The DeSoto Parish School Board convened for its regular meeting on Thursday, February 1, 2024, and approved the academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. Based on feedback from surveys to internal and external stakeholders, the comprehensive calendar is designed to provide students, parents, and educators with a structured and effective framework for the upcoming academic year.
Key highlights of the approved calendar include a student start date of August 8, 2024, and an end-of-year date set for May 22, 2025, with the standard holiday breaks, including Good Friday. This carefully crafted timeline ensures that students will have ample time for learning and growth while also accommodating the necessary breaks for rest and rejuvenation.
"We are pleased to announce the approval of the 2024-2025 academic calendar," stated Superintendent Clay Corley of DeSoto Parish Schools "Our commitment to providing a well-rounded education extends beyond the classroom, and this thoughtfully planned calendar reflects our dedication to provide an adequate school-work-life balance for our families."
Families are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the approved academic calendar to ensure a successful and organized school year. The DeSoto Parish School Board remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering a high-quality education and looks forward to the positive impact the 2024-2025 academic calendar will have on the entire school community.
Please visit www.desotopsb.com to find the important calendar dates on our homepage for the 2024-2025 school year.