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DeSoto ISD Hosts Early Signing Day Celebration
12/11/2024
DeSoto ISD's DeSoto High School football program celebrated eight of its student-athletes as they committed to taking their academic and athletic abilities to new heights at the collegiate level.
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DeSoto Boys Basketball Kicks-Off 2024-2025 Campaign with High Expectations
11/22/2024
A new era of DHS Boys basketball is set to begin heading into the 2024-25 season with high expectations.
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DHS Girls Basketball Coach Jeffery Chatman Soars Lady Eagles into New Era
11/22/2024
The Lady Eagles Basketball team is entering a new era under the leadership of head coach Jeffery Chatman along with an entirely new coaching staff.
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DeISD’s Student Support Services, DeSoto PD Partner to Create Mentorship Program for Scholars
11/19/2024
DeSoto ISD and the DeSoto Police Department partnered to offer a uniquely tailored mentorship program for scholars who are truant or at risk of being truant and are now seeking volunteers to mentor students.
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KJTMA Kindergarteners and The Great Pumpkin Investigation
11/01/2024
Katherine Johnson Elementary kindergarten teachers transformed their classrooms into investigative learning labs for an experiential lesson for their little eager sleuths to explore a popular fall gourd, the pumpkin.
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DeSoto ISD Campus Early Release Schedule and Information
10/31/2024
DeSoto ISD leaders share expectations and essential information for the school community ahead of the first early release day for the 24-25 school year.
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Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Observes Hispanic Heritage Month with Schoolwide Fair
10/28/2024
DeSoto ISD's Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School came alive with vibrant colors, flavors, and sounds during its Fourth Annual Hispanic Heritage Festival celebrating the cultural traditions of Hispanic communities.
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DeSoto ISD Shares Voting Center Update
10/24/2024
DeSoto ISD has designated facilities that will serve as voting center sites on election day. The district is not listed as an early voting location.
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DeSoto ISD Celebrates Recent Grads' CCMR Achievements
10/23/2024
The DeSoto ISD School Board and Administration recognized students considered high achievers under the board’s goals for student College, Career, and Military Readiness in the district.
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DeSoto ISD Observes Red Ribbon Week October 23-31 through Designated Dress Days
10/18/2024
Campuses will host several events and activities for students during the school day. Check with your child’s campus about dress days designed to bring awareness to Red Ribbon Week.
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DeSoto ISD Celebrates National GEAR UP Week with Immersive Student and Family College Readiness Programs
09/20/2024
As DeSoto Independent School District continues its quest to increase the postsecondary readiness of its students, the district announce its participation in National GEAR UP Week from Sept. 23 to Sept. 27, 2024.
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DeSoto ISD Recognizes School Attendance Awareness Month
09/09/2024
In recognition of School Attendance Awareness Month, the DeSoto ISD school community will unite in focus on keeping its students present and on time every school day.
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Parents, Community Invited to Annual DeSoto ISD College and Career Fair
08/29/2024
Everyone is welcome to attend the annual DeSoto High School College and Career Fair on Thursday, September 12, 2024. This annual event will be held at 600 Eagle Drive inside the DHS Academy from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m
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DeSoto ISD Board Recognizes DeSoto Cheer for Outstanding Season
08/29/2024
During the Monday, August 26, 2024, DeSoto ISD board meeting, trustees recognized the DeSoto Eagles Cheer team for an outstanding season of success and service
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DeSoto Eagles Tennis Teams Off to a Soaring Start This Season
08/29/2024
The DeSoto High School Eagles Tennis teams are making a huge impact this season, come and support these student-athletes.
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Back-to-Back State Champ Eagles to Open Season Against Georgia’s Creekside High in Mid-South West Showdown
08/28/2024
The back-to-back University Interscholastic League Texas State Football Championship DeSoto Eagles will open the program’s 24-25 season at home against Creekside High School (GA) in the MSW Showdown on August 31.
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Lady Eagles Volleyball Ready to Bump, Set, Spike Their Way Into An Exciting Season
08/28/2024
The DeSoto High School Lady Eagles Volleyball Team is gearing up for a stellar season this fall. Make plans to attend and support the games of these talented student-athletes.
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DeSoto ISD Announces Fall 2024 Parent Conference and Goals Night Schedule for District Campuses
08/27/2024
Designed for parents and families to meet teachers and understand academic goals and targets for scholars, DeSoto ISD campuses announce its parent conferences and goal nights.
