Reminder that tomorrow is an 11:30 dismissal and there is NO Ranger Station.
Have a great spring break!
Then vs. Now: 30 Years of Tech! 🖥️✨
Check out this incredible blast from the past! The first photo shows our very first computer lab back in 1996.
Take a look at those classic "beige box" monitors and those blue and orange chairs! In '96, we were just getting used to the World Wide Web and probably waiting ten minutes for a single image to load. 🐢
Flash forward to 2026: The bulky desktops are gone, replaced by sleek laptops, interactive OneScreen displays, and flexible learning spaces. We’ve traded floppy disks for the cloud, but the excitement of discovery in this room hasn't changed a bit.
Check out this incredible blast from the past! The first photo shows our very first computer lab back in 1996.
Take a look at those classic "beige box" monitors and those blue and orange chairs! In '96, we were just getting used to the World Wide Web and probably waiting ten minutes for a single image to load. 🐢
Flash forward to 2026: The bulky desktops are gone, replaced by sleek laptops, interactive OneScreen displays, and flexible learning spaces. We’ve traded floppy disks for the cloud, but the excitement of discovery in this room hasn't changed a bit.
Volleyball 8th Grade Night! 🏐✨
Join us this Wednesday, 2/25, to celebrate our 8th-grade leaders! We will be holding a special recognition ceremony immediately after the JV game.
Bring your cheers, your signs, and your school spirit! 🏐
Join us this Wednesday, 2/25, to celebrate our 8th-grade leaders! We will be holding a special recognition ceremony immediately after the JV game.
Bring your cheers, your signs, and your school spirit! 🏐
It's time for the Kids Heart Challenge!
See below for information regarding Pre-K developmental screenings.
Have a Great Weekend!
📣 Calling All Parents! Your Voice Matters!
Help us shape the future of our school! We are asking all parents to participate in the 5Essentials Survey, a research-based tool designed to help us identify our strengths and find areas where we can improve.
Why take the survey?
The 5Essentials is more than just a questionnaire—it’s a proven system that measures what makes a school successful. By sharing your feedback, you provide us with actionable data to help our students thrive.
📝 Survey Details:
Purpose: To drive school-wide improvement and organization.
Impact: Your responses generate individualized reports used for strategic planning.
Time: It only takes a few minutes!
🔗 Take the Survey Here:
👉 http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Thank you for your partnership in making our school the best it can be!
Help us shape the future of our school! We are asking all parents to participate in the 5Essentials Survey, a research-based tool designed to help us identify our strengths and find areas where we can improve.
Why take the survey?
The 5Essentials is more than just a questionnaire—it’s a proven system that measures what makes a school successful. By sharing your feedback, you provide us with actionable data to help our students thrive.
📝 Survey Details:
Purpose: To drive school-wide improvement and organization.
Impact: Your responses generate individualized reports used for strategic planning.
Time: It only takes a few minutes!
🔗 Take the Survey Here:
👉 http://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/survey/parent/
Thank you for your partnership in making our school the best it can be!
🏀 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!
