DeSoto ISD Launches Districtwide “Gobble Up Goals” i-Ready Reading Challenge During Thanksgiving Break
This Thanksgiving Break, DeSoto Independent School District
is encouraging all K–8 scholars to “Gobble Up Goals” through a districtwide
i-Ready Reading Challenge designed to boost literacy skills, strengthen
learning habits, and keep students academically engaged while school is out.
Led by Chief Academic Officer Stephanie McCloud, the
initiative invites students to participate in a fun and motivating reading
challenge from November 24 to November 28, with activities taking place
from home and tracked digitally through i-Ready.
Challenge Overview
Throughout the Thanksgiving break, students are encouraged
to complete:
- 45
minutes of i-Ready Reading each day
- All
lessons with at least 80% accuracy
The challenge is designed to help scholars maintain academic
momentum, enhance fluency and comprehension, and return to school ready to soar
into the next phase of learning.
How It Works
- Students
log into i-Ready Reading each day during the break.
- The
system tracks minutes completed and lesson accuracy automatically.
- Teachers
and principals will review student progress when school resumes.
Campus Competition & Celebrations
To spark friendly competition and school spirit, each DeSoto
ISD campus may recognize the class with the highest levels of:
- Total
minutes completed
- Lessons
passed at 80% accuracy or higher
- Overall
student participation
Campuses may choose the celebration or reward that best fits
their community—encouraging every scholar to do their best and contribute to
their class’s success.
Why It Matters
The “Gobble Up Goals” Reading Challenge supports DeSoto
ISD’s mission to increase reading fluency, comprehension, and overall academic
growth. By participating, students strengthen essential literacy skills that
impact performance across subjects, including foundational math and
problem-solving abilities.
“Thanksgiving Break offers a perfect opportunity for
students to stay engaged in learning,” said McCloud. “This challenge promotes
strong reading habits, celebrates academic effort, and keeps our scholars’
minds active while enjoying time with family.”
Call to Action
The challenge is open to all K–8 students across all
DeSoto ISD campuses.
K–8 scholars, it’s time to keep your brains active and
reading skills sharp! Join the DeSoto ISD i-Ready Reading Challenge from
November 24–28 and complete 45 minutes of i-Ready Reading each day
with 80% accuracy or higher.
Track your progress, help your
class win campus celebrations, and return to school ready to soar!
Log in daily, complete lessons, and challenge yourself
this Thanksgiving Break!