Deep Run Digest ~ Edición de bienvenida al nuevo curso escolar
Monday, February 23, 2026
Mission: Deep Run Elementary ensures academic success and social-emotional well-being for each student by celebrating our diversity, setting high expectations, and ensuring equitable access and opportunities for all learners.
A Word from You Administrators
Dear Deep Run Families,
We hope you are doing well as we navigate another round of winter weather. We recognize that when school is closed it causes a disruption to learning. When school is in session please try to get your child to school on time every day. Our newsletter has just a few informational items. We hope to see some parents at our Parent Connect session for conversation and coffee.
Warmly,
Nigel La Roche Jerome Pickens Colleen Golden
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
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Important Dates
Thursday, February 26th: Title I Parent Connect in Media Center (9:30 am.)
Tuesday, March 3rd: School closes 3 hours early (12:55pm.) for Professional Learning Day
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Staying Connected!
DRES Spirit Days ~ Deep Run School Spirit Days-25/26 School year
All School dates are posted on our Deep Run Community Calendar located on our Website
HCPSS calendars ~ found HERE. They can be downloaded, subscribed to and/or printed out.
HCPSS Related Arts Color Calendar for 2025/26 can be found HERE.
News and Information ~ For more information about these and other events please check out the Deep Run News listings on our website (https://dres.hcpss.org/news)
PTA Facebook Group ~ Stay Connected to all things PTA by joining the PTA Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1YyViTX3U1/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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February is Black History Month
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Walker Safety Reminders
As we continue through the school year, we want to take a moment to remind all families to review safety expectations with students who walk to and from school.
Please encourage your child to:
- Walk with a buddy whenever possible
- Stay on familiar, well-traveled routes
- Avoid engaging with strangers or approaching unfamiliar vehicles
- Never accept rides, gifts, or invitations from anyone they do not know
- Trust their instincts. If something feels uncomfortable or unsafe, leave the area immediately
- Report any concerning situations to a trusted adult right away
We also encourage families to review your child’s walking route together and reinforce safe decision-making. Thank you for partnering with us to ensure the safety and well-being of all of our students.
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Students Fasting for Ramadan
Ramadan Mubarak to our families who are observing Ramadan. If your child(ren) is fasting during Ramadan and you would like to request they are provided an alternative location from the cafeteria during their lunch period, please email Ms. Emily Goldhammer (emily_goldhammer@hcpss.org.) Please include your child(ren)’s name, grade, and homeroom teacher.
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Expanded Online Tutoring Help
Brainfuse HelpNow is now available 24/7 for all library users, expanding access beyond the previous 2 p.m.–midnight live tutoring hours. This means students and caregivers can connect with live online tutoring and academic support anytime that fits their schedule. Brainfuse HelpNow is available on the HCLS website, and video and written instructions on how to use the resource are available here. First-time users will need to create a username and password. Please feel free to share this resource with your students and school communities. Direct questions to Melissa Daggett.
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2026 Family Academy Conference
HCPSS families are invited to attend the 2026 Family Academy Conference on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 5:30–8:30 pm at Long Reach High School. This free, districtwide event brings families, educators, and community partners together for an evening of learning, connection, and support. Families can enjoy a light dinner, a community resource fair, interactive workshops focused on academic achievement and well-being, and free childcare. Workshops will include topics such as college and career readiness, special education supports, curriculum updates, and hands-on learning strategies for use at home. Interpretation services will be available. For additional information, please contact BSAP Supervisor, Nicole Brown.
Register online:
English Links to an external site.
Español Links to an external site.
한국어 Links to an external site.
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Visitor Procedures Reminder
Please ensure that all visitors enter through the main office and sign in using the school’s visitor management system. Each visitor should wear a visible badge while in the building.
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Deep Run Clothing and Shoes Collection
Our Deep Run Clothing Bin accepts a variety of items. Thank you for participating in our Clothing to Cash Recycling Program. Our school gets paid for every bag of clothing, shoes and textiles placed in this bin. The bin is located in our parking lot. Read More
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COMMUNITY NEWS & INFORMATION
Please visit the HCPSS website Community News and Programs site for upcoming events and programs sponsored by non-profit organizations.
Visite el sitio web de HCPSS Community News and Programs site para conocer los próximos eventos y programas patrocinados por organizaciones sin fines de lucro.
For HCPSS Back to School Information please click on the following HCPSS Website link
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New HCPSS Resources For Families
New Resources for Families: A new webpage highlights HCPSS and community resources for families, including those related to food, shelter, financial assistance, and more. https://www.hcpss.org/supports/family-resources/.
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HCPSS Supports for Immigrant Families
The following this link has just been created to support immigrant families and students. Resources will continue to be added to the page as they become available.