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DeSoto ISD and DeSoto High School Recognized with Dallas County Promise Economic Mobility Awards

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:58:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD and DeSoto High School earned multiple Dallas County Promise Economic Mobility Awards for record-setting growth in college readiness.

DeSoto ISD Launches 2026-2027 Enrollment Campaign: "DeSoto Driven: Focused on Progress. Committed to Excellence."

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:14:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD has officially opened enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year, launching a districtwide campaign themed "DeSoto Driven: Focused on Progress. Committed to Excellence."

DeSoto ISD Partners with Whitsons Culinary Group to Launch Free Summer Meals Program

Thu, 28 May 2026 20:58:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is partnering with Whitsons Culinary Group to provide free summer meals for children throughout the community from June 1 through July 30.

DeSoto High School Class of 2026 Celebrates Exceptional Outcomes, Academic Milestones, and Post-Secondary Success

Thu, 28 May 2026 17:18:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD celebrated the DeSoto High School Class of 2026 for achieving exceptional academic, career and postsecondary outcomes.

DeSoto ISD Spotlights State Champion SaRod Baker’s Resilience, Academic Excellence, and Unmatched Determination

Wed, 27 May 2026 20:43:00 GMT

SaRod Baker, a DeSoto High School Class of 2027 running back and state champion, is being recognized for his resilience, academic excellence and athletic achievement.

DeSoto ISD Names Nicke Smith Head Boys Basketball Coach at DeSoto High School

Wed, 27 May 2026 13:24:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD has named Nicke Smith as the new head boys basketball coach at DeSoto High School. Smith brings nearly 30 years of coaching experience, a 431-192 overall record and three UIL state championships.

DeSoto ISD Scholar Earns Top 10 State Finish at UIL Academic Speech & Debate Tournament

Fri, 22 May 2026 22:55:00 GMT

DeSoto High School scholar Jada'Chris Easter secured a prestigious Top 10 state finish at the UIL Academic Speech & Debate State Finals held at the University of Texas at Austin.

DeSoto ISD Advances Vision for New Frank D. Moates Elementary Through Community Design Engagement

Fri, 22 May 2026 22:45:00 GMT

DeSoto ISD is moving forward with its 2025 Bond Program to build a brand-new facility for Frank D. Moates Elementary School.