DPE 1st graders sold the most Butter Braids (sweet pastries) at DPE and were rewarded with putting a pie in their teacher's face!
Want to learn more about how WA schools are funded? Learn more here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2495/dpsd/4350105/Web_Version_-_Funding_FAQs.pdf
K-5 students are invited to DPHS's Night at the North Pole, hosted by DECA on December 18 from 6-8 pm. *Donations to support children are also being accepted at the high school (contact: laura.west@dpsdmail.org)
School Funding: Do you know how schools are funded and what the current reality is for WA state schools? Learn more here: https://www.waschoolfunding.org/
Schools do not receive any funding for capital projects, renovations, or updates to HVAC, etc. from the state.
DPSD staff wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving!
The Facilities Advisory Committee will be meeting on Monday, Dec. 2. We'd like your input! Please join us!
In the event of a school delay or closure, families will be notified no later than 6:00 am via social media, the DPSD website, email, Deer Park School District App notification, robocall, and local news stations. Please be safe! Link here: https://5il.co/28lnn
November 13 is World Kindness Day! The day promotes kindness, empathy, and goodwill. Share your ideas that encourage us to go beyond our daily routines and make a positive difference in the lives of others. If you would like some ideas here are some: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/printables/2024-25_Kindness_Calendar_for_Schools.pdf
Remembering and honoring our veterans. Thank you for your service!
Each of our schools honored and remembered veterans today. Students learned about the meaning of Veteran's Day, each of the armed forces, and expressed gratitude to all veterans. May you remain in our hearts as we are grateful for your service!
Just a reminder: Picture Retake Day - Wednesday Nov 6th
Public schools like ours are the heart of our community and shape the future for our kids. Our kids are our future and have dreams and aspirations! Many thanks to Deer Park Schools for ensuring the future by inspiring excellence! Meet some of our successful Deer Park graduates who were inspired by the education they received in Deer Park Schools. #inspiringexcellence, #futurestartshere, #DPSDpride, #wecreatedreams #deerparkstrong
Enjoy! https://youtu.be/PSHx0tacRHk
As the Deer Park Stags get ready to play in the "Battle of the Horns" this Friday night (10/25/2024), please see the reminder about fan conduct and expectations from Dr. Allman and the district.
Retired principal and Deer Park citizen Joe Feist speaks about the importance of the re-prioritized school bond for students and the community. https://youtu.be/i_5OCCR211A
Friday, October 25: Battle of the Horns, 7:00 pm. Go Stags!
Arcadia principal Lori Burke speaks about the space concerns at Arcadia Elementary. Learn how the bond supports student safety and learning by addressing the need for growth and improvements in our schools. https://youtu.be/cIBSFtM3icI
Check out the progress on the varsity softball field! The fencing, backstop, dugout foundation, asphalt, and irrigation are complete! Many thanks to the capital projects team, school board, and the facilities advisory committee for making this project possible!
Meet Deer Park graduate and successful business owner, Kelsie Carlson! Kelsie speaks about the importance of the school bond and how it supports the Deer Park community. Deer Park Schools heard your feedback and made it a priority to reduce the bond ask , focusing on what’s best for our students and community while staying fiscally responsible. Thank you for your continued support in making Deer Park a place where we all thrive! https://youtu.be/GGlvriH6OTg
Our dedicated and committed pre-K - 12 staff spent Friday learning today at DPHS!
