Deer Run Newsletter

We are excited to share that we have officially completed our assessment season—thank you for your continued support in helping our students stay focused and do their best throughout this time. Your partnership truly makes a difference.

This week, we also had the special opportunity to celebrate former Deer Run students who are graduating from Jerome High School. It was a proud and meaningful moment to see how our students continue to grow and succeed beyond Deer Run.

We look forward to seeing everyone at Spring-a-palooza this Friday from 5:00–7:00 PM! It will be a great time to come together as a community and celebrate the end of a wonderful school year.

Thank you again for your ongoing support and partnership. We appreciate all you do to support our Deer Run community.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Dr. Robinson

We are in need of parent volunteers for SuperGames. All volunteers must be background checked. Please see the link here if you are interested.

Thank you!

If you are interested in Syntero Summer Groups please see the link here.

Deer Run Elementary families, our 1st Day School Supplies store is officially live. This is the easiest way to order the exact supplies teachers requested for next year. No searching multiple stores. No guessing brands. No wondering if you selected the right version. In just a few minutes, you can select our school, choose your child’s grade, and check school supplies off your list early and stress-free. Order here.

School Supply Kits for the 2026-2027 School Year!

I know that many of us are trying to get through this school year, but we have finalized our school supply kits for each grade level for the 26-27 school year. Our teachers worked directly with 1st Day School Supplies to build this year’s lists. That means when you order, you are getting exactly what your child’s teacher requested. No substitutions. No second-guessing. It is a simple, organized way to start the school year confident and prepared.

This is one of our big fundraisers for our PTO and the money earned goes right back to our students and Grizzell! The kits are delivered to Grizzell and families can pick those up in August during our 6th grade orientation, grade level walkthroughs, or other times before the start of school. All orders must be placed by July 1st!

PLANNERS: A paper planner will not be a part of either grade level kits next year. The 6th grade will be utilizing and referencing paper planners and Grizzell will purchase those for incoming 6th graders. The 7th & 8th grade teams see students utilizing a variety of organizational strategies both hard copy and digital. If your student plans to use a paper planner for 7th or 8th grade, you will need to purchase that prior to the start of next school year. Order here.

DCS Preschool is looking for peers for the 2026-2027 school year! Parents, please consider signing your child up if they meet the following requirements:

1. 3.5 years old by July 1
2. Speaks in clear English sentences and makes basic needs known
3. Enjoys playing with other children and is a good role model
4. Follows simple directions and answers simple questions
5. Toilet trained
6. Additional information can be found HERE

Dublin City Schools families now have a new, convenient option for submitting absence documentation through the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Receive a medical note after reporting your child’s absence? Instead of sending a paper copy or a separate email, simply log in and upload it directly to the existing request.

After logging in, select More and then Absence Request. Click View Requests, locate the prior absence in the list, and open it. From there, select Upload Document and choose your file.

Using this feature saves paper, eliminates an extra trip to the office and reduces additional emails to attendance secretaries. It is a small step that helps streamline processes across Dublin City Schools. We appreciate families taking advantage of this new option to support efficient, timely communication.

In the event of an emergency and the need to change a student's dismissal method be sure to send an email to the classroom teacher AND the attendance email (Dres_attendance@dublinschools.net). Teachers are extremely busy during the school day, therefore, it is not guaranteed that the teacher would have time to review the parent email prior to dismissal. Be sure to submit changes as early as possible to increase the likelihood that the communication will be received by our school team prior to dismissal.

As a reminder, car drop off and pick up for all students should take place at the back door of the school. Last school year, students were being dropped off at Grizzell, in the school parking lot, and in the neighborhood adjacent to the school. We want to ensure that all of our students are safely dropped off at school, therefore only the backdoor area should be used. Also, we also want to be considerate of our neighbors that live in the homes adjacent to the school. Therefore, adhering to this guidelines is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Information regarding school lunch can be found on the DCS website here.

May Breakfast Menu here.

May Lunch Menu here.

Hello, Deer Run families!

Please take a moment to view this week's PTO newsletter, including information about Spring-a-palooza and Supergames!

https://app.smore.com/n/nxkptf

Don't forget to connect with the Deer Run PTO via Instagram and Facebook!

+ Follow us on Instagram - @deerrunpto

+ Join our Facebook group - Deer Run Elementary PTO, Dublin, Ohio. Enter member code "Bucky 8815" for quick approval.

Thank you,

The Deer Run PTO

• Springapalooza - Friday, May 15th from 5 - 7 pm

• Steve Harpster Author Visit - Tuesday, May 26th

• Grade 5 Kona Ice - Wednesday, May 27th @ 2:15 pm

• Supergames - Thursday, May 28th

• 5th Grade Clap Out- Friday, May 29th

May 15, 2026

Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Free Summer Reading Challenge

This summer, your child can join forces with the Reading League to keep their reading skills strong! Starting June 1, sign up at columbuslibrary.org/summerreading or stop in any Columbus Metropolitan Library location. Your child can track their reading progress to earn great prizes – and earn raffle entries to win even more! Staff at the library’s 23 locations are ready to help!

Make This Summer Count with DCS Camps & Activities

Explore a variety of Summer Camps offered by our After School Activities partners and DCS teachers and coaches, and visit the Info Hub page for details on activities available through other local organizations. With so many options to choose from, you can keep your student engaged and active all summer long.

Unique Opportunity for Rising 6th & 7th Grade Students

Looking for a unique summer experience for your rising 6th or 7th grader? The Dublin Chamber of Commerce’s iCare...iServe...iLead Youth Leadership Program, held July 27–31 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., helps students build leadership skills, serve the community, make new friends, and discover the rewards of volunteering while fostering civic engagement and strong decision-making. Students will enjoy hands-on experiences including meeting business leaders and elected officials, team building, creative activities, and volunteering with One Dublin and the Dublin Food Pantry. Learn more and register.

From the City of Dublin

Level Up Your Leadership

Ready to spark your leadership potential? Citizen U Jumpstart applications are now open for Dublin teens! Get a behind-the-scenes look at local government, build leadership skills and connect with your community in a whole new way. Open to Dublin residents and students in Dublin City Schools. Apply today.

Touch a Truck, Ride a Bike and Learn

Experience Public Works Day is tomorrow, May 16, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Dublin Service Center. Join us for the fun, family-friendly celebration featuring our Touch-a-Truck and Bike Road-eo events, food trucks, free swag and more! Details here.

A Community Celebration for Memorial Day

Join us on Monday, May 25, for the Memorial Day Service and America 250 Community Picnic, honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country. The event begins at 11 a.m. with a procession through Historic Dublin. Find all the details you need here.

Did You Get Your Pool Passes Yet?

Summer break is almost here! Outdoor pools open May 23. Get your pool passes today for a summer full of fun!

Get Crazy at the Kid Zone!

Get ready for summer family fun by purchasing wristbands for the Kids Zone at the City of Dublin’s Independence Day Evening Celebration. Recommended for children ages 2 to 11, this area features 15+ inflatables and activities. Priority access to purchase wristbands begins at noon on June 14. Read more about the unforgettable evening here.

If you are having issues accessing Infinite Campus Parent Portal, please reference the tutorials and frequently asked questions on our website.For help with password resets, adding parents, updating contact information, and missing students , please contact the building your student attends.

All student absences need to be reported in writing.

Thank you!

Website: https://deerrun.dublinschools.net/
Location: 8815 Avery Rd, Dublin, OH, USA
Phone: 614-764-5932
Twitter: @dreDCSD

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