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DeSoto ISD Achieves Greater Proficiency in Financial Management Ratings

12/20/2024

At the December 16, 2024, school board meeting, DeSoto Independent School District announced its significant progress in financial management.

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DeSoto ISD Celebrates 13 Scholars Graduating from Prestigious UAS Program

12/20/2024

Ruby Young Talented and Gifted Academy recently honored 13 exceptional students who completed the prestigious Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) program, focusing on drone technology.

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DeSoto High School Soccer Teams Ready for New Season

12/20/2024

The DeSoto High School boys’ and girls’ soccer teams are gearing up for an exciting and competitive season, with both squads aiming to build on past successes.

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DeSoto ISD Prepares for 2025-26 Academic Calendar with draft proposals and key information

12/20/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District (ISD) is working on drafts for the 2025-26 academic calendar, with proposals discussed at the Dec. 16, 2024, School Board meeting.

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DeSoto ISD Announces Key Dates for May 2025 School Board Election

12/19/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District (ISD) has announced important dates for the May 2025 School Board election.

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DeSoto ISD Honors its School Board Trustees During National School Board Appreciation Month

12/19/2024

DeSoto ISD is celebrating School Board Appreciation Month by recognizing the dedication of its Board of Trustees.

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Pack the House: 2025 DeISD Spelling Bee Slated for February 6, 2025

12/19/2024

Scholars at DeSoto Independent School District are gearing up for the district's annual spelling bee, which will culminate in a competition on February 6, 2025, at the DeSoto High School auditorium.

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Facilities Planning Sessions Pave Way for Eventual Bond Considerations

12/13/2024

DeSoto ISD is assessing its facilities to meet the evolving needs of its students in academics, arts, and athletics.

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DeSoto ISD Staff Unite for Day of Service During DeSoto Serves

12/13/2024

DeSoto ISD staff members participated in the third annual DeSoto ISD Serves initiative, designed to cultivate connections between local schools and the community.

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DeSoto ISD Implements No-Backpack Policy on Secondary Campuses

12/13/2024

DeSoto ISD has implemented a no-backpack policy for secondary campuses to help facilitate a smooth release and transition to Winter Break.

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DeSoto ISD Explores New Approaches to Support and Retain Teachers

12/13/2024

DeSoto ISD is implementing new strategies to support and retain teachers amid nationwide shortages.

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Operation Graduation 2024: Preparing DeSoto Students for Success

12/13/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District hosted Operation Graduation 2024, a special event designed to help high school students and their families prepare for post-secondary success.

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School Bus Driver Honored by DeSoto ISD Transportation Department

12/11/2024

A school bus driver for DeSoto Independent School District, became a hero when she swiftly evacuated a bus full of middle school students after it caught fire.

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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 ISD Seeks Feedback on District Website

11/22/2024

To fully assess the district's website, the school community is requested to provide input on the current site by January 2025.

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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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Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Students Earn Prestigious Spots in the TMEA Region 20 Middle School All-Region Band

11/19/2024

A pair of talented students from McCowan Middle School have earned coveted positions in the prestigious Middle School All-Region Band.

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DeSoto ISD Kicks Off National Aviation Month with Inspiring Visit from Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals

11/18/2024

Students at KJTMA had the opportunity to learn about the different career paths in aviation and aerospace from industry professionals.

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DeSoto ISD College and Career Readiness Teams Set to Host Operation Graduation Event for High School Students and Families

11/15/2024

This event is to ensure that high school students and parents are prepared for graduation.

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DeSoto High School Celebrate College Commitments of Standout Student-Athletes

11/15/2024

DeSoto High School recently hosted an athletic signing day, for two of its standout student-athletes.

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DeSoto ISD Set to Open Annual Superintendent’s Toy Drive November 18

11/06/2024

The 2024 Annual DeSoto ISD Superintendent’s Toy Drive benefits the Chocolate MINT Foundation’s annual Christmas Candyland event. The toy drive will open Nov. 18 and conclude Dec. 13.

