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From the Desk of Mrs. Warman

Dear Amity Families,

We are looking forward to welcoming you to Amity this week for our Fall Conferences on Thursday, September 25, and Friday, September 26. Please remember that students will not have school on these two days as our teachers will be meeting with families to discuss student progress and goals for the year.

This past week was a fun one as we celebrated Stay in the Game Spirit Week! Our students especially enjoyed a special visit from Gary the Lion, the mascot for FC Cincinnati. The kids loved saying hi, snapping a few pictures, and sharing in the excitement. A big thank you to FC Cincinnati for partnering with Deer Park Schools and the Stay in the Game initiative to help encourage strong school attendance and school pride.

As always, we appreciate your collaboration in supporting our students. Working together as a team ensures that every child has the opportunity to grow, succeed, and feel connected to their school community.

Thank you for your continued partnership, and we look forward to seeing you later this week!

Kindly,
Laura Warman

Amity Weekly Photo Gallery

This is the Amity Weekly Photo Gallery! Each week, you'll find a collection of photos from the week, captured by our dedicated teachers and staff. These snapshots highlight the wonderful moments and activities happening throughout our school. Be sure to check it out and see all the amazing things our students are up to!

Full Gallery

No School Friday October 10th

There will be no school on Friday, October 10th.  This will mark the end of the 1st Quarter.  Teachers will be participating in Professional Development.

Community Resources from Linder Center of Hope

Upcoming event: Join us for Supporting a Child with School Needs Symposium on Friday, November 22, 2024. 

Click here for details and to register.

Fall Conference Sign-Up 

Conferences will be held on Thursday, September 25th and Friday, September 26th.   Please see the sign up below to sign up for conferences with your child’s teachers.    We are able to accommodate parents in person, over the phone, and digitally via googlemeets.  There will be no school for students on both conference days.

Amity Conference Sign Ups- Fall 2025

Harvest Night

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting our Fall Harvest Night on Thursday, October 9th.  Harvest night runs from 6:00-7:30 with a variety of events spread throughout Amity Elementary.  From 6:00-7:00 there will be literacy games and activities at each grade level run by our teachers.  Our book fair will also be open that night for purchases which benefit our Amity Library.  At 7:00 the 3rd grade class will hold a performance in the gym.  This event is free for all, so please mark your calendars.

September Lunch Menu

Due to supply issues, lunch menu options change frequently based on availability. The most up-to-date menu is below, however, please continue to check the Deer Park Food Services website for the latest information.

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Looking Ahead

Please mark these important dates on your calendar:

• Conference Day (NO SCHOOL): Thursday, September 25
• Conference Day (NO SCHOOL): Friday, September 26
• Harvest Night: Thursday, October 9 | 6 p.m.
• Last Day of 1st Quarter (NO SCHOOL): Friday, October 10

In Case You Missed It

Community Update: Linden Avenue Road Project

The City of Deer Park, in partnership with Kleingers (city engineers), will begin a road project on Linden Avenue starting around September 8th. The work is expected to last about a month, weather permitting, and will take place between Lake Avenue and the school’s property line with the church.

During the project, Linden Avenue will be reduced to one lane. The construction company is aware of school drop-off and pick-up times and will work to minimize disruptions.

To help traffic flow safely and efficiently, Linden Avenue will temporarily become ONE WAY (eastbound) from Lake Avenue to Beech Avenue. Proper signage will be posted to guide drivers during this period.

We understand this project will cause delays, but thank you for your cooperation as our priority is to ensure all students arrive and leave school safely.

Arrival & Dismissal Reminder

Just a quick reminder to please be mindful and respectful of our neighbors during arrival and dismissal. Our shared goal is to make sure every student gets to and from school safely. Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly!

Introducing Our Counselor & Social Worker Newsletter

We’re thrilled to launch our brand-new Counselor & Social Worker Newsletter, crafted to keep our Amity community informed, connected, and empowered! Each edition will bring you valuable insights, updates on school programs, mental health tips, and resources tailored for students and families. Whether you’re seeking strategies to support your child’s emotional well-being or curious about upcoming wellness initiatives, this newsletter is your go-to source. Be sure to check it out and stay tuned for the latest from our counseling and social work team.

View the Newsletter

Interested in Dance?

Deer Park Schools is sharing a great opportunity from the Deer Park Dance Program! While registration has ended, you can still visit www.deerparkdance.com for more information. You can also reach out to the program directly at thedeerpark.danceprogram@gmail.com with any questions.

Classes are available for students in Preschool through 12th Grade.

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Registration for Student Wildcat Packs

Wildcat Packs is a Joshua's Place program that gives food to kids to take home on the weekends. To qualify for a weekly Wildcat Pack a student must be signed up for free and reduced lunches and elect to receive the pack by filling out the linked form. The Wildcat Pack is given at no cost to your child.

Students will receive their packs on Thursday’s from their teacher.

The first Wildcat Weekend Packs will be sent home on Thursday, October 9th.

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Cell Phone Policy

We understand that students are starting to get cell phones in the later grades within Amity. Please help us in talking to your student about the following expectations prior to the start of school. This year Amity Elementary students will be expected to turn their cell phones off when they get to Amity in the morning and keep them off until the end of the day. This is a change from last year. We believe this will help eliminate distractions throughout the academic day. Because all students are issued a chrome book at the beginning of the school year there is not a need for students to access their cell phones during the school day for academic purposes. If students need to connect with you during the school day, they are welcome to use the phone in the front office to call you.

FinalForms

We will continue to utilize FinalForms in an effort to help simplify your life!  Please login to FinalForms at https://deerpark-oh.finalforms.com to update any new information or to confirm that there are no changes for the 2025-26 school year. If you do not have a home computer, please use one of Amity’s computers during the Meet and Greet located in the PDC or visit the local library where computers are available for public use.

Schoology

The Schoology Learning Management System offers a tremendous amount of information in a user friendly version. You will be able to communicate with your child’s teachers, check homework and grades, and find teacher resources through teacher Schoology pages.

Schoology Link

2025-26 PDF District Calendar

Each year, the Deer Park Board of Education approves the district's yearly calendar, which can be found on the Deer Park Schools website. This calendar includes official school dates, holidays, and breaks. Additionally, a printed event calendar will be sent home with your student during the first week of school. For your convenience, you can access the PDF calendar using the link provided below.

View the Calendar

Staying Connected

There are multiple ways to stay connected to Amity Elementary School.

• Email Newsletter: All parents who have completed FinalForms should receive Amity Weekly Newsletters. If you are not currently receiving them, please register for the email communication. To register, simply go to www.deerparkcityschools.org and click on the button on the bottom of the page that says “Subscribe to District News”. From there, you will send an email requesting that you be added to future email communication from the district.
• X: Follow Deer Park Schools for the most up-to-date news and happenings at @DeerParkSchools or @DeerParkAmity
• Facebook: follow us at Deer Park Community City Schools.

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