Family Newsletter

Dear Hyde-Addison ES Families,

On July 19, 2024, the Hyde-Addison ES team will be hosting a virtual Q and A session for families new to Hyde-Addison ES. The link can be found below and on our website, https://hydeaddisondc.org/. This is different than our in-person Open House Sessions scheduled for August 1, 2024. Details can be found below, on the Back to School flyer.

As part of our continued data share out, I am pleased to provide some of the iReady Reading data from the 2023-2024 school year. The 2023-2024 school year was the first year the Hyde-Addison ES Kindergarten-5th grade students took the iReady Reading Benchmark assessment.

• 89% of Hyde-Addison ES Kindergarten-5th Grade students scored on or above grade level on iReady Reading, on the End of Year assessment (EOY). This was an increase from 46% on the Beginning of Year assessment (BOY).

• Only 1.55% of Kindergarten-5th Grade students scored well below grade level at EOY, a total of just 5 students.
• DCPS has emphasized the Economically Disadvantaged subgroup of students as a high priority. Only 2 students identified as Economically Disadvantaged scored well bellow grade level at EOY.

As always, please feel free to email hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov, with any school specific inquiries.

Kindest Regards,

Dr. Calvin Hooks, Principal

Hyde-Addison Elementary School

We are thrilled to announce and congratulate the following parents and guardians who have been elected to serve on the Local School Advisory Team (LSAT) for the 2024-2025 school year:

• Gi-Hyun An

• Charita Brent

• Kenneth Byrd

• Tom Quigley

• Netta Squires

Your dedication and commitment to our school community are greatly appreciated. We look forward to collaborating with you to uphold and advance high expectations and achievements for all students.

As a reminder, the first day of school for SY 24-25 is Monday, August 26 and the first day for Pre-K students is Thursday, August 29. The SY 24-25 calendar is available on the DCPS website.

When you receive the family newsletter by email on Fridays, as well as most other school-wide correspondence, you have the option to click and view the newsletter in a web browser. Viewing the newsletter in a web browser enables automatic translation into over 20 languages as well as provides the option for increased visibility with high-contrast settings and increased font sizes.

Family Newsletters will continue to be archived on the Hyde-Addison website (https://hydeaddisondc.org/home) throughout the year for your reference.

Attendance is a priority of DCPS and Hyde-Addison, as we know regular school attendance is integral to student success. Please find the DCPS calendar, linked here or at the dcps.dc.gov website, so that your family can plan events and vacations accordingly.

We would like all families to share some information with our team in advance so that we can get to know their strengths and learning needs. This information will be given to your child's classroom teacher in advance of the first day of school so that they can support their transition. Fill out this short form!

Back to School dates have been announced! On August 1, after each of the Open Houses, we will partner with the PTA to host a playdate where families and students can get to know one another. AP Payton will also be available to informally connect with families and students, at this time.

If you need help or have questions, email: ch002523@discoverchampions.com

To enroll your child in Champions aftercare for SY24-25:

1. Create a parent portal [STEP 1]

   a. Your parent portal will give you access to billing, scheduling and many more things that will assist you.

   Link: https://connect.klcschoolpartnerships.com/

   
   

2. Fill out the attached Enrollment Packets [STEP 2]

1. Ensure to have your REQUESTED SCHEDULE completed.

2. Ensure you fill out all 3 OSSE forms.

3. Ensure you fill out a separate form for each of your students.

4. Ensure there is contact information for primary and secondary payer (email and number).

5. Ensure you are putting your child/children grade on the enrollment form.

6. When finished please email a copy to CH002523@DISCOVERCHAMPIONS.COM.

We look forward to offering a wide range of enrichment programs to the Hyde-Addison student community starting the 2024-2025 academic year. In this document, you will find:

1. A table of the Fall 1 enrichment schedule, including prices and class dates
2. A table of the Fall 2 enrichment schedule, including prices and class dates
3. A link to our website here to view the descriptions of each enrichment program.
4. For answers to frequently asked questions and program policies in our Active Play Enrichment Program Handbook, linked here.

Registration opened on Friday, June 14 at 12pm and will be on a first-come first-serve basis. You must use the two distinct registration links on the website to register for both Fall(1) and Fall(2). If you do not yet have a TeamSnap account, you will be prompted to create one upon clicking on the registration link once it goes live on 6/14. Once your account is created, you will be asked to enter student information (student name, homeroom, allergies, etc) prior to being able to register for the class. Payment will be required to finalize registration.

If you have any questions, please email HydeEnrichment@ActivePlayllc.com

Thank you,

Active Play Team

Little big leaguers will love Family Fun Days with the Nationals. Kids can run wild in the Nationals Park Kids Zone, or during Kids Run the Bases after every Sunday game. Kids can watch batting practice from the field, meet the Racing Presidents, and get a free First Game Certificate. Plus, don’t miss story time sessions on select Sundays, where kids can listen to Nationals players read baseball-themed stories before the game. For more details, click here.

