Family Newsletter

Dear Hyde-Addison ES Families,

Happy Spring Break! Please be reminded that DCPS students do not have school on April 14-18, 2025.

Thank you to all of the families who have completed the student re-enrollment process for the 2025-2026 school year. Early re-enrollment directly supports smaller class sizes. Please review this enrollment communication for support or find additional information in this newsletter.

Current Re-Enrollment Rate: 36%

April Re-Enrollment Goal: 60%

Rising 3rd grade student re-enrollment is leading the way! (Current 2nd grade)

Rising 2nd grade student re-enrollment needs the most support. (Current 1st grade)

*There will not be a Family Newsletter next Friday, unless there are pertinent updates to share.

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

Please find attached a message from DC Public Schools Chancellor Dr. Lewis D. Ferebee regarding changes to sibling phase-in policies for students enrolling in 9th grade in School Year 2026-2027 and later.

Please remember that our school is nut-free. When packing lunches and snacks, be sure to avoid any items containing peanuts, tree nuts, or nut-based products.

Thank you for your continued support in keeping our school a safe space for everyone!

Just a friendly reminder: If you choose to drop your child off along Wisconsin Avenue in the morning, please be aware that there is no crossing guard at the Wisconsin Avenue and O Street crosswalk. This may pose a safety risk for students crossing without adult supervision.

Hyde Families,

The registration for our final "summer" enrichment season is open! This season, we’re offering a range of exciting new programs including French, Jeopardy Club, and Robotics. To assist with your planning, you can explore the full catalog, detailed course descriptions, and the registration link directly on our website here: https://www.activeplayllc.com/hydeaddisonenrichment.

Key Dates & Information:

• Cancellation Notices: Parents will be notified of any class cancellations by April 13th.
• Registration Closes: Thursday, April 17th

If you have any questions, need assistance with registration, or have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help! Thank you and we look forward to having your child join us this summer!

Sincerely,

Active Play

The Chancellor’s Parent Advisory Board application for School Year 2025-26 launched on Monday, April 7. The Parent Advisory Board provides a monthly space for families to engage directly with Chancellor Ferebee and DCPS leadership, offer feedback, and learn about key initiatives.

Families can apply here by Monday, May 5, at 11:59 p.m. Applications are available in English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Amharic.

Bottles, Jars, and a Whole Lot of Fun!

Hey, Hyde Addison families! We need your help stocking up for Tombola—the most thrilling game at our Havana Nights Gala! Think of it as bingo’s cooler, spicier cousin: You buy a raffle ticket, you get a number, and if it matches a winning number, you win a prize!

But here’s the deal—we need bottles and jars of all price ranges to make this game extra special. Various beverages, fancy olive oil, sauces, honey, jam… If it comes in a bottle or jar, and isn’t your child’s glitter slime experiment, we’ll take it!

Drop-off in PTA box at the main office or if it's "other beverages" please email tami.twymanpta@gmail.com

Let’s make this game shine brighter than a salsa dancer’s sequins!

Bid Big, Win Big: One-of-a-Kind Experiences Await

This year’s Hyde Addison Gala live auction is offering unforgettable experiences—because let’s be honest, no one remembers that random stuffed animal their kid begged for at the store, but they WILL remember these:

• Seven Days in Dewey Beach, DE – Sun, sand, and relaxation, all while pretending you’re an influencer living the coastal dream. Weeks available this Fall and Spring 2026. A $3,000 value experience.

• Seven Days in Deep Creek, MD – Whether you're carving down snowy slopes in winter or cruising the lake in summer, Deep Creek delivers year-round adventure. Bring your skis or your boat, or just sit back and enjoy the view. A $4,900 value experience.

• L’Enfant Gallery Private Art Tour for Four – A VIP art tour with snacks and drinks, because great paintings deserve deep thoughts and delicious snacks. A $500 value experience.

• Bourbon Tasting and Mezeh Dinner for Up to Ten People –Bring nine friends, act like you know a lot about bourbon, and enjoy a Mediterranean feast. A $750 value experience.

