Biomimicry Engineers in Ms. Harkins classroom have been very busy analyzing data and working with models to solve a problem. #LeadLikeaGriffin










3rd graders in Mrs. Meades Room are working on division and multiplication equations with their partners! #LEADLIKEAGRIFFIN









Griffins, we encourage you to join the Mardi Gras "Brainy" Challenge! See the flyer for more information! #LEADlikeaGriffin

NDUE would like to send a big shout out to both Team Grace and Team Heart from Louisiana Cheernastics for competing and winning at the Redline Arkansas Classic Cheer Competition this past weekend!
Team Grace: Aubrie Heintz, Logan Burke, Charlee Kate Rinaudo, and Landry Moore, placed first in their division!
Team Heart: Stella Gray Rinaudo, Erin Hay, Collyns Cogar, Harper Hayes, and Allison Penick, was awarded first in their division, High Points Champion, and USASF Grand Champions!
Way to go ladies! #LEADlikeaGriffin


February 2nd-6th is National School Counseling Week, and we would like to give a shout out to our school counselor, Mrs. Dawn Asbell! From offering a listening ear to helping students set goals and navigate challenges, she plays a vital role in supporting the hearts and minds of our Griffins. She is also a great help to our teachers as we work to meet the needs of each and every student.
Thank you for the countless ways you encourage, guide, and empower us every single day. Your dedication makes a lasting difference, and we are so grateful for you! #LEADLikeaGriffin

Ms. Carrell's 5th grade students are READY to learn on their gallery walk! 🌎






Mrs. Eddy's 2nd grade class is testing their math skills with a card sort: matching story problems, equations, tape diagrams, and number lines! Way to go Griffins!





Mrs. Thomas's class is exploring ways to improve ecosystems by creating models in our classroom. The students especially enjoyed building their own terrariums!







Join us at the NDUE Winter Ball for All on February 6th! See below for sign-up information.
Also a huge thank you to our PTO for arranging this! It is going to be so fun! #LEADlikeaGriffin
Also a huge thank you to our PTO for arranging this! It is going to be so fun! #LEADlikeaGriffin

Calling all Lady Griffins, 5th - 8th grade, save the date: NDHS Dazzlers are hosting the 2026 Dazzler Dance Clinic, Thursday, February 5, 3:15-5:30 PM.


We have another math shout-out today! These third graders have mastered their fluency facts on iSteep! Way to go Griffins! #LEADlikeaGriffin









NDUE is so proud of all of our ZEARN winners this morning! Way to do some math and crush those goals Griffins! #LEADlikeaGriffin










NDUE Griffins are invited to wear blue on Thursday 1/22 in memory of Eli Taylor to show our support for his family and to honor the faith and strength they have shown to our community.

Oops! We forgot to post our Digital Monday Memo. Here is the news. https://desotoparishschoolsla.edurooms.com/engage/north-desoto-upper-elementary/newsletters/1-20-25
NDUE sends a big congrats to Logan Burke, Landry Moore, Charlee Kate Rinaudo, Stella Grey Rinaudo, Aubrie Heintz for cheering in the Mardi Gras Spirit Cheer Competition in New Orleans. Logan, Landry, Charlee Kate, & Aubrie's Team Grace won first place, and Stella Grey's Team Heart won second place. Way to go girls! #LEADlikeaGriffin

"Laissez les bons temps rouler", Griffins! The ND Mardi Gras parade is coming up February 12th at 9 a.m. Be sure to mark your calendars! #LEADLikeaGriffin

Mrs. Fuller's homeroom is working in ELA to study a narrative mentor text to help prepare them to write their very own narratives! Way to synergize with one another! Go griffins!❤️💙






Today, we honor the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
HIs vision inspired change through peace, courage, and hope, and his dream continues to guide and inspire us at NDUE.
#LEADlikeaGriffin
HIs vision inspired change through peace, courage, and hope, and his dream continues to guide and inspire us at NDUE.
#LEADlikeaGriffin

These NDUE students are letting their voices be heard as they vote for the ‘25-‘26 Louisiana Young Reader’s Choice Award book! Way to go Griffins!