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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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Community Invited to Participate in Facilities Naming Conversation

10/24/2024

The DeSoto ISD School Board invites its school community to participate in a community conversation regarding proposed names for district facilities. The public town hall will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Mon., November 4, 2024.

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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 to Host Nov. 7 Family STEM Night Event

10/23/2024

DeSoto Independent School District invites its school community to attend STEM Fest from 5-7 pm on November 7 at the DeSoto High School Academy Cafeteria located at 600 Eagle Drive in DeSoto.

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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 Eagle Band Soars High at Recent UIL Competition, Advances to Area C UIL Marching Contest

10/23/2024

DeSoto ISD celebrates the recent accomplishments of the DeSoto Eagle Band under the leadership of new director Carlton Cooper.

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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 Honors 2024 School Leaders During National Principals Month

10/03/2024

DeSoto Independent School District is proud to celebrate National Principals Month! The 2024 theme is “Elevating Principals, Transforming Schools,” a nod to the importance of investing in principal leadership to positively impact and advance schools and student achievement.

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DeSoto ISD Observes Down Syndrome Awareness Month

10/03/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District observes National Down Syndrome Awareness Month recognizing the importance of valuing and serving every learner and family equally while supporting scholars to reach their full potential.

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DeSoto ISD Teachers Receive Supply Donations from a local non-profit organization

09/26/2024

DeSoto ISD thanks the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of North Texas for its generous donation of teacher supplies for several district campuses.

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DeSoto ISD Observes Hispanic Heritage Month with Campus Programming

09/25/2024

From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, DeSoto ISD is united with the nation to celebrate the achievements, histories, traditions, diversity, and vibrant culture of Hispanic & Latino Americans.

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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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09/18/2024

DeSoto ISD School Board celebrates its Harvard Institute learning experience

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DeSoto ISD Updates Events and Expectation Policies for Athletic Events

09/18/2024

Due to recent concerns about school community safety, DeSoto ISD is sharing an updated version of its expectations, policies, and protocols for athletic events.

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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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DeSoto Eagles Cross Country Preparing to Stretch the Extra Mile In Upcoming Season

08/29/2024

Cheer on the DeSoto High School Eagles Cross Country in their upcoming meets this season.

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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 Welcomes New Leader of Bilingual Programs

08/23/2024

DeSoto ISD hired Stan Valdez as new director of Emergent Bilingual and ESL programs in August 2024

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DeSoto ISD Announces its August 2024 School Board Meeting Schedule

08/19/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees invites its school community to attend its upcoming regular monthly meetings during August.

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DeSoto ISD Saves Taxpayers Money Through Bond Refinancing and Making Early Payments

08/16/2024

DeSoto ISD announces significant savings on its debt service for taxpayers through proactive financial management strategies.

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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 Educator Job Fair

07/10/2024

DeISD will host a job fair for the 24-25 school academic year from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, in the DeSoto ISD Belt Line Conference Center located behind the district’s administration building at 200 East Belt Line Road in DeSoto.

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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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DeSoto ISD Board Selects Its 2024-2025 Officers

07/09/2024

DeSoto ISD School Board trustees elected their new slate of officers and delegates following the recent election cycle.

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DeSoto ISD to Canvass DeSoto, Glenn Heights Neighborhoods to Invite Families to return for the 2024-2025 Academic Year

07/09/2024

District staff will engage in neighborhood walks to build relationships with community members and families starting Aug. 2 through Aug. 9 , ahead of the first day of school.

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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 Adds Clear Backpacks to 2024-2025 Uniform Policy

06/25/2024

Starting in the 2024-2025 academic year, DeSoto ISD will implement a clear backpack policy for students in grades six through 12.

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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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DeSoto ISD’s Instructional AI Efforts Featured in “Getting Smart” Article

06/25/2024

DeISD is pioneering the implementation of a district-wide AI OS, demonstrating its commitment to elevating academic performance and ensuring technological advancements are accessible and engaging for all students.