• Dentist for a Day – Ever wanted to wield a dental tool (with supervision, of course)? Step behind the scenes and get a peek into the world of dentistry. A rare chance to say, "Open wide!" without getting strange looks. Value: Priceless!

  
  

At the end of the day, every bid helps our kids. All funds raised go directly to supporting students, ensuring they have access to the resources, opportunities, and enrichment programs that make a difference. So bid generously, make memories, and know you're giving back in the best way possible.

Visit the bulletin board in the main hallway to read excerpts from Hyde-Addison poets. Click here National Poetry Month Presentation to learn more about poetry.

We want to ensure all families can access the Aspen Parent Portal. Please take a moment to confirm your access by following the steps below.

How to Log On

Your initial log-in information for the Parent Portal will come via email. If you haven’t received your username and password, please email hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov to make sure that we have your correct email address and have granted you Parent Portal access in the system.

User Guides

• Aspen Parent Portal Guide (English)
• Aspen Parent Portal FAQ (English and Spanish)

Instructional Videos

These instructional videos will guide you through the ins and outs of the Aspen Parent Portal.

• Parent University: Aspen Parent Portal
• How to Log on and Navigate Parent Portal

We understand that for various reasons, not all students will re-enroll for Hyde-Addison ES next year. Our aim is always to be supportive of families as they make the best choice for their child and family, and to support with any transitions. If your child is not coming back next year, please fill out this short form to let us know! We will also use this information to remove you from the regular reminders to re-enroll.

As we approach DC CAPE testing, we want to emphasize the importance of your child being present and on time each day. Please take note of the scheduled testing dates below:

ELA/MATH (Grades 3, 4, & 5): April 29 - May 6
Make-Up Exams: April 29 - May 16 (as needed)

To support your child’s success, please ensure they get plenty of rest, arrive on time, and are prepared to do their best. Thank you in advance for your support!

Morning Tours of Hardy Middle School Available-

Are you interested in learning more about Hardy Middle School, touring the school and speaking with our administrative team? Please contact Ms. Wilson (Jacqueline.Wilson3@k12.dc.gov) in the front office about scheduling a morning tour.

Hardy's Math and ELA Summer Assignments for incoming 6th graders:

Hardy's rising 6th grade students will need to complete Summer Math and ELA reading assignments prior to the start of the school year. The summer ELA Reading assignments have been posted. Please note that rising 6th grade Math assignments will be posted in May. All information on summer work can be found HERE.

Hardy Enrollment for SY 25/26 Opens March 28th

Enrollment for the new school year will begin on March 28th. Please consider enrolling your student/s by the end of April. The sooner you enroll, the earlier your child can choose their elective classes for next school year. More information can be found HERE

Consider joining the Hardy PTO

We would love to have you join us next school year. There are plenty of ways to contribute, for even the most time-constrained parents. The PTO is a critical resource for the teachers, staff, students and parents, and the more involvement we have, the better we can deliver on our mission. Check out our page on Hardy's website HERE and reach out to us at pto@hardymspto.org to learn more about what we do and how you can help!

Hardy Enrollment Event for Incoming Families April 26

Hardy will be hosting an enrollment event to support families with the DCPS application process on April 26th from 9am-12pm at the school. Our staff will also host a building tour for families who are interested. More information on enrollment can be found HERE

Hardy's Summer Bridge Program for Incoming Hardy 6th graders:

Mark your calendars, this year's Summer Bridge program for incoming 6th graders will occur August 5-7th. More details will be shared later this spring on Hardy's website HERE. We look forward to welcoming our new Hardy Hawks!

Save the Date: Hardy's 5K- May 17th @ Fletchers Cove- All are welcome

We would love for you and your family to come out and run/walk with our Hardy Hawks. More information will be posted on the Hardy website soon.

Sign up to receive Hardy's Squawk PTO Newsletter

The "Hardy Squawk" is a bi-weekly email newsletter from the Hardy PTO. It is a great resource for families and we recommend that you sign up so you can receive information on PTO/school and community events throughout the school year. Click HERE today.

