🎉 Big news for our second graders at Deer Park Elementary! 🎉
For the next two weeks, we are thrilled to welcome Master Kim and his incredible Taekwondo team to our school! 🥋
Our students won’t just learn self-defense skills—they’ll also practice respect, responsibility, and other life lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.
Plus, each week, students will bring home a fun, quick activity to enjoy with their families! 🏠✨
We can’t wait to see the confidence, strength, and smiles this experience will bring to our Deer Park Elementary second graders! 💪😊
#DeerParkElementary #Taekwondo #LifeLessons #ConfidentKids #FamilyFun
For the next two weeks, we are thrilled to welcome Master Kim and his incredible Taekwondo team to our school! 🥋
Our students won’t just learn self-defense skills—they’ll also practice respect, responsibility, and other life lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.
Plus, each week, students will bring home a fun, quick activity to enjoy with their families! 🏠✨
We can’t wait to see the confidence, strength, and smiles this experience will bring to our Deer Park Elementary second graders! 💪😊
#DeerParkElementary #Taekwondo #LifeLessons #ConfidentKids #FamilyFun
Today, our amazing preschool teachers spent the day diving into the science of reading during a full-day workshop! 📚✨ By learning the research-backed principles that support early literacy, they’re better equipped to help our youngest learners build strong reading foundations.
When children grasp the fundamentals of reading at an early age, it sets them up for long-term academic success, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Early literacy is more than just letters and sounds—it’s the first step toward unlocking a world of opportunities! 🌟
#EarlyLearning #PreschoolTeachers #ScienceOfReading #LiteracyMatters #FutureReaders
When children grasp the fundamentals of reading at an early age, it sets them up for long-term academic success, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning. Early literacy is more than just letters and sounds—it’s the first step toward unlocking a world of opportunities! 🌟
#EarlyLearning #PreschoolTeachers #ScienceOfReading #LiteracyMatters #FutureReaders
Home Link's Outdoor Education program had another successful launch this year. Students enjoy learning about nature, survival, and the environment. Not to mention, they get to see beautiful wildlife, too!
Home Link students, staff, and families joined on September 11 at the flag poles in Deer Park and Clayton. This was a time to remember, learn about the significance of September 11, and flag raising.
🌟 Kindergarteners are off to a fantastic start! 🌟
Our young learners are completing PBIS Jumpstart, where they’re discovering and practicing our school-wide expectations for the lunchroom and recess. 🥪⛹️♂️
We’re so proud of these little leaders for showing kindness, respect, and responsibility every step of the way! 💛
#PBIS #KindergartenLeaders #SchoolSuccess #PositiveBehavior
Our young learners are completing PBIS Jumpstart, where they’re discovering and practicing our school-wide expectations for the lunchroom and recess. 🥪⛹️♂️
We’re so proud of these little leaders for showing kindness, respect, and responsibility every step of the way! 💛
#PBIS #KindergartenLeaders #SchoolSuccess #PositiveBehavior
🐔📚 Third grade students in Ms. Brinkley's class dove into the fun and heartwarming story, "Interrupting Chicken"! Beyond enjoying the story, they explored what it truly means to be a learner.
Students discussed how being respectful looks in the classroom and why listening is just as important as speaking. Each student reflected on their own behavior and completed a thoughtful writing assignment: “Instead of being an interrupting chicken, I will…” 📝💡
It was wonderful to see our students think critically about their actions and set goals for being even more respectful and mindful learners. 🌟
#GrowingLearners #ClassroomRespect #InterruptingChicken #MindfulLearning #StudentReflections
Students discussed how being respectful looks in the classroom and why listening is just as important as speaking. Each student reflected on their own behavior and completed a thoughtful writing assignment: “Instead of being an interrupting chicken, I will…” 📝💡
It was wonderful to see our students think critically about their actions and set goals for being even more respectful and mindful learners. 🌟
#GrowingLearners #ClassroomRespect #InterruptingChicken #MindfulLearning #StudentReflections
Preserving our Past. Planning our Future. Did you know that the Deer Park School District has developed a long-range facilities plan that balances facility preservation and planning with an emphasis on keeping tax rates as low as possible for the community? To learn more about the District's intermediate and long-term plans, click here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/longrangeplan
✨ Staff Spotlight ✨
We are so proud to recognize one of our amazing Transportation Department team members - Ron Rasmussen, an amazing mechanic! 🚍
Ron not only ensures our buses—valued at over $250,000 each—are meticulously maintained and earn a 100% rating from the Washington State Patrol safety check ✅, but he also goes above and beyond for our staff and grounds. He is ALWAYS positive and willing to do what it takes to make sure everyone is taken care of.
