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Makeup and retake images from Deer Park Elementary School are now online!

View and purchase at this LINK. Use your student's ID when prompted for the online code.

For questions, please email [email protected]

 

Full-Time AAP (Level IV) AAP Referral Reminder Reminder: Window for Full-time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2023

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for full-time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time (Level IV) Referral Form and supplemental materials to Sandy Murray [email protected] no later than December 15, 2023. 

The window for families to submit a referral for full-time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. All forms may be found on the AAP forms page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academics Programs website here.

Discover NOVA Stem Day

NOVA (Northern Virginia Community College) will hold "DISCOVER NOVA STEM DAY" at their Loudoun Campus (21200 Campus Dr, Sterling, VA 20164) on Saturday, December 2, from 10am to 1 pm.  This showcase includes hands-on activities, workshops, and exhibits for students aged 5-12.  For more information and how to register visit the website here.

 

Staying Healthy this Cold & Flu Season

Cases of RSV, the flu, and other viruses often rise this time of year. It is important for students to wash their hands regularly and cover their coughs and sneezes. Please monitor your child’s health daily and keep them at home if they are sick. Visit FCPS' Health and Safety Guidance document for more tips.

 

🙋 Student Attendance and Engagement

During the Academic Matters segment of the November 9 School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid discussed student attendance and engagement. Attendance and absenteeism rates are one measure for Goal 2 of our Strategic plan.

Chronic absenteeism — which is defined as a student missing 10% or more of school for any reason — is a concern across Virginia school districts. Although FCPS continues to outperform the state average in attendance rates, we are tracking chronic absenteeism closely.

Data shows that:

• Missing just 10% of school — just two days a month — negatively affects a student’s academic performance. 
• Only 17% of students who were chronically absent in both kindergarten and first grade were reading proficiently in third grade, compared to 64% of those with good attendance.
• Students who fail to read at grade level by the end of third grade are four times more likely than students who achieve proficiency to drop out of high school.
• By sixth grade, chronic absenteeism becomes a leading indicator that a student will drop out of high school.

Attendance is critical for academic success!

Missing School Over the Holidays

Looking ahead to the holiday season, if missing school is unavoidable, please speak with your child’s teachers in advance to create a plan for making up missed work. Homework is not given in advance of the absence and a homework packet cannot make up for the interaction and learning that happens in the classroom.

Visit FCPS’ website for more resources.

 

Check out what the Public Library has to offer!

Join Fairfax County Public Library’s Winter Reading Adventure from
Dec. 1, 2023 through Jan. 31, 2024. Log your reading online and earn rewards!

Winter Reading Adventures

Centreville Regional Library Events Calendar

 

Deer Park PTA Information www.deerparkespta.org

 

Board and Brush Parents Night Out Fundraiser December 9th 5:30-8:30 PM

Do you need a Parent’s Night Out or a Fun Girls Night Out?  Join us at Board and Brush for a night of being creative and raising money for Deer Park ES.

Click HERE to sign up!

 

PTA MEMBERSHIP

DEER PARK FAMILIES:

There is still time to become a PTA member.  Be a part of the magic that helps Deer Park be the special place that it is by joining the PTA!

All members receive a Bucky magnetic clip, a parent directory (in Dec.), voting powers, and memberships to the Fairfax County PTA, VA PTA and national PTA.  Just a reminder, PTA memberships are good for one school year.  If you were a member in the past we would love for you to join again.  Click here to join!

DEER PARK PTA will be hosting OVERTIME ATHLETICS again for OTA 2024 summer camp at Deer Park Elementary!   OTA is now offering their BEST DEAL EVER of 60% off SUMMER CAMP PRICING!  Will not be this low again! Hurry, offer expires DECEMBER 1st! 

Note from PTA: Deer Park is not yet listed as a registration location because no schools are listed yet for summer camp - register for "Summer Camp Pass" Fairfax & Loudoun County and OTA will reach out via email to get your location and date choices after camp locations are finalized on 3/1/2024.

NEW THIS SUMMER!

Improved theme weeks, Tournament style sports - everyone's a winner!  Games2U trucks with video games, laser tag, foam parties and more (offerings will be different depending on the week/availability)

Register here.

https://otamanage.azurewebsites.net/office/nova

 

Reflections Art Contest Showcase

December 8th
6:30 PM in the Library

Winners will be announced the week of December 4th, good luck to everyone who participated!

 

SPIRIT WEAR  

Bucky is stylin’ and profilin’ in the Deer Park Spirit Wear designs!  Spirit Wear has been totally revamped for this coming year and will be sold online year-round!  That’s right…on demand spirit wear.

Click here HERE for the online store.

Parent and Educator Workshop Dec 2nd at 9 AM via zoom

Zoom link here.

Parent and Educator Workshop on Behavior December 2nd at 9:00 A.M. (EST)

Gain tools to understand the “WHY” behind a child’s challenging behaviors and approaches to support positive outcomes.

 

Upcoming Dates December

2 - December Parent and Educator Workshop

2 - Nova Stem Day

8 - December Reflections Art Contest Showcase

9 - PTA Board and Brush Night Out

15 - AAP Referrals Due Date/NO late referrals accepted

Winter Break December 18 - January 1st, 2024, school resumes January 2nd

See the full school year calendar here.

 

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PTA Meeting November 29th

Please join us on November 29th at 7 PM in the DP Library or via zoom for our PTA Meeting. Get updates from Mr. D’Amato on what’s going on at the school and hear about the upcoming events for next year. 

You do not have to be a member of the PTA to participate in the meeting, but you must be a member to vote. Members will receive an email prior to the meeting with all the documents. 

Click here for the ZOOM meeting. Childcare will be provided.

We will be doing the raffle for the Slow Pokey from the Charleston Wrap fundraiser.

Hope to see you there!

 

OTA 2024

DEER PARK PTA will be hosting OVERTIME ATHLETICS again for OTA 2024 summer camp at Deer Park Elementary! OTA is now offering their BEST DEAL EVER of 60% off SUMMER CAMP PRICING will not be this low again! Hurry, offer expires DECEMBER 1st!  

- see disclaimer at the bottom of email

NEW THIS SUMMER! Improved theme weeks, Tournament style sports - everyone is a winner!  

Games2U trucks with video games, laser tag, foam parties and more (offerings will be different depending on the week/availability)

Register Here: https://otamanage.azurewebsites.net/office/nova

Disclaimer:

Offer is subject to refund at anytime, for any reason, prior to May 1st. After May 1st, refunds will ONLY be offered in the form of account credit. Account Credit can be used towards any OTA programs (summer camps, after school programs, birthday parties, or other OTA programs) to be used by 12/31/24. Prices/Savings based on 6 week summer camp session at a regular price of $325 per child, per week. Offer expires December 1st, 2023.

Follow OTA at: 

Facebook: OvertimeAthleticsDMV

Instagram: OvertimeAthletics2003

Questions? Email: [email protected]

Note from PTA:  Deer Park is not yet listed as a registration location because no schools are listed yet for summer camp - register for "Summer Camp Pass" Fairfax & Loudoun County and OTA will reach out via email to get your location and date choices after camp locations are finalized on 3/1/2024.

Makeup Day and Retake images are now available online to view and purchase.

Please visit the Victor O'Neill website and use your student's ID when prompted for the online code.

For questions, please contact [email protected]

 

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Deer Park Elementary School Community,

As we approach Thanksgiving, we want to take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to all of you for your dedication and commitment to our students and our school.

We are thankful for our students, who come to school each day eager to learn, have fun, take risks, and grow. We are thankful for their curiosity, their creativity, and their resilience. We are thankful for the way they support each other and make our school community a welcoming, positive, safe, and inclusive place where all students have an opportunity to be heard and seen.

We are thankful for our teachers and staff, who are passionate about their work and committed to providing our students with the best possible education. They go above and beyond every day to create a positive learning environment where students can thrive and grow.

We are thankful for you, our parents, and guardians, who are our partners in education. We appreciate your ongoing support that impacts your children's learning at home and in the classroom, and we appreciate the important role all parents play in our school community.

During this Thanksgiving season, we encourage you to take some time to reflect on all the things you are grateful for, and to also reflect on all the learning to this point. Spend time with your loved ones, enjoy the delicious food, and give thanks for the many blessings in your life.

On behalf of the entire Deer Park Elementary School staff, we wish you all a happy, healthy, and peaceful Thanksgiving! Please remember that the school will be closed from Wednesday, November 22, 2023, through Friday, November 24, 2023, for the Thanksgiving break. We will reopen on Monday, November 27, 2023!

Sincerely,

Mr. D’Amato & Mrs. Hitz

 

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Federal Impact Aid Survey Due on Nov. 17, 2023

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. To make it easier, the form is available online in SIS ParentVue. Paper copies were sent home. If you have not done so, please complete your form and send it back to school.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Once logged in to SIS ParentVUE, click “Online Packets” in the top right corner. Then, select “Federal Impact Aid Survey.” Get more information here.

 

Bucky's BBQ Bash

We hope you had an opportunity to stop by for lunch yesterday for our 3rd annual Bucky's BBQ Bash. It was a perfect day for our families to enjoy the fall weather and have lunch together.

Thank you to Matt Leiva and the Keller Williams Real Estate team for your support in making this event possible!

 

Bookworm Central Book Fair The bookfair will close tomorrow at noon.

 

For your Calendar Thanksgiving

Schools and offices will be closed November 22-24. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Classes will resume on Monday, November 27.

Learn more about the first Thanksgiving here.

See the complete school year calendar.

 

Discover NOVA Stem Day

NOVA (Northern Virginia Community College) will hold "DISCOVER NOVA STEM DAY" at their Loudoun Campus (21200 Campus Dr, Sterling, VA 20164) on Saturday, December 2, from 10am to 1 pm.  This showcase includes hands-on activities, workshops, and exhibits for students aged 5-12.  For more information and how to register go to Louddoun stem.com.

