Budget/Election & Term and Voter Info (English)

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 20, 2025 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2025-2026 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:

The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:

Central office administrators (the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:

Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held where budget questions raised by the public will be addressed.

May:

A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the proposed budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

Voter Information
Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote 
that will be held on May 20, 2025

This year, the vote for the proposed 2025-2026 school year budget and trustee election will be held on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (enter by pool/track).  Due to safety concerns, all other doors will be locked during the school day.

*The budget will be discussed at the following work session/open meetings:

• February 25, 2025 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office (Intro to budget)
• March 11, 2025 - 7:30 p.m. Administration Office
• March 25, 2025 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office
• April 8, 2025 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Adopt Budget
• May 13, 2025 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Public Hearing
   

Voter Eligibility & Registration

Deer Park residents are urged to vote in all school district elections. To cast your ballot in the May 20, 2025 Budget Vote and Board Trustee Election you must be:

• a citizen of the United States
• eighteen (18) years of age or older (eligible students are encouraged to vote)
• a resident of the Deer Park School District for 30 days prior to the vote
• registered to vote with the Suffolk County Board of Elections or registered with the school district
   

Registration is required if you have not voted within four years in a general election or school election. For more information, please contact the District Clerk at (631) 274-4013 or check the Board of Elections website at Suffolk County Government to see if you are registered.

Tentative registration dates for the May 20, 2025 Budget Vote will take place in person on the following dates/times: 

• Wednesday, May 7 – Administration Office, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
• Thursday, May 8 - Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 14 - Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The last day to register with the school district is May 14, 2025.

Absentee Ballot Application
Applications for absentee ballots for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website at:

• School District Absentee Ballot Application
• Solicitud de boleta de voto en ausencia de distrito escolar

 or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org  or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Absentee ballot applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before Monday, April 21, 2025. Completed absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the date of the election.

Early Mail Voting Application
Applications for early mail voting for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website New York State School District Early Mail Ballot Application (English), Miscellaneous Guidance (Spanish) or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Early mail voting applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before Monday, April 21, 2025. Completed early mail voting ballots must be received by the District Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the date of the election.

Military Application

Pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone (631-274-4013), facsimile (631-242-6762), email (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY  11729), or in person (during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the District Clerk and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 24, 2025. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 20, 2025 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 20, 2025 if postmarked or endorsed by an agency of the United States government. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot.

Election & Term Information
Click here to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 20, 2025

The Board of Education has seven members, each elected for a term of three years. Candidates for the Board must be qualified voters of the School District and are nominated by petition. Such petitions shall be directed to the clerk of the School District and include the greater of at least two percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 annual election, or 25 people.

Board Member Qualifications

To qualify for membership on a school board, an individual:

• must be able to read and write
• must be a "qualified voter" of the district
• must be and have been a resident of the district for a least one year prior to the election.
• may not have been removed from any school district office within the preceding one year
• may not reside with a member of the family who is also a member of the same school board
• may not be a current employee of the school board
• may not simultaneously hold another incompatible public office
   

Nominating Petitions

Available by appointment on/after March 3, 2025 in the District Clerk’s Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue.  Before coming in to pick up a petition, please call 631-274-4013 or email Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org to set up an appointment.

Nominating positions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters, or 2 percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2024 annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. This year, a minimum of 25 signatures are needed.

Nominating petitions for specific seats on the school board must include the candidate’s name and residence, the residences of the people who sign the petition, the vacancy to be filled, including the name of the incumbent, and the length of the term of office to be filled.  For the May 20, 2025 trustee election, petitions are available for three seats with a term of three years, commencing on July 1, 2025.   The terms of Mr. Anthony Henkel, Mrs. Kristine Rosales and Mr. Jerry Jean-Pierre will expire on June 30, 2025. 

Candidates may be nominated for only one vacancy. Nominating petitions must be filed for specific seats on the board. Petitions must be delivered to the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on Monday, April 21, 2025. The first campaign contributions affidavit is also due at this time. Campaign contribution statements are due April 21, May 15 and June 9.

Voter Qualifications

A "qualified voter" is a person who is a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old, a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to the election at which he/she offers to vote, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under the provisions of Section 5-106 of the Election Law.

