
Join us in supporting our community during our Holiday Food Drive hosted by the SCA! The drive will be next week - December 9 -13. Donate non-perishable items and make an impact. Your generosity can make a world of difference.!


🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
Reminder: All schools and offices will be closed November 27 - November 29.


🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃


Our fourth graders took their learning to new heights with an exciting visit to the Air and Space Center! As part of their study of the solar system, they explored exhibits about planets, spacecraft, and the technology that makes space exploration possible. From learning how astronauts travel to far-off worlds to seeing models of the rovers that explore Mars, this hands-on experience brought their classroom lessons to life and inspired their curiosity about the universe. What an out-of-this-world adventure 🪐🚀🔭 #SnapshotsofLearning











🎙 Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education with Maria Kainz, a first-year English teacher at Oscar Smith High, and Andrew LeClair, a technology innovation coach from Hickory Middle. Together, they discuss the opportunities and challenges of incorporating AI into classrooms, offering insights on how it can enhance personalized learning and prepare students for a tech-driven world. This episode highlights their dedication to creating thoughtful, ethical approaches to using AI while inspiring meaningful conversations about its role in education. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified! 🎧


Some of our inquisitive young explorers went on a scavenger hunt, discovering the world one leaf, rock, and creature at a time. 🍂🔍Their curiosity turned every step into an opportunity to learn and grow! #SnapshotsofLearning





🌍 Calling all students! Join us for Geographic Information System (GIS) Day with a fun virtual scavenger hunt adventure! Use GIS technology to solve clues and uncover answers along the way. Complete the quest for a chance to win a prize! 🎉
🗓️ The GIS Quest is open now through December 4 and can be accessed using these links:
🔗 Elementary (K-5) Link: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35377731
🔗 Middle/High (6-12) Link: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35377710
📍 Don’t miss out on this exciting journey—start your quest today! 🗺️✨ #InspireCPS


💻 Military families, join us for a valuable online session covering ways to make college more affordable! We'll discuss financial aid, GI Bill, Post 9/11 GI Bill, scholarships, and more. 💲
👉For more info and to register, visit https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35542436


Students have been learning about fairy tales in library, and they recently did STEM challenges related to the stories they learned about. They identified conflict and resolution in all the stories and then worked together to solve these problems. Shout-out to Mr. Walters and Mrs. Wilfong for such an amazing lesson!






🚍 One Stop Job Fair for Bus Drivers 🚍
Join us on November 21 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the School Administration Building!
🎉 Turkey Giveaway
🚌 Test Drive a Bus
For more info and to see other job openings, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employment-opportunities


Don't forget to visit: https://my.photoday.com/s/LTBW/69640 to view and order your student's pictures!


Trading in rescue missions for story missions—our local Coast Guard heroes read to the next generation! 🚤📖 #KindergartenStoryTime #CommunityHero #SnapshotsofLearning



The Robotics Club is hosting a Chick-fil-A fundraiser from November 18-22! Orders and payments for biscuits will be collected next Monday through Thursday, and warm, fresh biscuits will be delivered to students on Friday. Support the team while enjoying a delicious breakfast!


📙 The Anxious Generation Book Club 📙
Join us as we dive into “The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.”
📅 Pre-register by December 13th. Meetings will begin in January 2025
💻Please complete the questionnaire for your preferred day of the week and meeting style: tinyurl.com/CPSBookClub2025


🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Tawanda Williams on being named Deep Creek Elementary’s Reading Teacher of the Year! Your dedication to inspiring young readers and nurturing a love for learning makes a world of difference. We’re proud to have you as part of our school community 📚


Today, we honor and thank all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Your courage and dedication protect our freedoms and inspire us every day. Happy Veterans Day from all of us at Deep Creek Elementary. 🇺🇸 #VeteransDay #ThankYouForYourService”


Students and staff visited with Chuck E. Cheese during dismissal today in preparation for an evening of fun at the PTA's annual Spirit Night! There were countless smiles and high fives as students boarded the buses 🐭🧀✨





Please join the Ladies of Distinction in donating new pairs of adult socks for their annual Sock Drive! They will be collecting socks, as well as other personal hygiene items, throughout the month of November.


The PTA will be hosting a Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night this Friday, 11/8, all day. Please plan to stop by and show your Hornet pride! The event will be at the 1528 Sam's Circle location. We hope to see you there!



🏫💬You are invited to attend the Gifted Advisory Committee Meeting to help advocate in the interest of gifted students. These meetings are open to the public. 💻For more information, visit our website: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/advisory-committees-gifted-education
