Today, Deer Park High School hosted a truly special event, Prom Spectacular!
This high school ASB event brought together students from 10 other school districts across our region for a day of connection, joy, and community. Prom Spectacular creates a meaningful opportunity to support and celebrate students with disabilities in an inclusive, uplifting environment.
Thanks to proceeds from the Father-Daughter Dance, all students were able to attend at no cost.
What a glorious day for everyone!
#PromSpectacular #Community #DeerParkSchools #DPHS
At Deer Park, our Strategic Plan is to ensure every student is challenged and inspired by relevant learning that builds the skills they need for their future. Our goal for Academic Engagement & Growth is being realized through our teachers' hard work, high expectations, and student dedication.
Academic excellence is well reflected in Deer Park Middle School's Math and ELA programs.
Middle School Mathematics:
• 81% of students earned a B or above
Middle School English Language Arts:
• 83% of students earned a B or above
Along with these achievements, our Math is Cool teams represented great success for Deer Park at the state level.
Math is Cool State Results:
• 5th Grade: 4th place
• 6th Grade: 1st Place Overall
• 8th Grade: 3rd place
These results are a testament to the focus and grit of our students and the support of our incredible staff.
#StrategicPlan #DPMS #AcademicExcellence
Academic excellence is well reflected in Deer Park Middle School's Math and ELA programs.
Middle School Mathematics:
• 81% of students earned a B or above
Middle School English Language Arts:
• 83% of students earned a B or above
Along with these achievements, our Math is Cool teams represented great success for Deer Park at the state level.
Math is Cool State Results:
• 5th Grade: 4th place
• 6th Grade: 1st Place Overall
• 8th Grade: 3rd place
These results are a testament to the focus and grit of our students and the support of our incredible staff.
#StrategicPlan #DPMS #AcademicExcellence
Deer Park Home Link presents The Wizard of Oz on May 1st and 2nd at the Ken Fisher Performing Arts Theatre.
• Showtimes: 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM
• Tickets are required for evening performances.
For information, please contact Home Link at 509 468 3350.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#DeerParkHomeLink #WizardofOz #MusicalTheatre
DPHS students Jacey Boesel and Parker Russell were recognized by the Greater Spokane League (GSL) for their academic excellence! Student athletes are awarded this recognition based on GPA, rigorous courses (e.g., College in the HS courses), and athletic awards. Congratuations! Way to go, Stags!
Congratulations to DPHS's Spokane Scholars! These scholars were recognized for their academic excellence in the following areas on Monday evening at the Spokane Convention Center, along with 34 other high schools in the region:
English - Christopher Heath
Fine Arts - Emily Harris
Math - Ava Berg
Science - Jacey Boesel
Social Studies - Andrew Feist
World Languages - Bailey Barton
Way to demonstrate academic excellence, Stags! #academicexcellence #inspireexcellence
English - Christopher Heath
Fine Arts - Emily Harris
Math - Ava Berg
Science - Jacey Boesel
Social Studies - Andrew Feist
World Languages - Bailey Barton
Way to demonstrate academic excellence, Stags! #academicexcellence #inspireexcellence
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible team keeping Deer Park School District running smoothly! You are the organizers, troubleshooters, and friendly faces who help make our schools thrive. We appreciate everything you do for our staff, our students, and our community.
#DPSD #AdminProfessionalsDay
Our Arcadia Elementary students took their lunch break outdoors yesterday to soak up the beautiful weather. A great way to refresh and recharge those learning minds.
#DPSD #ArcadiaElementary #LunchBreak #StudentWellness
#DPSD #ArcadiaElementary #LunchBreak #StudentWellness
At Deer Park School District, we are committed to turning our vision into real-world results for every student. With just 8 weeks left of school, we want to recognize the progress being made in our schools, especially regarding our Strategic Plan, which is Student Well-being, Academic Engagement, Building Bridges, Making Connections, and Maintaining our Facilities.
This week, we want to highlight the progress Deer Park Elementary students have made in Academic Engagement & Growth. This growth is attributed to our staff's laser focus on inclusionary practices and clearly identified standards, in addition to intentional training around early literacy and the science of reading. The fall-to-winter data from iReady scores does a clear job in demonstrating this.
Reading:
• 29% increase in students at or above grade level from fall to winter and 10% reduction in students two grade levels or more below.
Math:
• 24% increase in students at or above grade level and 9% reduction in students two grade levels or more below.
