North DeSoto Middle School

Middle Griffins Monday Memo, 10/4/2024 - Fall Break Edition

Barry Carter, Principal Cora Saverino, Assistant Principal Kevin Cornet, Administrative Assistant North DeSoto Middle School serves to educate the hearts and minds of young people for a life time of learning, leadership, and service.

Chats with Mr. Carter...

WOOOOO HOOOOO!!!!! BREAK TIME! Parents, I hope you enjoy your kiddos this next week as we are entering our Fall Break. They have truly earned it. It's been a great 1st 9 weeks and now, let's rest and reset! Have a great week off!

NDMS Griffins' athletics

10/15 - Griffins vs Mustangs @ HOME

10/22 - Griffins vs Cougars @ AHS

10/29 - Griffins vs Tigers @ HOME

Save the Date:

  • FALL BREAK, October 7-11

  • 4-H meeting, Tuesday, October 15

  • Homecoming week, October 21-25

  • Homecoming parade, October 25

  • Red Ribbon Week, Monday, October 28-Friday, November 1

  • NO SCHOOL, Tuesday, November 5, Election Day

  • Fall yearbook portraits, Wednesday, November 6

If you have not previously, please RSVP by November 1st using this linked Google form. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS204oxll-oU72YjRQMkgy_z2Ho7tu4RWG8NNPNUFs0gZiAg/viewform

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6th grade High Flyers

A High Flyer is a stellar NDMS student who demonstrates hard work and follows school rules. This student makes good decisions, manages priorities, is kind to others, and exemplifies what it means to be a true Griffin.
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7th grade High Flyers

September's qualification is DETERMINATION. Students chosen as September's High Flyers are able to continue trying to do something, although it can be or is very difficult.
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8th grade High Flyers

Congratulations to September 23rd's HIGH FLYERS!!
6th grade High Flyers are Cody and Aubrey
7th grade High Flyers are Caleb and Anna
8th grade High Flyers are Kennedy and Lawson
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NDMS National Junior Honor Society student, George, assisted Little Griffins with AR today.

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NDMS National Junior Honor Society student, Landry, assisted with AR today at NDLE.

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NDMS National Junior Honor Society student, Kaitlyn, read to Little Griffins today at NDLE.

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In honor of October being National Principals' Month, we are happy to recognize and celebrate Barry Carter. He leads by example and serves his students, faculty, and staff willingly when opportunities arise. He is #TheDeSotoDifference! #EvenMrCarterServes #AllGriffinsServe

NDMS will participate in homecoming festivities beginning Monday, October 21. Class colors are 6th grade - white, 7th grade - red, and 8th grade - blue. Parish and school dress code applies each day.

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Monday, October 28th:

“My Future is Too Bright for Drugs and Bullying!”

Wear neon colors to show you shine bright by making good decisions.

Tuesday, October 29th:

“Because I Am the Director of My Life, I am drug free.”

Wear your favorite hat to show that you are in charge of your own life and are directing it with healthy, drug free choices.

Wednesday, October 30th:

Be Bold, Be Brave, Be YOU!!

Go all out in RED

Thursday, October 31st:

“Fight the War Against Drugs and Bullying”

Wear Camouflage

Friday, November 1st:

“Committed to Choosing Education!”

Wear your favorite College t-shirt