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💙🎉 October is National Principals Month! 🎉💙
This month, we're proud to recognize the outstanding principals who lead our schools with vision, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to student success. Every day, these leaders inspire excellence, support our teachers and staff, build strong school communities, and help create opportunities for every student to thrive. Their leadership makes a lasting impact far beyond the classroom. Please join us in thanking our incredible principals for all they do for our students, staff, and families!

⭐ Dr. Boland – DeSoto Middle School
⭐ Ms. Jones – DeSoto Secondary School
⭐ Dr. White – DeSoto County High School
⭐ Ms. Black – West Elementary School
⭐ Mrs. Tackett – Nocatee Elementary School
⭐ Mrs. Irby – Memorial Elementary School

Thank you for your leadership, your passion, and your commitment to making a difference every day. Happy National Principals Month!

#OneDeSoto #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #AllForKids #BulldogStrong
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
18 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
National Principals Month with photo of 6 principals (male and female)
🎓 The 2027–2028 FAFSA is NOW OPEN! 🎉
Planning to attend college, career school, or graduate school? Now is the time to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) and take the first step toward funding your future.

✅ Apply as early as possible to maximize your financial aid opportunities.
✅ Have your FSA ID and 2025 tax information ready before you begin.
✅ Visit StudentAid.gov or scan the QR code to get started today.

Need assistance? Connect with your school counselor or learn more through Elevate DeSoto, our Local College Access Network, at https://unitedwaysuncoast.org/what-we-do/lcan/.

🎓 Your Future. Your Goals. Our Support.

#OneDeSoto #ElevateDeSoto #FAFSA #CollegeReady #FutureStartsHere #ClassOf2027 #HigherEducation
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
21 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "FAFSA Now Open! 27-28"
🏟️🐾 This Week in Bulldog Sports! 🐾🏟️
It's another exciting week for our Bulldogs! Come out and support our student-athletes as they compete on the court, the field, the golf course, and the cross-country course. Every game, every match, every meet our Bulldogs appreciate your support. Let's fill the stands, cheer loud, and show what #OneDeSoto is all about! Check out this week's schedule below and come cheer on our Bulldogs!

📅 This Week in Bulldog Sports

09/28/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. IMG (Home) @ 6pm | 7pm

09/29/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. Charlotte (Home) @ 6pm | 7pm
⛳DHS Boys Golf vs. Lake Placid @ 4:00 pm
🏈DMS Football vs. Sebring (Away) @ 6pm
🥎DMS Softball vs Hardee (Away) @ 6pm

10/01/26
⛳DHS Boys Golf vs. Lake Placid (Away) @ 4:00pm
⛳DHS Girls Golf vs. Hardee (Home) @ 4:00pm
🥎DMS Softball vs. Avon Park (Away) @ 6pm

10/02/26
🏈DHS Football vs. Lake Placid (Away) @ 7:30pm
👟DHS Boys & Girls XC (FL Runners-Away) @ 5:50pm
👟DMS Boys & Girls XC (Holloway Park-Away) @ 5pm & 5:30pm

#OneDeSoto #BulldogStrong #GoDogs 💙🐾⭐
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
21 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "This Week in Bulldog Sports"

🎃🌈 Get ready for a colorful fall adventure! 🌈🎃
Join the DCHS Class of 2027 at Padgett Ranch Family Fest for a fun-filled day featuring a 1-Mile & 5K Color Run, an obstacle course, a costume contest, trick-or-treating, games, music, food, candy, and more! Support our SENIORS and the DCHS 911 Operator Training Program while making unforgettable memories. We can't wait to see you there!

📝 Register today: https://forms.gle/epSU11QuftjranG88

#ColorRun #OneDeSoto #DCHSClassOf2027 #911OperatorProgram
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.

24 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "DCHS Class of 2027 Color Run"
🍎💙 Happy National Teacher's Assistant Day! 💙🍎
Today, we celebrate the incredible teacher's assistants who make a difference in our classrooms every single day. Your patience, kindness, and dedication help our students learn, grow, and succeed. Thank you for all you do to support our teachers, encourage our students, and strengthen our #OneDeSoto family. We appreciate you today and every day!

#NationalTeachersAssistantDay #OneDeSoto #AllForKids
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
24 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "National Teacher's Assistant Day"
💙💚 What's Your Volunteer Style? 💚💙
No matter your interests, talents, or schedule, there's a place for you in #OneDeSoto! Whether you love reading with students, mentoring, helping in the classroom, cheering at school events, sharing your career expertise, or simply encouraging a child, your time can make a lasting impact.

📚 The Reader – Reading Buddy
➗ The Mentor – Math Mentor
🛠️ The Helper – Classroom & Event Support
🎉 The Cheerleader – Athletics & Special Events
🎓 The Expert – Career/CTE Enrichment
❤️ The Encourager – Student Mentor

Every volunteer brings something unique, and every act of service helps create brighter futures for our students.
Make a difference right here at home. There's a role for you in #OneDeSoto.

