While the Bond funds are largely focused on a new high school facility, the impact would be felt across all North DeSoto schools. High school students would have a future-focused learning environment, middle school students would have amazing lab and career spaces by moving into the current high school, elementary students would see smaller class sizes and get more one-on-one time with teachers, and the three- and four-year-old PreK programs would be able to accommodate more young learners instead of having a waitlist.
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/the-plan-north-desoto
Congrats to our Lighthouse Leaders of the Month, honored for being Goal Oriented! #LEADlikeaGriffin
There have been reports of a few inaccurate statements and resources circulating about the bond plan. If you would like more information or to check the accuracy of what you are seeing on social media, feel free to reach out to questions@desotopsb.com or Superintendent Corley as the district is required to provide only factual information. Visit the bond website and be sure to cast an informed vote!
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/north-desoto-bond-2023
Congratulations to Ms. Meade, our new Desoto Parish Elementary Teacher of the Year! Your hard work and dedication shines through each and every one of your students! We are so excited for you to have this honor! #LEADlikeaGriffin
How are current spaces impacting the school day?
The communities served by North DeSoto schools have seen tremendous growth in recent years. The current North DeSoto Lower Elementary facility originally served grades K-6 and now houses preK-1. North DeSoto Upper Elementary has grown from four classes per grade level to ten. We are proud to serve every student in our schools, but we are simply running out of space. Hallways are crowded, we struggle to accommodate activities, and class sizes are higher than the rest of the parish due to space constraints. The bond proposal proposes a new high school facility, giving the capacity to reconfigure current spaces to meet the needs of the growing community.
Watch the videos for a closer look: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMpSypy-OsJjLJmIlgWDGEALrYxdm8_z
Let's Celebrate World Kindness Week! See image for details. #LEADlikeaGriffin
Thank you to all who have already participated in the election for North DeSoto (District no. 2) during early voting. You can still cast your ballot early by November 11. Election Day is Saturday, November 18!
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/election-information-north-desoto
Mrs. Carney’s class is working on collecting measurement data from
items in our classroom! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Featured Frequently Asked Question: How are current spaces impacting the school day?
The communities served by North DeSoto schools have seen tremendous growth in recent years. The current North DeSoto Lower Elementary facility originally served grades K-6 and now houses preK-1. North DeSoto Upper Elementary has grown from four classes per grade level to ten. We are proud to serve every student in our schools, but we are simply running out of space. Hallways are crowded, we struggle to accommodate activities, and class sizes are higher than the rest of the parish due to space constraints. The bond proposal proposes a new high school facility, giving the capacity to reconfigure current spaces to meet the needs of the growing community.
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/the-situation-north-desoto
Last reminder, NDUE's Veterans & Grandparents Day Celebration is November 10th! We hope you can join us! Also, if you would like your family's veteran(s) to be recognized during our program, please use the QR Code on the invitation attached to add your veteran(s) to our slide show! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Election Day is right around the corner for North DeSoto (District no. 2) voters to decide on a Capital Improvements bond proposal that would address the rapid growth in our student population. Visit the link to watch a playlist of videos from each North DeSoto school to get a closer look!
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiMpSypy-OsJjLJmIlgWDGEALrYxdm8_z
Every vote counts! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Congratulations to our NDUE 2023-2024 Student of the Year, Miss Maci Wagner! She exhibits leadership every day on campus and is a great role model to all students! Way to go Maci! We are proud of you! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Early voting begins on Friday, November 3! Be sure to participate in the election for North DeSoto (District no. 2) and decide on the plan focused on safety, security, and modernization of current facilities.
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/north-desoto-bond-2023
Don't want to wait in the check-out lines? Be sure to register for a fast pass for Veterans/Grandparents Day! Letters will be sent home today. Just fill it out and return it by November 9th!
Desoto Hoops registration forms will be sent home with students today. If you are interested, please complete the form and turn it in by November 15th! #LEADlikeaGriffin
NDUE's Griffins are loving Book Fair and the NDHS Red Coat Helpers this week! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Reminder: NDUE's Veterans & Grandparents Day Celebration is November 10th! We hope you can join us! Also, if you would like your family's veteran(s) to be recognized during our program, please use the QR Code on the invitation attached to add your veteran(s) to our slide show! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Featured Frequently Asked Question: When would a new school be completed and the new configuration of facilities take place?
If approved by voters in November of 2023, the project would be ready for construction in late summer of 2024 with plans to open to students in 2026. This two-year construction period would help to facilitate a smooth transition for our students at grade levels currently experiencing overcrowding as they transition into middle and high school.
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/faq-and-resources-north-desoto
The DeSoto Parish School Board can only provide factual information about elections and proposals. A great resource to get the facts is the North DeSoto Fact Sheet!
https://www.desotopsb.com/page/north-desoto-bond-2023
