DeSoto Grade School

Parents: On Monday, November 2, we will start a new schedule for DeSoto Grade School. We will extend our school day until 2:15 every day. Bus riders will dismiss at 2:07; walkers and bike-riders will dismiss at 2:11; and parent pick-ups will dismiss at 2:15. I will send a letter home tomorrow with these details, but wanted to get the information in your hands today. Thanks for your cooperation and support!

You can listen to tonight's board meeting at 7:00 by joining on Google meet at this link meet.google.com/qvm-oiyp-ewi

New windows are looking great! Here is a before and after photo of the east side of the school.

We’re thrilled to announce DeSoto Grade School's new app! It’s everything DeSoto Rangers, in your pocket. Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/3mOeq61 or iPhone: https://apple.co/2FVURIm.

Check out the newly renovated bathrooms in the 1926 portion of the building! Thanks to everyone for your patience and support during this project!

Illinois Ag in the Classroom visited the 4th grade last week for a presentation on pumpkins.

Just a reminder - there will be no school on Monday, October 12 in recognition of Columbus Day.

Congratulations to the Lady Rangers softball team on their win last night in the regional tournament! They will play in the Regional Championship game Friday afternoon at 4:30 at Elverado. Go Lady Rangers!!

Congratulations to the Lady Rangers softball team on their win last night in the regional tournament! They will play in the Regional Championship game Friday afternoon at 4:30 at Elverado. Go Lady Rangers!!

This evenings baseball game against St. Andrew will be played at Riverside Park in Murphysboro. Game time is 5:00.

8th grade/Parent recognition night at the softball game. Game time is 4:00, ceremony at the conclusion of the game.

Attention: Any 5th Grade students interested in playing baseball/softball: Both teams are expanding their roster down to 5th grade. If you are interested in playing this year please be at the park tomorrow for practice. Baseball: 3:30-5:30 Softball: 5-7. Pitchers/Catchers stay until 7:30

Parents and families of remote learners: Your child’s teacher will be contacting you by the end of the day Thursday with information regarding remote learning and expectations.

Baseball and softball will begin this week with away games on Tuesday (8/18) at Adams, and both with home games on Thursday (8/20). Tuesday’s bus time is 3:00! Please remember, all spectators are required to wear a mask unless eating, drinking or properly socially distanced. Also, concession stands will not be available at most venues this year. So please be prepared with plenty of water. Good luck to our teams as they begin their seasons.

Parents - you are doing a great job getting your kids to school properly equipped and ready to go! Thank you! Also, if your child is attending in-person during the day, there is not an expectation for remote learning in the afternoon. Students may have homework to complete online or otherwise, but are not required to be checking in. Thursday and Friday of this week are remote learning planning days, so classes are cancelled for all students - both in-person and remote learners. This will allow for the crane to be here and get the new HVAC units put on. Thank you for your patience and flexibility!