What's New

JUVENILE SUSPECT IN CUSTODY FOR DESOTO SCHOOL PHONE THREAT
08/17/2022
The person who issued threats of violence against DeSoto ISD’s Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy in a Tuesday morning 9-1-1 call is in custody.
Read More About JUVENILE SUSPECT IN CUSTODY FOR DESOTO SCHOOL PHONE THREAT
clear
Campus Safety Update - August 16, 2022
08/16/2022
DeSoto ISD Updates School Community Regarding Campus Safety Concern on Aug.16.2022.
Read More About Campus Safety Update - August 16, 2022
clear
District Alum Turned Trustee Earns LTASB Master Trustee Designation
08/16/2022
DeSoto ISD congratulates School Board Trustee Dr. Tiffany Clark who has earned the Leadership Texas Association of School Board’s Master Trustee Designation.
Read More About District Alum Turned Trustee Earns LTASB Master Trustee Designation
clear
DESOTO POLICE AND ISD OFFICIALS TAKE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AT MULTIPLE SCHOOLS FOLLOWING TUESDAY AM THREAT
08/16/2022
A 9-1-1 call early Tuesday morning threatening violence against DeSoto ISD’s Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy prompted DeSoto Police and ISD officials to take the precautionary steps .
Read More About DESOTO POLICE AND ISD OFFICIALS TAKE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AT MULTIPLE SCHOOLS FOLLOWING TUESDAY AM THREAT
clear
DeSoto ISD Mask Mandate Statement
08/15/2022
DeSoto ISD will open the 2022-2023 school year under a continuation of the district’s mask mandate which was enacted by the DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees following a recommendation from the district’s former administration in August 2021.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Mask Mandate Statement
clear
Celebrating B Line to Excellence
STAAR Results are In: DeSoto ISD is making a B-Line to Excellence
08/15/2022
Texas Education Agency released state accountability ratings for local education agencies and DeSoto ISD is pleased to announce that the district earned a “B” for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Read More About STAAR Results are In: DeSoto ISD is making a B-Line to Excellence
clear
DeSoto ISD Board to Launch Aspiring Trustee Academy
08/12/2022
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees has designed a FREE training academy for future aspiring trustees that will provide in-person, collaborative, and interactive training. The Aspiring Trustee Academy is designed for those interested in exploring service as a publicly-elected educational advocate.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board to Launch Aspiring Trustee Academy
clear
2022-2023 Bus Routes
08/10/2022
DeSoto ISD will offer transportation for students living two or more miles from their home school(s).
Read More About 2022-2023 Bus Routes
clear
Alumni Spotlight - Jereigha Robinson, DHS Class of 2019
08/01/2022
DeSoto High School Class of 2019 Alumna Jereigha Robinson is an upcoming first year law student at Howard University School of Law in Washington, DC.
Read More About Alumni Spotlight - Jereigha Robinson, DHS Class of 2019
clear
Back to School Fair Graphic
DeSoto ISD Back-to-School Fair Preps Families, Community for Upcoming School Year
07/28/2022
DeSoto ISD will host its Back-to-School Fair on Saturday, August 13 from 9 a.m. to Noon at DeSoto High School. It is open to all district families.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Back-to-School Fair Preps Families, Community for Upcoming School Year
clear
NFL PARTNERS WITH NIKE TO HOST THE FIRST NIKE KICKOFF CLASSIC AT NIKE WORLD HEADQUARTERS
07/28/2022
The National Football League in partnership with Nike announced a first-of-its-kind football classic to kick off the 2022 high school football season.
Read More About NFL PARTNERS WITH NIKE TO HOST THE FIRST NIKE KICKOFF CLASSIC AT NIKE WORLD HEADQUARTERS
clear
DeSoto ISD Announces New Leadership Appointments
07/26/2022
During the July 25, 2022, regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees, the district approved the appointment of three leadership positions.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Announces New Leadership Appointments
clear
DeSoto ISD Preliminary STAAR/EOC Data Indicate Possible B State Accountability Rating
07/21/2022
DeSoto Independent School District’s State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) / End-of-Course (EOC) assessments preliminary data showed promising gains that reflect the forward movement and progress of the district’s focus on student achievement.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Preliminary STAAR/EOC Data Indicate Possible B State Accountability Rating
clear
DeSoto Football to Open Online Ticket Sales for 22 Campaign
07/20/2022
The DeSoto Eagles Football team is gearing up for action and it’s time to purchase tickets to ensure you get a great seat to catch this year’s high flying gridiron action.
Read More About DeSoto Football to Open Online Ticket Sales for 22 Campaign
clear
Coach Larry Goad Enters Hall of Fame!
07/13/2022
Retired DeSoto High School Girls Basketball Coach Larry Goad was recently announced as a member of the Texas High School Basketball Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023.
Read More About Coach Larry Goad Enters Hall of Fame!
clear
Support DeSoto ISD Through Kroger's Back Pack Boosters
07/12/2022
DeSoto Independent School District has again been selected as one of a number of area school districts to participate in the Kroger Dallas Division annual Backpack Boosters school supply drive.
Read More About Support DeSoto ISD Through Kroger's Back Pack Boosters
clear
DeSoto ISD Clarifies 2022-2023 Dress Code
07/07/2022
Given feedback and data from the surveys and focus groups regarding dress code, DeSoto ISD will recommend standardized dress for the 2022-2023 academic year and made revisions to the district’s dress code based on parent, student, and staff feedback.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Clarifies 2022-2023 Dress Code
clear
DeSoto ISD Names New Principal at DeSoto High School
07/01/2022
During a special meeting held on Friday, July 1, 2022, the DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees approved the administration’s recommendation to appoint Jasen Campbell as principal of DeSoto High School.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Names New Principal at DeSoto High School
clear
City of DeSoto Mayor Rachel Proctor provides dormitory supplies to college bound students
06/30/2022
Mayor Rachel Proctor delivered college dorm essentials to two recent DeSoto High School graduates headed to Prairie View A&M University.