“The 2024 DC School Report Card is built on OSSE’s amended ESSA State Plan, which increases the school accountability system’s emphasis on student growth and marginalized student groups. OSSE has calculated a summative score for each school, as required by USED and the District’s ESSA State Plan. To determine a school’s summative score, OSSE calculates metric scores for each student group, combines student group scores into single metric scores, and then calculates the school-level summative score (up to 100 points). The student groups included are students with disabilities, students who are economically disadvantaged, English learners, and racial/ethnic groups.”

Data points include Academic Achievement, Academic Growth, Student Attendance, Early Childhood Environment, English Language “Proficiency”, and Enrollment.

Based on the Office of the State Superintendent of Education's DC School Report Card Accountability Scores (2024)…

Hyde-Addison ES was ranked #1 for all DCPS Elementary Schools.

Hyde-Addison ES was ranked #1 for all DCPS Elementary, Middle and High Schools.

Hyde-Addison ES was ranked #1 for all DCPS and Public Charter Schools in Washington, DC.

You can read more about how OSSE calculates summative scores at OSSE Data Discovery.

Welcome to "Hyde & Shine"—a section of our family newsletter dedicated to celebrating the amazing accomplishments of our students and the school moments that make them proud!

Students can share their accomplishments by dropping a note in the "Hyde & Shine" boxes located in the front office. There are two boxes: one for Pre-K–1st grade and another for 2nd–5th grade. We can’t wait to celebrate their shining moments! ✨

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.

Tomorrow’s Women in Science and Technology (TWIST), a student organization at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST), promotes STEM education through its annual flagship outreach event, Techstravaganza. We warmly invite your students to attend this exciting event!

Techstravaganza is a free, public, hands-on STEM activity fair for elementary and middle school students in Northern Virginia. In previous years, we've hosted more than 4,500 students and 70 labs presenting STEM activities. Our exhibitors range from TJHSST clubs and our own TWIST volunteers to organizations like NASA SCaN, Art of Problem Solving, George Mason University, American Society of Naval Engineers, and the National Air and Space Museum. This year, we will be holding the 21st annual Techstravaganza on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM at TJHSST.

Admission is free, food will be for sale, and we hope that you can spread the word in your school. Here is our registration link: https://tinyurl.com/techstrav25, and attached are flyers in English and Spanish that can be used to advertise this event. We would appreciate you sharing this with families in a newsletter or your school's social media. Please let us know if translating the flyer into other languages will help.

More information about the event can be found on our website at tjpartnershipfund.org/techstravaganza/. Thank you so much, and please let us know if you have any questions!

Girls in Gear, a nonprofit, volunteer-led program that teaches confidence-building through bike riding for girls 5+. Our no-questions-asked scholarship policy (which includes bikes and helmets) means that everyone can ride with us. Please see the flyer for additional information.

On behalf of Coach Ty Grace, we are excited to invite young athletes ages 6-13 to the Ty Grace Kids Basketball Day Camp at Howard University’s Burr Gymnasium! This camp offers a fun, engaging, and instructional environment where children can learn basketball fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

🏀 Kids Day Camp Details

📅 Dates: June 16-20, 2025
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 4 PM (Check-in: 8:30 AM)
📍 Location: Howard University - Burr Gymnasium
👧👦 Ages Welcome: 6-13 years (Boys & Girls)
💰 Cost: $250

🔹 Before & After Care Available
🕗 8-9 AM & 4-5 PM – $10 per day

This camp is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to build basketball skills in a fun and structured environment with experienced coaches.

📢 REGISTER TODAY!

Visit tygraceeliteexperiencecamps.totalcamps.com to secure your child’s spot.

For additional questions, please contact:
📧 Brian Davis – brian.davis@howard.edu
📧 Margaree King-Richard – margaree.king-richa@howard.edu

We look forward to providing a fun and exciting basketball experience for your young athletes!

