De Soto #73 School District
610 Vineland School Road De Soto, MO 63020
We’ve had a wonderful first day of school!
The energy and excitement from our students have made for a great start to the new school year. As we wrap up today, please be aware that we expect afternoon bus drop-offs to be delayed as we ensure all students are safely accounted for and adjust to their new routines.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as our bus drivers work hard to get everyone home safely. If your child's bus is running late, rest assured they are in good hands, and we are doing our best to minimize delays.
Thank you for your support in making today a success! We’re excited for a fantastic school year ahead!
IT’S THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!
We would love to see your first-day smiles! Families are invited to send their first-day photos to spruell.nicolem@desoto.k12.mo.us for a chance to be featured on the De Soto #73 Facebook page.
Here’s to a wonderful school year!
We would love to see your first-day smiles! Families are invited to send their first-day photos to spruell.nicolem@desoto.k12.mo.us for a chance to be featured on the De Soto #73 Facebook page.
Here’s to a wonderful school year!
Welcome to De Soto #73!
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Zander Presnell to the De Soto #73 School District for the upcoming school year!
Position/Title:
Social Studies Teacher & Boys Track Coach
Building:
De Soto Middle School
Previous Experience:
Mr. Presnell graduated from De Soto and is excited to return to his hometown to begin his teaching career!
Fun Fact / Favorite Hobby / What You’re Excited About:
Mr. Presnell enjoys woodworking, fishing, and playing pickleball. He is especially excited to begin his career in his hometown, get to know his students, and coach boys track this spring.
We’re excited to have Mr. Presnell join our team and can’t wait for the positive impact he’ll make with our students and families. Please help us give him a warm Dragon welcome!
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Zander Presnell to the De Soto #73 School District for the upcoming school year!
Position/Title:
Social Studies Teacher & Boys Track Coach
Building:
De Soto Middle School
Previous Experience:
Mr. Presnell graduated from De Soto and is excited to return to his hometown to begin his teaching career!
Fun Fact / Favorite Hobby / What You’re Excited About:
Mr. Presnell enjoys woodworking, fishing, and playing pickleball. He is especially excited to begin his career in his hometown, get to know his students, and coach boys track this spring.
We’re excited to have Mr. Presnell join our team and can’t wait for the positive impact he’ll make with our students and families. Please help us give him a warm Dragon welcome!
Welcome to De Soto #73!
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Hasemeier to the De Soto #73 School District for the upcoming school year!
Position/Title:
Special Education Teacher – Life Skills
Building & Department:
De Soto Middle School – Special Education Department
Previous Experience:
Ms. Hasemeier previously worked as a paraprofessional in a self-contained special education classroom, where she gained hands-on experience supporting students with a variety of learning, communication, and daily living needs.
Fun Fact / Favorite Hobby / What You’re Excited About:
Ms. Hasemeier loves being creative, crafting, baking, spending time with family and friends, camping, and going to dirt-track races! She also coaches middle school cross country and girls basketball. This year, she is especially excited to build relationships with her students and help them become more confident and independent through academics and real-world life skills.
We’re excited to have Ms. Hasemeier join our team and can’t wait for the positive impact she’ll make with our students and families. Please help us give her a warm Dragon welcome!
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Maintenance and Grounds Crew!
From repairing, cleaning, and prepping buildings to keeping our grounds looking beautiful and safe, they’ve been hard at work all summer making sure everything is ready for the first day of school.
We are so grateful for their dedication and commitment to creating a welcoming environment for our students, staff, and community.
From repairing, cleaning, and prepping buildings to keeping our grounds looking beautiful and safe, they’ve been hard at work all summer making sure everything is ready for the first day of school.
We are so grateful for their dedication and commitment to creating a welcoming environment for our students, staff, and community.
Thank You to Our Gold Sponsor, Brooks Electric!
We’re proud to recognize Brooks Electric as one of our Gold Sponsors for their continued support of De Soto #73. Community partners like Brooks Electric help strengthen our schools, support opportunities for our students, and make a positive impact throughout our district.
Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and Dragon families. We truly appreciate your generosity, partnership, and commitment to our school community!
We encourage our Dragon families to support the businesses that support our schools!
We’re proud to recognize Brooks Electric as one of our Gold Sponsors for their continued support of De Soto #73. Community partners like Brooks Electric help strengthen our schools, support opportunities for our students, and make a positive impact throughout our district.
Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and Dragon families. We truly appreciate your generosity, partnership, and commitment to our school community!
We encourage our Dragon families to support the businesses that support our schools!
A Huge Thank You to Our Custodians!
All summer long, our amazing custodial team has been hard at work cleaning, organizing, and preparing every corner of our schools. Their dedication ensures our buildings are fresh, safe, and ready to welcome back our staff and students for a great school year.
We appreciate you and everything you do for our district!
PLEASE BE PATIENT WITH OUR BUSES
During the first few days of school, buses may run later than their normal schedules as drivers learn new routes, students become familiar with their stops, and schools ensure every student boards the correct bus and arrives safely.