Read More About City of DeSoto Mayor Rachel Proctor provides dormitory supplies to college bound students
clear
Local Church Committed to Campus Cleanup Efforts
06/28/2022
Tackling the Texas heat can be a challenge. Oaks Church in Red Oak, Texas took on the heat with helping hands at DeSoto Independent School District’s Cockrell Hill Elementary School during their Serve Day, Saturday, June 25.
Read More About Local Church Committed to Campus Cleanup Efforts
clear
T. Jackson Retirement graphic
Employee Retirement Spotlight: DeSoto ISD Human Resources Benefits Specialist Theresa Jackson Retires after 22 years of Service to the District
06/27/2022
DeSoto ISD HR Leaves, Benefits & Substitute Specialist Theresa Jackson is retiring after 22 years of service in the human resources and finance departments.
Read More About Employee Retirement Spotlight: DeSoto ISD Human Resources Benefits Specialist Theresa Jackson Retires after 22 years of Service to the District
clear
Board Approves Trio of Leadership Appointments
06/27/2022
During the June 27, 2022, regular monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees, the district approved the appointment of three leadership positions.
Read More About Board Approves Trio of Leadership Appointments
clear
Top DHS Class of 2022 Students Make District History
06/23/2022
This year marks the first time the top two seniors in DeSoto ISD, a 70% African-American student-populated district, were both of Hispanic origin.
Read More About Top DHS Class of 2022 Students Make District History
clear
2022 STAAR Test Results
06/21/2022
Parents, view this story to learn how to access your scholar's 2022 STAAR scores.
Read More About 2022 STAAR Test Results
clear
TI Foundation Award Recipients 2022
Three DeSoto ISD Teachers Received Texas Instruments Foundation Innovations in STEM Teaching Awards
06/20/2022
DeSoto ISD congratulates Ashley Simpson of DeSoto West Middle School and co-recipients Christina Falcon and Gary Roe of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy (KJTMA) who recently received the 2022 Texas Instruments Foundation Innovations in STEM Teaching Awards.
Read More About Three DeSoto ISD Teachers Received Texas Instruments Foundation Innovations in STEM Teaching Awards
clear
Board Approves Increased Staff Salaries
06/08/2022
DeSoto ISD is pleased to announce its 2022-2023 teacher compensation plan approved by the Board of Trustees during a special called meeting on June 8, 2022.
Read More About Board Approves Increased Staff Salaries
clear
DHS Alumnus A Holley and Teacher N Madison
DHS Alumnus Alex Holley Returns to His Alma Mater With Hope in Hands
06/06/2022
DeSoto High School Class of 2020 alumnus and boxing Olympic hopeful Alex Holley recently returned to the DeSoto High School campus for a visit near the close of the 2022-23 academic school year with great news.
Read More About DHS Alumnus Alex Holley Returns to His Alma Mater With Hope in Hands
clear
DeSoto ISD is Providing Free Meals Throughout the Summer
06/03/2022
To ensure that children continue receiving delicious and nutritious meals throughout the summer DeSoto ISD will continue its annual free summer meals program.
Read More About DeSoto ISD is Providing Free Meals Throughout the Summer
clear
CHE Teacher with students
Board to Review Revised Compensation Plan at June 8 Special Called Meeting
06/03/2022
DeSoto ISD administrators will present an enhanced, revised compensation plan for consideration to the Board of Trustees at a special called meeting slated to begin at 6:30 pm on June 8.
Read More About Board to Review Revised Compensation Plan at June 8 Special Called Meeting
clear
DeSoto ISD statement on violence in Uvalde ISD
05/25/2022
​As we are learning more details about the tragic shooting in a Uvalde, Texas school, DeSoto ISD would like to express the district’s heartfelt condolences to the families and staff in Uvalde who are devastated by this vile and unexpected act of violence.
Read More About DeSoto ISD statement on violence in Uvalde ISD
clear
Mental Health Resources Available
05/25/2022
Yesterday’s shooting in Uvalde was a senseless and tragic loss of life. The event and subsequent news coverage may have an impact on the mental well-being of our school community.
Read More About Mental Health Resources Available
clear
DeSoto ISD Preparing Competitive Teacher Compensation Plan
05/25/2022
The national teaching shortage, the great resignation, shifting trends and attitudes regarding post-pandemic education, and the spur of interest in entrepreneurship have all posed concerns for educational entities across the country looking to staff teaching roles for the upcoming school year.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Preparing Competitive Teacher Compensation Plan
clear
Backpacks Are Not Allowed on Campuses May 26 & 27
05/25/2022
In order to reduce any potential distractions and concerns and to facilitate a smooth early release and closure to the academic school year, no backpacks will be allowed on campuses.
Read More About Backpacks Are Not Allowed on Campuses May 26 & 27
clear
Students asked to return all district-Issued Devices, Accessories, Chargers Before Summer Break
05/25/2022
To update DeSoto Independent School District issued devices, the district needs to collect all student devices, accessories, and chargers before students dismiss for summer break this week.
Read More About Students asked to return all district-Issued Devices, Accessories, Chargers Before Summer Break
clear
DeSoto ISD is Soaring Ahead: Hires New Superintendent, Welcomes New Trustee
05/24/2022
In a special called meeting on Monday, May 16, DeSoto ISD School Board trustees unanimously approved Dr. Usamah Rodgers as the new DeSoto ISD Superintendent and welcomed reelected trustee Cynthia Watson Banks (Place 1) and newly elected trustee Chasiti McKissic (Place 2)
Read More About DeSoto ISD is Soaring Ahead: Hires New Superintendent, Welcomes New Trustee
clear
DHS Choirs End Year with a Spring Concert
05/20/2022
DeSoto High School Choral Department brought “LOVE” to the stage during their Spring concert “A Night of Love.”