PLACE AND TIME:

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Deer Park High School gymnasium

Entrance in Pool/football field parking lot

7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Documents

• 6-Day Budget Notice
• 2025-2026 Budget Newsletter
• May 2025 Budget Calendar
• 2025-2026 Property Tax Report Card
• 2025-2026 Proposed Budget
• Budget Introduction
• Budget Review Work Session #1 - March 11, 2025
• Budget Review Work Session #2 - March 25, 2025
• Budget Hearing - May 13, 2025

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 21, 2024 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2024-2025 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:

The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:

Central office administrators (the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:

Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held where budget questions raised by the public will be addressed.

May:

A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the proposed budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

Voter Information

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 21, 2024

This year, the vote for the proposed 2024-2025 school year budget and trustee election will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (enter by pool/track). Due to safety concerns, all other doors will be locked during the school day.

*The budget will be discussed at the following work session/open meetings:

• February 27, 2024 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office (Intro to budget)
• March 12, 2024 - 7:30 p.m. Administration Office
• March 26, 2024 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office
• April 16, 2024 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Adopt Budget
• May 14, 2024 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Public Hearing

Voter Eligibility & Registration

Deer Park residents are urged to vote in all school district elections. To cast your ballot in the May 21, 2024 Budget Vote and Board Trustee Election you must be:

• a citizen of the United States
• eighteen (18) years of age or older (eligible students are encouraged to vote)
• a resident of the Deer Park School District for 30 days prior to the vote
• registered to vote with the Suffolk County Board of Elections or registered with the school district

Registration is required if you have not voted within four years in a general election or school election. For more information, please contact the District Clerk at (631) 274-4013 or check the Board of Elections website at Suffolk County Government to see if you are registered.

Tentative registration dates for the May 21, 2024 Budget Vote will take place in person on the following dates/times: 

• Tuesday, May 7 – Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, May 9 - Administration Office, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Monday, May 13 - Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The last day to register with the school district is Monday, May 13.

Absentee Ballot Application

Applications for absentee ballots for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website at:

• School District Absentee Ballot Application
• Solicitud de boleta de voto en ausencia de distrito escolar

or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Absentee ballot applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before Monday, April 22, 2024. Completed absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the date of the election.

Early Mail Voting Application

Applications for early mail voting for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website New York State School District Early Mail Ballot Application (english), Miscellaneous Guidance (spanish) or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Early mail voting applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before Monday, April 22, 2024. Completed early mail voting ballots must be received by the District Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the date of the election.

Military Application

Pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone (631-274-4013), facsimile (631-242-6762), email (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), or in person (during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the District Clerk and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 25, 2024. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 21, 2024 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 21, 2024 if postmarked or endorsed by an agency of the United States government. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot.

Election & Term Information

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 21, 2024

The Board of Education has seven members, each elected for a term of three years. Candidates for the Board must be qualified voters of the School District and are nominated by petition. Such petitions shall be directed to the clerk of the School District and include the greater of at least two percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2023 annual election, or 25 people.

Board Member Qualifications

To qualify for membership on a school board, an individual:

• must be able to read and write
• must be a "qualified voter" of the district
• must be and have been a resident of the district for a least one year prior to the election.
• may not have been removed from any school district office within the preceding one year
• may not reside with a member of the family who is also a member of the same school board
• may not be a current employee of the school board
• may not simultaneously hold another incompatible public office

Nominating Petitions

Available by appointment on/after March 1, 2024 in the District Clerk’s Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue. Before coming in to pick up a petition, please call 631-274-4013 or email Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org to set up an appointment.

Nominating positions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters, or 2 percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2023 annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. This year, a minimum of 25 signatures are needed.

Nominating petitions for specific seats on the school board must include the candidate’s name and residence, the residences of the people who sign the petition, the vacancy to be filled, including the name of the incumbent, and the length of the term of office to be filled. For the May 21, 2024 trustee election, petitions are available for two seats with a term of three years, commencing on July 1, 2024. The terms of Mrs. Donna Marie Elliott and Mr. Robert Marino will expire on June 30, 2024.

Candidates may be nominated for only one vacancy. Nominating petitions must be filed for specific seats on the board. Petitions must be delivered to the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on Monday, April 22, 2024. The first campaign contributions affidavit is also due at this time. Campaign contribution statements are due April 22, 2024, May 16, 2024 and June 10, 2024.

