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.
We are so proud of our DPMS and DPHS musicians! The DPHS and DPMS choirs, along with the 7th and 8th grade bands, earned a Superior rating—a major achievement that highlights the strength of our music programs here at Deer Park! Our students did a fantastic job representing Deer Park. Way to go!
This spring, we are also excited to host webinars featuring the Screenagers series, a documentary series that explores the impact of screen time, social media, gaming, and digital balance on youth and families. These films provide valuable insights and practical strategies to help families navigate the challenges of growing up in a digital world. Feel free to share this information with others!
Wednesday, April 16: Screenagers 1, 4:00 pm (Growing Up in the Digital Age)
Zoom: https://dpsd-org.zoom.us/j/87622661368
Wednesday, April 23: Screenagers 2, 4:00 pm (Screenagers: The Next Chapter)
Zoom: https://dpsd-org.zoom.us/j/82845475361
Wednesday, April 30: Screenagers 3, 4:00 pm (Screenagers: Under the Influence)
Zoom: https://dpsd-org.zoom.us/j/83854583769
This past weekend, the Deer Park Key Club attended the Pacific Northwest District Convention in Seattle, WA, and we are thrilled to share our amazing accomplishments!
Our club was recognized for several outstanding achievements:
- 20% Member Increase – We hit this milestone and are growing stronger than ever!
- Early Bird Patch – Thanks to our members registering early, we earned this recognition for our banner.
- Early DCON Registration – We registered early for the convention, earning ribbons for our badges!
- On-Time Secretary Reports – A special shoutout to our Secretary, Piper Luginbill, who consistently submits reports on time every month! She’s also responsible for so much more behind the scenes.
- Treasurer’s Prestigious Award – Our Treasurer was awarded a prestigious honor for his exceptional service to Key Club. This award is selected by the District 4 officers and governor based on a detailed review of his contributions throughout the year. Out of hundreds of Treasurers in the Pacific Northwest Key Clubs, this recognition speaks volumes about his dedication and service to others.
We are so proud of our entire club for their hard work, commitment, and the positive impact they continue to make in the Deer Park community and beyond.
We are excited to share that the DPHS Band earned a "Superior" rating from all three judges at the Spokane Falls Community College Band Festival! Impressively, their performance would have qualified for a superior rating in the 3A/4A/Private School category as well.
As part of their experience, students had the opportunity to participate in a clinic with Dr. Danh Pham, the Director of Bands at WSU and Music Director of the CDA Symphony. This was a valuable chance for our students to engage with an expert and deepen their musical skills.
Our students showcased an incredible dedication to learning and becoming the best versions of themselves, and they represented Deer Park School District with pride and excellence.
Congratulations to all the band members for their hard work and achievement!
We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our Homelink Writing Contest! Open to 3rd through 12th graders, there were 22 amazing entries. Students were challenged to write a narrative story on any topic in 1000 words or fewer. A huge thank you to our community partners, Joyco Drilling and Calista Wallick with Kelly Right Real Estate, for funding this contest!
Congratulations, Lilianna Emmans, Daphne Midkiff, Lily Boyer, Stefani Liddell, Sam Emmans, Josie Longly, Cadi Emmans, Ethan Richardson, and Charlene Hatley!!!
Message from the Deer Park School District Transportation Department, on Friday, March 28, 1:35 pm:
The phones and internet are down at the transportation facility due to an outage in the area. Last-minute transportation requests will not be able to be accommodated.
Congratulations to our National Honor Society Seniors! The National Honor Society recognizes high school students who uphold these four principles or pillars: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These students excel academically by maintaining a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA and demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning. They are leaders in their school and community by inspiring their peers through action and promoting positive change. These students often step outside of themselves to see and meet the needs of others. Character is the essence of who we are. By making the commitment to ethical and compassionate decision-making, these students positively impact themselves and all those around them to create a better world.
Read all about what's happening in the school district! Spring 2025 newsletter here: https://5il.co/3bjtl
All newsletters: https://www.dpsd.org/o/dpsd/page/community-newsletters
DPSD Spring Break Schedule for pre-K - 12 (not Home Link):
March 31 - April 2: Full days for students
April 2 - 3: Conferences into the evening (staff)
April 3: No students
April 4: No School
Congratulations to our Future Chef contestants (and Sodexo for sponsoring)! Chloe Brown took first place with her Cheesecake Crepes, Marcus Perry secured second place with his World's Best Pizza Casserole and Cami Smiley scooted into 3rd place with her Fried Rice. Our runners-up were Zoey Schneider, Dexter Jarvis, and Beatrice Smith. Congratulations to all of you and kudos to all students for your bravery and participation in this fun event!
Many thanks to Mr. Dysart and the middle school students who visited Arcadia to highlight the amazing music program at DPMS!
🎬 Join NEWESD 101 for a free, special screening of the award-winning film "COUNTED OUT" at Talbott Event Center! Math matters in all facets of our lives!
🗓 Date: March 31, 2025
🕕 Time: 6-8 p.m.
📍 Location: 4202 S. Regal Street, Spokane, WA 99223
RSVP is required – reserve your spot today at https://bit.ly/4kSwKci
The film explores the powerful impact of math on society, highlighting its importance in shaping our future. As Julia Angwin said: “Our inability, as citizens, to speak the language that is math is truly risky to us as a society.”
View film trailer at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5a2la9WTtY
#CountedOut #MathIsPower #NEWESD101 #FilmScreening #SpokaneEvents #northeastwa #waedu
Many thanks to our bus drivers for participating in driver training this morning! We appreciate you keeping our students safe and driving them to and from school each day. We also see the need for an indoor bathroom. It has been a pretty cold winter the past few months!