Read More About DHS Choirs End Year with a Spring Concert
clear
Soaring to the Top: Teacher of the Year Honorees Selected by Campus Peers
05/19/2022
DeSoto ISD is pleased to announce its 2022 Teacher of the Year honorees! Representing all 10 campuses throughout the District, educators were selected by their schools for this annual and distinctive honor.
Read More About Soaring to the Top: Teacher of the Year Honorees Selected by Campus Peers
clear
DeSoto ISD Bilingual, ESL, and LOTE families gather for a Cinco de Mayo Celebration
05/17/2022
DeSoto ISD Bilingual, ESL and LOTE Elementary students and their families gathered to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Bilingual, ESL, and LOTE families gather for a Cinco de Mayo Celebration
clear
DeSoto ISD Staff Add SEL and Restorative Practices to Their Educator’s Toolkit
05/17/2022
Educators received hands-on training on social-emotional learning competencies & restorative practice strategies.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Staff Add SEL and Restorative Practices to Their Educator’s Toolkit
clear
CDC Awards DHS students $10K in scholarships
05/16/2022
During their scheduled May meeting, the Concerned DeSoto Citizens (CDC) organization awarded $10K in scholarships to three DeSoto High School students!
Read More About CDC Awards DHS students $10K in scholarships
clear
2022 DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees Election Results
05/09/2022
The unofficial results are in for the DeSoto ISD school board election, which took place on May 7.
Read More About 2022 DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees Election Results
clear
Eagle Peer Mediator Ella Allen
Soaring in Unison
05/06/2022
Students love communicating with other students, which they often prefer over adults. Eagle Peer Mediation encourages students to use what they love to take charge of settling their own conflicts.
Read More About Soaring in Unison
clear
DHS Students and District Leaders at 2022 Signing Day Event
DHS Academic Signing Day: DeSoto High School Class of 2022 Seniors Prepared to Embrace the Future
05/06/2022
Several DeSoto High School Class of 2022 seniors publicly declared their post-secondary commitments and the announcement of their receipt of full-tuition scholarships during the DHS Academic Signing Day on April 29
Read More About DHS Academic Signing Day: DeSoto High School Class of 2022 Seniors Prepared to Embrace the Future
clear
Decisions for Life - DeSoto High School Decision Day provides continuous path for scholars
05/06/2022
Decisions are meant to be made, as was the case for 100 seniors who were honored at DeSoto High School on Monday, May 2, 2022 during the school’s annual Decision Day celebration.
Read More About Decisions for Life - DeSoto High School Decision Day provides continuous path for scholars
clear
Cockrell Hill Elementary School and Texas A&M-Commerce representatives pose with Children's author Dr. Michael Sampson
Armadillo Antics at Cockrell Hill Elementary
05/02/2022
Famed children’s author Dr. Michael Sampson stops by CHE on Armadillo Antics book tour.
Read More About Armadillo Antics at Cockrell Hill Elementary
clear
05/02/2022
The Best Southwest Partnership has again partnered with local school districts to sponsor $1,000 annual scholarships!
Read More About
clear
Darrin Henson speaks with DHS students
Feeding the Soul
04/28/2022
Award-winning actor and choreographer Darrin Henson delivers life lessons to DeSoto High School juniors and seniors.
Read More About Feeding the Soul
clear
DeSoto ISD Hall of Honor Class of 2022
04/22/2022
DeSoto ISD excitedly announces the 2022 class of the Hall of Honor! This year’s honorees include long-time educators and student advocates who have served with excellence in their chosen field, including their significant benefit to DeSoto ISD.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Hall of Honor Class of 2022
clear
PTA Partners with WalMart to Support District Initiatives
04/22/2022
A recent community grant from WalMart provided partial or complete funding for multiple high impact initiatives in the DeSoto ISD community.
Read More About PTA Partners with WalMart to Support District Initiatives
clear
DeSoto ISD Names Lone Finalist for Superintendent Role
04/21/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees named Dr. Usamah Rodgers as the lone finalist for the district’s superintendent position.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Names Lone Finalist for Superintendent Role
clear
DeSoto ISD’s new Chief of HR has connection to leader at Woodridge Elementary
04/21/2022
Advancing through the education ranks, Dean has worked in Cedar Hill ISD, Mansfield ISD and as the Director of Human Resources - Elementary in Arlington ISD.
Read More About DeSoto ISD’s new Chief of HR has connection to leader at Woodridge Elementary
clear
Career Expo
DeSoto ISD Seeks More Professionals to Support Student Achievement
04/20/2022
Driven by the mission to ensure that all students without exception learn and grow to their highest levels, DeSoto ISD is seeking certified teachers and district support staff to positively impact student learning.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Seeks More Professionals to Support Student Achievement
clear
KJTMA Eighth Grade Students Receive DeSoto Early College Acceptance Letters
04/19/2022
DeSoto ISD is proud to celebrate the inaugural eighth grade class of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy students who received DeSoto Early College High School acceptance letters in a surprise ceremony in April.
Read More About KJTMA Eighth Grade Students Receive DeSoto Early College Acceptance Letters
clear
Former DeSoto High School Boys’ Basketball Coach Dyer Remembers DHS Alum and Dallas College Coach Dwight Coleman, Jr.
04/19/2022
Former DeSoto High School Eagles Basketball coach Chris Dyer, remembers Dallas Christian College Coach Dwight Coleman, Jr. who passed away unexpectedly Apr. 5, 2022 at age 37.