Deer Park PTA Information
www.deerparkespta.org STEM Night at Deer Park Tomorrow Friday, November 17th from 6-8 PM in the DP Cafeteria.

Join us for rewards, giveaways, and a night of fun and games for kids and parents alike!

RSVP with the scan code below or link below.

Click HERE to register. Registration is recommended but not required.

Board and Brush Parents Night Out Fundraiser December 9th 5:30-8:30 PM

Do you need a Parent’s Night Out or a Fun Girls Night Out?  Join us at Board and Brush for a night of being creative and raising money for Deer Park ES.

Click Here to sign up and enter code DeerPark.

 

Fundraising Update: Fun Run and Charleston Wrap

Great Job Deer Park!! Our final numbers came in for the Fun Run. We raised $25,673 which is more than last year and we had more students participate. 

Final results from the Charleston Wrap fundraiser - AMAZING job Deer Park!

We realize the timing of this fundraiser was rough as it started the day after the Fun Run fundraising ended...it was rough for us too but worthwhile for these amazing profit margins! Really good wrapping paper, candy, and gifts too   We sold $6266 worth of items which surpasses our goal of $5000.  We raised $2349 for the school.

The students voted for the $20K Fun Run Incentive and decided to tape the teachers and staff to the wall.  Check out the video on Instagram and Facebook.

The 2nd graders had fun playing kickball for having the most kids registered.  

If you have any feedback for the PTA about the Fun Run please click here.

 

 

GIRL SCOUTS Information Meeting November 29th at 6 PM at DPES Kindergarten Pod!

The local Girl Scout troop is looking for more 1st graders to make a troop this year.  We currently don’t have enough to make a troop and are desperately looking for more! 

Girl Scouts is a great way to bond with other girls in the local community, help with service projects, learn new skills (stem, arts & crafts, cooking, camping, etc), learn to be a girl-led leader, having fun, making friends, earning badges, and more! 

If you are interested in joining girl scouts, please meet with us on Wednesday, November 29th, AT 6PM DPES Kindergarten Pod. Or send an email to the Troop Organizer, Cami Minks [email protected] for more information.

 

PTA Meeting November 29th 7 PM and via Zoom

Please join us on November 29th at 7 PM in the DP Library or via zoom for our PTA Meeting.  Get updates from Mr. D’Amato on what’s going on at the school and hear about the upcoming events for next year.  You do not have to be a member of the PTA to participate in the meeting, but you must be a member to vote. Members will receive an email prior to the meeting with all the documents.

Click here for the zoom meeting. Childcare will be provided.

 

Join the PTA

Be a part of the magic that helps Deer Park be the special place that it is by joining the PTA!

All members receive a Bucky magnetic clip, a parent directory (in Nov./Dec.), voting powers, and memberships to the Fairfax County PTA, VA PTA and national PTA.  Just a reminder, PTA memberships are good for one school year.  If you were a member in the past we would love for you to join again. Click here to join.

Upcoming Dates

 

November 

16 - Progress Reports Sent Home

17 - Federal Impact Aid Survey Due Date

17 - STEM Math Night 6-8PM in the Cafeteria

22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Holiday Break/No School for students & staff

29 - PTA Meeting 7:00 PM Library and ZOOM

 

December

9 - PTA Board and Brush Night Out

15 - AAP Referrals Due Date/NO late referrals accepted

Winter Break December 18 - January 1st 2024, school resumes January 2nd

See the full school year calendar here.

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Parent & Educator Workshop Tonight at 7 PM

Learn the common myths surrounding children's behavior and get tools to understand the "why" behind challenging behaviors and different approaches to support positive outcomes.

When: November 14, 2023 @ 7PM

Join the Zoom Meeting Here!

Meeting ID: 980 8197 2342
Passcode: 074174

 

 

Bucky's Thanksgiving Barbeque Bash Tomorrow! Please join us for Deer Park's 3rd Annual Bucky's Thanksgiving Barbeque Bash.

Wednesday, November 15th during your child's regularly scheduled lunch time! 

Menu: Grilled 100% all beef hot dog, chips, water & dessert treat.

We hope you can join us for this FREE fun event for our families. Then stop by the book fair in the library!

Lunch Schedule

First Grade - 10:50-11:20
AM Preschool and PAC - 11:05-11:35
Second Grade - 11:20-11:50
Kindergarten - 11:35-12:05
Fourth Grade - 11:50-12:20
PM Preschool - 12:30 - 1:00
Fifth Grade - 12:20-12:50
Third Grade - 12:50-1:20
Enhanced Aut - 12:50-1:20
Sixth Grade - 1:20-1:50

Thank you to Matt Leiva and his team with Keller Williams Real Estate group for your support in making this event possible.

[email protected]

 

Bookworm Central Book Fair November 13-17

The Bookworm Central Book Fair will take place in the library November 13-17! Monday and Tuesday will be preview days only where students will come with their teacher to preview the books and create a wish list of books they would like to purchase. Wednesday through Friday books will be available for sale; teachers will have a set time for students to visit the library to purchase books. Parents may shop the book fair any time it is open Wednesday-Friday.

Book Fair Hours:

Weds: 8:30 am–3:20 pm (families are welcome to visit during Bucky’s Bash!)

Thurs: 8:30 am–3:20 pm (closed for lunch 11:40-12:15)

Fri: 8:30 am–12:00 pm

 

  Spirit Night Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A Chantilly

November 15, 2023

4:00-8:00 p.m.

Help support Deer Park PTA during spirit night at Chick-fil-A-Chantilly. Mention "Deer Park PTA" before placing your order with a Team Member at Chick-Fil-A Chantilly.

When placing a mobile order enter the code "DeerPark" when prompted by the Community Care Event pop-up.

 

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Fun Fit Friday Canceled

Due to the rain this morning, we are canceling Fun Fit Friday today. Hope to see you next week on the track!

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November 10, 2023

Veterans Day provides a great reason to pause, reflect, and recognize the extraordinary sacrifices our Veterans and their families have made on our behalf, and we thank them for their service. Learn more about the history of Veterans Day at va.gov.

Please feel free to join us for our Veterans Day celebration in the gym at 9:30 a.m. where our 3rd to 6th grade students
will be performing.

 

SAVE THE DATE! Bucky's Thanksgiving Barbeque Bash
November 15th You are cordially invited to Deer Park's 3rd Annual Bucky's Thanksgiving Barbeque Bash. When? Wednesday, November 15th!

Location? Outside, front of school, tent area

Time? During your child's regularly scheduled lunch time

Menu: Grilled 100% all beef hot dog, chips, dessert treat and water

We hope you can join us for this FREE fun event for our families.

Rain or Shine! November 15th Lunch Schedule

First Grade - 10:50-11:20
AM Preschool and PAC - 11:05-11:35
Second Grade - 11:20-11:50
Kindergarten - 11:35-12:05
Fourth Grade - 11:50-12:20
PM Preschool - 12:30 - 1:00
Fifth Grade - 12:20-12:50
Third Grade - 12:50-1:20
Enhanced Aut - 12:50-1:20
Sixth Grade - 1:20-1:50

Parking

Please do not park in the bus loop which will be coned off and be cautious of people crossing the parking lot area. We appreciate your cooperation! Thank you.

Thank you to Matt Leiva and his team with Keller Williams Real Estate group for your support in making this event possible.

[email protected]

  Full-Time AAP (Level IV) AAP Referral Reminder Reminder: Window for Full-time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2023

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for full-time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time (Level IV) Referral Form and supplemental materials to Sandy Murray at [email protected] no later than December 15, 2023. 

The window for families to submit a referral for full-time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually. All forms may be found on the AAP forms page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted.

Submitting a referral form for full-time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for full-time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April.

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website. Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Murray with any questions at [email protected]

 

Bookworm Central Book Fair November 13-17

The Bookworm Central Book Fair will take place in the library November 13-17! Monday and Tuesday will be preview days only where students will come with their teacher to preview the books and create a wish list of books they would like to purchase. Wednesday through Friday books will be available for sale; teachers will have a set time for students to visit the library to purchase books. Parents may shop the book fair any time it is open Wednesday-Friday.

Can’t make it to the book fair and don’t want to send your child to school with cash or a credit card? Try using the eWallet feature! You can set a maximum amount for your child to spend at the book fair and your credit card will be charged for only the amount your child spends, without going over the maximum amount you determine! Just remember to PRINT OUT a copy of the eWallet for your child to bring to the book fair. Watch this short video for simple directions on how to set up an eWallet account: How to set up eWallet here.

To get started, visit the Registration link for eWallet.

Book Fair Hours:

Weds: 8:30 am–3:20 pm (families are welcome to visit during Bucky’s Bash!)

Thurs: 8:30 am–3:20 pm (closed for lunch 11:40-12:15)

Fri: 8:30 am–12:00 pm

Book Fair: Important Information

In conjunction with the book fair next week, the PTA will be hosting a free book giveaway for ALL students!

Each student will get to choose ONE free book from a large assortment of gently used books in the first floor pod area.

Thank you to our wonderful PTA for organizing this free book giveaway to promote literacy!

 

Federal Impact Aid Survey: Now Online

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. To make it easier, the form is now available online in SIS ParentVue. More information on accessing the form here.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Pre-printed paper forms were sent home last week. Please return your Federal Impact aid form to your child's teacher as soon as possible.

 

5th Grade Clean Up Crew These lovely 5th graders worked hard last week to clean up the playground!

 

Thank you Deer Park PTA!

A huge thank you to our wonderful PTA for the special autumn treat for our hardworking teachers and staff!  We appreciate you!

