SHMS Family Newsletter

Greetings SHMS Community!

This week may be short at Stuart-Hobson with students in school Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, but we have two important events. First, we are excited to welcome families to our first of two Parent-Teacher Conferences sessions for this term on Tuesday, October 8, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. If your student is not yet succeeding across the board there is still time for you to schedule a meeting with their teachers for the October 8th and/or 16th parent-teacher conferences. Families have the choice of joining conferences in-person at Stuart-Hobson or via a virtual meeting link that will be shared before the upcoming conference dates. On Tuesday, families who are participating in in-person conferences will enter through the main entrance at 410 E Street NE, where members of the leadership team will handle check-in and direct them to their conferences. Leadership team members will also be available to answer questions and provide support as needed throughout the evening.

For families participating virtually, notifications have been sent to access the conference meetings. Families needing support with online access should reach out to the main office at stuart-hobsonms@k12.dc.gov or at 202-671-6010.

Second, we are holding our first school-wide attendance incentive event on Wednesday. Stuart-Hobson students have done an outstanding job of showing up each day ready to engage, with over 340 students maintaining a 95% or higher in-seat attendance rate so far this year! Our attendance team continues to send daily emails to families of students with one or more unexcused absences to ensure data accuracy. We appreciate our families' strong engagement in these communications, which has allowed us to update attendance records and identify gaps in our data procedures.

Stuart-Hobson offers multiple attendance incentives throughout the school year, so if a student didn’t meet the criteria this time, they will have other opportunities to participate and be recognized for growth and excellence.

Remember, you can always contact the front office at 202-671-6010 or email me directly at eric.fraser@k12.dc.gov for any other questions or needs.

Warm regards,

Eric Fraser

Principal

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Weekly Calendar

Monday, 10/7

• Girls Volleyball, 10/7 at Johnson vs. Jefferson Academy, 5:30pm
  
  

Tuesday, 10/8

• Girls Soccer, Cardozo @ Cardozo, 4 p.m.
• Boys Soccer, Cardozo @ Cardozo, 5 p.m.
• Parent Teacher Conference Night - 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday, 10/9

• Walk and Roll to School Day - Ward 6 Event, 7:45 - 8:30 a.m.
• Field Trip: Girls in Aviation, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Hasta Luego Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration (pep assembly schedule), 2:40-3:30 p.m.

Thursday, 10/10

• SHMS Closed for Students (SHMS parent-teacher conferences are on October 8 and 16)

Friday, 10/11

• SHMS Closed for Students (Professional Development Day for Teachers & Staff)

Upcoming Dates

October 14, Indigenous Peoples Day observed, schools closed

October 16, Parent-Teacher Conferences (2 of 2), 4:00-7:00 PM (sign-up here)

October 17, Building Community in a Multi-Racial School (PTA sponsored dialogue & discussion), Watkins ES, 6:30-8:00 PM (doors at 6:00)

October 28-November 1, Fall Spirit Week

November 1, Picture Day!

November 4, End of Term 1 Records-Keeping and Professional Development Day, no school for students

November 5, Election Day, no school for students or teachers

November 11, Veterans Day observed, schools closed

Mr. BJ Simmons, our talented music and band director, was recently featured in the Washington City Paper for his impressive musical journey and contributions to the D.C. jazz scene. Known for his versatility across genres, Simmons has played alongside notable artists like Andre Agassi, Wale, and Harvey Mason, yet he remains deeply committed to his work as an educator at Stuart-Hobson Middle School.

Despite his international success, including performances in Bahrain and work as a producer in Los Angeles, Simmons continues to focus on sharing his love for music with students. His recent re-release of two jazz albums, Acronyms and We Wear the Mask, underscores his commitment to musical excellence. We are truly fortunate to have a musician of his caliber guiding our students, inspiring them through his diverse experiences and passion for jazz

Hello 7th and 8th grade families! Ms. Wilson and Ms. Schimmerling, Stuart-Hobson's School Counselors, are excited to introduce National Junior Honor Society for this school year. National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is an organization that recognizes middle school students who excel in scholarship, character, citizenship, leadership and service. Stuart-Hobson students who are eligible must be current 7th or 8th graders, and have a 3.5 GPA (based on final grades) for the prior school year (SY2023-2024). Applicants must complete the required application, and must demonstrate leadership skills, good character, and excellent school citizenship.