Every morning, he arrives early to make sure buses are ready for drivers and our dirt parking lot is as safe as possible. His dedication keeps our students safe and our operations running smoothly. Thank you for all you do for our district and community, Ron! 💛
📌 Board Meeting Highlights
We were also grateful to see so many community members attend our recent board meeting. Attendees raised thoughtful questions regarding the old mill facility—discussing its challenges related to size, location, and ongoing use. We appreciate the community’s continued engagement and input as we navigate these important conversations together.
We are so proud to recognize one of our amazing Transportation Department team members - Ron Rasmussen, an amazing mechanic! 🚍
Ron not only ensures our buses—valued at over $250,000 each—are meticulously maintained and earn a 100% rating from the Washington State Patrol safety check ✅, but he also goes above and beyond for our staff and grounds. He is ALWAYS positive and willing to do what it takes to make sure everyone is taken care of.
Every morning, he arrives early to make sure buses are ready for drivers and our dirt parking lot is as safe as possible. His dedication keeps our students safe and our operations running smoothly. Thank you for all you do for our district and community, Ron! 💛
📌 Board Meeting Highlights
We were also grateful to see so many community members attend our recent board meeting. Attendees raised thoughtful questions regarding the old mill facility—discussing its challenges related to size, location, and ongoing use. We appreciate the community’s continued engagement and input as we navigate these important conversations together.
🌟 Welcome to our littlest learners! Research shows that high-quality early childhood education sets the foundation for lifelong learning, supporting social, emotional, and cognitive development. We’re so excited to nurture curiosity, creativity, and confidence in every preschooler this year! 🎨📚✨
Congratulations, DPHS FFA! DPHS places at the Spokane Interstate FFA Livestock Competition! (Out of 32 teams, 150 youth, and 15 schools)
Deer Park Blue placed 3rd overall: Madison Lafley-Breckner, Porter Whitmore, Baylee Voss, Kaycee Haney, Andilyn McIntosh, and Isaac Stein.
Madison Lafley-Breckner 3rd overall individual score
Porter Whitmore- 9th overall individual score
Deer Park Gold 9th place overall team: Alexis Hallgarth, Deacon Hardenbrook, Danica Dearing, Karlee Dickinson, Ava McKay
Deer Park Blue placed 3rd overall: Madison Lafley-Breckner, Porter Whitmore, Baylee Voss, Kaycee Haney, Andilyn McIntosh, and Isaac Stein.
Madison Lafley-Breckner 3rd overall individual score
Porter Whitmore- 9th overall individual score
Deer Park Gold 9th place overall team: Alexis Hallgarth, Deacon Hardenbrook, Danica Dearing, Karlee Dickinson, Ava McKay
The school year is off to a great start at Arcadia Elementary School. Students in Ms. Durgin's 4th-grade class built community by reading a book, "One Word for Kids," and then each student chose a word to inspire them for the school year. Students then made a bracelet to remind themselves of their special word. Student words included: Brave, Confident, Active, Forgiving, Athlete, Fearless, Kind, Thankful, Hope, Fun, Proud, Happy, Artsy, Artist. Way to inspire excellence in a fun and creative way! What is your word to inspire others? #inspireexcellence
Preserving our Past. Planning our Future. The short-term capital levy will address many preservation projects at Arcadia Elementary, including replacing the 30-yr old roof, 30-yr old gym HVAC units, 30-yr-old flooring, and installation of safety fencing. To learn more about the proposed Arcadia improvements, click here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/arcadiaproject
🎉 Save the Date! 🎉
The DPHS Stag Band Bus is making its debut! Join us for a ribbon cutting hosted by the Chamber and celebrate with us on:
🗓 Date: September 20
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
📍 Location: Perrins Field
Enjoy hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and live music while checking out the brand-new Stag Band Bus! 🎶
These pictures are just a sneak peek 👀 — you won’t want to miss the full reveal!