Please check Infinite Campus for your student’s updated bus route and scheduled pick-up and drop-off times. Several route changes have been made as new students continue to enroll.
Families can help by:
Having students at their bus stop early
Allowing extra time for pick-up and drop-off
Making sure students know their bus number
Keeping contact and transportation information current
Contacting the Transportation Department with questions or concerns
Routes typically become more consistent as everyone settles into the new routine. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to transport every student safely!
WELCOME BACK, STUDENTS!
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 26!
A new school year brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. We can’t wait to welcome our De Soto #73 students back to the classroom and begin another great year together!
Here’s to an amazing school year!
The first day of school is Wednesday, August 26!
A new school year brings new opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. We can’t wait to welcome our De Soto #73 students back to the classroom and begin another great year together!
Here’s to an amazing school year!
Calling all future Dragon cheerleaders in grades K–5!
Join the De Soto High School Varsity Cheer Program for Mini Cheer Camp! Participants will learn cheers, have fun, and perform during the varsity football game against Hillsboro on Friday, October 9!
Camp: October 6–8
3:30–5:00 p.m.
De Soto Primary for grades K–2
De Soto Intermediate for grades 3–5
Cost: $25 with a T-shirt or $35 with a T-shirt and bow. Additional shirts may be purchased for $15.
Registration and payment are due Monday, September 14.
Register here: https://d73.revtrak.net/rw-athletic-and-activities-camps/
For Mini Cheer reminders, text @MINIDHS to 81010.
We can’t wait to cheer with our youngest Dragons!
Join the De Soto High School Varsity Cheer Program for Mini Cheer Camp! Participants will learn cheers, have fun, and perform during the varsity football game against Hillsboro on Friday, October 9!
Camp: October 6–8
3:30–5:00 p.m.
De Soto Primary for grades K–2
De Soto Intermediate for grades 3–5
Cost: $25 with a T-shirt or $35 with a T-shirt and bow. Additional shirts may be purchased for $15.
Registration and payment are due Monday, September 14.
Register here: https://d73.revtrak.net/rw-athletic-and-activities-camps/
For Mini Cheer reminders, text @MINIDHS to 81010.
We can’t wait to cheer with our youngest Dragons!
Thank You to Our Bronze Sponsor, MO Farm Bureau – Ghirardi Agency!
We’re proud to recognize MO Farm Bureau – Ghirardi Agency as one of our Bronze Sponsors for their support of De Soto #73. Partnerships with local businesses and organizations like MO Farm Bureau – Ghirardi Agency help strengthen our schools and provide additional opportunities and experiences for our students.
Thank you for choosing to invest in our students, staff, and Dragon families. We truly appreciate your partnership and your commitment to supporting our school community!
We encourage our Dragon families to support the businesses that support our schools!
We’re proud to recognize MO Farm Bureau – Ghirardi Agency as one of our Bronze Sponsors for their support of De Soto #73. Partnerships with local businesses and organizations like MO Farm Bureau – Ghirardi Agency help strengthen our schools and provide additional opportunities and experiences for our students.
Thank you for choosing to invest in our students, staff, and Dragon families. We truly appreciate your partnership and your commitment to supporting our school community!
We encourage our Dragon families to support the businesses that support our schools!
APP FEATURE: YOUR FEED
Looking for the latest news from around the district? Check your feed in the district app!
Stay connected with district and school announcements, celebrations, reminders, and other important updates—all from your phone.
Be sure to select your child’s school from the drop-down menu on the main page of the app to view building-specific updates.
Instead of searching for information, make the De Soto #73 School District app one of your first stops for what’s happening across the district!
Looking for the latest news from around the district? Check your feed in the district app!
Stay connected with district and school announcements, celebrations, reminders, and other important updates—all from your phone.
Be sure to select your child’s school from the drop-down menu on the main page of the app to view building-specific updates.
Instead of searching for information, make the De Soto #73 School District app one of your first stops for what’s happening across the district!
Thank You to Our Silver Sponsor, Mueller’s Furniture & Mattress!
We’re proud to recognize Mueller’s Furniture & Mattress as one of our Silver Sponsors for their continued support of De Soto #73. Local businesses like Mueller’s play an important role in strengthening our schools and helping provide meaningful opportunities for our students.
Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and Dragon families and for supporting the community you call home. We are grateful for your partnership and proud to have Mueller’s Furniture & Mattress as part of the Dragon family!
Be sure to support the businesses that support our schools!
We’re proud to recognize Mueller’s Furniture & Mattress as one of our Silver Sponsors for their continued support of De Soto #73. Local businesses like Mueller’s play an important role in strengthening our schools and helping provide meaningful opportunities for our students.
Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and Dragon families and for supporting the community you call home. We are grateful for your partnership and proud to have Mueller’s Furniture & Mattress as part of the Dragon family!
Be sure to support the businesses that support our schools!
A sweet thank you to Grace Life Church and Culver’s of Crystal City for donating ice cream treats for our entire staff yesterday!
We truly appreciate your kindness and generosity as we kick off another school year. Thank you for supporting our staff and helping make their day a little sweeter!
WHAT CAN THE DISTRICT APP DO FOR YOU?