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DeSoto ISD Welcomed New DHS Boy's Head Track Coach
08/27/2024
DeSoto ISD is excited to welcome William Henderson as the new DeSoto High School boy's track coach.
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DeSoto ISD Educator Named Region 10 Elementary Teacher of the Year
08/12/2024
As the DeSoto ISD Eagles begin soaring this year, district Region 10 Teacher of the Year winner, Lauren Stewart, is in the district to help them fulfill this mission.
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DeSoto ISD Welcomes Whitsons Culinary Group as its New Foodservice Provider
08/05/2024
DeSoto ISD will begin the school with Whitsons Culinary Group as its new foodservice provider. This company is a national brand that has a mission to enhance life one meal at a time.
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DeSoto ISD Names New Middle School Principal
07/11/2024
DeISD trustees approved the appointment of Nicole Lyons as the new principal of Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School.
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DeSoto ISD Announces New Ruby Young TAG Academy Principal
07/11/2024
DeISD welcomes Dr. Xavier Lewis as the new principal of Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy.
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DeSoto ISD Announces New Director of Bands
07/09/2024
The district is proud to announce the appointment of Carlton D. Cooper as the new band director for the illustrious DeSoto High School Eagle Band program.
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Save the Date: Students Invited to Register for Campus Activities at Aug. 1 DHS Program-Focused Showcase
07/09/2024
The DHS school community is invited to a program-focused showcase around the Triple-A Experience--the district’s well-rounded and holistic approach to education centered on Academics, Arts, and Athletics at 5:30 pm on August 1, 2024, at 600 Eagle Drive in DeSoto.
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DeSoto ISD to Host Enrollment Fairs Ahead of New School Year Start
06/25/2024
The district will host events to support families of scholars in prekindergarten through 12th grade to complete the enrollment process in late July and early August.
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DeSoto ISD to Host Back-To-School Open House Events
06/25/2024
DeSoto ISD is gearing up to welcome prospective, new and returning students to the 2024-2025 academic year as the district strives to soar higher.
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New Principal Guides Expansion of The Meadows Elementary to Serve Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Scholars
06/10/2024
DeSoto ISD announced the new principal at The Meadows Elementary and the expansion of grade band offerings at its neighborhood schools to serve scholars in grades kindergarten through fifth grade starting in the 2024-2025 academic year.
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DeSoto ISD Publishes At-Home Summer Learning Program for Families and Scholars
06/03/2024
DeSoto ISD has created a learning activity calendar to help students stay engaged during the summer break.
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DeSoto ISD Announces 2024 Cohort of High-Flying Teachers As Based on TEA’s Teacher Incentive Allotment Program
06/03/2024
DeSoto ISD leaders surprised a select and special group of high-performing teachers with bonuses courtesy of the Texas Education Agency’s Teacher Incentive Allotment–an incentive program designed to keep great teachers in the classroom.
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DeSoto ISD Elementary Scholars Harvest School Gardens, Practice Sustainable Gardening and Environmental Science
05/31/2024
Students at Amber Terrace, Cockrell Hill, and The Meadows (PreK through 5th grade) got their hands dirty this school year as part of a garden revitalization project, sponsored by WIPRO at the University of North Texas at Dallas.
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DeSoto Mayor Extends Invitation to District Scholars to Participate in Summer Reading Program
05/23/2024
City of DeSoto Mayor Rachel L. Proctor extends a special invitation to DeSoto Independent School District scholars to participate in the 2024 Mayor’s Reading Club Challenge.
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DeSoto Dance Department to Host May 18 Spring Show
05/17/2024
DeSoto High School Dance Department cordially invites the school community to the annual Spring Show at 2 p.m. on May 18 in the DHS Nickles Auditorium. The theme is “Once Upon A Time: The Stories of Life, as Told Through Dance.”
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DeSoto ISD Announces Its 2024 District Principal of the Year
05/14/2024
For the first time in several years, the DeSoto Independent School District names a Principal of the Year. The 2024 winner is Frank Moates Elementary Principal Angela Robinson.
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DeSoto ISD Announces its 2024 Campus Teachers of the Year
05/14/2024
As we close the school year, DeSoto ISD shares the top teachers selected as its 2024 Campus Teachers of the Year.
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DeSoto ISD Names New Head Girls Basketball Coach
05/10/2024
DeSoto ISD announces Jeffery Chatman as the new leader of the nationally-ranked Lady Eagles basketball program.
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DeSoto ISD Announces Its Summer Learning Programs
04/26/2024
DeSoto ISD announces its student summer learning and enrichment programs.
