De Soto Area School District
Home of the Pirates!
The district will release early today due to projected weather. Elementary schools dismiss at 1:30 PM and middle/high school at 2:00 PM. All after-school activities and Surround Care are canceled.
Each week, we're featuring a staff member to help you get to know the amazing people who make De Soto School District such a special place.
This week, Chad Johnson, Middle School Social Studies and High School Wrestling Coach
🏴☠️ He has been here in the district coaching for 9 years and this is his second year teaching.
🏴☠️ He is originally from Retreat and graduated from De Soto.
🏴☠️ He lives in Retreat with his wife, Erica, and four kids: Mia, Easton, Leighton, and Clint.
🏴☠️ His hobbies include farming alongside his family, tractor pulling, snowmobiling, coaching wrestling, and spending quality time with his family.
🏴☠️ A fun fact about Chad, he wrestled at Augsburg University, where he was a four-time All-American and a two-time national champion.
🏴☠️When asked what excites him most about De Soto Chad says, " De Soto is where I went to school, so it means a lot to give back to the place that invested in me. It’s a supportive community where everyone cheers each other on and wants to see one another succeed. ”
This week, Chad Johnson, Middle School Social Studies and High School Wrestling Coach
🏴☠️ He has been here in the district coaching for 9 years and this is his second year teaching.
🏴☠️ He is originally from Retreat and graduated from De Soto.
🏴☠️ He lives in Retreat with his wife, Erica, and four kids: Mia, Easton, Leighton, and Clint.
🏴☠️ His hobbies include farming alongside his family, tractor pulling, snowmobiling, coaching wrestling, and spending quality time with his family.
🏴☠️ A fun fact about Chad, he wrestled at Augsburg University, where he was a four-time All-American and a two-time national champion.
🏴☠️When asked what excites him most about De Soto Chad says, " De Soto is where I went to school, so it means a lot to give back to the place that invested in me. It’s a supportive community where everyone cheers each other on and wants to see one another succeed. ”
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☀️ Summer School Information ☀️
Summer school information for students in 4K–12th grade was sent home with elementary students today.
Families can find program details and registration information at the elementary school links below. Each link also includes information for middle and high school students.
We look forward to a great summer of learning! 📚✏️
Prairie View:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k8hcWBFW-TfYNPCnK8aE7kkeJOxKRA6S/view?usp=drive_link
Stoddard:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10_GiOsmKXzaYwTPtxWO7abJGT9vYqfJg/view?usp=drive_link
Summer school information for students in 4K–12th grade was sent home with elementary students today.
Families can find program details and registration information at the elementary school links below. Each link also includes information for middle and high school students.
We look forward to a great summer of learning! 📚✏️
Prairie View:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k8hcWBFW-TfYNPCnK8aE7kkeJOxKRA6S/view?usp=drive_link
Stoddard:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10_GiOsmKXzaYwTPtxWO7abJGT9vYqfJg/view?usp=drive_link
☀️ Summer School Information ☀️
Summer school information for students in 4K–12th grade was sent home with elementary students today.
Families can find program details and registration information at the elementary school links below. Each link also includes information for middle and high school students.
We look forward to a great summer of learning! 📚✏️
Prairie View:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uMUR9wEEn0TmF-zOF7epeG62XXXuUBCtQIyWwsTxGks/edit?usp=sharing
Stoddard:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tV1-0OdPy3IeS6eO9h9MxnmC5P3c3nr8XgAl1732K-w/edit?usp=sharing
Athletes of the week!
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Myth Buster Monday
🌎 Try something new this April! Our Spanish 101 & Peruvian Culture class is coming up - a relaxed, beginner-friendly introduction to Spanish along with stories, traditions, and insights into Peruvian culture.
No experience needed . Just come ready to learn something new!
📅 Thursday, April 22
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 De Soto High School
Pre-registration required and closes soon:
https://form.jotform.com/260284232280046
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No experience needed . Just come ready to learn something new!
📅 Thursday, April 22
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 De Soto High School
Pre-registration required and closes soon:
https://form.jotform.com/260284232280046
#GoPirates
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Each week, we're featuring a staff member to help you get to know the amazing people who make De Soto school district such a special place.
This week, Tamera Zink, 4K Para at Stoddard
🏴☠️ She has been here in the district for 13 years.
🏴☠️ She is originally from Viroqua, WI.
🏴☠️ She lives in Stoddard with her husband, Josh, who graduated from De Soto. They have three children: Anastasia, a 2024 De Soto graduate who will be graduating in April with her OTA degree from Western; Lillian, a 2025 De Soto graduate who is completing her first year in the Vet Tech program; and Oscar, who is currently a junior at De Soto. They have two dogs who keep us busy and add a lot of excitement to their home.
🏴☠️ Her hobbies include watching her son play sports, reading, gardening, line dancing, traveling, and taking pictures. Most of all, she enjoys spending time with her family. She also serve as Secretary of the Booster Club and Concessions Coordinator.
🏴☠️ A fun fact about Tamera, as a baby, She was held by President Carter, and a photo of the moment was featured in newspapers across the country.
🏴☠️When asked what excites her most about De Soto Tamera says, " What excites me most about being at De Soto is the small-school environment, which allows for strong relationships with students, staff, and families. The staff are some of the best around, and I truly enjoy working with such a supportive team. ”
This week, Tamera Zink, 4K Para at Stoddard
🏴☠️ She has been here in the district for 13 years.
🏴☠️ She is originally from Viroqua, WI.
🏴☠️ She lives in Stoddard with her husband, Josh, who graduated from De Soto. They have three children: Anastasia, a 2024 De Soto graduate who will be graduating in April with her OTA degree from Western; Lillian, a 2025 De Soto graduate who is completing her first year in the Vet Tech program; and Oscar, who is currently a junior at De Soto. They have two dogs who keep us busy and add a lot of excitement to their home.
🏴☠️ Her hobbies include watching her son play sports, reading, gardening, line dancing, traveling, and taking pictures. Most of all, she enjoys spending time with her family. She also serve as Secretary of the Booster Club and Concessions Coordinator.
🏴☠️ A fun fact about Tamera, as a baby, She was held by President Carter, and a photo of the moment was featured in newspapers across the country.
🏴☠️When asked what excites her most about De Soto Tamera says, " What excites me most about being at De Soto is the small-school environment, which allows for strong relationships with students, staff, and families. The staff are some of the best around, and I truly enjoy working with such a supportive team. ”
Upcoming info for prom!
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Free dental care for students May 6th and 7th
Athlete of the week!
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⚾ DeSoto Baseball Clothing Store Now Open!
Shop the store here:
https://sportsworld.chipply.com/DeSotoBaseball2026/?action=viewall
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