April 29, 2024
On April 27, voters in North DeSoto (District no. 2) did not approve a $85.2 million building bond proposal focused on addressing rapid growth in the area with the construction of...

April 24, 2024
DeSoto Parish Schools is excited to announce that Megan Descant, a Biology and biomedical sciences teacher, and Christina White, a Geometry teacher at North DeSoto High School, ha...



March 19, 2024
The DeSoto Parish School System is honored to announce that Mrs. Amanda LaFollette, principal of Mansfield Elementary School, has been named one of twenty-four semifinalists for t...

A Legacy of Service: Supporting Student Opportunities Through The Heith Parker Memorial Scholarship.
March 25, 2025
On behalf of the Parker family, thank you to everyone who donated to the Heith Parker Memorial Scholarship. Your generosity ensures that Heith’s legacy will live on, providing opp...

December 19, 2024
In the recently released K-3 Fall Reading Report by the Louisiana Department of Education, DeSoto Parish Schools demonstrated exceptional performance and growth. The report, based...


October 25, 2024
Congratulations to Mrs. Bettie Carter, Literacy Paraprofessional at Mansfield Elementary, for being named DeSoto Parish School Support Staff Member of the Year! Mrs. Carter’s jo...

August 8, 2024
DeSoto Parish Schools are thrilled to welcome students back to the classroom for the 2024-2025 school year. The first day of school marks the beginning of another exciting chapter...

April 5, 2024
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April 4, 2024
At a schoolwide assembly today, The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) celebrated North DeSoto High School in DeSoto Parish Schools, Louisiana, for receiving the...

March 22, 2024
Dear students, staff, and families, Spring Break is finally here! This upcoming week, we're taking a break from classes, tests, and homework. It's a golden opportunity to step ba...

February 29, 2024
North DeSoto High School, one of five finalists nationwide, selected for fostering educator excellence and successful instructional practices
The National Institute for Excel...


February 6, 2024
Louisiana school among four nationwide being considered for $50,000 grand prize.
The National Institute for Excellence in Teaching (NIET) announced today that North DeSoto ...

February 2, 2024
The DeSoto Parish School Board convened for its regular meeting on Thursday, February 1, 2024, and approved the academic calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. Based on feedback ...

January 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to a remarkable individual, Coach Johnny Houston Haynes, who touched the lives of many as an esteemed educator, coach, and dedicated m...

January 17, 2024
All DeSoto Parish Schools and district offices will return to normal operations and activities on Thursday, January 18th. If you are still experiencing icy conditions in your area...

January 17, 2024
Dear DeSoto Parish Families,
I want to extend my sincere appreciation for your patience and cooperation during the recent winter weather that led to the closure of our school...