Voter Qualifications

A "qualified voter" is a person who is a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old, a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to the election at which he/she offers to vote, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under the provisions of Section 5-106 of the Election Law.

PLACE AND TIME:

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Deer Park High School gymnasium

Entrance in Pool/football field parking lot

7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Documents

• 6-Day Budget Notice
• Personal Voter Registration Dates
• 2024-2025 Property Tax Report Card
• 2024-2025 Adopted Budget
• 2024-2025 Budget Hearing
• 2024-2025 Budget Introduction
• Budget Review Work Session #1 March 12, 2024
• Budget Review Work Session #2 March 26, 2024
• Budget Development Calendar 2024-2025
• 2024-2025 Budget Newsletter

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 16, 2023 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2023-2024 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:
The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:
Central office administrators (the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:
Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held where budget questions raised by the public will be addressed.

May:
A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the proposed budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

Voter Information
Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 16, 2023

This year, the vote for the proposed 2023-2024 school year budget and trustee election will be held on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (enter by pool/track). Due to safety concerns, all other doors will be locked during the school day.

*The budget will be discussed at the following work session/open meetings:

• February 28, 2023 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office (Intro to budget)
• March 7, 2023 - 7:30 p.m. Administration Office
• March 21, 2023 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office
• April 11, 2023 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Adopt Budget
• May 9, 2023 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Public Hearing

Voter Eligibility & Registration
Deer Park residents are urged to vote in all school district elections. To cast your ballot in the May 16, 2023 Budget Vote and Board Trustee Election you must be:

• a citizen of the United States
• eighteen (18) years of age or older (eligible students are encouraged to vote)
• a resident of the Deer Park School District for 30 days prior to the vote
• registered to vote with the Suffolk County Board of Elections or registered with the school district

Registration is required if you have not voted within four years in a general election or school election. For more information, please contact the District Clerk at (631) 274-4013 or check the Board of Elections website to see if you are registered.

Registration dates for the May 16, 2023 Budget Vote will take place in person on the following dates/times:

• Wednesday, April 19 – Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Thursday, May 4 - Administration Office, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Monday, May 8 - Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The last day to register with the school district is Monday, May 8, 2023

Absentee Ballot Application

Applications for absentee ballots for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website at:

• School District Absentee Ballot Application
• Solicitud de boleta de voto en ausencia de distrito escolar

or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Absentee ballot applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before Monday, April 17, 2023. Completed absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the date of the election.

Military Application
Pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone (631-274-4013), facsimile (631-242-6762), email (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), or in person (during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the District Clerk and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 20, 2023. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 16, 2023 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 16, 2023 if postmarked or endorsed by an agency of the United States government. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot.

Election & Term Information
Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 16, 2023

The Board of Education has seven members, each elected for a term of three years. Candidates for the Board must be qualified voters of the School District and are nominated by petition. Such petitions shall be directed to the clerk of the School District and include the greater of at least two percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2022 annual election, or 25 people.

Board Member Qualifications
To qualify for membership on a school board, an individual:

• must be able to read and write
• must be a "qualified voter" of the district
• must be and have been a resident of the district for a least one year prior to the election.
• may not have been removed from any school district office within the preceding one year
• may not reside with a member of the family who is also a member of the same school board
• may not be a current employee of the school board
• may not simultaneously hold another incompatible public office

Nominating Petitions
Available by appointment on/after March 1, 2023 in the District Clerk’s Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue. Before coming in to pick up a petition, please call 631-274-4013 or email Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org to set up an appointment.

Nominating positions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters, or 2 percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2022 annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. This year, a minimum of 25 signatures are needed.

Nominating petitions for specific seats on the school board must include the candidate’s name and residence, the residences of the people who sign the petition, the vacancy to be filled, including the name of the incumbent, and the length of the term of office to be filled. For the May 16, 2023 trustee election, petitions are available for two seats with a term of three years, commencing on July 1, 2023. The terms of Mr. Al Centamore and Ms. Donna Gulli Grunseich will expire on June 30, 2023.