This years' application will open on October 21, 2024 and will be due on or before November 18, 2024. The link for this application is forthcoming.

We will be hosting two interest meetings for families, both during Parent-Teacher Conferences.

October 8, 2024: 6-7pm (in-person at SHMS)

October 16, 2024: 6-7pm - virtual - link: https://bit.ly/StuartHobsonNJHS

Please reach out to Ms. Schimmerling (jessica.schimmerling@k12.dc.gov) or Ms. Wilson (alexis.wilson@k12.dc.gov) with any questions.

Girls’ Soccer Schedule:

Coaches Contact Info: molly.smith@k12.dc.gov

Practices are from 3:45 PM until 5 PM @ Stuart-Hobson Field

9/12*, 9/18**, 9/24, 10/3, 10/10, 10/15, 10/24

*may need to relocate to Stanton Park if boys game is still on

**Wednesday practice since there are 2 games this week (all other practices are on Tuesday/Thursday)

Game Schedule (All games start at 4pm)

10/8 vs. Cardozo @ Cardozo

10/17 vs. Ida B. Wells @ Stuart-Hobson

10/22 vs. Deal @ Deal

10/29 vs. Hardy @ Stuart-Hobson

Stuart Hobson MS Boys Soccer Schedule:

Coaches Contact Information: max.lempert2@k12.dc.gov

Games begin at 5pm

Practice 3:45-5pm

October 2024

Monday, 10-7: Practice

Tuesday, 10-8: Away Game vs Cardozo

Thursday, 10-10: Practice

Monday, 10-14: Practice

Tuesday, 10-15: Game vs Kelly Miller HOME

Thursday, 10-17: Game vs Cardozo HOME

Monday, 10-21: Practice

Tuesday, 10-22: Away Game vs Deal

Thursday, 10-24: Practice

Monday, 10-28: Practice

Tuesday, 10-29: Game vs Hardy HOME

2024 Archery Home/Practice Tournament Schedule

Practice Time: 3:30-5pm

Coaches Contact Information: maalston0563@gmail.com

Practice for third tournament (10/15 Away) will be on: 9/30,10/7, 10/9, 10/11

Practice for this tournament will be held on: 10/14,10/18

Tuesday 10/22/2024 4:00 pm @ Stuart-Hobson

Practice for this tournament will be held on: 10/25

Tuesday 10/29/2024 4:00 pm @ Stuart-Hobson

Practice for final two tournaments (11/7, 11/12 Away) will be held on: 10/31, 11/5, 11/11

Stuart-Hobson MS Cross Country Schedule

Coaches Contact Information:

Latavia.drakeford-allen@k12.dc.gov

Kwari.harvey@k12.dc.gov

David.taylor@k12.dc.gov

Practice Schedule 3:30-4:30 p.m.

9/16, 9/17, 9/25, 9/26, 9/30, 10/7, 10/15, 10/16, 10/17

Meet Schedule

Times: TBD

Location: Colmar Manor Park

10/2

10/19

Stuart Hobson MS Volleyball Schedule

Coaches Contact Information

Linda.green@k12.dc.gov

Rondorseyjr@gmail.com

Practice Schedule 4:30-6pm

9/13, 9/17, 9/19, 9/27, 10/1, 10/3, 10/4, 10/10, 10/15, 10/17

Game Schedule

9/30 5:30pm Away vs. Deal MS

10/2 5:30pm vs. Kelly Miller HOME

10/7 5:30pm Away at Johnson vs. Jefferson Academy

10/16 6:30pm vs. Brookland MS HOME

10/18 5:30pm Away at Deal vs. Oyster Adams

10/21 5:30 Away at Johnson vs. Kramer MS

The 2024-2025 Athletics’ Participation packet has been released. All students must complete a participation packet every school year. Additionally, the medical forms must be completed within the prior 365 days. We encourage you to have your healthcare provider complete these forms before the school year and attach them to your participation packet. If your student’s UHC has been updated recently, you are encouraged to complete the participation packet as soon as possible.

