Even though students are out of school, they are still involved, learning, and growing! On June 27th, Deer Park students Porter Whitmore and Madison Breckner-Lafley, and Reardan students Kashley and Paige, competed at the Washington state 4-H Livestock Judging competition; the team walked away as the STATE Senior Champs! Porter Whitmore and Madison Breckner-Lafley, along with their teammates, are headed to represent WA and judge in Louisville, Kentucky, at the North American International Livestock Exposition in November.
Porter also received overall 5th place high individual livestock senior judge and 5th place overall in oral reasons.
Way to go Stags! We are proud of you!
Porter also received overall 5th place high individual livestock senior judge and 5th place overall in oral reasons.
Way to go Stags! We are proud of you!
The Deer Park School District Board of Directors is seeking to fill an open position. Residents of the school district may apply to fill the unexpired term ending December 2027. Applicants interested in serving must reside in the Deer Park School District #414. The Deer Park School District map is available on the website: www.dpsd.org.
The vacancy on the five-member board will be filled through an application and selection process per Washington State Law. The remaining School Board members will review materials and will conduct an interview with the applicants in an open public meeting. All citizens are invited to nominate candidates for the position, provided that the nominees will be eligible registered voters who reside in the Director district. Deer Park residents who are interested in the vacant seat must submit a letter of interest and resume to: Alexa Allman, alexa.allman@dpsdmail.org or 509-464-5507. Applications are due by July 15, 2026, at 4:00 pm.
A letter of interest must include answers to the following questions:
1. What experiences, talents, skills, and/or knowledge do you bring to the School Board that you would like to highlight?
2. Given what you know of the community of Deer Park and the Deer Park School District, what do you believe one or two of the Board’s primary priorities should be for the next couple of years?
Materials should be delivered to:
Alexa Allman
Deer Park School District
PO Box 490
Deer Park, WA 99006
For more information or to verify your residency in the Deer Park School District, please contact Joanne Greer, joanne.greer@dpsdmail.org or 509-464-5517.
The vacancy on the five-member board will be filled through an application and selection process per Washington State Law. The remaining School Board members will review materials and will conduct an interview with the applicants in an open public meeting. All citizens are invited to nominate candidates for the position, provided that the nominees will be eligible registered voters who reside in the Director district. Deer Park residents who are interested in the vacant seat must submit a letter of interest and resume to: Alexa Allman, alexa.allman@dpsdmail.org or 509-464-5507. Applications are due by July 15, 2026, at 4:00 pm.
A letter of interest must include answers to the following questions:
1. What experiences, talents, skills, and/or knowledge do you bring to the School Board that you would like to highlight?
2. Given what you know of the community of Deer Park and the Deer Park School District, what do you believe one or two of the Board’s primary priorities should be for the next couple of years?
Materials should be delivered to:
Alexa Allman
Deer Park School District
PO Box 490
Deer Park, WA 99006
For more information or to verify your residency in the Deer Park School District, please contact Joanne Greer, joanne.greer@dpsdmail.org or 509-464-5517.
Congratulations Deer Park High School, Class of 2026!
Summer is here! The last day of school is this Wednesday, June 10th!
Pickup times vary with each school -
Elementary & Arcadia: 10:30 AM | Middle & High School: 10:10 AM
Bus pickup to follow shortly.
The first day of school for the 2026 - 27 school year is August 26th.
Wishing everyone a wonderful and safe summer break. See you back in August!
Pickup times vary with each school -
Elementary & Arcadia: 10:30 AM | Middle & High School: 10:10 AM
Bus pickup to follow shortly.
The first day of school for the 2026 - 27 school year is August 26th.
Wishing everyone a wonderful and safe summer break. See you back in August!
This morning, Deer Park High School did their state champion walk for our Unified track and field teams. They performed outstandingly this weekend at State, taking home 2nd place in the SMR, 4th in the 4 x 100, 5th in Shot Put, and 1st in the 100m, along with a state record time of 11.62. Amazing job, you guys!
#UnifiedTrack&Field #StateRecord #DeerParkSchools
#UnifiedTrack&Field #StateRecord #DeerParkSchools
Deer Park FFA presented the Northside Community Voice, local newspaper, with the "Outstanding Service Award" in recognition of the newspaper’s ongoing coverage of Deer Park High School students, Career and Technical Education programs, agricultural education and FFA activities. DPSD values our community partners and businesses who continue to support the students and schools!
Fire District 4 did their senior send-off this morning for Austin Stone! Austin was chosen for this honor because of his perseverance, school spirit, and community involvement.
From DECA and sports team managing to umpiring local fastpitch games, Austin is loved by his peers and staff for his big smile and welcoming attitude. Deer Park High School has been lucky to have him, and he will be greatly missed.
Thank you to Fire District 4 for helping us send him off in style. Best of luck, Austin!
#DPHS #SeniorSendOff #ClassOf2026 #FireDistrict4
From DECA and sports team managing to umpiring local fastpitch games, Austin is loved by his peers and staff for his big smile and welcoming attitude. Deer Park High School has been lucky to have him, and he will be greatly missed.
Thank you to Fire District 4 for helping us send him off in style. Best of luck, Austin!
#DPHS #SeniorSendOff #ClassOf2026 #FireDistrict4
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