Candidates may be nominated for only one vacancy. Nominating petitions must be filed for specific seats on the board. Petitions must be delivered to the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on Monday, April 17, 2023. The first campaign contributions affidavit is also due at this time. Campaign contribution statements are due April 17, 2023, May 11, 2023 and June 5, 2023.

Voter Qualifications
A "qualified voter" is a person who is a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old, a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to the election at which he/she offers to vote, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under the provisions of Section 5-106 of the Election Law.

PLACE AND TIME:
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
Deer Park High School gymnasium
7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Documents

• 2023-2024 Budget Hearing and Foundation Aid Plan
• 2023-2024 Budget Notice Form
• 2023-2024 Budget Newsletter
• 2023-2024 Final Budget
• Budget Review Session Presentation #2 - March 21, 2023
• Budget Review Work Session #1 Additional Documents
• Budget Review Work Session #1 Presentation
• Budget Review Work Session # 1 Information
• Budget Intro
• Budget Development Calendar 2023-2024
• Personal Voter Registration Dates

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 17, 2022 in the HS Gymnasium. 

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2022-2023 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:

The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:

Central office administrators (the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:

Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings held and all budget questions raised by the public will be addressed.

May:

A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the proposed budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

Voter Information

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 17, 2022

This year, the vote for the proposed 2022-2023 school year budget and trustee election will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (enter by pool/track). Due to safety concerns, all other doors will be locked during the school day.

*The budget will be discussed at the following work session/open meetings:

• February 15, 2022 – 8:00 p.m. Deer Park High School (Intro to budget)
• March 8, 2022 - 7:30 p.m. Administration Office
• March 22, 2022 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office
• April 12, 2022 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Adopt Budget
• May 10, 2022 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Public Hearing
   

Voter Eligibility & Registration

Deer Park residents are urged to vote in all school district elections. To cast your ballot in the May 17, 2022 Budget Vote and Board Trustee Election you must be:

• a citizen of the United States,
• eighteen (18) years of age or older (eligible students are encouraged to vote)
• a resident of the Deer Park School District for 30 days prior to the vote
• registered to vote with the Suffolk County Board of Elections, or registered with the school district.

Registration is required if you have not voted within four years in a general election or school election. For more information, please contact the District Clerk at (631) 274-4013 or check the Board of Elections website at Suffolk County Government to see if you are registered.

Registration dates for the May 17, 2022 Budget Vote will take place in the below listed building on the following dates/times: 

• Tuesday, April 19 – Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 4 - Administration Office, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 11 - Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The last day to register with the school district is Wednesday, May 11, 2022

Absentee Ballot Application
Applications for absentee ballots for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website at:

• School District Absentee Ballot Application
• Solicitud de boleta de voto en ausencia de distrito escolar

or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Absentee ballot applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before April 18, 2022. Completed absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk’s office no later than 5:00 p.m. on the date of the election.

Military Application

Pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone (631-274-4013), facsimile (631-242-6762), email (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), or in person (during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the District Clerk and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 21, 2022. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 17, 2022 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 17, 2022 if postmarked or endorsed by an agency of the United States government. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot.

Election & Term Information

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 17, 2022

The Board of Education has seven members, each elected for a term of three years. Candidates for the Board must be qualified voters of the School District and are nominated by petition. Such petitions shall be directed to the clerk of the School District and include the greater of at least two percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2021 annual election, or 25 people.

Board Member Qualifications

To qualify for membership on a school board, an individual:

• must be able to read and write
• must be a "qualified voter" of the district
• must be and have been a resident of the district for a least one year prior to the election.
• may not have been removed from any school district office within the preceding one year
• may not reside with a member of the family who is also a member of the same school board
• may not be a current employee of the school board
• may not simultaneously hold another incompatible public office

Nominating Petitions

Available on/after February 28, 2022 in the District Clerk’s Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue. Before coming in to pick up a petition, please call 631-274-4013 or email Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org to set up an appointment.

Nominating positions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters, or 2 percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2021 annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. This year, a minimum of 25 signatures are needed.

Nominating petitions for specific seats on the school board must include the candidate’s name and residence, the residences of the people who sign the petition, the vacancy to be filled, including the name of the incumbent, and the length of the term of office to be filled. For the May 17, 2022 trustee election, petitions are available for three seats with a term of three years, commencing on July 1, 2022. The terms of Anthony Henkel, Kristine Rosales and Jerry D. Jean-Pierre will expire on June 30, 2022.