#DPHSStagBand #BandBusDebut #CommunityEvent #RibbonCutting #FamilyFun
The DPHS Stag Band Bus is making its debut! Join us for a ribbon cutting hosted by the Chamber and celebrate with us on:
🗓 Date: September 20
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
📍 Location: Perrins Field
Enjoy hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and live music while checking out the brand-new Stag Band Bus! 🎶
These pictures are just a sneak peek 👀 — you won’t want to miss the full reveal!
#DPHSStagBand #BandBusDebut #CommunityEvent #RibbonCutting #FamilyFun
The DPSD School Board Meeting will be held at the Transportation Facility on Monday, September 8, at 6:00 pm.
Address: 4729 W Spring Creek Rd. The meeting will begin with a tour of the nearly 100-year-old facility. All are welcome to attend.
Address: 4729 W Spring Creek Rd. The meeting will begin with a tour of the nearly 100-year-old facility. All are welcome to attend.
Spike showed off his talents at the beginning of the year, DPMS spirit assembly! Staff and students had a great time getting into the spirit while celebrating the new school year. DPMS continues to build on their culture of Ohana (Family), Laulima (Work Together), and Imua (Push Forward). Students played Minute to Win It games and had some fun and friendly class competition. DPMS is off to a wonderful school year!
Home Link welcomed back all staff, including office staff, consultants, and specialists! This year's theme? SHINE! Home Link provided a new specialist orientation to welcome new specialists to the team. Deer Park School District is excited to continue to partner with families through the Alternative Learning Experience and offer students enrichment activities to supplement their home plan. Many thanks to the staff who help make all students SHINE!
🎉 We've got spirit, yes we do! 🎉
On Friday, DPHS kicked off the school year with an electrifying Spirit Assembly! Our pep band had everyone grooving, cheerleaders delivered a stellar performance, students learned exciting new chants, and our amazing staff got their grand introduction. 💛💙
The energy was off the charts—what a way to start the year!
We've got spirit, how 'bout you? 🙌
On Friday, DPHS kicked off the school year with an electrifying Spirit Assembly! Our pep band had everyone grooving, cheerleaders delivered a stellar performance, students learned exciting new chants, and our amazing staff got their grand introduction. 💛💙
The energy was off the charts—what a way to start the year!
We've got spirit, how 'bout you? 🙌
How much will my taxes increase if the levy is passed? The short-term, 4-year capital levy is estimated to cost $1.45/$1,000 assessed value. The current bond, which will be paid off after this year, is assessed at $1.03/$1,000. If approved, tax
rates would increase by $0.42/$1,000 over current levels for four years. Spokane County Tax: https://www.spokanecounty.gov/5491/Assessor
Learn more here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/levy2025
rates would increase by $0.42/$1,000 over current levels for four years. Spokane County Tax: https://www.spokanecounty.gov/5491/Assessor
Learn more here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/levy2025
Preserving our Past. Planning our Future. Did you know that the four projects included in the short-term capital levy were deemed the highest priority by the community facilities advisory committee? Learn more about their recommendation and the proposed capital levy here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/levy2025
Save the date and share with others! Deer Park School District is hosting a Town Hall with local legislators on September 15 at Deer Park High School. This is your opportunity to hear from local legislators about educational laws. Meet Representative Andrew Engell and Representative Hunter Abell.
