The Power of Match
The Education Foundation has several annual initiatives that invite donors to support K-12 teachers and students in DeSoto County Schools. With a dollar-for-dollar matching program, donations are effectively doubled, magnifying their impact on educational success.
$47,243
Awarded to local teachers in the form of Classroom Mini-grants
$59,100
Given in local scholarships at no cost to students or donors
$626,155
Hurricane Ian assistance funds distributed back into our schools
$135,802
Donated locally to build resiliency through the community
Educator Mini Grants
We provide mini grants for educators between $500 - $3000 for STEM, literacy, and improving teacher quality.
Student Scholarships
Our foundation is honored to assist donors with local scholarships for graduating seniors.
Teacher Recognition
Each year we recognize exemplary educators from all school sites through the teacher-of-the-year program.
Teacher to Be
Scholarship for a DCSB employee to further their education with the agreement to teach in DeSoto.
Student Enrichment
Provide various funds for student experiences: PBIS incentives, field trips, Family STEM Nights, Etc.
Peer to Peer Learning
Funding for student experiences: PBIS incentives, field trips, Family STEM Night.