The ECEAP staff had the opportunity to attend a conscious discipline training this last Thursday and Friday. Conscious discipline is an approach to behavior and social-emotional learning that focuses on helping children develop self-regulation, emotional intelligence, and positive relationships. How cool!

#ECEAP #DPSD #DisciplineTraining
about 1 month ago, DPSD
ECEAP Discipline Training
ECEAP Discipline Training
ECEAP Discipline Training
We are proud to recognize three outstanding Deer Park Elementary staff members who were recently honored by the Board of Directors for going truly Above and Beyond for students, Wendy Bennett-Hill, Shelley Pajimola, & Shelly McLean. 💙

Whether it’s offering extra care and emotional support, being present and engaged with students out on the playground during recess, or providing meaningful instructional support in the classroom—each of these individuals consistently shows what it means to put students first.

Their compassion, dedication, and commitment to student success do not go unnoticed. Thank you for making a difference every single day and for helping create a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment for all learners. 🌟

#AboveAndBeyond #DeerParkPride #StudentFirst
about 1 month ago, DPSD
Above and Beyond Award
At the annual Eastern Washington Regional Science & Engineering Fair, Deer Park 7th-grader, Olivia Jarvis (O.J.) was awarded the ONR Naval Science Award for Cytogenetics Explained.
Held annually at WSU, Spokane, the fair brings together 6th - 12th grade students to promote the development of communication, decision-making, and critical thinking skills.
O.J. was one of only five middle school students among the 100 competitors there. She presented her research to three individual judges and engaged with the public, confidently explaining her project and answering questions.
Congratualtions O.J.! Looking forward to seeing what you'll do for your 2027 project!

#EWRSEF #ONRNavalScienceAward #CytogeneticsExplained #DPMS
about 1 month ago, DPSD
Middle School EWRSEF competition
Middle School EWRSEF competition
Middle School EWRSEF competition
Middle School EWRSEF competition

It was a fun-filled and delicious evening last Thursday for Deer Park 3rd and 4th-graders!
For the Future Chefs cook-off, Arcadia received 40 great recipe submissions. This year’s theme, “Choose a favorite recipe from a country or culture,” inspired creativity and variety, with 6 finalists selected to participate.
A special thank you to our High School volunteers, our kitchen staff, and judges for making this event possible. We also appreciate the teachers, administration, and parents who came to cheer the contestants on!
Congratulations to all of our Future Chefs!

#FutureChefs #Arcadia #DPSD

about 1 month ago, DPSD
Future Cheifs Cook-Off
Future Cheifs Cook-Off
Future Cheifs Cook-Off
Future Cheifs Cook-Off
Future Cheifs Cook-Off
With lots of hard work, Deer Park 4th Grade Math is Cool places 3rd in their division.
Hazel Hogan from Ms. Conroy's class placed 6th individually, and Hadlee Burns from Ms. McKenzie's class placed 13th!
Awesome work, you guys, we are so proud of you!

#MathIsCool #FourthGrade #DPSD
about 1 month ago, DPSD
4TH Grade Math Is Cool
4TH Grade Math Is Cool
It was Spirit Week this past week for Home Link. For "Favorite Storybook Character Day," Colleen and Donelle embrace the role of Thing 1 and Thing 2 from Dr. Seuss, complete with homemade wigs!
In "Crafts from around the World," Mrs. Moss is teaching her students about Mexico as they create and stuff their own piñatas, with full intent on destroying them soon. What fun!

#HomeLink #DeerPark #SpiritWeek #WorldCrafts
about 1 month ago, DPSD
Spirit Week - dress up and crafts
Spirit Week - dress up and crafts
High School Basketball Head Coaches needed for the 2026 - 2027 school year!
Join our team and make an impact on and off the court!
Please see the link for more information - https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/1585

#DPHS #Basketball #CoachesNeeded
about 1 month ago, DPSD
High School Basketball Coaches needed!
Exciting learning is happening in Ms. Conroy’s 4th-grade classroom! Students are building an understanding of benchmarks and equivalent fractions as they work to accurately place fractions on a number line. Through engaging, hands-on activities like these, students are strengthening collaboration skills while applying their knowledge and deepening their understanding.

#StudentLearning #FourthGrade #DPSD
about 1 month ago, DPSD
4TH Grade Fraction Learning
4TH Grade Fraction Learning
4TH Grade Fraction Learning
Our third graders at Arcadia Elementary recently enjoyed an engaging field trip to the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture and the Campbell House.
At the MAC, students explored the interactive exhibit “Brick by Brick: We Built This City,” where seven of Spokane’s iconic landmarks were brought to life using LEGO bricks. Each model was thoughtfully paired with historical insights from the Joel E. Ferris Archives along with real-life photographs, helping students make meaningful connections between the past and present. Through this experience, students gained a deeper understanding of how architecture has shaped our local community.
The learning continued with a tour of the historic Campbell House, where students stepped back in time to explore daily life in the early 1900s. This immersive experience offered a glimpse into what a household looked like around 1910, bringing history to life in a memorable and meaningful way.

