NEXT GENERATION GEAR UP

NXT Gen GEAR UP is a one-stop resource designed to help Class of 2025 students and parents plan for post-secondary success. Students will have access to TSI/SAT/ACT resources, college requirements, financial aid, armed forces, scholarships, career exploration, ASVAB testing, and so much more. We are here to help guide and motivate our students to succeed in life and encourage them to reach their highest potential.

Each month NXT Gen GEAR UP will have a theme to foreshadow College/Career/Military Readiness (CCMR) for our Class of 2025 cohort.

DeSoto ISD played a major role in the success of the Annual CMBC College/Career Fair. DeSoto High School was well represented by NXT Gen and the Class of 2025.

A group of students interested in majoring in engineering had the opportunity to take a campus tour of Southern Methodist University and the Lyle School of Engineering.

Class of 2025 Student Council Officers visited The W hotel in Downtown Dallas to scope out the scene for the 2025 DHS Senior Prom

Financial Aid season is in full effect and Award Letters are coming in so to prepare for this important time.

Tuesday February 4th at 6:30pm all Class of 2025 Parents are invited to join me for a Virtual Workshop:

The Desoto Public Library is reaching out to area teens in the community to volunteer for the upcoming Best Southwest Everything Teen Expo 2025.

The Expo will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Desoto Town Center. All selected volunteers, regardless of age, must pass a background check.

Volunteers receive COMMUNITY SERVICE hours, lunch, a t-shirt, and much more.

For more information contact Marq Runnels at mrunnels@desototexas.gov or 972.230.9663.

The DEADLINE TO SIGN-UP is March 8th

**Teens must be available to volunteer April 19th, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and attend a mandatory orientation - no exceptions**

Teen Girls - Let's Talk!

Teen girls ages 13 – 18, are invited to join Cheryl Washington for weekly discussions on how to cope with life’s challenges. Teens are encouraged to introduce topics that interest them.

*No registration required*

*Teens earn community service hours for participating*

For more info contact Marq Runnels at 972.230.9663.

This QR code will provide the following resources for PARENTS:

Dallas County Promise; Virtual College Tours; FSA ID Creation; FAFSA Application; Apply Texas, The Common App, Scholarship List, and more.

This QR code will provide the following resources for STUDENTS:

Dallas County Promise; Virtual College Tours; FSA ID Creation; FAFSA Application; Apply Texas, The Common App, Scholarship List, and more.