Deer Park FFA was excited to have a horse judging team representing us this year! The team put in a great performance, scoring six classes and presenting two sets of oral reasons. This young team placed 20th out of 35 teams and is already setting goals for next year.
We are proud of all our students' hard work and dedication to the program this year and excited to see what will come next year!
#DeerParkFFA #HorseJudging
We are proud of all our students' hard work and dedication to the program this year and excited to see what will come next year!
#DeerParkFFA #HorseJudging
This last week, our very own Deer Park softball player, Lucy Lathrop, was named a WIAA/Gesa Credit Union Athlete of the Week! This award is designed to honor student-athletes across the state for their outstanding performances and impactful contributions in their communities. We are incredibly proud of Lucy’s hard work, leadership, and the way she represents Deer Park.
#DPHS #Softball #WIAA #AthleteOfTheWeek
FFA horticulture students have been busy learning how to germinate plants, maintain records, care for various species, and develop marketing strategies in preparation for our annual spring plant sale. A major highlight was seeing our high school students host over 40 preschool students! Our members taught them how to transplant a flower, which each preschooler was then able to take home. Before heading back to their classroom, the kids took a tour of the greenhouse to learn about the different flowers and vegetables growing inside. It was a wonderful day of mentorship and learning!
#DeerParkFFA #Horticulture #LearningInAction #FutureFarmers
#DeerParkFFA #Horticulture #LearningInAction #FutureFarmers
Deer Park FFA is in full swing this spring! Between traveling for competitions, sharpening skills at leadership events, and putting in hours at the greenhouse, our members have been staying incredibly busy.
A highlight from March was the State Trapshooting competition in East Wenatchee; in a field of 63 teams from across the state, Deer Park put on a fantastic showing and placed in the top 20. More FFA highlights are to come!
#DeerParkFFA #StateTrapshooting
Please join us in welcoming Sven Jeuschede to our program!
Coach Jeuschede brings a wealth of high-level experience to our team. After a successful college career playing for Montana State University, Billings, Sven moved to Germany to play professionally. Following his professional career, he returned to MSU Billings to complete his education and begin his coaching journey.
Sven’s coaching background is diverse, ranging from middle school boys and girls to serving as an assistant coach at the collegiate level for his alma mater. He comes to us with a deep passion for the game and a sincere desire to help young athletes excel both on and off the court. Welcome, Coach J!
Coach Jeuschede brings a wealth of high-level experience to our team. After a successful college career playing for Montana State University, Billings, Sven moved to Germany to play professionally. Following his professional career, he returned to MSU Billings to complete his education and begin his coaching journey.
Sven’s coaching background is diverse, ranging from middle school boys and girls to serving as an assistant coach at the collegiate level for his alma mater. He comes to us with a deep passion for the game and a sincere desire to help young athletes excel both on and off the court. Welcome, Coach J!
Earlier this month, our FFA students competed in the annual Spokane Junior Livestock Show. It was a fantastic success with many students placing in both fitting and showmanship. Some major highlights for Deer Park included earning Reserve Grand Champion in Freshman/Sophomore Fitting and Showing, Reserve Grand Champion in Prospect Lambs, and Reserve Grand Champion in Carcass Swine. Additionally, our State Livestock Judging team put in an incredible performance, placing 10th overall against a competitive field of 48 other teams. What an awesome experience for these hard-working students!
#DeerParkFFA #SpokaneJuniorLivestockShow
#DeerParkFFA #SpokaneJuniorLivestockShow
Taylor Lyons is the new Deer Park High School Girls' Basketball Head Coach! A 3rd-generation Stag, Coach Lyons was a key player for our second state appearance in 2020 (her mom being a part of the first state appearance back in 1990) and has been part of the program's coaching staff since 2022. She knows our players, our history, and what it takes to win. Please join us in welcoming Coach Lyons back to the hardwood to lead the Lady Stags into a bright new era!
#DPSD #GirlsBasketball #HeadCoach
#DPSD #GirlsBasketball #HeadCoach
Deer Park High School senior, Austin Cohrs, represented us at the All-State Solo and Ensemble competitions this past weekend. Austin was among 21 of the top alto saxophone soloists in the state and earned a superior (top score) rating from all three of his judges.
