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Monday Memo April 6, 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
6 Students return to school and PreK Field Trip
8 Discover DeSoto Day (for prospective teachers) and Booster Club Meeting at 3:00 pm
10 Kindergarten Musical (details below) and Booster Club Concessions
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 and Kindergarten Cap and Gown Pictures
May
1 Field Day and Streetcar Snoballs
4-8 Teacher Appreciation Week
14 Awards Day
22 Last day of School
31 Last day to register for PK
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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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Pre-K Round Up is Here!!!
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DeSoto Ready Start is having Early Childhood Roundup (PreK Registration) in person on April 23, 2026 at 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. at the DeSoto Administration Building (399 Jenkins St., Mansfield).
All registration can be completed online beginning February 23. Click the link DeSoto Ready Start Registration.
Deadline for registration is May 31, 2026.
Students must be 4 years old by September 30, 2026 to register for PreK-4 Classes at NDLE.
You will need the following documents to upload when you register:
- Child's birth certificate, social security card, and immunization record
- Parent/Guardian's current drivers license, electric bill, 2nd household bill, and last 2 check stubs for all adults in the household (if no Medicaid/SNAP)
For more information, check your child's folder for a flyer from the district office or call Tina Anderson at (318) 270-6416.
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You're invited to our Kindergarten Musical!
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Dear Kindergarten Families,
Dust off your boots and get ready for a morning of music and smiles! Our talented Kindergarten students have been working hard to prepare a wonderful series of country and folk-themed songs to perform just for you. We can’t wait to see our little stars shine on stage!
When: Friday, April 10, 2026
To ensure everyone has a great view, we have two performance times:
9:00 am Performance: Featuring the classes of Miss Beasley, Mrs. Hardaway, Mrs. Holsomback, Miss Moore, and Mrs. Turner.
10:00 am Performance: Featuring the classes of Miss Freeman, Mrs. Meserole, Mrs. Simmons, Mrs. Webb, and Miss Young.
What to Wear: In keeping with our country/folk theme, students are encouraged to wear their favorite western or cowboy-style outfits! "Sunday best" is also a great choice. We kindly ask that students do not wear hats during the performance so that every family member has a clear view of all the performers.
We look forward to celebrating our students' hard work and creativity with you!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Brawley and the Kindergarten Team
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The next Booster Club Meeting will be Wednesday, April 8 at 3:00 pm. Booster club will sell concessions on Friday April 10. |
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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 |
This student was nominated by their teacher or other staff member for exhibiting Leader In Me Habits. They received a Leadership Coin that was used to get a book from our book machine. Thank you for being valuable members of your classrooms and great examples for your classmates! |
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April Leadership Spotlight: Habit 7 Sharpen the Saw |
At NDLE, we’ve been learning that being a leader isn't just about working hard; it’s also about taking care of the "tool" that makes everything possible—YOU!
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw is all about balance. Just like a saw needs to be sharpened to cut wood effectively, our students need to take time to renew their bodies, brains, hearts, and souls so they can be ready to learn and lead.
What does "Sharpening the Saw" look like for a Little Griffin?
It means taking care of ourselves in four special ways:
Body (Physical): Eating healthy foods, getting plenty of sleep, and playing outside.
Brain (Mental): Reading for fun, solving puzzles, or learning a new hobby.
Heart (Social/Emotional): Spending time with family and friends or doing something kind for others.
Soul (Spiritual): Taking quiet time to pray, draw, listen to music, or simply sit in nature.
Try it at Home! 🏠
When we "Sharpen the Saw," we feel happier and have more energy to tackle our goals. This week, ask your child: "How are you going to sharpen your saw today?" Maybe it’s a family bike ride, a kitchen dance party, or an extra bedtime story. Whatever it is, remember: Balance is Best!
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Tuesday April 7: sausage biscuit, chilled mixed fruit, juice or milk
Wednesday April 8: waffles, applesauce, juice or milk
Thursday April 9: pancake on a stick, chilled mixed fruit, juice or milk
Friday April 10:cereal bar, cheese square, chilled pears, juice or milk
Monday April 13: cereal, yogurt cup, pineapple cup, juice or milk
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Tuesday April 7: nachos, Spanish rice, pinto beans, okra, peaches, milk
Wednesday April 8: pasta and meatsauce, buttered broccoli, California veggies, garlic toast, apple slices, milk
Thursday April 9: deli sandwich, baked chips, baked beans, baby carrots, sandwich salad cup, mandarin oranges, milk
Friday April 10: pizza, tater tots, buttered corn, chilled mixed fruit, milk
Monday April 13: chicken sandwich, tater tots, pinto beans, chilled peaches, 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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