Douglass Park Elementary School

08/06/2026

🎉 DPES Meet & Greet! 🎉

The countdown to an amazing school year has begun! Join us for our Douglass Park Elementary School Meet & Greet on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Register Here: https://bit.ly/MeetnGreet2026

Come meet your child’s teacher, connect with our incredible staff, explore the school, and get ready for a successful 2026–2027 school year!

We can’t wait to welcome our students and families back for another year of learning, growth, and success. See you there!

06/16/2026

06/15/2026

📚 You loved our Fill-A-Bag Fundraiser — now get ready for double the days, double the books!
Join us for a TWO-DAY Fill-A-Bag Weekend!
🗓 Friday, June 19th & Saturday, June 20th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 The Big Free Bookstore
How It Works:
Fill your bag with as many books as you can fit — and pay by the bag, not by the book!
This event we will have select NEW books you can add to your bag, as well as our usual USED book selection!
Flat fees by bag size:
• Small — $5
• Medium — $10
• Large — $15
• JUMBO — $20
🎒 BYOB: Bring Your Own Bag!
📌 Please note: During these two days, we will not be accepting donations.
Mark your calendars, bring a friend, and get ready for a book lover’s dream weekend!

05/29/2026

Have an amazing summer!

School's out for summer! ☀️
Looking for ways to keep the kids and teens active, learning, and having fun this summer? Portsmouth has plenty to offer!

📚 Summer Reading Programs, crafts, STEM activities, and teen events at Portsmouth Public Library
🎨 Interactive exhibits, camps, and hands-on learning at the Children's Museum of Virginia
⚽ Sports leagues, summer camps, recreation programs, swimming, and special events through Portsmouth Parks and Recreation
🌳 Playgrounds, parks, trails, courts, and open spaces perfect for outdoor adventures
🏛️ Museums and educational experiences the whole family can enjoy

Check out our partner pages for upcoming programs and events throughout the summer!

05/29/2026

The Portsmouth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. came to acknowledge the vital roles our school counselors play in our students lives. Mrs. Bradley and Mr. Johnson were presented with plaques and thanked for their hard work throughout the school year. Thank you School Counselors for continuing to shine bright for our students, and thank you ladies for coming to honor them. What a beautiful surprise!

05/28/2026

What a beautiful journey it has been watching these students grow from curious children into confident young leaders. The laughter, lessons, friendships, and memories made within these walls will forever hold a special place in our hearts. As they turn the page to a new chapter, we are reminded that while they may be leaving elementary school, they will always carry a piece of home with them. Keep shining, keep believing, and never forget just how amazing you are. Douglass Park Elementary will miss our 6th graders, shine bright like the stars you are!

05/08/2026

We are extremely proud to have Mrs.Bradley as a part of our team. You all see snapshots of her greatness but we witness the difference she makes daily.

Trayva Bradley has perfected the role as Douglass Park Elementary School Counselor over the past seven years.

04/19/2026

📚✨ Gear Up for Success! ✨📚

Success starts with the right preparation—and we’re making it fun, engaging, and impactful! Join us for an interactive SOL Prep Night designed to build “SOL Strength” across all core subjects.

Students will rotate through hands-on stations in Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies, sharpening their skills and boosting confidence just in time for testing season. 💡📖➕🔬🌍

Let’s work together to ensure every student feels confident, prepared, and ready to shine on test day! 🌟

🗓 April 28, 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Douglass Park Elementary School

👉 Secure your spot by April 24th: https://bit.ly/DPES_SOL_PrepNight

04/15/2026

Help us congratulate our 7 new members to the National Elementary Honor Society here at Douglass Park. A beautiful ceremony for our amazing students.

04/15/2026

Purple Up Day is Tomorrow! DPES celebrates our military families. Tomorrow, we will celebrate our military-connected students by wearing purple. Also, a special treat will be provided to our military-connected students as a small token of our love and support!.