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Monday, February 19th, 2024
All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 19, for the Presidents Day holiday.
Learn more about Presidents Day in Britannica.com. Classes resume on Tuesday, February 20th.
See the complete school year calendar here.
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February Fun
Fun things are happening at Deer Park. There are so many fun activities during the month of February. We've had Pajama Day, 100th day of school, Spirit Week and Read Across America Week coming at the end of the month!
100th day of school = 100 days smarter!
Pajama Day!
Wacky Tacky Day!
SCA Deer Park Ambassadors
The Deer Park Student Council Association (SCA) began a new initiative this year, called the Deer Park Ambassadors. These Fifth and Sixth Grade student leaders are members of the SCA or serve as Patrol Captains. The DP Ambassadors’ mission is to welcome new students and families to our school and help them to feel right at home as soon and smoothly as possible. Being in a new school can be tough, and our Ambassadors hope to show that all are welcome at Deer Park. DP Ambassadors have welcomed six new students over the last few weeks, and look forward to this becoming a permanent feature moving forward.
Kindergarten Registration
Do you have rising Kindergartener who will be 5 by September 30th? Enrollment is in progress and we are excited to meet them.
Families with rising Kindergarteners currently in preschool need to complete an updated registration packet. Please contact our Registrar for more information or to set up an appointment to enroll your child.
We will have a Kindergarten Orientation on May 3rd at 9:00 a.m. when you and your child will be invited to meet our Principal, Mr. D'Amato, Assistant Principal, Mrs. Hitz and other staff members. While the students visit the Kindergarten classrooms, you will learn about the Kindergarten program and discuss administrative matters such as schedules and buses.
For support in Spanish, please contact our Family Liaison, Mrs. Arevalo.
Please register early and share this information with your neighbors! We are looking forward to welcoming our new Kindergarteners in August!
Read Across America Spirit Week
 Monday, 2/26 - Reading is better with a buddy! Bring a stuffed animal to read with (must be able to fit in your backpack)
Tuesday, 2/27 - GLOW crazy for reading! Wear your brightest clothes!
Wednesday, 2/28 - Hats off to reading! Wear your favorite hat to school.
Thursday, 2/29 - Read My Shirt Day! Wear a shirt that needs to be read.
Friday, 3/1 - Cozy up with a good book! Wear your comfy PJs to school!
Deer Park's Read Across America Book Swap
Bring a gently used book and earn a ticket to swap for a new-to-you book!
Bring your used book to the library on February 21st. Trade in your ticket for a new book on February 28th.
PreK/Headstart Program 2024-2025
Deer Park has an inclusive PreK/Head Start program that started in the 2023-24 school year to provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families, who reside in Fairfax County. Though families may qualify, spaces are limited, and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds and Deer Park based students. More information and the application in both Spanish and English can be found at this Registration/early childhood-preK/FECEP-headstart-application Please apply now for the 2024-25 school year.
This program will be in addition our existing preschool Special Education Class Based program and our Preschool Autism Program. If you think your preschooler has a developmental delay or a disability contact Child Find for FCPS. Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs. Child Find screenings are free to residents of FCPS whose child is 2 through 5 years old. Registration early childhood/preK/early childhood-childfind If you have a child who is under the age of 2, who may have a delay, contact office for children/infant & toddler connection for a free screening.
FCPS Summer Camps
Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
Tech Adventure Camp is available for current grade K-5 students to explore STEAM, culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for elementary students who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Visit the E-IFTA webpage to register.
Elementary Magnet School lottery
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools provide programs that enhance learning in science, technology, and performing arts.
If you are interested in sending your student to an elementary magnet school program, consider attending a school-based information night at Hunters Woods Elementary School, Bailey's Primary Elementary School, or Bailey's Upper Elementary School.
Information nights will provide an opportunity to learn about individual school programs, student eligibility, the lottery process, and transportation.
Registration for the 2024-25 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 5, through Friday, April 12. Get more information about their schools, programs and locations.
Thank you to Card My Yard Centreville for the 100 Days of School Sign. They have been a great partner for the school this year - please consider using them for all your sign needs!
 
Silent Auction Extended
Bidding ends Sunday February 18th at 5 PM
Did you miss your chance to see the baskets in person? Check out the videos on Facebook of the baskets!! There is still time to place your bid!! Ready to get your hands on some swoon-worthy goodies? Trust us, folks, you won't want to miss out on the treasure trove of 10 lush baskets up for grabs. Check out the great baskets online via the auction link or scan the QR code.
Happy bidding, friends!
Thank you for your support!
Krispy Kreme Donut Sales Fundraiser
Feb. 1- Mar 1, 2024
Doughnut lovers 🍩❤️, we have a treat for you… Charitable (so guilt-free), fresh to order (and perfectly glazed), dozens!! Deer Park PTA just launched a GroupRaise x Krispy Kreme Digital Dozen fundraising campaign.
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From now until March 1, 2024, 50% of orders will be donated back to our cause when you purchase your doughnuts using our fundraising sales page. $15.00 per dozen!
Check it out here!
Share with your friends and families as this is a Nationwide Fundraiser!!
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CHUCK E CHEESE: Turning Fun into Funds for Deer Park!
Grab your friends and neighbors and head to Chuck E Cheese for some FUN on Feb. 21 anytime between 3pm-9pm!
Don’t miss Chuck E’s at dismissal on Feb 21!
Congrats to our very own Deer Park contest recipients who will be awarded for their 2024 FCCPTA Student Reflections submission on Friday, February 23, 2024. The award ceremony will be held at Lake Braddock Secondary School.
Click for more information.
Become a PTA Member!
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Haven’t gotten around to joining the PTA yet? Now is the time!
All PTA members receive a member gift Bucky magnetic clip! Rates remain unchanged from last year: $10 individual, $15 family (2 adults), and $8 faculty.
Click here to join!
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BOOK DRIVE THRU END OF FEBRUARY - DONATE BOOKS IN BIN AT FRONT OF THE SCHOOL
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Upcoming Dates |
February
18 - Silent Auction Ends
19 - President's Day Holiday - NO School
21 - PTA Spirit Night at Chuck E Cheese
26 - March 1 - Read Across America Spirit Week
March
5 - Student holiday/Staff Planning day/Presidential Primary
8 - Basketball game - Deer Park vs. Coates ES at Westfield HS - 7PM
13 - PTA Meeting
22 - End of 3rd Quarter (full day, no early release)
25 - 29 - Spring Break and April 1 & 2 - Student Holidays
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