As the summer months approach, we're thrilled to announce our exciting lineup of summer programming tailored for elementary and young adult students! At Words Beats & Life, we understand the importance of keeping young minds engaged and active during the break, and we've designed a range of enriching activities and educational opportunities to make this summer one to remember.

Here's a sneak peek at what we have in store:

Program Dates: July 1st - August 9th, 2024

1. Guest Speakers: Learn from inspiring guest speakers who share their expertise and insights on various topics to enhance learning experiences.

2. Field Trips: Embark on exciting field trips to museums, parks, and other educational destinations to broaden horizons and inspire curiosity.

3. Creative Economy Career Fair: Explore future career opportunities in the creative economy through our career fair, where students can connect with professionals and gain insights into various creative industries.

4. Arts Discipline Classes: From painting and graffiti to poetry and music, our creative arts programs encourage self-expression and creativity while honing artistic skills.

5. Leadership and Entrepreneurship Training: Designed for young adults, our leadership and entrepreneurship classes equip students with valuable skills such as communication, networking, marketing, and goal setting, preparing them for success in a career in the arts and beyond.

These are just a few highlights of what's in store for the summer ahead. Whether your child is interested in break dancing, graffiti, beat production, or leadership development, we have something for everyone.

Registration for our summer programs is now open, and spaces fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot soon! Students 3rd grade to 22 can register online here or on our website here.

For more information about specific programs, schedules, and registration details, please contact us directly at donney@wblinc.org or tamika@wblinc.org.

We look forward to welcoming your child to an exciting and enriching summer experience at Words Beats & Life!

Please click here to cast your vote for which parent/family representatives will serve on the LSAT for SY24-25. More details about what the LSAT is will be available when you click on the link.

Purchase a School Supply Kit! Each kit contains (almost) all of the items on the school’s supply list for a particular grade and will be delivered directly to your child’s classroom prior to the start of the school year, saving you time and money! In turn, the proceeds will be passed onto the school to purchase other items not fully covered by the DCPS budget like curriculum materials. Visit https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/6f4kovu3wlka to learn more and purchase kits for your child(ren). If your family is in need of assistance purchasing school supplies for your child, please email hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov to share your child's name and the grade level they will be in so we can ensure every child has equitable access to materials.

The PTA Executive Board would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to retiring Board members Charlette Woodard (President), Sara Macauley (Co-Treasurer), Ryan Clark (Co-Treasurer) and Marina Mancinelli (VP for Aftercare and Enrichment) for their service to the PTA and to Hyde-Addison. A special thanks to Charlette and Sara who have been long serving members of the Board. We welcome Chris Borales (Co-VP of Fundraising), Emerald Christopher (VP of Aftercare and Enrichment), Skyler Fordjour (Co-VP of Events), Gelila Getaneh (Secretary), Yvette Kane (Treasurer), and Clementine Thierry (Co-VP of Communications) and look forward to your partnership on the Executive Board!

If you're new to Hyde or haven't already, download Konstella, a virtual platform for Hyde-Addison families. It’s our way of creating a virtual directory so you can connect with other families, including those in your child(ren)’s class(es) once school starts, ask for recommendations, volunteer for one time activities or on an ongoing basis, and keep up to date on events and activities happening at school! We also have social groups for each grade level in addition to each DC ward. Click here for more info including how to join Konstella.

Speaking of next school year, we want to hear from you about what you would like to see from the PTA in the 2024-2025 school year! We hope you'll take a few minutes to share your thoughts via our parent engagement survey: https://forms.gle/zBmjdy8vbTeLxaZ79. As always if you have suggestions for events or activities, if you'd like to get more involved, please don't hesitate to reach out via Konstella or email us at pta.hydeaddison@gmail.com.

Please be reminded to email hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov to inform the team of your child's absence, in order for it to be excused. If your child has a communicable illness, like strep throat, RSV, pink eye, or lice, please also include that information.

School ends at 3:25pm and students are late being picked up after 3:30pm. Please be reminded that early dismissal ends at 2:50pm and we must clear the field for aftercare students to use.

July 19: New to Hyde Family Q&A (Virtual)
August 1: Open Houses and Play Dates (In-Person)
August 20: Class Assignments are Released
August 21: Teacher Introductions (By Email)
August 23: Sneak Peek
August 26: First Day of School for K-5
August 29: First Day of School for PreK3 and PreK4
September 5: Back to School Night @ 5:30pm

For copies of previous Hyde-Addison ES newsletters, please visit the Hyde-Addison ES website at https://hydeaddisondc.org/updates2233

Email: hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov
Website: https://www.hydeaddisondc.org
Location: 3219 O St NW, Washington, DC 20007
Phone: 202-282-0170
Facebook: facebook.com/hydeaddison/
Twitter: @HydeAddisonES