De Soto Senior High School
815 Amvets Drive, De Soto, MO 63020.
De Soto Senior High Update for Friday, September 4th
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!
The De Soto High School Cross Country season is underway!
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!
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!
Attention Senior Parents: Please mark your calendars now for the senior parent night on Tuesday, September 22nd from 6-7 pm in the high school theater. Attending this event will ensure you have all you need to know to get you and your senior through 1st semester. A Spring Parent Meeting will be held in March to discuss how to successfully wrap up senior year.
DHS families are on campus painting their parking spots early this morning. We are excited to start this tradition!
Mark your calendars for Open House!
Join us to meet your student’s teachers, visit their school, and prepare for a great year ahead.
Thursday, August 20
Middle & High School: 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Monday, August 24
ECC & De Soto Primary: 5:00–6:30 p.m.
De Soto Intermediate: 6:00–7:30 p.m.
We can’t wait to welcome our Dragon families back to school!
Join us to meet your student’s teachers, visit their school, and prepare for a great year ahead.
Thursday, August 20
Middle & High School: 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Monday, August 24
ECC & De Soto Primary: 5:00–6:30 p.m.
De Soto Intermediate: 6:00–7:30 p.m.
We can’t wait to welcome our Dragon families back to school!
Attention Class of 2026!
The diplomas and yearbooks for the class of 2026 will be available for pick up beginning on Tuesday, August 11th.
Please feel free to stop by the main office between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM each day, Monday-Friday to pick up these items. The office does close for lunch between 11:00 AM and Noon each day.
After August 25th, the office will be open only on days when school is in session between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
Yearbooks for returning DHS students will be during DHS Orientation on August 12th and 13th from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
The diplomas and yearbooks for the class of 2026 will be available for pick up beginning on Tuesday, August 11th.
Please feel free to stop by the main office between the hours of 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM each day, Monday-Friday to pick up these items. The office does close for lunch between 11:00 AM and Noon each day.
After August 25th, the office will be open only on days when school is in session between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM.
Yearbooks for returning DHS students will be during DHS Orientation on August 12th and 13th from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM.
New Visitor Management System
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, all district buildings will use a visitor management system to help create a safer, more secure environment.
When visiting a school or picking up a student, please:
Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID
Report to the main office upon arrival
Wear your visitor badge while on campus
Check out before leaving
Only individuals authorized by the school may check out a student, and additional verification may be required. Please ensure all approved contacts and contact information are current in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our schools safe! If you have questions, please contact your student’s building office directly.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, all district buildings will use a visitor management system to help create a safer, more secure environment.
When visiting a school or picking up a student, please:
Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID
Report to the main office upon arrival
Wear your visitor badge while on campus
Check out before leaving
Only individuals authorized by the school may check out a student, and additional verification may be required. Please ensure all approved contacts and contact information are current in your Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our schools safe! If you have questions, please contact your student’s building office directly.
The contractors are almost done refinishing the gym floor. We are so excited to see our Dragons playing on this beautiful hardwood very soon! Here is a sneak peek of the nearly completed project.
DHS Construction Update:
The summer renovation projects are coming along nicely and ahead of schedule (knock on wood). We look forward to welcoming our students, their families, and our staff back in August with all new HVAC in every room, a freshly refinished gym floor, and a welcoming, yet safe and secure entrance to the building!
The gym floor at DHS is getting a make over this summer. Work began today with the sanding process of removing the existing artwork, years of clear coat, and scratches!
#DragonStateofMind
We’re proud to share that Mrs. Hodak has been awarded a grant from the Missouri State Teachers Foundation!
This grant will support a meaningful snack program. When students’ needs are met, they are more likely to build confidence, form positive relationships, and fully engage in their learning. Something as simple as a snack can make a lasting difference—and help ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Thank you to the Missouri State Teachers Foundation for supporting our students, and thank you, Mrs. Hodak, for your dedication!