Camp Arena Stage is a multi-arts day camp located in Georgetown where community and art make magic. Campers, ages 8-15, choose their own schedules from a long list of activities in theater, music, visual arts, dance, filmmaking, and writing. Campers learn from professional artists and educators to explore, discover and create art.

Ages: 8-15 as of July 1, 2025

Dates:

3-Week Session: July 7 - July 25

Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: Georgetown Visitation

1524 35th Street NW

Washington, DC 20007

*Campers bring their lunch each day.

Details: arenastage.org/camp

Questions: Please email camp@arenastage.org

Full and partial scholarships available. Apply by March 21, 2023.

Parents’ Night Out; Muay Thai Class

Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025
Time: 12:30 PM
Where: Beta Academy, 1353 Florida Ave, NW
Tickets: $15 per adult

Each May the PTA holds elections for Executive Board members for the following school year. We encourage anyone interested in stepping up and joining our dynamic group of volunteers to reach out! All parents or guardians of a student currently enrolled in the school are eligible. A full list of offices and their descriptions can be found in the current bylaws here.

Please click here to complete the nominations form or email pta.hydeaddison@gmail.com by Sunday, April 27 if you'd like to nominate yourself or another parent/guardian for any of these roles! Elections will run online for approximately one week beginning on or around May 9.

Thank you to Active Play and Little Folks School for their Silver Sponsorship! Their support of our school means so much!

Thank you to Curiosity Stream for their Silver Sponsorship! Their support of our school means so much!

Thank you to Washington Center for Dentistry for their Silver Sponsorship! Their support of our school means so much!

Thank you to Palisades Dental Health for their Silver Sponsorship! Their support of our school means so much!

Are you interested in sponsorship opportunities? More info here!

🌟 Adventure Awaits This Summer! 🌟

Join our "Around the World" Summer Camp for endless fun!

Full language immersion in Spanish, French, or Mandarin

🎨 Exciting indoor activities & 🌳 plenty of outdoor adventures

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable summer! Join us for 1 week or all 8—designed for kids 18 months–6 years (varies by location).

Register here today to save your spot! 🌍

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.

If you haven’t already, we hope you’ll take a minute to update your Konstella settings and add your child(ren) to their classroom(s) in Konstella. Click the Gear icon to access your account settings, then go to “Your Children” to update. If you have any problems, please reach out to the PTA via Konstella or email pta.hydeaddison@gmail.com. More Konstella tips are in the attached flyer.

Konstella Overview Flyer

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.

All volunteers, including parents, must complete the DCPS Clearance process before volunteer services can be provided. Please send a proof of your completed clearance status to hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov.

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.

If your child needs to take medication or requires medical treatment during school hours, please have your medical provider complete the appropriate forms – there’s the Medication and Treatment Authorization Forms, the Asthma Action Plan and the Action Plan for Anaphylaxis. Please email forms to hyde.Addison@k12.dc.gov and ask them to be submitted to the nurse. We will confirm receipt.

If your child needs a dietary accommodation, your provider should also complete the Dietary Accommodations Form. Please submit the completed form to dietary.forms@k12.dc.gov and cc hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov.

Please notify the school every time your student is absent. Excuse notes must be emailed to hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov within 5 school days after the student’s return to school for the absence to be excused. (Classroom teachers cannot excuse absences.)

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.

https://dcps.dc.gov/page/meal-prices-and-payment

NEW! Visit dcps.nutrislice.com/ for interactive menu page including allergens and interactive nutrition information!

DCPS is pleased to announce the release of the SY 25-26 Feeder, Middle School, and High School Booklets. These comprehensive booklets provide essential information including school overviews, programming details, geographic and programmatic feeder patterns, and much more.

April 14-April 18: Spring Break / No School for Students or Teachers

May 26: Holiday for Students, Teachers, and Staff

June 18: Last Day of School for Students

LSAT Meetings: First Tuesday of every month @ 4pm

Equity and Anti-Racism Task Force Meetings: Last Friday of every month @ 4pm