Candidates may be nominated for only one vacancy. Nominating petitions must be filed for specific seats on the board. Petitions must be delivered to the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on Monday, April 18, 2022. The first campaign contributions affidavit is also due at this time. Campaign contribution statements are due April 18, 2022, May 12, 2022 and June 6, 2022. 

Voter Qualifications

A "qualified voter" is a person who is a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old, a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to the election at which he/she offers to vote, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under the provisions of Section 5-106 of the Election Law.

PLACE AND TIME:

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Deer Park High School gymnasium

7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Documents

• Budget Hearing  - May 10, 2022
• Budget Presentation - April 12, 2022
• Property Tax Report Card
• 2022-2023 Adopted Budget
• Legal Notice
• Budget Introduction Statement
• Budget Development Calendar 2022-2023
• Budget Review Work Session #1
• Budget Review Work Session #2

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 18, 2021 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2021-2022 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:

The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:

Central office administrators (the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:

Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held and all budget questions raised by the public are answered.

May:

A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing only budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

Voter Information

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 18, 2021

This year, the vote for the proposed 2021-2021 school year budget and trustee election will be held on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYMNASIUM (enter by pool/track). Due to safety concerns, all other doors will be locked during the school day.

*The budget will be discussed at the following work session/open meetings:

• February 23, 2021 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office & Livestream (Intro to budget)
• March 9, 2021 - 7:30 p.m. Robert Frost MS & Livestream
• March 23, 2021 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office & Livestream
• April 13, 2021 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office & Livestream – Adopt Budget
• May 11, 2021 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office & Livestream – Public Hearing
   

*Due to Covid restrictions we recommend viewing meetings by livestream. You can email any budget questions to Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org

Voter Eligibility & Registration

Deer Park residents are urged to vote in all school district elections. To cast your ballot in the May 18, 2021 Budget Vote and Board Trustee Election you must be:

• a citizen of the United States,
• eighteen (18) years of age or older (eligible students are encouraged to vote)
• a resident of the Deer Park School District for 30 days prior to the vote
• registered to vote with the Suffolk County Board of Elections, or registered with the school district.

Registration is required if you have not voted within four years in a general election or school election. For more information, please contact the District Clerk at (631) 274-4013 or check the Board of Elections website to see if you are registered.

Registration dates for the May 18, 2021 Budget Vote will take place in the below listed building on the following dates/times: 

• Thursday, April 22 – Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Monday, May 10 - Administration Office, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 12 - Administration Office, 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The Last Day to Register with the School District is Wednesday, May 12, 2021

Absentee Ballot Application

Notice is further given that applications for absentee ballots for the school district election are to be completed on a form prescribed by the state board of elections and may be obtained by visiting the New York State Education Department’s Website (English & Spanish), or by contacting the District Clerk by email at Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org or phone at 631-274-4013. If you wish to request a ballot due to the potential for contracting Covid-19, please check off the temporary illness box in Section 1. Completed applications must be received at least seven (7) days before the election if the ballot is to be mailed to the applicant, or the day before the election if the ballot is to be delivered personally to the applicant or to his or her designated agent. Absentee ballot applications will not be accepted by the District Clerk before April 19, 2021. Further, no absentee voter’s ballot shall be canvassed unless it has been received at the District Clerk’s office by 5:00 P.M. on the date of the election.

• Absentee Ballot Application (English) (Spanish)

Military Application

Notice is further given, that pursuant to Education Law §2018-d, any person serving in the military, including spouses and dependents, may register to vote in the upcoming school district election. A military voter who is a qualified voter of the school district may obtain a registration form by contacting the District Clerk by telephone(631-274-4013), facsimile (631-242-6762), email (brennan.l@deerparkschools.org), mail (1881 Deer Park Avenue, Deer Park, NY 11729), or in person (during regular office hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.). A military voter who is duly registered may apply for a military ballot by requesting an application form from the District Clerk. Completed applications must be personally delivered or mailed to the District Clerk and received no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 22, 2021. Military ballots must be received by 5:00 p.m. on May 18, 2021 if signed and dated by the military voter and one witness thereto with a date which is not later than the day before the election, or not later than the close of the polls on May 18, 2021 if postmarked or endorsed by an agency of the United States government. A military voter may designate a preference to receive a military voter registration form, military ballot application or military ballot by mail, facsimile or electronic mail in the request for such registration, ballot application, or ballot.

