Mississippi 3rd grade reading pass rate inches up to 85 percent
The LBPA was enacted in 2013 to improve early-grade literacy.
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Parents demand Henley resign from school board for supporting convicted sex offender
The controversy stems from Henley’s public support for Whiteside, who was sentenced to house arrest and probation despite prosecutors noting 64,000 pages of evidence.
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Bridging the Gap: DeSoto County Career Expo connects students with future opportunities
Officials say the event supports long-term workforce development efforts.
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Sub teacher fired over TikTok video
The video that led to Borders’ termination has been viewed over two million times.
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DeSoto County chronic absenteeism rate surpasses state average as Mississippi numbers rise
Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 18 or more school days for any reason, including excused and unexcused absences.
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DeSoto County Schools retain ‘A’ rating in state accountability results
DCS remains an A-rated district with consistently high graduation rates (above 95% at all high schools).
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DeSoto County students participate in See You At The Pole
See You At The Pole is held every fourth Wednesday in September.
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Funeral set for Saturday for longtime DeSoto County school board member Ann Jolley
Her tenure spanned periods of rapid district growth, facilities expansion and staff development initiatives.
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Fights Result in Meet the Chargers Cancelation
High schools in DeSoto County typically will hold events such as Meet the Chargers to introduce athletic and activities participants as a kickoff to the fall season.
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Uselton updates business leaders at Chamber luncheon
Uselton also touched on academic achievements, mentioning the district’s history of receiving an “A” rating from the Mississippi Department of Education since 2016.
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