NOMINATE an outstanding teacher October 1st - 15th!
🏆 The monthly winner receives:
📰 A feature story in the DeSoto Times-Tribune
🎖️ A framed Teacher of the Month certificate
💳 A $200 gift card
LINK TO NOMINATE: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.desototimes.com%2Fteacher_of_the_month%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAcGRvZgVicmlkETFUVk1Fc2RpMmtuOGptN1l5c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHs-PSJarha6PYn5C_r0LqAnfEw9jfKTCgEm7_S9PSn4epBk7PBq7wjIBZbNn_aem_e_ij13bferCwdzgrroKstQ&h=AUDp2Jabis06iyJD5jMfmxrA1XFy_33h5H-zov5hltOMEEzCOBuBlmZzVrb6QC_ZA5pN4whNX8BRetS2Vfhe4x0OUvWmR86N6Xl9g_vNULPcri52OR4XAbFtfRmaYc08HZDzLYPgtGsxITcygdI&__tn__=R*F&c[0]=AUCAFUeaodB0LVlSabCFd-AH5XlD88oF-zSensa71cVXA9a3br2SIGTAbvRDFgc-Wq-ZHD0E1X_mDcU-Cy6aAlg127fRLb3vHrCbtknFjgJvnjH2DPTaTBx5FqZJYlxBRi1vPWJh1jzsl3dmd5FLBT1oqZhmz3RS7pzFPyL72xWhoNW0MN9PY4IhjQjX2O1IQYvu1eQny9pjA1HHFt07hfKUUImR-a4
Click the link in the comments to nominate a teacher today — tag them below to let them know how much they’re appreciated! 🍎❤️
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Thanks to all who helped make last night’s Mental Health Awareness Night at Horn Lake High School a great success! #famiHLy 🦅 #TeamDCS
Applications open for Mississippi Governor’s School; High school sophomores, juniors can apply
Applications are open for Mississippi Governor’s School set for June 6-19, 2027. Current high school sophomores and juniors can apply by the deadline of Nov. 1.
Mississippi Governor’s School (MGS) is a two-week residential honors experience for some of Mississippi’s brightest and most motivated students. Scholars from across the state live on the campus of Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, take challenging courses, explore new interests, build leadership skills, serve their communities, and experience college life alongside other high-achieving students.
Tuition, housing, meals, activities, and three hours of honors college credit are all provided at no cost to the student.
Students who are current high school sophomores or juniors during the 2026–2027 school year are eligible to apply. They will attend MGS as rising juniors and seniors during the summer program.
Click to apply now and learn more.
Follow Mississippi Governor’s School on Facebook and Instagram at @msgovschool.
Schools and organizations can also access the MGS Recruitment Toolkit for ready-to-use emails, social media posts, announcements, and other materials.
Applications are open for Mississippi Governor’s School set for June 6-19, 2027. Current high school sophomores and juniors can apply by the deadline of Nov. 1.
Mississippi Governor’s School (MGS) is a two-week residential honors experience for some of Mississippi’s brightest and most motivated students. Scholars from across the state live on the campus of Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, take challenging courses, explore new interests, build leadership skills, serve their communities, and experience college life alongside other high-achieving students.
Tuition, housing, meals, activities, and three hours of honors college credit are all provided at no cost to the student.
Students who are current high school sophomores or juniors during the 2026–2027 school year are eligible to apply. They will attend MGS as rising juniors and seniors during the summer program.
Click to apply now and learn more.
Follow Mississippi Governor’s School on Facebook and Instagram at @msgovschool.
Schools and organizations can also access the MGS Recruitment Toolkit for ready-to-use emails, social media posts, announcements, and other materials.
Big cheers for Horn Lake Intermediate School's English learners who officially exited the program! Your hard work, dedication, and growth have paid off! This is just the beginning — keep shining! ✨
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DCS ATTENDANCE POLICY UPDATES AND KEY CHANGES FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Powered By Purpose.. Guided By Heart- #TeamDCS Professional School Counselors kicked off the 26-27 school year together yesterday.
Our team is ready to lead with purpose, advocate with heart, & collaborate with intention! Thank you to all of our speakers & sponsors!
#BeTheStandard
Congratulations to the students who earned the Seal of Biliteracy!
#BeTheStandard #TeamDCS
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Supt. Cory Uselton and the DCS School Board congratulate the Olive Branch High School Girls' Basketball Team for earning the 2026 6A State Championship! #TeamDCS #BeTheStandard
Trinia, Donavyn, & Mrs. Lindsey enjoyed participating in the Arc’s Job Extravaganza today and sharing about Project SEARCH with DCS students.
DeSoto County Schools eNews
Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation
The Arc Northwest Mississippi via DCSeNews Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cntkk6PUe/
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DeSoto County Schools eNews
Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation
The Arc Northwest Mississippi via DCSeNews Facebook Post: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Cntkk6PUe/
#TeamDCS #BetheStandard
Supt. Cory Uselton and the School Board recognized Valedictorians, Salutatorians, STAR Students, and STAR Teachers from each DCS high school.
Congratulations to these outstanding seniors from Center Hill High School:
Valedictorian & STAR Student - Kalah Hope Figueroa-Kelley
Salutatorian - Monica Catrise Reeves
STAR Teacher - Alisha Green
#TeamDCS #BeTheStandard
Congratulations to these outstanding seniors from Center Hill High School:
Valedictorian & STAR Student - Kalah Hope Figueroa-Kelley
Salutatorian - Monica Catrise Reeves
STAR Teacher - Alisha Green
#TeamDCS #BeTheStandard
DCS recently celebrated seniors who completed internships through Connect DeSoto. Seniors received certificates and cords they will wear at graduation. Congratulations to these students who chose to go the extra mile. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments! #TeamDCS #BeTheStandard
See all photos on #DCSeNews Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18hnRa88jz/
DeSoto County School District had five elementary schools compete in the regional science fair at The University of MS (Ole Miss): LCES, PHES, LIS, CHES, & OES. So many first-place winners!
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2026-2027 School Supply Lists are available! Bookmark https://tinyurl.com/26-27DCSSupplies
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Teacher Career Fair 2026 #BeTheStandard #TeamDCS
Stay Informed, Stay Engaged With the DeSoto County Schools Mobile App!
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Attention All K-12 Private Schools Operating in DeSoto County
The DeSoto County Schools Office of Federal Programs invites private schools in DeSoto County to explore Federal Title services, ensuring equitable participation for K-12 students and educators. If interested, please contact Tonya Fowler, Equitable Services Coordinator, by February 21, 2025 via mail at 5 East South Street, Hernando, MS 38632, or email CS_federalprograms@dcsms.org.
