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Mission

District Mission

The School District of DeSoto County will partner with parents and the community to:
 
Deliver a safe and secure learning environment. 
Optimize communication to strengthen learning environment.
Guarantee students have equitable access to rigorous engaging instruction.
Shape minds to build a strong social-emotional foundation for responsible citizenship.
 

School Mission

Our mission is to empower all students to become life-long learners able to compete in today's society.
 

School Beliefs

  • Student learning is the chief priority for the school.
  • Students need to apply their learning in meaningful contexts.
  • A safe and physically comfortable environment promotes student learning.
  • Students need to not only demonstrate their understanding of essential knowledge and skills, but also need to be actively involved in solving problems and producing quality work.
  • All students can learn as a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs.
  • Teachers, administrators, parents, and the community share the responsibility for advancing the school’s mission.
  • The commitment to continuous improvement is imperative if our school is going to enable students to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners.