
SHMS Family Newsletter
February 25, 2024
Principal's Message
Greetings Stuart-Hobson community,
Thank you again to our LSAT for assisting with the initial budget development process for fiscal year 2025 (FY '25) which concluded this week. We have been very busy at school with classes, trips, and National History Day and Science Fair projects wrapping up. This coming Friday marks the halfway point in the third term and next weekend we plan to launch sign-ups for parent-teacher conferences which will take place during the first two weeks of March.
We are excited to wrap up Black History Month this week with our annual celebration on Friday which will culminate a set of Spirit Week events. More information is below and here's to a productive and engaging week for everyone!
Warm regards,
Eric Fraser
Principal
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Calendars
Weekly Calendar & Upcoming Dates
Monday
- A great instructional day!
Tuesday
- A great instructional day!
Wednesday
- A great instructional day!
- A great instructional day!
Friday
- Black History Month Celebration, 2:00-3:30 PM
Upcoming Dates
- March 5, LSAT meeting (virtual), 6:30-8:00 PM
- March 7, Parent-Teacher Conferences, 4:00-7:00 PM
- March 12, Parent-Teacher Conferences, 4:00-7:00 PM
- March 14 & 15, No school for students
- March 22, Cluster Auction & Party
- May 19, Capitol Hill Classic 10K, 3K, & Fun Run
Athletics Schedule
Indoor track update from DCIAA: “There will NOT be another DCIAA Middle School Track Meet this season. Despite our efforts to secure a date and time, we were unable to host another meet for our Middle Schools. As you know we lost quite a few dates due to the remodeling of the PG Complex facility. The outdoor season is slated to begin on April 4th, and we hope that all of our DCIAA teams will be excited and ready to compete!” SHMS appreciates the efforts put forth by our indoor track athletes and coaches. We are disappointed that you did not have the opportunity to showcase your talents but look forward to all of your achievements during outdoor track in the spring.
The swim team will begin its season with a scrimmage at Woodson on Tuesday, February 13th, if swimming is of interest to you it is not too late to join the team.
Are you ready for some football? The interest meeting to be a part of the SHMS football team for the 2024-2025 season will be Wednesday, February 21st at 4 p.m.
The Panther cheerleading team will compete in the DCIAA Cheerleading Championship on Saturday, February 24th at Coolidge High School. Elementary performances will begin at 11 a.m., middle school performances begin at 12:30 p.m. (Stuart-Hobson is scheduled to perform at 1:08 p.m.), and high school performances will begin at around 1:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person (cash only). We hope to see you all there to support our cheerleaders in their final performance of the school year.
If you are interested in playing baseball or running outdoor track this spring, please keep an eye out for those interest meeting dates that will likely be in early March.
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.
Universal Health Certificate (UHC). Students with certain medical conditions may also need to complete an Asthma Action Plan or an Anaphylaxis Action Plan
*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 Ms. Swann:
Athletic Director
Please see below for team specific QR codes and sites and direct any questions about athletics to our new Athletic Director, Ms. Dreka Swann, dreka.swann@k12.dc.gov
DCPS Calendar & Meal Menus
Updated calendars for DCPS are available at this link.
All school meal menus can be found here and the middle and high school menus are here.
Shout Outs and Celebrations
Thank you to the Capitol Hill Cluster PTA for choosing to host their most recent meeting at Stuart-Hobson MS and for inviting our jazz ensemble to perform for the guests!
Congratulations to Coach Plaisted and the Debate team for sweeping up at the Nationals qualifying tournament this weekend!
New Information and Important Updates
Policy Reminder: Classroom & Facility Maintenance
Please support us in helping students uphold the school policies outlined below. This week, our student support team and administration will begin confiscating food and drink that students are sharing, distributing, and consuming outside of assigned locations and meal times (e.g. hallways, classrooms, offices, bathrooms). Families can help by keeping large bags of snacks, especially candy and chips, at home and teachers and staff will strictly supervise food that is shared and consumed outside of student lunch periods and the cafeteria. By refocusing on this policy together we believe we can maintain a cleaner and healthier school environment for everyone. As always, if your student needs any dietary accommodations or restrictions please reach out to the school nurse and/or a member of the administrative team. The policy from our handbook is copied and pasted below.
