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About East Middle School

The mission of DeSoto East Middle School is to achieve academic and social excellence through knowledge, respect, and responsibility.

DeSoto East Middle School (formerly DeSoto Junior High School) is part of the DeSoto Independent School district. The campus, now known as DeSoto East Middle School, opened in 1962. It served as the district's high school from 1962 until 1976 when the high school moved to its current location at 600 Eagle Drive. At that time the campus was renamed DeSoto Junior High School and served grades seven and eight. When DeSoto West Junior High School opened in 1987, the campus was renamed DeSoto East Junior High School. As part of the district-wide grade realignment plan during the 2007-2008 school year, DeSoto East became a middle school serving grades six, seven, and eight.

What's Happening at East

DeSoto ISD Parents,

Wow, what a year! With the drastic shift required as a result of COVID-19, DeSoto ISD thanks you for your dedication and contribution as we have worked to provide continued learning for our students. As the 2019-2020 school year has come to a close, final grades have been posted and are available to view via Parent Portal. (If a printed report card is required, please contact a campus administrator for assistance.)

If a student received an Incomplete (or I), it indicates that the student did not complete the Culminating Performance Assessment (CPA) project for one or more of the four content areas and/or did not demonstrate proficiency of content for the term; therefore, the student does not earn credit for the term if enrolled in high school classes (including Algebra 1 in 8th grade). For students who receive an Incomplete, will need to submit the Culminating Performance Assessment by August 7^th. CPAs can be found at www.desotoisd.org/summerlearning under Extension of Anytime, Anywhere Learning.

As an extension of the Anytime, Anywhere Learning, the Curriculum Department presents self-paced summer learning activities for PK-12 that are designed to enhance background knowledge in a fun and informal way. The activities are optional and will not be submitted for grading. Please visit www.desotoisd.org/summerlearning to access extension materials.

Stay safe & have a great summer break!

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Help Us Make Anytime, Anywhere Learning Great

We understand that our families may have questions and concerns as a result of the district’s transition to remote education through Anytime, Anywhere Learning. Because we want this experience to be the best that it can possibly be for our students and families, we would like your feedback regarding your experiences to date via this brief survey.

Find out about our Library Services HERE

Click HERE for the Reading List Click HERE for Summer Activities

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate and honor the many contributions, diverse cultures, and impact citizens of the Hispanic culture have made to promote humility, bravery, and civility to our thriving nation. September 15th – October 15th

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations

Find out about our Library e-Books HERE

Upcoming Events

- Jul03
  - Holiday All Day
- Jul27
  - Board Meeting6:30PM - 8:30PM

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DeSoto Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district’s activities and programs. DeSoto Independent School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.