
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.

DeSoto Grade School conducted a severe weather drill today. Students and staff did an excellent job of practicing our severe weather procedures.

It's almost basektball season! Orders are due by October 14. Please see Coach Watts if you have any questions.


Mr. Mayerhofer joined 3rd and 4th grade for lunch yesterday!


Below please find the link to tonight's board meeting.
Regular Board Meeting Link
Monday, September 27 · 7:00 – 8:00pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/rsv-qjvq-scw

The railroad tracks by the four way will be closed: September 27, 28 and 29. Enjoy the beautiful fall weather this weekend! Go Rangers!

Good luck to our Lady Rangers as they play for a regional championship tonight! Game time is 4:30 in Vergennes (Elverado). Go Rangers!