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Early Release Monday
Monday, April 28 / Dismissal-12:25 p.m.
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Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure as previous early release dates, with the exception of those students attending SACC
which is open at dismissal time.
In order to ensure student safety, please do not make any last minute changes to your child's dismissal plan.
Students receive lunch daily, including early release days.
The last Early Release Monday is May 19th.
Learn more about Early Release Mondays Here.
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Fun Fit Friday!
Join Principal D'Amato and Assistant Principal Hitz and friends on the track tomorrow weather permitting!
Start your Friday with some fresh air and exercise. Parents are welcome too!
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SOL Testing Schedule
Students in grades 3-6 will be taking the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) tests in May.
Please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school during this time period.
Please save the dates:
Thursday, May 1st
3rd Grade LA
5th Grade LA
Thursday, May 8th
3rd Grade Math
4th Grade LA
5th Grade Math
6th Grade LA
Thursday, May 15th
4th Grade Math
5th Grade Science
6th & 7th Grade Math
6th Grade Panoramic Photo Day
Wednesday, April 30th at 8:45 a.m.
All orders placed before photo day will be shipped home with
no shipping charge.
Please make sure your student is present and on time. There is no make up day for this photo.
Place your order here: Victor O'Neill studios
Optional Parent Input Form
In planning for the next school year, parents/guardians are invited to complete the Parent Input form to assist with the best class placement for your child. We ask input on how your child best learns and any special considerations when placing students in classrooms.
* We cannot honor requests for specific teachers *
 Celebrate Deer Park Night
What: A celebration of our Deer Park community, favorite foods, fitness, care for the earth and our love of reading.
When: Tuesday, May 6th - 5pm to 6:30
Where: Deer Park Cafeteria, Gym, Lobby, Library
The evening will include:
Shopping at the school book fair!
*Read-Alouds
*Make your own bookmark
*Centreville Regional Library
*Meet Asha Jyothi
*Food tastings from Deer Park Families
*Family Fitness & Healthy Living Night
*DP Green Team Exhibits
*Performances by community groups
If you can donate your family's favorite finger food/dessert, please email, Nicole Wheeler, or Erin Stamp with your child's name, teacher's name and food item you would like to share.
Then drop the food items off in the office on
May 6 any time or bring it when you come in the evening.
Spring Bookfair Coming in May!
Get ready by setting up your student's eWallet account for cashless, stress-free shopping. EWallets available starting on April 14 to May 9.
BOOK FAIR: MAY 5-9
Preview Only Days: May 5-6 9:00 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.
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Sale Times:
May 6 / 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
May 7 / 9:00 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.
May 8 / 9:00 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.
May 9 / 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Friends and family can even contribute funds! Set up an eWallet here:
Scholastic Bookfair/Deer Park
#ScholasticBookFairs
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Family Resources
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
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FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family engagement.
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FCPS Family Academy – We know that as a parent or caregiver, you play a critical role in your child's education. The Family Academy compiles classes, webinars, workshops, and programs offered by FCPS to help you support your child's needs and learning at home. The Family Academy also includes information about resources to help you ensure your child has what they need to succeed.
Family Liaisons – Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. You may reach our wonderful family liaison, Mrs. Arevalo, at 703-802-5003 or by email.
Kindergarten 2025-2026
There’s an easy to follow five-step process outlined for parents registering their children for kindergarten. Be sure to register your child as soon as possible! You can also reach out to our Registrar for more information.
Movie Night tomorrow!
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Dog Man
Come out for a free friends & family movie night this Friday, April 25 @ 6pm in the Gym. Concessions will be available for purchase (cash or card) and free popcorn!
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Restaurant Spirit Night
Restaurant Night at Farmside (near Wegmans) April 30th! Share it with your neighbors, coworkers etc. The more the better for Deer Park!
Farmside specialize in fresh, scratch-made Farmbowls—grain bowls and salads built with high-quality ingredients, sourced locally whenever possible. We’re also very family-friendly, with a full kids’ menu (grilled cheese, mac & cheese, nuggets, and more).
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School Supplies
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Save yourself the frustration of multiple trips to the store by buying a complete school supply kit for your student. Each kit has a complete set of supplies and FREE delivery! Each kit is packed in a drawstring bag and includes all the supplies your student will need - including brand names such as Elmer’s, Crayola and Expo.
