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A Message from the Principal

Hello Deer Park Families!

As the academic year draws to a close, we are gearing up for one of our most significant celebrations, starting Monday - Staff Appreciation Week. This entire week is dedicated to celebrating and expressing our gratitude towards the dedicated educators at the Jr./Sr. High School and Amity Elementary.

I urge you to take a moment this week to reach out to a teacher, teachers, or staff members who have played a pivotal role in your child's education, to express your thanks. Having had the privilege to work across several great schools throughout my career, I can confidently say that our staff here is unparalleled. Our teachers and staff consistently go above and beyond, not just in terms of time and resources, but most importantly, in the love and care they extend to our students.

The profound relationships they cultivate with both students and their families are instrumental in shaping our kids into the incredible individuals they become. Please, let's all make an effort this week to acknowledge and appreciate the remarkable staff we have in our community. Their dedication and hard work deserve our recognition and gratitude.

John Vander Meer
Principal
Deer Park Jr./Sr. High School

Building Spotlight

Walk-A-Thon

This week our Chick-fil-A Leader Academy sponsored our annual Walk-A-Thon for Amity and Deer Park Jr./Sr. High School. This event aims to raise funds to support the continuous improvement of Deer Park Schools, with all proceeds going towards various school capital projects. The late Tom Griswald started the initiative in 1997, and the Walk-a-Thon has since become a beloved community event in which all students in grades K-12 participate. This year’s proceeds will go towards helping the district resurface the track located in Harry Yeaggy Stadium.

Since its inception in 1997, K.I.D.S. has raised over $150,000 to support a range of school projects, including technological advancements, campus improvements and athletic facility upgrades.

Mentoring Field Trip

On Tuesday, April 30th, our annual peer mentoring field trip took place at the Joe Nuxhall Miracle Fields, a facility dedicated to enabling individuals with special needs to engage in various athletic activities. The high school's peer mentoring group, along with students with special needs from our district, participated in an array of activities, working together in groups. It was truly heartwarming to witness our students collaborating, assisting each other, and thoroughly enjoying the experience. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Jami Baker, Kim, and Bonnie Nuxhall for their invaluable contribution in making this event a success. 

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Empty Bowls Update

Thanks to the incredible support from the Deer Park community at the recent Empty Bowls Event, a young girl's entire year of schooling has been sponsored through the Bridges program! Your generosity has made a tangible difference, providing access to education and opportunities for a brighter future. On behalf of Deer Park High School, heartfelt gratitude is extended to everyone who participated!

Building News

Testing Schedule for End of Year Exams

As we gear up for the end of the school year, it's crucial to stay informed about upcoming exams. Please take a moment to review the updated Testing Schedule for End of Year Exams. This schedule outlines the dates and times for all exams, ensuring you're fully prepared and ready to excel.

To access the updated Testing Schedule, simply click on the following link:

Spring Testing Schedule

News From The Nurse

Please make arrangements to pick up student medications from the school nurse no later than 3PM on Thursday, May 23. Medications will be discarded after this date. Email the school nurse at c.scholl@dpccsd.org or call 513-936-4682 to arrange a pickup.

Medications for the 2024-25 School Year

Please see the attached form should your teen require medication to be given at school for the next school year. The form below needs to be completed by your student's medical provider and the medication form and medicines should be delivered to the nurse at back to school time.

Authorization Form

Thank you!
Christie Scholl MSN, RN

Athletic Boosters Fundraisers

Join us for two delicious opportunities to support Deer Park Athletics! Gather your family and friends and mark your calendars for Monday at Dewey's Pizza and Tuesday at Bibibop. Simply dine in or take out, and a portion of your purchase will directly benefit our athletes. Check out the flyers linked below for more details.

Counselor's Corner

Check out important info from the guidance office by clicking the link below.

Counselor's Corner

Looking Ahead

Please mark these important dates on your calendar:

• Varsity Baseball vs. Mariemont (Senior Day): Monday, May 6 | 5 p.m. (Senior recognitions begin at 4:30) *Updated from last Wildcat Weekly
• Band Sponsors Ice Cream Social: Wednesday, May 8 | 5:30 p.m.
• National Teacher Appreciation Week: May 6-10
• Underclass Awards: Tuesday, May 14 | 7 p.m.
• Junior High Awards/8th Grade Graduation: Thursday, May 16 | 8:30 a.m.
• Class of 2024 Commencement: Saturday, May 18 | 5 p.m.

In Case You Missed It

25th Annual Deer Park Golf Scramble

It’s time to register for the 25th Annual Deer Park Wildcat Boosters Golf Scramble! We expect everyone to be in top golf shape by Saturday, June 8th!

We are currently fielding this year's foursomes. To register, simply click the link below and fill out the Google form. 

Register Here!

Registration for the event starts at 7:30 AM and it costs $100 per golfer, with four people per team. Every golfer will receive the following items for their $100 entry fee:

Green fee/cart
Boxed Lunch
Two (2) Drink tickets

This is sure to be another successful event, but we need your help! Please contact your foursome partners and send in your registration with payment to:

Deer Park Wildcat Boosters
ATTN: 2024 Golf Outing
8351 Plainfield Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45236

Or, you can pay online at: 

Pay Here

*Teams must pay prior to the event in order to participate. 

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For additional information, please contact Deer Park Wildcat Boosters at dpaboosters@gmail.com

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Who:
Teams of four
All community members, family, & friends

When:
Saturday, June 8
Event Registration: 7:30 AM
Shotgun start: 8 AM

Where:
Avon Fields Golf Course
4081 Reading Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45229

Why:
All proceeds go to the DPHS Wildcat Boosters!

