North DeSoto Lower Elementary
NDLE was thrilled to recognize Memphis as our student representative who truly exemplifies being a Team Collaborator and the perfect Portrait of a Graduate. She is a natural leader, one who not only guides others but also listens. Her classmates look to her for direction because she can work with anyone, help anyone, and make everyone feel valued . Memphis lives out Leader in Me Habit 6: Synergize- "Together is Better!" We are so proud of you, Memphis! You continue to #DreamBelieveAchieve every day at NDLE!
NDLE's only drop off entrance is Entrance #1, North of North DeSoto Upper Elementary. Morning Carpool begins at 7:05 a.m. Please make sure your child is ready to get out when you pull all the way forward in the drop-off line. Carpool drop-off ends at 7:35 a.m. as teachers go inside to begin class.
For your child's safety, do not drop them off once duty teachers go inside. After that time, please park and walk your child in through the cafeteria to check them in. Students are considered tarty after 7:40 a.m. We want to be sure that every student is safe and supervised.
Thank you for helping us keep mornings safe and smooth.
Fall picture retakes/makeups are on Monday, November 3.
Girl Scout interest meeting at NDLE cafeteria on Monday October 27 at 5:00 pm
If students or staff donate a bag of candy or prizes for Monster Math Night, you will get a free dress pass to use when you want. Please drop off donations to the front office and Mrs. Miller or Mrs. Salter will give you your pass. Limited to ONE Free Dress Pass per student or staff member.
Come play some Math Games and have some Halloween fun with your school community at our annual Monster Math Night on Thursday, Oct. 30 from 5:00-7:00.
NDLE's annual Book Parade is on Friday October 31st at 9:00 am. Parents and family members are invited to come watch. Streetcar Snoballs will be at the school if parents want to purchase a snoball for their child after the parade. This is not part of the prepaid package. Halloween parties will be held at the beginning of the day before the parade. Teachers will let you know what kind of costume your child should wear. Please check ROOMs for that information.
Our next parent-teacher conferences for the 2nd 9 weeks is Monday November 10. This is a virtual (no school) day for students. Teachers will be at the school meeting with parents from 10 am-6 pm.
Mark your calendars for National Red Ribbon Week October 27-31.
MONDAY: Wear crazy socks and hat
TUESDAY: Wear workout clothes or sports gear
WEDNESDAY: Twin Day (match with a friend)
THURSDAY: Wear green or dinosaur t-shirt
FRIDAY: Book Parade (Dress as a book character from your class book.) *Teachers will let you know which book their class will dress like.
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.
Students have been learning about dinosaurs in Mrs. Odom's class. She also had two students find their dads in one of Coach Odom's Baseball pictures.
Zearn Math Space Race starts Monday (today)! As our students complete Zearn lessons, they’re traveling through space—one mission at a time! We’re celebrating Louisiana’s proud role as America’s Rocket Factory by launching an out-of-this-world challenge. Each completed Zearn lesson moves your class farther across the galaxy! The goal is to complete 12 Zearn lessons by November 21st, and the reward is Galaxy Slime! Get ready to blast off, explorers—the mission begins Monday!
Come join the NDLE Booster Club on Wednesday, November 5 at 3:00 pm in the Multi-purpose room. This is the best way to get involved with volunteering at our school.
The Booster club will sell concessions on Friday, November 7. Please send money in your child's folder in an envelope or ziplock bag that has their name and "concessions" written on it.
Booster Club Boo Gram orders are due Monday, October 27th. Check your child's folder for order forms and fill out the gift tags. Boo grams will be delivered on Thursday, October 30th.
Here is a link to pictures from Donuts with Dad. https://shootinonfaith.com/p364766741
If you would like to refer your student to meet with Mrs. Arinder for any reason, click this link. Counselor Referral
Students who were caught demonstrating Habit 2: Begin With The End In Mind were nominated by their teachers, recognized in class, and received a leadership token from Officer Randolph to use in the book machine.
🌟 Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind 🌟
(From The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey)
🌟 Family Habit Focus: Begin With the End in Mind 🌟
This month we’re learning how to “Begin With the End in Mind”—which means thinking about our goals before we start and making a plan to reach them! Families can help children use this habit by talking about what they want to accomplish and taking small steps together toward those goals.
🗣 Family Discussion Starters
Use these questions at dinner, in the car, or before bedtime:
What’s something you want to get better at this month?
What will it look like when you reach your goal?
What steps can we take as a family to get there?
How will we celebrate when we reach it?
🎯 Family Vision Board Activity
Make a Family Vision Board!
Grab a piece of paper or poster board.
Write or draw your family’s goals—big or small! (Examples: eat dinner together more often, read every night, or plan a fun family outing.)
Post it where everyone can see it.
Check in each week to see your progress.
This simple activity helps children visualize success and see how family teamwork can make goals happen.
✨ When families begin with the end in mind, everyone moves forward together—with purpose and joy! ✨
Here are this week's AR point earners. Keep up the great reading, Little Griffins! Way to go!
Kindergarten Families,
Please turn in your October reading logs by Friday, October 31st. If there is a class where EVERYONE turns in their completed October Reading Log, Mrs. Odom will buy the class donuts!
Link to Menus on DPSB website
Tuesday, Oct. 28: pancake on a stick, chilled pears, juice or milk
Wednesday, Oct. 29: breakfast pizza, chilled mixed fruit, juice or milk
Thursday, Oct. 30: sausage biscuit, fruit cup, juice or milk
Friday, Oct. 31: cereal, fruity yogurt, chilled peaches, juice or milk
Tuesday, Oct. 28: frito pie, spanish rice, pinto beans, corn on cob, tropical fruit cup, milk
Wednesday, Oct. 29: chicken sandwich, sweet potato tots, salad, chilled pears, milk
Thursday, Oct. 30: mini corn dogs, macaroni and cheese, buttered broccoli, carrot sticks, apple slices, milk
Friday, Oct. 31: pizza pocket, buttered corn, romaine snack pack, chilled peaches, milk
For more district-wide back-to-school information, including our student handbook and setting up your Student Progress Center account (for grades access), click here.
If you need help with ROOMS, click ROOMS.
You can download the JCAMPUS App to get easy access to your child's grades. Click here for instructions => JCAMPUS
Check out the DeSoto Parish Schools Parent Hub for information and resources about our school and the district.
North DeSoto Lower Elementary
2623 Hwy 171
Stonewall, Louisiana 71078
(318) 925-2383
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