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North DeSoto Lower Elementary |
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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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May
4-8 Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
7 Community Prayer Night 6:00 pm at NDMS
8 Teacher Tattoo orders due
11 End of school countdown begins
12 Second Grade Orientation at NDUE gym
13 Field Day and Streetcar Snowballs
14 Awards Day
22 Last day of School
31 Last day to register for PK
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Can you see the finish line?
There are just 3 weeks left of the 2025-26 school year!
When students show up they are able to strengthen friendships, stay on track with school work, build strong habits, and find a passion for learning.
#EveryDayCounts so every Griffin, Tiger, Wolverine, and Panther can keep that energy going and #FinishStrong
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The North DeSoto Fields of Faith is hosting a Community Night of Prayer at North DeSoto Middle School on May 7th at 6:00 pm. All members of our ND community are welcome to attend. |
First Grade parents and students are invited to the NDUE Gym on May 12th at 6:00 pm for a Second Grade Orientation.
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The end of year countdown for all grade levels will begin Monday May 11 and end the last day of school, May 22. |
Monday, May 11 : Bubbles Day
Tuesday, May 12: Chalk Day
Wednesday, May 13: Field day (students wear athletic clothes).
Thursday, May 14: Awards Day (students wear "Sunday Best").
Friday, May 15: Glow Day (students wear neon colors)
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Monday, May 18: Fun Day (Check ROOMS and folders for instructions from teachers)
Tuesday, May 19: Outside Day
Wednesday, May 20: Beach Day (dress for sun, school appropriate, no swimsuits)
Thursday, May 21: PJs and Movie day (students may wear pajamas to school this day).
Friday, May 22: Students' last day (bring a stuffie and blanket)
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Awards day at NDLE is on May 14 in the gym. Remember that our parking is limited due to construction. Allow yourself time to find a spot and walk to the gym entrance. Assemblies will be held with little time in between so we will need guests to move in and out of the gym quickly. 8:00 is Edwards, Burris, Fogleman, Enders, and Burford's First grade classes. 8:40 is Boyce, Register, Wheeler, Woods, and Chambers First Grade Classes. 9:20 is Holsomback, Moore, Beasley, Turner and Hardaway's Kindergarten Classes. 10:00 is Young, Freeman, Meserole, Simmons, and Webb's Kindergarten Classes. 10:40 is Juneau, Hubbard, Junkin, West, Morgan, and Foster's PreK classes. Mrs. Carpenter and Mrs. Sharrow will host their parents in their classrooms at 8:40. ECSE parents and only ECSE parents will sign in with the office.
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Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2026 |
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 13 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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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 |
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May: Review of the 7 Habits of Happy Kids |
This year, we introduced the Leader In Me framework to our students which highlights the 7 Habits of Happy Kids. This includes lessons and language that teaches our students how to take charge of their well being. Here is a review of the habits we have covered so far. Next week we will introduce the newest habit.
1. Be Proactive (You’re in Charge)
I am a responsible person. I take initiative and choose my actions, moods, and assembly. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.
2. Begin with the End in Mind (Have a Plan)
I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission to "serve, care, and educate."
3. Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)
I spend my time on the things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.
4. Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)
I want everyone to be successful. I don’t sacrifice others' needs for my own. When conflicts arise, I look for third alternatives that make us both happy.
5. Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)
I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas, but I wait my turn.
6. Synergize (Together is Better)
I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. I work well in groups and seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems because I know that by working together, we can create better solutions than any one of us could alone.
7. Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)
As highlighted in your April Leadership Spotlight, this is about taking care of your body by eating right, exercising, and getting sleep (Body); learning in lots of ways and places, not just at school (Brain); spending time with family and friends (Heart); and taking time to find meaningful ways to help others (Soul).
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Tuesday May 5: waffles, mixed fruit, juice or milk
Wednesday May 6: pancake on a stick, fruit cup, juice or milk
Thursday May 7: sausage biscuit, pears, juice or milk
Friday May 8: cereal bar, string cheese, mandarin oranges, juice or milk
Monday May 11: cereal, cheese square, pineapple cup, juice or milk
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Tuesday May 5: chicken sandwich, pinto beans, mac and cheese, carrot sticks, tropical fruit cup, milk
Wednesday May 6: chicken alfredo, green beans, garlic toast, apple slices, milk
Thursday May 7: nachos, Spanish rice, cheese sauce, pinto beans, breaded okra, peaches, milk
Friday May 8: pepperoni pizza, buttered corn, carrot sticks, pears, milk
Monday May 11: chicken and waffles, potato chunks, carrot sticks, apple slices, milk
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NDLE's Hometown Spirit Shop |
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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