DeSoto County School District

DeSoto County School District A fully-accredited school district, committed to excellence in education. We are , all for kids.

🎓📚 Preparing for college starts before you complete the FAFSA!Join Elevate DeSoto's Pre-FAFSA Parent Night and gain the ...
09/01/2026

🎓📚 Preparing for college starts before you complete the FAFSA!
Join Elevate DeSoto's Pre-FAFSA Parent Night and gain the knowledge and confidence you need to help your student take the next step toward college. During this free session, families will:

✅ Learn the basics of FAFSA and why it matters
✅ Understand the Parent Contributor process
✅ Watch a live FAFSA demonstration
✅ Get answers to their questions during a parent Q&A
🍪 Enjoy light refreshments provided by The Club

📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Louis and Gloria Flanzer Club | 16 School Ave., Arcadia, FL

Whether your student is planning for college next year or you're just beginning the process, this event is designed to help families navigate financial aid with confidence. 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!
Together, we can empower families and elevate futures. 💙💚


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🐾💙 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 💙🐾Every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Regular at...
09/01/2026

🐾💙 September is Attendance Awareness Month! 💙🐾
Every school day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. Regular attendance helps students build strong academic skills, develop meaningful relationships, and stay on track for graduation and beyond. Let's work together to make attendance a priority. Every day counts, and every student matters!

Show up. Stay engaged. Succeed.


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09/01/2026

🎥🐾September 2026 Superintendent's Monthly Update 🎥🐾
September is here, and there's a lot happening across ! Join Superintendent Dr. Bobby Bennett for the September Superintendent's Report as he shares important updates and highlights for our district, including:

📅 Labor Day – No School (September 7)
📊 Progress Reports available September 15
⏰ Early Release Day on September 16
📚 FAST Assessment score reports coming home soon
✅ The importance of attendance and partnering with families for student success
💙 A special thank you to our amazing teachers, staff, and administrators for a fantastic start to the school year
🏈 Plus, don't forget to come out and cheer on our Bulldog student-athletes this fall!

Stay informed and connected as we continue working together to support every student and every school.


Go Dogs & God Bless! 🐾
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💙 🏗️ From a 13-year-old with a vision... to 50 years of building tomorrow's schools. 🏗️ 💙At just 13 years old, Mark Rod...
08/31/2026

💙 🏗️ From a 13-year-old with a vision... to 50 years of building tomorrow's schools. 🏗️ 💙
At just 13 years old, Mark Rodberg helped create a Bicentennial mural celebrating America's 200th birthday. Five decades later, that same passion for building and creating has come full circle. Today, Mark Rodberg and Building Tomorrow's Schools are helping shape the future of DeSoto County High School, creating spaces where generations of Bulldogs will learn, grow, and succeed.

His journey is a powerful reminder that the dreams and talents of today's students can become tomorrow's lasting legacy. Thank you, Mark, for investing in our students, our schools, and our community. Together, we're building more than schools; we're building brighter futures. 🐾



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💙🎉 Happy Retirement, Noel Rivera Sanchez! 🎉💙Please join us in celebrating Noel Rivera Sanchez, a dedicated teacher at De...
08/31/2026

💙🎉 Happy Retirement, Noel Rivera Sanchez! 🎉💙
Please join us in celebrating Noel Rivera Sanchez, a dedicated teacher at DeSoto County High School, as he begins a well-deserved early retirement. Since joining the School District of DeSoto County on August 2, 2023, Mr. Rivera Sanchez has shared his knowledge, encouraged student growth, and made a positive impact in the classroom. His commitment to education and our students has been truly appreciated.

As he embarks on this exciting new chapter, we extend our sincere gratitude for his service and wish him many years of happiness, good health, and new adventures. Congratulations on your retirement, Mr. Rivera Sanchez! Thank you for being part of the family.


