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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.

DeSoto ISD Interim Superintendent Brent S. Mitchell Launches Districtwide Listening Tour

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:55:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD Interim Superintendent Brent S. Mitchell has launched a districtwide listening tour, rescheduling the Community Meet and Greet.

DeSoto ISD Eagle Spotlight: Angela Westbrook

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:32:00 GMT

Angela Westbrook serves as a dedicated Executive Assistant in the DeSoto ISD Teaching and Learning Department.

DeSoto ISD Eagle Spotlight: Celebrating Excellence — Jaylen McDow, DeSoto West Middle School

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:35:00 GMT

8th-grader Jaylen McDow is a standout leader and straight-A student at DeSoto West Middle School who exemplifies integrity and service.

DeSoto ISD Eagle Spotlight: Mrs. Channon Payton — West Middle School

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:22:00 GMT

Mrs. Channon Payton, a dedicated counselor at West Middle School with 13 years of service in DeSoto ISD.