Officer Richard Pittmon Scholarship
The Officer Richard S. Pittmon Memorial Scholarship was begun as means to commemorate the life of a dedicated DeSoto Police Officer and DeSoto ISD School Resource Officer, who lost his battle with cancer June 16, 2004. This $1,000 scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance to a graduating DeSoto High School senior planning on entering a service oriented career. It is awarded based on academic performance and financial need.