Read More About Former DeSoto High School Boys’ Basketball Coach Dyer Remembers DHS Alum and Dallas College Coach Dwight Coleman, Jr.
clear
DeSoto ISD Hosts Dress Code Review Meetings
04/19/2022
DeSoto Independent School District will be meeting with parents and other stakeholder groups to discuss and understand sentiments regarding the district’s intent to propose a uniform-based dress code for the 2022-2023 school year.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Hosts Dress Code Review Meetings
clear
DeSoto ISD Board Approves 2022-2023 Academic Calendar
04/18/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District’s Board of Trustees approved the 2022-2023 school year academic calendar during the Monday, Feb. 28, 2022, regular board meeting.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board Approves 2022-2023 Academic Calendar
clear
DeSoto ISD’s Equity Committee developing tool to aid leaders in decision-making
04/18/2022
Leaders often make decisions that are crucial to an organization’s sustainability and well-being. What leads them to the decisions they make is at the core of a newly-formed Equity Committee to offer support.
Read More About DeSoto ISD’s Equity Committee developing tool to aid leaders in decision-making
clear
Preparing the Road to College
04/12/2022
The DeSoto ISD NXT Gen GEAR UP grant team has partnered with Texas Tutors to create a Road to College (RTC) program for talented high school students to gain exposure to rigorous academic coursework and to communities of talented peers.
Read More About Preparing the Road to College
clear
DeSoto High School Career and Technical Education Students Extend Learning into the Metaverse
04/11/2022
The new partnership between the DeSoto High School Career and Technical Education (CTE) Department is taking student learning to the metaverse through a recent partnership with Redhouse Virtual Education, a metaverse agency that specializes in schools and academic learning.
Read More About DeSoto High School Career and Technical Education Students Extend Learning into the Metaverse
clear
DeSoto ISD Celebrates Its Assistant Principals
04/06/2022
DeSoto ISD Recognizes Its Assistant Principals During National Assistant Principals Week.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Celebrates Its Assistant Principals
clear
DHS Circle of Champions Parade
04/05/2022
DeSoto High School has so many awards and accolades to celebrate that we’re having a parade!
Read More About DHS Circle of Champions Parade
clear
DeSoto High School Students to Host HBCU College Fair
04/05/2022
In alignment with the DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees’ goals for student future readiness, DeSoto High School students who wanted to learn more about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have organized an HBCU College Fair to be held at DHS on Wednesday, April 20, 2022.
Read More About DeSoto High School Students to Host HBCU College Fair
clear
G.R.E.A.T. Summer Program Available for Students in Grades 5 and 6
04/04/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District, in partnership with the DeSoto and Glenn Heights Police Departments, is once again offering the Gang Resistance Education and Training (G.R.E.A.T.).
Read More About G.R.E.A.T. Summer Program Available for Students in Grades 5 and 6
clear
DESOTO ISD BOARD MEETING NOTES: March 28, 2022
04/04/2022
View a recap of the major votes/actions of the March meeting.
Read More About DESOTO ISD BOARD MEETING NOTES: March 28, 2022
clear
District and City Partner for Autism Awareness Event
04/01/2022
April is Autism Awareness month, providing opportunities to share stories, educate communities and foster worldwide support and acceptance of people with autism.
Read More About District and City Partner for Autism Awareness Event
clear
DeSoto ISD Enrollment Underway with Kickoff Events Coming Soon for Pre-K & Kindergarten Students
04/01/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District enrollment process began April 1, with in-person events scheduled next week for registering pre-k and kindergarten students.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Enrollment Underway with Kickoff Events Coming Soon for Pre-K & Kindergarten Students
clear
DeSoto ISD Presents the 2022 State of District Address to the Business, Civic Community
04/01/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District presented the annual State of the District to its local business & civic community during a lunch event hosted by the DeSoto Chamber of Commerce on March 28, 2022.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Presents the 2022 State of District Address to the Business, Civic Community
clear
DeSoto ISD makes gains in four-year college graduation rates
03/22/2022
The DeSoto High School Classes of 2014 to 2017 have recorded a four-year college graduation rate increase of 3.4 percentage points, in alignment with the DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees’ number one goal of future readiness.
Read More About DeSoto ISD makes gains in four-year college graduation rates
clear
Together We Win Parent Info Meetings Slated for Mar 19-20
03/15/2022
DeSoto ISD Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Lewis will discuss the upcoming changes to student behavioral management including student and family expectations.
Read More About Together We Win Parent Info Meetings Slated for Mar 19-20
clear
DeSoto ISD CCMR Award Finalist
03/11/2022
The CCMR department has been selected as a model district and is now a finalist to receive the Excellence in College and Career Prep Award
Read More About DeSoto ISD CCMR Award Finalist
clear
Ruby Young Drone Academy Celebrates First Graduates!
03/11/2022
Thirteen Ruby Young Personalized STEAM Academy (RYPSA) students received certificates of completion for successfully passing the first courses of instruction in the RYPSA Drone Academy.
Read More About Ruby Young Drone Academy Celebrates First Graduates!
clear
Student Spotlight: DHS Junior Jailen Boehm
03/11/2022
DeSoto High School junior Jailen Boehm has big plans for the summer of 2022!
Read More About Student Spotlight: DHS Junior Jailen Boehm
clear
March 11, 2022, District Statement re:DHS Incident
03/11/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District takes matters of safety and security seriously.
Read More About March 11, 2022, District Statement re:DHS Incident
clear
District to Host Campus Safety and Security Meetings
03/11/2022
In order to help our families understand and discuss new expectations for safety, security, culture, and climate at our campuses, the District will host campus meetings.
Read More About District to Host Campus Safety and Security Meetings
clear
DeSoto High School Announces Its Top Two Students in the Class of 2022
03/11/2022
DeSoto High School celebrated Valerie Villacorta, Class of 2022 Valedictorian and Ancela Soriano, Class of 2022 Salutatorian.
Read More About DeSoto High School Announces Its Top Two Students in the Class of 2022
clear
District Update: Closure March 11
03/10/2022
DeSoto ISD students will initiate Spring Break effective this evening and students will not attend school on Friday, March 11.
Read More About District Update: Closure March 11
clear
March 9, 2022, District Statement re: Campus Concern
03/09/2022
When matters of concern arise, we value the opportunity to share accurate, timely, and relevant information with you.
