NDMS Families,

As we wrap up the 3rd nine weeks, it’s a great time for our students to refocus and finish strong. Our Griffins on a Mission goals remind students each day to do their best with attendance, behavior, and academics, and these last few days of the grading period really make a difference.

We encourage parents to take a few minutes this week to check in with your student about how things are going at school. Ask them about their classes, if they have any missing work, and what they need to do to end the nine weeks on a strong note. Sometimes a quick conversation and a little encouragement from home can go a long way in helping students stay motivated.

We are proud of the hard work our Griffins have been putting in, and we’re excited to see them finish this nine weeks strong by showing up, making good choices, and giving their best effort in the classroom.

As always, thank you for your support and for partnering with us to help our students succeed.

We are always better together! 

~Mrs. Rhoads

NDMS Griffins' athletics

 Griffins' SOCCER

 3/12 NDMS vs CBA @ HOME, 6:30 PM

NDMS LADY GRIFFINS' athletics

Lady Griffins' SOFTBALL

3/9 NDMS vs NSU Middle Lab @ AWAY, 5:30

Lady Griffins' SOCCER

 3/12 NDMS vs CBA @ HOME, 5:00 PM

NDMS Golf

3/18 9 Hole Tournament @ Huntington Park 3:00 PM

3/24 9 Hole Tournament @ Northwood Hills 3:00 PM

NDMS Wrestling

3/14 Ark-La-Tex Classic, HOME, 9:00 AM

3/28 LA USA State Championships, Baton Rouge, 8:00 AM

Save the Date: 

*March 3-10: Proficiency Testing

*March 13: End of the 3rd 9 weeks

*VIRTUAL INSTRUCTIONAL DAY: Monday, March 30

*SPRING BREAK: Tuesday, March 31 - Friday, April 3

*All students/staff return Face-To-Face Monday, April 6

NDMS NEWS:

 Parents, stay connected with your child’s success—anytime, anywhere!

DeSoto Parish Schools encourages all families to download the free JCampus Student app for quick, easy access to important student information .

Simply scan the QR code or visit www.edgear.com/app to get started

Staying informed has never been easier—download today and stay connected all year long!

The app is available for download in the App Store and Google Play Store.

Our NDMS 2025-2026 yearbooks are available to preorder. Use the QR code along with the school ID code to order yours today. #yearbookmemorieslastforever #GriffinPride #GriffinStrong #GriffinFamily #NDMSGriffinsAreBest

Shout out to February's NDMS Students of the Month! These students demonstrate hard work and follow school rules. They make good decisions, manage priorities, are kind to others, and exemplify what it means to be a true Griffin! Way to go, Griffins! February's Griffins have the quality of being innovative;  they are great at introducing new ideas, are original and creative with their thinking. They also use new ideas, methods, products, or solutions that create value, improve existing things, or solve problems in original ways, moving beyond creativity to practical implementation that brings about positive change or advancement. This involves thinking differently, experimenting, taking action to bring something new into being, whether it's a completely new invention or a fresh new take on an old process. Representing 6th grade is Izabella. 7th grade representative is Lily while 8th grade is being represented by Alan. Congratulations to each of you! You are proof we are #winningtogether!

Shout out to February 23rd's NDMS High Flyers! These students demonstrate hard work and follow school rules. They make good decisions, manage priorities, are kind to others, and exemplify what it means to be a true Griffin! Way to go, Griffins! February's Griffins have the quality of being innovative;  they are great at introducing new ideas, are original and creative with their thinking. They also use new ideas, methods, products, or solutions that create value, improve existing things, or solve problems in original ways, moving beyond creativity to practical implementation that brings about positive change or advancement. This involves thinking differently, experimenting, taking action to bring something new into being, whether it's a completely new invention or a fresh new take on an old process. Representing 6th grade are Ava and Graham. 7th grade representatives are Lawrence and Carolyne while 8th grade is being represented by Violet and Logan. Congratulations to each of you! You are proof we are #winningtogether!

#EveryDayCounts #AttendanceMatters