Deer Park School District

Announcements

Students Showcase Talents at Deer Park Summer Theater Camps This summer, John Quincy Adams Primary School and May Moore Primary School music teachers, Diana Cotrone and Kristen Lombardo ran two summer theater camps for incoming Deer Park second and third graders. Students met at John F. Kennedy Intermediate School daily, learning... (more)

Snoezelen Multi-Sensory Environment Rooms Installed at JFK and May Moore John F. Kennedy Intermediate School and May Moore Primary School recently installed Snoezelen Multi-Sensory Environment rooms for student use. Utilizing music, lighting effects, gentle vibrations, soothing sounds, tactile sensations and invigorating textures, the sensory... (more)

Mission

The Deer Park School District is a diverse and welcoming learning community that is committed to equity and excellence. We pledge to support our students in achieving academic and personal success while providing a safe and secure learning environment in every building, every classroom and for every child.

Vision

Our goal is to create an inclusive learning environment while engaging students in a rigorous curriculum that prepares all students to become productive citizens in a global community.

Core Beliefs

The Deer Park School District is committed to:
1. The belief that a great education is not only a fundamental right, but is vital in order for our students to achieve future success.
2. Providing our students with a safe and inclusive learning environment.
3. Helping our students develop as critical thinkers, collaborative problem-solvers and lifelong learners who face both opportunities and challenges with integrity.
4. Embracing and celebrating the diversity of our great community.
5. Supporting students’ social-emotional wellness.
6. The expectation that each member of the staff and student body should assume responsibility for their actions.
7. Developing positive relationships with students, families and the Deer Park community.