Reminder: No school this Monday, January 19th, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
We hope you have a wonderful long weekend!
Registration for next semester is happening this week, and new classes begin next week! A fresh semester and new opportunities are just around the corner.
#DPSD #HomeLink #EndOfSemester
Staff shout-out to our amazing recess supervisors from Arcadia and DPE! Anita, Jessica, and Carly (Arcadia), along with Hannah, Misti, Kristina (TLC), Ashley, Bella, Lizzy (kitchen), Kelcy, and Wendy (DPE), show up every day, rain, snow, or shine.
They keep our kiddos safe, smiling, and cared for by listening to stories, tying their shoes, and sharing hugs and laughter. Thank you for all you do to help create a space of belonging. We appreciate you!
#DPSD #Elementary #Arcadia #RecessSupervisors
#DPE #ScienceOfReading #TeacherLearning
By asking questions, gathering evidence, and making real-world connections, these students engaged in learning that builds critical thinking and a deeper understanding of science.
#DPSD #LearningInAction #HandsOnLearning
Fourth graders at Arcadia come together twice a week in literature circles to discuss their reading and take on specific roles tied to the text. Through meaningful conversations, students build critical thinking skills and engage in collaborative learning. Experiences like these create an inclusive learning environment where every student feels a sense of belonging, voice, and connection.
#ArcadiaElementary #Belonging #CollaborativeLearning
This month, we want to publicly thank the Deer Park School District Board of Directors for their time, leadership, and commitment to our students, staff, and community.
School board service is a big responsibility—often behind the scenes—and their work helps ensure our schools are strong, stable, and well-supported. Their duties include:
✅ Hiring and evaluating the Superintendent
✅ Approving the district’s annual budget
✅ Authorizing public bids and major expenditures
✅ Making decisions on property acquisition or sale
✅ Approving collectively bargained agreements
✅ Adopting core curriculum
It’s also important to recognize how school board governance works: individual board members have authority only when acting together as a board in legally held meetings, and district business is conducted in open public meetings (with limited exceptions for property or personnel matters). In short, the board’s role isn’t to manage day-to-day operations—it’s to ensure our schools are managed well.
Thank you, Board of Directors, for your service and dedication to Deer Park schools! 💙📚
Learn more about the Board of Districtors here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/board-of-directors
#SchoolBoardDirectorsMonth #ThankYouSchoolBoard #DeerParkSchoolDistrict #PublicEducation #CommunityLeadership
📣 Community Voices Needed!
The Facilities Advisory Committee (FAC) is meeting soon, and we want to hear from you. The FAC discusses large capital projects—the work that helps us plan for the future and preserve our community’s facilities and capital assets.
💬 Please join us to share your reflections, insights, and priorities. Your voice helps shape what comes next.
🗓️ Facilities Advisory Committee Meeting: January 14, 2026
🕒 Time: 6:00 pm
📍 Location: District Administration Office (N 428 Main)
Everyone is welcome—come listen, learn, and be heard. #CommunityInput #FacilitiesPlanning #FutureReady
We’re proud to recognize Austin Cohrs as Rotary Student of the Month!
Austin is a senior at Deer Park High School and is fluent in six instruments, all of which began with learning the recorder. He participates in jazz and concert band and is also enrolled in Running Start at Eastern Washington University. Austin continues to grow as a leader, setting a strong example by striving to be the best person he can be and helping make his school a better place. After High School, Austin hopes to be in a professional symphony, either playing, conducting, or possibly going into business. Congratulations, Austin, on your leadership, dedication, and achievements!
#RotaryStudentOfTheMonth #DPHS #StudentMusician
Home Link highlights for this week include Ms. Maple showing off her painting! She is talented and especially loves painting dragons. With first-semester classes wrapping up next week, many students are finishing up their larger projects like Maple's.
Additionally, Dr. Moyles hosted the second parent training for families teaching their students who are identified as highly capable. Parents who attended have loved the community and the experience Dr. Moyles brings to their homeschooling journey.
#HomeLink #StudentArt #LearningCommunity
January 9–10 | 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM
Tickets available at Deer Park Home Link.
See you there!
See you in January 2026!!!
Deer Park Middle School has been full of fun and excitement these last days of school! Here are some highlights from Ugly Sweater Day and the Christmas Band Concert, which wrapped up our holiday celebrations.
#DPMS #ChristmasCelebreation #Concert
Jack and Wendy Wood graced Deer Park High School staff and students with their musical gift. Each year, they share their musical talents, creating a nice send-off for the Holiday break.
#DPHS #MusicPreformance #HolidayBreak
#NorthPole #DPHS #DECA
Deer Park Middle School students got the opportunity this week to earn a trip to the Spokane Valley Mall for strong academics and positive behavior. These students maintained all C's or higher, no tardies, and no referrals for a quarter, which earned them a Plus Card. A Plus Card entitles the holder to a myriad of special responsibilities and privileges. Students who got to go on this field trip had to have a Plus Card, Spike Bucks to enter the drawing, and/or have a friend who had been drawn (as each drawing winner got to bring a friend). These hard-working students got to spend the day at the mall, shopping and having fun!
#DeerParkMiddleSchool #PositiveBehavior #StudentRewards
