Congratulations to Emily Harris for being chosen as Deer Park High School's May Rotary Student of the Month. Emily is an impressive young lady! She finds time to participate in our Band Program, Drama Club, Acceptance Club, and National Honor Society. Emily is both an editor and key anchor on our Stags TV production, and you can always find her acting in each of our Drama Performances throughout the school year. Emily has also earned the honor of being one of our Valedictorians for the Class of 2026. Thank you Emily, for all you have done to make DPHS a better place!
about 1 hour ago, DPSD
Please join us in welcoming Sven Jeuschede to our program!
Coach Jeuschede brings a wealth of high-level experience to our team. After a successful college career playing for Montana State University, Billings, Sven moved to Germany to play professionally. Following his professional career, he returned to MSU Billings to complete his education and begin his coaching journey.
Sven’s coaching background is diverse, ranging from middle school boys and girls to serving as an assistant coach at the collegiate level for his alma mater. He comes to us with a deep passion for the game and a sincere desire to help young athletes excel both on and off the court. Welcome, Coach J!
about 1 hour ago, DPSD
Deer Park Preschool’s new playground is officially open! After a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony today, staff had the chance to test it out and have some fun before the preschoolers, who will get to enjoy it starting Monday. What an exciting addition for our students and school community!
#DeerParkSchools #ECEAP #NewPlayground
about 2 hours ago, DPSD
At Deer Park, we want to ensure our students are on track to graduate on time and that they have the skills they need for their future. At Deer Park High School, we're seeing evidence of this. Ninth grade: • 86% demonstrate on-track readiness to graduate on time. Dual Credits: • 17 courses of dual credit where students can earn credit for both college and high school classes. Future Planning: • Nearly 50% of our high school students have applied for FAFSA. Through the Strategic Plan, we are creating a system that supports each student’s goals, whether that includes entering the workforce, serving in the military, or pursuing higher education.
#DPSD #StrategicPlan #StudentSuccess
about 3 hours ago, DPSD
Many thanks to Deer Park Elementary School's PTO for hosting a fun Donuts with Grownups event! We love that our community gathers at the school for children!
about 5 hours ago, DPSD
Earlier this month, our FFA students competed in the annual Spokane Junior Livestock Show. It was a fantastic success with many students placing in both fitting and showmanship. Some major highlights for Deer Park included earning Reserve Grand Champion in Freshman/Sophomore Fitting and Showing, Reserve Grand Champion in Prospect Lambs, and Reserve Grand Champion in Carcass Swine. Additionally, our State Livestock Judging team put in an incredible performance, placing 10th overall against a competitive field of 48 other teams. What an awesome experience for these hard-working students!
#DeerParkFFA #SpokaneJuniorLivestockShow
about 8 hours ago, DPSD
Our kindergarten classrooms have been full of excitement lately. Students have been studying the development and life cycle of chickens, and this week, the lesson came to life as 6 baby chicks successfully hatched. This hands-on experience provides a great front-row seat to the wonders of biology. How cool is it that our students get to witness this firsthand?!
#DeerParkElementary #LifeCycle #BabyChicks
1 day ago, DPSD
DPSD welcomes Emma Noble as our Preschool Administrator! Emma joins the Deer Park School District with over 20 years of experience in education, with a strong focus on early childhood, special education, and inclusive preschool programming. She holds a Master of Education in Special Education and a Principal Certification from Eastern Washington University. Emma most recently served as Assistant Director of Student Support Services in the Cheney School District, where she led and supported ECEAP-aligned preschool programs and worked to ensure high-quality, inclusive learning environments for young children. Emma is passionate about supporting our youngest learners and believes strongly in the power of early learning to shape long-term success.
She is excited to get to know and work alongside the Deer Park community as she values collaboration and is committed to partnering with staff, families, and community agencies.
1 day ago, DPSD
Happy National School Nurse Day to our amazing nurses, Molly, Karen, Amy, and Andrea! Thank you for the vital role you play in our schools on a day-to-day basis. We appreciate all you do in helping to keep our students and schools safe and healthy.
#NationalNurseDay #DPSD
2 days ago, DPSD
Taylor Lyons is the new Deer Park High School Girls' Basketball Head Coach! A 3rd-generation Stag, Coach Lyons was a key player for our second state appearance in 2020 (her mom being a part of the first state appearance back in 1990) and has been part of the program's coaching staff since 2022. She knows our players, our history, and what it takes to win. Please join us in welcoming Coach Lyons back to the hardwood to lead the Lady Stags into a bright new era!
