NDUE would like to thank all the families that joined us at our Johnny's Pizza Night Fundraiser! It was a great night! #LEADlikeaGriffin
about 12 hours ago, NDUE
These students had the best time celebrating their ZEARN challenge this week with different dress up themes! We are so proud of your achievements Griffins! Keep up the hard work! #LEADlikeaGriffin
about 15 hours ago, NDUE
A group of children wearing casual clothing are standing together on grass, with a wooden post on the right.
Children and an adult stand in a classroom, raising arms, with colorful walls and furniture.
Two girls in pajamas, one with a backpack, pose for a photo in a school hallway.
Two children in red and brown costumes stand close together in a classroom with whiteboards and a monitor behind them.
Two children with silver hats, a boy in a green shirt and a girl in a green dress, standing near a shelf filled with books.
Three children standing, wearing sunglasses, with a school building and several other children in the background.
Two individuals stand side by side in front of a vibrant, multicolored wall. Both wear casual clothing.
Three children in green shirts and shorts pose in front of lockers. They wear hats, socks, and sneakers.
Four kids stand together on grass in front of a fence. They wear different colors of long-sleeve shirts and pants.
Two boys wearing matching shirts and shorts stand in a classroom, facing the camera. Behind them, tables and chairs are set up.
Happy National Custodian Day to our wonderful team! Our custodians go above and beyond—often behind the scenes—and we are so grateful for their dedication, care, and pride in our school.

Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and school community. NDUE wouldn’t be the same without you! #LEADLikeaGriffin
about 16 hours ago, NDUE
A poster with five people in uniforms and a caption thanking them for their work. The text reads "Thank You to Our Custodian Team!"
Mrs. Waller’s 5th graders had a fun time creating drawings from figurative language found in “The Birchbark House!” ❤️💙
1 day ago, SOMER THOMAS
🔬📚 Science is better with a buddy! Our 4th graders teamed up for partner reading and put their brains together to learn something new. 💡💙 #LEADlikeaGriffin
3 days ago, MCKENZIE KNOTTS
FCA Shirts are for sale! See flyer for more details!
3 days ago, NDUE
Mrs. Bearden's homeroom is working so hard sorting the parts of a paragraph before they start writing their Most Important Things About School books!📚✏️🚌
5 days ago, Lori Bearden

Monday Memo 9/28 https://desotoparishschoolsla.edurooms.com/newsletters/north-desoto-upper-elementary/newsletters/9-28-26

5 days ago, Mrs. Leah Darden
A big thank you to Gloster Baptist Church for blessing us with a wonderful lunch! We were celebrating all of our September birthdays in the building, and there’s no better way to head into the weekend than with full bellies and grateful hearts! #LEADlikeaGriffin
7 days ago, NDUE
"Ms. Knotts went to our boys’ (Reeves ND 9/10 navy and white team) football game! It meant the world to the boys that she came and cheered them on, AND it was an 8 AM game on a Saturday!!!!! So thankful for teachers that take the time to come support their students outside of school! Amazing!" - From a mom of one of the boys on the team! Thank you Mrs. Knox for being the Desoto Difference! #LEADlikeaGriffin
8 days ago, NDUE
Congratulations to all of our A.R. Winners from our A.R. Assembly this morning! Special shout-out to Avery Self and Maverick Jennings for making the Million Word Club and Mrs. Meade and Dufour's classes for getting the most A.R. Points in the school! Third grade had the most overall for grade levels, and they get jeans on Monday! We are so excited to see all our Griffins reading! #LEADlikeaGriffin #ReadersareLeaders
8 days ago, NDUE
Ms. Carrell’s class has enjoyed their field trips outside to learn about shadows and the earths rotation  🌎
9 days ago, SOMER THOMAS
See You at the Pole! These students chose to come together this morning for FCA at the NDUE flag pole to pray for their school, friends, teachers, and community! Thank you to guest speaker, Pastor Eddie Briery and the student leaders that led the event. What a sight it was! #LEADlikeaGriffin
9 days ago, NDUE
These scholars worked on finding the meanings of new words from the stories using context clues. Our 4th graders did a great job reading, thinking, and growing their vocabulary! 💙📝 #LEADlikeaGriffin
10 days ago, MCKENZIE KNOTTS

Reminder: tomorrow, Wednesday 9/23, is picture day! All students may wear free dress and will be photographed for the yearbook.

