Newsroom News Summary

DeSoto ISD Announces Early Childhood Enrollment for the 2026–2027 School Year

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 18:19:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is officially inviting families to enroll their children in Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten for the upcoming school year.

Eagle Spotlight: Celebrating Excellence — Diana Cruz, McCowan Middle School

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:12:00 GMT

Eighth-grader Diana Cruz of McCowan Middle School is recognized as an Eagle leader who exemplifies the PRIDE value of Excellence through her dedication in both academics and athletics.

Eagle Employee Department Spotlight: Johnerica Major

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:03:00 GMT

Johnerica Major, a special education paraprofessional at McCowan Middle School, is dedicated to supporting and advocating for students with diverse learning needs.

DeSoto ISD Prepares for 2026 -27 Academic Calendar with draft proposals and key information

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 22:08:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD has released three draft options for the 2026–27 academic calendar and is inviting community feedback.

Eagle Employee Department Spotlight: John D. Nobles

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:21:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is highlighting John D. Nobles, Positive Behavior and Restorative Practices Coordinator at Cockrell Hill Elementary, for his 16 years of dedicated service to the district.

KJTMA Scholar Benjamin Pearson Advances to Dallas Regional Spelling Bee

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:08:00 GMT

Seventh grader Benjamin Pearson of Katherine Johnson Technology Magnet Academy has made district history as the first DeSoto ISD student in recent years to advance to the Dallas regional Spelling Bee

Cockrell Hill Elementary School Strengthens Student Literacy Through Ongoing Reading Buddies Partnership with Costco

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:57:00 GMT

Cockrell Hill Elementary School is strengthening student literacy through its ongoing Reading Buddies partnership with Costco.

DeSoto ISD Celebrates National School Breakfast Week

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:14:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is celebrating National School Breakfast Week, March 2–6, by highlighting the importance of nutritious meals.

DeSoto ISD Celebrates National School Social Work Week

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 18:52:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is recognizing National School Social Work Week, observed during the first full week of March, to honor the vital role school social workers play in supporting students, families, and campus communities.

Stories That Inspire: DeSoto ISD Celebrates Black Children’s Book Week Across the District

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 15:39:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD celebrated Black Children’s Book Week across all campuses, engaging students in culturally relevant literature that highlights Black authors, illustrators, and stories.