📣 Community Voices Needed!
The Facilities Advisory Committee (FAC) is meeting soon, and we want to hear from you. The FAC discusses large capital projects—the work that helps us plan for the future and preserve our community’s facilities and capital assets.
💬 Please join us to share your reflections, insights, and priorities. Your voice helps shape what comes next.
🗓️ Facilities Advisory Committee Meeting: January 14, 2026
🕒 Time: 6:00 pm
📍 Location: District Administration Office (N 428 Main)
Everyone is welcome—come listen, learn, and be heard. #CommunityInput #FacilitiesPlanning #FutureReady
8 months ago, DPSD
Home Link highlights for this week include Ms. Maple showing off her painting! She is talented and especially loves painting dragons. With first-semester classes wrapping up next week, many students are finishing up their larger projects like Maple's.
Additionally, Dr. Moyles hosted the second parent training for families teaching their students who are identified as highly capable. Parents who attended have loved the community and the experience Dr. Moyles brings to their homeschooling journey.
#HomeLink #StudentArt #LearningCommunity
8 months ago, DPSD
Deer Park Home Link presents A Nose for the News!
January 9–10 | 3:30 PM & 6:30 PM
Tickets available at Deer Park Home Link.
See you there!
8 months ago, DPSD
Did you know that Deer Park School District has a Strategic Plan that identifies top priorities? The strategic plan was created in collaboration with teachers, paraeducators, administrators, school board members, and community members. The team analyzed surveys, academic data, and current progress. These priorities guide the District's focus to ensure all students belong, learn, and we inspire excellence. To read the full strategic plan:
https://aptg.co/0Sdh0Z.
8 months ago, DPSD
Deer Park School District wishes our families and community a happy new year! We look forward to seeing you on January 5, 2026!
8 months ago, DPSD
This past week, Mrs. Basta’s Extreme Weather and Disasters class at Home Link experienced life as weathermen, creating and presenting their own weather reports with green screen magic. Home Link students also showcased their creativity at the annual craft fair, making and selling their own amazing creations.
#DeerParkHomeLink #StudentCreativity #HandsOnLearning
9 months ago, DPSD
Notification from DPSD:
The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a high-wind advisory starting this evening (Tuesday) at 10 p.m. and in effect through Wednesday at 4 p.m. The NWS advisory lists SW winds from 25-45 MPH with gusts up to 60 MPH for Spokane and neighboring counties. According to NWS, damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines, leading to possible power outages and difficult travel.
We anticipate that some of our bus routes may be affected by road debris. Please be patient as buses may be running behind schedule for student pick-up and drop-off tomorrow. Additionally, we will be monitoring HVAC and electricity in the schools early in the morning.
Families: Please monitor your email in the morning for updates. If no communication is received from the District, please attend school as scheduled.
For information on school delays and closures:
https://aptg.co/35_mMX 9 months ago, DPSD
Some highlights from this week from HomeLink included a group of students, parents, and staff, led by Shannon Siemen, caroling after school at local businesses and homes around Deer Park.
In Mrs. Denham's "Dominos Rally" class, students learned about the various stacking techniques as they create one large combined train.
What fun!
#HomeLink #Caroling #LearningInAction
9 months ago, DPSD
Here are some highlights from Deer Park Home Link this week:
Students in Mrs. Schaefer’s Farm Class enjoyed a hands-on learning experience with a special visitor, Dottie the Silkie chicken. In Ms. Winterton’s Fiber Arts class, students used donated materials to create baby blankets for the Ronald McDonald House in Spokane.
#DeerParkHomeLink #CommunityService #FarmClass
9 months ago, DPSD
DPSD thanks the early risers from the transportation department for scouting the roads this morning & to the custodial, maintenance, and grounds team for ensuring our parking lots were cleared for staff and students!
9 months ago, DPSD
Deer Park School District wishes our students, staff, and community a Happy Thanksgiving!
9 months ago, DPSD
Here’s a look at some fun HomeLink highlights from the past two weeks! In Mr. Sciarrio’s Ventriloquism & Puppeteering class, students practiced pronunciation without using their lips. Mrs. Nelson’s Invention Project, students designed and tested their own water-balloon launchers before the daylight ran out. And to promote our upcoming school-wide art and writing contest, students enjoyed a lunchtime showing of a reading of Turkey Trouble. Lots of creativity and hands-on learning happening here at HomeLink!
9 months ago, DPSD
In celebration of Veterans Day, HomeLink staff and families gathered outdoors for a ceremonial flag raising, songs, and to honor all who have served. Thank you to all our veterans!
10 months ago, DPSD
Remember to vote! Ballots are due November 4.
10 months ago, DPSD
Did you know that if you are a senior citizen and/or disabled, you may be eligible for a tax exemption? To learn more, contact the Spokane County Assessor’s Office at 509-477-3698 or visit their website here:
https://www.spokanecounty.gov/219/Assessor10 months ago, DPSD
Remember to vote!
10 months ago, DPSD
Did you know that the short-term capital levy will focus on the safety and security of ALL of our students? It will replace outdated school intercom and communication systems, ensuring proper notification, communication, and emergency response systems are in place across all campuses. Learn more here:
https://www.dpsd.org/page/safetyproject 10 months ago, DPSD
Did you know that the total value of Deer Park's buses equates to approximately $4.5 million? By providing a transportation facility that can be paved, is located in town, and provides for more space, it will allow:
- the buses to be better protected from vandalism and theft (preserving our assets and employee safety)
- eliminate potholes, standing water, and ice (preserving our assets and employee safety)
- allow the mechanics to complete maintenance within the transportation facility (currently no bus lift, so some services need to be outsourced)
- close distance to schools for easier accessibility by the community and families
10 months ago, DPSD
Did you know that Deer Park's local education tax rates have fallen sharply over recent years due to the significant growth in our community? Levies ask for a specific dollar ($) amount, and that amount does not change. When there is population growth, the overall cost is reduced becuase there are more to share the overall cost. If the short-term capital levy is approved, rates are estimated to be $2.60/$1,000 LESS than they were a decade ago. To learn more about the proposed short-term capital levy costs, click here:
https://www.dpsd.org/page/levy2025costs10 months ago, DPSD
The facilities advisory committee learned and recognized that the current transportation center location is fraught with issues. Limited road access (one-way, potentially unstable bridge), inability to add on to the septic system, right-of-way concerns, and an undersized lot all led to the unanimous conclusion that it needs to be relocated to a more safe and central
site. Learn more about the project here:
https://www.dpsd.org/page/transproject10 months ago, DPSD