 

November is National Family Engagement Month

November is National Family Engagement Month! This month reminds us that families are children’s first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Over 35 years of research shows that the most effective way to increase student achievement is for families to be actively involved in their children's education

Here is a November calendar with ideas for you to celebrate this month.

Family Engagement Calendar - English

Family Engagement Calendar - Spanish

Family Engagement Calendar - Arabic

  Menu Substitution

Due to the vendor's shortage of BBQ sauce, we will serve Cheese and Pepperoni Pizzas on Friday.

See the full menu here!

 

Deer Park PTA Information www.deerparkespta.org

 

Register - Share - Shop Support our Fundraiser!

Charleston Wrap Catalog Sales ends November 13th. We have reached our goal of $5000, but let’s keep going! The more funds the merrier for the students, teachers, and staff. Deer Park earns 40% per item and 30% per personalized item.  

Prizes will go home a couple times a week.  Drop off your prize coupon in the Front Office to win the Giant Slow Pokey.

  Spirit Night Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A Chantilly November 15, 2023 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Help support Deer Park PTA during spirit night at Chick-fil-A-Chantilly. Mention "Deer Park PTA" before placing your order with a Team Member at Chick-Fil-A Chantilly.

When placing a mobile order enter the code "DeerPark" when prompted by the Community Care Event pop-up.

 

STEM Night at Deer Park! November 17th from 6:00-8:00 PM

Join us for rewards, giveaways, and a night of fun and games for kids and parents alike!

RSVP with the scan code below or link below.

Click here to register. Registration is recommended but not required.

 

“I am Hopeful Because…” The 2023-2024 Reflections Art Contest is open now!!Submissions are due November 15th!

Do you have a budding artist or musician or just an artistic child?  Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Watch this video  that explains the program and the steps to take to participate! Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click here for some inspiration! Student entries are in English and Spanish. Submissions are due November 15th through our Deer Park Drop box here. For details and guidelines please visit our Deer Park PTA website.

*Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities.

 

Parent & Educator Workshop

November 14, 2023 7 PM

Learn the common myths surrounding children's behavior and get tools to understand the "why" behind challenging behaviors and different approaches to support positive outcomes.

When: November 14, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m.

Virtual
Join Zoom Meeting Here: https://zoom.us
Meeting ID: 980 8197 2342
Passcode: 074174

  MESSAGE FROM THE GIRL SCOUTS!

The local Girl Scout troop is looking for more 1st graders to make a troop this year.  We currently don’t have enough to make a troop and are desperately looking for more! 

Girl Scouts is a great way to bond with other girls in the local community, help with service projects, learn new skills (stem, arts & crafts, cooking, camping, etc), learn to be a girl-led leader, having fun, making friends, earning badges, and more!

Learn more about:

-          Stem Activities: Computer coding, race car challenges, robot making

-          Arts & Crafts: Seasonal activities, painting, dancing, singing

-          Outdoor Adventure: Sling Shooting, Fire Making, Camping, Outdoor cooking, hiking

-          Community: Help the local community, service projects, helping animals

-          And More! Make new friends, learn leadership, confidence, bonding, girl-led activities

If you are interested in joining girl scouts, please meet with us on Wednesday, November 29th, AT 6PM DPES Kindergarten Pods. Or send an email to the Troop Organizer, Cami Minks [email protected] for more information. 

 

DEER PARK FAMILIES:

Be a part of the magic that helps Deer Park be the special place that it is by joining the PTA!

All members receive a Bucky magnetic clip, a parent directory (in Nov./Dec.), voting powers, and memberships to the Fairfax County PTA, VA PTA and national PTA.  Just a reminder, PTA memberships are good for one school year.  If you were a member in the past we would love for you to join again.

Click here to join!

Rates remain unchanged from last year:  $10 individual, $15 family (2 adults), and $8 faculty

Upcoming Dates November

9 - Make-up Picture Day 

10 - Veterans Day Celebration 9:30 a.m.

13 - Charleston Wrap catalog sales end

13-17 - Book Fair

14 - November Parent & Educator Workshop, 7PM via Zoom

15 - Deer Park Community BBQ during regular lunch times

15 - PTA Chick-fil-A Restaurant Spirit Night 4-8PM

15 - Reflections Submissions are due

16 - Progress Reports Sent Home

17 - Federal Impact Aid Survey Due Date

17 - STEM Math Night 6-8PM in the Cafeteria

22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Holiday Break/No School for students & staff

29 - PTA Meeting 7:00 PM

 

December

1 - PTA Art Reflections Show

14 - 5th & 6th Grade Strings Winter Concert 7:00 p.m.

15 - AAP Referrals Due Date/no late referrals accepted

Winter Break December 18 - January 1st 2024, school resumes January 2nd

See the full school year calendar here.

 

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Friday, November 3rd End of 1st Quarter / Early Dismissal at 1:25 p.m.

November 6: School Planning Day/ Student Holiday

November 7: Teacher Work Day/ Student Holiday

 

Lost and Found

Has your child lost a jacket, sweatshirt, hoodie, lunchbox?  Please check the lost and found located in the cafeteria.   

Any items not claimed by the end of the 1st quarter
will be donated.

 

Where's Waldo? Staff and students had a blast last Friday for Book Character day and parade!

 

Federal Impact Aid Survey

Please check your child's Thursday folder today for the pre-printed Federal Impact Aid Survey and return it to your child's teacher as soon as possible.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

Available electronically now!

The form is available online for the enrolling parent to complete. Once logged into SIS ParentVue, click "online packets" in the top right corner, then select "Federal Impact Aid Survey". Step by step help here!

Thank you for your support.

 

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday, November 5th
Don't forget to set your
clocks back one hour!   Honoring Our Veterans November 10th at 9:30 a.m.

Our third, fourth, fifth and sixth grade students will be singing at our Veterans Day assembly. We are asking students to wear a coordinating solid colored t-shirt.

If you have Veterans in your family, please join us to celebrate. Kindly RSVP to Julie Kim at [email protected]

3rd grade: Please wear a RED shirt

4th grade: Please wear a WHITE shirt

5th & 6th grade: Please wear a BLUE shirt

  Bookworm Central Book Fair November 13-17

The Bookworm Central Book Fair will take place in the library November 13-17! Monday and Tuesday will be preview days only where students will come with their teacher to preview the books and create a wish list of books they would like to purchase. Wednesday through Friday books will be available for sale; teachers will have a set time for students to visit the library to purchase books. Parents may shop the book fair any time it is open Wednesday-Friday.

Can’t make it to the book fair and don’t want to send your child to school with cash or a credit card? Try using the eWallet feature! You can set a maximum amount for your child to spend at the book fair and your credit card will be charged for only the amount your child spends, without going over the maximum amount you determine! Just remember to PRINT OUT a copy of the eWallet for your child to bring to the book fair. Watch this short video for simple directions on how to set up an eWallet account: How to set up eWallet?

To get stated, visit Registration link for ewallet

Book Fair Hours:

Weds: 8:30 am–3:20 pm (families are welcome to visit during Bucky’s Bash!)

Thurs: 8:30 am–3:20 pm (closed for lunch 11:40-12:15)

Fri: 8:30 am–12:00 pm

 

The Deer Park Wishtree is in full bloom, each leaf a special wish. Be sure to check it out during the bookfair! Bucky's Thanksgiving Barbeque Bash!

 

You are cordially invited to Deer Park's 3rd Annual Bucky's Thanksgiving Barbeque Bash. When? Wednesday, November 15th!

Location? Cafeteria/main hallway with some limited seating under the tents

Time? During your child's regularly scheduled lunch time

Menu: Grilled 100% all beef hot dog, chips, dessert treat and water

We hope you can join us for this FREE fun event for our families.

Rain or Shine! November 15th Lunch Schedule

First Grade - 10:50-11:20
AM Preschool and PAC - 11:05-11:35
Second Grade - 11:20-11:50
Kindergarten - 11:35-12:05
Fourth Grade - 11:50-12:20
PM Preschool - 12:30 - 1:00
Fifth Grade - 12:20-12:50
Third Grade - 12:50-1:20
Enhanced Aut - 12:50-1:20
Sixth Grade - 1:20-1:50

Parking

Please do not park in the bus loop which will be coned off and be cautious of people crossing the parking lot area. We appreciate your cooperation! Thank you.

Thank you to Matt Leiva and his team with Keller Williams Real Estate group for your support in making this event possible.

[email protected]

  Cafeteria Student Lunch Menu Wednesday, November 15

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich & Cheese Stick

Thursday, November 16

Sliced Turkey w/Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes & Green Beans

 

Cultural Observances Around the World November

All Month - Natl American Indian & Alaskan Native Heritage Month/U.S.; Learn more here, native american heritage month

11 - Veteran's Day/U.S.; Learn more here: veterans-day/history-of-veterans-day

12 - Diwali/Hindu, Jain & Sikh; Learn more here, wiki/Diwali

20 - World Children's Day/International; Learn more here, Childrens_Day

23 - Thanksgiving/U.S.; Learn more here, Thanksgiving

24 - Native American Heritage Day/U.S.; Learn more here, Native_American_Heritage_Day

 

Make-Up Picture Day - November 9

Missed picture day or want a retake? Fall picture make-up day is November 9th. Please plan for your child to have their picture taken if:

• they started at Deer Park after September 12
• they were absent on September 12
• you were not pleased with the picture they took that day - the original portrait package must be returned to the photographer.

Questions? Please email [email protected]

 

Deer Park PTA Information www.deerparkespta.org

Charleston Wrap Catalog Sales is ongoing till November 13th. Help us reach our goal of $5000.  Deer Park earns 40% per item and 30% per personalized item.  We are already at 79%.  Keep it up.

