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
This morning, our bus drivers got the opportunity to engage in fire safety training. Spokane County Fire District 4 took our bus drivers through a fire-extinguisher simulation, where they had the chance to practice putting out fires on a bus. What a great opportunity!
#SafetyTraining #DPSDBusDrivers
Our third graders rolled up their sleeves for their annual Rake N Run!
Students helped the local community by raking leaves in neighbors’ yards, spreading kindness, and giving back this season.
#CommunityKindness #ArcadiaElementary #RakeNRun
At the Arcadia Elementary, fourth graders in Mrs. Durgin’s class are diving into the theme genre by reading plays, taking on character roles, and exploring scenes and other elements of drama. They’re gaining confidence as readers and performers while bringing each story to life. What an awesome way to learn!
Kindness and doing the right thing are at the heart of everything Chris does. Outside of school, Chris channels his creativity through photography, drawing, and a love of music, capturing the beauty in the world around him.
Congratulations, Chris, on being a shining example of character and community spirit!
Last week, both our Elementary and Middle School students came together in their Veterans Day Assemblies to celebrate and honor our nation’s heroes! With songs, presentations, and performances, our students shared their appreciation for our veterans and reflected on the values of courage, service, and community. We are proud of our students for demonstrating their school spirit and respect in such a meaningful way.
