Cory Uselton
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Husband, father, and Superintendent of Education for DeSoto County Schools #TeamDCS
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I hosted a graduation meeting today w/ senior officers from all 8 high schools. We discussed all options & they gave great input. We’ll keep working together to plan the best graduation ceremonies possible under these conditions. I’m so proud of our seniors!
#2020Seniors
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Congratulations to DCHS alumnus Austin Riley! From a high school state championship in 2015 to a World Series title in 2021, we are all so proud of all that you have accomplished. The world has met a great baseball player and an outstanding young man!
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Pending state board approval this week, DeSoto County Schools will be an A-ranked school district. Only 9 districts in MS have achieved this honor the last 4 years in a row. Congratulations to our students, teachers, administrators, staff & parents! It is a team effort!
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Congratulations to the Horn Lake High School football team on winning the 6A Mississippi state championship!! They defeated Oak Grove tonight 31-27. It was an unbelievable game!! Go Eagles!!
#RaiseTheBar
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In 2018, Nakobe Dean helped Horn Lake HS win a football state title, and last night he helped the Univ. of Georgia win a national title. Nakobe is an outstanding young man on & off the field and a great representative for HLHS & DeSoto County Schools. Congratulations
@NakobeDean
!
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I want to thank all of our employees for all of the hard work this week. From serving lunches to online teacher collaboration to big plans for the upcoming weeks, our employees are an inspiration. We will all keep working together for our students!This is truly a
#TeamDCS
effort!
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We are thankful to Governor
@PhilBryantMS
for declaring a state of emergency for school districts regarding this week’s winter weather.
I have declared a State of Emergency for school districts affected by this week's winter weather. The State Board of Education retains authority to decide if schools will make up any days missed.
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Congratulations to DeSoto County Schools alumni Kamren James, Brayland Skinner, and Cade Smith! They all got to play in the College World Series, and they are national champions! Way to represent DeSoto County!
#TeamDCS
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I am very excited to announce my candidacy for Superintendent of Education for DeSoto County Schools.
#TeamU
http://t.co/713APZ3U8v
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We lost a great leader and friend today. Mr. Orr’s own words remind us of his legacy and the impact that we all hope to make as educators.
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So proud of the great wins last night by our
#TeamDCS
football teams. The Tigers played really well and got a big win over New Albany. Jackson got his first varsity field goal attempt and made a 34-yarder. Proud dad!
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Happy 17th Anniversary to my wonderful wife Amanda! She is so amazing, and I couldn’t imagine doing life without her. I love you Amanda!
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DeSoto County Schools has received an “A” ranking for the 2017-2018 school year. We have such an incredible group of students, teachers, administrators, and staff! Great job everyone!!
#RaiseTheBar
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After two hours of sleep following the
@EaglesHLHS
state championship victory in Hattiesburg, our family is ready to run for St. Jude! Go Eagles! Go St. Jude!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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It was a fun night in Jackson as 2 of our DeSoto County teams won basketball state championships! Congratulations to the Olive Branch girls team & the Center Hill boys team. I’m so proud of all 3 of our teams that played tonight. Great job of representing DeSoto County!
#TeamDCS
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DeSoto County Schools will have 4 basketball teams at the Big House in Jackson! The Hernando and Olive Branch girls’ teams and the Center Hill and Olive Branch boys’ teams all play in the state tournament next week. Good luck to all of our teams!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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It was great seeing the DeSoto Central logo and Shan Whiteside’s name on ESPN SportsCenter’s Top 10 Plays this morning!
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Will worked all week on an idea for his sign, and he showed up on the set at 5:00 a.m. because
@CollegeGameDay
is coming to his city!!!
#ThankYaVeryMuch
#GameDaySigns
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Teachers & Staff: You’ve done a great job this school year! It’s time for you to
#RaiseTheBar
on summer fun and relaxation. Enjoy!
#TeamDCS
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This is Teacher Appreciation Week. We are so thankful for our amazing teachers and teacher assistants. They truly go the extra mile for our students. I hope that everyone has a great week!
