DeSoto Parish Schools -

October is National Principals Month! Help us celebrate these amazing principals for their hard work, especially during these challenging times. #ThankAPrincipal #DeSotoStrong https://youtu.be/73qbdlK_MCU

Reminder...tomorrow, September 21st, students in grades 6th-12th who are currently on the A/B Hybrid schedule will transition to face to face learning Monday-Thursday, with Friday remaining virtual only. #DeSotoStrong

Today, September 11th, we celebrate Patriot Day. On this day, let us all come together to remember the nearly 3000 victims who died on 9.11.01. Together, we are #DeSotoStrong #NeverForget #PatriotDay

Wishing everyone a Happy Labor Day! We will see you tomorrow! #DeSotoStrong

Schools will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. Have a safe and happy long weekend! #DeSotoStrong

School will be back in session tomorrow for all DeSoto Parish Schools with the exception of Stanley High School. SHS students will report Tuesday-Friday this week.

REMINDER: There will be no face-to-face instruction for students Thursday or Friday. Students will participate in remote learning only. Due to the likelihood of power outages in the area during the storm, no “new” learning will be introduced. Students should use this time to catch up on missing assignments and study for upcoming tests. Stay safe! #DeSotoStrong

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DeSoto is committed to equitable access for students with disabilities as we phase back into face-to-face instruction. For more information, click https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/878240/Return_to_School_Statement-Students_with_Disabilities.pdf .

Reminder, tonight at 6PM, Louisiana Teacher of the Year Semifinalists will be recognized, including MHS teacher Nakia Graham. #DeSotoServes #LAExcellentEducator Be sure to visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/2020-21-dream-teachers-virtual/639246883375167/

This Mon, 6 PM, Dream Teachers will host a Virtual Award Celebration for LA Principals & Teachers of the Year Semifinalists. Nakia Graham, MHS teacher was a LA Semifinalist. Congratulations Nakia! https://www.facebook.com/events/s/2020-21-dream-teachers-virtual/639246883375167/

Desoto Parish Transportation Department is excited to continue the use of the Parent Portal Lite App, Edulog, and are grateful for your patience as we begin the process for this school year. The Edulog App start date will be Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Students should come home with parent information that details the step by step instructions. We feel this app will continue to be a great asset to the Transportation Department, students, and parents of Desoto Parish. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call the Transportation Department (318) 872-2798.

Last year, during our 2019-2020 school year, the National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) presented the District Award of Excellence for Educator Effectiveness to DeSoto Parish Schools. We were excited to see the story that NIET recently published, highlighting last year’s video. Please visit https://www.niet.org/newsroom/show/video/niet-district-award-of-excellence-for-educator-effectiveness-desoto-parish-schools-louisiana to read the release and see the video filmed during the 2019-20 school year. #DeSotoStrong

We look forward to seeing our K-5th Grade students who have been in the Hybrid-A/B Learning Option in the classroom Mon-Thur beginning tomorrow, Aug 17. Fri will remain virtual learning. Again, this is for K-5th that are currently in the Hybrid-A/B Learning Option.

Just a reminder, Superintendent Corley will host another Google Meet tonight at 6:00 PM. District staff will be on the Meet to answer questions you may have in the chat. Join at https://meet.google.com/wfn-itsd-kcv

Students in Middle School & High School will return to campus 4 days per week when the state moves to Phase III. Due to bus capacity and group size restrictions during Phase II, bringing middle & high school students back 4 days per week is not possible. #DeSotoStrong

Virtual Students at all grade levels will continue their current schedule Monday-Friday. Only those students in K-5th grade that are on A/B schedule will return to school 4 days a week, Monday-Thursday, beginning Monday, August 17. Students may switch from Virtual Only into the Hybrid Learning schedule at the end of the 9 week period.

Beginning Monday, August 17th, K-5th Grade Students that are on the Hybrid (A/B) model will report to school 4 days per week, Monday-Thursday. Friday’s will remain virtual only learning days. Our PreK students will attend 5 days a week. Transportation will be provided Monday-Thursday. Parents of Pre-K students will provide transportation on Fridays while all other students are on a 4 day per week schedule.

Today, August 9, we celebrate #NationalBookLoversDay. This is a day you are encouraged to find your favorite reading place, a good book and read the day away! Share your favorite book in your comments. #DeSotoStrong

It's been a great week for us in DeSoto Parish. Enjoy your weekend, and remember...together, we are #DeSotoStrong!