Deer Park Community City

Deer Park Community School District is located in a small two-square mile area reminiscent of a small town environment and is a hidden gem in the metropolitan area. About 10 miles north of downtown Cincinnati, it includes the city of Deer Park, a part of Sycamore Township, and a small portion of the city of Silverton. The intimate community setting includes both the comfort and security of a small town school system and the benefits of an outstanding suburban educational program. What began as a one room school house in 1826 has grown to a four- building system. Each Deer Park school has been strategically located, providing proximity to students. Deer Park is a “walking” school district. District Mission Statement: Helping Our Students Succeed is the HEART of EducationWhat is the HEART of Education? Heart of Instruction- a focus on the social/emotional well-being of our students. Deer Park Schools has numerous clubs, teams, and organizations which help students grow socially and develop emotionally. Engaged Parents/Businesses/Community- emphasizes the fostering of relationships with all entities of the school community including the city, the township, businesses, school boosters groups, and more. Academic Achievement- our district and staff's primary focus as it is paramount that each student achieves his/her ultimate level of success. Overall our State Repord Card scores indicating student achievement continue to increase district-wide due to the hard work and collaboration of our staff, students, and community. As of 2011, the Deer Park School District is rated EXCELLENT. Responsive Learning Environment- provides the direction to utilize our facilities to best serve our students and community. Our facilities range in age from 54 years to 104 years old and have served the district well through upgrades and meticulous maintenance. Taxes Well Spent- encourages all to make meaningful and wise educational decisions and be good stewards of the tax payers' money while optimally serving our students. To date, the last operating levy our district placed in front of the voters was in 2004-2005.