This grant will support a meaningful snack program. When students’ needs are met, they are more likely to build confidence, form positive relationships, and fully engage in their learning. Something as simple as a snack can make a lasting difference—and help ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Thank you to the Missouri State Teachers Foundation for supporting our students, and thank you, Mrs. Hodak, for your dedication!
Today we had the opportunity to celebrate our talented students with a State Sendoff for Solo & Ensemble Band and Choir as they prepare for the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State competition!
We are incredibly proud of the dedication, hard work, and passion these students have shown to reach this level. Representing our district on the state stage is a tremendous accomplishment.
Good luck at State—we are cheering you on every step of the way!
We are incredibly proud of the dedication, hard work, and passion these students have shown to reach this level. Representing our district on the state stage is a tremendous accomplishment.
Good luck at State—we are cheering you on every step of the way!
Annual Student Information Renewal is Now Open
Each spring, all families are asked to complete the Annual Student Information Renewal (Registration) in Infinite Campus to help us prepare for the 2026–2027 school year. Even though this information is for next school year, it must be completed now so we can accurately plan schedules, transportation, staffing, and student services.
Deadline: May 1
We strongly encourage families to complete this as soon as possible.
Why this matters?
Your timely completion helps the district:
• Build accurate class schedules for 2026–2027
• Create bus routes and transportation plans
• Keep health and emergency information current
• Ensure you continue receiving important school messages
If not completed by May 1, families may experience:
• Delays in receiving student schedules
• Delays or changes in bus assignments
• Temporary loss of access to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal
• Suspension of student Google accounts at the end of the 2025–2026 school year (until completed)
How to complete your renewal:
- Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal
- Select “More” from the menu
- Click “Annual Student Information Renewal”
- Review, update, and submit your student’s information
If you need help logging in or have questions, please contact your student’s building office — they’re happy to help.
Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a smooth and successful start to the 2026–2027 school year for every student!
Each spring, all families are asked to complete the Annual Student Information Renewal (Registration) in Infinite Campus to help us prepare for the 2026–2027 school year. Even though this information is for next school year, it must be completed now so we can accurately plan schedules, transportation, staffing, and student services.
Deadline: May 1
We strongly encourage families to complete this as soon as possible.
Why this matters?
Your timely completion helps the district:
• Build accurate class schedules for 2026–2027
• Create bus routes and transportation plans
• Keep health and emergency information current
• Ensure you continue receiving important school messages
If not completed by May 1, families may experience:
• Delays in receiving student schedules
• Delays or changes in bus assignments
• Temporary loss of access to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal
• Suspension of student Google accounts at the end of the 2025–2026 school year (until completed)
How to complete your renewal:
- Log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal
- Select “More” from the menu
- Click “Annual Student Information Renewal”
- Review, update, and submit your student’s information
If you need help logging in or have questions, please contact your student’s building office — they’re happy to help.
Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a smooth and successful start to the 2026–2027 school year for every student!
The 2026–2027 school calendar has been officially approved by the Board of Education!
The first day of school will be Wednesday, August 26, 2026, and the last day of school is scheduled for May 27, 2027 (pending inclement weather).
School Day Times:
De Soto High School (DHS) / De Soto Middle School (DMS): 7:38 AM – 2:35 PM
De Soto Intermediate (Vineland): 8:20 AM – 3:15 PM
De Soto Primary (Athena): 8:40 AM – 3:35 PM
Early Childhood Center (ECC at Rock Road) – Full Day: 8:15 AM – 3:10 PM
Early Childhood Center (ECC at De Soto Primary) – Full Day: 8:15 AM – 3:10 PM
ECC – Half Day (AM): 8:15 AM – 11:10 AM
ECC – Half Day (PM): 12:10 PM – 3:10 PM
As part of our new elementary grade-level centers, Intermediate will begin 20 minutes before Primary. This schedule was carefully planned through research and timing tests to support smooth transitions for families. Bus routes have also been redesigned to maintain efficiency, with some of our longest routes expected to be slightly shorter.
We will be sharing additional details soon regarding Open House and Parent-Teacher Conferences to ensure families with students in multiple buildings can attend with ease.
