🏀 CHAMPIONSHIP GAME TONIGHT! 🏀
The DeSoto Rangers have fought hard to get here, and now it’s time for the big one! We need the whole community behind us as we take on Giant City for the Regional Championship.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and show everyone what Ranger Pride is all about! 📣🔥
Who: DeSoto Rangers vs. Giant City
What: Regional Championship Game
When: Tonight at 6:00 PM
Where: DeSoto Grade School Gym
Spread the word, wear your school colors, and come loud! See you there! 🏆🏀
The DeSoto Rangers have fought hard to get here, and now it’s time for the big one! We need the whole community behind us as we take on Giant City for the Regional Championship.
Let’s pack the stands, bring the energy, and show everyone what Ranger Pride is all about! 📣🔥
Who: DeSoto Rangers vs. Giant City
What: Regional Championship Game
When: Tonight at 6:00 PM
Where: DeSoto Grade School Gym
Spread the word, wear your school colors, and come loud! See you there! 🏆🏀

🐾 SPOT-ON CELEBRATIONS! 🐾
Our First Grade crew had a "paws-itively" amazing time celebrating the 101st Day of School! 🦴
Our First Grade crew had a "paws-itively" amazing time celebrating the 101st Day of School! 🦴







Yesterday morning, we were able to honor our boys basketball team during the morning announcements.
🏆 1,000 CAREER POINTS: A huge congratulations to Sharvez for joining the elite 1,000-point club!
🥇 CONFERENCE CHAMPS: We also honored our Boys Varsity Team for clinching the Conference Title! This group has shown incredible heart and teamwork all season long.
The journey doesn’t stop here. We need that same energy in the stands TONIGHT as the boys take the court for the Semi-Final round of the Regional Tournament!
Let’s pack the gym and keep this momentum rolling!
🏆 1,000 CAREER POINTS: A huge congratulations to Sharvez for joining the elite 1,000-point club!
🥇 CONFERENCE CHAMPS: We also honored our Boys Varsity Team for clinching the Conference Title! This group has shown incredible heart and teamwork all season long.
The journey doesn’t stop here. We need that same energy in the stands TONIGHT as the boys take the court for the Semi-Final round of the Regional Tournament!
Let’s pack the gym and keep this momentum rolling!


We don't want anyone trying to walk to school. If needed, call the school at 8 and Mr. Corzine and Ms. Taylor will come pick you up!
DeSoto CCSD#86 will be in session tomorrow morning. Please be patient with the bus as it might be slightly behind schedule.
DeSoto CCSD #86 will not be in session Wednesday, January 28th. Parking lots and entrances are being cleared today and tomorrow.
DeSoto CCSD #86 will not be in session tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27th. Stay safe and warm!
DeSoto CCSD #86 will not be in session Monday, January 26. Enjoy the snow, but stay safe!
See below for information regarding Carbondale Jr. Sports.
Due to a water main break in the village of DeSoto, causing the school to have no water, and the severity of the damage leaving no known timeline of completion... DeSoto CCSD#86 will not be in session today, Friday January 23rd.
🐝 Buzzing with Excitement! 🐝
We are thrilled to announce that our school will be participating in the ROE 30 Regional Spelling Bee this year!
To kick things off, we will be hosting our Local Spelling Bee for students in grades 4–8 on Wednesday, January 29. It’s time to start practicing those tricky words!
📄 Note: Keep an eye on your student's backpack—more detailed information and study materials will be sent home next week.
We are thrilled to announce that our school will be participating in the ROE 30 Regional Spelling Bee this year!
To kick things off, we will be hosting our Local Spelling Bee for students in grades 4–8 on Wednesday, January 29. It’s time to start practicing those tricky words!
📄 Note: Keep an eye on your student's backpack—more detailed information and study materials will be sent home next week.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us at DeSoto Grade School.

Have a wonderful Christmas Break!

Our 4th graders celebrated Red & Green Day with a festive gingerbread house competition! Great job, 4th grade—we loved seeing all the festive fun!






Just a reminder that our Holiday Spirit Week starts tomorrow!

🏀 Get Ready for the First Annual Christmas Clash! 🎄
Mark your calendars! This Friday is the date for our exciting inaugural Christmas Clash basketball game!
Join us as our Lady Rangers take on the Giant City Giants at CCHS!
When: This Friday at 12:00 PM (Noon)
Where: CCHS Gym
All students will be attending this special game to cheer on our team!
Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors at First Southern Bank for providing custom t-shirts for all students and staff! T-shirts will be distributed to students before the game on Friday.
This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, so please come out and join us for a fun-filled afternoon of festive school spirit and great basketball! Go Lady Rangers! 📣
Mark your calendars! This Friday is the date for our exciting inaugural Christmas Clash basketball game!
Join us as our Lady Rangers take on the Giant City Giants at CCHS!
When: This Friday at 12:00 PM (Noon)
Where: CCHS Gym
All students will be attending this special game to cheer on our team!
Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors at First Southern Bank for providing custom t-shirts for all students and staff! T-shirts will be distributed to students before the game on Friday.
This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, so please come out and join us for a fun-filled afternoon of festive school spirit and great basketball! Go Lady Rangers! 📣

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break!

🎉 Big News! 🎉 Something delicious is cooking for our students in Grades 3-8! Get ready for an exciting new menu item coming to the cafeteria soon. We can't wait for you to try it!

🏀🎄 Get Ready for the Christmas Clash! 🎄🏀
It's time for our first annual Christmas Clash basketball game! We are so excited to see our teams compete in this festive rivalry event.
A permission slip with all the game details is coming home with every student today. Please review and return it promptly!
Free T-Shirts for Students!
A huge thank you to First Southern Bank! Every student attending the game will receive a FREE Christmas Clash T-shirt to wear to the event!
Parents & Fans: Order Your Gear!
Want to match the students? Parents and fans can order a shirt using the link below:
➡️ Order Link: https://shopsilkworm.com/desotogschristmasclash
Orders must be placed by 11/27!
We look forward to a great afternoon of basketball and holiday spirit!
It's time for our first annual Christmas Clash basketball game! We are so excited to see our teams compete in this festive rivalry event.
A permission slip with all the game details is coming home with every student today. Please review and return it promptly!
Free T-Shirts for Students!
A huge thank you to First Southern Bank! Every student attending the game will receive a FREE Christmas Clash T-shirt to wear to the event!
Parents & Fans: Order Your Gear!
Want to match the students? Parents and fans can order a shirt using the link below:
➡️ Order Link: https://shopsilkworm.com/desotogschristmasclash
Orders must be placed by 11/27!
We look forward to a great afternoon of basketball and holiday spirit!

🧈 Fresh Butter Fun in First Grade! 🐄
Our First Grade students got a real taste of agriculture thanks to Ag in the Classroom and So Ill Veggies!
On Friday, the students engaged in a hands-on lesson, learning the transformation of dairy by shaking cream until it became fresh, delicious butter.🥛🍞
Thank you to our amazing partners for bringing this fun, educational experience to life. It was a wonderful way to connect the classroom to the farm!
Our First Grade students got a real taste of agriculture thanks to Ag in the Classroom and So Ill Veggies!
On Friday, the students engaged in a hands-on lesson, learning the transformation of dairy by shaking cream until it became fresh, delicious butter.🥛🍞
Thank you to our amazing partners for bringing this fun, educational experience to life. It was a wonderful way to connect the classroom to the farm!






