#DeerParkHomeLink #StudentCreativity #HandsOnLearning
The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a high-wind advisory starting this evening (Tuesday) at 10 p.m. and in effect through Wednesday at 4 p.m. The NWS advisory lists SW winds from 25-45 MPH with gusts up to 60 MPH for Spokane and neighboring counties. According to NWS, damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines, leading to possible power outages and difficult travel.
We anticipate that some of our bus routes may be affected by road debris. Please be patient as buses may be running behind schedule for student pick-up and drop-off tomorrow. Additionally, we will be monitoring HVAC and electricity in the schools early in the morning.
Families: Please monitor your email in the morning for updates. If no communication is received from the District, please attend school as scheduled.
For information on school delays and closures: https://aptg.co/35_mMX
#SpiritWeek #DPMS
#GingerbreadHouse #ChristmasEvent #ThirdGraders
#DPSD #SeasonOfGiving #Community
Oh, what fun!
#WinterConcerts #ThirdGrade #FourthGrade
In Mrs. Denham's "Dominos Rally" class, students learned about the various stacking techniques as they create one large combined train.
What fun!
#HomeLink #Caroling #LearningInAction
#DPSD #HometownChristmas #Parade #DPBus
6-7 is a "real thing" elementary through high school! Staff, students, and the Elf had fun celebrating day 67.
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#SubDrivers #SchoolBus #Hiring #DPSD
Deer Park FFA also presented at Rotary and shared the many options and activities associated with FFA! Way to go, DPHS!
Here are some highlights from Deer Park Home Link this week:
Students in Mrs. Schaefer’s Farm Class enjoyed a hands-on learning experience with a special visitor, Dottie the Silkie chicken. In Ms. Winterton’s Fiber Arts class, students used donated materials to create baby blankets for the Ronald McDonald House in Spokane.
#DeerParkHomeLink #CommunityService #FarmClass
Our fourth graders at Deer Park Arcadia have been learning all about poetry!
Students are learning that poetry is a type of writing that uses creative words, feelings, and imagination to paint a picture in the reader’s mind. They are also learning that poems don’t always have to rhyme, but they often do, and that they use vivid details and strong images. To put their learning into practice, students wrote their own haikus that follow a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
#FourthGraders #Poetry #DPELA
Our Deer Park Elementary students shine as confident and curious mathematicians. What a privilege to watch them learn and grow!
#DeerParkElementary #LearningInAction #Mathematicians
Join us on December 4th - 6th and 12th - 13th in the High School Theater.
#DPHSDrama #RomeoAndJuliet
DPSD thanks the early risers from the transportation department for scouting the roads this morning & to the custodial, maintenance, and grounds team for ensuring our parking lots were cleared for staff and students!
We are proud to share that our School Board members recently returned from the State Directors’ Conference! This year’s theme was "Purpose," a powerful reminder of the responsibility we hold in guiding our district.
Leading with purpose isn’t just about making decisions; it’s about leading with a clear vision and meaningful intent. For our board, this means:
🌱 Fostering growth for every student.
🤝 Creating a shared sense of meaning across our schools.
💙 Committing to something greater than ourselves.
By leading with authenticity and integrity, our goal is to inspire resilience, clarity, and confidence throughout our entire community. We are excited to bring these insights back home and continue making a positive impact!
Not pictured: Gerry Ashby
#SchoolBoard #Leadership #Education #LeadingWithPurpose #CommunityFirst
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome the incredible Sandy Zimmerman to the district today! From graduating from Selkirk to playing for the Zags, and making history by hitting the buzzer on American Ninja Warrior, Sandy shared her story of "Welfare to Warrior."
A National Teacher Hall of Fame inductee and author of a best-seller, "Get Out of the Car," Sandy reminds us all to DREAM BIG and TRY!
Her message to us today?
Start with belief—in yourself, or borrow it from others.
Keep the bar high and work hard every day to be the best.
Don’t blame, complain, or make excuses.
Listen to the empowering, positive voices.
Thank you, Sandy, for reminding us to keep the promises we make to ourselves and to never wait to be seen, valued, and heard.
#DPSD #WelfareToWarrior #DreamBig #SandyZimmerman #NinjaWarrior #Education
Last Friday, our High School team placed 6th in the Unified Bowling event!
Students had an awesome time and gave it their all!
This year, Deer Park had 4 lanes instead of 2, so the event is growing, and we’re thrilled to be part of it. After bowling, the students headed to Selkirk’s Pizza to hang out and socialize, with lots of laughs and fun!
#UnifiedBowl #GoStags
