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Frequently Asked Questions about the 2008 - 2009 School Year

How do I register my child?

NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION
Registration for students who are new to the district begins on Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. From Aug. 13 until the beginning of school, registration hours are 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Students should register at the school they will attend.

A parent or guardian should register any student under 18 years of age. The following items are required for registration:
(1) Student’s Social Security card
(2) Student’s Immunization record
(3) Proof of residence in DPISD (mortgage statement or lease agreement and utility bill)
(4) Certified copy of student’s birth certificate
(5) Last report card from previous school.

Parents of high school students who are new to DPISD may call the following numbers to obtain additional information or to arrange an appointment to register prior to August 12.
Ninth-grade: 832-668-7309
Tenth - twelfth-grade: 832-668-7217 or 832-668-7216

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RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION

ALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
All students who completed the 2007-08 school year in any Deer Park ISD elementary school do not need to register unless they will attend a different Deer Park school this year. Students who moved from one DPISD school to another should register at their new school as if they are new to the district (See “New Student Registration”).

JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS
All junior high schools will offer early registration to all incoming sixth, seventh and eighth-grade students who completed the 2007-08 school year in the district with a two-part registration process. The first part will be packet pick-up. Students must meet dress code requirements, as student ID pictures will be taken during packet pick-up. During the second part of registration, completed and signed packet information is returned, student schedules, lockers and textbooks are issued, and all applicable student fees are paid.

Packet pick-up:

• Bonnette J.H. - Aug. 11, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. & Aug. 12, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Deer Park J.H. - Aug. 11-12, 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Deepwater J.H. Aug. 11-12, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Fairmont J.H. - Aug. 11-12, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Packet return:

• Bonnette J.H. - Aug. 13, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. & Aug. 14, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Deer Park J.H. - Aug. 13-14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Deepwater J.H. - Aug. 13-14, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Fairmont J.H. - Aug. 13-14, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Deepwater Junior High will hold a sixth-grade transition school on August 12, 13 and 14 from 8 a.m. Noon for all new sixth-graders.

Fairmont Junior High will host an orientation program for all sixth-grade students on Thursday, Aug. 21 at 6 p.m.

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DPHS-NORTH CAMPUS EARLY REGISTRATION
Deer Park High School North Campus, the district’s freshman high school, will begin its two-part registration process on August 4 and 5. On these days, students who completed the 2007-08 school year in the district should pick up a registration packet, which contains forms to be completed by students and parents. Hours for packet pick-up are 8 a.m.–3 p.m.

The second part of registration takes place from 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on August 6 and 7, when students will return completed registration materials. During registration, photographs for school ID cards and the school yearbook will be made, lockers assigned, textbooks distributed and tentative course schedules will be distributed. Students should observe the district dress code guidelines to have photographs taken during registration.

A Fish Camp will be held this year on August 14 from 1–3 p.m. This activity will start in Gaines Mason Auditorium. Students will meet campus personnel, tour the campus, participate in team building activities, and learn the culture of the campus.

North Campus will host Meet Your Teacher night, an orientation activity scheduled from 7–8:30 p.m. on August 21. After a brief assembly in Gaines Mason Auditorium, students and parents will tour the campus, locate classrooms and lockers, and meet the teachers and staff.

Questions regarding DPHS-NC registration can be answered by calling 832-668-7300. Parents who are interested in volunteering to help with registration should contact Judy McGee at 832-668-7301.

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DPHS-SOUTH CAMPUS EARLY REGISTRATION
DPHS—South Campus will again offer early registration to all sophomore, junior and senior students who attended DPHS last year. Early registration will be a two-step process.

Packets containing information and forms may be picked up:
Aug. 6-7 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at DPHS-SC.

Students should plan to pick up their own packets. Due to privacy concerns, they must send a letter from their parent giving permission for a friend or family member to pick up their packet if they are unable to do it themselves. The second step is for students to return completed forms on the designated registration day during the following week.

Registration is scheduled from 1-5 p.m. for three days:
Sophomores register on Monday, Aug. 11
Juniors register on Wednesday, Aug. 13
Seniors register on Thursday, Aug. 14

Students must be present to register and are requested to be appropriately dressed for student ID and school pictures.