REGISTER. SHARE. SHOP.  SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISER! Say goodbye to gift-list stress and hello to supporting Deer Park! Charleston Wrap has an array of budget-friendly, top-quality goodies for any occasion – even if the celebration is just for you!

#1 REGISTER - Register participant at registercw.com to access our handy invitation tools in the Participant Portal. Very important. Use the Org ID: 26166 to register.

#2 SHARE - Invite friends and family to support!

#3 SHOP - Go online to SHOP and help us reach our GOAL today!

Prizes will go home a couple times a week. Drop off your prize coupon in the Front Office to win the Giant Slow Pokey.

 

“I am Hopeful Because…” The 2023-2024 Reflections Art Contest is open now!! Submissions are due November 15th!

Do you have a budding artist or musician or just an artistic child?  Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Watch this video that explains the program and the steps to take to participate! STudents submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click here for some inspiration! Student entries are in English and Spanish. Submissions are due November 15th through our Deer Park Drop Box here. For details and guidelines please visit our Deer Park PTA website.

*Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities.

 

DEER PARK FAMILIES:

Be a part of the magic that helps Deer Park be the special place that it is by joining the PTA!

All members receive a Bucky magnetic clip, a parent directory (in Nov./Dec.), voting powers, and memberships to the Fairfax County PTA, VA PTA and national PTA.  Just a reminder, PTA memberships are good for one school year.  If you were a member in the past we would love for you to join again.  Click here to join!!

Rates remain unchanged from last year:  $10 individual, $15 family (2 adults), and $8 faculty

 

Parent & Educator Workshop

Learn the common myths surrounding children's behavior and get tools to understand the "why" behind challenging behaviors and different approaches to support positive outcomes.

When: November 14, 2023 @ 7:00 p.m.

Virtual
Join Zoom Meeting HERE: https://zoom.us/
Meeting ID: 980 8197 2342
Passcode: 074174

  Spirit Night Fundraiser at Chick-fil-A Chantilly November 15, 2023
4:00-8:00 p.m.

Help support Deer Park PTA during spirit night at Chick-fil-A-Chantilly. Mention "Deer Park PTA" before placing your order with a Team Member at Check-Fil-A Chantilly.

When placing a mobile order enter the code "DeerPark" when prompted by the Community Care Event pop-up.

  STEM Night at Deer Park!
November 17th from 6:00-8:00 PM

Join us for rewards, giveaways, and a night of fun and games for kids and parents alike!

RSVP with the scan code below.

Upcoming Dates November

3 - End of 1st Quarter - 2 hour early dismissal at 1:25 p.m.

5 - Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall back 1 hour)

6 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

7 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

9 - Make-up Picture Day 

10 - Veterans Day Celebration 9:30 a.m.

13-17 - Book Fair

14 - November Parent & Educator Workshop/virtual

15 - Deer Park Community BBQ during regular lunch times

15 - PTA Chick-fil-A Restaurant Spirit Night 4-8PM

16 - Progress Reports Sent Home

17 - Federal Impact Aid Survey Due Date

17 - STEM Math Night 6-8PM in the Cafeteria

22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Holiday Break/No School for students & staff

29 - PTA Meeting 7:00 PM

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Fun Fit Friday Cancelled Tomorrow

Due to tomorrow's early morning freezing temperatures, our Fun Fit Friday is cancelled.

We hope to see you next Friday!

 

Friday Reminder - early dismissal at 1:25 p.m.
Please plan accordingly.

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DEER PARK ES READING CHALLENGE

One of the goals that our staff set for itself last year was to increase our student’s usage of the Lexia/Power Up reading program. This program is an adaptive blended learning program that accelerates the development of literacy skills for students of all abilities, helping them to make the shift from learning to read to reading to learn. There has been significant data collected to show that Lexia usage directly correlates with an increase in iReady reading scores which in turn increases Reading SOL scores as well.

We would like to continue this work during the 2023-24 school year by holding two schoolwide/Power Up challenges. Our first challenge began on Monday, October 2nd and will end on Tuesday, October 31st. During this challenge, our goal is for all students in kindergarten through second grade to average 15 minutes on Lexia/Power Up per school day and our students in third through sixth grade to average 20 minutes per school day. If your child would like to work towards additional minutes at home, they can do so. However, it is important for their own growth that they receive no adult assistance. Our overall goal for the entire month of October is for our students to work on Lexia/Power Up for a total of 175,000 minutes. Minutes will be closely monitored and growth toward our goal will be shared both on the morning news and on a meter in the front hallway.

If our students can achieve this goal, as a reward, we will be holding a, “School’s Out: Bucky’s Fun Day” on Thursday, November 2nd. 

On this day, we will have morning meeting as usual, and then break into grade level groups to work through activities and challenges that we hope will inspire, engage, and create team building opportunities for all our students. Activities will vary from one grade to the next, but may include board games, cooking, arts and crafts, sports, and minute to win it games among others.

 

On this day, students will have lunch and recess at their regularly scheduled times.

Our day will end with a closing reflection conversation with their homeroom teachers and a special treat provided by the school.

We look forward to cheering our students along as they work towards a common goal and are excited to see the reading growth that comes from it as well. We do truly hope our celebration on November 2nd is a special day for everyone!

Mark your calendar

Friday, November 3rd is the end of the
1st Quarter of school.

Students will be dismissed at 1:25 p.m.

Monday, November 6 - No School for students
Tuesday, November 7 - No School for students

Please plan accordingly.

 

Deer Park Book Fair Coming Soon November 13-17

The Bookworm Central Book Fair will take place in the library November 13-17! Monday and Tuesday will be preview days only where students will come with their teacher to preview the books and create a wish list of books they would like to purchase. Wednesday through Friday books will be available for sale; teachers will have a set time for students to visit the library to purchase books. Parents may shop the book fair any time it is open Wednesday-Friday.

Can’t make it to the book fair and don’t want to send your child to school with cash or a credit card? Try using the eWallet feature! You can set a maximum amount for your child to spend at the book fair and your credit card will be charged for only the amount your child spends, without going over the maximum amount you determine! Just remember to PRINT OUT a copy of the eWallet for your child to bring to the book fair. Watch this short video for simple directions on how to set up an eWallet account: Bookwork eWallet video

To get started, visit bookwormbmaps.com/eWallet

Book Fair Hours:

Wednesday: 8:30 am – 3:20 pm (families are welcome to visit during Bucky’s Bash!)

Thursday: 8:30 am – 3:20 pm (closed for lunch 11:40-12:15)

Friday: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm

 

Federal Impact Aid Survey:
Now Online

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. To make it easier, the form is now available online in SIS ParentVUE. 

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important because information from this survey results in an additional $3 million in grants each year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For families that do not have access to ParentVUE or prefer to complete a paper form, a printed form will be provided by the school in the November 2nd Thursday folders.

Once logged in to SIS ParentVUE, click “Online Packets” in the top right corner. Then, select “Federal Impact Aid Survey.” Get more information.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. Find out how to get technical support for ParentVUE.

 

Friday is Dress Like a Book Character Day!

 

 

Friday, October 27th students are encouraged to dress like your favorite book character! Bring along your favorite book to share in class.

Don't have a favorite book character? Wear your costume (no masks permitted) OR your Deer Park Spirit wear and colors!

The SCA is sponsoring an indoor parade at the end of the day. Parents are welcome to come for the parade at 2:45 p.m.

Please remember that all costumes should follow school dress code policies.  

 

Military Families Newsletter

📰 Newsletter for Military-Connected Families
Did you know that the Office of Family and School Partnerships sends a monthly newsletter for military-connected families? Subscribe today.

Honoring our Veterans - November 10th

Deer Park students and staff would like to celebrate and honor our Veterans with a performance at 9:30 a.m. in the gym on Friday, November 10th followed by a reception.

If you have Veterans in your family, please join us to celebrate. Please RSVP to [email protected]

Deer Park PTA Information
www.deerparkespta.org

 

Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night Tonight!!!  

Round two of our epic fundraising Spirit Night is here! The only decision left is whether to dine-in or grab it to-go!

Remember to flash this flyer from your Thursday folder or on your phone to add to Deer Park's Spirit Night funds.

And hey, don't let that gift card you snagged last week go to waste – use it to pay for tonight's dinner!

  Fall Festival is Tomorrow 6-8pm (Bus Loop)!!

Join us for our Annual Bucky's Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat! It’s a spooktacular night! We've got food trucks (5 dinner trucks and 1 scrumptious dessert truck) to fill your bellies, trunk-or-treating to satisfy your sweet tooth, music to get you grooving, contests and games with awesome prizes, and craft stations to get your creative juices flowing! Don't forget to dress up in your favorite costume for an additional prize. Remember to bring a bag to collect all your treats!

  Trunk-or-Treat!!

We have had spectacular trunks in years past so let's keep it going this year!!  Sign up and come with your best trunk, and some extra treats!

Sign up for Trunk or Treat click here!!

We still need volunteers to man the inflatables.  They are one hour shifts. 

Please sign up  HERE.

Donations are greatly appreciated! Please drop them off at the school office.

 

Charleston Wrap Sales

 

Charleston Wrap Catalog Sales is ongoing till November 13th. Help us reach our goal of $5000.  Deer Park earns 40% per item and 30% per personalized item.  We are already at 53%.  Keep it up.

 REGISTER. SHARE. SHOP.  SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISER! Say goodbye to gift-list stress and hello to supporting Deer Park! Charleston Wrap has an array of budget-friendly, top-quality goodies for any occasion – even if the celebration is just for you!

#1 REGISTER - Register participant at https://www.registercw.com/ to access our handy invitation tools in the Participant Portal. Very important! Use the ORG ID: 26166 to register.

#2 SHARE - Invite friends and family to support! Share this link! to the sale using the TEXT & EMAIL invitation tools. Don’t forget to share on SOCIAL MEDIA, too!