CLASS of 2025 - Important Health Advisory

Class of 2025 Juniors and Families:

Are you aware of the immunization requirements that are required to begin the 2024-2025 school year?

12th grade students (Class of 2025) must submit documentation that they have received at least 1 dose of MCV4 (meningococcal vaccine (Menactra/Menquadfi) administered on or after their 16th birthday.

Please contact your teen's physician  to obtain this vaccine or verify that their immunization status is up-to-date. Forward all updated vaccination records to Christie Scholl RN, school nurse (c.scholl@dpccsd.org) or drop off to the clinic. Updated vaccine records are accepted anytime.

For more information about Ohio’s required school vaccinations and waiver options, please refer to the following:

Ohio Immunization Summary for School Attendance, 2024-2025

Local Vaccine resources:

• Norwood Health Department 513-458-4600
• Cincinnati Health Department Immunization Office 513-352-2901

Christie Scholl MSN, RN
c.scholl@dpccsd.org
Office: 513-936-4682
Fax: 513-891-3845

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Reminder to Unwell Students Leaving Early:

We've observed an increasing trend where students are directly reaching out to their parents or guardians, requesting to be picked up early due to feeling unwell. We want to remind everyone of the correct procedure in such situations. If your child feels sick during school hours, the first step should be to visit the school nurse.Our school nurse is equipped to assess your child's health and make a determination on whether they should remain in school or go home. This decision is made with the student's best interest in mind, ensuring their health and safety are prioritized. After the assessment, the nurse will communicate directly with a parent or guardian to inform them of the situation and discuss the appropriate next steps. 

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Attention rising juniors and seniors:

If you are interested in preparing for the SAT, sign up for the SAT bootcamp this summer! The SAT is free for all juniors each school year in the spring. Get a jumpstart on some practice! Here's the link to sign up. 

See Mrs. Beck for additional questions.

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Senior Apprenticeship Opportunity

Join TP Mechanical's Apprenticeship Program for a rewarding career in the construction trades! This 4-year program offers full-time employment, free tuition, and college credits at Columbus State Community College. Apprentices work 40+ hours per week and attend classes on Wednesday evenings. Earn competitive pay with regular increases and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401k. Start building your future today! For more information, check out the attached flier or visit the TP Mechanical website. Classes in Cincinnati are held at our Cincinnati office (1500 Kemper Meadow Dr, 45240).

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DP Summer Jobs 2024

There are a few paid summer custodial positions available for students in Deer Park coming up this summer, but also jobs in the entire Hamilton County area!  The Deer Park positions are:

• Summer custodial work:

• • Assigned either at Amity or at the High School, supervised by maintenance staff with the support of a summer job coach, and available for ages 14-18 (10 positions).  Spaces are limited.
  • Job description: Cleaning, moving furniture, custodial duties.

If a student is interested in a Deer Park position or elsewhere in Hamilton County, they need to do the following:

Complete this application Students need to select "Harbor" at the top, and select "YEP" at the bottom where it asks for the PRC application type.  See images to the right. If students would like to be considered for a Deer Park position, they must also email Ms. Mindy Robertson, Director of Teaching and Learning grades 7 -12, at robertson.m@dpccsd.org.  Please know that Hamilton County does the final placements.  If the student wishes to work ANYWHERE in Cincinnati over the summer, they don't need to do anything else.  Harbor will contact the student directly.

3rd Quarter Honor Roll

Academics is our business and we want to make sure we celebrate our students that excel in their studies. Congratulations to all of our students who achieved the 3rd quarter honor roll. The staff and administration are excited for you and very proud of you. Great Job!

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Attention Jr High Parents:  

We have some important dates coming up in May!  

• May 9th:  8th Grade Field Trip to the University of Cincinnati
• May 13th:  7th Grade Field Trip to the University of Northern Kentucky
• May 16th - 8:30 AM: Jr High Awards and 8th Grade Graduation

Please click HERE for more information about these upcoming events!

Host an International Exchange Student 

Homework Club

UPDATED SCHEDULE - If your child needs extra help with their school work or just a place to do homework we have a homework club available for your child after school. Please see below for the schedule:

Junior High: 

• Monday - Mrs. Smith Room 153
• Tuesday - Ms. Baker Room 137
• Wednesday - Ms. Troxell Room 58 
• Thursday - Ms. Wills Room 58

High School: 

• Monday - Mrs. Beck Room 233
• Tuesday - Ms.  Feldman Room 155
• Wednesday - Mr. Moore Room 275
• Thursday - Mr. Devine Room 239
• Friday - Mrs. Beck Room 233

Paying School Fees

Please remember to pay your student fees for the 2023-2024 school year. Fees can be paid in the front office during regular office hours or by using PaySchools. You will need a student ID to set up a PaySchools account. These are found on fee forms and are the same number your student uses for their lunch account. If your student doesn’t know this number, please feel free to reach out to us with questions at 513-891-0010.

Staying Connected

There are multiple ways to stay connected to Deer Park Jr./Sr. High School. Please see the links below for ways to stay connected through Email, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. 

• Newsletters: All parents who have completed FinalForms should receive Wildcat Weekly Newsletters. If you are not currently receiving them, please register for the e-mail communication. To register, simply go to https://www.deerparkcityschools.org/ and click on the button on the bottom of the page that says “Subscribe to District News”.
• Twitter: Follow Deer Park Jr./Sr. High School for the most up-to-date news and happenings! @DeerParkHS, @DeerParkSchools and @dpcounselor.
• Facebook: follow us at Deer Park Community City Schools and Deer Park Jr/Sr High School
• Instagram: follow us at DPHS Principals

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