Read More About March 9, 2022, District Statement re: Campus Concern
clear
DeSoto ISD Libraries and Campuses Kick-Off March with Literacy Activities
03/08/2022
The DeSoto ISD Libraries and school campuses are celebrating National Reading Month throughout March and recently observed Read Across America.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Libraries and Campuses Kick-Off March with Literacy Activities
clear
The Stage is Set for the May 2022 DeSoto ISD School Board Election
03/07/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees filing period has concluded and the candidate list is set for the 2022 Board of Trustees election scheduled for May 7, 2022.
Read More About The Stage is Set for the May 2022 DeSoto ISD School Board Election
clear
DeSoto ISD Trustees to Host Bi-Monthly Town Hall on March 24
03/07/2022
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will host an in-person town hall at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 24.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Trustees to Host Bi-Monthly Town Hall on March 24
clear
DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes: Feb. 28, 2022
03/03/2022
View a recap of the major votes/actions of the February meeting.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes: Feb. 28, 2022
clear
K-12 Enrollment Now Open for 2022-2023 School Year
03/02/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District is working ahead to prepare for an exciting and successful 2022-2023 school year.
Read More About K-12 Enrollment Now Open for 2022-2023 School Year
clear
KJTMA, RYPSA to Open Special Magnet Application Period for Scholars
03/02/2022
New and exciting opportunities are now available at two of DeSoto ISD’s premier campuses!
Read More About KJTMA, RYPSA to Open Special Magnet Application Period for Scholars
clear
DeSoto ISD Celebrates Texas Public Schools Week Feb. 28th – Mar. 04
03/01/2022
DeSoto ISD will join students and educators throughout the State of Texas in inviting their communities to visit schools to see firsthand how students are preparing for the future.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Celebrates Texas Public Schools Week Feb. 28th – Mar. 04
clear
DeSoto ISD Girls’ Basketball Headed to State Championship Tournament
02/28/2022
The DeSoto High School girls’ basketball team is headed to San Antonio in search of another state title. This is their third appearance in the contest within the past four years.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Girls’ Basketball Headed to State Championship Tournament
clear
S.W.A.P. Parent Resource Center Growing to Support Needs
02/23/2022
DeSoto ISD opened the Parent Resource Center in partnership with local 501c3 organization, Serving with a Purpose (S.W.A.P.), to assist families with practical as well as educational needs. As needs prior to and created by COVID-19 have grown, so has the Parent Resource Center.
Read More About S.W.A.P. Parent Resource Center Growing to Support Needs
clear
DeSoto ISD Hosts Immunization Clinic
02/23/2022
DeSoto ISD is partnering with Allied Health to provide an immunization clinic for district students. Families who may be behind schedule on certain shots may use this opportunity to catch up. This is also a prime opportunity to be prepared for the 2022-23 school year by getting any required updates now.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Hosts Immunization Clinic
clear
DeSoto ISD BGLO Unity Day is living African American History
02/16/2022
DeSoto ISD Black Greek Letter Organization (BGLO) members are sharing insights and information about their historic organizations in a unity project.
Read More About DeSoto ISD BGLO Unity Day is living African American History
clear
DHS Ellison TMEA
DHS Choir Student, Alexandria Ellison, Receives TMEA All-State-Honors
02/14/2022
DeSoto High School senior, Alexandria Ellison, a member of the DHS A Cappella Choir, was selected to receive All-State Honors by the Texas Music Educators Association.
Read More About DHS Choir Student, Alexandria Ellison, Receives TMEA All-State-Honors
clear
PVAMU Scholarship Offers to DHS students
02/11/2022
Three DeSoto High School seniors received full-tuition scholarship offers to attend Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU).
Read More About PVAMU Scholarship Offers to DHS students
clear
June Villers COY and HOF
DeSoto ISD's June Villers Selected as TTHSCA Coach of the Year and NHSACA Hall of Fame Recipient
02/11/2022
DeSoto ISD congratulates Assist. Athletic Director and DHS Girls Track & Field Head Coach June Villers on her inaugural TTHSCA Coach of the Year and NHSACA Hall of Fame selection .
Read More About DeSoto ISD's June Villers Selected as TTHSCA Coach of the Year and NHSACA Hall of Fame Recipient
clear
Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Honors National Junior Honor Society Scholars
02/11/2022
On January 26, 2022, Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School (CMMS) inducted and honored the campus’ first cohort of National Junior Honor Society scholars since 2019.
Read More About Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Honors National Junior Honor Society Scholars
clear
DeSoto ISD Students Celebrates the 100th Day of School
02/11/2022
DeSoto ISD Elementary Students celebrate the 100th Day of School
Read More About DeSoto ISD Students Celebrates the 100th Day of School
clear
CTE Month
Celebrate Today, Own Tomorrow!
02/10/2022
The DeSoto Independent School District joins other school systems across the nation during the month of February to celebrate national Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month®.
Read More About Celebrate Today, Own Tomorrow!
clear
DeSoto ISD Celebrates Student-Athletes and Families on National Signing Day
02/08/2022
Seventeen student-athletes accepted college athletic scholarships Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2022 at DeSoto High School during the school’s annual National Signing Day event.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Celebrates Student-Athletes and Families on National Signing Day
clear
DeSoto ISD Recognizes Counseling Staff During National School Counselor Week
02/08/2022
National School Counseling Week 2022, “School Counseling: Better Together,” sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), will be celebrated from Feb. 7–11, 2022.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Recognizes Counseling Staff During National School Counselor Week
clear
Inclement Weather Update, Feb. 1, 2022
02/01/2022
DeSoto ISD is actively monitoring the report of potential winter weather this week on Thursday, Feb. 3 and Friday, Feb. 4 and we want to ensure that our families are aware of our Inclement Weather Procedures.
Read More About Inclement Weather Update, Feb. 1, 2022
clear
Progress Monitoring Update
Monthly Progress Monitoring Update: January 2022
01/31/2022
DeSoto ISD School Board and Administration shared an update on the district's progress during the Jan. 2022 school board meeting.