Did you know our district app puts important school information right at your fingertips?
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be highlighting some of the features available through the app and showing you how to make the most of this helpful tool!
From staying up to date on district news to finding important information when you need it, there’s a lot you can do—all in one place.
If you haven’t downloaded the De Soto #73 School District app yet, now is a great time, search De Soto #73 in your app store today!
Did you know our district app puts important school information right at your fingertips?
Over the next few weeks, we’ll be highlighting some of the features available through the app and showing you how to make the most of this helpful tool!
From staying up to date on district news to finding important information when you need it, there’s a lot you can do—all in one place.
If you haven’t downloaded the De Soto #73 School District app yet, now is a great time, search De Soto #73 in your app store today!
DRAGON DRESS CODE REMINDER
As we get ready for the school year, we want to remind students and families of our district dress code expectations.
Our dress code helps support a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for all students. Please take a few minutes to review the graphic for examples of what is—and is not—appropriate for school.
A few important reminders:
Clothing should be school-appropriate and provide proper coverage.
Pajamas, sleepwear, and slippers are not permitted.
Hoods and hats/head coverings may not be worn indoors.
Wireless headphones are not allowed during the school day.
Clothing with inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive language or images is not permitted.
If clothing is deemed to be inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive to learning, students will be asked to change.
Thank you for helping us start the year ready to learn and represent De Soto #73 with pride!
Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be a Dragon.
As we get ready for the school year, we want to remind students and families of our district dress code expectations.
Our dress code helps support a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for all students. Please take a few minutes to review the graphic for examples of what is—and is not—appropriate for school.
A few important reminders:
Clothing should be school-appropriate and provide proper coverage.
Pajamas, sleepwear, and slippers are not permitted.
Hoods and hats/head coverings may not be worn indoors.
Wireless headphones are not allowed during the school day.
Clothing with inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive language or images is not permitted.
If clothing is deemed to be inappropriate, offensive, or disruptive to learning, students will be asked to change.
Thank you for helping us start the year ready to learn and represent De Soto #73 with pride!
Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be a Dragon.
WELCOME BACK, STAFF!
Today, we are excited to welcome back all of our incredible De Soto #73 staff!
Thank you for the dedication, passion, and care you bring to our students each day. We are grateful for the positive impact you make throughout our schools and community.
Here’s to another great school year!
Today, we are excited to welcome back all of our incredible De Soto #73 staff!
Thank you for the dedication, passion, and care you bring to our students each day. We are grateful for the positive impact you make throughout our schools and community.
Here’s to another great school year!
Thank You to Our Silver Sponsor, Mercantile @ Main!
We’re proud to recognize Mercantile @ Main as one of our Silver Sponsors for their support of De Soto #73. Community partners like you help create meaningful opportunities for our students, strengthen our schools, and make a lasting difference for Dragon families.
Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and community. We are grateful for your partnership and proud to have Mercantile @ Main as part of the Dragon family!
We’re proud to recognize Mercantile @ Main as one of our Silver Sponsors for their support of De Soto #73. Community partners like you help create meaningful opportunities for our students, strengthen our schools, and make a lasting difference for Dragon families.
Thank you for investing in our students, staff, and community. We are grateful for your partnership and proud to have Mercantile @ Main as part of the Dragon family!
We're Hiring Substitute Nurses!
Make a difference when our students need it most! De Soto #73 School District is looking for caring, dependable Substitute Nurses to join our team.
If you're interested in helping support the health and well-being of our students, we'd love to hear from you!
For questions or more information, please contact Dawn Brown at brown.dawn@desoto.k12.mo.us.
Join our team and help make a difference in the lives of our Dragon students!
Make a difference when our students need it most! De Soto #73 School District is looking for caring, dependable Substitute Nurses to join our team.
If you're interested in helping support the health and well-being of our students, we'd love to hear from you!
For questions or more information, please contact Dawn Brown at brown.dawn@desoto.k12.mo.us.
Join our team and help make a difference in the lives of our Dragon students!
Calling All DHS Students!
DHS Theatre is getting ready for the holiday season with auditions for Silver Belles: A Christmas Comedy by Lauren Grove!
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or have always wanted to give theatre a try, we’d love to see you at auditions!
Tuesday, August 25
12:30–4:30 p.m.
DHS Auditorium
Open to ALL DHS students!
Come be part of the fun and help us bring this hilarious holiday production to the stage!
Questions? Contact Samantha Roop at Roop.Samantha@desoto.k12.mo.us.
We can’t wait to see our Dragons take the stage!
DHS Theatre is getting ready for the holiday season with auditions for Silver Belles: A Christmas Comedy by Lauren Grove!
Whether you’re a seasoned performer or have always wanted to give theatre a try, we’d love to see you at auditions!
Tuesday, August 25
12:30–4:30 p.m.
DHS Auditorium
Open to ALL DHS students!
Come be part of the fun and help us bring this hilarious holiday production to the stage!
Questions? Contact Samantha Roop at Roop.Samantha@desoto.k12.mo.us.
We can’t wait to see our Dragons take the stage!
