Harmony DC Public Charter School
November 16, 2023 Community Newsletter
Quarterly Community Newsletter
We are excited to share our quarterly community newsletter!
We hope this will provide a window into what's happening within our community and keep you up to date with highlights from events, programs, and school celebrations.
This quarter has been rewarding in many ways, and we are excited to share some great news with our community.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Harmony School of Excellence-DC is to prepare students for higher learning in a safe, caring, and collaborative atmosphere through a quality learner-centered educational program with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Celebrating Our Outstanding State Assessment Results!
Please click here for a detailed test report.
Please click here for the Test Results Letter to Harmony DC Families.
Dear Community Members,
I am thrilled to share some incredible news with all of you. The results of this year's state tests are in, and I am overjoyed to announce that we have achieved remarkable success! Our staff, students, and parents' dedication, hard work, and commitment have truly paid off, and I couldn't be prouder of what we've accomplished together. Our students' outstanding performance on these state tests is a testament to the unwavering support and guidance they receive every day from our talented educators and staff. It reflects the countless hours of preparation, the innovative teaching methods, and the nurturing environment that we have all worked diligently to create.
I am immensely proud to announce that we have not only reclaimed the ground lost during the COVID-19 pandemic, but we have also soared higher than ever before. Here are some remarkable highlights from this year's state test results:
21.15% of our students achieved proficiency (Level 4+) in Mathematics, surpassing our pre-
COVID levels by 5 percentage points!
17.30% of our students achieved proficiency (Level 4+) in English Language Arts (ELA) Test,
surpassing our pre-COVID levels by 3 percentage points!
However, let's acknowledge that even as we celebrate, there is more to be done. Our journey towards educational excellence is ongoing, and our commitment to continuous improvement remains unwavering.
I would like to extend my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you, our teachers, staff, students, and parents. Your hard work, dedication, and belief in our shared mission are what make Harmony DC PCS the exceptional place it is.
Once again, congratulations on these outstanding results. Thank you for being an integral part of the Harmony DC PCS Family.
Warm regards,
Mustang Pride
Perseverance
Reliability
Integrity
Determination
Empathy
PBIS Celebration
All scholars played several games and enjoyed ice cream with great toppings today at our October PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) Celebration.
Students also participated in a SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) activity on "Growth Mindset" in the classroom.
Home Visit
Home Visits help teachers establish trusting relationships with students and families.
The Virtual Home Visit Program is a proactive, intentional re-engagement of families.
Our teachers visited 26% of our families as of November 3rd!
CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
Harmony DC PCS celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month. September 15th to October 15th marks Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich culture, history, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities in the United States. At Harmony, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where every heritage is respected and celebrated.
Our students are learning about different cultures by reading books, making research, using art, and making music.
EXCITING NEWS: HARMONY DC PCS PURSUING SCHOOL OF CHARACTER STATUS!
Our dedicated committee, along with the entire school community, will be working tirelessly to showcase the outstanding work Harmony has done and how it aligns with character.org's 11 Principles Framework for Schools. We believe that character education is a vital part of our mission, and we're excited to embark on this journey together.
Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to get involved as we work towards this prestigious recognition. Your support and involvement are key to our success!
Thank you for being part of the Harmony DC PCS family.
SPIRIT WEEK - OCTOBER 2 - 6
COX FARMS FIELD TRIPS
Our scholars had a fantastic time at Cox Farms!
1ST GRADE BUILDING MUSEUM TRIP
Parent Breakfast
Character Day!
Character Day was held on Monday, October 30th, 2023.
Scholastic Book Fair
We are excited to announce that we have a book fair coming up from November 13th to November 17th. Check out the links below to preview the selections at the fair, and set up your e-wallet.
E-wallets are a great way to have scholars be able to purchase books without carrying cash with them. The link to set up your e-wallets are included below.
Online shopping for the fair will run from November 13th-November 26th. The link can be found on our book fair homepage.
Here is the link to our homepage to our book fair.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/harmonydcpubliccharterschl
Check out our digital flier to preview selections at the fair.
https://bookfairsfiles.scholastic.com/homepages/flyer_TT_elem/flyer_TT_elem.html#p=1
Click this link to create a digital e-wallet for your scholar.
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/content/fairs/how-ewallet-works.html?fairId=5432904
Science Fair
It's SCIENCE FAIR TIME!
Kinder through 5th Grade Families,
Information regarding the science fair is being sent home. Please check your K-5 scholars' science bookbags for important information. Information will also be posted on Class Dojo.
Two items are being sent home:
1.) Science Fair Journal: This is where your scholar will write his/her information regarding their science fair projects. The journal will be submitted with each scholar's science fair board.
2. Science Fair Family Guide: This guide should help families navigate through the science fair project processes.
2022-23 School Year End Video
2023-2024 School Calendar
Please click the link for the 2023-24 school year calendar.
Harmony DC PCS 2023-2024 Activity Calendar
Harmony DC Public Charter School
Email: info@harmonydc.org
Website: www.harmonydc.org
Location: 62 T St NE, Washington, DC, USA
Phone: 202-529-7500
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarmonyDC/