Schools and education

Library wins award for access to government information
October 18, 2010
The U.S. Government Printing Office named the Johnson County Library its Federal Depository Library of the Year during a ceremony today in Washington, D.C.
District starts fund for students in need
By Ashlee Kieler
August 18, 2010
Ron Wimmer will leave a lasting legacy at De Soto USD 232, whether he intends to or not.
Friends gather to remember teen killed in tragic accident
By Caroline Boyer
August 11, 2010
Hannah Deaver was the type of girl who attracted people with her ability to light up a room.
Creativity flows at USD 232 Camp Invention
Second year of science-focused camp doubles enrollment
By Ashlee Kieler
July 21, 2010
From a mysterious scientist to medieval games, first- through sixth-graders last week enjoyed hands-on science, math, art and history activities at De Soto USD 232’s Camp Invention.
Phillip Hamilton’s graduation speech
May 26, 2010
Good Morning. My name is Phillip Hamilton, and I am the 12th Grade English teacher at De Soto…
USD 232 Board of Education agenda for May 24
May 24, 2010
The De Soto USD 232 Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. May 24 at the District Administrative Building, 35200 W. 91st Street, De Soto.
Schmidt steps down from district
By Estuardo Garcia
May 21, 2010
During an special meeting Friday morning, the De Soto USD 232 Board of Education has unanimously accepted the resignation of Mark Schmidt, the district’s director of human resources.
Principal’s days at Mill Valley to end soon
By Ashlee Kieler
May 19, 2010
With the end of the school year quickly approaching, packed boxes are piling up in the corner of Joe Novak’s office in Mill Valley High School.
USD 232 calls special meeting
By Staff Report
May 17, 2010
The De Soto USD 232 Board of Education called a special meeting for Wednesday morning.
Ponytails rounded up for charity
By Ashlee Kieler
May 12, 2010
Nine volunteers, two moms and seven girls showed their courage and character as they shed their ponytails for Locks of Love and Pantene’s Beautiful Lengths at the Horizon Elementary all-school assembly.
USD 232 to implement activity fees
By Staff Report
May 11, 2010
Middle and high school students in De Soto USD 232 will have to pay to play next year after the Board of Education approved the implementation of an Activity Participation Fee during the regular meeting Monday night.
Enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year now available
May 10, 2010
De Soto USD 232 officials have some important information to share with district parents: Online enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year is now open.
USD 232 Board of Education meeting agenda for May 10
May 10, 2010
The De Soto USD 232 Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. May 10 at the District Administrative Building, 35200 W. 91st Street, De Soto.
USD 232 announces superintendent choice
By Ashlee Kieler
May 5, 2010
A former De Soto USD 232 administrator is the Board of Education’s pick to be the district’s next superintendent.