Election & Term Information

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 18, 2021

The Board of Education has seven members, each elected for a term of three years. Candidates for the Board must be qualified voters of the School District and are nominated by petition. Such petitions shall be directed to the clerk of the School District and include the greater of at least two percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2019 annual election, or 25 people.

Board Member Qualifications
 

To qualify for membership on a school board, an individual:

• must be able to read and write
• must be a "qualified voter" of the district
• must be and have been a resident of the district for a least one year prior to the election.
• may not have been removed from any school district office within the preceding one year
• may not reside with a member of the family who is also a member of the same school board
• may not be a current employee of the school board
• may not simultaneously hold another incompatible public office
   

Nominating Petitions
Available on/after March 10, 2021 in the District Clerk’s Office, 1881 Deer Park Avenue. Before coming in to pick up a petition, please call 631-274-4013 or email Brennan.l@deerparkschools.org to set up an appointment.

Nominating positions must be signed by at least 25 qualified voters, or 2 percent of the number of voters who voted in the 2019 annual election of the members of the Board of Education, whichever is greater. This year, a minimum of 26 signatures are needed.

Nominating petitions for specific seats on the school board must include the candidate’s name and residence, the residences of the people who sign the petition, the vacancy to be filled, including the name of the incumbent, and the length of the term of office to be filled.

Candidates may be nominated for only one vacancy. Nominating petitions must be filed for specific seats on the board. Petitions must be delivered to the District Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on April 19, 2021. The first campaign contributions affidavit is also due at this time. Contribution statements are due April 19, 2021, May 13, 2021 and June 7, 2021.

Voter Qualifications
A "qualified voter" is a person who is a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years old, a resident of the school district for at least 30 days prior to the election at which he/she offers to vote, and who is not otherwise prohibited from voting under the provisions of Section 5-106 of the Election Law.

PLACE AND TIME:

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Deer Park High School gymnasium

7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Documents

• Budget Notice
• 2021 - 2022 Adopted Budget
• Property Tax Report Card 2021 - 2022
• Budget Introduction Statement
• Budget Development Calendar 2021-22
• How to E-Notarize
• Important Dates for Upcoming Registration

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 21, 2019 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2019-2020 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:
The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:
Central office administrators (the Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:
Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held and all budget questions raised by the public are answered.

May:
opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing only budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

This year, the vote for the proposed 2019-2020 school year budget will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYM.

The budget will be discussed at the following work session/open meetings:

• February 26, 2019 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office (Intro to budget)
• March 12, 2019  -  7:30 p.m. Administration Office
• March 26, 2019 – 8:00 p.m. Administration Office
• April 9, 2019 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Adopt Budget
• May 14, 2019 – 7:30 p.m. Administration Office – Public Hearing

Documents

• The Standard -Budget Newsletter
• 2019-2020 Adopted Budget
• 2019-2020 Property Tax Report Card
• 2019-2020 Budget Calendar - English
• Budget Intro 2-26-19 - English

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 15, 2018 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2018-2019 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:
The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:
Central office administrators (The Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:
Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held and all budget questions raised by the public are answered.

May:
A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing only budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

This year, the vote for the proposed 2018-2019 school year budget will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYM. 

The budget will be discussed at the following Work Session/Open Meetings:

• February 27 - 8:00 pm, Administration Office (Intro to Budget)
• March 13 - 7:30 pm, Administration Office
• March 20 - 7:30 pm, Administration Office
• April 10 - 7:30 pm, Administration Office – Adopt Budget
• May 8 – 7:30 pm, Administration Office -  Public Hearing

Documents

• Budget Hearing Presentation
• Six Day Budget Notice
• Adopted Budget 2018-2019
• Budget Notes March 20
• Budget Notes March 15
• Property Tax Report Card
• 2018-2019 Budget Calendar

Click Deer Park UFSD Poll Place Finder to see if you are registered for the Annual School District Election and Budget Vote that will be held on May 16, 2017 in the HS Gymnasium.

