Deer Park Middle School

Nick "Coach" Brown - Celebration of Life Ceremony file:///C:/Users/vicki.offerdahl/Downloads/In%20Loving%20Memory%20of%20Nick%20Brown%20(8).pdf It is my privilege to pass on from the family this invitation to the Celebration of Life service for Nick Brown. The ceremony will be this Friday, March 24th at 6:30 at Deer Park High School. Students and their families are welcome to attend, as we remember Coach Brown together. Thank you Ohana! Tim Olietti Principal Deer Park Middle School Go Spikes! IMUA

It's Scholastic Book Fair time! Students can purchase books during school March 27th - 30th. The book fair will also be open during the spring celebration March 29th from 4:00pm-7:30pm come experience the excitement all over again with your kids. Feel free to purchase books online or in person. Every purchase supports our school. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/deerparkmiddleschool2

The last 25 shirts left in the office. All Adult size large. “For Coach Brown” T-shirts for purchase by students and families in the MS office for $3.00. Any money collected above that amount will be donated to the Brown Family.

Archery Tournament: Middle School student please arrive at DPMS by 7:00 AM Saturday, March 11th for registration. We shoot at 8:00 am sharp.

Want to know where the next sporting event is at? Click on the link attached to find out. https://arbiterlive.com/Teams?entityId=33668

Due to some dangerous weather conditions this winter that required us to close schools, we've made some changes to the 2022-23 school calendar. Click the following link to learn more: https://www.dpsd.org/article/1030332

“For Coach Brown” T-shirts for purchase by students and families in the MS office for $3.00. Any money collected above that amount will be donated to the Brown Family.

Grieving Together... DPMS Families, I want to inform you that it was with deep grief and sadness that we shared with students this morning that Mr. Nick Brown passed away at his home with family this past Saturday evening. You will recall that it was just over five weeks ago that I shared that Mr. Brown had been valiantly battling cancer for the past three years. This is what we shared with students in their 1st period classes: It is with great sadness that I have to inform you that Mr. Brown passed away this weekend on Saturday evening. As most of you know, Mr. Brown had been boldly fighting cancer for the last three years, when he took a turn for the worse in January. His family was with him Saturday and he was a warrior to the very end! No doubt many of you may have upset feelings and questions about Mr. Brown’s death. I will try to answer what I can and we can use as much class time to do so, as needed. At times like this, it is okay to cry and normal to have many different feelings, including sadness, anger, and disbelief. It is also normal if it doesn’t hit you right away, these feelings can creep up when we least expect it. Together, we can talk about whatever you may need or want to talk about. If I can not answer your questions, or you would like to talk to someone else, there are counselors and other support staff in the library and Mrs. Rosenberger’s room throughout the day. If you would like to go to talk to someone in these support rooms you may do so now. DPMS is greatly impacted and saddened by the loss of our teacher, coach, colleague and friend! Our commitment to Ohana (family) and Laulima (working together) will be tested and fortified as we navigate this together. Our DPSD Crisis Intervention Team has provided additional counseling and staff to adequately support students and staff today and tomorrow. In addition, we will continue to monitor them in the days and weeks ahead to support them in the grieving process. We strongly encourage you to speak with your child tonight about this situation and how it specifically is impacting them. You may find this resource helpful to your child during this difficult time. https://grievingstudents.org Our sincere condolences and prayers are with Mr. Brown’s family as they deal with the stinging loss of their husband, son and brother. Most Sincerely, Mr. Olietti

Deer Park Schools will be CLOSED today. We've got some treacherous road conditions and several (blocking) road accidents throughout the district. Please be safe out there!

Deer Park School District will be running on a two-hour late start today! We believe the delayed start time will allow plow crews and our facilities crews to address significant snow accumulations on the roads and around buildings.

PIE or Parents in Education meeting here at DPMS at 6:30 to about 8:00 on Thursday, February 23rd.

We're going to see some bitterly cold temperatures in the mornings both tomorrow and Friday! Please bundle your children up - especially if they're walking to school or waiting outside at a bus stop. More information at the following link - https://www.dpsd.org/article/1012155

The first is for 8th grade families. Today is the first day of 8th grade basketball. Practice is from 3:00 - 5:00 with the girls at DPMS and the boys at Arcadia.

8th Bxb & Parents in Education (PIE) Meeting Thursday! Good Monday evening DPMS families. I trust that you are well and the four day weekend provided some opportunity for something memorable or at least restful. This message is to inform you of some upcoming events this week here at DPMS. - The first is for 8th grade families. Tomorrow is the first day of 8th grade basketball. Practice is from 3:00 - 5:00 with the girls at DPMS and the boys at Arcadia. - Next, is a reminder that Wednesday is once again a one hour late start. DPMS doors open at 9:06! - Lastly I wanted to invite all who are available to another PIE or Parents in Education meeting here at DPMS at 6:30 to about 8:00 on Thursday, February 23rd. Come and hear updates, ask questions, and of course eat some pie! We will also spend time specifically talking about our "Parent Group", including ways to be involved and basic fundraising opportunities. I truly hope many of you can join us! Thank you for your time and have a great rest of your night...and Go Spikes! Tim Olietti Principal Deer Park Middle School Go Spikes! IMUA!

Just a reminder of the Awards Assembly Friday 10, 2023. Note: different times for grade levels. Awards Assemblies: 7th - 12:40 6th - 1:25 8th - 2:10

1st Semester Awards - Next Friday, Feb 10th Good evening DPMS families. This message is to invite you to our first semester awards assemblies. These will take place next Friday, February 10th. If your child is scheduled to get a special award you will receive a second call with a specific invitation to their assembly. I also want to encourage you to download our new website app as we try to do a better job pushing relevant information to you in a timely manner. Click this https://www.dpsd.org/article/947066 to get more information. Thank you for all your support and I hope you have a great weekend! Take care and Go Spikes! Friday, February 10th Awards Assemblies: 7th - 12:40 6th - 1:25 8th - 2:10 Tim Olietti Principal Deer Park Middle School Go Spikes! IMUA! Tim Olietti Principal Deer Park Middle School Go Spikes! IMUA!

Please read this important message from our Principal Mr. Olietti. Click the link below: https://www.dpsd.org/o/dpm/article/975463

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27TH End of 1st Semester - Half Day - Middle School release of students 12:00 noon Special Hat Day 15 spike bucks

Reminder tomorrow, 01/25/2023, is last day to turn in work for grading

If you missed the robocall click the link for details. https://www.dpsd.org/o/dpm/article/968168