Meet Mrs Waller

Meet Mr Douglas

Job Openings:

Meet Mrs. Patterson

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 Today we celebrate the birth of our nation and honor the values of freedom, unity, and independence. As we enjoy time with family, fireworks, and festivities, let’s also reflect on the courage and vision that shaped the United States. From all of us at De Soto Area School's, we wish our students, families, and community a safe and joyful Independence Day! ❤️💙

Farewell to Mr.Richie!

Meet Ms. Leatherberry

Congratulations to all our team members who have accepted new roles for the upcoming school year! Join us in wishing the following staff success as they take on new challenges and continue to inspire our students every day!

Have a safe & relaxing summer break! Remember to read.

Thank you Vernon County Sheriff's Department/Officers for making such a great impact on our students! We appreciate you. ❤️

📣 Exciting News for 4K Families! 🎉 Beginning in the 2025–2026 school year, the De Soto Area School District’s 4-Year-Old Kindergarten program at both Prairie View and Stoddard Elementary will move to a 5-day-per-week schedule! This enhanced schedule gives our youngest learners more time to grow socially, emotionally, and academically through consistent, play-based learning. 🧠🎨🎶 ✅ Free for families ✅ Follows the school calendar ✅ Monthly Family Fun Days with crafts, music, and more! We’re here to support families every step of the way. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to De Soto Elementary Principal Scott Kelly at skelly@desoto.k12.wi.us.

Thank you teachers and staff.

🌟 Happy National Principal's Day! 🌟 Today, we want to take a moment to celebrate the heart and soul of our school—our amazing principal, Mr Kelly! 🏫💖 Your kindness, patience, and unwavering dedication make our school feel like a second home for both students and staff. From greeting every student with a smile to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and inspired, you truly lead with love and purpose. ❤️📚 Thank you for all the ways you help our little learners grow, not just academically, but as kind and confident individuals. Your impact is felt every day, and we are so grateful for everything you do! 🌟 Here's to you, Mr Kelly—we appreciate you today and every day! 👏🎉

Please see attached flyers regarding the 3rd annual Stuff the Bus!

A-Z End of the Year Countdown Starts April 24

Thank you Vernon County Dairy Promotion for delivering GoGurts. The students were so excited for the yummy snack today.

Today, April 1, 2025 is the De Soto Area School District Operational Referendum. Your vote is very important, please remember to vote today! Polls are open from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm. Referendum results and School Board election results will be posted on the District website as the results are received. We don't anticipate any results until after 8:30 pm. Remember to refresh your page.

Congratulations to all of today's Spelling Bee contestants! There were some very difficult words.

De Soto Schools will be closed today, Thursday, March 20th due to the weather. There will be no Surround Care.

Join us at Stoddard school this evening at 6:30 for our final referendum presentation!