Next stop: High School! 🎓🚀
The time has come to celebrate the 8th Grade Class of 2026! It feels like just yesterday they were walking through our doors as wide-eyed underclassmen, and now they are ready to take on the world.
We are so proud of the leaders, athletes, artists, and scholars they have become. Join us as we celebrate their final milestone before they officially become high schoolers!
The time has come to celebrate the 8th Grade Class of 2026! It feels like just yesterday they were walking through our doors as wide-eyed underclassmen, and now they are ready to take on the world.
We are so proud of the leaders, athletes, artists, and scholars they have become. Join us as we celebrate their final milestone before they officially become high schoolers!
Celebrating excellence in the classroom! 🏆📚
It’s almost time to honor the hard work, dedication, and academic achievements of our incredible students. We are so proud of the late nights, the curiosity, and the "aha!" moments that have defined this school year.
Please join us for our Academic Awards Ceremony as we recognize our top scholars and standout achievers!
It’s almost time to honor the hard work, dedication, and academic achievements of our incredible students. We are so proud of the late nights, the curiosity, and the "aha!" moments that have defined this school year.
Please join us for our Academic Awards Ceremony as we recognize our top scholars and standout achievers!
Please join us on Thursday for our awards ceremony!
🥪 Fueling Up for Summer Fun! ☀️
School might be out soon, but lunch is still on us! We are thrilled to announce that our Free Summer Lunch Program is back for 2026 to ensure every child has access to healthy, delicious meals all summer long.
The Details:
Who: Free for all children and teens ages 18 and younger. Over 18- $2
When: M-F during the month of June (closed on June 19)
Time: 11:00-12:30
Where: DGS Cafeteria
Help us spread the word! Share this post with friends, neighbors, and families to make sure no kid goes hungry this summer.
School might be out soon, but lunch is still on us! We are thrilled to announce that our Free Summer Lunch Program is back for 2026 to ensure every child has access to healthy, delicious meals all summer long.
The Details:
Who: Free for all children and teens ages 18 and younger. Over 18- $2
When: M-F during the month of June (closed on June 19)
Time: 11:00-12:30
Where: DGS Cafeteria
Help us spread the word! Share this post with friends, neighbors, and families to make sure no kid goes hungry this summer.
Good luck to our incredible State Track Qualifiers as they head out to compete. We are so proud of your hard work and dedication!
Go out there and show them what you’re made of! 🥇👟
Go out there and show them what you’re made of! 🥇👟
🍎 What a week! 🍎
On behalf of the entire DGS Staff, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to our amazing PTO and Administration for making Teacher Appreciation Week so incredibly special. From the delicious treats to the thoughtful gestures, we felt the love every single day!
We also want to give a special shout-out to our wonderful students and parents. Your kind words, creative gifts, and constant support mean the world to us. We are so lucky to be part of such a generous school community.
Thank you for making us feel like superstars! 🌟📚
On behalf of the entire DGS Staff, we want to send a huge THANK YOU to our amazing PTO and Administration for making Teacher Appreciation Week so incredibly special. From the delicious treats to the thoughtful gestures, we felt the love every single day!
We also want to give a special shout-out to our wonderful students and parents. Your kind words, creative gifts, and constant support mean the world to us. We are so lucky to be part of such a generous school community.
Thank you for making us feel like superstars! 🌟📚
☀️ Summer Fun is Just Around the Corner! ☀️
Registration for our Summer Enrichment Program is officially OPEN!
📝 The Details:
Who: Open to DGS students who were in 3rd – 5th grade during the 2025-2026 school year.
When: June 1–5 & June 8–12
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM daily
Where: DeSoto Grade School
Perks: Lunch is provided for all attendees!
⚠️ Important Note:
Spaces are limited! Once you register, please keep an eye on your inbox—you will receive an email shortly confirming your child’s spot(s).
Ready to sign up?
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Thank you for being part of the DGS community! Let’s make this summer unforgettable. 🎒✨
Registration for our Summer Enrichment Program is officially OPEN!
📝 The Details:
Who: Open to DGS students who were in 3rd – 5th grade during the 2025-2026 school year.
When: June 1–5 & June 8–12
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM daily
Where: DeSoto Grade School
Perks: Lunch is provided for all attendees!
⚠️ Important Note:
Spaces are limited! Once you register, please keep an eye on your inbox—you will receive an email shortly confirming your child’s spot(s).
Ready to sign up?
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3I9GJNMgl8LtZXC7Zz7Qtg7rS0hckmD9DpwfrYUl0GT9PqQ/viewform
Thank you for being part of the DGS community! Let’s make this summer unforgettable. 🎒✨
8th grade parents: The Illinois Student Assistance Commission's goal is to provide information to families about financial aid resources for students planning to attend college. The attached link will provide more information for parents and students. https://www.isac.org/
🍎 It’s Staff Appreciation Week! 🍎
It takes a big heart to help shape little minds. This week, we are rolling out the red carpet for the incredible educators, administrators, and support staff who make our school a second home.
