Congratulations to our Lady Panther basketball players who were named to the 3-B All District Honorable Mention Team! #PantherPride 💙 🏀 🤍
What: STEAM literacy night & Book Fair
When: Tuesday, March 24, 4-6 pm
Where: old big gym
Why: Foster critical thinking, creativity and problem solving through hands-on activities that integrate science, technology, engineering, art and math
The STEAM book fair and activities will be held concurrently that night for families to shop and students to participate. We will have food trucks on site as well as our SHS Baseball vs. Converse game at 4:00 pm.
There is no cost to participate in the hands-on STEAM activities.
Students showed their school spirit all week long with themed days including Mixed Up Monday, Top Hat Tuesday, Wacky Socks Wednesday, Theodore Day (dress like your favorite Dr. Seuss character) on Thursday, and Funny Food Friday where students wore green!
Mrs. Ward's class celebrated their last Dr Suess day with cooking green eggs and ham! They discussed everything from how a baby chick grows, tools used to cook, made predictions, gave lots of adjectives to describe the Dr Seuss eggs, and had a lot of fun tasting them!
From silly socks to creative costumes, our hallways were full of imagination, laughter, and a love for reading. We had a wonderful time celebrating books and encouraging our students to keep turning those pages! 📖✨
What are Regionals?
Regionals are essentially the powerlifting playoffs—a chance for the top athletes to qualify for the state meet.
Boys Regionals – February 21
We had 4 boys compete:
Jackson Moton
Colin King
Tristin Thomas
Gabe Holloway
To advance to state, lifters must finish in the top 10 out of the top 20 lifters in their class statewide.
Our qualifiers:
Colin King – 8th place
Tristin Thomas – 8th place
Gabe Holloway – 10th place
Girls Regionals – February 28
Outstanding performances from our girls:
Amihya Stephens – 7th place
Jade Jones – 1st place in the state
State Meet Information
Boys State Meet: February 25
Girls State Meet: February 26
🏀 IT’S QUARTERFINALS TIME, PANTHER NATION! 🏀
The road to Lake Charles runs through Stanley! This Friday, March 6, our Panthers take on the Quitman Wolverines in a high-stakes Quarterfinals matchup. The winner punches their ticket to the Semi-Finals at Burton Coliseum!
We need the stands packed, the energy high, and the gym draped in Royal Blu!. Let’s show them what #PantherPride is all about!
🎟️ TICKET INFORMATION
We have 150 presale tickets available. Secure yours early to guarantee your spot!
Today (March 5): Exclusive presale for students only.
Tomorrow (March 6): Open to the general public starting at 8:00 AM until sold out.
At the Door: Cash will be accepted at the gate until the gym reaches capacity.
📅 GAME DETAILS
Matchup: Stanley Panthers vs. Quitman Wolverines
Time: Friday, March 6 @ 6:30 PM
Location: Quitman High School Gym
Let’s bring the noise, fill the gym, and cheer our team on to victory! See you there, Panthers! 🐾
#GoBigBlue #StanleyHigh #DeSotoDifference #PantherPride #QuarterFinals
Softball and baseball will also be taking pictures.
🐾 TAILGATE PARTY UPDATE! 🐾
Attention Panther Fans! Get ready to rally for Stanley High School! We are still on for tomorrow, Tuesday, 3/3, but we have a quick LOCATION CHANGE.
📍 NEW LOCATION: The parking lot in front of the GYM.
(We will no longer be at the baseball/softball lot.)
⏰ TIME: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Come out and show your #PantherPride before the games! We’ve got a great afternoon planned for our SHS families:
🎨 Face Painting: Get game-day ready with our SHS Cheerleaders!
🍧 Snow Cones: Available for purchase to keep you cool.
🌭 FREE FOOD: Enjoy hot dogs, chips, drinks, and desserts on us!
A Huge Thank You to Our Sponsors:
This event wouldn't be possible without the incredible support of:
SHS Cheerleaders
SHS PTO
School Board Member Mr. Phillip Palmer
Amy McPhearson
SHS Basketball Booster Club
Coday Johnston
Grace Home Church
J4 Farms
Let’s fill the parking lot with Royal Blue! See you there! 💙
#PantherPride #GoBigBlue #StanleyHigh #DeSotoDifference
Congratulations to Kason Smith and Zane Palmer! They competed in the High School Bass Trail on February 28th at Caney Lake and secured an impressive 3rd place finish. Their total catch weight for the day was 12.88 lbs.