Students are encouraged to promote and help maintain the cleanliness and well-being of the classrooms and other spaces in the school. Trash cans and recycling bins are located throughout the building in classrooms, offices, and other communal spaces. Students are expected to dispose of trash properly, eat in assigned locations, and refrain from the long-term storage of food in lockers.
Students will eat only in designated areas in the school building, including the cafeteria. Students may NOT eat in classrooms, the gymnasium/field, teachers’ lounges, or other spaces without permission from an administrator. Further, students are not allowed to use microwaves, refrigerators, or vending machines which are intended solely for staff use. Students should not store food or drinks in their lockers overnight.
Sunflower seeds are NOT permitted anywhere on school grounds.
11th Annual Cluster Auction & Party - March 22nd!
The Cluster Auction and Party is happening Friday, March 22nd 2024!
Click Here to purchase your tickets
We are also accepting donations from families and friends! Below are some ideas-
- Hosting parties and want to sell tickets to a wonderful themed event
- Do you work at some place amazing and can auction off a tour or majestic swag?
- Do you have an astonishing skill or really cool hobby that you could auction off your skills or services?
- Do you own an Airbnb or vacation home and would be willing to auction off a weekend?
These are just a few ideas, we are open to them all! Click here to donate an item, service, and/or experience-
Stay tuned for updates and information on the party and all the amazing things up for auction - we hope you're able to join us!
Let’s get ready to Disco!
Stephanie Campbell & Mark Tratos
2024 Auction & Party Co-Chairs
Analyzing maps in geography!
Stuart-Hobson Panthers
6th Graders Speaking for Social Justice!
Previous Announcements & Resources
**The information below is new or an updated version of something announced previously! **
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You can find previously released newsletters and information here.
The most current version of the Student & Family Handbook is linked on our website.
After-School All-Stars Open Seats!
After-School All-Stars has space to accommodate about 20 new students in the second half of the school year. Registration for after-school programming with our partner After-School All-Stars is open for the current school year. Programming runs daily from 3:30-6:00 PM. Spots are filled on a first-come, first served basis and ASAS manages any waitlists and requests for technical support.
Please reach out to Mr. Evroy Marrett with any questions or requests at evroy.marrett@afterschoolallstars.org
RECRUITING STUART-HOBSON MS GRADE-LEVEL CAREGIVER LIAISONS
Are you new to the community and are finding it challenging to find the time and space to get to know the community? Are you looking to get to know other families at Stuart Hobson Middle School? Do you have questions for families with children in different grades about their experience? Help us, help you to build community at Stuart Hobson Middle School, and volunteer to be a Grade-Level Caregiver Liaison!
Join the Grade-Level Caregiver Liaison Program and help to develop connections and continue to create an inclusive environment at Stuart Hobson Middle School!
SIGN UP HERE: https://forms.gle/75oVMRmHb6FyYokMA
Thank you – The SHMS Grade-Level Caregiver Liaison Team
Free Color Printing at D.C. Public Library Branches
Many students are working on displays for their National History Day and Science Fair projects and may not have access to a color printer at home. With their D.C. One or public library card, they can print up to 20 pages per day in color or black and white at no cost at any branch of the D.C. Public Library.
Print jobs must be sent via email with only the word "PRINT" in the subject line. The email address for the public library closest to Stuart-Hobson is northeastlibrary@dc.gov. Here are the email addresses for all public library branches if students want to print at another location. That link also has additional info about remote printing services, including instructions on how to pick up a print job at the library.
One thing to note: the library prints all pages double-sided. If a student wants to print photos for display on a board, then they need to leave a blank page between each image.
Attendance Corner
Welcome to the Stuart-Hobson Middle School Attendance Corner. My name is Ms. Hargrove, and I am the Attendance Counselor for Stuart-Hobson. At the Attendance Corner, I will provide updates that are important for parents & guardians concerning attendance matters.