#RaiseTheBar
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I’ve had the honor of being the Superintendent of Education for 60 graduations, and every one has been special. But today’s ceremony is my first one as a dad. ❤️
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Just a few years ago, our students had their own memories of 9/11. That is no longer the case. From now on, students will learn from the educators who will never forget. God Bless America!
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This is Teacher Appreciation Week. Even though we celebrate this event every year, it means even more this school year. I want to thank all of our teachers and teacher assistants for always going above and beyond to ensure that our students are successful. THANK YOU!!
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Teachers, administrators, and staff: I hope that you have a wonderful 4-day weekend! I appreciate all of your hard work over these last four weeks!
#RaiseTheBar
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DeSoto County Schools appeared on NBC Nightly News as WWII veteran KT Robbins received his honorary diploma. Thank you Mr. Robbins!
#TeamDCS
With a brand new high school diploma, this 96-year-old WWII vet proves it's never too late to achieve your goals.
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Congratulations to the Center Hill High School volleyball team on winning the 5A volleyball state championship! Great job Mustangs!!!
#RespectTheHill
#RaiseTheBar
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I want to thank everyone who supported me throughout my campaign for Superintendent of Education. I'm very excited about this opportunity!
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Congratulations to the Lewisburg High School boys soccer team on winning the 5A MHSAA state Championship!! They defeated Long Beach today 2-1. This is the first soccer state championship for DeSoto County Schools. Go Patriots!
#RaiseTheBar
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DeSoto County Schools has received an "A" rating by the MS Dept. of Education. Great job by our teachers, students, administrators & staff!!
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We’re getting ready to support the University of Memphis in the Cotton Bowl. Go Tigers Go!!
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It was a surreal evening listening to the ESPN announcers talk about the debut of
@austinriley1308
. There were cheers all over DeSoto County tonight!
#ProudPrincipal
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Tuesday’s Election Day is so important for public schools across the state of Mississippi. Educators and public education supporters can change the course of history!
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On behalf of our DeSoto County Schools teachers, staff & administrators, we want to honor those heroes who gave their lives for our country.
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The MDE has announced that DeSoto County Schools is an “A” school district! Even though there have been many obstacles the last two years, our students, teachers, administrators, staff & parents worked together to overcome the challenges. Great job everyone!
#RaiseTheBar
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Action News 5 is reporting that I have qualified for the August 25th runoff.I want to thank all of my supporters for their hard work!
#TeamU
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Patriotism was definitely in the air tonight at Lewisburg High. Congratulations on the win over Byhalia!
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Done! Amanda ran the 10K, and the boys & I ran the 5K. It was the first-ever race for me, Jackson & Will. We were inspired by a great charity and by all of Amanda’s training and fundraising for St. Jude. Congratulations to all of our
#TeamDCS
friends who ran today!
#RaiseTheBar
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Congratulations to Hernando High School on winning the 2019 6A marching band state championship! DeSoto County Schools finished with the top 3 6A bands in the state, and 5 of the top 8! Great job!!
#RaiseTheBar
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The first 10% of the school year is in the books. I’m so proud of our students, faculty, and staff! A great start to the school year!!
#RaiseTheBar
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I want to thank our DeSoto County Schools staff for your hard work today! From modified class schedules to adjusted bus routes to alternate lunch schedules, our teachers, administrators, and staff did an outstanding job. It was a total team effort to keep everyone safe!
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A big day! DCHS softball wins the 6A state championship, and both DCHS and LHS baseball win North Half Championships!
#RaiseTheBar
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Congratulations to Center Hill High School on winning the 2020 5A boys soccer state championship!!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
#RTH
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I want to thank our employees for all of your hard work this school year. You overcame so many challenges & worked together to help our students be successful. And I want to thank our students and parents for your patience & cooperation. I hope that everyone has a great summer!
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Olive Branch native and DCHS alumnus Ricky Stenhouse Jr. won at Talladega today for his first NASCAR Cup Series victory!
