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Power DOL 3 is complete · Review results with your scholar · Family lunches Nov. 11 & 16
A message from your principal
Know the results.
Own the next step.
Dear West Families,
Power DOL 3 has taken place. This assessment gives scholars, teachers, and families an important look at current learning and the next skills each scholar needs to strengthen.
Please speak with your scholar about the results. Ask: What did you master? Where do you need to grow? What is your current band? What will you do before the next Power DOL? Scholars should be able to explain where they are, where they are going, and the steps they will take to reach their goals.
Teachers will use these results to plan reteaching, small-group instruction, tutoring, and enrichment. Family conversations about the data help scholars take ownership of their learning and understand that every assessment is an opportunity to grow.
We are also excited to welcome our veterans and families for our upcoming lunch events. Please review the dates, registration links, meal-purchase reminders, and lunch times in the This Week at West section below.
At West, Growth Matters! Together, we will continue to Conduct the Energy and Own the Results.
Dr. Brittany Strickland
Principal, DeSoto West Middle School
New every week
▶ Weekly family updateTwo Minutes
with Strick
Quick updates. Big impact. Each week, Principal Strickland shares two focused minutes of news, reminders, celebrations, and what West families need to know.
Watch this week’s update ↗Check back weekly for the newest Two Minutes with Strick.Every day matters
This week’s
attendance.
Campus attendance this week94.4%
Campus goal: 95%
We are only 0.6 percentage points from our 95% goal. Help us close the gap by making sure scholars arrive on time, ready to learn, and remain present for every class.
The Westside Black Belt Challenge
Growth
Matters!
Every PowerDOL is a chance to show growth. Scholars move through the challenge by improving, meeting goals, and demonstrating mastery.
Wear both bands every day.Reading band: right arm · Math band: left armBands are a key to campus activities and count as a weekly grade.
Show Growth
Earn yellow by showing 20-point growth.
Meet Your Goal
Score 80% or higher on two PowerDOLs.
Master Your Goal
Score 80% or higher on three PowerDOLs.
Weekly support4:45–5:45PM
After-school tutoring is available Monday through Thursday. Families should arrange transportation in advance and make sure scholars know which day and teacher they are attending.
Academic support
Weekly tutoring schedule.
Monday
- Ms. Ware8th Grade RLA
- Ms. Simpson8th Grade Science
Tuesday
- Mr. Cook6th Grade RLA
- Coach Johnson8th Grade Math
- Ms. Richard6th Grade Math
- Ms. Simpson8th Grade Science
- Ms. Porter8th Grade RLA & English I
- Ms. Pleasant6th & 7th Grade Math
Wednesday
- 8th Grade Social StudiesSocial Studies tutoring
- Ms. Porter8th Grade RLA & English I
Thursday
- Mr. Cook7th Grade RLA
- Ms. Pleasant7th Grade Honors Math
Upcoming family events
Share a meal
with our scholars.
DeSoto West families, join us for our Veterans Day Lunch and Thanksgiving Lunch with Families.
Veterans Day Lunch
We look forward to welcoming our veterans to share a meal with our scholars. Please complete the Veterans Day form before attending.
Complete the Veterans Day form ↗November16
Thanksgiving Lunch with Families
Guest meals must be purchased in advance. Meals will not be available for purchase on the day of the event, and purchases are for guests only—not students.
Purchase a guest meal through RevTrak ↗Lunch times for both events
8th Grade12:00–12:30 PM
6th & 7th Grades12:45–1:15 PM
West in action
Fall festival &
academic success.
Celebrate our scholars’ hard work and take a look back at the fall festival fun across campus.
2026 campus accountability
West is on
the rise!
DeSoto West grew 14 points in one accountability year. Scholars showed up, teachers never quit, families partnered, and our community believed.
Next stopB Rating
Progress. Focus. Results.
Principal information
Meet your campus
leadership team.
Our leadership team is here to support scholars, families, and the entire West community. Use the listed email addresses to connect with campus administrators.
Campus Principal
Dr. Brittany Strickland
brittany.strickland@desotoisd.org ↗
Assistant Principal
Ms. Demaki Jones
demaki.jones@desotoisd.org ↗
Campus Counselor
Ms. Channon Payton
channon.payton@desotoisd.org ↗
Administrative Assistant
Dashya McCuin
dashya.mccuin@desotoisd.org ↗
Campus Nurse
Nurse Nykima DeLoach-Basey
nykima.deloachbasey@desotoisd.org ↗Transportation station
Find your scholar’s West route.