A makeup registration day has been set for Monday, Aug. 18 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. This makeup day is reserved for South Campus students who are unable to register on the designated days.

Sophomores will have an opportunity to visit the campus. When students complete the registration process, they will receive their fall schedule and will be able to locate their classrooms. Counselors will be on duty for assistance should there be a problem with a student’s schedule.

Anyone with questions regarding registration at DPHS—SC can contact the registrar’s office at 832-668-7216 and 832-668-7217.

WOLTERS ACCELERATED HIGH SCHOOL EARLY REGISTRATION
Students returning to Wolters Accelerated High School will be contacted by mail regarding early registration. Packet pick-up is scheduled for August 4-5 at the Wolters office, and packets should be returned on August 11.

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Which school will my child attend?

The district is divided into a number of attendance zones, which are assigned to corresponding schools. To find out the school attendance zone in which you live you may visit the DPISD street directory (http://www.dpisd.org/documents/transportation/StreetDirectory.pdf) on the Internet. You may also call 832-668-7480.

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What are the school calendars for the 2008 - 2009 school year?

Elementary School Calendar
Secondary School Calendar

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What are the school hours?

• Pre-kindergarten (at Early Childhood Center):
  • morning session: 7:45-10:45 a.m.
  • afternoon session: 11:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m.;
• Elementary schools (grades K-5): 7:45 a.m.-2:45 p.m.
• Junior high schools (grades 6-8): 8:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
• High school (grades 9-12): 8:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m.
  

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What is the district dress code?

The student dress code for the 2007-2008 school year remains the same as last year's dress code. The full text of the dress code appears in all student handbooks and in the Student Code of Conduct. You may also pick up a copy of the dress code at our Administration Building located at 203 Ivy Avenue in Deer Park.

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Are the student handbooks available for the campuses?

Please choose a handbook from the list below.

Choose a Handbook 2008-09 Elementary Handbook 2008-09 Junior High Handbook 2008-09 North Campus Handbook 2008-09 South Campus Handbook 2008-09 Wolters Accelerated HS Handbook

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What items are on the school supply list?

School supply lists vary from school to school.  They are available for viewing at area stores, or you may pick up a copy from your child’s school after registration begins on Aug. 14.

Choose a School Carpenter Elementary Dabbs Elementary Deepwater Elementary Deer Park Elementary Fairmont Elementary Parkwood Elementary San Jacinto Elementary Early Childhood Center (English) Early Childhood Center (Spanish)

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What are the immunization requirements to enroll a student in DPISD?

• Receipt of the dose up to (and including) four days before the birthday will satisfy the school entry immunization requirement.
• DTP, DTAP, DT, TD
  • Five doses of any combination DtaP/DTP unless the fourth dose was given on or after the 4th birthday
  • Students 7 years or older - Three doses of any combination DPT/DTtaP/DT (pertussis vaccine is not required)
  • One dose of TD required ten years after the last dose DTP/DtaP/DT
• POLIO (IPV) Four doses unless the third dose was on or after 4th birthday
• MMR Two doses with the first dose on or after the 1st birthday, second dose by age 5 or entry into kindergarten
• HEPATITIS B Three doses are required
• VARICELLA (Chickenpox)
  • One dose on or after the 1st birthday
  • (Two doses if vaccine given at 13 years of age or older)
  • Written parent verification is accepted. Must include date of disease.
• HIB One dose on or after 15 months of age is required for children under 5 years of age
• PCV7 (Pneumococcal Conj.) One dose after 24 months of age is required for children under 5 years of age
• Hepatitis A Two doses after 12 months of age is required for children under 5 years of age

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What is the Deepwater Health Clinic?

The Deepwater Health Clinic provides health care services to children who live in Deer Park ISD and the surrounding area. The clinic meets healthcare needs such as acute and chronic diseases, well-child care, immunizations, laboratory procedures, sports physicals, and medication. The cost of a clinic visit varies, but children who are uninsured or whose families have limited income may qualify for public aid. The clinic is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information or to make an appointment, contact the Deepwater Health Clinic at 832.668.8380.

