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North DeSoto Lower Elementary |
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Monday Memo April 20, 2026
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NDLE's Mission Statement: The Little Griffin family serves, cares, and educates creating a love for learning leading to graduation. |
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April
23 In-Person PreK Registration 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the DeSoto Administration Building (399 Jenkins St., Mansfield).
24 Father/Daughter Princess Ball 6:00-8:00 pm
28 PreK Morning with Mom in the Gym 7:00-7:40 am
29 Kindergarten Morning with Mom in the Gym 7:00-7:40 am
30 First Grade Morning with Mom in the Gym 7:00-7:40 am
30 Pizza Day & Kindergarten Cap and Gown Pictures
May
1 Field Day and Streetcar Snoballs
4-8 Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
14 Awards Day
22 Last day of School
31 Last day to register for PK
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Register for cheerleading in grades PK-5th grade at www.NDYAsports.com. Cost is $100 which includes camp shirt, cheer bow, poms, camp fee, and NDYA fee. Additional uniform costs are not included. For questions, email delaneyburke1@yahoo.com. |
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Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2026
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Hi Parents! Our Teachers and Staff will be celebrated the week of May 4-8. Here are our favorite things to help you pick out a special gift for our wonderful teachers and staff members. Teacher and Staff Favorite Things
If you would like to donate or serve in any way, you can contact our office (318)925-2383 or email our office staff at tracy.miller@desotopsb.com or dena.salter@desotopsb.com.
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Field Day for NDLE will be on May 1 from 9-11 at NDHS Griffin Stadium. Parent will watch from the stands. Parents are not allowed on the field. Please remember to make sure all of our Little Griffins drink plenty of water the day before this event. Students should wear athletic shorts, their class field trip shirt for this year, and closed toe athletic shoes. |
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Streetcar snoballs will be at Field Day for parents and guardians to purchase. |
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The next Booster Club Meeting will be Wednesday, May 13 at 3:00 pm in the Multipurpose room. There will be no more concessions this year. |
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Join Us for the Father Daughter Princess Ball! |
Calling all Little Griffins and their fathers or father figures! Get ready for a magical evening of dancing and memories at our annual Father Daughter Princess Ball.
Where: NDLE Gym
Cost: $15 (Pay at the door) for father/daughter pair $5 each for additional daughters
Who: NDLE students and their father/father figures
We can’t wait to see all of our princesses and their guests for this special event!
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We invite all of our Little Griffin moms (or special mother figures) to join us for a sweet start to your day! This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy some quality time with your student before the school day begins.
When: Tuesday, April 28 for PreK
Wednesday, April 29 for Kindergarten
Thursday, April 30 for First Grade
Time: 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM
Where: North DeSoto Lower Elementary Gym
Details: Enjoy a donut with your Little Griffin!
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You can email our Counselor, Mrs. Arinder with any questions concerning your child or you can request her to meet with your child by clicking this link. Counselor Referral |
I was watching the cameras and Graham was at the bathroom with no one around. After washing his hands he picked up all the trash around the handwashing stations!!--Deputy Randolph
Thank you for showing leadership!
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April Leadership Spotlight: Habit 7 Sharpen the Saw |
Sharpening the saw isn't just about taking a break; it’s about making sure we are the best version of ourselves so we can lead others effectively!
Why "Sharpen the Saw"?
Imagine trying to cut down a tree with a dull axe. You’d work twice as hard and get half as much done! At North DeSoto Lower Elementary, we teach our students that they are the "instrument" of their own success. If they don't take time to "sharpen" themselves, they might feel tired, grumpy, or overwhelmed.
The "Little Griffin" Growth Mindset
This week, we are encouraging students to think of Habit 7 as Investment Time. When we Sharpen the Saw, we are investing in our future selves.
"Be a leader of yourself first, and the rest will follow."
Send pictures of our Little Griffins "sharpening the saw" at their homes! Email to tara.brawley@desotopsb.com
(Examples: Resting, doing something they enjoy, hobbies, exercising)
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Tuesday April 21: pancake on a stick, applesauce cup, juice or milk
Wednesday April 22: chicken biscuit, mixed fruit, juice or milk
Thursday April 23: breakfast pizza, chilled pears, juice or milk
Friday April 24: cereal, string cheese, mandarin oranges, juice or milk
Monday April 27: cereal bar, cheese square, pineapple cup, juice or milk
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Tuesday April 21: chicken and waffles, potato chunks, carrot sticks, mandarin oranges, milk
Wednesday April 22: chicken spaghetti, green beans, carrot sticks, roll, peaches, milk
Thursday April 23: burger, sweet potato tots, baked beans, salad cup, mixed fruit, milk
Friday April 24: Bosco breadsticks, buttered corn, garden salad, mixed fruit, milk
Monday April 27: chicken sandwich, sweet potato tots, cheesy broccoli, chilled pears, milk
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NDLE's Hometown Spirit Shop
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Are you looking for a spirit shirt to wear with uniform bottoms on Fridays? Buy your spirit shirt here and also support our school! Click the link below.
NDLE Hometown Spirit Shop
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All parents and guardians need to download the JCampus Student app. You can download the JCAMPUS App to get easy access to your child's grades, transcripts, and attendance. For the 2026-2027 school year, this will also be used as our main source of communication between teachers and parents instead of ROOMS. Please download the app today. You can use your current Student Progress Center Log in information to log in to the app. Click here for instructions => JCAMPUS
Check out the DeSoto Parish Schools Parent Hub for information and resources about our school and the district.
Here is a link to a YouTube tutorial for the JCampus App. JCAMPUS APP TUTORIAL
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