Way to go, guys! We are so proud of your hard work and dedication on the water. 🏆🐟
#HighSchoolBassTrail #BassFishing #SchoolPride #CaneyLake
The road to the championship continues, and our SHS Boys Basketball team needs YOU to bring the energy! Before we take on Choudrant, we’re hosting the ultimate Playoff Tailgate Party to get the momentum shifting in our favor.
Come out to the Baseball/Softball parking lot for an evening of food, fun, and #PantherPride!
🗓️ THE GAME PLAN:
WHEN: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
TAILGATE: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
TIP-OFF: 6:00 PM vs. Choudrant
TAIL GATE LOCATION: Baseball/Softball Parking Lot
ENTRY: FREE! 🎟️
✨ WHAT’S HAPPENING:
We’ve got something for every Panther, from Pre-K to 12th grade:
🎨 Face Painting (Get your game face on!)
🍧 Snow Cones – On sale for only $5!
🍔 Food & Music
🎯 Games & Split the Pot
...and much more!
Let’s fill the stands and show Choudrant what the #DeSotoDifference is all about. Wear your Royal Blue, White, and Black, and let's make some noise! 🔵⚪⚫
Questions? Reach out to Mrs. Petriello at amy.petriello@desotopsb.com or (318) 461-3525.
#GoBigBlue #StanleyHigh #Panthers #PlayoffBound #PantherPride
🏋️♂️ STATE BOUND! 🏋️♂️
Join us in congratulating our SHS Powerlifters for their incredible performance at Regionals! These athletes have put in the work, set new personal records, and officially qualified for State.
Colin King (Senior) * Weight Class: 123 lb
Regionals: 8th Place
Total Lift: 655 lbs
Note: Set a New Personal Record in Squat (250 lbs)!
Tristin Thomas (Junior) * Weight Class: 198 lb
Regionals: 8th Place
Total Lift: 990 lbs
Note: New Personal Records in EVERY lift!
Gabe Holloway (Sophomore) * Weight Class: 220 lb
Regionals: 10th Place
Total Lift: 965 lbs
Note: New Personal Records in EVERY lift!
We are so proud of the grit and determination shown by these young men. Let’s show them some love in the comments! ⬇️
#SHSPowerlifting #StateBound #IronSharpensIron #PantherPride
They demonstrated impressive skill in oxyfuel cutting and completed welding projects in multiple positions while properly adjusting equipment settings and following safe practices throughout the competition.
We are proud of their hard work and dedication in representing our school so well! 💙🖤
It’s time to treat yourself for a great cause. We’re selling Snow Cones this Thursday for $5 to help support our Stanley High School cheerleaders!
Whether you’re in Pre-K or 12th grade, there’s nothing better than a cold treat to sweeten up your school day. Grab one and let’s show that #PantherPride!
🧊 The Details:
When: This Thursday
Price: $5.00
Support: All proceeds go to our SHS Cheerleaders!
It’s time to defend our home court and keep the road to the championship alive! Our Stanley Panthers are officially in the Regional Round of the Class B Playoffs, and the stakes couldn't be higher.
We aren't just playing for a win; we are fighting for that coveted spot at Burton Coliseum in Lake Charles. This is our year to show the state what Panther Pride is all about. Let's make sure the Aggies feel the noise from the moment they step into our gym.
📅 Game Day Details
Opponent: Choudrant Aggies
Date: Tuesday, March 3
Tip-off: 6:00 PM
Theme: 🔵 BLUE OUT 🔵 (Wear your Royal Blue!)
🎟 Ticket Information
Price: $10.00
Where to Buy: Exclusively on the GoFan app.
Note: We need to pack the stands! Get your tickets early to ensure you're part of the sea of blue.
We’ve put in the work, from the weight room to the practice floor—now it’s time to execute.
"The road to Lake Charles goes through Stanley. Let’s protect the den and punch our ticket to Burton!"
#PantherPride #GoBigBlue #StanleyHigh #DeSotoDifference
Our fishing teams showed up and showed out at the North Louisiana High School Fishing League tournament this past weekend!
Big congratulations to:
In the Junior Division:
⭐ Easton Adams & Kason Smith: 5th Place (out of of 41 teams)
In the High School Division:
⭐ Aiden Crooks & Ryder Fletcher: 3rd Place (out of 67 teams)
⭐ Brayden Cawthorn & Hyler Dowden: 11th Place (out of 67 teams)
Tight lines and great times! Congratulations to all the teams who fished this weekend! 🎉