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May 2 Open House, Tours Slated for New DeSoto ISD TAG Academy
04/19/2024
Starting at 5:30 pm on Wednesday, May 2, 2024, current and prospective families are invited to attend the Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy Block Party at the campus located at 707 Young Blvd., DeSoto, Texas 75115.
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DHS Announces Class of 2024 Top 25 Scholars
04/19/2024
DeSoto ISD is celebrating the Top 25 DHS scholars of the Class of 2024 for going the extra mile daily to achievement high academic success.
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DeSoto ISD Announces New Head Volleyball Coach Appointment
04/16/2024
Join the DeSoto Independent School District in welcoming new DeSoto High School Volleyball Coach Jaime Johnson who comes to the Eagle Family from Sam Houston High School .
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Aramark Student Nutrition Survey Now Open for Feedback
04/16/2024
Aramark, DeSoto ISD's food service provider, will offer a Student ViewPOINT survey available to scholars and families at all district schools through May 13.
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DeSoto ISD Career and Technical Education Program Celebrates Multi-Year Microsoft TEALS Partnership
04/12/2024
The DeSoto Independent School District CTE program is proud to celebrate its three-year partnership with Microsoft Philanthropies as a TEALS Partner School for its computer science curriculum.
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DHS Eaglettes Win Big at Fiesta Texas Dance Competition
04/11/2024
DeSoto ISD is proud of the team’s stellar performance at the Fiesta Texas competition and the honors that brought back to the district.
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DeSoto High School Girls Soccer Team Announces Season Superlatives
04/11/2024
DeSoto ISD is excited to celebrate the exciting season of its DHS girls soccer team marked by growth and a foundation for future success.
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DHS Tennis Wins Big, Claims 14 Medals in Recent Competition
04/10/2024
The DeSoto Fighting Eagle Tennis Team was back in action and added 14 competition medals and an overall 3rd place team finish to their list of season accolades.
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DeSoto ISD to Host May 2 Student-Focused Job Fair at DeSoto High School
04/10/2024
DeSoto ISD is hosting is student-focused job fair and the DeSoto High School Career & Technical Education department is seeking employers that are interested in participating in the job fair.
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Grant Sponsors SEL Experiences for Scholars
04/10/2024
As scholars approach statewide testing, these concerns can become heightened which is why schools are seeking innovative ways to help scholars work through and process these emotions.
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DeSoto ISD to Host April 6 Pre-K KickOff at Amber Terrace
04/04/2024
The DeSoto Independent School District will host the district’s annual Pre-K Kickoff from 9 am to noon at Amber Terrace Early Learning Center located at 224 Amber Lane in DeSoto. All early childhood families are invited to attend with their young scholars.
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Applications Now Open for TAG Academy at Ruby Young
04/04/2024
The DeSoto Independent School District plans to introduce a Talented and Gifted Academy at Ruby Young starting in the 2024-2025 academic year and has opened the application period.
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DeSoto ISD Shares Reminders Regarding Upcoming STAAR Testing Dates and Tips for Success
04/04/2024
DeSoto ISD is rallying behind every scholar in its school community to soar during STAAR and is sharing a series of reminders ahead of the testing season.
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DeSoto ISD to Host Districtwide Solar Viewing Thanks to Perot Museum Donation
04/03/2024
The DeSoto Independent School District is proud to announce a districtwide plan to view the historic phenomenon of the upcoming solar event.
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DeSoto ISD Excited to Announce 2024 P-TECH Program, Accepting Scholar Applications
03/28/2024
The DeSoto Independent School District is proud to announce and offer a new option to rising freshmen for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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Robinson Announces Transition, District Opens Search for Predecessor
03/27/2024
DeSoto High School Girls Basketball Coach Andrea Robinson announced her intent to transition to another opportunity, and the district will soon open a search for her predecessor.
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DeSoto ISD Partners With the City of DeSoto For Student Shadow Days
03/25/2024
In 2024, four DeSoto High School (DHS) students received a firsthand opportunity to learn about local public service career paths by working alongside the City of DeSoto officials in their capacities of a judge, police chief, fire chief, and even mayor for a day.
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DeSoto High School Students Participate in Voter Engagement Event
03/21/2024
DeSoto High School students spent an afternoon learning about government, voting, and the power of their voice in the voting booth with DeSoto and Glenn Heights city leaders.
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Coach Mathis Received the THSCA Coach of the Year award.
Mathis Named Texas High School Coaches Association Coach of the Year
03/19/2024
DeSoto High School Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Claude Mathis receives the Texas High School Coaches Association’s Coach of the Year Award.