#3 TEXT & EMAIL invitation tools. Don’t forget to share on SOCIAL MEDIA, too! #3 SHOP Go online to SHOP and help us reach our GOAL today! With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone, including you!

Watch the kick-off video!

Prizes will go home a couple of times a week. Drop off your prize coupon in the Front Office to win the Giant Slow Pokey.

 

“I am Hopeful Because…” The 2023-2024 Reflections Art Contest is open now!! Submissions are due November 15th!

Do you have a budding artist or musician or just an artistic child?  Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Watch this video that explains the program and the steps to take to participate! Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click here for some inspiration! Student entries are in English and Spanish.

Submissions are due November 15th through our Deer Park Drop Box here.

For details and guidelines please visit our Deer Park PTA website.

*Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities.

 

DEER PARK FAMILIES:

Be a part of the magic that helps Deer Park be the special place that it is by joining the PTA!

All members receive a Bucky magnetic clip, a parent directory (in Nov./Dec.), voting powers, and memberships to the Fairfax County PTA, VA PTA and national PTA.  Just a reminder, PTA memberships are good for one school year. 

If you were a member in the past we would love for you to join again.

Rates remain unchanged from last year:  $10 individual, $15 family (2 adults), and $8 faculty

deerparkespta.memberhub.com

  SPIRIT WEAR:

Bucky is stylin’ and profilin’ in the Deer Park Spirit Wear designs!  Spirit Wear has been totally revamped for this coming year and will be sold online year-round!  That’s right…on-demand Spirit Wear!  Click here for the online store!

Upcoming Dates October

26 - Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night

27 - Book Character Day and Parade

27 - PTA Fall Festival with Trunk or Treat

 

November

3 - End of 1st Quarter - 2 hour early dismissal at 1:25 p.m.

5 - Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall back 1 hour)

6 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

7 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

9 - Make-up Picture Day 

10 - Veterans Day Celebration 9:30 a.m.

13-17 - Book Fair

15 - Deer Park Community BBQ - more information to come!

16 - Progress Reports Sent Home

17 - Federal Impact Aid Survey Due Date

22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Holiday Break/No School for students & staff

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Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Sales End Tonight

Exciting News!! We're thrilled to announce that we've joined forces with Texas Roadhouse for a two-part fundraiser to support our school! Here's how it works:

• Purchase a e-gift card before October's Spirit Night
• Use the e-gift card to pay for your Spirit Night meal on October 26th
• We get 10% of e-gift card sales and 10% back from Spirit Night sales

 It's a win-win situation for Deer Park, so don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute to our school's success!

 

Scan the QR code or click here to purchase a gift card.

 

Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night October 26th 3-10 PM

Please show the flyer so Deer Park gets credit.

Texas Roadhouse dine in or to go! Support Deer Park Night

  Friday is Dress Like a Book Character Day!

Friday, October 27th students are encouraged to dress like your favorite book character! Bring along your favorite book to share in class.

Don't have a favorite book character? Wear your costume (no masks permitted) OR your Deer Park Spirit wear and colors!

The SCA is sponsoring an indoor parade at the end of the day. Parents are welcome to come for the parade at 2:45 p.m.

Please remember that all costumes should follow school dress code policies.

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Federal Impact Aid Survey

Impact Aid programs and grants are designed to assist local school districts that enroll federally connected students. The grants from these programs will become part of FCPS' general operating budget and are critical to ensuring that all children in FCPS receive an excellent education. FCPS anticipates receiving approximately $3,000,000 in Impact Aid funds.

New this year - Submit your form electronically!

FCPS is pleased to announce that the Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available electronically through your ParentVUE account. For families that do not have access to ParentVUE or prefer to complete a paper form, a printed form will be provided by the school in the November 2nd Thursday folders.

Please visit the FCPS website for steps to access the survey in ParentVue.

Be a Super Hero! Help our schools!

A completed survey is required for each school-age
child in the household. 

Due date to submit form either through ParentVue or on paper is
November 17th.

Questions? Please contact our Registrar.

Make-Up Photo Day coming Soon

Picture make-up day will be November 9th. If your child was absent (on September 12, the original picture day), newly enrolled or you are dissatisfied with the original portrait package, your child should have their portrait taken on November 9th. 

Families that previously purchased a photo package and would like to retake the photo, MUST return the original photo package to the photographer in order to receive a new package.

Questions? Please contact Victor O'Neill studio at [email protected] 

Haven't ordered pictures yet? It's not too late. Use the link below to order:

https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001029390#login

 

ONE SCHOOL,
ONE BOOK

Tonight we will finish reading Wishtree by Katherine Applegate with chapters 48-51! We hope you enjoyed this heartwarming story with Red, Bongo, Samar, Stephen and all their animal friends! Wishtree reminds us of the power of kindness, community, working together and, of course, hope for the future. If you and your family loved reading Wishtree, be sure to check out Katherine Applegate’s other books: The One and Only Ivan, The One and Only Bob, The One and Only Ruby, Crenshaw, Willodeen, Odder,  and many more!

We will have our last Wishtree trivia question on the news show Friday. Next week, students will be helping to create our very own wish tree in the hallway outside the library. Be sure to check it out next time you are in the building!

 

Menu Improvements

• 🥗 New School Lunch Menu Options 

FCPS' Food and Nutrition Services team will be rolling out improvements to the menu that better reflect the diversity of our student body and focus on fresh, healthy food. Learn about FCPS' new menu options here.

Deer Park lunch menus.

Friday Menu Substitution:

Due to the vendor's shortage of Banana bread, we will have Apple muffins and Banana bread on the Breakfast menu.

  Rabies Information from the Health Department

The Fairfax County Health Department wants the community to be aware of two cases of rabid animals (one skunk and one raccoon) in the Centreville/Bull Run area. There are no public health actions or concerns for schools and the community at this time other than to be aware and contact the health department to report any animal attacks.

More information can be found on the county website HERE.

 

Honoring our Veterans November 10

Deer Park students and staff would like to celebrate and honor our Veterans with a performance at 9:30 a.m. in the gym on Friday, November 10th followed by a reception.

If you have Veterans in your family, please join us to celebrate. Please RSVP to Ms. Julie Kim

Energy Assistance for Fairfax County Residents

The Virginia Energy Assistance Program (EAP) assists low-income households in meeting their immediate home energy needs. To be eligible, households must have a heating or cooling expense and gross monthly income may not exceed 150 percent of the federal poverty level. 

The application period for Fuel Assistance 2024 began this week and will end November 13th. 

To find out more about eligibility and how to apply, please visit the VA Dept of Social Services website.

 

Deer Park PTA Information www.deerparkespta.org Bucky’s Fun Run Fundraising ends
October 20th, 2023

Only one more day of fundraising left to reach our goal of $28,000. We are currently at 87% of our goal. The final Raffle will be Monday on the morning news and the Golden Ticket raffle will be on Wednesday October 25th.  Incentives will be delivered to school about twice per week until fundraising concludes so be on the lookout for Bucky tattoos, Bucky Croc Charms, and Deer Park Sunglasses. One final distribution will be done next week.

There is still time to register and share your Facebook page and earn those incentives and raffle tickets.

Friday is the last day to send in cash/check to the school. Just put your child's name and teacher on it and make checks out to Deer Park ES PTA. The front office has an envelope for them.

The students enjoyed music at lunch today for earning the $15,000 incentive last week. The kids voted on what activity the teachers will do and the activity is…duct tape them to the wall. The students will get cotton candy at lunch in the future for raising $24,000. The grade with the highest percentage registered wins a kickball game vs. staff & parents! In addition, the three grades that raise the most money will receive an extra recess OR PJ Day with Movie!

We want to thank our Fun Run Sponsors for their generous donations and the businesses that donated raffle prizes.

Fall Festival is Friday, October 27th
6-8pm (Bus Loop)!!

Join us for our Annual Bucky's Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat! It’s a spooktacular night! We've got food trucks to fill your bellies, trunk-or-treating to satisfy your sweet tooth, music to get you grooving, contests and games with awesome prizes, and craft stations to get your creative juices flowing! Don't forget to dress up in your favorite costume for an additional prize. Remember to bring a bag to collect all your treats!

 

Trunk-or-Treat!!!

We have had spectacular trunks in years past so let's keep it going this year!!  Sign up and come with your best trunk, and some extra treats!

Sign up for Trunk or treat click here!

Donations are greatly appreciated! Buy off the Amazon wish list, Oriental Trading Co (Use Deer Park’s code: DEERPARKFUN to help earn money for the school), or donate candy or non-candy treats from anywhere.  Please drop them off at the school office.

 

Charleston Wrap Catalog Sales start
October 21st-See packet in Thursday Folder

REGISTER. SHARE. SHOP.  SUPPORT OUR FUNDRAISER! Say goodbye to gift-list stress and hello to supporting Deer Park! Charleston Wrap has an array of budget-friendly, top-quality goodies for any occasion – even if the celebration is just for you!

#1 REGISTER Register participant at https://www.registercw.com/ to access our handy invitation tools in the Participant Portal. Very important. Use the Org ID: 26166 to register.

#2 SHARE Invite friends and family to support! Share this link! to the sale using the TEXT & EMAIL invitation tools. Don’t forget to share on SOCIAL MEDIA, too! #3 SHOP Go online to SHOP and help us reach our GOAL today! With over 2,500 gift ideas there is something for everyone, including you!

Watch the kick-off video!

 

Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards

Exciting News!! We're thrilled to announce that we've joined forces with Texas Roadhouse for a two-part fundraiser to support our school! Here's how it works:

• Purchase a e-gift card before October's Spirit Night
• Use the e-gift card to pay for your Spirit Night meal on October 26th
• We get 10% of e-gift card sales and 10% back from Spirit Night sales

 It's a win-win situation for Deer Park, so don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute to our school's success!