🔗 Apply Today: https://shorturl.at/QChzR
#OneDeSoto #VolunteerWithOneDeSoto #AllForKids #CommunityStrong #BeTheDifference

We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
25 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "What's your Volunteer style?"
📚💙 Attendance Matters! 💙📚
Every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed! When students are in class, they build important skills, strengthen friendships, and create a foundation for a brighter future. We're proud of our dedicated teachers and staff who make every day meaningful for our Bulldogs. Together, we can help every student thrive by making attendance a priority.

🐾 Be Here. Be Ready. Be Successful.
Because every day counts, and every student matters!

#AttendanceMatters #OneDeSoto #BulldogStrong #EveryDayCounts #AllForKids
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
25 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "Attendance Matters" with little kids and principal doing a group activity
🚔💙🎉 Join DCSO for National Night Out 2026! 🎉💙🚔
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 6, 2026 from 4:30–7:00 p.m. at the Turner Center for an evening of family fun, community connection, and public safety! This is a FREE event! Come out and enjoy food, face painting, outdoor games, public safety demonstrations, and community resources. Meet DeSoto County deputies, first responders, and local community organizations while learning more about the people and services that help keep our community safe.

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled evening celebrating community, partnerships, and public safety. We hope to see you there!

We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
27 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
DCSO National Night Out October 6, 2026 Flyer

🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight 🌟
Today, we recognize Manny Diaz, Jr., former Florida Commissioner of Education, 2022-2025.

As the first Hispanic Commissioner of Education in Florida history, Commissioner Diaz has dedicated his career to serving students and strengthening public education. His journey from classroom teacher and coach to principal, school board member, state senator, and Florida's top education leader reflects a lifelong commitment to student success. This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate leaders whose dedication and service continue to inspire the next generation.

#HispanicHeritageMonth #OneDeSoto #FloridaEducation #EducationalLeadership #CelebrateCulture
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.

27 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "Hispanic Heritage Month"
✨This Week in Bulldog Sports, September 21 - 27, 2026✨

Monday, September 21th
🥎 DMS Softball vs. Hardee (Home) – 6:00 PM

Tuesday, September 22nd
🏐 DHS Volleyball vs. Babcock (Away) – 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM
⛳ DHS Boys Golf vs. Avon Park (Away) – 4:00 PM
⛳ DHS Girls Golf vs. Charlotte (Away) – 3:30 PM
🏈 DMS Football vs. Babcock (Home) – 6:00 PM

Thursday, September 24th
⛳ DHS Boys Golf vs. NP Heron Creek (Away) – 3:30 PM
⛳ DHS Girls Golf vs. Port Charlotte (Away) – 3:30 PM
🥎 DMS Softball vs. Lake Placid (Home) – 6:00 PM

Friday, September 25th
🏈 DHS Football vs. Evangelical Christian (Home) – 7:30 PM

Saturday, September 26th
🏃 DHS DeSoto Invitational XC (Morgan Park) – 7:30 AM
🏃 DMS DeSoto Invitational XC (Morgan Park) – 7:10 AM

We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
28 days ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "This Week in Bulldog Sports"
🌎🎉 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉🌎
From September 15 through October 15, we proudly celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that help strengthen our schools and our nation. We recognize the achievements, stories, and lasting impact of Hispanic leaders, educators, students, and families who inspire us every day.

Together, let's celebrate the diversity that makes #OneDeSoto stronger.

We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids. 🐾

#HispanicHeritageMonth #OneDeSoto #CelebrateCulture #StrongerTogether #AllForKids
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "Hispanic Heritage Month"
🐾Attendance is a team effort! 🐾
It takes students, families, and staff working together to build a culture where every single day counts. When everyone shows up, our whole community succeeds.

Students: Your seat matters. Your voice matters. Your future matters.
Families: When your child is at school, they have more opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed.
Staff: Every greeting, every lesson, and every connection starts with students being present.

Let's make this school year count! Be Present. Be Prepared. Be Successful.

#OneDeSoto #DeSotoCounty #AttendanceMatters #OneDeSotoShowsUp #EducationMatters
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
Attendance is Team Effort graphic
📚🚌 Big Dog Tutoring & Bulldog Bookmobile is back! 🚌📚
Beginning September 22nd, join us for Big Dog Tutoring and the Bulldog Bookmobile at neighborhood locations throughout the week! Students can receive academic support, explore great books, and enjoy fun learning opportunities close to home. Check out the new Fall/Spring 2026–27 schedule and find a location and time that works for your family. We can't wait to see you there!

📍 Tuesdays
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM – West Elementary Track
304 W. Imogene Street

🕕 6:00–7:00 PM – SuperMatt Laundromat
607 E. Hickory Street

📍 Thursdays
🕔 5:00–6:00 PM – Casas San Juan Bosco Community
2274 SE Arnold Andrews Avenue

🕕 6:00–7:00 PM – SuperMatt Laundromat
607 E. Hickory Street

📍 Saturdays
🕘 9:00–10:30 AM – Boys & Girls Club
18 School Avenue

🕥 10:30 AM–12:00 PM – SuperMatt Laundromat
607 E. Hickory Street

Learning beyond the classroom. Building brighter futures.