The X-Box Group is seeking donations of white dress shirts and ties of all sizes. Our goals are to educate our students on the proper dress for school/job interviews. If you would like to invest into a student’s future, please see Ms. Hargrove or Mr. Henderson in the main office. All donations are tax deductible.
Parents/Guardians, this is a friendly reminder about attendance notes. DCPS Policy states that a parent has 5 days to submit documentation for a student’s absence. You can submit handwritten, texted, or emailed documentation for a student’s absences to be excused. When submitted notes, please be sure to add your student’s first name and last name for the excused to be entered into ASPEN. ASPEN runs by last name first. If you have any questions concerning attendance, please be sure to contact me at Clara.Hargrove@k12.DC.GOV or 202-671-6010.
Upcoming Attendance Incentives
On Thursday, February 15, 2023 Perfect Attendance Freedom Tour-African American Civil War Memorial Museum, Lee’s Flower Shop and Ben’s Chili for Lunch. Student will visit the U Street area and celebration African American contributions to city.
Launching the Winter/Spring 2024 Parent University Calendar!
We are excited to bring families six amazing sessions to answer questions from how to enroll in DCPS to how to support children during key transitions. All sessions provide live access to education experts across the district and more! The sessions are always virtual and on Tuesday evenings. Families can register here to send questions in advance and request interpretation services, or they can just tune-in the day-of the event via this link.
Capital Commitment 2023-28 Launch
The current iteration of the DCPS strategic plan, known as The Capital Commitment: 2023 – 2028, was officially launched on Wednesday, January 17. This strategic plan is the culmination of many months of data analysis and engagement with stakeholders—including students, staff, and families. Through this process, key areas of focus emerged:
- ONE Equity Imperative: We will ground the success of this plan in our ability to serve students furthest from opportunity.
- TWO Commitments: We will advance student success by valuing our people and partnering with our community.
- THREE Strategic Priorities: We are committed to ensuring students are succeeding academically, connected to school, and prepared for what’s next.
Strengthening School Behavioral Health Survey
Student Surveys will be administered to students at SHMS the week of February 12, 2024. This survey will take no longer than 5-8 minutes to complete. If you have any questions or concerns please contact our School Behavioral Health Coordinator Ms. Bernadette Wittschen via email at Bernadette.wittschen@k12.dc.gov.
Seeking Volunteers: EdFest & Open House Events
We are seeking staff, student, and family volunteers to assist us during upcoming recruitment events. If you (or a student) are interested and available to assist with events and communication with prospective families during any of the events listed below, please complete this brief survey so we can keep in touch with you. Thanks!
Open House (in-person): Friday, November 3, 2:00-3:30 PM
EdFest (at Stadium Armory): Saturday, December 2, 10-2:00 PM
Open House (virtual): Wednesday, December 6, 6:00-7:30 PM
Open House (in-person): Tuesday, January 16, 6:00-7:30 PM
Open House (in-person): Tuesday, February 13, 6:00-7:30 PM
Open House (virtual): Friday, March 22, 9:00-10:30 AM
Please reach out to Principal Fraser with any questions. Thanks!
2024 NAEP Testing - 8th Grade
Stuart-Hobson MS's 8th grade students will participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. NAEP is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what students know and can do in various subjects. NAEP is administered by the National Center for Education Statistics, within the U.S. Department of Education. NAEP is different from our state assessments because it is a common measure of achievement across the country. The results are released as The Nation's Report Card, which provides information about student achievement to educators, parents/guardians, policymakers, and the public.
While the assessment is voluntary, NAEP depends on student participation to help policymakers improve education. However, if you do not want your child to participate, please notify AP Turner in writing by Friday, February 2, 2024. More details have been provided via email to 8th grade families. A copy of the parent letter is also attached to this newsletter.
Every Day Counts: Attendance Tips
Powerful learning happens every day, but students must be in class to maximize their growth.
DCPS is committed to promoting a culture of strong attendance, and you can help! Visit attendanceworks.org for more ways to show up together so every student can thrive. The following attendance tips can help:
Set a regular bedtime and morning routine;
Lay out clothes and backpacks the night before;
Create a back-up plan for commuting to school in the morning;
Avoid scheduling appointments and trips during school hours;
Reach out to your school for support with overcoming attendance barriers.
