Who We Are

A volunteer group of parents and friends...

...who understand and believe in the many benefits of involvement in the arts that help a student develop life long skills and confidence, lasting a life time and making a positive difference in a person’s quality of life and contribution to society.

  • Mission: Be a leader in support and advocacy at the Deer Park School System benefitting the performance and visual arts programs for grades 1-12.
  • Vision: DPAC will be a vibrant, self-sustaining organization that meets the needs of the performing and visual arts programs for the Deer Park School System while enhancing community involvement and support.
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News & Events

We Need You!

Become a DPAC Member

Many of our Board members will be stepping down within the next few years. We are looking for new members and volunteers who are willing to join our great team and continue to make DPAC a success.
If you'd like to see DPAC continue to be a strong presence in the Deer Park schools, advocating for the Arts, raising money for scholarships, sponsoring performances for the students, supporting the students and teachers with many extras, then please join our team...we need you!
Parents....Students....Alumni!
Join our monthly meetings to learn how you can become a member or reach out to any of our members.

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DPAC SHOP IS NOW OPEN!!

Shop our full collection and get items shipped directly to your door! deerparkartscouncil.org/shop

Designs (created by students) that promote Art, Music, and Theater! We have tons of 'Proud Parent' items for sale as well!

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Clothing Drive November 9th

JFK School (101 Lake Ave, Deer Park NY)

Donate gently used clothing and household items at our upcoming Clothing Drive! The drop-off event will be held from 10 AM to 12 PM at the JFK Main Entrance. We are accepting adult and kids' clothing, coats, shoes, accessories, linens, and more. Your generous contributions help us continue to provide scholarships, arts events, and educational opportunities for students in Deer Park.

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Call for donations!

Sweets and a Show

November 15th at 6:30pm at DPHS

Join us for Sweets and a Show, an evening of delightful desserts, live performances, and student art! Begin with a delicious spread of treats and warm drinks, then head to the auditorium for captivating performances by talented students and faculty.
Don’t miss our raffle prizes, including a 50/50 drawing and grand prize! It's a fun-filled night to celebrate and support the arts in our community—see you there!

 

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join us at carvel dec 2 and yogo wild dec 1st

Our Purpose

To advocate for the participation of students in the performing and visual arts.

To raise community awareness of the benefits of student participation in the performing and visual arts through advocacy and education.

Provide financial support to purchase materials and equipment supporting school events, theater productions, trips and educational opportunities not available through school funding.

Offering student scholarships to students pursuing a career in the performing and visual arts.

Provide community relationships that develop into long-term support of DPAC.

Become a strong and valuable organization that advocates for the performing arts through relationships with local and state legislative bodies.

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