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DeSoto High School Students Commit to Dallas College - Cedar Valley Career and Technical Education Programs
03/19/2024
Eighteen seniors from DeSoto High School (DHS) participated in the 2024 National Career and Technical Education Signing Day event at Dallas College's Cedar Valley Campus.
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DeSoto ISD to Host 2024-2025 PreKinder Enrollment Activities
03/07/2024
Prekindergarten education is a great foundation for lifelong learning and successful academic foundations for students. The case for early childhood education is clear. Data shows scholars exposed to early childhood education programs tend to exercise stronger critical and creative thinking skills, outperform their peers academically, and tend to advance further in their careers.
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DeSoto ISD Proposing Development of TAG Academy at Ruby Young
03/07/2024
DeSoto ISD outlined plans to introduce a Talented and Gifted Academy at Ruby Young starting in the 2024-2025 academic year.
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Tennis Eagles LOVE McArthur Invitational
03/04/2024
DeSoto Fighting Eagles Varsity Tennis Team traveled to Los Colinas to take part in the McArthur "LOVE" invitational.
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PK-12 Enrollment Now Open for 2024-2025 School Year
03/01/2024
As DeSoto ISD prepares for the 2024-2025 school year, the district wants to ensure that every student is enrolled and counted.
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DeSoto ISD Katherine Johson Technology Magnet Academy Second Graders Learn About Currency With Veritex Bank
02/23/2024
Desoto ISD Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy second graders make real-world connections about currency with Veritex Community Bank representatives.
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DeSoto ISD to Host March 5 Kinder Choice Fair for Pre-Kindergarten Families
02/13/2024
On March 5, 2024, DeSoto ISD parents and families at Amber Terrace Early Childhood Learning Center are invited to attend the DeSoto ISD Kinder Choice Fair, an opportunity for families of pre-kindergarten-aged scholars at Amber Terrace to learn about and choose a DeSoto ISD elementary school.
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Eagles Soar at BSWP STEM Showcase
02/13/2024
DeSoto Independent School District scholars from four district campuses participated in the Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, Best Southwest Partnerships STEM Showcase held at Texas State Technical College in Red Oak.
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Nominations Open for Hall of Honor 2024
02/09/2024
Nominations are now open for the DeSoto ISD Hall of Honor Class of 2024!
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DeSoto ISD‘s KJTMA Named a 2024 TABSE Demo School
02/09/2024
DeSoto Independent School District is proud to announce that the Texas Association of Black School Educators has named the district’s Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy one of the organization’s 2024 Dr. Jay Cummings Demonstration Schools.
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DHS Student Council Hosts Blood Drive
02/08/2024
DeSoto High School Student Council has joined forces with the American Red Cross for a life-saving event – a blood drive to assist patients with sickle cell disease.
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DeSoto ISD National Signing Day Celebrates Next Step for Student-Athletes, Families
02/07/2024
Ten student-athletes accepted college athletic scholarships today at DeSoto High School during the annual National Signing Day event.
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DeSoto ISD Celebrates School Counselors
02/07/2024
In honor of National School Counselor Appreciation Week, DeSoto ISD celebrates its district counselors and appreciates their daily contribution to the school community.
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…. And the DeSoto ISD Spelling Bee Champion Is
02/06/2024
After 21 rounds and almost three hours of intense competition between the district’s top campus spellers at the DeSoto ISD Spelling Bee, a champion emerged.
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After School Programming Returns to DeSoto ISD
01/26/2024
DeSoto ISD has secured grant funding to assist in providing after-school care for a limited number of district students in grades Pre-K through 5.
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SE ABRE LA ENCUESTA DEL CALENDARIO ACADÉMICO DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE DESOTO PARA EL AÑO 2024 - 2025
01/25/2024
El Comité de Calendario del Distrito Escolar Independiente de DeSoto desarrolló tres opciones de calendario para su consideración para el año escolar académico 2024-2025 para revisión y comentarios de la comunidad.
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McCowan Dance Scholars Take Center Stage at Meyerson
01/19/2024
Students in the McCowan Elite Dance Company performed in the 41st Civil Rights Movement Concert: A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. held at The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in Dallas.
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Bilingual Community Event
01/09/2024
Families of Emergent Bilinguals in the southern DFW area are invited to a free event for parents that will provide instructional resources and points of contact with community-based organizations.