SY23-24 Impact Aid Survey
The SY23-24 Impact Aid Survey is available here. Annually, DCPS asks all families to complete the Impact Aid survey to generate additional federal funds for DCPS. The surveys will be fully electronic. All eligible applications received by Friday, December 22, will be submitted as part of the initial application. All DCPS families should complete one survey per child. December 22 is our initial deadline; families will have until April 30, 2024, to complete the survey.
Referral Form for Mental Health and Counseling Support at SHMS
Please fill this form out to refer a student for mental health, behavioral health, or MTSS services at Stuart-Hobson Middle School. Referrals are reviewed weekly and a counseling team member reach out to you.
If you need assistance with this form, please contact Ms. Molly Smith at molly.smith@k12.dc.gov.
For mental health or behavioral health emergencies, contact ChAMPS at 202-481-1440, the DBH Access Helpline at 1-888-7WE-HELP, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988, or call 911.
Sportsmanship at SHMS
While we were excited to kick-off the winter sports season last week and had our monthly pep assembly on Friday, we were also reminded of the need to work together to remind our students about the level of sportsmanship and positivity that we promote and project in our school community. On the whole, our experiences at recent sporting events and pep assemblies have been positive, however, we ask that everyone work to remind scholars of our expectations and why they are important to our reputation as individuals and a school community.
Below you will find some general expectations that we share with students at SHMS. More specifically, please remind students that the following behaviors are unacceptable at school events and during competitions with other schools, for competitors and spectators alike.
- Booing and jeering
- Taunting or antagonizing opposing players, fans, or staff/coaches
- Organizing disruptions or unsanctioned performances during scheduled events or competitions
During pep assemblies specifically, students are reminded that we all uphold the following expectations:
- Stay in your seat unless scheduled to perform or participate
- Do not cross the (base/side) line in front of assigned bleachers
- Remain in seats until prompted to leave/dismiss from the gym and walk out calmly
We remain confident that upholding these expectations will ensure that SHMS remains a place where students are known as scholar athletes and our community is one that is joyful and safe, even during intense competition. Thank you in advance for having conversations with our students about these expectations.
Parent/Guardian Requirement at SHMS Sporting Events
To maintain everyone's safety, maintain safe gym capacity, and align with other DCPS middle school's we maintain a policy that spectators under the age of 18, including SHMS students, must be accompanied by their parent/guardian. Unaccompanied students will not be allowed to attend indoor sporting events at SHMS or most other DCPS schools. Further, staff and other families cannot be responsible for supervising or escorting another student to any games/events.
Thank you all for adhering to this policy and helping us to maintain an environment that is safe and allows for an enjoyable experience for spectators and guests.
Attention Medicaid Beneficiaries!
Did you know all District residents who access healthcare services via DC Medicaid, Alliance, or the Immigrant Children’s Program must start renewing their health coverage again? Don’t miss out on important information- take time today to update your address, phone number, and email at districtdirect.dc.gov so the Department of Health Care Finance knows where to send your Medicaid renewal letter. If you need help, please call the Public Benefits Call Center at 202-727-5355.
¡Atención beneficiarios de Medicaid!
¿Sabía que todos los residentes del Distrito que acceden a los servicios de atención médica a través de DC Medicaid, Alliance o el Programa de Niños Inmigrantes (Immigrant Childrens’ Program) deben comenzar a renovar su cobertura de salud nuevamente? No se pierda información importante - tómese el tiempo hoy para actualizar su dirección, número de teléfono y correo electrónico en el sitio districtdirect.dc.gov para que el Departamento de finanzas de atención médica sepa a dónde enviar su carta de renovación de Medicaid. Si necesita ayuda, llame al Centro de llamadas de beneficios públicos al 202-727-5355.
Digital Citizenship & Online Safety Tips
While social media and technology offer students new opportunities, they can also amplify the typical stresses of growing up. Families can help their children develop strong digital citizenship skills and stay safe online by taking the steps below.
Make screen time social with young scholars by watching or playing together.
Talk with your student about the difference between personal and public information.