#DPSD #GirlsBasketball #HeadCoach
3 days ago, DPSD
Arcadia Elementary hosted a fantastic Family Night this past Friday. Students, families, and staff came together for an evening of connection and fun. From engaging activities to shared experiences, it was a great opportunity to celebrate our school community.
#DeerPark Schools #Arcadia #FamilyEngagement
4 days ago, DPSD
Recently, our dedicated math teachers spent a day focused on professional learning. They explored strategies for designing engaging, high-impact lessons that support all learners. Today, that work continues as teachers dive into using common assessments to better inform interventions and strengthen the PLC (Professional Learning Community) process, ensuring every student receives the support they need to succeed.
Deer Park Arcadia fifth graders are diving into the Mystery Science: Chemical Magic with Mrs. Demir! Students explored the properties of matter by investigating acids, observing reactions, asking thoughtful questions, and thinking like scientists. Hands-on learning at its best!
#DeerParkArcadia #MysteryScience #HandsOnLearning
4 days ago, DPSD
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to Deer Park's amazing and hard-working teachers! You do so much more than teach; you are mentors, listeners, and problem solvers. We are grateful for the patience and preparation you bring to our students every single day. Thank you for everything you do!
#DPSD #TeacherAppreciation #ThankATeacher
4 days ago, DPSD
The Deer Park School District's Strategic Plan is to prioritize a sense of safety, value, respect, and belonging. We are thrilled to see these goals turning into results in our school climates! Over a 5-month period this year, we are making great progress compared to the same time last year. Middle School: • 65% Decrease in Behavior Referrals Arcadia: • 12.5% Decrease in Behavior Referrals Elementary: • 406 fewer requests for student support These improvements are a direct reflection of a proactive system of support and a positive school climate where our students feel connected, safe, and ready to learn.
#StrategicPlan #StudentWellness #DPSD
7 days ago, DPSD
We’re proud to share that our district has received, for the second year in a row, outstanding school bus inspection results from the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and Washington State Patrol! This achievement reflects our ongoing commitment to student safety and the high standards upheld by our transportation team every single day. Thank you to our transportation department and everyone who helps keep our students safe on the road!
#DPSD #Achievement #SchoolBuses #StudentSafety
7 days ago, DPSD
Today, we celebrate our amazing school nutrition team! School Lunch Hero Day is to recognize and honor the hardworking professionals who fuel our students for success. Thank you for all you do every day!
#SchoolLunchHeroDay #DPSD
7 days ago, DPSD
We are so excited to share what an amazing experience our Deer Park archers had at Nationals! First off, huge shoutout to our three individual qualifiers who made it to Nationals after placing top 10 at State in March (no small feat!): • Weston Honshiko (DPHS) • Journey Johnson (DPMS) • Kael Morris (Homelink) On top of that, we brought a full team from Deer Park High School, AND for the first time ever, Deer Park Middle School sent a team too… how cool is that?! Our teams competed in 3D, while our individual archers took on both 3D and bullseye, and all of our archers jumped into the Centershot tournament in both disciplines. Talk about a full and fun week of shooting! Beyond the competition, this trip to Sandy, Utah, was all about making memories and bonding as teams, connecting with families, and just soaking in the experience of Nationals together. We are incredibly proud, grateful, and already counting down to next season. Thank you to our amazing community for your support, for passing our levy that funded these opportunities, and for cheering on our archers!
8 days ago, DPSD
This week at Deer Park Arcadia Elementary, Mrs. Jones, a retired art teacher and volunteer, visited Mrs. Durgin's class to share a lesson on René Magritte. His iconic works, The False Mirror (1928) and The Son of Man (1964), explore the intriguing contrast between what is visible and what may be concealed. Enjoy our class’s creative interpretations inspired by these surrealist masterpieces!
#DPSD #Arcaida #Art #RenéMagritte
9 days ago, DPSD
At Monday's Board Meeting, Home Link Consultant, Pam Foster, was acknowledged for going "Above and Beyond" with her service to families. She will do what it takes to meet the needs of our students and families, including conducting home visits for extenuating circumstances. Thank you, Pam, for your commitment and service to our community and Home Link families.