Order here! (coming soon, some items currently unavailable)
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Nomination for Treasurer
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🚨WE NEED A TREASURER!!!🚨
Know someone who dreams of counting pennies and balancing budgets? We're on the hunt for a PTA Treasurer for the 2025-2027 school years!
We do not have anyone and this is a critical position in order for the PTA to continue next year!
If you know the perfect candidate, give us a shout at pta.deerparkes@gmail.com.
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Teacher Appreciation
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Original Works
Individual order forms went home with students. Check out your student's artwork online today and turn it into a keepsake today.
Due to Spring Break, we have extended ordering until May 7th!
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Spirit Wear
Deer Park Spirit Store is open online year round! Celebrate Deer Park’s 30th anniversary with this fun shirt and coordinating leggings featuring a cool 90s vibe. Choose a t-shirt, long sleeve t-shirt, crewneck or leggings. All traditional Bucky spiritwear is available too! Click here to order.
Email pta.deerparkes@gmail.com if there is something you would like to see.
Membership
Come and join us to make this year a RAD one for the kids! We are not a scary PTA, we promise! Help Deer Park reach our member goal! Tell your friends to join with a ONE time donation! Your membership gets you access to the members only MemberHub with features like an online contact directory and discounts!
Volunteer
We know you think the PTA is scary, but we aren’t “that” PTA! Volunteer here today!
Girl Scouts
Attention Kindergarten Parents!
Are you interested in joining your child(ren) up for Girl Scouts? We have a new Deer Park Kindergarten troop formed that meets Thursday at 6pm, twice a month at Deer Park Elementary. If you are interested in joining this troop, please email Megan Durst at megankdurst@gmail.com (Deer Park GS Troop Organizer).
OTA Summer Camp Pass
Overtime Athletics Summer Camp Pass is back to allow you the MOST flexibility and LOWEST prices that you can find in the Northern Virginia Camp scene! Just choose how many weeks of camp you would like to join us for this summer and reserve your spot today. These can be used for any of our traditional day camps (and you don’t even have to choose just one!). All Families will receive an email from the OTA Team in February for final week/location selection. Any Add-ons may be purchased at this point.
OTA Summer Camp
Sponsors
A huge thank you to our sponsors for Deer Park! Your support is greatly appreciated as we move towards our goals for the school!
Mt Kim Martial Arts
Card My Yard Centreville
L and V Cleaning
BOWA
Victory Martial Arts
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Thank you to our Educational Partner, Jessica Fauteux with Re/Max Allegiance for your support of our PTA programs! |
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Upcoming Dates |
April
25 - PTA Movie Night & Spirit wear Day
28 - Early Release Monday - Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.
30 - 6th Grade panoramic picture
30 - Restaurant Spirit Night @ Farmside
May
1 - 3rd Grade and 5th Grade SOL / Language Arts Testing
5 - 9 - Staff Appreciation Week
5 - 9 - Celebrate DP Spirit Days
5 - 6 - Spring Bookfair Preview Days
6 - Celebrate DP Night - 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
6 - Spring Bookfair hours 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
7 - 8 - Spring Bookfair hours 9:00 a.m to 3:20 p.m.
9 - Spring Bookfair closes at 11:45 a.m.
8 - 3rd Grade and 5th Grade SOL / Math Testing 8 - 4th Grade and 6th Grade SOL / Language Arts Testing
14 - PTA Meeting
15 - 4th Grade and 6th/7th Grade SOL / Math Testing 15 - 4th Grade Math SOL Testing 15 - 5th Grade Science SOL Testing
16 - PTA Bucky's Block Party - 30th Bash
19 - Early Release Monday / Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.
22 - Spring Choral Concert - 7:00 p.m.
23 - PTA Spirit Wear Day
26 - Memorial Day Holiday
30 - Unified Special Olympics Celebration Event
June
1 - Bucky's Run Club 5K
2 - Field Day
4 - Preschool End of Year Celebration
4 - PTA Meeting/Volunteer Celebration
6 - Last Fun Fit Friday
6 - Chorus Production 7:00 p.m.
10 - 6th Grad Party
11 - 6th grade Promotion
11 - Last Day of School / Early Dismissal
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