Together, explore the features on their devices and in their apps that can help them use technology more intentionally.
Visit the DCPS Digital Citizenship Family Portal for more tips!
Nurse's Corner
The flu season is upon us. As we brace ourselves for this weather, please remember to highly consider getting your students vaccinated for the flu. This should be done annually. There is also a spike in the new COVID-19 variant, and we need to actively listen to the news and monitor signs and symptoms.
Often, we misdiagnose ourselves based on how we feel but here is a simple guide to help us determine what we have based on the symptoms.
We are advising you to keep students home if they are displaying severe symptoms to avoid the spread of germs and illness in the school community.
After School Tutoring - Seats Available!
There is still space available for after school tutoring through our SYAA program. Please contact Counselor Williams directly tomicula.williams@k12.dc.gov. or use this link to register your scholar
Stay Connected: Internet Access
Looking for ways to pay for home internet? Families may be eligible to receive discounted, high-speed internet through the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Affordable Connectivity Program. Eligibility is based on household income or participation in government assistance programs like SNAP or WIC. Apply at getinternet.gov.
Title I Family Meeting & Annual School-Family-Scholar Compact Feedback
Thank you to the students and families who joined us for the Title I Family meeting breakouts during Back to School Night. As mentioned then, if you would like to propose any revisions to our annual "School-Family-Scholar Compact" before we finalize it next month please take a few moments to review the draft and share any feedback using this form.
We will host a second Title I Family meeting later this school year to update everyone on the impact of this year's funding and plans so we can begin planning for next school year together. Thanks again for joining us on Thursday and we look forward to any feedback you might have.
Spread the Word: Jobs at SHMS!
Our recruitment and hiring processes are underway for the positions listed below. Please share this list of opportunities with colleagues and acquaintances who would be a great fit for our school community. In addition to applying to the DCPS pool of applicants by following the links below, interested candidates can express their interest in an opportunity by emailing our hiring team and/or Principal Fraser.
Thanks everyone for spreading the word about these opportunities!
Reading Plus
Reading Plus is going strong!
Parents, all students are expected to be working on their Reading Plus lessons.
Consistent usage on Reading Plus leads to gains on other tests that our on your child’s transcript.
Students should:
1. Complete at least four Reading Lessons a week
2. Earn at least an 80 on the lesson
NOTE: Reading Plus be done through logging on to CLEVER and searching for the site DREAMBOX.
Student Clubs & Extra-Curriculars
Math Tutoring Available for 6th and 7th graders
SHMS partners with GW University for students to receive free math tutoring 90 minutes per week through their Math Matters program. Programming is available to interested 6th and 7th graders!
About Math Matters
Based out of the Nashman Center at George Washington University, Math Matters collaborates with DCPS to provide high-impact math tutoring to middle school students in Washington, D.C. Math Matters recruits and trains GW undergraduate and graduate students to be effective mentors and tutors.
Tutoring Details
- Tutors provide small group tutoring throughout the school year to groups of 3-4 students
- Students attend two days per week, 3:30-4:30pm (snack included)
- Tutoring curriculum is skill based, and is geared towards accelerating students towards grade level proficiency
- Tutoring starts the week of September 18 for all students.Sign Up
https://bit.ly/mathtutoringshms or the QR code below
SHMS Debate Team
Get involved with Debate! This year’s competitive topic is Income Inequality, and we would love to hear your voice!
We meet in Room 219 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 – 5:00.
See Mr. Plaisted (kip.plaisted@k12.dc.gov) for more information.
Policies & Daily Operations
DCPS COVID Protocols & Updates for SY 2023-24
As the public health emergency is lifted, COVID-19 is now treated the same as any other communicable disease. We are sharing the following reminders for your reference:
- COVID Testing: DCPS will not conduct COVID tests at school. COVID tests are not required to return to school this year.
- COVID Contact Tracing: No contact tracing will occur.
- Testing Positive for COVID:
- Staff who test positive for COVID should alert their school leader and follow guidance from their health provider.
- Students who test positive should follow up with their health provider for guidance and the family should alert the school of their absence (in accordance with normal absence reporting requirements).