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2017-2018 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:
The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:
Central office administrators (The Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:
Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held and all budget questions raised by the public are answered.

May:
A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing only budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

This year, the vote for the proposed 2017-2018 school year budget will be held on Tuesday,
May 16, 2017 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYM.

The budget will be discussed at the following Work Session/Open Meetings:

• February 28 - 8:00 pm, Administration Office (Intro to Budget)
• March 14 - 7:30 pm, Administration Office
• March 21 - 7:30 pm, Administration Office
• March 28 – 8:00 pm, Administration Office
• April 4 – 7:30 pm, Administration Office - Adopt Budget
• May 9 – 7:30 pm, Administration Office -  Public Hearing

Documents

• NY State Mandated Budget Notice 2017-2018
• Budget Hearing - May 9, 2017
• Property Tax Report Card
• 2017-2018 Budget Calendar
• 2017-2018 Proposed Budget
• Budget Notes March 28
• Budget Notes March 21

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2016-2017 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:
The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:
Central office administrators (The Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:
Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held and all budget questions raised by the public are answered.

May:
A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing only budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

This year, the vote for the proposed 2016-2017 school year budget will be held on Tuesday,
May 17, 2016 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the HIGH SCHOOL GYM.

The budget will be discussed at the following Work Session/Open Meetings:

• February 23 - 8:00 pm, Administration Office (Intro to Budget)
• March 8 - 8:00 pm, Administration Office
• March 22 - 8:00 pm, Administration Office
• April 5 - 7:30 pm, Administration Office
• April 19 – 8:00 pm, High School Auditorium - Adopt Proposed Budget
• May 10 – 7:30 pm, Administration Office -  Public Hearing

Links

Back to the Budget Page

Documents

• 2016-2017 Budget Notice
• Budget Hearing Statement 2016-2017
• 2016-2017 Budget Newsletter
• Approved 2016-17 Budget
• Deer Park Tax Report Card
• April 5, 2016 - Budget Meeting #3
• March 22, 2016 - Budget Meeting #2
• March 8, 2016 - Budget Meeting #1
• 2016-2017 Budget Calendar

The Deer Park School District budget development process for the next school year 2015-2016 begins in October and culminates with a public referendum held the third Tuesday in May.

October:
The budget development process begins when the department supervisors and building principals receive their budget packets. Each principal and supervisor is responsible for determining his/her respective school or departments’ needs.

December:
Central office administrators (The Superintendent, Asst. Superintendents, etc.) meet with principals to discuss their budget requests. Additionally, all new staffing needs and programmatic needs in relation to the curriculum are also discussed.

February-April:
Proposed budgets for every area are analyzed line by line by the Board of Education. Draft budgets are developed. Discussions take place at public meetings and public budget workshops. These meetings are advertised and the public is invited to participate and ask questions (see schedule of budget workshops below). After thorough discussion, the proposed budget is adopted by the Board of Education in April. Additional public meetings are held and all budget questions raised by the public are answered.

May:
A budget hearing is held. This is a forum that once again provides residents with an opportunity to ask questions regarding the proposed budget. This is typically the last public meeting held specifically for the purpose of educating the community on the proposed budget. A line-by-line printout of the proposed budget is available at the hearing, as well as an informative newsletter for residents to use as a guide for learning about the budget. This newsletter is also mailed to every Deer Park School District resident. Also, as per State law, no later than 6 days prior to the election, a postcard is mailed after the public hearing providing only budget and tax impact information, in addition to basic voting information.

The proposed budget printout is available for viewing at the Deer Park Public library, on-line via the district website, at each of the main offices of the school district and can be obtained by contacting the Deer Park Schools District Clerk, located at 1881 Deer Park Road (next to JFK Intermediate School) or call (631) 274-4013.

A budget for the next school year is not official until approved by the community in a public vote. If the community does not pass the budget in May, the Board of Education and District can conduct a second vote (re-vote) the third Tuesday in June. The District is not obligated to conduct a second vote. If a second vote is held, the District has the option to put forth the same budget or can opt to reduce the proposed budget. Should the district opt not to hold a re-vote, or if a budget is defeated in a re-vote scenario, the district must operate on a contingency (austerity) budget.

