The school district announced backpacks will not be allowed for students in grades six through 12 in an effort to “reduce any potential distractions and...
The main entrance with signage outside of DeSoto High School, on Friday, March 11, 2022 in DeSoto.Starting Monday, DeSoto Independent School District is asking its middle and high school students to refrain from bringing backpacks for the remainder of the school year.
The school district announced backpacks will not be allowed for students in grades six through 12 in an effort to “reduce any potential distractions and concerns.” “The measure is being taken out of an abundance of caution and to reduce safety concerns,” DeSoto ISD said in a written statement.
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