Read More About Monthly Progress Monitoring Update: January 2022
clear
Calendar Survey
DeSoto ISD 22-23 Academic Calendar Survey
01/29/2022
DeSoto ISD encourages its school community to help select the 2022-23 academic calendar.
Read More About DeSoto ISD 22-23 Academic Calendar Survey
clear
DeSoto ISD Hall of Honor Nominations Open
01/28/2022
Nominations are now open for the Hall of Honor Class of 2022!
Read More About DeSoto ISD Hall of Honor Nominations Open
clear
Superintendent Search
DeSoto ISD Opens Superintendent Search for Next District Leader
01/28/2022
DeSoto ISD officially opens its search for its next district leader and is currently accepting applications.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Opens Superintendent Search for Next District Leader
clear
Board Notes: DeSoto ISD January 24
01/28/2022
View a recap of the major votes/actions of the January meeting.
Read More About Board Notes: DeSoto ISD January 24
clear
DeSoto ISD School Board Election Candidate Filing Period Now Open
01/28/2022
The candidate filing dates for the DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees election is open through Feb. 18. Interested candidates may pick up and submit a candidate packet at the DeSoto Instructional Support Center
Read More About DeSoto ISD School Board Election Candidate Filing Period Now Open
clear
Calendar Update Graphic
UPDATE: 21-22 District Academic Calendar
01/26/2022
DeSoto ISD trustees approved an amendment to the 2021-2022 district academic calendar to exchange the inclement weather makeup day of April 18 with the regular school day of May 23, 2022.
Read More About UPDATE: 21-22 District Academic Calendar
clear
DeSoto ISD Trustees to Host Bi-Monthly Town Hall on January 26
01/25/2022
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will host an in-person town hall at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 26, 2022, inside the DeSoto ISD Boardroom.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Trustees to Host Bi-Monthly Town Hall on January 26
clear
DeSoto ISD to Partner with Baylor Scott & White Wellness Center to Offer COVID-19 Vaccination and PCR Testing Clinics for Ages 12 and Up
01/25/2022
DeSoto ISD will partner with Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center to host a pair of COVID-19 vaccination clinics for ages 12 and up on Jan. 29, and Feb.19 at the DeSoto High School Freshman Gym from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Read More About DeSoto ISD to Partner with Baylor Scott & White Wellness Center to Offer COVID-19 Vaccination and PCR Testing Clinics for Ages 12 and Up
clear
TARP
DeSoto ISD to Hold Public Hearing of Annual TAPR Report
01/21/2022
During the regularly scheduled DeSoto ISD's Board of Trustees Meeting on January 24, 2022 at 6:30 PM, the district will hold a public hearing summarizing the results of the 2020-2021 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR).
Read More About DeSoto ISD to Hold Public Hearing of Annual TAPR Report
clear
Back to School 2022
Dr. Lewis Welcomes Students and Staff Back for Spring Semester 2022
01/20/2022
DeSoto ISD Interim Superintendent Dr. Larry Lewis greeted students, faculty and staff on campuses throughout the District Wednesday, Jan. 5. 2022 as they returned to start the second semester.
Read More About Dr. Lewis Welcomes Students and Staff Back for Spring Semester 2022
clear
SEVEN DHS Student-Athletes Tabbed for Prestigious National Hoops Honors
01/19/2022
DeSoto High School’s #2 in the Nation Girls Basketball team boasts SEVEN nominees for the 2022 McDonald’s All-American game.
Read More About SEVEN DHS Student-Athletes Tabbed for Prestigious National Hoops Honors
clear
COVID-19 VACCINES FOR STUDENTS 5 TO 11 ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
01/14/2022
DeSoto Independent School District is partnering with the Burleson Pharmacy to offer free vaccines beginning Tuesday, January 18 through Thursday January 20 at the former DeSoto East Middle School campus.
Read More About COVID-19 VACCINES FOR STUDENTS 5 TO 11 ARE NOW AVAILABLE!
clear
Free Covid-19 Testing
01/10/2022
Those interested in taking advantage of this free COVID-19 PCR testing service which will offer results within 48 hours of testing are not required to pre-register or make an appointment.
Read More About Free Covid-19 Testing
clear
School Board Recognition Month
DeSoto ISD celebrates School Board Recognition Month this January
01/10/2022
January is School Board Recognition Month and DeSoto ISD is honored to celebrate its trustees for their dedication and commitment to the entire school district community.
Read More About DeSoto ISD celebrates School Board Recognition Month this January
clear
President Fleming
Fleming Named Leadership ISD As One Award Recipient
12/16/2021
DeSoto ISD School Board President DeAndrea Fleming was recently awarded the Leadership ISD ‘As One’ Award during the organization’s 10-year anniversary dinner.
Read More About Fleming Named Leadership ISD As One Award Recipient
clear
Dr. Larry Lewis
Board Approves Dr. Larry Lewis as Interim Superintendent
12/16/2021
During the Wednesday, December 15, 2021, special called meeting, the DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to approve Dr. Larry Lewis as the interim superintendent pending resolution of negotiations.
Read More About Board Approves Dr. Larry Lewis as Interim Superintendent
clear
Teacher In Residence
DeSoto ISD Launches Teacher In Residence Hiring Opportunity
12/14/2021
DeSoto ISD continues to work towards creating opportunities to attract and retain high-quality educators.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Launches Teacher In Residence Hiring Opportunity
clear
Bilingual Parent Night
Dec 14: DeSoto ISD to Host Info Meeting for Bilingual and ESL Parents
12/10/2021
DeSoto ISD is working to expand and increase services to bilingual and ESL students with the goal of ensuring an agile and responsive approach to educating students and serving families.
