Congratulations to Deer Park graduate and business owner, Kelsie Carlson. Kelsie was recognized by the Washington State Administrator (WASA) region for her support and advocacy for the schools. DPSD thanks Kelsie for her generosity, support, and commitment to supporting students!
Kelsie's commitment to supporting our schools spans from elementary through high school, making a significant impact in various ways.
Kelsie's involvement is nothing short of inspiring. She volunteers tirelessly at elementary school events, attends evening functions, and generously donates both her time and proceeds directly back to the schools. This year alone, she sponsored an entire grade level at Deer Park High School, ensuring every student received Stags t-shirts to proudly represent their school spirit.
Beyond financial support, Kelsie goes the extra mile by organizing and facilitating community-wide send-offs for state-bound students. These events garner local media attention and involve collaborations with businesses, police, and fire departments to create a memorable escort that truly showcases community support.
On a weekly basis, Kelsie personally prepares and delivers coffee orders to each school, adding a personal touch that brightens the days of students and staff alike. Her dedication extends to advocating for the community through informative videos on bond and levy initiatives, ensuring that Deer Park remains a vibrant and well-supported educational hub.
"We are incredibly grateful for Kelsie's unwavering support, advocacy, and voice in our community," expressed by Dr. Alexa Allman, superintendent of Deer Park School District. "Her commitment exemplifies the spirit of leadership and generosity that makes Deer Park such a special place."
Kelsie Carlson's nomination for the regional community leadership award is a testament to her outstanding contributions and the profound impact she continues to make on the lives of students and families throughout Deer Park.
Happy Lunch Superhero Day to our incredible Food Service team! Your hard work and warm smiles are truly appreciated. Thank you for keeping our students fueled and ready to learn!
Join us for Family Engagement STEAM Night!
Elementary and Arcadia families are invited to Deer Park High School on May 14 from 5–7 PM for a fun evening of hands-on activities, dinner, and prizes. It’s a great opportunity to learn and enjoy a night together!
The District Office is excited to recognize and celebrate the staff members retiring this school year. A celebration will be held on May 7th at 4:00 PM at Deer Park High School. Join us in thanking them for their years of service and commitment to our schools!
Deer Park students and coaches received a "shout-out" for teamwork, inclusion, and belonging from another school district! DPSD participated at a neighboring school for Unified Soccer. Unfortunately, the Unified peers from the other team were unable to make it onto the bus. With generosity and kind hearts, two Deer Park students joyfully joined the other team! We are grateful for our coaches and students who exemplified grace, empathy, commitment, and inspired excellence! We are so proud of our Deer Park students, staff, and community! #inspireexcellence
Many thanks to Mayor Verzal for inviting and including the Deer Park School District in the City's Community Parks and Open Space planning process! Although this process is focused on the city's needs, it was inspiring for business leaders (including the Chamber of Commerce) and the City to highly consider the needs of our kids and families! What a great group of representatives from the community. We are excited to see where this planning process takes our community and how we can continue to partner and work together as a cohesive team.
Our Arcadia students had the opportunity to attend the Spokane Indians baseball game on Tuesday. Our students had a great time enjoying the game and the atmosphere. Big thanks to the Spokane Indians for the invitation!
Deer Park High School hosted its annual career fair - Students had the opportunity to learn about a variety of careers, ask questions, and visit with local businesses. Thank you to the businesses and the DPHS CTE department for a great day!
DPHS Baseball update: H3H is back- we once again fight mental health!
Come spend the day with us!
On Sunday, April 27th, DPHS Baseball is hosting the 2nd Annual H3H Marathon Day of Baseball at the DPHS Baseball Field.
We are proud to be one of the only high school baseball program in Washington to take this on—and we couldn’t be more thrilled!
Why This Event Matters:
This day is about much more than baseball. We are coming together to raise mental health awareness, especially for student-athletes. One of the day’s highlights will be a powerful presentation by Kimber Erickson of KELLENCARES, a local foundation dedicated to breaking the stigma around mental health.
Mental Health Talk: 12:00 PM in the theatre
Open to all—parents, players, and community members are encouraged to attend
What to Expect:
Baseball games all day
Music & a live emcee to keep the energy high
Silent auction- we could use more items :)
Delicious food
Tons of fun activities for the whole family!
We'll see you on April 27th!
Deer Park High School seniors exemplify and inspire excellence! Please help us congratulate the following seniors for being recognized at the Spokane Scholars Banquet for outstanding academic excellence:
English - Delaney Newman
Fine Arts - Robert Strickland
Mathematics - Carson Plough
Science - Sawyer Barton
Social Studies - Adeline Russell
World Languages - Kaylee Reiter
We are so proud of our students!