He plans to continue his musical pursuits at Whitworth University next year on alto saxophone and French horn.
Congratulations, Austin, on your superior performance at state!
#DPHS #StagPride #StudentSuccess #MusicEducation
He plans to continue his musical pursuits at Whitworth University next year on alto saxophone and French horn.
Congratulations, Austin, on your superior performance at state!
#DPHS #StagPride #StudentSuccess #MusicEducation
This past weekend, Deer Park High School participated in Spokane’s annual “Steps for Autism” 5K walk. The event, organized by the Northwest Autism Center, helps build a more inclusive and supportive community for individuals and families affected by autism.
What an awesome way to spend the weekend in our community!
#StepsForAutism #Community #DPHS
What an awesome way to spend the weekend in our community!
#StepsForAutism #Community #DPHS
Today, Deer Park High School hosted a truly special event, Prom Spectacular!
This high school ASB event brought together students from 10 other school districts across our region for a day of connection, joy, and community. Prom Spectacular creates a meaningful opportunity to support and celebrate students with disabilities in an inclusive, uplifting environment.
Thanks to proceeds from the Father-Daughter Dance, all students were able to attend at no cost.
What a glorious day for everyone!
#PromSpectacular #Community #DeerParkSchools #DPHS
DPHS students Jacey Boesel and Parker Russell were recognized by the Greater Spokane League (GSL) for their academic excellence! Student athletes are awarded this recognition based on GPA, rigorous courses (e.g., College in the HS courses), and athletic awards. Congratuations! Way to go, Stags!
Congratulations to DPHS's Spokane Scholars! These scholars were recognized for their academic excellence in the following areas on Monday evening at the Spokane Convention Center, along with 34 other high schools in the region:
English - Christopher Heath
Fine Arts - Emily Harris
Math - Ava Berg
Science - Jacey Boesel
Social Studies - Andrew Feist
World Languages - Bailey Barton
Way to demonstrate academic excellence, Stags! #academicexcellence #inspireexcellence
English - Christopher Heath
Fine Arts - Emily Harris
Math - Ava Berg
Science - Jacey Boesel
Social Studies - Andrew Feist
World Languages - Bailey Barton
Way to demonstrate academic excellence, Stags! #academicexcellence #inspireexcellence
Strong Schools Build Strong Communities! DPHS DECA invited the community and business owners to learn about the businesses led and run by DECA students. Mayor Verzal, three City Council members, several business owners, and community members visited the high school to learn more. Student businesses include a Jitter-Bucks (coffee), Stag Prints (stag.prints@dpsdmail.org), DP custumz (manufacturing), Stag Box (Stag Merchandise), Very Vendy (vending services). Did you know that by using the student-run businesses, the proceeds directly support the students? This enables the students to continue to compete at the state, national, and international levels and represent Deer Park across the world. Our students are preparing for college, career, and life!
Summer EBT Program/Sun Bucks
States can provide $40 per summer month per child to families with eligible school-age children for them to buy groceries, similar to how USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are used.
If you didn’t fill out a free or reduced lunch form this year because school meals are already free, you could be missing out on the new Summer EBT Program! Students who qualify for Free or Reduced school meals at Deer Park Elementary, Arcadia Elementary, Deer Park Middle School, and Deer Park High School are eligible to receive $120 for summer groceries.
To qualify for Summer EBT, families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meals application.
Questions?
Call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230
Applications are available at any school office or you can request to have one sent home with your student.
States can provide $40 per summer month per child to families with eligible school-age children for them to buy groceries, similar to how USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are used.
If you didn’t fill out a free or reduced lunch form this year because school meals are already free, you could be missing out on the new Summer EBT Program! Students who qualify for Free or Reduced school meals at Deer Park Elementary, Arcadia Elementary, Deer Park Middle School, and Deer Park High School are eligible to receive $120 for summer groceries.
To qualify for Summer EBT, families must complete the Free and Reduced Price Meals application.
Questions?
Call the SUN Bucks Contact Center at 833-543-3230
Applications are available at any school office or you can request to have one sent home with your student.
