In a recent five year enrollment projection for DeSoto Parish School Board, significant growth is projected for North DeSoto. This growth is expected to continue to grow for the next five years. https://www.desotopsb.com/page/the-situation-north-desoto

NDMS girls: if you're interested in trying out for the Lady Griffins basketball team, complete the Form in your cohort classroom. Tryouts will be Wednesday, August 23, and Thursday, August 24.

Community growth is driving the bond proposal in North DeSoto. A new high school will not only help the district meet expected growth, but will also provide a dedicated performing arts and career and technical education wings, a new turf practice field and an indoor multipurpose facility that will accommodate band, cheer, dance line and JROTC. In addition there will be a new training facility for wrestling and a new baseball/softball complex. https://www.desotopsb.com/page/north-desoto-bond-2023

Congratulations to NDMS’s own Zaylon who was selected as one of the 28 best baseball players in the country to participate in the Perfect Game 11 year Select Fest held in Georgia last week. Two teams of 14, East and West. Zaylon and East teammates won 15-13. Way to go!

MEET THE GRIFFINS...Tuesday PM.

Exciting news Middle Griffin fans!!! Sideline ad opportunities are back. This is an NDMS football fundraiser while helping to promote your business. $300 the first year and $150 for subsequent years. Email Coach Evans with any questions.

NDMS students interested in 2023 Cross Country there will be a parent meeting Friday, August 18 @ 6:30 PM in the gym.

It is a “sweet” day to be in beginning Band! 6th graders winning candy for learning their notes! #ndms2324 #griffinband #thedesotodifference

The DeSoto Parish School Board unanimously approvedCapital Improvements bond proposals at their August 3 meeting. In District 2, North DeSoto Schools, the $130 million bond proposal proposes construction of a new North DeSoto High School as well as improvements to other facilities to accommodate growth. Learn more at the link below. https://www.desotopsb.com/page/north-desoto-bond-2023

Hear ye, hear ye...NDMS students interested in auditioning for theater...🗣️🎭🎤🎟️. Email or stop by room 310 to ask Mrs. Lowe any questions.

Volleyball tryouts are next week August 14th-16th after school until 5:30, with the first tournament on August 19th. A google form is available if students would like to sign up (check cohort classrooms). Students will need to have a Medical Release form filled out by a guardian prior to trying out and will need to obtain a physical if making the team. Medical Release forms can be printed out and turned in or students can stop by room 302 and receive a copy.

NDMS Family: We are excited to see all of our Middle Griffins tomorrow! Don't forget doors open @7:15 AM and pick up begins @3:11 PM. ALL students are dropped off or picked up at NDMS only. Be sure to download the DPSB app and connect with teachers using the Rooms option.

Be sure to look at our new NDMS window displays in the gym and library during Open House, Thursday evening. Parents please pick up your student's chromebook as well. The doors will be open 4:30 - 6:30 PM. Thank you, Abbot Printing & Promotion! #GriffinPride #NDMSGriffinPride

!!BREAKING NEWS!! Parents & Guardians check your emails for instructions on how to access our new tool, ROOMS, which will allow you to communicate with teachers and see your student's behavior! Search for emails from accounts@edurooms.com for instructions! #DeSotoStrong

North DeSoto Open House 2023 Thursday, August 3. Parents, please stop by the library Thursday evening and pick up your student’s chromebook while visiting the campus.

Introducing the 23-24 NDMS master teachers.

CONGRATULATIONS to North DeSoto Middle School's and DeSoto Parish Schools' Barry Carter, 2024 Middle School Principal of the Year! NDMS and DeSoto Parish Schools are proud of you! #TheDeSotoDifference #GriffinPride

Save the date... North DeSoto Open House 2023

There is less than a month before students start back! Have you enrolled your student? You can enroll anytime online or visit the school during the day. We are also hosting 3 enrollment events at our new Administration Building in Mansfield July 15, 17, and 19. See you there!

Congratulations Eli and DeSoto 4-H competing at Nationals. The Louisiana 22 rifle team together won: 1st overall in the nation 1st in Silhouettes 2nd in CMP 2nd in 3P Eli’s individual awards received: 3rd in Silhouettes 4th in CMP 4th overall in the Nation #TheDeSotoDifference #DeSotoStrong #desoto4h