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Spring Break🌷
March 25-29 is spring break. Schools and school offices will be closed.
We wish our students and teachers a happy and restful Spring Break!
April 1st & 2nd are School Planning/Teacher Work Days
There will be no school for students on April 1 and 2 for school planning/teacher work days. We will welcome our students back to school on Wednesday, April 3rd.
See the complete school year calendar here.
Spring Picture Day Tomorrow
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Victor O'Neill Studios will be taking Spring Pictures on Friday, March 22, 2024.
You will be able to view and order your child’s photos in their online gallery approximately ten days after picture day. If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing Underclass@vosphoto.com
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Optional Parent Input for
2024 - 2025!
At Deer Park, your child's academic success is our top priority. We invite you to share information regarding your child's needs for next school year planning.
This is your opportunity to describe what environment works best for your child. Your input is appreciated. Please keep in mind we are unable to honor specific teacher requests.
24-25 Parent Input Form
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Family Engagement Survey
If you haven’t already, please take FCPS’ Family Engagement Survey today!
Survey results will help us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our school community. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
The survey is available in 10 languages. Please check your email for a message from FCPS partner, K12 Insight, with a link to the survey or access the survey now. Your voice matters!
The survey closes tomorrow! March 22, 2024
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Save the Date!
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
5pm - 7pm
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Join us to Celebrate Deer Park Literacy Night
A celebration of our Deer Park community, favorite foods and
our love of reading.
The evening will include read-alouds in the gym, make your own bookmark, visits from the Centreville Regional Library, food tastings, shopping at the Spring Book Fair, and performances by Westfield High dance groups and community Tae Kwon Do schools.
Meet Asha Jyothi!
More information to follow soon!
Bucky's Run Club
Who: Deer Park Students of all abilities in grades 4-6. Sign up is first-come first serve. The first 40 students to sign up will be notified by Miss Comer.
What: After school wellness running club for students to build relationships with peers and Deer Park staff members through fitness activities and running. The club will conclude in May with a 5k race in the Deer Park neighborhood to celebrate the efforts of our students alongside their families & friends. Please send any further questions along to Club Coordinator Casey Comer at cccomer@fcps.edu.
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When: Practices will be held every Thursday 3:45-5:00 April 4th, 2024- May 30th, 2024. Our end of season 5k will be held on Sunday, June 2nd, 2024 at 8:30am.
Where: All practices will be held at Deer Park Elementary.
Cost: Registration fee is $50 per child (includes T-shirt & 5K race fee). Registration fees are due after participation is confirmed. Information on payment will be provided to interested club members by Miss Comer.
Registration: Please register using this link no later than tomorrow, March 22, 2024.
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Yearbooks on Sale!
Don't miss your opportunity to purchase your copy of the 2023-2024 Deer Park Yearbook!
Use Code 22187 to order yours now.
Click here to order!
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Spring SOL Schedule
SOL's will begin in May and we ask that those students in grades 3-6 make every possible effort to be in school on the day of a scheduled SOL. Ensure that your student gets a good night's sleep and a healthy, nutritious breakfast to start their day. If you have any questions about the schedule, please contact the school office at 703-802-5000.
Wednesday, May 8th –
5th grade Reading
Wednesday, May 15th –
3rd, 4th, and 6th grade Reading
5th grade Math
Wednesday, May 22nd –
3rd, 4th, 6th and 7th grade Math
5th grade Science
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Breakfast Menu Change
Our wonderful cafeteria staff serves healthy breakfasts and lunches daily. At times substitutions need to be made and we try and notify the community as they occur.
The week returning from spring break, the following changes need to be made:
4/3/24 - Waffle
4/4/24 - Turkey Ham Croissant
See the complete menu here.
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Baroody After School Clubs are OPEN NOW!!
Click HERE to REGISTER and for more details and the latest schedule updates.
PTA Nominating Committee
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The PTA is still searching for a Nominiating Committee to help find nominees for President, Secretary, and VP of Membership. We need a President and Secretary to be an active PTA. Without the PTA, there will be no teacher appreciation, assemblies, some field trips, and the events you all love to go to. |
Coming Soon! Original Works Fundraiser!
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Seize the chance to champion your little Picasso and Deer Park with the fantastic Original Works initiative! Get your hands on personalized treasures showcasing your child's artistic flair. Dive deeper into this creative voyage at:
www.originalworks.com/parents. Be on the lookout for ordering information coming home soon! Ask your student what they created!
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MOVIE & A CRAFT NIGHT: TROLLS Band Together!
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Join us for a fun, free, family event with a twist! This time around it's a movie and a craft! Grab your TROLLS craft (by craftspace) at this Movie Night.
Click here to buy your TROLLS Kit for $8.
WHEN: Friday, April 26th
WHERE: Deer Park Gym
SHOWTIME: 6pm
ADMISSION: Free
Bring your blankets, pillows, comfy chairs, or even your favorite stuffed animal! Concessions and pizza will be for sale! Complimentary popcorn will be available too.
**Remember, this is not a drop-off occasion. Children must be supervised by an adult and stay in the gym throughout the event.
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Staff Appreciation Week Planning
Staff Appreciation Week planning is underway. If you would like to donate money to help support the week long event please click HERE.
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Upcoming Dates |
22 - End of 3rd Quarter (full day/no early release)
March 25 - 29 - Spring Break - No School
April
1 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday
2 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday
10 - No School for Students/Staff - Eid al Fitr Holiday
10 - PTA Craftspace Craft Night
22 - 26 - Spring Bookfair
23 - Family Literacy Night
26 - PTA Movie Night
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