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What pre-school programs does the district offer for students with limited income and limited English skills?

Registration for students qualifying for enrollment in the district’s pre-kindergarten program will begin at 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. beginning Aug. 11 at the Early Childhood Center cafeteria.

All pre-kindergarten programs will be housed at Early Childhood Center.

To qualify for the program, a child must be:

• four years old on or before Sept. 1; and
• have a limited ability to speak and/or understand English; or
• come from a family with economic need.

Pre-k eligibility has been extended to children who have a parent in active military duty or have a parent that has been injured or killed as a result of active military duty.

To complete registration, parents must bring the following items on the day of registration:

• Child’s Social Security card
• Child’s immunization record
• Proof of residence in DPISD (mortgage statement or lease agreement and utility bill)
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Certified copy of the child’s birth certificate, not hospital copy
• Proof of income, if qualifying by income
• Student must be tested during registration if qualifying by limited English ability

The pre-kindergarten curriculum focuses on the development of oral Language and reading readiness skills which serve as a foundation for future academic success. The program is operated on a half-day basis. The State Legislature determines the guidelines for admission into the pre-kindergarten program. When any Texas school district has 16 or more children who are identified as limited English proficient or as a member of a low-income family (qualifying for free/reduced lunch), that district is required by state law to offer a pre-kindergarten program to those identified students. The State of Texas does not provide for free public pre-kindergarten beyond these two categories of students. Further questions can be directed to the Early Childhood Center at 832‑668‑8390.

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What special education programs are available for students with disabilities?

Deer Park ISD provides special education services to children in the district from birth through 21 years of age who are identified with disabilities. Students are provided instruction, which assists them in their school program. All services are provided at no cost to the individual or parents. Any parent of a child who is having difficulty in school should contact their school counselor to discuss their concerns and the possibility of a need for a referral to special education.

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What pre-school programs are available for disabled children, ages 3-5?

A Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD) is available for children with disabilities ages 3-5 who reside in Deer Park ISD.  Youngsters who may experience developmental difficulties upon entering regular elementary school programs because of physical, mental, emotional, or language and/or learning difficulties may be candidates for this program.  Parents who have a concern about their child’s development may call Dottie Green at 832‑668‑8387.

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What Career and Technology programs are available in Deer Park ISD?

Deer Park ISD offers Career and Technical Education programs in Agricultural Science and Technology Education, Health Science Technology Education, Business Education, Technology Education, Marketing Education, Family & Consumer Sciences Education, and Trade & Industrial Education. Admission to these programs is based on grade level, age appropriateness, interest, class space availability, and aptitude.  For more information about Career and Technical Education programs, call David Berrier at 832-668-7151 or Cindy Dobbins at 832-668-7263, or a Deer Park High School counselor. 

Deer Park I.S.D. takes steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and Career & Technical Education programs. It is the policy of Deer Park I.S.D. not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its Career and Technical Education programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Don Dean at 203 Ivy, Deer Park, Texas 77536, 832-668-7075, and/or the Section 504 Coordinator, Ginger Gates at 204 Ivy, Deer Park, Texas, 77536, 832-668-7162.

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What is the Deer Park Education Foundation?

The Deer Park Education Foundation works with our schools to fund innovative, creative programs and last year awarded $76,993 in grants to our teachers and staff.  These grants help provide our students with an enriched educational experience.  Tax-deductible gifts made to the Foundation provide funds for opportunities above and beyond the normal operating budget of the school district.  To donate or for more information, please call 832-668-7037 or visit the Deer Park Education Foundation website (http://www.dpisd.org/~dpef/).

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What is the schedule for bus transportation ?

Deer Park ISD provides bus transportation to and from school as a service for eligible students residing in the district.  Eligible students are defined by district policy as those children living at least 1.5 miles from the school they should attend.  During the first week of school, students should arrive about 10 minutes early at the designated bus stop closest to their home.  Bus transportation will not be provided for students staying after school for activities

• MORNING
• 6:45-7:15 Elementary
• 7:15-7:45 Junior High
• 7:45-8:15 High School
• AFTERNOON
• 2:45-3:15 Elementary
• 3:15-3:45 Junior High
• 3:45-4:15 High School

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