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First stop on the Discover DeSoto tour: Mansfield Elementary School! Perspective new teachers gaining insights into the power of a positive, caring culture on student success. #DiscoverDeSoto #TheDeSotoDifference

🌟 We express our gratitude for Assistant Principal, Mrs. Cora Saverino and Administrative Assistant Kevin Cornet at North DeSoto Middle School! ❤️💙 Your leadership, dedication, and support are invaluable to our school community. #TheDeSotoDifferece

If you weren't able to attend tonight's community meeting about the 2024 North DeSoto Bond Plan, you get still get your questions answered! Check out the Frequently Asked Questions page and use the form on the right to submit your questions! https://www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/nd-bond-24-faq-and-resources

We were honored to host a Communications Summit facilitated by our amazing partners, Apptegy, bringing together our dedicated school leaders and communicators. 💡📚 Together, we delved into the best practices for school communication and learned the importance of collective authorship in storytelling. 🌐💬 The insights gained today will undoubtedly strengthen our ability to connect with our school community and showcase the incredible journey of our students and educators. Thank you, Apptegy, for empowering us with the tools to amplify our story! #DeSotoServes #TheDeSotoDifference

We appreciate Mrs. Lindsay Burford, our outstanding assistant principal at North DeSoto Lower Elementary! ❤️💙 Thank you for all that you do to create a positive learning environment! #TheDeSotoDifference

We send a special shoutout to Mrs. Darden and Mrs. Theodos, the wonderful assistant principals at North DeSoto Upper Elementary! ❤️💙 Your dedication, kindness, and leadership make our school shine brighter every day. Thank you for all that you do! 🏫 #TheDeSotoDifference

Today is World Autism Awareness Day, where we celebrate individuals with Autism and bring awareness to the importance of advocacy, intervention, and support of this exceptionality. #SPEDTalkTuesday #SpreadKindness

It's another Terrific Tuesday here in DeSoto where our commitment to creating a positive and caring culture continues on. Coach Tyler Warren at NDMS reminding you that WE LOVE YOU this much!!!

We want to express our heartfelt appreciation to Administrative Assistant, Mr. Hill and Assistant Principal, Mrs. Cassel, at Mansfield Elementary! 💚 Your passion and commitment to our students and staff are truly admirable. 🏫 #TheDeSotoDifference.

🏫 Shoutout to North DeSoto High School and their amazing assistant principals, Mrs. Rhoads and Mr. Saverino. Your dedication and leadership make a difference every day! ❤️💙#TheDeSotoDifference.

🏫🎉 Let's kick off National Assistant Principals Week! Thank you for all your hard work and dedication behind the scenes! Let's begin by giving a big shoutout to Mrs. Ogunyemi and Coach Hill at Mansfield High School - you both exemplify Wolverine Pride! 💚 #TheDeSotoDifference

We wish all of our DeSoto Parish Schools families a happy Easter Sunday!

Get your questions answered about the North DeSoto Bond Proposal that will be on the ballot for the April 27 Election during a community meeting on Tuesday, April 2 at 6 p.m. at North DeSoto Lower Elementary School.

Featured Frequently Asked Question: How is the April 2024 bond proposal different from the November 2023 plan that was rejected by voters? The April 2024 bond plan is $47.5 million less than the November 2023 plan. The November 2023 proposal was for a total of $130 million and included a new high school( for 1200 students), improvements to the lower elementary school, and athletic spaces. The April 2024 proposal is significantly reduced in costs at $85.2 million. Many items that were in the 2023 bond plan have been eliminated in the new proposal to better align with the community’s desire to focus on academics. https://www.desotopsb.com/page/nd-bond-24-faq-and-resources

Featured Frequently Asked Question: If the bond proposes a millage increase of 22, wouldn’t the total millage be 25.6? No. The current millage of 3.6 expires in December 2024. If approved, the $85.2 million bond will assess a total millage of 22, not an increase of 22. District 2 residents can use the online tax calculator to calculate their impact. Featured Frequently Asked Question: If the bond proposes a millage increase of 22, wouldn’t the total millage be 25.6? No. The current millage of 3.6 expires in December 2024. If approved, the $85.2 million bond will assess a total millage of 22, not an increase of 22. You can use the online tax calculator to calculate your impact and submit any questions to questions@desotopsb.com https://www.desotopsb.com/o/desoto-parish-schools/page/bondcalculator2-copy

Fresh Feeling Friday! March is Social Work Month! Social Work Month encourages support of the profession, uplifts social workers, and celebrates their contributions. The theme for this year, chosen by the National Association of Social Work, is “Empowering Social Workers!

Happy Social Work Month to our awesome Social Workers!

In observance of Spring Break, all administrative offices and school campuses will be closed from March 24th to March 29th. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday, April 1st! Check out a special message from Superintendent Corley as we reflect on the valuable work we do to drive our core values and mission. Enjoy a safe and relaxing break! 🌸🌞 Dear students, staff, and families, Spring Break is finally here! This upcoming week, we're taking a break from classes, tests, and homework. It's a golden opportunity to step back, unwind, and recharge. Spring Break is a chance to prioritize yourself and your loved ones, which the daily grind often makes difficult. I want to express my appreciation for all of your hard work as scholars and educators. The personal standard of high performance and expectation of excellence that exists throughout our system is not just a source of pride but the driving force behind our collective success. All across our district, our students and staff continue to be recognized for excellence in so many different areas. It's a testament to the hard work and dedication of each and every one of you. Whether in the classroom, athletic fields, or extracurricular activities, the grit and determination to be better tomorrow than we are today is the hallmark of #TheDeSotoDifference. So, whether traveling abroad or staying close to home, I encourage you to take some time to engage in activities that bring you joy and relaxation. A recharged battery and a renewed sense of purpose will launch us into the final stretch of the school year, where I am confident we will continue to rise to the occasion and embrace every opportunity that lies ahead. Thank you for all that you do. Have a wonderful Spring break! For Students' Sake, Clay J. Corley Superintendent

High performance begins with full engagement and these MMS Wolverines are fully engaged! #DeSotoStrong

The DeSoto Parish School Board is dedicated to being a good steward of taxpayer dollars and are committed to using our resources to provide excellent educational opportunities for our students. The cost to the taxpayer depends on the value of your home. For example, a $300,000 home in District No. 2 (North DeSoto) with a homestead exemption of $75,000 would have an adjusted taxable value of $225,000 which would be assessed at 10%. The increase from a millage of 3.6 to 22 would result in an annual increase of $414 per year or $34.50 per month. https://www.desotopsb.com/page/nd-bond-24-tax-impact