- De Soto High School
- Student Services at DHS
Welcome to Student Services at DHS
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Thank you for accessing the DHS Student Services page. We want you to know that our team is here to support you and your student.
If you need to speak with your counselor or one of our staff members, please make an appointment using our contact form.
Your Student Services Team
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Mrs. Crissy Johns
Counselor - Last name A-G
Mrs. Johns received her Bachelor's Degree from Pittsburg State University and her Master's in School Counseling from Emporia State University.
Phone: 913.667.6250
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Ms. Abbey Heller
Counselor - Last Games H-N
Ms. Heller is joining DHS for 2022-23 school year.
Ms. Heller received her Bachelor's Degree from Kansas State University and her Master's Degree from Fort Hays State University.
Phone: 913.667.6250
Email: aheller@usd232.org -
Mrs. Kaitlin Britt
Counselor - Last name O-Z
Mrs. Britt earned her Bachelor's degree from Kansas State University and her Master's degree from Emporia State University in School Counseling.
Phone: 913.667.6250
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Mrs. Christy Miller
Registrar
Christy is able to assist you as the registrar for DHS. Please contact her for anything relating to student enrollment, transcript requests, and employment verification.
Phone: 913.667.6250
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Mr. Joe Kordalski
School Social Worker
Mr. Joe has been with the De Soto School district since 2007. Prior to that he worked with in the nonprofit sector of Social Welfare for 7 years. As the School Social Worker he provides support and direct services to a wide range of students at De Soto High School and The Bridge (18-21 Program). He believes that students need a supportive and inclusive school environment to succeed academically and socially. Mr. Joe welcomes all calls from parents and inquiries from student in discovering what he can do to support the student’s or family’s needs, goals and ambitions.
Mr. Joe serves in the following roles:
- McKinney – Vento Liaison for the district - In this role, he works to identify and assists families experiencing housing transitions and homelessness. I also work with the following building level and district supports;
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Team Member - The TBI team supports students and families across all grade levels who have experienced a TBI
- catPRIDE Sponsor - catPRIDE supports activities that encourage positive decision making and the avoidance of destructive decisions.
- HERO Club Sponsor – (Helping Educate Regarding Orientation) HERO Club supports creating an inclusive and welcoming school culture from an LGBTQ+ perspective
Mr. Joe received his Bachelors of Social Work from Kansas State University and his Master of Social Work from the University of Kansas.
Phone: 913.667.6250
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Ms. Tawnya Bettis
School Social Worker
This is Ms. Tawnya’s first year with De Soto School District. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and families in mental health, non-profit, and school settings. Ms. Tawnya is passionate about providing supportive and affirming services to students so they can learn and grow. Please reach out with questions regarding how she can support student and family needs.Ms. Tawnya received both her bachelor's degree and master's degree in Social Work from the University Of Kansas.Phone: 913-667-6250
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Mrs. Autumn Burks
School Psychologist
Phone: 913.667.6250
Email: ABurks@usd232.org

Transcript Requests
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All transcript requests can be made by contacting Christy Miller, DHS registrar. Please email Christy or call 913-667-6250.