #DeSotoDifference
Click the link for this week's NDLE Monday Memo https://desotoparishschoolsla.edurooms.com/engage/north-desoto-lower-elementary/newsletters/ndle-monday-memo-may-12-16
NDHS Baseball is headed to the State Championship! All ND Schools will have a Virtual Day on Friday, May 16th. NDLE Awards Day has moved to Monday, May 19th. The times are the same. Check Rooms, Facebook or our website to see the times for each class. Go Griffins! Take State!
NDLE: CHANGE OF PLANS: With many of our families traveling south to support the NDHS baseball team we will be moving our awards day to Monday, May 19th. Times will be the same. We can't wait to celebrate our Little Griffins and their achievements!
Calling all First Grade Students and Families at NDLE!!!! Come to 2nd Grade Orientation on May 13th at North DeSoto Upper Elementary. It begins at 5:30 in the NDUE Gym.
🌟 Thank You, Parents, Businesses & Booster Club! 🌟
Our hearts are full after an incredible Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week — and it’s all thanks to you! To our amazing parents, generous local businesses, and the hardworking Booster Club, we are so grateful for the love, time, and support you poured into making this week so special for our teachers and staff. Your thoughtful gestures, delicious treats, and kind words reminded our team just how appreciated they truly are. Together, you helped create a week filled with smiles, gratitude, and joy — thank you for being such an important part of our North DeSoto family! 💕🎉✨
🌟 With Grateful Hearts, We Celebrate Our Incredible School Leadership & Support Team! 🌟
At the heart of North DeSoto Lower Elementary is a team of caring leaders and helpers who work tirelessly to make sure every day runs smoothly and every student feels safe, supported, and loved. We are so grateful for our amazing principal, assistant principal, counselor, master teachers, secretaries, nurse, and school resource officer! From guiding and encouraging our staff, to supporting students’ well-being, keeping families connected, ensuring health and safety, and protecting our school community — you all are the heartbeat of our school. Thank you for your dedication, kindness, and the countless ways you make our Little Griffins’ days brighter! 💕🏫✨
Pictured: Top- Mr. Tabor (Principal), Mrs. L. Burford (Assistant Principal)
Middle- Mrs. Arinder (Counselor), Mrs. Griffith (Master Teacher), Mrs. Carpenter (Master Teacher)
Bottom- Mrs. Miller (Bookkeeper/ Secretary), Mrs. Salter (Secretary), Deputy Randolph, Nurse Smith
🚌 Here’s to Our Wonderful Bus Drivers! 🚌
Every school day begins and ends with the smiling faces of our amazing bus drivers, who safely carry our Little Griffins to and from school. Rain or shine, they greet each child with warmth, care, and a steady hand — making sure every student feels safe, seen, and ready to start their day. You’re more than just drivers; you’re the first hello and the last goodbye, the calm reassurance and the trusted adult on every ride. Thank you for the patience, kindness, and dedication you show every single day — we appreciate you more than words can say! 💛✨
🌟 A Special Thank You to Our Amazing Substitute Teachers! 🌟
Today we want to shine a light on the incredible substitute teachers who step in with care, flexibility, and dedication whenever they’re needed. Whether it’s for a day or a longer stretch, you keep our classrooms running smoothly and ensure our Little Griffins continue learning and growing without missing a beat. Your adaptability, kindness, and commitment to our students make such a difference, and we are so thankful to have you as part of our school family. You truly are essential to our success — thank you for all that you do! 💕🍎✨
Pictured: Mrs. Eddy (Long-term sub for Mrs. Jones) and Mrs. Stoma (Long-term sub for Mrs. Fogleman)
🌟 Heartfelt Thanks to Our Amazing Cafeteria & Custodial Teams! 🌟
Behind the scenes, there’s a group of heroes who help keep our school running smoothly every single day — our wonderful cafeteria and custodial staff! From preparing delicious, nutritious meals with care to keeping our school clean, safe, and welcoming, these hardworking team members pour so much love and dedication into making sure our Little Griffins have the best possible environment to learn and grow. We are so grateful for all you do — your smiles, hard work, and kindness make a world of difference! Thank you for being such an important part of our school family. 💕🍎🧹✨
Pictured: Top- Mrs. Hart, Ms. Wells
2nd Row- Ms. Brakefield, Mrs. Roberson
3rd Row- Mrs. Farris, Mr. Raspberry
4th Row- Mr. Miller, Mr. Benjamin (NDHS Intern)
🌟 Celebrating Our Incredible Special Education Team! 🌟
Behind every small step, every breakthrough, and every bright smile is the love and dedication of our amazing Special Education teachers and paraprofessionals. With endless patience, creativity, and compassion, they meet each child where they are — helping them overcome challenges, build confidence, and reach their fullest potential. You are champions of inclusion, cheerleaders of progress, and the steady hands and hearts guiding our Little Griffins every day. Thank you for the immeasurable impact you make — your work changes lives, and we are so grateful for each of you! 💕🌈✨
Pictured: Top- Mrs. Firkins, Ms. Sandifer
2nd Row- Ms. Scott, Ms. Davis
3rd Row- Mrs. Procell, Mrs. Carroll, Mrs. B. Young
4th Row- Mrs. Hardaway, Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Bamburg
📣 Thank you to the wonderful sponsors who spoiled our teachers and staff today! Our own Mrs. Piazza's dad's company, Young's Welding, gave us delicious donuts and breakfast burritos for breakfast 🍩 Osborn Hays Realty provided Jimmy John's for lunch 🥪 and Gloster Baptist Church fed our sweet tooth with a variety of cookies for dessert 🍪 and Mrs. Sherri Lafitte dropped off some pastries🥐 for our afternoon coffee! Of course we can't forget our fantastic Booster Club volunteers for setting things up, providing door prizes, and flavored water bar! #DeSotoStrong 💪🏽
