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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.

Are You A Teacher?

Help us help you get what you need!