Scan the QR code or Click here to purchase a gift card! 

 

“I am Hopeful Because…” The 2023-2024 Reflections Art Contest is open now!! Submissions are due November 15th!

Do you have a budding artist or musician or just an artistic child?  Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Watch this video that explains the program and the steps to take to participate! Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click HERE for some inspiration! Student entries are in English and Spanish. Submissions are due November 15th through our Deer Park Drop Box  here.  For details and guidelines please visit our Deer Park PTA website.

*Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities.

Upcoming Dates October

9 - 23 - Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Sales to use at Spirit Night

20 - Fun Run Fundraising Ends

21 - Charleston Wrap catalog sales start

26 - Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night

27 - PTA Fall Festival with Trunk or Treat

November

3 - End of 1st Quarter - 2 hour early dismissal at 1:25 p.m.

5 - Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall back 1 hour)

6 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

7 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

9 - Make-up Picture Day 

10 - Veterans Day Celebration

15 - Deer Park Community BBQ! - more information to come!

16 - Progress Reports Sent Home

17 - Federal Impact Aid Survey Due Date

22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Holiday Break/No School for students & staff

 

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Join us tonight for the Advanced Academics Program Information Meeting and our monthly PTA Meeting!

 

Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Information at 5 PM

Interested in learning more about AAP services? Come join us on Wednesday, October 18 at 5:00 p.m. in the Deer Park Library. The first 15 minutes is geared for K-6 and will be spent going over AAP services offered. We will share important information about AAP in FCPS.

The second half will focus on full-time, level IV screening (geared for grades 2-6). This information is for 2-6 grade families interested in referring a child for full-time, level IV services. Your level IV screening and identification questions will be answered, and we will go in depth to cover the level IV referral and screening process to support you.

Deadline: December 15, 2023

The deadline closes for full-time, level IV referral submissions. No referrals will be accepted after December 15, 2023.

More information and referral forms can be found here.

 

Please join us Tonight at 7 PM for
our PTA meeting

Join us this evening at 7:00 p.m. in the school library or via zoom for our PTA meeting.

We will be discussing the Fun Run, Fall Festival, upcoming Special Ed presentation, Charleston Wrap Fundraiser, and other upcoming events.

Come meet some new people and hear about how the school year is going from Mr. Damato.

The meeting will also be available via ZOOM.

Childcare will be provided.

Thank you.

PTA Board

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Deer Park Parents & Guardians, 

The kids had a blast at the Fun Run last Friday. Thank you for all your hard work fundraising!! Because of you, we are at 85% of our goal. Fundraising continues until October 20th -  let's see if we can reach the $28,000 and earn a GoNoodle Dance Party for the whole school!

On Friday 10/20, there will be a final "regular" raffle on the DPES Morning News. The Golden Ticket Raffle will be held on Monday 10/23 on the Morning News.  

In case you were not aware, there is a competition between grades to see who can get the most percentage of students registered for the Fun Run and the competition continues until Friday 10/20!

The grade with the highest percentage registered wins a kickball game vs. staff & parents!

Currently,  2nd Grade is in first place with 50.70% registered, 1st Grade is in a close second place with 49.32% registered, and Kindergarten rounds out the current Top 3 with 47.89% of students registered.

The remainder of the grades are as follows:  Pre-K/Head-Start at 20.00%, Multi-Age at 28.57%, 3rd grade at 45.59%, 4th grade at 44.05%, 5th grade at 45.45%, and 6th grade at 46.67%

The competition is tight!

In addition, the three grades that raise the most money will receive an extra recess OR PJ Day with Movie!  The amount raised is measured on an average amount raised per student per grade to adjust for the different sizes between grades. 

Money raised during the Fun Run funds the majority of the PTA budget and we all would like to continue to help funding two field trips per year, assemblies, community events, teacher conferences (that benefit students), contributions to the calming pods throughout school, teacher appreciation, and everything else our students and community has grown to love and expect.  

There is still time to register and share your donation page. If you register your student their name will be put on a Fun Run sign and displayed at the Fall Festival:  

Register your student for the Fun Run here (previous log-ins should still work): getmovinfundhub.com

Sharing your child's page on social media and via email are the most effective methods to get donations. Make sure to share from the FundHub portal using the "Share" button to receive credit. If you would like to avoid fees, donations of cash or checks to Deer Park ES PTA can be brought to the front office but make sure to include your student's name and teacher for them to receive credit by Friday October 20th.

We know you have all been working hard to fundraise - the finish line is in sight, let's make it to the finish and bring in these last few thousand dollars Deer Park! Cheers for all the money raised to date and to all the people who have fundraised and donated so far.  

~The Fun Run Committee

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Bucky's Fun Run is tomorrow!

Tomorrow is Fun Run day!!! The weather is going to be perfect. The kids will be running laps, doing fun exercises, and having a freeze pop at the end. We will have water but feel free to send a water bottle with your child. They will receive their shirt that morning but make sure they wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

The School is only at 65% of our goal. In order to have all the fun events the PTA has planned, support for teacher conferences and teacher appreciation, and field trips for our children we need to reach our goal of $28,000.  Fundraising continues to October 20th so there is still time to register your child and raise money. Raffles will continue next week with incentives being sent home every couple of days.

 

Fun Fit Friday Tomorrow

Join Mr. D'Amato and Mrs. Hitz on the track tomorrow morning at 8:10 a.m. for some morning exercise and warm up for Bucky's Fun Run during the school day.

Students in all grade levels (PK-6) are welcome to participate, as well as parents and teachers!

A huge “THANK YOU” to the Deer Park PTA and community for your continued support to make this track possible in partnership with DPES.

We look forward to seeing you on the track!

 

Advanced Academics Program (AAP) Information

Interested in learning more about AAP services? Come join us on Wednesday, October 18 at 5:00 p.m. in the Deer Park Library. The first 15 minutes is geared for K-6 and will be spent going over AAP services offered. We will share important information about AAP in FCPS.

The second half will focus on full-time, level IV screening (geared for grades 2-6). This information is for 2-6 grade families interested in referring a child for full-time, level IV services. Your level IV screening and identification questions will be answered, and we will go in depth to cover the level IV referral and screening process to support you.

Deadline: December 15, 2023

The deadline closes for full-time, level IV referral submissions. No referrals will be accepted after December 15, 2023.

More information and referral forms can be found here.

 

Honoring Our Veterans

Deer Park students and staff would like to celebrate and honor our Veterans with a performance in the gym on Friday, November 10th followed by a reception.

If you have Veterans in your family, please join us to celebrate. Please RSVP to Ms. Julie Kim.

 

One School, One Book

The Wishtree reading journing continues! We hope you are enjoying this book with your student!

Reading Schedule 2023

Wishtree Family Classroom Discussion Questions

 

Federal Impact Aid Survey

The Impact Aid Program is a federal program designed to directly compensate local school districts that have been financially impacted by federal activities. The program’s mission is to reimburse local school districts for local revenues lost due to the presence of federally owned, and therefore tax exempt, property. Your support in identifying students with federal connections will ensure that FCPS can obtain its fair share of grant funds from this program.

New this year! Submit your form electronically!

FCPS is pleased to announce that the Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available electronically through your ParentVUE account on October 16th. For families that do not have access to ParentVUE or prefer to complete a paper form, a printed form will be provided by the school after October 31st.

Please visit the FCPS website  for steps to access the survey in ParentVue.

A completed survey is required for each school-age child in the household. 

Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps to set up your account. Find out more about SIS ParentVue here.

Questions? Contact our Registrar.

 

Free COVID-19 Tests

Every U.S. household can place an order to receive four more free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to their home.

Review health and safety guidance for schools to stay up to date on the best ways to prevent the spread of disease, and for information on when students should stay home from school.

SPANISH: Pruebas Gratuitas de COVID-19

Todos los hogares en los Estados Unidos pueden hacer un pedido para recibir cuatro pruebas rápidas de COVID-19 gratuitas que se enviarán directamente a su casa.

Revise la guía de salud y seguridad para las escuelas para mantenerse al día sobre las mejores maneras de prevenir la transmisión de enfermedades, y para obtener información sobre cuándo los estudiantes deben permanecer en casa y no ir a la escuela.

 

Attendance Matters

Every day counts at Deer Park! Regular attendance is crucial for the academic success of all students. Studies have repeatedly proven that students with better attendance records perform better in school and are more likely to graduate high school on time.

How You Can Help: 

• Set a regular bedtime and morning routine.
• Lay out clothes and pack backpacks the night before.
• Don’t let your child stay home unless he/she is truly sick. Keep in mind that complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
• If your child seems anxious about going to school, talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make them feel comfortable and excited about learning.
• Develop backup plans for getting to school if something comes up. Call on a family member, a neighbor, or another parent.
• Avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.

When scheduling trips or family events, try to use weekends and school holidays, and refer to the FCPS Calendar when planning. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students who are absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.

Visit the FCPS website for attendance resources.

Deer Park PTA Information www.deerparkespta.org Bucky’s Fun Run October 13th, 2023 Tomorrow is Bucky’s Fun Run.  We are at 65% of our goal. 

Even though the Fun Run is tomorrow, there is still time to register and share your page on Facebook, via text or email, and raise money for the school and earn prizes and raffle tickets. Fundraising goes until October 20th and the Golden Ticket raffle will be on October 23rd.

Incentives will be delivered to school about twice per week until fundraising concludes so be on the lookout for Bucky tattoos, Bucky Croc Charms, and Deer Park Sunglasses.

If you want to send in cash/check just put your childs name and teacher on it and make checks out to Deer Park ES PTA.  The front office has an envelope for them.