Please adhere to dress code guidelines:
No Sleeveless shirts
no Crocs or flip flops
Sandals may be worn with backs
Shorts and skirts must be 4 inches or have leggings underneath them
Tights/leggings can only be worn as an under layer for shorts and skirts

10 days ago, Mrs. Leah Darden
Picture day
NDUE FCA will be participating in "See You at the Pole", Wednesday, Sept. 23rd starting at 7:25 am (doors close at 7:30). All are welcome to join them for prayer around the flagpole in the gym to pray for our Students, Teachers/Staff, Community, Families, Churches, and Government/Leaders! #LEADlikeaGriffin
10 days ago, NDUE
These third graders rocked their crazy hair styles yesterday! What a fun way to celebrate having the most Zearn lessons as a grade level! Way to go third grade! #LEADlikeGriffin
11 days ago, NDUE
NDUE would like to recognize our PTO Board members and volunteers: PTO President-Casey Kelly, Vice President-Amber Waters, Secretary-LaCourtney Sersch, Treasurer-Jennifer Kennedy, Concessions Coordinator-Rachel Todd, Media Coordinator-Delaney Burke, and board members Tracey Coates and Kelly Nelson. The MAGIC that is NDUE would not be possible without your support, determination, encouragement, and innovative ideas. We are so lucky to have you serving in our school. You ladies not only LEAD like a GRIFFIN, you are the DESOTO Difference! #LEADlikeaGriffin
11 days ago, NDUE
Six women in blue shirts and jeans hold a red sign with "#TheDeSotoDifference" on a sports field.
We are proud to celebrate Mr. Kendrick Jackson as North DeSoto Upper Elementary’s Support Staff of the Year for 2026–2027!

Mr. Jackson is an invaluable part of our NDUE family. His colleagues describe him as someone who is always on time, ready to help, and quick to step in whenever he is needed. He brings a smile to work each day and consistently goes above and beyond to take care of our school.

From keeping our building running smoothly to supporting teachers and students, Mr. Jackson works countless hours—often behind the scenes—to make NDUE a better place for everyone. His willingness to help, positive attitude, and dedication make a lasting impact on our school community.

As one colleague shared, “If it needs to be done, then he is on it.” Another described him as a true “DESOTO DIFFERENCE!”

We are so thankful for everything Mr. Jackson does for NDUE. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! We are proud to have you on our team! ❤️💙🦅
12 days ago, NDUE
Blue background with stars, text reads "Congratulations Mr. Kendrick Jackson" and "NDUE Support Staff of the Year!" Three people in gym.
We are proud to celebrate Mrs. Kristen Dufour as North DeSoto Upper Elementary’s Teacher of the Year for 2026–2027!

Mrs. Dufour is an inspiring teacher whose positivity, dedication, and genuine care for others make a lasting impact on our NDUE family. Her colleagues describe her as a “bright ray of bubbly sunshine” who is always willing to help others while giving her best to her students and her responsibilities.

She works intentionally to build strong relationships with both students and staff, and her positive attitude encourages those around her to do their best each day.

We are so thankful for all that Mrs. Dufour brings to NDUE. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! We are proud to call you one of our Griffins!

Congratulations, Mrs. Dufour! 🦅❤️💙 #LEADlikeaGriffin
12 days ago, NDUE
Poster for a teacher award featuring a woman and child with a blue background. The woman holds a certificate and flowers.