Fathers and Father Figures: DeSoto ISD Needs YOU!: DeSoto ISD Launches All Pro Dads Program District-Wide
DeSoto Independent School District (DeSoto ISD) is excited
to announce the official district-wide launch of the All Pro Dads program
from 6-7:30 pm on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the DeSoto High
School Academy Cafeteria. This special event coincides with the
kickoff of National Parent Involvement Month, highlighting the
importance of family engagement in student success.
"The All Pro Dads program is a wonderful opportunity to
strengthen family connections and create positive, lasting impacts on our
students, said DeSoto ISD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Usamah Rodgers. “By
engaging fathers and father figures district-wide, we are fostering a
supportive culture that benefits our students, staff, and community."
The All Pro Dads program is designed to strengthen
relationships between fathers, father figures, mentors, and their children,
while fostering a supportive network across all district campuses. This launch
event will introduce participants to the program’s goals, curriculum, and
opportunities for engagement, providing hands-on experiences rather than simply
delivering information.
Event Highlights Include:
- Welcome
& Check-In: Sign-in, greetings, and networking
- Opening
Remarks: Insights from district leaders, including Dr. Morrow, Mr.
Robinson, and Mrs. Harden
- Keynote
Speaker: Info to Come!
- Curriculum
Sample Session: Icebreakers, small group discussions, interactive
activities, and prizes
- Closing
& Next Steps: Materials distribution, meeting sign-ups, and raffle
prizes
Target Audience:
- Fathers,
step-fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and mentors throughout the district
- Students,
especially younger learners, attending with their father figure to build a
family-friendly atmosphere
- Campus
staff, principals, and district leaders demonstrating support and
engagement
Benefits of the Program:
- Builds
momentum and visibility for the All Pro Dads initiative
- Ensures
a uniform launch so all campuses begin on the same page
- Engages
participants through interactive, meaningful experiences
- Fosters
connections among dads and between campuses
- Supports
early recruitment by encouraging ongoing participation
Registration: Open now through Monday, October 27,
2025. Participants are encouraged to sign up early to secure their spot.
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/DeISDAPD2025.
Dr. Gene Morrow, DeSoto ISD Executive Director of Student
Support Services said,
"This launch is about more than
just a program—it’s about creating a sense of connection and momentum across
all campuses. We want fathers and mentors to experience the curriculum, bond
with their children, and become champions of family engagement in our
schools."
For more information and to register, visit https://tinyurl.com/DeISDAPD2025.