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DeSoto ISD to Intro ESports, Program Launch Set for Jan 2024
12/19/2023
DeSoto Independent School District is leaping to introduce an esports gaming club that will evolve into a full-fledged pathway of study comprised of marketing, coding and computer science, broadcast and more.
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DeSoto ISD to Host District Spelling Bee
12/19/2023
The DeSoto Independent School District will host a districtwide spelling bee on Feb. 1, 2023, at DeSoto High School located at 600 Eagle Drive in DeSoto.
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DeSoto ISD to Host Jan. 13, 2024, Championship Parade
12/18/2023
DeSoto ISD and the Cities of DeSoto and Glenn Heights will host a joint celebration parade at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, followed by a community pep rally in the Chris Dyer Gymnasium at DeSoto High School.
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2023 Holiday Greeting Card Design Finalists
12/05/2023
Congratulations to the 2023 Holiday Greeting Card Cover Design Contest Finalists!
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DeSoto ISD Career Technical Programs Offers Services to the Public
11/15/2023
DeSoto High School CTE students are offering services to staff and the community throughout the remainder of the school year.
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CMMS Students make TMEA Region 20 Middle School All-Region Band
11/14/2023
Congratulations to two Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School band students for successfully auditioning and making the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Region 20 Middle School All-Region Band.
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DeSoto ISD School Ranks Among Best in Texas According to National Publication
11/14/2023
DeSoto Independent School District’s Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy has been noted as ranked as one of the best schools in the state by a national news publication.
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DeSoto ISD Celebrates Its Campus Principals
10/05/2023
DeSoto ISD celebrates its school leaders during National Principals Month for their unwavering efforts to foster the well-being and growth of the students and staff.
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DeSoto ISD Recognizes World Teachers Day
10/05/2023
DeSoto ISD celebrates the work of dedicated teachers in the district and their commitment to providing a equitable quality education daily
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Senior Sunrise Event
Senior Sunrise Event
09/22/2023
Reflecting on the past and celebrating the start of their senior year, the DeSoto High School Class of 2024 began the first day of their final high school academic year together watching the sunrise during the inaugural Senior Sunrise event held a tEagle Stadium.
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September is Attendance Awareness Month: Regular School Attendance Improves Student Success
09/11/2023
September is National Attendance Awareness Month and the entire DeSoto ISD school community will unite in focus on keeping its students present and on time every school day.
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DeSoto High School Holds Marching Band Camp
DeSoto High School Holds Marching Band Camp
05/31/2023
The first official band camp will be held this week for the 2023-24 school year.
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DeSoto High School Class 2023 Participates in Academic Signing Day
05/30/2023
DeSoto High School Class of 2023 seniors not only declared their postsecondary learning intentions, but also announced their receipt of full-ride scholarships to their program of choice.
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DeSoto ISD Hosts Job Fair for Students
05/26/2023
Several DeSoto High School students participated in the DHS Student Job Fair sponsored by the district’s Career Technical Education and Student Support Services departments this spring.
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CMMS Student Council School of Excellence Award
05/23/2023
Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Student Council has been selected as one of the 2023 American Student Council Association Student Council School of Excellence Award winners!
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Texas Trust Credit Union Supports Band growth
05/12/2023
This year the DeSoto ISD middle schools have received unprecedented support from Texas Trust Credit Union, as we revive and expand band throughout the district.
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Parent Information Meeting at Amber Terrace
Parent Information Meeting at Amber Terrace
05/10/2023
Parents/Guardians: have a child or children who will attend Amber Terrace Early Childhood Learning Center this August? Attend our informational meeting to ask questions, visit a model classroom and receive information about the upcoming school year.
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DeSoto ISD to Host Cinco De Mayo Celebration
DeSoto ISD to host Cinco De Mayo Celebration
04/28/2023
Join DeSoto ISD on Thursday, May 4th as we present a night of performances dedicated to sharing cultural awareness.
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DeSoto High School's Signing Day
DeSoto High School's Signing Day
04/21/2023
Scholars from DeSoto High School attended a Signing Day at Dallas College Cedar Valley campus.
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DeSoto ISD Scholars Compete at Region 10 Spanish Spelling Bee
DeSoto ISD Scholars Compete at Region 10 Spanish Spelling Bee
04/12/2023
Students across Dallas/Fort Worth participated in a language and cultural exposure opportunity during the Region 10 Spanish Spelling Bee held on March 28, 2023.
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DeSoto High School Announces Its Top Two Graduates
04/06/2023
DeSoto High School leaders revealed the names of the top two students in the senior class of 2023 to the tune of the drumline and cheers.