Search the updated West Middle School routes by route number, street, or intersection. Route information was updated August 13, 2026 and may change.
West Middle School
Route 08
- 1Hunters Creek Dr & Prairie Creek Dr
- 2Clear Springs Dr & Echobrook Pl
- 3Hunters Creek Dr & The Meadows Pkwy
- 4Lakeside Dr & Miramar Ave
- 5Oak Meadow Ln & The Meadows Pkwy
- 6Ranch Valley Dr & The Meadows Pkwy
- 7Walnut Hill Ln & Cypress Ln
- 8Sandalwood Ln & Hemlock Dr
- 91020 Pecan Crossing Dr
- 10825 E Pleasant Run Rd
- 11DeSoto West MS
Register first
Eligible scholars must be registered with Durham School Services.
Register for transportation ↗Arrive early
Be at the district-designated stop at least 10 minutes before the posted time.
Track the ride
Use My Ride K-12 for route assignments, stops, GPS tracking, and alerts.
My Ride K-12 details ↗GPS tracking link
Getting started is easy.
Ready to connect to your scholar’s transportation information? Follow these simple steps:
Open My Ride K-12 GPS Tracking ↗- 1
Download the My Ride K-12 App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
- 2
Select Register.
- 3
Enter the District Code: HA-36894840
Bus School Code: WMS - 4
Follow the prompts to create your account.
- 5
Add your scholar using their student information.
Transportation contact
Need help with bus service?
Contact the transportation general manager for assistance.
Arrival & dismissal
Know where to go.
Bus riders enter at the top stairs. Car riders use the gym-side arrival area, where the SRO will direct traffic. Please follow staff directions and keep lanes moving.
Car rider flowBus rider flow
2026-2027 family guide
Student Code
of Conduct.
The DeSoto ISD Student Code of Conduct explains scholar responsibilities, behavioral expectations, disciplinary procedures, personal communication device rules, and family rights. Please review it with your scholar.
View the full Code of Conduct ↗West campus requirement
CLEAR
BACKPACKS
ONLY
Scholars must bring a clear backpack to campus.
Know the expectations before Day One.
- Scholar responsibilities
- Campus behavior expectations
- Personal device requirements
- Discipline procedures and supports
Ready for day one
West family expectations.
Clear expectations protect learning time and help every scholar arrive ready to succeed.
Texas HB 1481
School day = device-free.
Texas law requires public schools to prohibit student use of personal communication devices on school property during the school day. At West, personal devices must be turned off and properly stored.
- Cell phones
- Smartwatches and smart glasses
- Earbuds and headphones
- Tablets and gaming devices are prohibited from campus
District-issued instructional devices are not included. Documented IEP/504, medical, health, and safety exceptions apply.
Read DeSoto ISD’s device protocol ↗DeSoto ISD standards
Dress ready to learn.
Open the full-size dress code flyer ↗Tops
Solid green, gold, black, white, or gray collared polo/button-up; chest logo 1 inch or smaller.
Bottoms
Solid black, khaki, gray, navy, or olive pants, shorts, capris, skirts, or jumpers. Length and fit rules apply.
Shoes
Closed-toe and closed-heel shoes must be worn.
Outerwear
Any color, appropriately sized; a compliant collared shirt must be worn underneath. Hoods stay off indoors.
Spirit Fridays: dark blue or black hemmed jeans may be worn with a DeSoto ISD spirit shirt or approved collared shirt. Campus administration makes final compliance decisions.
View the full district dress standards ↗Daily rhythm
Bell schedule.
Breakfast is served in classrooms during SEL Advisory. Scholars move with four-minute passing periods, and the school day ends at 4:20 PM.
SEL Advisory + Breakfast + WIN50 min
1st Period55 min
2nd Period • ADA55 min
3rd Period55 min
4th Period + Lunch55 min
5th Period55 min
6th Period55 min
7th Period55 min
Lunch schedule
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Receive campus announcements, classroom updates, important reminders, and information about your scholar—all in one convenient place.
Parents: Click Here to Join ClassDojo ↗One stop. Every resource.