North DeSoto Upper Elementary

NDUE Monday MEMO: 10/13/25

Address: 2535 Hwy 171 Stonewall, LA 71078 Telephone: 318-925-1610 Fax: 318-925-2970 Principal: Casey Hamon (casey.hamon@desotopsb.com) Assistant Principal: Leah Darden (leah.darden@desotopsb.com Assistant Principal: Stacie Theodos (stacie.theodos@desotopsb.com)
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VISION STATEMENT

The vision of North DeSoto Upper Elementary is to: “Provide opportunities for students to achieve their personal best, become responsible and productive members of society, and embrace lifelong learning in a positive environment”.

MISSION STATEMENT

 LOVE LEARNING, EXCEL IN ALL WE DO, ACHIEVE GOALS TOGETHER, DO WHAT IS RIGHT

Weekly Principal's Message

Dear NDUE Families,

We are so proud of the work your student and their teachers have put into this quarter. I am excited to see how your child grows throughout the school year. Please take time this week to celebrate your child's progress and remember personal goal attainment is MORE IMPORTANT than Letter Grades! Growth is greater than perfection.

Geaux Griffins

Casey Hamon

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Please never hesitate to reach out with feedback or concerns. I will be happy to assist you in ensuring your family's needs are met. casey.hamon@desotopsb.com

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

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Fall Fundraiser

We appreciate everyone who participated in the Fall Fundraiser. Thank you for your hard work and support of our school. We couldn't do it without you!

Cookie Dough will be delivered to NDUE on Oct. 21st. Please plan to come by to pick up your orders—more details to come.

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We had a great 1st 9 weeks. Please celebrate your child's progress.

Paper Copies of your Student's Report Card went home today 10/13/25. You can also find an electronic copy in the Student Progress Center.

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Every MINUTE Matters!

Strong Student Attendance is vital to your child's academic success.

If your student is healthy, we want them here at school with us! Every minute matters, so do your best to prevent days absent, check-outs, and tardies.

We know sometimes absences are unavoidable, so don't forget to submit your doctor's excuses and parent notes. All excuses should be submitted within 3 days of an absence to be counted.

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Every day is a great day to learn something NEW!

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PTO Notes & Announcements...

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No Concessions this week.

Students who earned a Free Snow Cone for the Summer Reading Challenge will be able to cash in on this prize on Friday.

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Students can purchase Boo Bags from the concession stand each morning before school Oct. 27-30. They will be delivered on Oct. 31st.

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Students who purchase these shirts can wear them on the following days:

  • Fall Shirts: Mondays in Nov & the whole week before Thanksgiving Break

  • Christmas Shirts: All of December

  • Valentines Day Shirts: Mondays in February and all week before Winter Break.

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Counselor's Corner: Dawn Asbell

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How do you cope with going back to school after a break?

  • Re-establish your routine early.

  • Practice self-care

  • Visit with friends about what activities you did during break.

  • Organize and prioritize

  • Learn what triggers your anxiety

  • Visit with your school counselor

  • Build a positive perspective

Coming Up Next... Red Ribbon Week

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ND Community News...

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NDUE STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS

Please share with us your children's accomplishments outside of school, so that we can share them with the community! We are proud of our Griffins. We are specifically looking for Team Championships (please include ALL NDUE students on the team's names) and Individual Awards. Attach any pictures and a list of the awards along with the name of the competition by going to the link below. Thank you! 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe12Z6hZUm5NfjzMpMvt-vdU2aIjUdWnfgFPwL_v0T8X-Uupg/viewform?usp=sharing

DPSB Elementary Breakfast Menu

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DPSB Elementary Lunch Menu

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Website: https://www.desotopsb.com/o/north-desoto-ue

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