From the classroom lightbulb moments to the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps us running—our staff is the heartbeat of this community.
It takes a big heart to help shape little minds. This week, we are rolling out the red carpet for the incredible educators, administrators, and support staff who make our school a second home.
From the classroom lightbulb moments to the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps us running—our staff is the heartbeat of this community.
🌸Our Mother’s Day Chicken n’ Dumplins & Plant Sale is officially open for online pre-orders. Please see the form below to place your order.
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Celebrating our MVPs and Team Players! 🏆⚽🏀
It’s time to hang up the jerseys for a moment and celebrate the grit, teamwork, and sportsmanship our athletes displayed this season. From buzzer-beaters to personal bests, our students have left it all on the field and court!
Join us for our Athletic Awards Ceremony as we honor our standout performers and dedicated teammates.
It’s time to hang up the jerseys for a moment and celebrate the grit, teamwork, and sportsmanship our athletes displayed this season. From buzzer-beaters to personal bests, our students have left it all on the field and court!
Join us for our Athletic Awards Ceremony as we honor our standout performers and dedicated teammates.
Don’t forget to join us this Friday for our Spring Concert! 🌸🎻
School will dismiss at 2:15 following the concert.
Just a quick reminder that our Spring Concert is coming up fast. If you haven't cleared your schedule , now is the time! 🌸✨
We will also dismiss at 2:15 on Thursday, 4/2.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Have a wonderful weekend!
To support our Jr. Beta Club’s upcoming attendance at the National Convention in Nashville, we are hosting a Weekly Dress-Up Fundraiser every Wednesday throughout the month of April!
How it works:
Cost: Students may participate by bringing $1 each Wednesday, and giving to homeroom teacher.
The Wednesday Lineup:
April 1: Wacky Wednesday (Mismatched clothes, crazy socks, wild hair)
April 8: Pajama Day (School-appropriate loungewear)
April 15: Jersey / Sports Day (Favorite pro, college, or local teams)
April 22: Decades Day (50s, 70s, 80s, etc.)
April 29: THE GREAT COLOR WAR! (Grade-level specific colors)
A Note on Dress Code: All outfits must remain within the school dress code.
Thank you for supporting our Betas. We couldn't do this without your help and support!
How it works:
Cost: Students may participate by bringing $1 each Wednesday, and giving to homeroom teacher.
The Wednesday Lineup:
April 1: Wacky Wednesday (Mismatched clothes, crazy socks, wild hair)
April 8: Pajama Day (School-appropriate loungewear)
April 15: Jersey / Sports Day (Favorite pro, college, or local teams)
April 22: Decades Day (50s, 70s, 80s, etc.)
April 29: THE GREAT COLOR WAR! (Grade-level specific colors)
A Note on Dress Code: All outfits must remain within the school dress code.
Thank you for supporting our Betas. We couldn't do this without your help and support!
Skip the cooking and join the DGS Beta Club for a night of pasta and purpose!
🍩 Join us for Donuts with a Grownup!
We’re hosting a special morning dedicated to our kids and the amazing grownups in their lives. Whether it’s a parent, a neighbor, or a family friend, come enjoy a donut on us.
RSVP is required by April 13 so we can get our final headcount to the bakery.
Hope to see you there!
We’re hosting a special morning dedicated to our kids and the amazing grownups in their lives. Whether it’s a parent, a neighbor, or a family friend, come enjoy a donut on us.
RSVP is required by April 13 so we can get our final headcount to the bakery.
Hope to see you there!
📝 Top Tips for IAR Success! 🌟
It’s testing season, and our students are ready to shine! Help them do their best with these 4 quick tips:
💤 Sleep: Get a full night's rest!
🍳 Fuel: Eat a healthy, protein-packed breakfast.
🕵️ Read: Take your time and read every question twice.
🧘 Relax: Deep breaths! You’ve got all the tools you need to succeed.
Let’s show that test what we’ve learned this year! You've got this! 💪✨
It’s testing season, and our students are ready to shine! Help them do their best with these 4 quick tips:
💤 Sleep: Get a full night's rest!
🍳 Fuel: Eat a healthy, protein-packed breakfast.
🕵️ Read: Take your time and read every question twice.
🧘 Relax: Deep breaths! You’ve got all the tools you need to succeed.
Let’s show that test what we’ve learned this year! You've got this! 💪✨
Please join us Thursday, March 26 for Family Reading Night!
Reminder that tomorrow is an 11:30 dismissal and there is NO Ranger Station.
Have a great spring break!
