04/30/2025 - State of the District 2025

March 20, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 

DeSoto Area Chamber, DeSoto ISD Invite Community to Attend 2025 State of the District 

DeSoto, TX--The DeSoto Area Chamber (DAC) will sponsor the annual DeSoto Independent School District State of the District presentation and luncheon at 11 am on April 30, 2025, at the DeSoto Civic Center’s Bluebonnet Room located at 211 E. Pleasant Run Road in DeSoto.

The 2025 State of the District address will highlight the district’s achievements and ongoing commitment to educational excellence through a comprehensive overview of DeSoto ISD’s progress in academics, arts, and athletics aiming to demonstrate how education serves as a cornerstone for community transformation and growth.

With plans to showcase student talent through musical performances, culinary arts’ catering and food service, and a student emcee duo to guide the luncheon, attendees will also have the opportunity purchase student art onsite as it will be displayed throughout the space as part of the event decor.

The event is anchored by a keynote presentation led by DeSoto ISD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Usamah Roaders as she walks attendees through the district’s past, present and future efforts to support student achievement. Overall, the annual address is designed to articulate district progress while extending an invitation to community members to engage with the district’s vision and contribute to the narrative of educational transformation through partnership, donations and volunteerism.

For more information about the DeSoto Independent School District visit DeSotoISD.org. 

About DeSoto Independent School District 

DeSoto ISD is a public independent school district serving approximately  6,000 students and 800 employees. The district comprises 11 campuses serving students from early childhood through graduation. DeSoto ISD’s mission is to ensure students, without exception, learn and grow at their highest levels. The District’s 2021 Be The Future Strategic Plan focuses on equity, access, and excellence to provide a holistic and well-rounded educational experience to students and families in DeSoto, Glenn Heights, and Ovilla.

For more information about DeSoto ISD, visit www.desotoisd.org.