Read More About Dec 14: DeSoto ISD to Host Info Meeting for Bilingual and ESL Parents
clear
PBIS Workshop
Need help redirecting your child’s behavior? DeSoto ISD to Offer Free Family Workshop
12/10/2021
DeSoto Independent School District understands the struggles parents have in creating consistent standards for behavioral expectations for students at home and at school.
Read More About Need help redirecting your child’s behavior? DeSoto ISD to Offer Free Family Workshop
clear
PTA Receives Grant from Walmart
DeSoto ISD PTA Council Receives Grant From Walmart
12/08/2021
The DeSoto ISD PTA Council is proud to announce the receipt of a Community Grant from Walmart in the amount of $5,000.
Read More About DeSoto ISD PTA Council Receives Grant From Walmart
clear
DHS Students Receive While Giving
DHS AP History Students Learn a Unique Lesson While Giving
12/06/2021
In addition to helping feed the community, DHS History students gained something intrinsic that will outlast the food collection campaign.
Read More About DHS AP History Students Learn a Unique Lesson While Giving
clear
Superintendent Search
DeSoto ISD Superintendent Search
12/06/2021
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will host a series of meetings in December and January to collect community input towards the development of the profile for the ideal superintendent.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Superintendent Search
clear
Town Hall Notes
DeSoto ISD Board Town Hall Notes - Nov. 30
12/03/2021
Board notes are not the approved minutes of the DeSoto ISD School Board meeting but are just a recap of the major votes/actions of the meeting.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board Town Hall Notes - Nov. 30
clear
Fall 2021 Experience Survey
Fall 2021 Experience Survey Administration
12/02/2021
DeSoto Invites the School Community to Participate in Fall 2021 Experience Survey Administration
Read More About Fall 2021 Experience Survey Administration
clear
SPED Day
DeSoto ISD Celebrates SPED Professionals
12/02/2021
DeSoto ISD extends great thanks to its Special Education professionals for their service and commitment to families and students with special needs.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Celebrates SPED Professionals
clear
DeSoto ISD Fine Arts Celebrates A Stellar Fall Performance Season
12/01/2021
DeSoto ISD Fine Arts students experience a soaring fall season, winning a plethora of awards and recognitions.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Fine Arts Celebrates A Stellar Fall Performance Season
clear
DHS Face Paint
PTA Sponsors Painting Pathway for DHS Artists
11/30/2021
The DeSoto ISD Council of PTAs sponsored five art students to receive training on the art of face-painting from an artist who has more than 20 years of service and specializes in children’s events.
Read More About PTA Sponsors Painting Pathway for DHS Artists
clear
Football 2021 State Quarterfinals
Football Advances to 2021 State Quarterfinals
11/30/2021
The Eagles will face the Panthers at 7 pm, Saturday, December 4, 2021, at the Ford Center at The Star located at 9 Cowboys Way in Frisco.
Read More About Football Advances to 2021 State Quarterfinals
clear
DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes - Nov. 15
11/29/2021
Board notes are not the approved minutes of the DeSoto ISD School Board meeting but are just a recap of the major votes/actions of the meeting.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes - Nov. 15
clear
Volleyball Lady Eagles Receive District Honors
11/29/2021
Congratulations to our Volleyball Lady Eagles on an outstanding season on and off the court!
Read More About Volleyball Lady Eagles Receive District Honors
clear
DeSoto ISD Advanced Placement Program Experiences Exponential Growth and Student Achievement
11/23/2021
The DeSoto ISD AP program is celebrating several areas of growth and exceptional student achievement.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Advanced Placement Program Experiences Exponential Growth and Student Achievement
clear
Seven DeSoto Lady Eagles Basketball Champions Commit to Division-1 Top Colleges at Early Signing Day
11/18/2021
Seven DeSoto High School Lady Eagles celebrated another history-making milestone as they all signed letters of intent to play Division I Collegiate Basketball .
Read More About Seven DeSoto Lady Eagles Basketball Champions Commit to Division-1 Top Colleges at Early Signing Day
clear
2021 DeSoto ISD Toy Drive
11/17/2021
DeSoto ISD is excited to announce the 2021 annual district toy drive benefiting the Chocolate MINT Foundation’s annualChristmas Candyland event set to take place December 18.
Read More About 2021 DeSoto ISD Toy Drive
clear
DeISD Board of Trustees Approves Appointment of New Woodridge Elementary Principal
11/16/2021
At the Monday, November 15, 2021, DeSoto Independent School District Board meeting, trustees approved the appointment of the new principal of Woodridge Elementary.
Read More About DeISD Board of Trustees Approves Appointment of New Woodridge Elementary Principal
clear
Six DeSoto ISD Students Receive National College Board Recognition
11/16/2021
DeSoto ISD is proud to celebrate six DeSoto High School seniors who received national academic honors for their exceptional academic achievement by the National College Board Recognition Program.
Read More About Six DeSoto ISD Students Receive National College Board Recognition
clear
Sub Tutor Job Fair Graphic
DeSoto ISD Launches Multi-Tiered Effort to Recruit Talented Teachers
11/08/2021
DeSoto ISD continues to work towards creating opportunities to attract and retain high-quality educators. The District will host a substitute and tutor job fair Nov.8 at 9 am.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Launches Multi-Tiered Effort to Recruit Talented Teachers
clear
Lady Eagles Signing Day
DeSoto ISD Announces an Early Signing Day for State UIL Championship DHS Lady Eagles Basketball Team Class of 2022 Seniors
11/07/2021
Seven DeSoto High School Lady Eagles of the 2021 UIL State Championship Lady Eagles Girls Basketball team will sign their letters of intent at 11:30 a.m. on November 10 in the DeSoto High School Chris Dyer Gymnasium.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Announces an Early Signing Day for State UIL Championship DHS Lady Eagles Basketball Team Class of 2022 Seniors
clear
National Authors Day Image
National Authors Day Event Ignites Students Love for Literacy, Learning, and Leadership
11/04/2021
In observance of National Authors Day about 60 third grade students at the DeSoto ISD Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy (KJTMA) participated in a campus literacy event that displayed that leaders can also be great writers and authors..