English Participation Packet

Spanish Participation Packet

Universal Health Certificate (UHC).

Students with certain medical conditions may also need to complete an Asthma Action Plan or an Anaphylaxis Action Plan

Please note that it is not necessary to submit a new participation packet for each season. A complete packet includes the DCIAA forms filled out in their entirety along with a Universal Health Certificate that was completed within the last year. ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BEFORE PARTICIPATION.

SHMS Athletics is seeking to hire coaches for the following teams. Professional and coaching résumés can be sent directly to Coach Drakeford.

Coaching Openings:

Indoor Track (Winter), and Track and Field (Spring), Head and Assistant Coaches

Please direct any questions about athletics to our Athletic Director, Coach Drakeford, latavia.drakeford-allen@k12.dc.gov.

Below please find food service menus for breakfast and lunch for this week!

Our first SHMS Debate Interest meeting had nearly 80 kids wanting to participate in the first tournament of the season!

In order to make that happen, we need parents and community members to help volunteer as judges. No prior debate experience is needed as we will provide training!

Here are the details:

DATE: October 12th (Saturday)

WHERE: Cap City Public Charter School

100 Peabody St. NW

TIME: 8am - 5:30pm

Could do a morning or afternoon shift

Breakfast, lunch, and coffee provided

Please email Mr. Plaisted at kip.plaisted@k12.dc.gov for more information.

Do you have questions about mental health and behavioral health services at Stuart-Hobson? Would you like to talk to one of the counseling staff about support services for your student? Submit a request via https://bit.ly/referralSHMS or contact SHMS Social Worker Bernadette Wittschen at bernadette.wittschen@k12.dc.gov.

The 2024 Renovators House Tour will be held on Sunday, October 20, from 12:00 to 5:00 PM. All proceeds benefit the Capitol Hill Cluster School, a public school in Washington, D.C. This event began in 2001 when three Capitol Hill mothers, looking for a way to support their children’s public school, came up with the idea of showcasing renovated homes in their historic neighborhood. Their goal was to highlight stories of transformation and change, and since its inception, more than 4,500 people have participated in the tour, raising over $200,000 for the school. These funds have supported essential initiatives, from new classroom technology to arts programs.

Each year, generous homeowners in the community open their doors, sharing their unique renovation stories. The tour never repeats the same renovation, offering fresh inspiration and ideas for those considering their own home projects. It’s also a wonderful way to spend a Sunday exploring Capitol Hill, enjoying beautifully transformed homes, and supporting a local public school’s growth.

Visit https://www.renovatorstour.org/about for more information and to purchase tickets.

**The information below is new or an updated version of something announced previously! **

You can find previously released newsletters and information here.

Email: stuart-hobsonms@k12.dc.gov
Website: www.stuart-hobson.org
Location: 410 E Street Northeast, Washington, DC, USA
Phone: 202-671-6010
Twitter: @StuartHobsonMS

Important Links

Aspen DCPS Student and Family Login

Attendance Excuse Template

Capitol Hill Cluster Website

DCPS School Calendar SY24-25

DCPS School Mental Health Resources
Stuart-Hobson Special Education and 504 Plans

Stuart-Hobson Communications Plan - SY2024-25
Stuart-Hobson Uniform Policy

Stuart-Hobson Food Service Breakfast-Lunch-Supper Menus
Stuart-Hobson Behavior Expectation Matrices
Stuart-Hobson Student and Family Handbook