
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTMDMJWH. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com


Throwback Thursday 🎶
Core memory: The day our 7th and 8th grade chorus students got to experience the power and joy of the Soweto Gospel Choir live last Tuesday!
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Let's come together to make this a night our students will never forget!
Trunk or Treat
Event Details: 🗓️ When: Thursday, October 30 ⏰ Time: 5 PM – 7 PM 📍 Where: Deep Creek Middle School (Hosted by your PTSA and SCA)


This Wednesday is Unity Day! We're asking all students and staff to wear ORANGE to show we are united for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
Wearing orange is our visual promise to stand together against bullying and make our school a safe, welcoming place for everyone.


The event is on WEDNESDAY, October 22nd, NOT Tuesday. We apologize for the error in our previous post!
🎓 ENVISION: College and Career Readiness Night 🎓
Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 WEDNESDAY, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM
📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs:
✅ Chesapeake Career Center*
✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy*
✅ International Baccalaureate*
✅ Major Clarity
✅ ROTC Programs
✅ Science and Medicine Academy*
✅ SmithTech*
✅ TCC Dual Enrollment
✅ Work-Based Learning
✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.
There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877


Join us for an evening where students can discover specialized programs and career pathways!
📅 Tuesday, October 22nd | 6:00-8:00 PM 📍 Chesapeake Conference Center
Featured Programs: ✅ Chesapeake Career Center* ✅ EVMS Academy
✅ Governor's STEM Academy* ✅ International Baccalaureate* ✅ Major Clarity ✅ ROTC Programs ✅ Science and Medicine Academy* ✅ SmithTech* ✅ TCC Dual Enrollment ✅ Work-Based Learning ✅ And MORE!
🚨 Programs marked with * have applications open from October 15 - November 5!
Talk with program reps, learn about applications, and discover opportunities that match your interests.There's something for everyone!
💻 More info: https://www.cpschools.com/article/2440877


🗓️ WHEN: Thursday, October 30th
⏰ TIME: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Deep Creek Middle School
To make this the best night ever, we need your help! Our candy supply is looking a little spooky (👻). Please consider donating a bag of individually wrapped candy to the main office this week!
Want to help make more magic happen? ✨ Join the PTSA! Your support makes these incredible community events possible.
We can't wait to see our Hornet families there!
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🎙 How is our school calendar created, and what goes into making it work for students, families, and staff? 🎧 In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Fallon Graham discusses the calendar planning process, shares the new two-year calendar proposal, and explains how your input helps shape the final plan. 👉 Don't forget to share your calendar feedback by October 19, 2025.


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💻 Academy Information Night Webinar 💻
Ready to discover your perfect high school pathway? Join us online to learn about Chesapeake Public Schools' academies!
📅 Tuesday, October 14th | 6:30-7:30 PM 💻 Platform: Zoom Webinar
Perfect for current 8th graders planning for high school.
🚨 NEW FOR 2025: UPDATED APPLICATION WINDOW! 📝 Applications Open: October 15th ⏰ Applications Close: November 5th
Whether you're passionate about STEM, healthcare, international studies, or career training, we'll help you find the specialized pathway that's right for you! This is your chance to discover programs that could shape your entire high school experience and beyond.
📋 Register Now: tinyurl.com/CPSAcademies2025
💻 Learn More: cpschools.com/academies for detailed information about all district academies and specialized programs.


We're loving all the hats and jerseys in the hallways for Team Day! From the NFL to the NBA, and every team in between, you are all showing up and repping your teams with pride.
But the best team of all? It's all of us, right here at Deep Creek.
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A huge thank you to Mr. Bray for getting the whole school hyped and ready to cheer on our team!
Now, let's carry that spirit over to the field! Come out and support your team at the home game tonight. Let's get loud! 📣
(P.S. This is just a sneak peek... we'll be posting more photos from the rally throughout the week!)
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We are blown away by the incredible spirit today. Seeing our hallways flooded with pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month was a powerful reminder of what this community is all about: coming together and supporting one another. The energy was amazing!
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We are so proud of our incredible DCMS Student Council Association (SCA) for leading the way. Here they are, hard at work creating posters to spread kindness and awareness throughout our school. Their dedication to making our community a better place is truly inspiring!
Creating a safe and supportive community takes every single one of us. Being an upstander, offering a kind word, or including someone can make all the difference.




Let's get ready to unleash that school spirit from October 6th to October 10th. Here are the dress-up days for next week:
MONDAY, 10/6: Pink Out 🩷
TUESDAY, 10/7: Purple & White Day 💜🤍
WEDNESDAY, 10/8: Team Day (Wear your favorite team's hat or jersey!) 🏈🏀⚽
THURSDAY, 10/9: Throwback Thursday (Rock a look from your favorite decade!) 🕺✨
FRIDAY, 10/10: Freaky Friday (Students dress as teacher and teachers as students) 🤪
We can't wait to see everyone participate!
A big thank you to the DCMS SCA for sponsoring this awesome week!


We’re excited to kick off our Fall Mega Blast Fundraiser with the entire student body — and we need YOUR support to make it a huge success!
What’s Happening Today?
Students will be bringing home their fundraiser flyer outlining details and exciting opportunities. Our campaign will run for two weeks, so don’t wait to jump in!
Your participation directly benefits our kids and school community!
Get Started in 3 Easy Steps (Takes Just 5 Minutes!):
1. Go to: www.themegablast.com/join/DeepCreek
2. Register your student
3. Enter 10 or more adult email addresses of friends & family
Register & Send 10 Emails = 5 Instant Prizes!
A 4-foot Light-Up Universal Charger
A bag of Cosmic Freeze-Dried Candy
An Octo-grip Pop Socket Phone Stand
A Mega Blast Wristband (redeemable for candy at lunch!)
500 Tuition Rewards Points for college
BONUS!
Send 20 or more emails and your student will be entered to win an LED Infinity Mini-Fridge — perfect for their room!
More Incredible Prizes Ahead!
Top-performing students will have a chance to earn:
Brand-name electronics
A Kona Ice Party
The Video Game Truck Party
A whirl in the Money Machine Event
AND a live, in-school Freestyle Connection BMX Stunt Show with ramps, tricks, and pro riders!
TAKE ACTION TONIGHT!
Register and send out those emails today — it’s fast, easy, and helps us make this year even more memorable for our students.
THANK YOU for supporting Deep Creek Middle School!
Let’s make this our best fundraiser yet!


From her dedication in the classroom to her impact across our campus, Mrs. Yerabek pours her heart into our school. Thank you for everything you do! We are so lucky to call you a DCMS Hornet. 🐝