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DeSoto ISD Adds New Middle School Honors Mathematics Pathway to Curriculum

06/11/2024

DeSoto ISD announces the addition of a sixth-grade Pre-AP Honors Mathematics Pathway to its middle school curriculum for the 24-25 academic school year.

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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 Celebrates its 23-24 District Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year

06/10/2024

DeISD celebrates the best of the best in providing and announces its district elementary and secondary teachers of the year.

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DeSoto ISD Shares Parent Instructions to Access STAAR Scores

06/10/2024

DeSoto ISD is sharing STAAR access information for district parents of students in grades 3-8 and those who took the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR®) and related EOC exams in spring 2024.

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DeSoto ISD Students Show Progress on Recent STAAR EOC Scores

06/10/2024

Recently released State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness or STAAR, End-of-Course exam scores of DeSoto High School students show progress according to the recently released data reports.

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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 asks for its parent, staff, and student community aid in the return of all school-issued devices and accessories to the DeSoto ISD Technology Department.

05/31/2024

DeSoto ISD asks for its parent, staff, and student community aid in the return of all school-issued devices and accessories to the DeSoto ISD Technology Department.

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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 ISD Awarded $11K Texas Trust Credit Union Grant

05/31/2024

Texas Trust Credit Union awarded DeSoto Independent School District an $11,000 grant aimed at enhancing financial literacy for district students.

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DeSoto ISD Announces Revised June 2024 School Board Meeting Schedule

05/31/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees invites its school community to attend its upcoming regular monthly meetings and a bi-monthly town hall for June 2024.

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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 ISD Child Nutrition Partner Aramark to Provide Free Student Summer Meals

05/23/2024

DeSoto ISD in partnership with the district’s child nutrition provider, Aramark, will continue its annual free summer meals program.

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DeSoto ISD Announces Its 24-25 Calendar

05/17/2024

DeSoto Independent School District is releasing its approved district calendar for the 24-25 academic school year.

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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 to Celebrate 2024 Hall of Honor Inductees, Principal and Teachers of the Year, Milestones and Retirees

05/17/2024

The district will host its annual employee recognition event titled Cadence of Celebration, to honor Hall of Honor Inductees, Teachers of the Year, employee service milestones and retirees.

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2024 DeSoto ISD Hall of Honor to Induct Three New Members

05/15/2024

DeSoto ISD is proud to continue the tradition of honoring its alumni and those who have made a significant impact on its school community. DeSoto ISD will welcome three new members to the Hall of Honor on May 17, 2024.

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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 Board of Trustees Installs New Member, Incumbent

05/14/2024

The DeISD Trustees installed its new member and incumbent board member on Monday, May 13, 2024, during a special called board meeting.

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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 announces the May Meetings of the DeSoto ISD School Board Trustees

05/10/2024

During May, the DeSoto ISD School Board has a set of Special Called Meetings, the first of which is set for May 13 to install and welcome its declared school board trustee.

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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 Transition to Clear Backpacks for 24-25 Academic Year; Reminds Families No Backpacks for 6-12 Scholars starting May 13

05/10/2024

The District will use clear backpacks for the 24-25 academic year and reminds its families that scholars in grades 6-12 are to refrain from bringing backpacks from May 13 until the end of the 23-24 school year.

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DeSoto ISD Presents Positive Outlook at the 2024 State of District Address to the Business, Civic Community

05/07/2024

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 Area Chamber of Commerce on May 2, 2024, at the DeSoto Civic Center.

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DeSoto ISD Announces its District-wide Family Fitness Night

05/03/2024

DeSoto ISD announces its inaugural Districtwide Family Fitness Night on Thursday, May 9, from 6-8 p.m., at the DeSoto High School Multipurpose Center located at 600 Eagle Drive.

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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 Congratulates Superintendent As Recipient of University Recognition

04/19/2024

DeSoto ISD congratulates Superintendent Dr. Usamah Rogers on her prestigious recognition from her alma mater, Missouri State.