- Masks:
- Mask wearing is optional, and schools should support individual decisions to mask for health reasons.
- For individuals who test positive for COVID: A mask should be worn through the 10th day from a positive test or onset of COVID symptoms.
- Notifications: No notifications (classroom, staff, or school-wide) will be sent for COVID positive cases.
New Families Orientation Recording
Thank you to the new families who were able to join us in-person or virtually for our New Families Orientation sessions recently. If you are a new family, or just want a refresher about everything we do at Stuart-Hobson MS and key policies and procedures, please review this recording of the virtual session (please note that the orientation begins shortly after the 13 minute mark in the recording). Also, families can always find the most current resources and information about our school in this folder.
While families who attended were able to pick up their student's schedule and the summer mailing, those who were not able to join us should receive their student's schedule with the summer mailing sometime in soon.
Aspen Parent Portal
Student schedules have been posted in Aspen and should be visible to anyone with an existing Aspen account after August 18th. Students or families without an account should soon receive an invitation to set one up by email (check your Junk folder). We will provide students with copies of their schedule during the first week of school as well.
Aspen Family Portal
Aspen Family Portal accounts should reflect the new school year on/after August 18th. Returning families should be able to access their account using their username and password from last school year. New families will receive an email from Aspen Family Portal when their family portal account is available to use.
The Portal allows you to keep up with progress in school - including grades, assignments, attendance, and more. The goal of DCPS' new digital portal is to create an open line of communication between home and school.
To Access the Portal:
1. Visit https://aspen.dcps.dc.gov
2. Make sure pop-up blocking is disabled for your browser
3. Your user name will be provided via email
4. Your temporary password will be provided via email
NOTE: Both user name and password are case sensitive
5. Click Log On to access the system. You will be prompted to fill out some information to change your password so that in the future you can click "I forgot my password" to receive a new password.
How to Navigate the Portal:
This flyer gives you the Parent Portal basics:
- What you need to know about the Parent Portal
- Lo que necesita saber sobre el Portal de Padres
We strongly recommend that families using iOS devices also download the "Grade Corner" app, which allows you to login to Aspen and monitor your student's grades and attendance in a streamlined app. The app was actually developed by an SHMS parent a few years ago.
If you have any questions about accessing Aspen or your student's grades or schedule please reach out to their counselor, Ms. Schimmerling or Ms. Williams, or grade level administrator, AP Hills - 6th, AP Taylor - 7th, or AP Turner - 8th.
Nurse's Corner
Dear Families,
Happy Fall. My name is Nurse Anderson, and I am excited to be the new Nurse at Stuart-Hobson MS for SY 23-24. Periodically throughout the school year, I will be providing health updates and messages that concern our community and students.
For the month of September, our health corner focus will be Medication Distribution and Accommodations Related to Emergency Situations:
For medication distribution, it is imperative that you contact me or any designated school nurse at Stuart to drop off any medications and authorization forms for your children. See forms attached.
We cannot administer any medication without approval from your child's Physician and an authorization from you. The medication needs to have a pharmacy label and the medication must match the medication order.
While medication authorization forms are important part of your child’s health plan, we also encourage families to provide information if their child experiences Asthma, or Allergies. Please ensure that your student has an inhaler with an Asthma Action Plan at the school. The action plan can be submitted to the Main Office or myself. If the child is approved to self-administer, please remind them to always carry their inhaler. If they suffer from any allergies (food), an Epi-Pen is also needed with an Anaphylaxis Plan.
Last, the school will be conducting several emergency drills that range from fire to lockdown. We recognize that these events may trigger an emotional response. Also, some of these drills may require students to physically move from one location to another. If you think that your child/children may have any Physical disability or emotional unseen disability, please let the school/school nurse know, so that appropriate accommodations can be made for any possible evacuations, drills, etc.
The school nurse hours are Monday-Fridays 8:00 am-4:30 pm with a daily lunch. When the nurse is unavailable students may receive assistance from staff in the main office.
Nurse Anderson can be reached by calling the school or emailing her at sanders@childrensnational.org
SY 2023-24 Uniform Policy and Dress Code
The SHMS uniform policy is designed to maintain school pride and traditions while contributing to a safe and predictable school experience for students and families.