This year, the vote for the proposed 2015-2016 school year budget will be held on Tuesday,
May 19, 2015 at Deer Park High School. 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the auditorium, enter through the main lobby.

The budget will be discussed at the following Work Session/Open Meetings:
February 24 - 8:00 pm, D.O. (Intro to Budget)
March 10 –  7:30 pm, D.O.
March 17 – 7:30 pm, D.O.
March 24 – 8:00 pm, D.O.
March 31 – 7:30 pm, DO
April 14 – 7:30 pm, D.O.
April 21 – 7:30 pm, D.O. Adopt Budget
April 28 – 7:30 pm, D.O.
May 12 – 7:30 pm, D.O. Public Hearing

Links

• Proposed Sale of Washington Property Information

Documents

• 2014-2015 Budget Information
• 2015-2016 Budget Calendar
• 2015-2016 Budget Book
• 2013-2014 NYSED Report Card

Bond Passes! We are pleased to announce that the 2015-16 Capital Bond Referendum has been approved by district voters. The tally was 291 yes votes and 91 no votes, including absentee ballots.

The total bond is $17 million for projects that address security, building improvements and grounds enhancements. Approximately 62 percent of the costs will be covered by state building aid, and there will be no additional tax impact on residents.

The district thanks the Deer Park community for its continued support of our schools.

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• Deer Park High School
• Robert Frost Middle School
• John F. Kennedy Intermediate School
• John Quincy Adams Primary School
• May Moore Primary School

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Why is the Board of Education proposing a bond?
A. Building systems and resources have a natural lifespan, and some of our resources have exceeded their anticipated useful life expectancy. The proposed projects address security, building improvements and enhancements to our grounds and bring our buildings into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Q. What are the financial facts about the bond?
A. The total cost of the proposed bond is $17 million. The district will be eligible for approximately 62 percent in New York State Building Aid. The district has existing debt that is retiring. The new debt associated with the proposed bond referendum will essentially replace this old debt, resulting in no additional tax impact to residents.

Q. What is the proposed timeline for completion of the project?
A. Planning and design will begin immediately, followed by a state review period after voter approval. We expect construction to begin in the Summer of 2016 and continue for approximately 2 to 3 years, depending on approval of plans by the State Education Department.

Q. Don’t we budget for these improvements?
A. Capital improvements of this scale cannot be included in the operating budget without impacting the tax levy in a significant way. The use of a bond spreads out the cost over a longer period of time, mitigating the annual tax impact and maximizing New York State Building Aid.

Q. Can the district spend more than the amount of an approved bond?
A. No. By law, the district is prohibited from spending above the amount approved by voters.

Q. Where can I get more information?
A. Visit the district's website to learn additional information about the details of the proposed bond.

• Updated Budget Information
• 2014-2015 Budget Booklet
• 2014-2015 Budget Review Work Session #4
• 2014-2015 Budget Review Work Session #3
• 2014-2015 Budget Review Work Session #2
• 2014-2015 Budget Review Work Session #1
• 2014-2015 Approved Budget
• 2014-2015 Budget Calendar
• Budget Newsletter
• Property Tax Report Card
• 2013-2014 Budget
• School Report Card

2013-2014 NYSED Report Card

Important message from Mr. Cummings

Dear Parents, Staff, and Community Members:

Governor Cuomo has signed Executive Order 202.39, which postpones the annual School District Budget, School Board Member and Library Board Member vote until Tuesday, June 16.

To be counted, the School District Budget, School Board Member and Library Board Member Election Ballot must be RECEIVED by the School District, if by hand delivery, which includes the drop box at district office, no later than 5PM on June 9th, 2020 and must be RECEIVED, if by mail, at the office of the School District Clerk no later than 5PM on June 16th, 2020.

Continue to check the DP website for further updates.

Sincerely

Jim Cummings

For translations of this communication, click ENL Distance Learning.

Documents

• 2020-2021 Adopted Budget
• Instructions for Filling Out Your Ballot
• Budget Statement from Public Hearing (English)
• Budget Statement from Public Hearing (Spanish)
• Budget Booklet 2020-2021
• 2020-2021 Property Tax Report Card
• Budget Postcard
• Legal Notice
• Nominating Petition
• Candidate Expense Statement
• How to E-Notarize
• Budget Hearing Introduction - Feb. 26