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February 19, 2026
Early Release Wednesday
February 25 - Dismissal 12:25 p.m.
Our next early release Wednesday is February 25th, 2026. We will dismiss at 12:25 p.m. Our students will be dismissed the same way they were dismissed during the previous early release Wednesdays. Please plan accordingly.
- February 25
- March 25
- April 29
- May 20
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Deer Park VS Coates
Friday, February 27th
Come out and cheer for Deer Park staff as they take on Coates Elementary staff in this annual heated rivalry. We need our Deer Park families to come out and cheer loudly, show your energy and school pride!
Last year it was a hard fought battle but Deer Park was victorious! Let's do it again this year!
Where: Westfield High School
Time: Doors open at 6:00 p.m. / Game at 6:30 p.m.
Entrance: Door 11
Tickets - $4 per person or 4 tickets for $15.00
Tickets for the game and for concession items must be purchased at the door with cash or credit. No presales
Be sure to buy from Deer Park Concessions - Not Coates.
Please help support the PTA and Deer Park to make this event a success
by volunteering here!
Students MUST be accompanied by an adult. NO Drop offs.
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100th Day of School!
Look how far we have come! Last Friday was our 100th Day of School. Students celebrated this milestone with counting, estimating, and dressing up as "a 100 year old person". We are 100 days smarter!
Literacy Celebrations
The students have been working hard on developing and demonstrating their reading skills. We are celebrating over 200 students who have showed significant growth at this point in the year. Certificates will be coming home for these students in their Thursday folders. Please join us in celebrating their hard work and progress.
In addition, as a school, we had 42% of our 3rd through 6th graders meet their annual typical growth at mid-year on the iReady assessments. We also have 36% of those students move up at least one grade level on the same assessment which increases our students performing at or above grade level to 47% instead of 34% from the beginning of the year.
All K-2 students and select 3-6 students took a Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System (VALLSS) to identify students who are high risk for reading difficulties. Based on our fall assessments, we had 54% of our K-6 students identified to need additional reading support. On our winter assessment 20% of those students showed overall improvement.
The students have earned over 600 Lexia certificates with at least an 80% achievement. That achievement is reflected in 50% of students moving bands to reflect on or above grade level.
Menu Substitution
Due to availability the following change to the menu is necessary:
Breakfast:
Monday, February 23rd, serving Maple Belgian Waffles instead of Bagel.
See the menu at this LINK.
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Black History Month at Deer Park |
To celebrate Black History Month at Deer Park, classes PK-6 chose a famous Black American across various careers (arts, sciences, entertainment, education, literature, politics, etc.) to read and learn more about as a class. Classes in grades PK-3 created posters with their learning to display on the first floor of Deer Park and classes in grades 4-6 created Google slides that are being shown in the lobby.
Deer Park's Famous Black Americans Slideshow '26
 
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FCPS' Black History Month Celebration |
- Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence
Families and community members are invited to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the voices shaping our future at FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration. Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event will honor the rich history, strength, and contributions of the Black community through inspiring student performances and a powerful keynote address by Rev. Vernon C. Walton, pastor of First Baptist Church of Vienna. Light refreshments will be available.
Summer Learning
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Winter Dance Party - Tomorrow!
Dress up if you wish for our annual winter dance party!
Friday, February 20 in the Cafeteria
6-8 pm
Deer Park VS Coates Staff Basketball Game
Volunteer Here!
Come cheer on our Deer Park Staff to victory on Friday Feb. 27 at
Westfield High School!
The Game starts at 6:30pm but Door 11 opens at 6 pm for ticket and concessions purchases.
Wear Deer Park spirit wear or BLUE! Let’s fill the stands with a sea of blue. Bring cash or card to purchase concessions (including pizza and all beef hot dogs while supplies last) for DEER PARK Concessions tables.
Yearbook
Families! Don't forget to order your yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year. Use school code 22187. $20.00 each
📸 If you have photos from field trips, classroom celebrations, or school events that you would like to share, please send them to emtobin@fcps.edu.
⭐️We also want to include some features from many students about their dreams for the future. Some students may have already filled this out with their homeroom teacher, but you can fill this Google form with your student to include their dream: https://forms.gle/yCuKE7xivGqP4L6m9. Feel free to email Ms. Tobin with any additional yearbook questions, emtobin@fcps.edu.
Membership
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Let's Get Signed Up for the PTA!
Let's hit 150 this year! Your annual membership gives the PTA the ability to help kids dream big — even yours! And the best part? No extra obligations required!
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Spirit Wear and Spirit Days
Spirit Wear store is open online. Grab some spirit wear for the school year! Click here to order!
Email pta.deerparkes@gmail.com if there is something you would like to see listed as an option!
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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!
Want to be a sponsor? Click here!
Check out our 2025-26 partnerships below:
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Mt. Kim Martial Arts (Before & After School) offers Taekwondo programs that help students build confidence, respect, and focus. They also provide Before & After School programs. Families can contact Mt. Kim Martial Arts at 703-802-0020 for more details and ask about a free trial Taekwondo class |
Card My Yard Centreville Thank you to our Deer Park educational partner, Card My Yard Centreville for your support of our PTA programs! Use Code DPES20CVILLE for your own Card My Yard purchases to give back to the PTA. |
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Victory Martial Arts Thank you for your partnership and event support! Check out their class specials here or give them a call at 703-988-9300. Ask about the Deer Park family free classes. Victory Martial Arts will help your student build focus, discipline and confidence. |
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Creating the Ultimate DJ Experience for Weddings, Events, Clubs, & Everything In-Between
DJ Bounce is passionate about delivering an unforgettable musical experience for your celebrations
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LS Plumbing Services, thank you for your support. |
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Upcoming Dates |
February
20th - PTA Winter Dance
25th - Early Release Wednesday - Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.
27th - Deer Park VS Coates ES Basketball Game @ Westfield HS
March
8th - Daylight Saving Time Begins - Spring Forward!
13th - PTA Bingo Night - 6:00 p.m.
18th - PTA Meeting - 6:00 p.m.
20th - Eid al Fitr Holiday / No School
25th - Early Release Wednesday - Dismissal at 12:25 p.m.
26th - Spring Portraits and Class Group Photos
27th - 3rd Quarter Ends / Early Dismissal at 1:25 p.m.
Spring Break - March 30th - April 3rd; April 6th - Student Holiday / Teacher Workday
April
Spring Break continues through April 3
6 - Teacher Workday - No School for Students
10th - Student Holiday / Teacher Workday
10th - Kindergarten 26 - 27 Orientation @ 10:00 a.m
14th - 3rd Quarter Grades available in ParentVue
15th - April PTA Meeting 6:30 p.m.
17th - PTA Movie Night
20th - 24th - Spring Book Fair
23rd - Celebrate DP Night (details to follow)
29th - Early Release Wednesday Dismissal @ 12:25 p.m.
Contacts
Bob D'Amato, Principal: rjdamato@fcps.edu
Heather Hitz, Assistant Principal: hahitz@fcps.edu
Laurie Holmberg, Administrative Assistant: laholmberg@fcps.edu
Laura Zirzow, Student Information Assistant: lezirzow@fcps.edu
Lynn Heick, Office Assistant: lmheick@fcps.edu
Jessica Arevalo, Parent Liaison: jmarevalo@fcps.edu
Main Office: 703-802-5000
Health Room: 703-802-5010
Attendance Line: 703-802-5011
Attendance email: Deerparkelem.Attendance@fcps.edu
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