Come join Mr. Rottman June 6th at 8:00am for some amateur birding in Rock Creek Park! DC's premier park is a great place to find a wide variety of birds, especially as migrations continue in the spring. This very casual adventure will take us on an approximately 4-mile hike along dirt trails to see what we can find and will last about two hours. Red-bellied woodpeckers, tufted titmice, and chickadees are all common, but maybe we will be lucky enough to see a barred owl or pileated woodpecker! 25 spaces available.

Ever wanted to participate in a game show IN SPANISH?

Modeled after the popular show "100 latinos dijeron," we will poll 100 Deal students with random fun questions and then contestants will get to guess what they think the most common answers were (very similar to Family Feud).

There will be snacks and prizes for the top teams.

You can register as an individual or with friends, and we will create teams.

Limited Spanish proficiency is okay- we will help!

This fun event will take place at Deal after school in May, and we will poll those who purchase tickets to see which dates work best!

Join Ms Bullock and Ms Balestra for crepe making Thursday, May 21 3:30-4:30.

Calling all students! Get ready for a sweet treat and a whole lot of fun at our Make-Your-Own Crepe Party!
We will supply the batter, you make the crepe and then top it with powdered sugar, Nutella, or fruit jam!
Mix, match, and create your dream crepe-then enjoy every bite with friends!

Principal Neal and Deal Mom, Andrea Smith are hosting a Braiding Event!

Join us for a fun and interactive 3-part hair braiding class! This braiding class is perfect for students (male and female) and/or parents who want to learn braiding fundamentals or have experience and want to perfect their craft. This class is a series and will be held Friday's from 3:30pm-5:00pm on May 22nd, June 5th and June 12th. Join Principal Neal and Alice Deal Parent Andrea Smith for three 90 minutes sessions. By the end of the each class, participants will learn:

Plaits and Basic Cornrows/French Braids: Precision parting and technique
Knotless Braids: Modern protective styling
Customer Service: How to treat your clients like family
Entrepreneurship: How to turn braiding into a business
Financial Literacy: How to save money by doing your own hair
Business & Marketing: How to build your brand

The 6th grade World Geography & Cultures department will to host our "Geo Mania."

Geo Mania will be a one-hour long geography trivia competition event where parents and students work together to showcase their geography skills and knowledge. Light snacks will be provided!

10 total teams - Each team is 1 student + 1 parent/guardian.

Only 1 Ticket is needed per team.

Thursday, June 4 from 3:30-4:30pm in Ms. Trenkle's room (W104)

Game On: Ice Cream & Gaming Showdown!

Get ready for the ultimate afterschool hangout : an exclusive Ice Cream Social + Video Game Tournament Experience with amazing teachers! Students will enjoy ice cream, snacks, friendly competition, and nonstop gaming across 3 themed gaming rooms. Whether you're battling it out in Smash, button mashing and 10-hit combo-ing in Tekken, racing in Mario Kart, or dominating the court/field in NBA 2K and Madden, there's something for every gamer.

The Gaming Rooms
Room 1 - Nintendo Battle Arena
Super Smash Bros. on the brand-new Switch 2 with Mr. Selph

Room 2 - Arcade & Racing Lounge
Tekken 7 on PS4 + Mario Kart on Nintendo Switch with Ms. Thompson

Room 3 - Sports Zone
NBA 2K or Madden on Xbox with Mr. Stokes

Students can compete against friends and teachers, and enjoy a relaxed, high-energy afternoon filled with games, laughs, and ice cream.

This will take place after school (date TBD) from 3:30-4:30/5pm.

Join 7th grade parents Katie Boehret & Kevin Sheives for a backyard movie.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it: Join us to watch Mission Impossible, the original, under the stars in our backyard. Enjoy popcorn, sodas, ice cream sundaes, a beautiful summer night with friends and Tom Cruise dangling from a wire. Bring your own low lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. Adults are welcome to attend on their own; Deal students are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent. Every attendee needs a ticket. This message will self-destruct in five seconds.

Party is Saturday June 27 at 7:30 with movie beginning at 8pm.

Join us at the Bous residence for a fun-filled backyard pool party to kick off the summer! Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of swimming, connecting with friends, and soaking up the summer vibes. We'll be grilling burgers (meat & veg) & serving light fare as well as adult libations, to keep everyone fueled for fun.

Tickets required for adults and any kids over 10 (younger siblings free). This is not a drop off party, at least one parent must attend with their child/children.

Party is planned for Sunday, June 7th from 1- 5 pm. With space limited to just 50 guests, this event is sure to sell out quickly. Don't miss out!

Co-hosted by Alison Davies & Tim Learmonth, Sonia & Peter Pfaffenroth, and Katie & Joe Bous.

Join Principal Neal for an Ice Cream Sundae Party! Hot fudge? Caramel? Sprinkles? Grab your favorite toppings and build the perfect sundae with Ms. Neal and your friends.

Party will be Friday, May 29 at 3:30pm.