#OneDeSoto #BigDogTutoring #BulldogBookmobile #LiteracyMatters #StudentSuccess
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "Big Dog Tutoring & Bulldog Bookmobile" flyer with dates and times
🎓 Class of 2005 Alumni, We Have a Special Keepsake for You! 💙🐾
The School District of DeSoto County has a limited number of DVDs from the Class of 2005 Graduation Ceremony available for alumni who would like a copy. If you are a member of the DHS Class of 2005, you may pick up your complimentary DVD at DeSoto County High School during regular school hours.

📅 Please claim your DVD by October 31st. Any unclaimed DVDs after that date may no longer be available.
Help us spread the word by tagging your classmates and sharing this post!

#OneDeSoto #DHSAlumni #ClassOf2009 #BulldogPride #GoDogs
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
graphic "Attention Class of 2005!" with bulldog
💚🤝 Make a difference right here at home! 🤝💚
What does ONE volunteer mean to our students? It means having someone who takes the time to:

🔹Listen to a child read.
🔹Help a student understand a difficult concept.
🔹Encourage a student who needs a confidence boost.
🔹Create a memorable school experience.
🔹Cheer students on.

Become someone a child remembers for a lifetime. Sometimes the smallest moments make the biggest difference. Be that person.

Volunteer. Support. Make an impact.

#OneDeSoto #DeSotoCounty #Volunteer #MakeADifference #CommunitySupport #EducationMatters
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
What does One Volunteer mean? graphic
🎓💲 Elevate DeSoto Pre-FAFSA Night 💲🎓
Planning for college, technical school, or career training after high school? Join Elevate DeSoto's Pre-FAFSA Night tomorrow, Wednesday, September 16, 2026 (6:30 pm – 8:00 pm), and learn how financial aid can help make your future goals more affordable! This FREE event will help families understand the FAFSA process. Whether you're planning to attend a technical or trade school, earn a certificate, or pursue a college or university degree, this event will help you prepare for the next step. Light snacks will be provided.

📍 Louis and Gloria Flanzer Club | 16 School Ave., Arcadia, FL 34266

We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
Elevate DeSoto LCAN Pre-FAFSA Parent Night Flyer in English
Elevate DeSoto LCAN Pre-FAFSA Parent Night Flyer in Spanish
📚 Every day of learning counts! 📚
Students who attend school regularly have more opportunities to learn, build relationships, and achieve success.

Here is why showing up matters:
🔸More Learning: Every day helps you grow your knowledge and skills.
🔸Stronger Connections: Be present to build friendships and positive relationships.
🔸Greater Opportunities: Good attendance today leads to more choices tomorrow.
🔸Achieve Success: Consistent attendance sets you up for a bright future.

LEARN. CONNECT. GROW. SUCCEED.

#DeSotoCounty #AttendanceMatters #BePresent #EducationMatters #OneDeSotoShowsUp
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids! 🐾
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
Every Day of Learning Counts graphic
📣🕐 REMINDER: Early Release for Students 🕐 📣
Don't forget! Wednesday, September 16 is an Early Release Day for all School District of DeSoto County students. Students will be dismissed early, so please plan accordingly for transportation and after-school arrangements.

Thank you for helping us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal for all students. 💙

#OneDeSoto #EarlyRelease #AllForKids
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
Reminder Early Release for Students September 16, 2026 with bulldog
🏐🏆 DeSoto JV Girls Volleyball Takes 1st Place! 🏆🏐
Congratulations, Lady Bulldogs, on an outstanding performance this weekend, capturing the tournament championship with a 4-0 record!

🔹Defeated Lemon Bay (25-14, 25-17)
🔹Defeated Braden River Freshman (25-15, 25-10)
🔹Defeated Braden River JV (25-16, 25-17)
🔹Defeated Charlotte in an exciting three-set championship match (22-25, 25-22, 15-8)

Congratulations, Lady Bulldogs! We're proud of you! 💙

#OneDeSoto #GoDogs #BulldogStrong
We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.

**Photo Credit: Darrell Nicklow Jr.**
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
photo of JV volleyball team with coaches
🐾 💙This Week in Bulldog Sports, September 14-18, 2026 💙🐾

9/15/26
DHS Volleyball vs. Pt. Charlotte (Away) @ 6pm | 7pm
DHS Girls Golf vs. Charlotte (Home) @ 4pm
DHS Boys Golf vs. Hardee (Home) @ 4pm
DMS Football vs. Hill-Gustat (Home) @ 6pm

9/17/26
DHS Girls Golf vs. Lake Placid (Away) @ 1:30pm
DHS Boys Golf vs. Port Charlotte @ 4pm

9/18/26
DHS Volleyball Tournament at Charlotte *Varsity Only*
DHS Football vs. Lemon Bay (Home) @ 7:30pm

9/19/26
DHS Volleyball Tournament at Charlotte *Varsity Only*
DHS Boys and Girls Cross Country at Lake Placid (8:15am)
DMS Boys & Girls Cross Country vs. Herron Creek Middle School (Away) @ 5pm & 5:25pm

We are #OneDeSoto, all for kids.
about 1 month ago, School District of DeSoto County
GRAPHIC WITH THIS WEEK IN BULLDOG SPORTS