Deer Park Elementary

Did you know that the district will appoint a 10-member, independent Community Levy Oversight Committee to ensure accountability and fiscal transparency throughout the duration of the levy? To learn more about the committee or if you are interested in serving, contact Dr. Allman (alexa.allman@dpsdmail.org). Click here to learn more: https://www.dpsd.org/page/levyoversight

Last week’s family picnic at Deer Park Elementary was a wonderful reminder of what our strategic plan, “Building Bridges, Making Connections,” is all about. It was fantastic to welcome families to our school, share in laughter and conversations, and strengthen the bonds that make our community thrive.

Our goal is to unite schools, families, and the wider community through trust-based partnerships that share responsibility for student success and well-being. Events like the family picnic are more than just fun—they are opportunities to connect, collaborate, and build the relationships that help every student flourish.

Thank you to all the families who joined us and helped make the day memorable. Together, we are building bridges and making connections that last a lifetime!

Did you know that the 42-acre parcel, currently owned by the city, was identified as being the last available site within city limits that could reasonably serve to support a future school site? That’s why the Facilities Advisory Committee prioritized it in the short-term capital levy. Learn more about the project here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/landproject

Many thanks to the Spokesman Review for the article featuring, "‘Our last and best hope’: Deer Park School District asks voters for $14.5M levy to replace aging bus barn, acquire land and other projects." The Deer Park School District will be asking the community to consider a short-term capital levy (4 years) to accomplish projects including district-wide safety and security (phones, intercom, emergency alert system, fencing, etc.), new roof & HVAC system for Arcadia, purchase of the last land available in Deer Park (and completion of the road), and re-building of the transportation facility. https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2025/sep/16/our-last-and-best-hope-deer-park-school-district-a/

🎉 Big news for our second graders at Deer Park Elementary! 🎉

For the next two weeks, we are thrilled to welcome Master Kim and his incredible Taekwondo team to our school! 🥋

Our students won’t just learn self-defense skills—they’ll also practice respect, responsibility, and other life lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.

Plus, each week, students will bring home a fun, quick activity to enjoy with their families! 🏠✨

We can’t wait to see the confidence, strength, and smiles this experience will bring to our Deer Park Elementary second graders! 💪😊

#DeerParkElementary #Taekwondo #LifeLessons #ConfidentKids #FamilyFun

🌟 Kindergarteners are off to a fantastic start! 🌟

Our young learners are completing PBIS Jumpstart, where they’re discovering and practicing our school-wide expectations for the lunchroom and recess. 🥪⛹️‍♂️

We’re so proud of these little leaders for showing kindness, respect, and responsibility every step of the way! 💛

#PBIS #KindergartenLeaders #SchoolSuccess #PositiveBehavior

Preserving our Past. Planning our Future. Did you know that the Deer Park School District has developed a long-range facilities plan that balances facility preservation and planning with an emphasis on keeping tax rates as low as possible for the community? To learn more about the District's intermediate and long-term plans, click here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/longrangeplan

Preserving our Past. Planning our Future. The short-term capital levy will address many preservation projects at Arcadia Elementary, including replacing the 30-yr old roof, 30-yr old gym HVAC units, 30-yr-old flooring, and installation of safety fencing. To learn more about the proposed Arcadia improvements, click here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/arcadiaproject

🎉 Save the Date! 🎉

The DPHS Stag Band Bus is making its debut! Join us for a ribbon cutting hosted by the Chamber and celebrate with us on:

🗓 Date: September 20
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 2 PM
📍 Location: Perrins Field

Enjoy hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and live music while checking out the brand-new Stag Band Bus! 🎶

These pictures are just a sneak peek 👀 — you won’t want to miss the full reveal!

#DPHSStagBand #BandBusDebut #CommunityEvent #RibbonCutting #FamilyFun

The DPSD School Board Meeting will be held at the Transportation Facility on Monday, September 8, at 6:00 pm.
Address: 4729 W Spring Creek Rd. The meeting will begin with a tour of the nearly 100-year-old facility. All are welcome to attend.

How much will my taxes increase if the levy is passed? The short-term, 4-year capital levy is estimated to cost $1.45/$1,000 assessed value. The current bond, which will be paid off after this year, is assessed at $1.03/$1,000. If approved, tax
rates would increase by $0.42/$1,000 over current levels for four years. Spokane County Tax: https://www.spokanecounty.gov/5491/Assessor
Learn more here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/levy2025

Preserving our Past. Planning our Future. Did you know that the four projects included in the short-term capital levy were deemed the highest priority by the community facilities advisory committee? Learn more about their recommendation and the proposed capital levy here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/levy2025

Save the date and share with others! Deer Park School District is hosting a Town Hall with local legislators on September 15 at Deer Park High School. This is your opportunity to hear from local legislators about educational laws. Meet Representative Andrew Engell and Representative Hunter Abell.

Happy Labor Day! Reminder: No School, Monday, September 1

DPSD invests in preserving our facilities as we plan for the future! Many thanks to the maintenance and custodial crew who worked in the heat over the summer to ensure our facilities are maintained, cared for, and ready for the school year! The following projects demonstrate DPSD's commitment to maintaining our facilities, which also has a positive impact on student learning!
Clayton kitchen ($30K)
Clayton storage unit, paving, & fence ($30K)
DPE chiller lines replacement ($95k)
Security cameras installed @ Arcadia, ECEAP, DPE ($35K)
Home Link/Administration exterior paint ($20K)
High school soffit paint ($40K)
Home Link bathroom addition/Admin conference room ($30K)
High school irrigation pump/smart meter ($10K)
High school stadium fencing ($12K)
Bus garage parking lot grading and dust control ($20K)
Bus garage drivers' room remodel and admin office construction ($25K)

Did you hear? The short-term capital levy will invest in critical safety and communication systems across all campuses. Learn more here: https://www.dpsd.org/page/safetyproject

What an amazing first day of school! 🎉 It was wonderful to welcome our students back and see so many smiling faces ready for a new year of learning and growth. The first day always takes a little patience and understanding as students and bus drivers adjust to new routes, classrooms, teachers, and even new schools. Moments like this make it all worthwhile: "Since last year, she has dreamed of riding a bus, and her dream finally came true today." Congratulations to everyone on a fantastic first day of school—we can’t wait to see all the amazing things this year will bring! ✨📚🚌

DPSD is ready and eagerly awaiting students to arrive! Today, all staff joined DPSD's welcome back day. We are so excited for the upcoming school year! Staff were recognized for their years of service with DPSD: 10 years, 20 years, 25 years, and 35 years! We appreciate their commitment, dedication, and service to our students, families, and the community. It's going to be a great year! #inspireexcellence

DPSD families: Please take a moment to review the letter to families from Dr. Allman, Superintendent. https://5il.co/3ojpw
Families: Please ensure your contact information is up to date in Skyward (Family Access) to continue receiving messages from the school district.

DPSD educators returned to school today to launch the new school year! The learning communities focused on the vision, goals, and direction for the year. DPSD's vision is to ensure every student will learn, grow, and do their best. Teams set high goals for student learning, ensuring good teaching and caring relationships. Our schools will be safe, respectful places where all students feel they belong. By working with families and our community and by being open and honest we will build a great future together. #inspireexcellence