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I have enjoyed serving as the President of the Mississippi Association of School Administrators this past year. We are excited today to begin the term of Dr. Eddie Peasant of
@StarkvilleSD
as President. He will be an outstanding leader at the statewide level!
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We had an amazing first week at DeSoto County Schools! I want to thank our students, teachers, administrators, and staff for all of your hard work, and I hope that everyone has a great weekend!
#RaiseTheBar
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This is Teacher Appreciation Week. We are thankful for our awesome teachers & teacher assistants, and we hope that everyone will take advantage of this opportunity to thank them this week. They work so hard & do so much for our students every day. THANK YOU!!
#RaiseTheBar
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When you receive a picture of yourself taking a picture....
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I hosted our first spring Teacher Advisory Council meeting today! It was great to be able to visit with our teachers & they shared lots of great ideas with the group. I’m meeting with intermediate, middle & high school teachers later in the week. Keep up the great work
#TeamDCS
!
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Teachers and Staff: You’ve done an amazing job as always this school year! I hope that you are able to
#RaiseTheBar
on summer fun and relaxation. Enjoy your summer...you deserve every minute of it!
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Thank you to all of our
#TeamDCS
assistant principals! The assistant principal position is a vital part of the success of a school, and we are so fortunate to have an amazing group of assistant principals. Keep up the great work, and have a wonderful week!
#RaiseTheBar
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I was officially sworn in today as Superintendent of Education. I appreciate your support!!
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A big day for our DeSoto County Schools volleyball programs. DeSoto Central High School won the 6A state title, and Lake Cormorant High School won the 5A state title. Go Jaguars and Go Gators...bringing home the gold!
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Congratulations to the Hernando High School softball team on winning the 6A MHSAA state championship! Go Tigers!!
#TeamDCS
Hernando takes the 2021 MHSAA 6A title with a 4-0 win over Oak Grove!
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Welcome back teachers!! I hope that everyone had a wonderful summer, and I cannot wait to see all that our students and teachers accomplish this year. It’s time to
#RaiseTheBar
.... again! Have a great 1st day!
#TeamDCS
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Please continue to pray for the family of Magan Brower and for our three students that were involved in today's auto accident.
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DeSoto County Schools has five high schools in the top 10: Lewisburg, DeSoto Central, Hernando, Center Hill, and Olive Branch.
#TeamDCS
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Piper is working on her soccer skills on this beautiful Saturday morning. I hope that everyone has a great weekend!
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As we make final preparations for the first day of school, my hope is that everyone has a wonderful experience. We have such an amazing group of students, teachers, administrators, and staff, and I can’t wait to see what everyone accomplishes this year!
#RaiseTheBar
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The Useltons are enjoying the 5A band state championships! Great performances by Center Hill & Lewisburg!!
#TeamDCS
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Thank you to LHS student Morgan Tibbens for leading the Pledge of Allegiance at New Teacher Orientation!
#TeamDCS
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Amanda and I are getting ready for the Lewisburg High 5K Glow Run. Going to
#RaiseTheBar
for fitness and help raise money for our students at the same time.
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A great morning at the MHSAA Football State Championship Press Conference in Jackson! It was great to see Coach Boyette and the
@EaglesHLHS
football team being recognized for their accomplishments! Go Eagles!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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Today was the last time for Jackson to compete as a high school football player. He was selected to play in the Mississippi All-Star Game, and he was 1/1 on field goals, 1/1 on extra points, and he had a touchback on his only deep kickoff attempt. It was a fun experience!
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It sure does make the ride home from Jackson sweeter when you get one of these from the state champions! Congratulations to the Lewisburg High School baseball team! Go Patriots!
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My last DCHS Alma Mater as principal. I feel like one of the seniors....
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Amanda and I ran in the Water Tower 10K in Hernando this morning. A great fundraiser for early literacy, and my first-ever 10K!
#TeamDCS
#RaiseTheBar
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After Amanda toured two college football stadiums with us in the last four days, the boys and I made sure that she got to spend time at her favorite spot in Waco.