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DeSoto ISD to host Student-Focused Job Fair
DeSoto ISD to host Student-Focused Job Fair
04/03/2023
DeSoto Independent School District continues to provide real-world, career-relevant experiences for scholars. The district has designed and will host a student-focused job fair on April...
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Register your child for DeSoto ISD Pre-K3 and Pre-K4
04/03/2023
Starting April 1, 2023, parents can enroll their three- and four-year-old students in a DeSoto ISD pre-kindergarten program. This year’s Pre-K Kick-off will take place at Amber Terrace Discovery and Design Early Childhood Academy located at 224 Amber Lane in DeSoto.
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DeSoto High School Sport Management Program Equips Students for Future Careers
03/31/2023
In honor of National Athletic Trainers month, DeSoto ISD is highlighting its high school students' athletic trainers who work alongside the district athletic trainers in the DeSoto Sports Medicine Department.
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DeSoto High School Senior Receives Full Tuition Award from UT Austin
03/31/2023
DeSoto High School senior Michael Adeagbo, who plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin, received a surprise visit from the UT Austin Student Recruitment and Affairs staff during his DHS AP Calculus class.
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Why Parents Should Choose DeSoto ISD PK
03/31/2023
Data shows that students who attend DeSoto Independent School District pre-K and stay with the district significantly outperform their peers by third grade.
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JCPenney Presents Gift Cards to DHS Choir
03/29/2023
JCPenney presents participating DeSoto High School Choir students with gift cards for the grand opening of the...
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CMMS Boys Choir Earn UIL Superior Rating
03/27/2023
Congratulations to the McCowan Middle School Boys Choir for receiving a Superior rating at the Region 20 UIL Concert and Sight Reading Evaluation.
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Board Approves Re-Opening of Amber Terrace for 23-24 Academic Year
03/27/2023
During the Monday, March 27, 2023, meeting of the DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees, board members approved the reopening of Amber Terrace Discovery and Design Early Childhood Learning Center.
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Katherine Johnson TMA Students Fly High at International Women’s Day Aviation Careers and ‘World of Drones’ Seminar
03/23/2023
In celebration of International Women’s Day, DeSoto ISD’s Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy (KJTMA) scholars “landed” at the Irving Convention Center on for the Women in Aviation Careers and World of Drones Symposium.
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DHS Choir Receives Donation from Grammy Foundation funded by Ford Motor Company
03/22/2023
When DHS Choral Director Pamela Dawson won Grammy Educator of the year, her students also won a monetary donation to the school's music program funded by Ford Motor Company.
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DeSoto High School Students Learn About Real Estate From a Top Industry Professional
03/21/2023
One of the nation’s top real estate agents dropped by DeSoto High School to teach a high school class to connect students with real estate as a generational wealth builder
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Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy Celebrates Black Culture and Literacy
03/10/2023
Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy observed Black Children’s Book Week as a closure to the month-long campus Black History Month recognition and a bridge to the month of March’s literary focus.
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The DeSoto High School Eagles Basketball Team is headed to the State Games
03/08/2023
The DeSoto ISD school community is invited to come out early Thursday morning to cheer on the DeSoto High School Eagles Basketball team as they travel to San Antonio for the state championship games Thursday at 9 AM.
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Join Us: DeSoto High School Lady Eagles State Game Send Off
03/01/2023
Join DeSoto ISD for a UIL state game Send-off for the DeSoto High School Lady Eagles Basketball team on March 2 at 8:30 a.m.
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My Black History: Deonna McGary, DHS 2006 Alumnae
02/28/2023
Class of 2006 graduate of DeSoto High School and founder of Black Excellence Night, Deonna McGary, shares a message for DeSoto Independent School District students at the close of Black History Month.
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DeSoto ISD Athletic Director Claude Mathis Outstanding Texan Award
02/27/2023
Texas State Senator Royce West has selected DeSoto ISD Athletic Director and DHS Football Head Coach Claude Mathis to receive the Outstanding Texan Award for Senatorial District 23 during the Texas Legislative Black Caucus (TxLBC) Legislative Summit.
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Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy Student Performs in TBAAL Civil Rights Concert
02/24/2023
Watch DeSoto ISD Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy student Skylar Dupree performs in the 40th Annual TBAAL Civil Rights Movement Commemorative Concert in Feb and March.
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DeSoto ISD Students Commemorate the Campus Namesake by Giving
02/23/2023
DeSoto ISD’s Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Student Council is marking the would-be 75th birthday of their campus’ namesake the late Honorable Mayor of DeSoto Texas, by raising funds for the North Texas Food Bank.