School uniforms or other apparel that identifies our school are required while on school property, field trips (before or after school day hours), while attending After-School All-Stars and school-approved activities after 3:30 PM, unless athletic, dance or other specific apparel is required by the coach/leader.
Uniforms include:
o Long or short-sleeved solid red polo shirt/t-shirt. SHMS logo optional. Any non-SHMS logo on uniform shirts or sweatshirts must be the size of a $1 bill (1 dollar) or smaller.
o Plain red, black, or white crewneck sweaters/sweatshirts (front zip, button up, or pullover) and vests. No hoods.
o Long sleeved, plain color, crew/V-neck shirts may be worn underneath uniform shirts.
o Khaki pants, skirts, shorts, worn at waist level. Khaki jumpers are also acceptable.
o Comfortable closed-toed shoes or sneakers covering the entire foot. Shoes and sneakers should lace-up or fit snugly. No sandals, slippers, or Crocs.
o Any clothing that identifies our school community by name or logo (e.g. Stuart-Hobson MS or the Capitol Hill Cluster School) may be worn in place of uniform components. This includes hoodies.
Dress Code
While students may wear some of the following to and from school, they are expected to avoid wearing all of the following during the school day, on trips, and in after-school activities:
• Hooded coats, shirts, and sweatshirts,
• Outerwear like jackets, fleeces, parkas, windbreakers, etc.,
• Hats and other head coverings (e.g. winter/baseball hats, ski masks, bonnets, goggles, scarves, etc.)
• Metal studs on headbands and other accessories
• Khaki-colored leggings/ tights (worn in place of Khaki pants).
• Small purses or fanny packs
Religious, medical, or other personal exemptions/exceptions to any of the above expectations should be made by parents/families and documented with the school culture and/or administrative teams prior to taking effect.
School uniforms may be purchased via Lands End, Target, Old Navy and other retailers. More information regarding our school uniform policy will be shared via our school handbook.
Uniform Non-Compliance
Students should comply with the uniform policy daily and will be recognized for compliance with LiveSchool points, eligibility for trips and other activities, and other rewards. Uniform policy violations can be documented in Live School. Some uniform deficiencies can be remedied by the support team but the loss of instructional time should be avoided when supporting students in complying with the policy. Incidents and patterns of infractions will be handled like other Tier 1 and 2 infractions.
Get Ready for the First Day of Meal Service!
We are excited that Stuart-Hobson Middle School is a CEP school again this year, meaning that all students will receive free school breakfast and lunch!
The DCPS Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) team is excited to invite our students back into the cafeteria for SY23-24! Help us ensure that students are ready for the first day of meal service. Please see the SY 23-24 Meal Charge Policy, and dietary accommodations process for this school year.
Supports for Students & Families
Expansion of Collaborative for Attendance Resources in Education and Health (CARE-H) to all schools
This school year, DCPS is partnering with Children’s National Hospital to support our students’ health and attendance through the Collaborative for Attendance Resources in Education and Health (CARE-H); CARE-H is now available in all DCPS schools. Through this program, parents or guardians can give permission to DCPS to securely share attendance information with their child’s doctor(s), nurse(s) and medical office staff. This information will help these healthcare professionals to provide special outreach and medical attention to children that might be missing school and their families.
New Resource: DCPSMentalHealth.org
With a goal of decreasing barriers to school success by providing students, school staff, and families with tools that promote academic and psychosocial growth and progress, DCPS has launched a new website dedicated to student mental health. For mental health resources including a provider directory, events calendar, and articles on mental health, special education, and parenting strategies, visit dcpsmentalhealth.org.
School Mental Health Supports
One Common Unity Virtual Office
Our social worker from partner One Common Unity, Ms. Kiersten Morris, has created a virtual office link for students and families. The virtual office includes information and resources for parents and students.
It can be accessed at: bit.ly/MsK
Thanks for checking it out!
Stuart-Hobson Middle School
Email: eric.fraser@k12.dc.gov
Website: www.stuart-hobson.org
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