We need Volunteers to help with the Fun Run event on October 13th.  If you would like to Volunteer please click here to sign up to cheer, set up/tear down, or all day.  You can also come during your child’s time and cheer them on.

We hit $15,000 earlier this week so the kids will have music at lunch next week. The kids enjoyed a free recess on Tuesday. The next whole school incentive is to pick what activity the Principal will do. Lets see if we can make it. The Grade that has the most registered students will win a class vs staff/parent Kickball game. The top 3 grades that raise the most money will earn a recess or PJ day and movie.

Fun Run Incentives

Share on social media: Two Bucky Temporary Tattoos and one raffle entry

Raise $25: Bucky Croc Charm (w/ bracelet for charms) and one raffle entry

Raise $50: Deer Park Sunglasses and two raffle entries

Raise $100: Earn a Golden ticket for large raffle prizes

PTA Meeting
October 18th at 7 PM

Please join us on October 18th at 7 PM in the DP Library or via zoom for our PTA Meeting.  Get updates from Mr. D’Amato on what’s going on at the school and hear about the upcoming Fall Festival and other fundraisers.  You do not have to be a member of the PTA to participate in the meeting, but you must be a member to vote.

Members will receive an email prior to the meeting with all the documents.  Click here for the zoome meeting. Childcare will be provided.

  Fall Festival is Friday, October 27th 6-8pm
(Bus Loop)!!

Join us for our Annual Bucky's Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat! It’s a spooktacular night! We've got food trucks to fill your bellies, trunk-or-treating to satisfy your sweet tooth, music to get you grooving, contests and games with awesome prizes, and craft stations to get your creative juices flowing! Don't forget to dress up in your favorite costume for an additional prize. Remember to bring a bag to collect all your treats!

  Trunk-or-Treat!!!

We have had spectacular trunks in years past so let's keep it going this year!!  Sign up and come with your best trunk, and some extra treats!

Sign up for Trunk or treat click here!
Donations are greatly appreciated! Buy off the Amazon wish list, Oriental Trading Co (Use Deer Park's code: DEERPARKFUN to help earn money for the school), or donate candy or non-candy treats from anywhere. Please drop them off at the school office.

  Texas Roadhouse Gift Cards

Exciting News!! We're thrilled to announce that we've joined forces with Texas Roadhouse for a two-part fundraiser to support our school!

Here's how it works:

• Purchase a e-gift card before October's Spirit Night
• Use the e-gift card to pay for your Spirit Night meal on October 26th
• We get 10% of e-gift card sales and 10% back from Spirit Night sales

It's a win-win situation for Deer Park, so don't miss out on this opportunity to contribute to our school's success!

Scan the QR code or click here to purchase a gift card!

 

The 2023-2024 Reflections Program is
open now!! “I am Hopeful Because…” Reflections Submissions
due November 15th!

Do you have a budding artist or musician or just an artistic child?  Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to enter and another quick video that explains the program! Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click here for some inspiration! Student entries are in English and Spanish. 

Submissions  are due November 15th through Deer Park Drop Box here.

*Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities.

Upcoming Dates October

9 - 23 - Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Sales - use at Spirit Night

13 - PTA Fun Run 2023!

16 - Federal Impact Aid Survey available electronically in SIS/Parentvue

18 - PTA Meeting

20 - Fun Run Fundraising Ends

21 - Charleston Wrap catalog sales start

26 - Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night

27 - PTA Fall Festival with Trunk or Treat

November

3 - End of 1st Quarter - 2 hour early dismissal at 1:25 p.m.

5 - Daylight Saving Time Ends (Fall back 1 hour)

6 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

7 - No School for Students - Teacher Workday

9 - Make-up Picture Day 

22 - 24 - Thanksgiving Holiday Break/No School for students & staff

 

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Deer Park Parents and Guardians, 

It's Fun Run week!  We are getting ready to have a fantastic Fun Run this Friday with a free t-shirt for each child and the Fun Run Event with DJ Deb!

Fundraising has been lagging this year compared to the past couple of years, we are just over 50% of goal with less than a week left until the Fun Run. 

WE NEED YOUR HELP FUNDRAISING FOR THE FUN RUN!! 

The Fun Run funds most of the PTA budget and we all would like to continue to help funding two field trips per year for all Deer Park students, assemblies, community events, teacher conferences that benefit students, contributions to the calming pods throughout school, teacher appreciation, and everything else our students and community has grown to love and expect.  

Register your student for the Fun Run here (previous log-ins should still work): https://www.getmovinfundhub.com/event-webpage/649c1d2351ac3

Sign up to volunteer on the day of the Fun Run Friday 10/13 here:
https://tinyurl.com/myf5n8yz

Sharing your child's page on social media and via email are the most effective methods to get donations. If you would like to avoid fees, donations of cash or checks to Deer Park ES PTA can be brought to the front office but make sure to include your student's name and teacher for them to receive credit. 

Thank you for all you have done so far - it is very much appreciated! 

WE ARE DEER PARK - let's raise this money for our kids!

~The Fun Run Committee

 

PTA Deer Park ES
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Monday, October 9th Indigenous Peoples’ Day
No School for Students

Indigenous Peoples' Day honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Native peoples, past and present. This year, Monday, October 9, is a student holiday and staff development day. Learn more about Indigenous Peoples’ Day from the National Museum of the American Indian.

See the complete school year calendar here.

 

Fun Fit Friday Tomorrow
8:10 - 8:30 a.m.

Join Mr. D'Amato and Mrs. Hitz and friends on the track every Friday (weather permitting) to start the day with some fresh air and exercise.

Students in all grade levels (PK-6) are welcome to participate, as well as parents and teachers!

If it is raining or the track surroundings are too muddy, then we will cancel for that Friday. There will be communication sent out the morning of by 7:45 a.m. 

A huge “THANK YOU” to the Deer Park PTA and community for your continued support to make this track possible in partnership with DPES.

We look forward to seeing you on the track!

 

 

Thank you to all those students and families that joined the fun walking, biking and rolling to school on Wednesday! It was a perfect morning for some
physical activity.

Deer Park set a new record with 150 walkers, bikers and scooters!

What a great way to start the day!

 

Cultural Observances around the World October

9 - Indigenous People's Day; Learn more here: Natl Museum of the American Indian

24 - Dussehra (Hindu); Learn more here: Dussehra

31 - Dia de Los Muertos (Mexico); Learn more here: Dia de Los Muertos

31 - Halloween; Learn more here: Halloween

 

Hispanic Heritage Month

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, students learned about famous Hispanic Americans. Then they shared connections, wonderings, and new information about the person they studied. Take a look at the slideshow that our classes put together.

Deer Park Learns about Hispanic Americans '23

 

 

One School, One Book

The Wishtree reading journing continues! We hope you are enjoying this book with your student!

Reading Schedule 2023

Wishtree_ Family Classroom Discussion Questions

 

Deer Park PTA Information
www.deerparkespta.org Bucky’s Fun Run October 13th 2023

On Monday, Deer Park students arrived at school and enjoyed a bubble greeting with Bucky for their $5k school-wide Fun Run prize!  We just hit $10k so the kids will receive an open recess where all classes can play together.  Next up is $15k where the kids will enjoy music at lunch.

Make sure you register your child for the Fun Run HERE by October 11th to get their name on a Bucky's Fun Run sign and to receive a raffle ticket for prizes. The next raffle will be on Friday 10/6 during the morning news. The more money you raise, the more chances your child has to win raffle prizes!

If you send in cash/check to the school for the Fun Run make sure you put the child’s name on the envelope so they can get credit. Here is the link to the printable donation form to send with the cash/check.

We need Volunteers to help with the Fun Run event on October 13th.  If you would like to Volunteer please click here to sign up for your child's class, set up/tear down, or all day.

Fundraising goes until October 20th.  Please help Deer Park reach our goal of $28,000!!!

For more information on grade and whole school incentives, check out Deer Park’s  Fun Run Webpage. 

The first round of incentives was delivered Monday morning to teacher mailboxes so be on the lookout for Bucky tattoos, Bucky Croc charms and Deer Park sunglasses in book bags!  Incentive rewards will be delivered to school about twice per week until fundraising concludes.

 

Fun Run Incentives

Register for Fun Run by October 11th: name on Bucky’s Fun  Runner’s sign and one raffle entry

Share on social media: Two Bucky Temporary Tattoos and one raffle entry

Raise $25: Bucky Croc Charm (w/ bracelet for charms) and one raffle entry

Raise $50: Deer Park Sunglasses and two raffle entries

Raise $100: Earn a Golden ticket for large raffle prizes

Fall Festival: Friday, October 27th 6-8pm
(Bus Loop)

Join us for our Annual Bucky's Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat! We have had spectacular trunks in years past so let's keep it going this year!!  Sign up and come with your best trunk! Sign up for Trunk or treat click here!

Donations are greatly appreciated! Buy off the wish list or donate candy or non-candy treats. Please drop them off at the school office.

 

Explore the Arts and Express Yourself!

The National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life. Categories and Divisions. Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to enter and another quick video that explains the program! Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Click here for some inspiration! Student entries are in English and Spanish. Submissions are due November 15th through the Deer Park Drop Box here.

 *Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities.

ROOM PARENT VOLUNTEERS!!

It's an easy job and provides an invaluable service to your teacher and the school! The Room Parent coordinates with the teacher any class parties, events, or help. You are the main POC between PTA, your teacher, and parents in the class. 

Click here to  learn more on how you can volunteer!

  BECOME A PTA MEMBER!

Haven’t gotten around to joining the PTA yet?  Now is the time!

All PTA members receive a member gift Bucky magnetic clip! Rates remain unchanged from last year:  $10 individual, $15 family (2 adults), and $8 faculty. Click here to join!

