North DeSoto Middle School

Middle Griffins Monday Memo, 8/4/2025

Lyndsey Rhoads, 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.

Real Talk with Rhoads..

Welcome Back Griffins!


We hope you had an exciting summer filled with lots of memory-making and fun. We know you are ready to start strong this year at NDMS. At North DeSoto Middle School, our mission is to provide every student with a safe, supportive learning environment where they can become the best version of themselves. Our goal is to prepare you not just for academic success, but for a life of leadership and service.

One thing is certain: NDMS is a school of excellence. For over ten years, we have been at the top of state rankings for traditional middle schools. This happens because of the intentional work our staff and students put in each day, with the support of strong families and a strong community. This is just one thing that makes NDMS such a special place.

As we start this year, we will remain focused on three powerful words: Learn. Lead. Serve. Every day, you will have opportunities to learn new things, lead yourself and others, and serve your school, classmates, and community.

The teachers and staff have been preparing for your return and look forward to meeting and greeting you this week. Just a reminder: you can pick up your schedules at Open House on Monday, August 4, from 4:00–6:00 PM.

Let’s commit to giving our best, supporting one another, and making this year one to remember.


Geaux Griffins!
Mrs. Rhoads

NDMS Griffins' athletics

Griffins FOOTBALL

8/26 - Many Jamboree, @ Many

9/4 - Griffins vs Stallions, 5:30 @ ND

9/9 - Griffins vs Tigers, 5:30 @ ND

NDMS LADY GRIFFINS' athletics

Save the Date:

  • NDMS Open House, Monday, August 4, 2025, 4-6 PM

  • Middle Griffins' first day of school, Thursday, August 7, 2025

  • NDMS volleyball tryouts, Friday, August 8, 2025, 4-7 PM

  • Meet the Griffins, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7 PM

  • Labor Day holiday, No School, Monday, September 1, 2025

  • S*P*T conferences, Monday, September 8, 10 AM-6 PM

  • Virtual learning day, Monday, September 8

Thrillshare Rooms platform has new updates for our 2025-2026 school year to help improve user's experiences. To learn more... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=umwznOJBFHQ

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NDMS uses Rooms for strengthening the connection and collaboration between the classroom and home. To help navigate Rooms, use this website... https://www.desotopsb.com/page/rooms-support

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Be sure to download the Jcampus Student Mobile App to keep updated on your Middle Griffin's progress while on the go. The DPSB app may be downloaded in the Apple App or Google Play stores.

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To stay up to date for all things Back-to-School and for access to the DPSB district calendar, https://www.desotopsb.com/page/back-to-school?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwL7WOhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHsxrkanDO5l-XYsOmO6_W1rBqgvLUK7zPrhPjS80gXZX54HlnfBi5vkf7yJu_aem_ANXIDUKU8mgcFxGzUdf_IA

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NDMS new teachers were celebrated at the GEAUX DeSoto Teacher Luncheon Thursday. We are excited to welcome them and ask that you help wish them an amazing 2025-2026 school year.

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Shout out to our NDMS cheerleaders earning two superior ribbons for their UCA camp evaluations on cheer, chant, and dance they attended this summer. Way to go, Lady Griffins!

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Several NDMS staff members participated in the 2025 ND Campus Follies Thursday afternoon. They didn't walk away with the win, but had a great time celebrating the beginning of our 25-26 school year with our sister schools.

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