Skip to main content

Homepage

Happy Father's Day text on a blue background with a diamond pattern.
A blue and colorful graphic with the words 'Hello Summer'.
A surfboard stands on a sandy beach with the ocean in the background.
An abstract graphic with a fruit-like design and text.
A promotional image with text and illustrations, likely for an event.

Discover the advantage of an “A”-rated district! Orange County Public Schools Magnet Programs offer innovative, hands-on learning in specialized fields—and students from any county are encouraged to apply. Give your child exciting opportunities to grow, explore, and succeed with an OCPS Magnet Program!

Click here to learn more!
Image promoting VPK and Kindergarten registration, featuring two children.
A promotional graphic with text and stylized figures.
A promotional image for Scholastic Academies, featuring a group of people.

Unlock your child’s potential with an OCPS Scholastic Academy! These innovative programs offer enriched, academically focused learning designed to challenge, inspire, and accelerate student achievement. Families from any county are encouraged to apply and take advantage of the opportunities available in our “A”-rated district. Give your child a strong foundation for future success with an OCPS Scholastic Academy!

Click here to learn more!
A family looks at a smartphone, with colorful icons floating above it.

What is ParentSquare?

ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

Click here to learn more!
A family of four smiles for a photo, with the words Community Connect visible in the foreground.

Need to Locate Resources? You can search for free or reduced cost programs such as food, housing, mental health, education programs, and other social services provided directly by Community Based Organizations.

Click here to learn more!
Hands typing on a laptop keyboard, close-up view.

OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form

ParentSquare

Parent Portal

SchoolCash

Menus (MealViewer)

Volunteers

FortifyFL

Enrollment

Find My Bus

Code of Student Conduct

Parent Academy

Mental Health Resources

Careers

Advertisement

CUSTOM AD CODE.
DO NOT EDIT OR DELETE

Latest News

Stay up to date on the latest news, events and more with the ParentSquare app!

Upcoming Events

Accessibility View of Full-Page Calendar

View the full calendar to see all events happening in the next few weeks and months!

View Full Calendar

School Profile

Deerwood Elementary School Building

Vision: Every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future.

Mission: Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.

Address: 1356 S Econlockhatchee Trail

Phone: 407-249-6320

Principal: Bill Charlton

Mascot: Eagles

Colors: Red & Blue

School Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Grades: Pre-Kindergarten ESE – Grade 5

Principal’s Message

Deerwood Elementary School PrincipalWelcome to Deerwood Elementary!

At Deerwood, we believe every child is capable of high achievement and greatness. Our dedicated staff works each day to create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We are proud to partner with families and the community to support our students' success.  We are all truly part of the same Deerwood Eagle’s “nest.”

As principal, I am honored to lead a school filled with passionate educators, curious learners, and a strong sense of community. Together, we will work hard to build resilience, inspire excellence and foster a love of learning in every child.  

Let’s make this school year the best one yet!

Warm regards,

William A. Charlton
Principal