🌟 Thank you to our incredible Deer Park School District community! 🌟
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all community members, board members, staff, and administrators for their dedicated work on our strategic plan. Together, we've reviewed progress, analyzed data, and gathered invaluable feedback from staff, students, and our community. Your thoughts and insights are shaping a vision and long-term plan that will guide us towards even greater excellence.
Deer Park Inspires Excellence! 🦌💫
#DeerParkSchools #CommunityEngagement #StrategicPlanning #Excellence
Thank you bus drivers for ensuring our students make it to school and home each day safely! We appreciate you! Celebrating national bus driver day on Tuesday, April 22, 2025! #thankabusdriver
What a "Spectacular Day!" Many thanks to DPHS for hosting our region's annual Prom Spectacular. DPHS hosted several school districts from across the region to provide a memorable day for students! We live in an amazing community that comes together to support our students in special education. Additionally, special thanks to Noir Salon for donating time to style the girls' hair.
Congratulations to Rotary's Students of the Month, Adeline Russell and Liam Varang, who exemplify and inspire Deer Park excellence!
Addie has been identified as a remarkable student academically, and her involvement in extracurricular activities. Having been a Deer Park student since pre-school, she found a passion in AgBiology and has since excelled in classes such as shop, floral design, and is currently the manager of the greenhouse. She is active in ASB and volunteers to support events such as Prom Spectacular. Her involvement in FFA has led her to state-level competitions in public speaking, showcasing her leadership and communication skills. Addie has also thrived in DECA and demonstrated proficiency in business and marketing. She also enjoys playing tennis. Addie received the Spokane Scholar Award for Social Studies and plans to attend Marquette's BioMed Science program to eventually become a doctor.
From pre-school through high school, Liam has shown what it means to grow with gratitude and perseverance. He remains grateful for his journey and through the ups and downs. As a leader, he's served as class president and an ASB executive officer for four (4) years. He's also the Vice President of the DECA chapter and led efforts such as Night at the North Pole. His DECA team also advanced to the state level, showcasing his skills and heart. Liam has served over 75 hours of community service, is a member of Key Club, and works. Liam was voted "Most Inspiring" in tennis and band. His leadership journey continues outside of school as he has achieved the rank of Life Scout and is working toward Eagle Scout. He is still deciding on where to attend next year and believes his path will lead to nursing.
Get Ready— It's time for Spring Concerts here at Deer Park Elementary!
Each grade gets the spotlight on their very own night, complete with a special theme.
Kindergarten – Animal Friends | June 5
1st Grade – Bedtime | May 22
2nd Grade – Folk Songs & Dances | May 8
We can’t wait for you to see what our amazing students have been working on!
Check out the banners below for more details.
The Home Link Drama II students invite you to their spring performance of Seussical JR. on May 2nd and 3rd at 3:30 PM and 6:30 PM in the High School Auditorium.
These students are doing an amazing job—working hard to learn all the singing, blocking, and choreography with just five hours of rehearsal each week—and they're having a lot of fun doing it!
Congratulations to Greater Spokane League Scholar Athletes, Brooklyn Coe and Dillon Mareth. Both students exemplify excellence in academics, athletics, and character.
Brooklyn has a cumulative 3.86 GPA and has earned 9 Varsity letters (Basketball, Cross Country, and Track and Field). She also volunteers at the elementary school and supports Unified Sports Programs at DPHS. After high school, Brooklyn plans to play basketball and study Special Education.
Dillon has a 4.0 GPA and has also earned 9 Varsity letters (Football, Wrestling, and Golf). He volunteers for his wrestling community and DECA. Dillon will attend Montana State University, where he was awarded the Achievement Award Scholarship.
We continue to be impressed by our youth and their excellence! We wish these seniors the best of luck on their adventures post-high school!
Congratulations to our Rotary student of the month, Katie Nelson!
Katie isn't just involved; she excels. From leading the band as drum major and showing livestock in FFA, to achieving a blue belt in jujutsu and placing 3rd place in state wrestling, Katie does it all. Plus, she's dedicated 81+ hours to community service, is active in 4H, and finds time to help her grandparents. Additionally, Katie is a trapshooter and National Honor Society member! Her plans after high school? Katie plans to either earn her AA in Biology or head straight to WSU to study Animal Science (dairy & nutrition) while continuing their wrestling career. What an amazing example of dedication and passion! Way to go, Katie!
Home Link hosted their amazing annual career fair for secondary students. Students had the opportunity to explore a variety of careers, learn from industry experts, and ask all their questions.