**We’re Hiring for the 2026–2027 School Year!**
Join the De Soto #73 School District and help make a difference in the lives of our students and families. We are currently hiring for the following positions:
**Teaching & Certified Positions**
• Behavior Resource Teacher – Intermediate (Grades 3–5)
• Behavior Resource Teacher – Primary (Grades K–2)
• Intermediate Teacher (Grades 3–5)
• Kindergarten Teacher – Primary
• Math Teacher – Middle School
• Parents as Teachers (PAT) Teacher
• Self-Contained Special Education Teacher – Middle School
• Special Education Teacher – High School
**Student Support Services**
• Counselor – High School
• Counselor – Primary (Grades K–2)
• Occupational Therapist
• Physical Therapist
• Speech Language Pathologist
**Support Staff**
• Bus Drivers
If you’re passionate about supporting student learning, growth, and success, we encourage you to apply today!
Learn more and apply: https://www.moreap.net/jobsrchDistrict.php?district=500140000
Come be part of the Dragon family!
Join the De Soto #73 School District and help make a difference in the lives of our students and families. We are currently hiring for the following positions:
**Teaching & Certified Positions**
• Behavior Resource Teacher – Intermediate (Grades 3–5)
• Behavior Resource Teacher – Primary (Grades K–2)
• Intermediate Teacher (Grades 3–5)
• Kindergarten Teacher – Primary
• Math Teacher – Middle School
• Parents as Teachers (PAT) Teacher
• Self-Contained Special Education Teacher – Middle School
• Special Education Teacher – High School
**Student Support Services**
• Counselor – High School
• Counselor – Primary (Grades K–2)
• Occupational Therapist
• Physical Therapist
• Speech Language Pathologist
**Support Staff**
• Bus Drivers
If you’re passionate about supporting student learning, growth, and success, we encourage you to apply today!
Learn more and apply: https://www.moreap.net/jobsrchDistrict.php?district=500140000
Come be part of the Dragon family!
College Signing Celebration — Congratulations, Dragons!
We are proud to recognize two outstanding De Soto High School student-athletes who will be continuing their academic and athletic careers at Mineral Area College to play softball. Their dedication, hard work, and commitment have made a lasting impact on our school community.
Addison G.
College: Mineral Area College
Sport: Softball
Area of Study: Associate of General Studies
Honors & Achievements:
• Honorable Mention
• 1st Team All-District
• 2nd Team All-Conference
• 2nd Team All-Region
• Academic All-State
Other Activities: National Honor Society
Kylee T.
College: Mineral Area College
Sport: Softball
Area of Study: Associate of General Studies
Honors & Achievements:
• 4x Varsity Softball Letter
• 4x Academic All-State
• Sandy Meurer State Farm Female Athlete of the Month
• 2x 1st Team All-Conference
• 2x 1st Team All-District
• 2x 2nd Team All-Conference
• 2x 2nd Team All-District
• 2x 2nd Team All-Region
• 3x Voted MVP
• Golden Bat Award
• Love of the Game Award
Other Activities: Treasurer, National Honor Society
“High school softball brought me many memories and bonds that I will carry with me forever. I will definitely miss getting to represent our school with my teammates and coaches.” — Kylee T.
Your Dragon family is incredibly proud of you both! We can’t wait to see all you accomplish at the next level. Please join us in congratulating Addison and Kylee on this exciting achievement!
Today we proudly hosted a State Sendoff for our DHS Dance Team!
Students, staff, family, and friends lined the halls to cheer them on as they head to state competition. The energy, excitement, and school spirit on display were incredible — and so well deserved!
We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and countless hours this team has poured into their season. Your Dragon family is behind you every step of the way.
Good luck at State — go show them what De Soto is made of!
Students, staff, family, and friends lined the halls to cheer them on as they head to state competition. The energy, excitement, and school spirit on display were incredible — and so well deserved!
We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and countless hours this team has poured into their season. Your Dragon family is behind you every step of the way.
Good luck at State — go show them what De Soto is made of!