#DeerParkSchools #StrategicPlan #ProgressReport
This week, we want to highlight the progress Deer Park Elementary students have made in Academic Engagement & Growth. This growth is attributed to our staff's laser focus on inclusionary practices and clearly identified standards, in addition to intentional training around early literacy and the science of reading. The fall-to-winter data from iReady scores does a clear job in demonstrating this.
Reading:
• 29% increase in students at or above grade level from fall to winter and 10% reduction in students two grade levels or more below.
Math:
• 24% increase in students at or above grade level and 9% reduction in students two grade levels or more below.
#DeerParkSchools #StrategicPlan #ProgressReport
Strong Schools Build Strong Communities! DPHS DECA invited the community and business owners to learn about the businesses led and run by DECA students. Mayor Verzal, three City Council members, several business owners, and community members visited the high school to learn more. Student businesses include a Jitter-Bucks (coffee), Stag Prints (stag.prints@dpsdmail.org), DP custumz (manufacturing), Stag Box (Stag Merchandise), Very Vendy (vending services). Did you know that by using the student-run businesses, the proceeds directly support the students? This enables the students to continue to compete at the state, national, and international levels and represent Deer Park across the world. Our students are preparing for college, career, and life!
Summer EBT Program/Sun Bucks
States can provide $40 per summer month per child to families with eligible school-age children for them to buy groceries, similar to how USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are used.
If you didn’t fill out a free or reduced lunch form this year because school meals are already free, you could be missing out on the new Summer EBT Program! Students who qualify for Free or Reduced school meals at Deer Park Elementary, Arcadia Elementary, Deer Park Middle School, and Deer Park High School are eligible to receive $120 for summer groceries.
To qualify for Summer EBT, families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meals application.
Questions?
Call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230
Applications are available at any school office or you can request to have one sent home with your student.
States can provide $40 per summer month per child to families with eligible school-age children for them to buy groceries, similar to how USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are used.
If you didn’t fill out a free or reduced lunch form this year because school meals are already free, you could be missing out on the new Summer EBT Program! Students who qualify for Free or Reduced school meals at Deer Park Elementary, Arcadia Elementary, Deer Park Middle School, and Deer Park High School are eligible to receive $120 for summer groceries.
To qualify for Summer EBT, families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meals application.
Questions?
Call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230
Applications are available at any school office or you can request to have one sent home with your student.
The Middle School recently hosted an energetic Staff versus Student basketball game, elevated by the appearance of the Middle School Band. This high-energy event coincided with Spirit Day, featuring 6th grade in white, 7th grade in yellow, and Minion-themed attire, and 8th grade in blue. It was an outstanding way to showcase school pride and community spirit before heading into Spring Break.
#DPMS #SpiritDay #StudentEngagement
#DPMS #SpiritDay #StudentEngagement
Happy Paraeducator Appreciation Day! DPSD paraeducators play a huge role in creating safe, welcoming classrooms where students feel valued, respected, and supported. Your work strengthens belonging, and student success across our district. Thank you!
#DPSD #Paraeducator #AppreciationDay
#DPSD #Paraeducator #AppreciationDay
Deer Park High School DECA is having a successful year of growth and service. Between managing five student stores, concessions, and leading community initiatives like Night at the North Pole, our 46 members have demonstrated exceptional leadership. A major highlight was meeting with Mayor Verzal to officially declare November as DECA Month for the city of Deer Park!
Our competitive success continues with 27 State qualifiers and 9 students advancing to the International competition in Atlanta this April. Additionally, 25 students gained professional hospitality and sports marketing experience through partnerships that included the Spokane Chiefs and Davenport Grand.
Local leaders and business owners are invited to our Community Business Tour on April 16 to see our operations in action.
Thank you for all the support from our parents and community!
#DECA #DPHS #StagPride
Our competitive success continues with 27 State qualifiers and 9 students advancing to the International competition in Atlanta this April. Additionally, 25 students gained professional hospitality and sports marketing experience through partnerships that included the Spokane Chiefs and Davenport Grand.
Local leaders and business owners are invited to our Community Business Tour on April 16 to see our operations in action.
Thank you for all the support from our parents and community!
#DECA #DPHS #StagPride
Arcadia students came together to showcase their Tinker Crates! Using hands-on STEM kits, each student built and explored a unique project, then proudly shared their learning with their peers. With fourth-grade teachers joining in and a pizza celebration to wrap it up, the event was both fun and meaningful. Experiences like these help students grow as confident, independent learners and collaborative members of their community.