The PTA is looking for sponsors this year.  If you own a business or know someone who does who would be interested in being an Educational Sponsor for Deer Park ES, please go to the PTA website. We also have a Bucky Family Supporter Option. Click Here to donate.  All donations are tax deductible.

Upcoming Dates October

8 - Texas Roadhouse Gift Card Sales to use at Spirit Night

9 - Student Holiday/Staff Development Day

13 - PTA Fall Fun Run 2023!

18 - PTA Meeting

20 - Fun Run Fundraising ends

21 - Charleston Wrap catalog sales starts

26 - Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night

27 - PTA Fall Festival with Trunk or Treat

 

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The Fun Run is
October 13th!!

On Monday, Deer Park students arrived at school and enjoyed a bubble greeting with Bucky for their $5k school-wide Fun Run prize!  Once we hit $10,000, the kids will receive an open recess where all classes can play together.

The Fun Run is a week and half away and we are currently at 30% of goal.  The Fun Run is the PTA's largest fundraiser of the year, it helps pay for field trips, assemblies, award ceremonies, family nights, festivals, teacher appreciation, and so much more.

To volunteer at the Fun Run event on October 13th, please sign up using the google form link here. Come cheer on your kids or help with set-up or clean-up...we need all the help to make this day a great one!

Fun Run Schedule

8:50 - 9:50 6th Grade

9:30 - 9:50 AM PS & PAC

9:50- 10:50 3rd Grade

10:50 - 11:50 4th Grade

10:50 - 11:20 O'Neil and Bucaro

12:20 - 1:20 2nd Grade

1:00 - 1:20 PM PS

1:20-2:20 Kindergarten

2:20 - 3:20 1st and 5th Grade

Make sure you register your child for the Fun Run HERE by October 11th to get their name on a Bucky's Fun Run sign and to receive a raffle ticket for prizes.   The next raffle will be on Friday 10/6 during the morning news. The more money you raise, the more chances your child has to win raffle prizes!

The first round of incentives was delivered this morning to teacher mailboxes so be on the lookout for Bucky tattoos, Bucky Croc charms and Deer Park sunglasses in book bags!  Incentive rewards will be delivered to school about twice per week until fundraising concludes.

Check out Deer Park's Fun Run website for more individual and whole school incentives.

Thank you for all you have done to help Deer Park and please keep up the good work!

Deer Park PTA

 

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Good morning Deer Park Families, Due to the cold mist and rain this morning, today's Fun Fit Friday has been cancelled. Hope to see you next Friday!

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Fun, Fit Friday Tomorrow!

Dear Deer Park Families,

We are excited to begin using our Deer Park track again for our morning community building each week. This year, we will be moving from Mondays to Fridays. As part of our wellness initiative, we invite you and your child(ren) to Fun Fit Friday. Students in all grade levels (PK-6) are welcome to participate, as well as parents and teachers!

Fun Fit Friday will meet on Friday mornings from 8:10 - 8:30 AM beginning on Friday, September 29 and run through Friday, December 1st. We will then resume in March. 

This is an excellent opportunity for your child to meet new friends, enjoy the benefits of exercising, and develop an appreciation for fitness. We hope this program builds self-confidence and improves fitness levels among our students and within the community. Everyone is welcome to join us!

If it is raining or the track surroundings are too muddy, then we will cancel for that Friday.  There will be communication sent out the morning of by 7:45 a.m.  If you do not receive Deer Park News You Choose updates, please sign up at this link: News You Choose

A huge “THANK YOU” to the Deer Park PTA and community for your continued support to make this track possible in partnership with DPES.

We look forward to seeing you on the track!

Sincerely,

Mr. D’Amato and Mrs. Hitz

 

October 4th is Walk and Roll to school day! This is a great event to promote physical activity, teach safe pedestrian and bicycling skills and awareness of how walkable and bikeable a community is and sharing time with classmates and parents!

It’s fun! Remember the thrill of riding a bike for the first time or walking or rolling to school on the first day? There’s a feeling of joy and independence—a sense of adventure—that doesn’t fade.

If you walk or bike to school on October 4, please enter the school at the front entrance so we can count all our walkers and bikers.

Thank you for your support!

 

Student Rights and Responsibilities Acknowlegement Due

FCPS' updated Student Rights and Responsibility (SR&R) booklet is available online and in SIS ParentVUE. The SR&R booklet explains expectations for student behavior, and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. 

Each year, we ask parents/caregivers to review and sign the SR&R. The SR&R will be visible upon logging in to SIS ParentVUE until the SR&R acknowledgment has been completed.

Signatures are due by Friday, September 29. Please contact our front office if you are having difficulty accessing the booklet. Visit the SIS ParentVue Account Overview webpage for help logging in to your account.

  One School, One Book

We hope you are enjoying this Wishtree reading journey with your student!

Wishtree reading schedule and discussion questions:  
Wishtree Family Classroom Discussion Questions

Reading Schedule 2023

 

Red Ribbon Week

Enrique (Kiki) Camarena was a Mexican-American man working for the DEA after formerly serving in various positions such as the Marine Corps, as a fireman, a police officer, and a deputy sheriff in California. In 1985 he had been on assignment in Mexico for four years. And he was on the trail of the country’s biggest marijuana and cocaine traffickers. He was getting close to exposing a multi-billion dollar drug pipeline until he was kidnapped that February. He was headed to lunch with his wife when he was last seen being thrown into a van by masked men. His body wasn’t discovered until a month later.

After his death, “Camarena Clubs” were launched in his hometown of Calexico, California. Hundreds wore red ribbons and pledged to lead a drug-free life in his honor. President Ronald Reagan was in office at the time. The club members presented a proclamation to First Lady Nancy Reagan which brought the red ribbon pledge national attention. The campaign became official in 1988 by the National Family Partnership, President Reagan, and the “Just Say No” creator, Mrs. Reagan, as honorary chairpersons.

Red Ribbon Week is now celebrated annually from
October 23-31st.

Check out this Google Earth video on "The Life of DEA Special Agent Kiki Camarena".

Sources & Resources:

DEA

Fairfax CSB Opioid Info

REVIVE Training for Opioid Overdoses

Medication Disposal

FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program

DEA Drug Take Back Day

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: (571) 423-4270 and be sure to follow us on Twitter at @FCPSSAPS.

For further Information & support:

Stacey King, MSW, M.Ed
Westfield Pyramid/ Chantilly Pyramid
Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
[email protected]

Deer Park PTA Information www.deerparkespta.org Bucky’s Fun Run 2023

Registration and Fundraising is ongoing! Bucky’s Fun Run 2023 is on October 13, 2023. The kids will partake in a run with different fun group activities and music during their specials time.

The annual Fun Run is your family's chance to help the PTA raise money to support the students and staff at Deer Park!

Go HERE to register your student. Make sure you choose your child's homeroom teacher. 

***If you have a student who participated last year it will be the same login***

If you send in cash/check to the school for the Fun Run make sure you put the child’s name on the envelope so they can get credit. Here is the link to the printable donation form to send with the cash/check.

Raffles are back!  Fun Run participants can win Special Time with Teachers, Funland gift cards, Beats headphones, a hoverboard, Squishmallows® and more!  First Raffle will be Friday morning on the morning announcements.

For more information, check out Deer Park’s  FUN RUN Webpage. Prizes will be distributed on October 6th and at the conclusion of the Fundraising period to streamline the distribution for the volunteers.

 

Fun Run Incentives

Register for Fun Run: name on Bucky’s Fun  Runner’s sign and one raffle entry

Share on social media: Two Bucky Temporary Tattoos and one raffle entry

Raise $25: Bucky Croc Charm (w/ bracelet for charms) and one raffle entry

Raise $50: Deer Park Sunglasses and two raffle entries

Raise $100: Earn a Golden ticket for large raffle prizes

Check out the Fun Run Website for the Whole School and Grade Incentives!

  Spirit Night at Skate N’ Fun Zone

October 4th from 6-9 PM

Bring your friends and enjoy a night of roller skating and dinner for $10.  Help earn Deer Park some money.

 

Explore the Arts and Express Yourself!

The National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life. Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme.

This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life. Categories and Divisions. Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Special Artist (All grades welcome).*

Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. *Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: : Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division or grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities. Here is a quick video that explains Reflections! Submissions are due November 15th. Student entries are in English and Spanish.

 

Become a PTA Member!

Haven’t gotten around to joining the PTA yet?  Now is the time!

All PTA members receive a member gift Bucky magnetic clip! Rates remain unchanged from last year:  $10 individual, $15 family (2 adults), and $8 faculty

Click here to join!

 

SPIRIT WEAR

Bucky is stylin’ and profilin’ in the Deer Park Spirit Wear designs!  Spirit Wear has been totally revamped for this coming year and  will be sold online year-round!  That’s right…on-demand Spirit Wear! Click here for the online store!

Volunteer

Have ideas? Have some time, even if it’s just for the day of?  We welcome you! The PTA  has lots planned for this year, and we need all your helping hands to make our Era of Success Tour a hit this year!

“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” - Arthur Ashe

Click here to learn more on how you can volunteer!

 

Sponsors

The PTA is looking for sponsors this year.  If you own a business or know someone who does who would be interested in being an Educational Sponsor for Deer Park ES, please go to the PTA Website. We also have a Bucky Family Supporter Option. Click Here to donate. All donations are tax deductible.

Upcoming Dates October

4 - Roller Skating Night @ Skate N' Fun Zone

9 - Student Holiday/Staff Development Day

13 - PTA Fall Fun Run 2023!

18 - PTA Meeting

19 - Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night

27 - PTA Fall Festival with Trunk or Treat

15109 Carlbern Drive, Centreville, VA 20120  | Main Office: 703-802-5000
Attendance: 703-802-5011 | Web | Twitter | Facebook