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DeSoto Celebrates Outgoing Trustee

04/19/2024

DeISD invites the school community to join the district's celebration of the contributions, dedication, and impact of outgoing school board trustee Dr. DeAndrea Fleming on May 14 at 5:30 p.m. in the Belt Line Conference Center, located at 200 E. Belt Line Road.

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DeSoto ISD to Host 2024 Cinco De Mayo Cultural Celebration

04/16/2024

Observe Cinco de Mayo with DeSoto ISD from 6-8 pm on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at DeSoto High School’s Nickels Auditorium. The free event is an opportunity to celebrate diversity and honor traditions associated with Hispanic or Spanish-speaking students of Mexican heritage.

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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 to Host May 4 Job Fair

04/15/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District will host a job fair to hire staff for the 2024-2025 academic year from 9 am to Noon on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in the DeSoto ISD Belt Line Conference Center

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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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DeSoto High School Debate Teams Medals in Recent Challenges, Advances to Larger Stage

04/11/2024

DeSoto High school speech and debate team wins at UIL District

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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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DHS Alum, Beyonce Choreographer Shares Arts Journey, Triple-A Experience with Scholars in Recent Installment of Scholar Speaker Series

04/09/2024

DeSoto Independent School District alum, Jamal Josef, with Beyonce ties, visits several groups of scholars to discuss his pathway to arts-focused advancement and success.

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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 Begins the Search for the Next Head Girls Basketball Coach

04/04/2024

As DeSoto ISD begins its search for the next Head Girls Basketball Coach, the district would like to ensure that it clearly communicates the process.

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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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DeSoto ISD Announces Spring 2024 Pre-K Enrollment Activities, Dates

03/28/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District is excited to announce spring enrollment dates and activities for families of soon-to-be three- and four-year-old scholars.

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DeSoto ISD Proactively Unpacking Enrollment and Re-strategizing Financial Future

03/28/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District (ISD) administration presented an early proposal to the Board of Trustees during the Monday, March 4, 2024, workshop regarding several aspects of the district’s financial position and strategy.

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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 to Hosted Kinder Choice Fair for Pre-Kindergarten Families

03/25/2024

DeSoto ISD parents and families at Amber Terrace Early Childhood Learning Center attended 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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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 ISD Students Compete in Regional Spelling Bee

03/22/2024

DeSoto ISD recently held its annual Spanish Spelling Bee, and the first-place winners and runner ups represented the district at Region 10’s Spanish Spelling Bee on March 20.

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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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DeSoto ISD School Board March Meeting Schedule

03/07/2024

DeSoto ISD Announces Its March School Board Meetings

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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 Board of Trustees Formalizes Election Outcome for Uncontested Seats

02/27/2024

During a special called meeting on Monday, February 26, 2024, the DeSoto ISD Board of Trustees formalized the outcome for the upcoming election initially scheduled for May 4, 2024.

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DeSoto ISD to Host TAPR Public Hearing

02/23/2024

The public hearing on the 2022-2023 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for DeSoto ISD is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., in the Boardroom of the DeSoto ISD Instructional Support Center located at 200 Belt-Line Road in DeSoto.

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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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Focus Daily News Features DHS Student Kayden Roberts

02/21/2024

DHS Sophomore shares his aspirations with Focus Daily News

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May 2024 DeSoto ISD School Board Election: Candidates Announced

02/16/2024

The DeSoto Independent School District Board of Trustees filing period has concluded, and the candidate list is set for the 2024 Board of Trustees election scheduled for May 4, 2024.

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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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2023 Football Eagles Accolades

02/02/2024

Accolades abound for the outstanding season, with individual and collective recognitions as well as early college signings.

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DeSoto ISD Students Prepare to Compete for the Top Spelling Awards

01/26/2024

Join us at the DeSoto ISD Scripps Spelling Bee on Thursday, Feb 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the DeSoto High School Auditorium located at 600 Eagle Drive.

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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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01/26/2024

While we celebrate national and international history makers, history is also made every day by people from and working in or with local communities. This year, DeSoto ISD will celebrate Black History Month by celebrating our local history makers.

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