

It’s Friday night football! Our De Soto Dragons are hitting the road tonight to take on Festus!
Come out, make some noise, and cheer on our Dragons!
De Soto vs. Festus
Festus High School
7:00 PM
GO DRAGONS!

Best of luck to our Cross Country team as they travel to Joplin this weekend to compete in the MSSU Stampede!
Run strong, compete hard, and represent De Soto with pride! We’re cheering you on every step of the way!
Go Dragons!

Here is the link to the September 18th Senior High Update.
https://canva.link/jld0hhuhu48iie6












Our therapy dog, Marty, spent some time visiting with students last week, bringing plenty of smiles, comfort, and puppy love to all! Marty even attended Pottery class and Mrs. Sutton says he earned an A.










This morning, a food truck struck power lines at De Soto Primary, causing multiple power lines to come down and resulting in a power outage that is impacting district operations.
Due to the nature of the outage, **all De Soto #73 students will be dismissed early today, Wednesday, September 16.**
Early Dismissal Schedule:
De Soto Intermediate – 10:45 AM
ECC – 10:45 AM
De Soto Primary – 11:15 AM
De Soto High School & De Soto Middle School – 12:45 PM
IMPORTANT – De Soto Primary Parent Pick-Up
Due to the downed power lines behind De Soto Primary, vehicles are currently unable to follow the normal parent pick-up route around the school.
Families picking up students at De Soto Primary should not arrive until 11:45 AM. At that time, vehicles should enter at the front of the building from the Flucom Road side. Pick-up lines will be formed in front of the building, and staff will assist families with the alternative dismissal process.
Please follow the directions of staff when arriving and use extra caution in the area due to the downed power lines.
All students will be provided a meal before dismissal.
Families should make arrangements for their child’s early arrival home and ensure someone is available at the bus stop, if needed.
We apologize for the unexpected change and appreciate our families’ patience, flexibility, and understanding as we work to safely dismiss all students.
Our student officers spent the weekend learning, collaborating, and connecting with theatre students and educators from across Missouri. They had the opportunity to develop their leadership skills, gain new ideas for our troupe, and bring that knowledge and inspiration back to DHS Theatre.
We are incredibly proud of our student leaders and the time, dedication, and passion they continue to give to our theatre program!














All buses have now left the Middle and High School following the conclusion of our third day of school. Students who ride the bus are currently on their way home.
Arrival times will vary by route and may be later than the times listed in Infinite Campus. During the first week, loading and routes may take longer as students learn their assigned buses and stops and drivers become familiar with new routes.
This information was also sent to all secondary families via text message and email.
Thank you for your patience as we work to transport every student home safely. It has been a great first week of school! We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday!
Check out the 2026 schedule and make plans to support our Dragons throughout the season. Best of luck to all our runners—we’re cheering you on every step of the way!

All buses have now left the Middle and High School following the conclusion of our second day of school. Students who ride the bus are currently on their way home.
Arrival times will vary by route and may be later than the times listed in Infinite Campus. During the first week, loading and routes may take longer as students learn their assigned buses and stops and drivers become familiar with new routes.
Thank you for your patience as we work to transport every student home safely.
EVERY FRIDAY IS HAT DAY AT DHS!
Students can wear a hat every Friday throughout the school year for just $1.00! All proceeds will support the Junior Class as they raise money for the 2027 Junior/Senior Prom.
To participate, students must check in with Mrs. Reese or Mr. Trentman each Friday at either the gym entrance or main entrance, pay their $1.00, and receive a stamp showing they are eligible to wear a hat.
Wear your favorite hat, support the Junior Class, and help make the 2027 Prom a success!







