Deep Run Digest ~ Edición de bienvenida al nuevo curso escolar
Monday, May 25, 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,
As we move into the final weeks of the school year, I want to take a moment to thank our students, staff, and families for your continued partnership, support, and commitment to making Deep Run such a caring and connected school community.
We are especially grateful to everyone who contributed to and supported our recent clothing drive. Your generosity and kindness will make a meaningful difference for families in need, and we truly appreciate the time, donations, and effort that helped make this initiative successful. Thank you for demonstrating the spirit of compassion and community that makes Deep Run so special.
Our students continue to work hard each day, and we are proud of the growth, perseverance, and enthusiasm we see across classrooms. As we head into these final weeks, we encourage students to continue giving their best effort, staying focused, and finishing the school year strong.
Thank you again for your ongoing support of our school community.
Warmly,
Nigel La Roche Jerome Pickens Colleen Golden
Principal Assistant Principal Assistant Principal
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Important Dates
Monday, May 25th: Schools Closed for Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 26th: PTA Meeting (7pm.)
Wednesday, May 27th: Schools Closed for Eid al-Adha
Thursday, May 28th: Jump into Kindergarten in Cafeteria (6-7:30 pm.)
Monday, June 1st: Simulated Congressional Hearings(SCH) for 5th Graders (All Day)
Wednesday, June 3rd: Deep Run Field Day
Thursday, June 4th: Kindergarten Concert
Tuesday, June 9th: Deep Run Spirit Day: Wear Sunglasses, hat and FlipFlops!
Wednesday, June 10th: Deep Run Field Day (Rain Date)
Monday, June 15th: 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony (9:30-11 am.)
Tuesday, June 16th: Early Dismissal for Students(12:55 pm.)-No 1/2 Day Pre-K./RECC
Wednesday, June 17th: Early Dismissal for Students(12:55 pm.)-No 1/2 Day Pre-K./RECC
Thursday, June 18th: Early Dismissal for Students(12:55 pm.)-No 1/2 Day Pre-K./RECC-Last Day of School!
Friday, June 19th: Schools and Offices Closed - Juneteenth
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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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HCPSS Pre-Kindergarten Program
The HCPSS Pre-K Program is now accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year! The Pre-K Program is offered at no cost to families who qualify and is made available to eligible children in all attendance areas. Children must be four years old on or before September 1, 2026, to be considered for fall 2026 enrollment and must also meet the eligibility criteria. Please visit the HCPSS Pre-K Program website for information about the program, eligibility criteria, and how to apply. If you have additional questions about the program, please contact the Office of Early Childhood Programs at 410-313-6836.
Programa de preescolar del HCPSS
¡El Programa de Preescolar de HCPSS ya está aceptando solicitudes para el curso escolar 2026-27! El Programa de Preescolar se ofrece de forma gratuita a las familias que cumplan los requisitos y está disponible para los niños que reúnan las condiciones necesarias en todas las zonas de asistencia. Los niños deben haber cumplido cuatro años a más tardar el 1 de septiembre de 2026 para poder optar a la matriculación en otoño de 2026 y también deben cumplir los criterios de elegibilidad. Visite el sitio web del Programa de Preescolar de HCPSS para obtener información sobre el programa, los criterios de elegibilidad y cómo presentar la solicitud. Si tiene más preguntas sobre el programa, póngase en contacto con la Oficina de Programas de la Primera Infancia en el 410-313-6836.
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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Registration for new students or students entering public school kindergarten in fall 2026 has begun.
- Kindergarten is mandatory in Maryland. State law requires that children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026 must be 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2026.
- Children entering first grade in the fall of 2026 must be 6 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
For details about registration and enrollment, visit www.hcpss.org/enroll/.
INSCRIPCIÓN EN EDUCACIÓN INFANTIL
Ya ha comenzado el plazo de inscripción para los alumnos nuevos o aquellos que vayan a ingresar en la educación infantil pública en otoño de 2026.
La educación infantil es obligatoria en Maryland. La legislación estatal exige que los niños que ingresen en la educación infantil en otoño de 2026 tengan 5 años cumplidos a más tardar el 1 de septiembre de 2026.
Los niños que ingresen a primer grado en otoño de 2026 deben haber cumplido 6 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2026.
Para obtener más información sobre la inscripción y la matriculación, visite www.hcpss.org/enroll/.
To view the fliers:
In English: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
En español: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
In Chinese: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
In Korean: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
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Mathematics Resources for Middle School
Mathematics Resources for Rising Grade 6 Students: Please forward this message linked below to the families of incoming and rising middle school students who will be taking mathematics courses in middle school during the 2026-2027 school year and may have yet to learn math content in a prerequisite course that students are skipping.
- Incoming 6th Grade Students - English
- Incoming 6th Grade Students - Chinese
- Incoming 6th Grade Students - Korean
- Incoming 6th Grade Students - Spanish
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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
Howard County Service Navigator Newsletter. Click here for a variety of resources: Howard County Community Resources
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.
MHCAC Spring Newsletter: The Mental Health Community Advisory Council (MHCAC) is a group of Howard County mental health professionals and community members who seek to remove barriers and build awareness of mental health support for our children and families. Please review the MHCAC Spring 2026 Newsletter. It is filled with mental health resources, upcoming events, Spring Break Tips, coping skills, and kindness resources
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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.