

CCMR/Counseling Newsletter
College, Career & Military Readiness - January, 2025
VISION: The vision of DeSoto ISD is to inspire curiosity and consciousness, develop character, build courage and nurture compassion.
MISSION: The mission of DeSoto ISD is to ensure students, without exception, learn and grow at their highest levels.
Upcoming Events
Education is Freedom
Master Class: FAFSA / TASFA Q&A
Students and Parents, are you wondering which financial aid application to complete? What is an FSA ID or Contributor? How to answer questions on this TXHB3 Graduation Requirement? Then join EIF, Wed, January 15 from 6-7pm. Register at:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eif-mc-fafsa-tasfa-qa-tickets-989205158257?aff=erelexpmlt
*Students must use the EIF App to get Master Class recordings, links to applications, official SAT/ACT sites, EIF Scholars information, mindfulness resources, and so much more!
Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025, 06:00 PM
Scholarship Opportunities
There are scholarships available for ALL grade levels. The CCMR department has compiled a list of scholarship opportunities that range from elementary to high school. It is never too early to start securing funds for college. View the listings below and start applying today!!
Raise.Me Scholarship Opportunities (9th - 12th grades)
Scholarships Made Simple
How it works
Five Easy Steps to Sign up
Additional Scholarship Resources
Advanced Academics Information
20 Helpful Websites to Assist Students in Preparing for the SAT and ACT Exams
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
CTE Planning Guide
Students & parents can view the CTE Student Planning Guide to select courses for the 2025-2026 school year.
Counselors' Corner
Educational Planning: Schedule Your Advisement Session
Educational planning is a critical step in ensuring each student’s success on their academic journey. To support this process, our school counselors are conducting advisement sessions with students and parents in grades 5 through 11. During these sessions, we will work together to develop and update an individualized education plan tailored for postsecondary success.
The courses identified in each student’s educational plan will be utilized for the 2025–2026 course enrollments. To assist in this process, we’ve provided the 2025–2026 Course Catalogs. Please review the appropriate document linked below to explore the wide range of course options available.
We encourage you to contact your school counselor to schedule an advisement session and review this important information. These sessions are an invaluable opportunity to align your student’s academic choices with their long-term goals. We look forward to working with you!
GEAR UP Programs in DeSoto ISD
College Driven GEAR UP Program Newsletter
Next Generation GEAR UP Program Newsletter
December Highlights - College Driven GEARUP CCMR Programming
Financial Reality Fair
Financial Reality Fair
Wind Down Wednesdays
SneakerBall 2024
Parent Resources
Nine Easy Homework Help Tips Every Parent Should Know
Parent Guides to Student Success
Parents Guide Contents (K-8 and High School)
The guides include:
- Key items children should be learning in English language arts and mathematics in each grade.
- Activities that parents can do at home to support their child's learning.
- Methods for helping parents build stronger relationships with their child's teacher.
Tips for planning for college and career (high school only).
https://www.pta.org/home/family-resources/Parents-Guides-to-Student-Success