#DPSD #ARC #ThridGrade #FieldTrip
about 1 month ago, DPSD
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP
FIELD TRIP

Students at DPMS who earned a plus card by having one tardy or less, no referrals, and no Ds or Fs per academic quarter were rewarded with a special field trip. Students also earn SpikeBucks by being respectful, responsible, and safe within the building. Thank you, students, for inspiring excellence! Way to go!

about 1 month ago, DPSD
Spike Bucks
Spike Bucks
Spike Bucks
Spike Bucks
Our very own, Aubrey Longly, was sponsored by Representative Andrew Engell in Olympia for a week through the Page program. We are so proud of Aubrey, and thank you to Representative Engell for hosting her! To watch Aubrey in action, watch here: https://www.youtube.com/live/iGt8A1NAU2Y. To learn more about the WA state legislature's Page Program, https://leg.wa.gov/learn-and-participate/civic-education-programs/page-program/.
about 1 month ago, DPSD
Longly in Olympia Page program
Longly in Olympia Page program
Longly in Olympia Page program
Longly in Olympia Page program
Longly in Olympia Page program
This week, in honor of Support Professionals Week, we celebrated our amazing classified staff. Our teachers and staff did a marvelous job in putting together meaningful ways to recognize the ongoing support and impact our classified team brings to our schools.

#ClassifiedAppreciation #ESPWeek2026 #DPSD
about 1 month ago, DPSD
Classified Staff Appreciation
Classified Staff Appreciation
Classified Staff Appreciation
Classified Staff Appreciation

Reminder - No school this Friday, March 13th! Enjoy the long weekend!

about 2 months ago, DPSD
LID
Here at Deer Park School District, we love our Education Support Professionals! Thank you for all you do to help keep our schools running smoothly each and every day. We are so grateful for you!

#DPSD #ESPWeek2026
about 2 months ago, DPSD
PSE
Third-grade students have been putting their engineering skills to the test! For a Cardboard Arcade project, students used recycled materials to design and build their own interactive arcade games for others to play and enjoy.
It’s exciting to see students learning, creating, and problem-solving in such innovative ways!

#DeerParkArcadia #CardboardArcade #ThirdGradeSTEAM
about 2 months ago, DPSD
STEAM
STEAM
STEAM
STEAM
STEAM
STEAM
Congratulations to our newest Rotary Student of the Month, Nevaeh Lee, a student known for sharing a friendly hello in the hallways and showing incredible growth and confidence throughout her high school years.

She is actively involved in ASB and the Drama Program, where she especially enjoys playing the funny roles on stage. She loves being part of the high school community and appreciates the supportive staff and leadership, including Principal Mr. Heuett.

After graduation, she plans to attend Gonzaga University and pursue her longtime dream of becoming an elementary school teacher. In her free time, she enjoys drama, theater, and watching shows.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition, Nevaeh! 👏
about 2 months ago, DPSD
rotary SOM
rotary SOM
Good news this week from the Arcadia included some fun projects for both the fourth- and fifth-grade students.
Fifth-grade STEAM students participated in a Shark Tank-style presentation. Each student was to pitch their idea to the class, clearly explaining the problem their product solves, how it works, and why consumers would want to buy it.
Meanwhile, Fourth-grade students stepped into roles as archaeologists for their Archaeologist Diorama project. Each student recreated what they believed a certain area of the world may have looked like in the past.
The students' innovation, confidence, and persuasive skills were on full display. What a fun and hands-on way to learn!

#DeerParkArcadia #FifthGradeProjects #FourthGradeProjects
about 2 months ago, DPSD
45
45
45

Today, we celebrate our incredible maintenance workers! John, David, Conner, Shaun, Justin, and Wes work hard to keep over 90 acres and 400,000 square feet of buildings safe and ready for learning for both our students and our staff. With over 160 years of combined experience in the feild they take challenges head on, adapting continually to the different needs and repairs our grounds and buildings need. Thank you for everything you guys do!

#DPSD #Maintenance #AppreciationDay

about 2 months ago, DPSD
Maint.
Lady Stags with a WIN 67-32! Congratulations to Kaitlyn Reiter, Sportsmanship Award Winner! Many thanks to the band and cheerleaders for showing your Stag Pride! Keep it going, Stags!
about 2 months ago, DPSD
State basketball
Stags basketball
state bball
state bball
state bball
state bball

Last Friday, Home Link students and parents had a fantastic time at their annual Skate Night at Pattison's North Skating Park. Such a fun evening of laughter, connection, and community!
In dance class, Ezra is learning to sway his muleta for this spring’s recital, where the other dancers will be the bulls. It’s going to be a blast!

#HomeLink #Highlights #CommunityFun

about 2 months ago, DPSD
HL
Dance HL