#DPSD #FourthGrade #FutureReady
#DPSD #FourthGrade #FutureReady
How do we ensure ALL DPSD students are ready and successful for college, career, and life? 🎓Educators, leaders, community members, and even a recent graduate came together to answer that exact question.
Using community feedback, research, and our district’s strategic priorities, this team worked collaboratively to define the skills and characteristics our students need to be ready for their future.
We want all DPSD students to be:
- Confident, independent, and self-reliant
- Critical thinkers & problem solvers
- Personally and socially accountable
- Effective communicators
- Flexible and adaptable
- Contributing members to society and the community
We’re grateful for the voices, perspectives, and passion that made this work possible. This is how strong communities build strong future-ready students in Deer Park. 💙
#DPSD #ProfileOfAGraduate #FutureReady #CommunityDriven
Using community feedback, research, and our district’s strategic priorities, this team worked collaboratively to define the skills and characteristics our students need to be ready for their future.
We want all DPSD students to be:
- Confident, independent, and self-reliant
- Critical thinkers & problem solvers
- Personally and socially accountable
- Effective communicators
- Flexible and adaptable
- Contributing members to society and the community
We’re grateful for the voices, perspectives, and passion that made this work possible. This is how strong communities build strong future-ready students in Deer Park. 💙
#DPSD #ProfileOfAGraduate #FutureReady #CommunityDriven
Our Home Link students are making the most of their final classes before spring break!
In Ms. Lentz's "Everyday Art" class, students were mixing, stretching, and experimenting as they created their own slime.
Meanwhile, in Ms. Hubbard's "Nail Tech" class, students were fully focused as they brought their ideas to life with custom-designed nails for their upcoming competition.
We love seeing our students engaged, creative, and excited about learning. Home Link classes will continue as normal through Thursday, and we wish everyone a fun and restful spring break next week!
#HomeLink #Creativity #SpringBreak
In Ms. Lentz's "Everyday Art" class, students were mixing, stretching, and experimenting as they created their own slime.
Meanwhile, in Ms. Hubbard's "Nail Tech" class, students were fully focused as they brought their ideas to life with custom-designed nails for their upcoming competition.
We love seeing our students engaged, creative, and excited about learning. Home Link classes will continue as normal through Thursday, and we wish everyone a fun and restful spring break next week!
#HomeLink #Creativity #SpringBreak
Spring break is upon us! April 6th through 10th! Conferences will begin on April 1st through 3rd, with no school for students on the 2nd and 3rd. We will see you back on April 13th!
#SpringBreak #DPSD
🎶 Huge congratulations to the DPSD Band on an incredible weekend! 🎉
Students brought home 1st place and silver ratings in all categories, plus the Spirit of the Festival Award! 🌟
Special shoutout to Austin Cohrs, who earned the Maestro Award—and an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall! 👏🎼
The trip was full of amazing experiences:
• A warm welcome dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Exploring MoPop Friday morning
• Trip to the Seattle Aquarium after the state competition
• A delicious pasta dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Outstanding performances Saturday from Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Choir
• Fun at Westfield Southcenter and a memorable awards banquet & ball
Thank you to our incredible community for your continued support of student activities like these—made possible through local levy funding. We are so proud of our students! 💙
Students brought home 1st place and silver ratings in all categories, plus the Spirit of the Festival Award! 🌟
Special shoutout to Austin Cohrs, who earned the Maestro Award—and an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall! 👏🎼
The trip was full of amazing experiences:
• A warm welcome dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Exploring MoPop Friday morning
• Trip to the Seattle Aquarium after the state competition
• A delicious pasta dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Outstanding performances Saturday from Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Choir
• Fun at Westfield Southcenter and a memorable awards banquet & ball
Thank you to our incredible community for your continued support of student activities like these—made possible through local levy funding. We are so proud of our students! 💙
Yesterday evening was full of fun at Deer Park Elementary during our ‘Spring Into Reading’ Family Engagement Night. We love seeing our students and families come together to celebrate learning and literacy!
#FamilyEngagement #DeerParkElementary #SpringIntoReading
#FamilyEngagement #DeerParkElementary #SpringIntoReading
Representative Andrew Engell, who represents the 9th Legislative District, visited Mr. Wrigley's political science class at Deer Park High School. Representative Engell stated, "The students were very engaged with deep and sometimes difficult questions that showed their understanding of civics and current events." Representative Engell stated that meeting with the students gives him hope! He enjoyed interacting with the next generation of leaders and sees them preparing to make a difference and bring accountability to the government. Thank you for visiting Deer Park High School, Representative Engell!