Read More About National Authors Day Event Ignites Students Love for Literacy, Learning, and Leadership
clear
DeSoto ISD's Veterans Day Tribute
11/04/2021
DeSoto High School JROTC will present their annual Veterans Day Celebration at 9:30 am on Wed. Nov. 10th, in the DHS Fred Nickels auditorium. The public is invited to join in the celebration.
Read More About DeSoto ISD's Veterans Day Tribute
clear
Texas Association of School Boards
11/03/2021
(Austin) – Dr. Tiffany Clark trustee from DeSoto ISD joined 35 other school board members from across Texas September 24-26 at the kickoff session of the Leadership TASB class of 2022.
Read More About Texas Association of School Boards
clear
Vons Vision Day
Alum's Early Vision Struggles Inspire Vision Health Outreach Effort for DeSoto ISD Students
11/01/2021
From 10 am to 3 pm, Von’s Vision will be at the DeSoto High School freshman gymnasium on Saturday, November 6, 2021, for a Von’s Vision Day program. Partnering doctors will be on-site to provide basic screenings and full examinations to determine what type of corrective eyewear a student may need.
Read More About Alum's Early Vision Struggles Inspire Vision Health Outreach Effort for DeSoto ISD Students
clear
Board of Trustees to Host Next Installment of Bi-Monthly Town Hall Series Nov. 30
11/01/2021
The DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees will host an in-person town hall at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30, 2021.
Read More About Board of Trustees to Host Next Installment of Bi-Monthly Town Hall Series Nov. 30
clear
DHS Alumna Akilah
Eagle Alumni Spotlight: 2012 DHS Grad Restores Breast Cancer Survivors One Service at a Time
10/29/2021
2012 DeSoto High School graduate Akilah Ellis-Bullard is helping breast cancer survivors regain their confidence and navigate life after a mastectomy through the use of her own unique talents and skills.
Read More About Eagle Alumni Spotlight: 2012 DHS Grad Restores Breast Cancer Survivors One Service at a Time
clear
DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes - Oct. 25
10/28/2021
Board notes are not the approved minutes of the DeSoto ISD School Board meeting but are just a recap of the major votes/actions of the meeting.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes - Oct. 25
clear
DeSoto ISD Principal Promotes Aviation in a Creative Way
10/26/2021
If you’ve ever met DeSoto Alternative Education Program DAEP Principal Homer Webb, you know Webb is passionate about two things—flying and investing in children. Webb’s passion is contagious. Catch a story of him recanting his experiences as a teacher, mentor and principal and you’ll quickly understand why he is well-suited for his professional assignment in DeSoto ISD.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Principal Promotes Aviation in a Creative Way
clear
DeSoto ISD Observes Red Ribbon Week
10/26/2021
DeSoto ISD to host a district-wide parent engagement event for all families at the DeSoto High School Academy Cafeteria on October 28 at 6 P.M.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Observes Red Ribbon Week
clear
TSU Scholarships Fall 2021
Two DeSoto ISD Seniors Receive Four-Year Scholarships to Texas Southern University
10/22/2021
Two DeSoto High School seniors were surprised with four-year scholarship offers by Texas Southern University.
Read More About Two DeSoto ISD Seniors Receive Four-Year Scholarships to Texas Southern University
clear
DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes - Sept. 27
10/14/2021
DeSoto ISD School Board Meeting Notes Monday, September 27, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Board Meeting Notes - Sept. 27
clear
Embracing Diversity in DeSoto ISD
10/14/2021
Students, teachers, and staff participated in multiple activities at campus and district level from Sep. 15 - Oct. 15 in observance of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Read More About Embracing Diversity in DeSoto ISD
clear
Texas HR Appreciation Day
DeSoto ISD Celebrates Texas Human Resources Day
10/13/2021
DeSoto ISD celebrates the diligence of its Human Resource Eagles staff on Texas Education Human Resources Day, a day set aside to recognize and honor the important contributions made by school staff who work in human resources.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Celebrates Texas Human Resources Day
clear
SAT Day Graphic
DeSoto ISD to Offer SAT School Day to Enhance Student Success
10/08/2021
DeSoto High School SAT Day is Wednesday, Oct. 13 on the DeSoto High School Campus for All DHS seniors and select juniors.
Read More About DeSoto ISD to Offer SAT School Day to Enhance Student Success
clear
Central Staff Deployed to Campuses to Mitigate Teacher Shortage
10/07/2021
Administrators met with central staff on Monday, October 4, 2021, to discuss a volunteer-based substitute pool of central office staffers.
Read More About Central Staff Deployed to Campuses to Mitigate Teacher Shortage
clear
DeSoto ISD Homecoming 2021 Guide
10/06/2021
This year’s theme, “Seeing Beyond The Mask” Masquerade will be an exciting time for students, families, alumni and community members to engage with the district and showcase their Eagle spirit.
Read More About DeSoto ISD Homecoming 2021 Guide
clear
SWAP Parent Resource Center Expanding to Serve Families Districtwide
10/06/2021
The center will utilize a case management approach to service initiated by a teacher or counselor referral to a student's family. The Parent Resource Center is currently servicing district families.
Read More About SWAP Parent Resource Center Expanding to Serve Families Districtwide
clear
DeSoto ISD Celebrates Its Teachers on World Teachers' Day
10/05/2021
It's World Teachers Day and DeSoto ISD thinks the WORLD of its teachers
Read More About DeSoto ISD Celebrates Its Teachers on World Teachers' Day
clear
October is Principals Month
October is National Principals Month #ThankAPrincipal
10/01/2021
Celebrated every October, National Principals Month is an opportunity for our school community to celebrate our principals for their leadership and tireless pursuit of success for each student.
Read More About October is National Principals Month #ThankAPrincipal
clear
S.Ledbetter
DeSoto I