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In DeSoto ISD, Families Have Choices
02/23/2023
DeSoto ISD to Reintroduce Choice Programs for 23-24 Academic Year
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DeSoto ISD Observes Black History Month Through Student Programs, Performances
02/10/2023
DeSoto Independent School District campuses will host student performance-focused programs as part of the district’s observance of Black History Month.
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University of North Texas at Dallas Announces Automatic Admission to Every Class of 2023 Graduating Senior at DeSoto High School
02/09/2023
A partnership between the University of North Texas at Dallas and the DeSoto Independent School District will award the entire senior class at DeSoto High School with automatic admission into the university.
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DeSoto High School Student-Athletes Celebrate National Signing Day
02/09/2023
The DeSoto High School National Signing Day participants secured an estimated $1.6 million in scholarships to play at the collegiate level and shared this special moment with family, friends, school peers, and district staff.
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DeSoto ISD to Host National Athletic Signing Day Event on 2.6.23
02/03/2023
DeSoto Independent School District will celebrate its student-athletes and their families for National Signing Day Monday, Feb. 6, 2023 at 9 a.m. in the Chris Dyer Gymnasium .
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DeSoto Eagles State Champs Parade Info and Celebration
01/12/2023
In celebration of this outstanding achievement, DeSoto ISD and the Cities of DeSoto and Glenn Heights will host a joint celebration parade on Saturday, Jan. 21, followed by a community pep rally in the Chris Dyer Gymnasium.
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DeSoto West Middle School Teacher Tapped for Discovery Ed Master Class Feature
01/06/2023
DeSoto West Middle School teacher Gayla Davidson was selected to lead a Discovery Education Masterclass Video around the importance of teachers including data in the their classroom instruction.
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DHS Band Director Wins National Award
01/05/2023
The Minority Band Director's National Association awarded DeSoto High School Band Director Delton Brown with the Meritorious Achievement Award.
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The DeSoto Eagles Football Team are State Champions
12/20/2022
The team won the state dance over Austin Vandegrift in a convincing victory of 42-17 at AT&T Stadium on Saturday.
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KJTMA - Young Writer's Program Charting Their Future
12/19/2022
Third to eighth grade students in the Young Inspired Writers Program led by third grade Reading Language Arts Teacher Sharmetra Lewis and parent volunteers just add a deeper dose of creativity, imagination and fun as they sharpen their writing skills.
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Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy Hosts Unique Program to Help Increase Awareness and Diversity in Construction Industry Amongst Students
11/11/2022
Approximately 60 DeSoto ISD third-graders at the Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy (KJTMA) learned the power of teams from the McCarthy Holdings Construction professionals who visited their campus during National Construction Inclusion Week.
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DHS Student Council Tops Nation in Blood Drive
10/31/2022
Congratulations to DeSoto High School Student Council for their outstanding performance in supporting the American Red Cross in their Sickle Cell Blood Drive.
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Cold and Flu Season Precautionary Measures
10/27/2022
Help reduce the potential spread of health concerns as we work closely with the Dallas County Department of Health and Human Services to monitor trends related to illnesses in the community.
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DeSoto ISD To Recognize Fire Safety Week
10/07/2022
To support fire safety prevention week, DeSoto ISD will host a series of campus- and student-focused activities including writing contests, art contests, and visits to area fire stations.
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Prairie View A&M University Marching Storm Rolls in with Eagle Alumni Pride
10/06/2022
PVAMU Marching Storm's visit brought a hefty dose of DeSoto Eagle alumni pride with them during their recent visit to DeSoto High School as a part of the campus’ HBCU exposure during National GEAR UP week.
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Lights. Camera. Action: DeSoto Eagles Homecoming Week 2022 is on the Horizon
09/20/2022
LIGHTS! CAMERA! ACTION! - The DeSoto High School Homecoming Week is a districtwide green and gold celebration!
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Boys Hoops Coach Coaching Association Board
09/01/2022
DeSoto High School Boys Basketball Coach Richard Bacon was recently named to the Texas High School coaches’ Association's Board of Directors, a three-year term to which he was elected by members of the THSCA representing the region.
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DeSoto ISD Bus Transportation Available for Qualifying Students
08/19/2022
As the 2022-2023 school year has started, it’s important that the District provide clarity to assist parents, guardians and caregivers in understanding bus transportation eligibility and resources to contact with questions related to district-provided transportation.