#MagnoliaMarketSilos
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Amanda decorated the
#TeamDCS
Christmas Tree representing all 8 school zones at Central Services. And notice the ribbon that she’s holding. It’s safe to say that “Let it snow” is not something you’ll be hearing me say any time soon. I hope that everyone has a great Thanksgiving!
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We’re having a fun night in Jackson at the 6A state championship marching band competition. Lots of talent on display from our DeSoto County Schools! We are so proud!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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Amanda and I have been watching Jackson play soccer for the last 15 years. We have taken Jackson to soccer tournaments in several states, and today we watched him play the last soccer game of his career. It was a fun ride watching
#20
and his teammates!
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I am so proud of our baseball players. They are an awesome group of young men. It's a great day to be a Jaguar!!
http://t.co/3wpcVnlhp1
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Big Championship Saturday for DeSoto County Schools! State competitions today for our swim teams, CHHS & LHS volleyball teams, and 6A bands! Good luck everyone!
#RaiseTheBar
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Congratulations to the Lake Cormorant High School Class of 2019! And best wishes to retiring LCHS principal Rhonda Guice. She is leaving a legacy of excellence, and she will definitely be missed! Go Gators!!
#RaiseTheBar
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U.S. News & World Report has released its annual high school rankings. I’m very proud of all of our
#TeamDCS
high school students, teachers,staff & principals. The top 2 high schools in Mississippi are in DeSoto County,4 of the top 6,and 5 of the top 16.
The new, revamped 2019
#BestHighSchools
rankings are the most comprehensive look at America's public high schools ever produced by U.S. News.
See the 2019
#BestHighSchools
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Two DeSoto County Schools alumni are starting in the national championship game!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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Congratulations to the DeSoto Central High School baseball team on winning another 6A state championship! It’s a great day to be a Jaguar!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
Class 6A State Championship Game 2
Final: DeSoto Central 5, St. Martin 0
Jags sweep series and are back to back Class 6A state champs.. Third state title overall..
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My 6-yr-old son doesn't pretend that he's a certain pro or college player; instead he uses the names of DeSoto Central athletes
#RoleModels
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When your amazing wife serves as a volunteer at your son’s school, this is what you see in your living room before the school day starts. Our family takes this 24/7 job seriously!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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This is Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you to our awesome teachers and teacher assistants!! Have a great week!!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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DeSoto Central alumnus Braden Thornberry won the NCAA National Championship in men's golf as an individual!
#TeamDCS
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Graduation season in DeSoto County begins one month from today! All graduations will be held in-person at the Landers Center, and parents will receive final details the first week of May. Congratulations to the Class of 2021!
#RaiseTheBar
#TeamDCS
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Congratulations to the Hernando Middle School faculty, staff, administrators, and students for winning a DeSoto County Schools “Raise The Bar” award! They increased in 5 of the 7 proficiency and growth measures from 2017 to 2018. Great job!!
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Mr. & Mrs. Uselton are representing Mississippi at the Principal of the Year Awards Ceremony in Washington D.C.
http://t.co/SKoSTapZS3
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I want to thank the DeSoto Central community for supporting the Useltons over the last 6 years. It was a great ride!
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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott wished one of our DCS students a Happy Birthday today! Great job
@dak
!!
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Congratulations to the Lewisburg High School marching band on winning the 5A state championship, and congratulations to our
#TeamDCS
swimmers that won state titles! It was a great day for DeSoto County Schools!
#RaiseTheBar
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Our Teacher Advisory Council met in January to design the upcoming school calendar for DeSoto County Schools. The 2020-2021 school calendar for DeSoto County Schools was approved at today’s school board meeting.
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Check out this video! President Bush & DCHS alum Braden Thornberry talk about a putt. Then President Bush calls him "Olive Branch". Awesome!
The USA
#WalkerCup
Team practiced at Los Angeles Country Club Thursday afternoon, and former President George W. Bush joined the action.
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And for the first time in the history of college football... a College GameDay sign about Memphis. Go Tigers!!!
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