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🐾 💙Celebrating Michael Manwarren! 💙🐾After serving the School District of DeSoto County, Michael Manwarren is retiring on...
08/31/2026

🐾 💙Celebrating Michael Manwarren! 💙🐾
After serving the School District of DeSoto County, Michael Manwarren is retiring on August 31, 2026!
Michael joined our district family on August 27, 2024, serving as Part-Time AGE Instructional Support Personnel at the Family Service Center. Though his time with has been brief, his contributions and dedication to supporting our students and staff have made a difference. Please join us in thanking Michael for his service and wishing him all the best in this exciting new chapter!

🎉 Happy Retirement, Michael!
🐾 Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog!


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🐾 💙Celebrating Connie Yost! 💙🐾After more than 41 years of dedicated service to the School District of DeSoto County, we ...
08/31/2026

🐾 💙Celebrating Connie Yost! 💙🐾
After more than 41 years of dedicated service to the School District of DeSoto County, we are celebrating Connie Yost, Teacher at Nocatee Elementary School, as she prepares for retirement! Connie began her journey with on August 19, 1985, and is scheduled to retire on August 31, 2026. For more than four decades, Connie has made a lasting impact on generations of DeSoto County students through her dedication, compassion, and commitment to education.

Please join us in thanking Connie for her 41+ years of service and wishing her a wonderful, well-deserved retirement!
🎉 Happy Retirement, Connie!
🐾 Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog!


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💙🐾This Week in Bulldog Sports, August 31, 2026 - September 5, 2026! 🐾💙It's another exciting week for our Bulldogs as the...
08/31/2026

💙🐾This Week in Bulldog Sports, August 31, 2026 - September 5, 2026! 🐾💙
It's another exciting week for our Bulldogs as they compete across the region! Let's pack the stands, cheer loud, and show our Bulldog pride whether we're at home or on the road. Go Bulldogs! Let's bring home the wins!

8/31/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. Charlotte (Away) @ 6pm|7pm
⛳DHS Boys Golf vs. Avon Park (Home) @ 4pm
🥎DMS Softball vs. Hardee (Away) @ 6pm

9/1/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. Lemon Bay (Home) @ 6pm|7pm
🏈DMS Football vs. Labelle (Home) @ 6pm

9/3/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. North Port (Away) @ 6pm|7pm
🏈DHS Football vs. Wellen Park (Away) @ 7pm
🥎DMS Softball vs. Lake Placid (Away) @ 6pm

9/4/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. Bradenton Christian Tournament
Varsity Only (Away)

9/5/26
🏐DHS Volleyball vs. Bradenton Christian Tournament
Varsity Only (Away)
🏃DHS Boys & Girls Cross Country (Away) @ 7:20am


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🚀🌎 Night Out with NASA Scientist Dr. Ed Rosenthal! 🌎🚀Don't miss this incredible opportunity for an unforgettable evening...
08/28/2026

🚀🌎 Night Out with NASA Scientist Dr. Ed Rosenthal! 🌎🚀
Don't miss this incredible opportunity for an unforgettable evening! Hear from NASA scientist Dr. Ed Rosenthal as he shares how his groundbreaking innovations have impacted both agriculture and space exploration. Enjoy dinner while learning about science, sustainability, and the technologies shaping our future. We are excited to see our community offer such a wonderful opportunity!

📅 Thursday, September 10, 2026 | 🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Turner Agri Center | Arcadia, FL
⚠️ Space is limited! Register by September 3rd to guarantee your spot.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!
🔗 https://shorturl.at/6NYNo


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🐾 Celebrating Diane Moncrief! 💙After 38 years of dedicated service to the School District of DeSoto County, we are celeb...
08/28/2026

🐾 Celebrating Diane Moncrief! 💙
After 38 years of dedicated service to the School District of DeSoto County, we are celebrating the retirement of Diane Moncrief, Facilities Confidential Secretary/Bookkeeper! Diane began her journey with the district on August 29, 1988, and will officially retire on August 28, 2026. For nearly four decades, Diane has been a valued member of our family, bringing dedication, knowledge, and commitment to everything she does.

💙 Thank you, Diane, for 38 years of service to DeSoto County students, staff, and families!
Join us in wishing Diane a well-deserved and happy retirement! 🎉🐾

Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog!

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530 La Solona Avenue
Arcadia, FL
34266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+18634944222

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