Newsroom News Summary

Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:42:00 GMT

The DeSoto ISD student dress code was developed by the district administration in alignment with DeSoto ISD Board Policies (FNCA Legal and Local). Please read for additional information....

DeSoto ISD Names Carl LaJaunie Jr. New Band Director

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 22:41:00 GMT

An experienced music educator and Southern University graduate, LaJaunie will focus on building a culture of excellence, discipline and pride while helping students grow as musicians, leaders and lifelong learners.

DeSoto ISD Launches 100 Hand Claps First-Day Welcome Initiative

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:08:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is launching the 100 Hand Claps initiative to recruit 100 volunteers to welcome scholars across all nine campuses on the first day of school.

DeSoto ISD Announces 2026-27 Meet the Teacher Nights

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:57:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD invites families to attend Meet the Teacher Night at their scholar’s campus ahead of the 2026-27 school year.

DeSoto ISD Personal Communication Device Violation Protocol – Secondary Campuses

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:55:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD’s updated secondary campus device protocol uses a progressive discipline model to reduce classroom distractions, beginning with warnings and escalating to secured phone pouches.

DeSoto ISD Invites Businesses and Community Partners to Support Fall Convocation

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:23:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD Releases 2026–2027 Student Registration Guide

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:48:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD has released a step-by-step guide to help families complete student registration for the 2026–2027 school year.

DeSoto ISD Encourages Families to Register for Bus Transportation

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:48:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is encouraging families who need bus transportation to register as soon as possible so routes and stops can be finalized before the first day of school.