Deer Park High School DECA is having a successful year of growth and service. Between managing five student stores, concessions, and leading community initiatives like Night at the North Pole, our 46 members have demonstrated exceptional leadership. A major highlight was meeting with Mayor Verzal to officially declare November as DECA Month for the city of Deer Park!
Our competitive success continues with 27 State qualifiers and 9 students advancing to the International competition in Atlanta this April. Additionally, 25 students gained professional hospitality and sports marketing experience through partnerships that included the Spokane Chiefs and Davenport Grand.
Local leaders and business owners are invited to our Community Business Tour on April 16 to see our operations in action.
Thank you for all the support from our parents and community!
#DECA #DPHS #StagPride
Our competitive success continues with 27 State qualifiers and 9 students advancing to the International competition in Atlanta this April. Additionally, 25 students gained professional hospitality and sports marketing experience through partnerships that included the Spokane Chiefs and Davenport Grand.
Local leaders and business owners are invited to our Community Business Tour on April 16 to see our operations in action.
Thank you for all the support from our parents and community!
#DECA #DPHS #StagPride
How do we ensure ALL DPSD students are ready and successful for college, career, and life? 🎓Educators, leaders, community members, and even a recent graduate came together to answer that exact question.
Using community feedback, research, and our district’s strategic priorities, this team worked collaboratively to define the skills and characteristics our students need to be ready for their future.
We want all DPSD students to be:
- Confident, independent, and self-reliant
- Critical thinkers & problem solvers
- Personally and socially accountable
- Effective communicators
- Flexible and adaptable
- Contributing members to society and the community
We’re grateful for the voices, perspectives, and passion that made this work possible. This is how strong communities build strong future-ready students in Deer Park. 💙
#DPSD #ProfileOfAGraduate #FutureReady #CommunityDriven
Using community feedback, research, and our district’s strategic priorities, this team worked collaboratively to define the skills and characteristics our students need to be ready for their future.
We want all DPSD students to be:
- Confident, independent, and self-reliant
- Critical thinkers & problem solvers
- Personally and socially accountable
- Effective communicators
- Flexible and adaptable
- Contributing members to society and the community
We’re grateful for the voices, perspectives, and passion that made this work possible. This is how strong communities build strong future-ready students in Deer Park. 💙
#DPSD #ProfileOfAGraduate #FutureReady #CommunityDriven
🎶 Huge congratulations to the DPSD Band on an incredible weekend! 🎉
Students brought home 1st place and silver ratings in all categories, plus the Spirit of the Festival Award! 🌟
Special shoutout to Austin Cohrs, who earned the Maestro Award—and an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall! 👏🎼
The trip was full of amazing experiences:
• A warm welcome dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Exploring MoPop Friday morning
• Trip to the Seattle Aquarium after the state competition
• A delicious pasta dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Outstanding performances Saturday from Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Choir
• Fun at Westfield Southcenter and a memorable awards banquet & ball
Thank you to our incredible community for your continued support of student activities like these—made possible through local levy funding. We are so proud of our students! 💙
Students brought home 1st place and silver ratings in all categories, plus the Spirit of the Festival Award! 🌟
Special shoutout to Austin Cohrs, who earned the Maestro Award—and an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall! 👏🎼
The trip was full of amazing experiences:
• A warm welcome dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Exploring MoPop Friday morning
• Trip to the Seattle Aquarium after the state competition
• A delicious pasta dinner (Thank you, Boosters!)
• Outstanding performances Saturday from Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Choir
• Fun at Westfield Southcenter and a memorable awards banquet & ball
Thank you to our incredible community for your continued support of student activities like these—made possible through local levy funding. We are so proud of our students! 💙
Representative Andrew Engell, who represents the 9th Legislative District, visited Mr. Wrigley's political science class at Deer Park High School. Representative Engell stated, "The students were very engaged with deep and sometimes difficult questions that showed their understanding of civics and current events." Representative Engell stated that meeting with the students gives him hope! He enjoyed interacting with the next generation of leaders and sees them preparing to make a difference and bring accountability to the government. Thank you for visiting Deer Park High School, Representative Engell!
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
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
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! 👏
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! 👏
