DGS Fall Picture Retake Day: Tuesday, November 30, 2021
DeSoto Grade School will dismiss at 2:15 today Tuesday, November 23.
Just a reminder that DeSoto Grade School will dismiss today 11/23 at 2:15 for Thanksgiving break. School will resume on Monday 11/29.
From everyone at DeSoto Grade School, have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Just in time for holiday shopping!
The winner will be drawn on February 1st.
Tickets may be purchased through the office, Beta Club members and sponsors, and at home basketball games!
You may view tonight's board meeting by using the link below.
Anyone can view the meeting on the School’s YouTube page at: DeSoto Grade School YouTube
The boys game at Adams on Monday 11/22 is going to be rescheduled. We are still working on a date for the makeup game, and will let you know as soon as a date is determined.
The boys will practice on Monday from 3-5 instead.
The girls home game on Monday is still on as scheduled.
The boys and girls games on Thursday, Nov. 18, vs Tamaroa has been cancelled. The boys will practice 3:00-5:00 on Thursday. The girls will not practice.
Good luck to our basketball teams as they compete tonight against Elverado. The boys will be at Elverado, while the girls will play at home. JV game time is 5:30.
Here are a few guidelines to remember if you are planning to attend basketball games at DeSoto Grade School this year:
1. Masks are required for anyone age 2 and older.
2. Please maintain physical distancing to the best extent possible.
3. All students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for the duration of the game.
Thank you, and Go Rangers!
Second Grade began their Digital Citizen lessons with Mrs. Clough this week. The first two lessons included discussing how to be a good digital citizen and why it's importatnt to have device-free moments. They were challenged to come up with device-free rules with their family.
Below is the link to tonight's special board meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/92834397715?pwd=dnpvV3RjQ1NwcWZieVV1K1lPUXFRZz09
First Grade began their digital citizenship lessons with Mrs. Clough today. We talked about the importance of being safe, responsible, and respectful online.
Good luck to our girls basketball team as they travel to St. Andrew tonight. Due to capacity limits, they are not allowing visiting fans. They will live stream the game on the schools Facebook page. First game starts at 5:30.
Live stream link:
https://www.facebook.com/SaintAndrewSchool
Mrs. Clough will be teaching Digital Citizenship lessons with each class over the next couple months. Today Kindergarten had their first lesson. We discussed media balance, and how to find a happy balance between our online and offline activities. Check out the family activity below. I'm sure we can all work on having more media balance!
In honor of Founder’s Day, Jr. High Beta Club handed out thank you cards & doughnuts to all staff today to thank them for their service to our school and community!
6th Grade History class is working on creating paper mache canopic jars from ancient Egypt. They are looking great so far!
Good luck to our boys and girls basketball teams as they begin their seasons this evening. The girls will be traveling to Adams, while the boys will play Adams at home. Game times are 5:30.
Here are a few guidelines to remember if you are planning to attend basketball games at DeSoto Grade School this year:
1. Masks are required for anyone age 2 and older.
2. Please maintain physical distancing to the best extent possible.
3. All students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian for the duration of the game.
Thank you and Go Rangers!
Steve Mayerhofer is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: DeSoto Grade School Board Meeting (Public View)
Time: Oct 25, 2021 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/93352054337?pwd=cVZtL0FETE10S3hVT3RDaXlnNXRQQT09
Meeting ID: 933 5205 4337
Passcode: ak00zS
8th grade students got to enjoy the beautiful weather today while reviewing for their upcoming constitution test.
DeSoto Grade School is seeking applicants for the following positions:
1. Part-Time Bus Driver
2. Part-Time Teaching Assistant
Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and qualifications by November 19, 2021 to Dr. Steve Mayerhofer: smayerhofer@desoto86.org, or contact the office, 618-867-2317.