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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2022-2023 Bus Routes
08/10/2022
DeSoto ISD will offer transportation for students living two or more miles from their home school(s).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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2022 STAAR Test Results
06/21/2022
Parents, view this story to learn how to access your scholar's 2022 STAAR scores.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.”
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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.
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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
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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.
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05/02/2022
The Best Southwest Partnership has again partnered with local school districts to sponsor $1,000 annual scholarships!
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Armadillo Antics at Cockrell Hill Elementary
05/02/2022
Famed children’s author Dr. Michael Sampson stops by CHE on Armadillo Antics book tour.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 .
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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).
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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®.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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Volleyball Lady Eagles Receive District Honors
11/29/2021
Congratulations to our Volleyball Lady Eagles on an outstanding season on and off the court!
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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.
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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 .
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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..
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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DeSoto ISD Celebrates Sandra Ledbetter, Cockrell Hill Elementary - Second Grade Teacher
09/30/2021
DeSoto ISD Celebrates Sandra Ledbetter of Cockrell Hill Elementary for making a difference in the lives of students. She is a retired educator who returned to the classroom after seeing the needs of her community.
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DeSoto ISD to Offer After School Programs
09/24/2021
DeSoto ISD is proud to announce the introduction of afterschool programming for scholars in our school community.
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DeSoto High School Principal Shares Her PVAMU Legacy Ahead of a Visit from the Band, The Marching Storm
09/23/2021
DeSoto High School seniors and staff will experience the sights and sounds of the renowned Prairie View A&M University’s band,” The Marching Storm” this Friday
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Building a College, Career, & Military Readiness Culture
09/17/2021
DeSoto ISD is committed to providing exposure and opportunities for College, Career, & Military Readiness to all students. From Monday, September 20 through Friday September 24, DeSoto ISD will be hosting multiple activities to build and promote a College, Career and Military Readiness culture in its campuses.
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PROVISIONAL REMOTE LEARNING STUDENTS IN QUARANTINE
09/09/2021
DeSoto ISD will provide Provisional Remote Learning for students who are placed on quarantine due to exposure or close contact or students who have tested positive for COVID.
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DeSoto High School Teacher Recruitment Fair
09/08/2021
The DeSoto Independent School District announces a DeSoto High School Teacher Recruitment event on Saturday, September 11 from 9 AM to noon in the DHS Academy Cafeteria located at 600 Eagle Drive
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Non-Tech Assignments For Quarantine Students
08/24/2021
Non-tech assignments will be provided for students who are either missing class due to testing positive for COVID, or having close contact with someone who has tested positive.
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DeSoto ISD to Host August Job Fair
08/22/2021
DeSoto ISD announces an August Job Fair to fill some instructional vacancies. The fair is Thursday, August 26 from 3 PM to 6 PM at the Amber Terrace campus located at 224 Amber Lane in DeSoto.
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DeSoto ISD Transportation Update: Aug 20, 2021
08/20/2021
We recognize that there have been several challenges regarding transportation this week, and we truly apologize for any frustration this may have caused our families.
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DeISD to Uphold Mask Mandate Set by Jenkins
08/16/2021
DeSoto ISD will comply with Dallas County’s recent order which requires public schools to implement a mask mandate.
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August 15, 2021 COVID Mask Update
08/15/2021
The DeSoto ISD Board is scheduled to have a workshop meeting Aug. 16, during which time they will address this matter. Following the workshop, the District will provide more guidance on its position regarding mask requirements.
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DeISD Partners With Princeton Review
07/20/2021
The Princeton Review® is delighted to announce its partnership with DeSoto Independent School District to provide online tutoring from Tutor.com as well as test prep services for students in grades 8 and 9.
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DeSoto ISD to Host Eagle Mixers
07/14/2021
DeSoto ISD Kicking Off Post-COVID Campus ReOpenings with Aug 14 Eagle Mixer Events.
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DeISD May 2021 High Achievers
DeSoto ISD Board Honors PreKindergarten and Kindergarten Students with High Achievers Award
07/08/2021
The DeSoto ISD trustees recognized Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students in the district who scored in the 99th percentile on their math and reading ISIP universal screener assessments in May 2021. These students ranked in the Top 1% percentile in these subjects amongst students in their grade level across the nation.
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The DeSoto Difference: Early College & Football: More than An Athlete
07/08/2021
Programs such as the Early College High School, where students can graduate with an Associate’s degree; and DeSoto’s high-performing and highly-competitive athletics program were just two of many factors leading this family to the district.
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