Former Olive Branch mayor, DCS school board member Nichols passes away
Nichols was often cited as the face of Olive Branch during its most pivotal decades.
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April Rucker Named DeSoto County Schools Administrator of the Year
Rucker credits her faith and family for shaping her leadership style.
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Mississippi University for Women, DeSoto County Schools sign MOU
Dual enrollment courses through the partnership will begin in spring 2026.
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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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