Family Newsletter

Dear Hyde-Addison ES Families,

As you enjoy your long weekend, I have provided additional teaching resources for Black History Month, if interested. Although geared towards teachers, the resources can be beneficial to families, as well. Thank you for your continued engagement, as we work to ensure all students are valued, nurtured and equipped with the skills necessary to become productive global citizens.

10 teaching resources for Black History Month

Please also be sure to review the Hyde-Addison ES Equity and Anti-Racism Task Force Newsletter for great resources, activities and events.

Please keep you and your loved ones safe. For resources and information about the District of Columbia Government’s coronavirus (COVID-19) response and recovery efforts, please visit coronavirus.dc.gov. Please visit dcpsreopenstrong.com or backtoschool.dc.gov for DCPS resources.

“Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom.” ~ George Washington Carver

Kindest Regards,

Dr. Calvin Hooks, Principal

Hyde-Addison Elementary Schools

Next week on Tuesday, February 16, all DC Public School students will have a day of virtual learning and in-person programming will not take place that day.

This schedule adjustment is being made to provide flexibility for school staff who are receiving their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine the day prior, should they experience any side effects.

Did you know that DC Public Libraries are currently open for limited curbside services? You can visit our open libraries to:

• Return materials
• Pick up a hold
• Check out books from our Grab-n-Go selection
• Get a library card

Open locations include: Anacostia, Bellevue, Benning, Capitol View, Chevy Chase, Cleveland Park, Francis A. Gregory, Georgetown, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, Mt. Pleasant, Northeast, Palisades, Petworth, Shaw, Shepherd Park, Tenley-Friendship, West End and Woodridge.

Hours of operation are: Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. , closed daily 2 – 3 p.m. for cleaning

Please make sure students of all ages, PreK3 -5th grade, are reading at home for at least 20 minutes a day- "Readers learn to read by reading!"

We invite families to join us in spreading kindness with the Hyde-Addison community and in your neighborhoods. To participate, children decorate rocks with uplifting symbols and words (paint pens, paint, or sharpies work the best on the rocks), and then leave the rocks for others to find. It brightens their day! You can also achieve the same outcome by drawing on paper or making cards- so don't let a lack of rocks or paint deter you from participating. Email your photos to hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov to be featured!

A Message From Jelleff:

Dear Hyde-Addison parents,

As students return, we would like to know how we can serve the surrounding schools and community. New programs and enrollments begin March 1st by completing this survey you can share with us the programs you would like to see at Jelleff. We are particularly looking to find out about interest in Afterschool programming with limited numbers and no transportation. We will not be able to resume transportation this school year. Through the survey you can also sign up to receive information on enrollment dates and information about future Jelleff programs. Thank you for participating in this survey.

Spring Jelleff Program Interest Form

There are three interactive virtual classrooms on the Hyde-Addison Resource Hub Canvas page that students can independently explore to learn about Black history. We encourage students to share the many different ways that they celebrate Black culture, people, and history by uploading photos or other files to this Padlet.

Thank you for helping to make the Great Envelope Race such a success! The PTA always welcomes donations on an ongoing basis. You can make a one time donation or set up a recurring donation. Any amount is appreciated!

KONSTELLA. To stay informed about all these events and initiatives, make sure to sign up for Konstella, a new, secure, and private communication platform for Hyde-Addison families to message other families, access the family directory, form, or join social groups! Whether you prefer communicating through email, the app (Android or iPhone), or the web site, join today so you don't miss out!

On Tuesday, February 16th at 5:00 PM EST, the Embassy of Australia and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park will be hosting a free virtual field trip for students in grades 4-5. This hour-long event will include virtual dives, introductions to Australian marine life and time for questions & answers! Attached you will find additional details about this event.

Families who are interested in attending this event can register via this link: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bq6DkAERT3Co5NHsO-FYnw Upon registering, participants will be sent their own unique zoom link to connect to the session on Tuesday the 16th.

We're excited to announce that DCPS will be hosting 9 Family Cornerstones Parent University workshops! Meet the creators behind your favorite Family Cornerstones activities and discover more ways to bond. RSVP here for the link!

Youth from any school now have the option to pick up free weekly Market Boxes at 1) Excel Academy, 2) Langdon ES, or 3) McKinley HS. Boxes are distributed every Thursday from 10 AM – 3 PM and contain 7 days’ worth of breakfast, lunch, & supper ingredients. Learn more and sign up by clicking here.

Click the link below to view more in formation and join a community team in your area!

Learn more about how DCPS receives funding, understand how that funding is dispersed, and examine individual school budgets.

Visit www.dcpsbudget.com today!

February 12: Lunar New Year

February 15: President's Day Holiday (no school for students or staff)

February 16: No In-Person Learning/ CARE Classrooms- All Virtual Learning

Week of February 16: Term 2 Report Cards mailed (K-5 parents can also access in ASPEN parent portal)

February 26: Hybrid Learning Task Force Meeting

February 26: Equity and Anti-Racism Task Force Meeting

For copies of previous Hyde-Addison ES announcements and updates, please visit the Hyde-Addison ES website at https://www.hydeaddisondc.org/updates.

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: @DrCalvinRHooks