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Thank you DP Family!
It's been an amazing staff appreciation week at Deer Park.
The week started with a pep rally and paper doll parade, celebrating family traditions, flags and culture.
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Thank you to our PTA and community for providing the staff with
an amazing breakfast, lunch and treats during the week!
Bookfair - Last Day is Tomorrow
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Don't miss this last opportunity to shop for some fabulous books. The book fair will be open from
9:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Thank you!
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Olympic Spirit at Deer Park
May 30th
Join our opening ceremony parade, bring a poster and your Olympic Spirit as we celebrate the Deer Park Unified Special Olympics event on May 30th.
The parade will begin at 12:15 p.m. at the main entrance of the school
(Door 1) and will go all the way to the track in the back of the school.
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Please help make this event spectacular by volunteering at this link. |
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener Results
Students in grades 3-6 took the Spring SEL Screener in March, providing information on their SEL skills like achieving goals, understanding and managing emotions, establishing and maintaining relationships, and making responsible decisions. The screener also asks students how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
Individual student SEL Screener results are available to families in the Documents section of SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent via postal mail.
For support in understanding your individual student’s results or for ideas on how to support them at home, please review the Family Guide or reach out to our school staff with any questions.
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 *
SOL Testing Schedule
SOL Testing has begun! Students in grades 3-6 are 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.
Thursday, May 15th
4th Grade Math
5th Grade Science
6th & 7th Grade Math
Library Information
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The last day for students to check out library books will be May 21st.
All books are due by Wednesday, May 28th.
Lost or damaged books can be paid for with cash, a check made payable to Deer Park or on MySchool Bucks.
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VEA Award
Congratulations to Mr. Wallace who was honored with the Virginia Education Award for leadership going above and beyond on behalf of students and education employees in Virginia.
FCPS Free Community Peer Preschool Program
The Community Peer Project will provide an opportunity for preschoolers with special needs to work and play on a regular basis with typically developing preschoolers from the community. The community children participating in this project have the unique opportunity to make new friends and share experiences with the school’s preschoolers.
- Community peer models must be at least 3 ½ years old by September 30 of the school year they are entering.
- Community peer models must be completely potty trained and meet the program criteria
- June 5th, 9-10 .am., there will be an informational playdate for those who are interested:
Find out more about this free opportunity, the requirements and how to apply
2025-26 Community PreK Peers
Community letter 25 26
Complete the Peer model interest forms and return them to the Deer Park main office or email them to Ms. Dennis
Attend an informational playdate on June 5th from 9:00-10:00 a.m. Parents will be notified by June 14th if space is available.
Summer Extravaganza
- ☀️ Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
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Let’s transform summer learning together!
The FCPS Summer Extravaganza is an exciting event that helps families imagine all the possibilities to continue learning over the summer. This is possible by showcasing interactive and immersive activities for children and the power of collaboration across FCPS offices and community partners.
Several departments within Fairfax County Public Schools—including Transportation, the Office of Multilingual Learners (ESOL Services), the Hispanic Educators Association, Career and Transition Services, Get2Green, the Office of Intervention and Prevention Services, and Safety and Security—are collaborating to create a day filled with engaging and educational activities for all FCPS students. In addition, various student school clubs will be in attendance, showcasing their initiatives and contributions. This year, we're excited to introduce the Student Program Marketplace, a new feature where students will present and sell their handmade goods, with proceeds supporting their respective programs. This initiative is supported and led by Educate Fairfax; a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for Fairfax County Public Schools students
The Summer Extravaganza will feature:
- Activities for children of all ages that inspire curiosity and a love of learning
- Opportunities for adults to learn how to support student well-being and academic success
- A special section of student-led activities
We invite you to attend and engage with our FCPS community.
Event Details Date: Saturday, May 10
Time: 10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Location: Woodson High School Parking Lot (9525 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22031) REGISTER TODAY!
We look forward to celebrating a summer of learning and growth with you. For more details, please visit our Summer Extravaganza webpage. This event is proudly sponsored by Educate Fairfax!
Extravaganza Flyer- Spanish
Extravaganza Flyer-Arabic
Extravaganza Flyer-Korean
Extravaganza Flyer-Vietnamese
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Bucky's Block Party!
May PTA Meeting
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Please join us for our May PTA Meeting in the Library or via ZOOM here.
Childcare will be available.
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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! Term starts July 1! We will train you!
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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Supply Kits
Coming soon!
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!
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!
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.
More information and registration here.
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 |
May
14 - PTA Meeting @ 7:00 p.m. / Library
15 - 4th Grade and 6th/7th Grade SOL / Math Testing
15 - 5th Grade Science SOL Testing
16 - PTA Bucky's Block Party - 30th Bash
19 - LAST Early Release Monday / Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.
21 - Last day to checkout Library books
22 - Spring Choral Concert - 7:00 p.m.
23 - PTA Spirit Wear Day
26 - Memorial Day Holiday
28 - All Library books must be returned
30 - Unified Special Olympics Celebration Event at 12:15 p.m.
June
1 - Bucky's Run Club 5K
2 - Field Day
4 - Preschool End of Year Celebration
4 - PTA Meeting/Volunteer Celebration
5 - Preschool Community Peer Playdate - 9:00 a.m. in Room 8
6 - Last Fun Fit Friday
6 - Chorus Production 7:00 p.m.
10 - 6th Grade Party
11 - 6th Grade Promotion
11 - Last Day of School / Early Dismissal
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