Harmony DC Public Charter School
Parent Newsletter, 08/22/2026

WELCOME BACK
Dear Harmony DC Families,
It was wonderful to see everyone at our Student/Parent Orientation this past Thursday! You can access Orientation Presentation slides here. Our staff have been working hard to be sure we are ready for our students on Monday!
A few important reminders for this school year:
School Shirts/Uniform:
Shirt with Harmony logo or red, white or navy blue polo shirt. Khaki or navy blue pants/skirts/dresses. Dress shoes, sneakers. If you did not have a chance to come to the orientation, please make sure to receive your scholar’s school shirts on Monday.
School Supplies:
School supplies and backpacks will be distributed to all students within the first week.
Before Care:
Before Care starts on the first day of school at 7:30 am. Entrance to the building for the before care is from the side of the building.
School Hours:
School starts at 8:00 am every day. The entrance is from the main door (basketball court side). The dismissal is at 3:50 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Dismissal on Wednesdays are at 2:30 pm. The dismissal will take place from the main school entrance.
After Care:
After Care starts on 8/31/2026. Parents need to fill out the application form and attend one of the information sessions.
Info Session Zoom Link (Required info sessions will take place on 8/25/2026 at 6:00 pm and 8/26/2026 at 3:30 pm)
School Breakfast and Lunch Program:
Breakfast and lunch are provided free of charge to all students.
No Electronics Policy:
All electronics (phones, smartwatches, tablets, and etc) should be checked-in with the classroom teacher or the office.
2026-27 School Calendar
Dear Harmony DC Families,
We are excited to welcome our scholars back for another great school year!
The first day of school is Monday, August 24, 2026.
Please click the link below to view the 2026–2027 School Year Calendar, including important dates, holidays, breaks, and school events.
We look forward to seeing all of our scholars on Monday, August 24!
NE Bus Information (62 T St, NE- Former School Building)
Harmony Northeast Bus
Dropoff Times:
Dropoff begins at 7:15 am. Scholars will not be able to be dropped off prior to 7:15 am. The bus will depart from promptly at 7:30 am.
Student Dropoff/Pick Up Location:
62 T St NE
Washington DC, 20002
Morning Pick Up from 62 T St NE:
Pick Up 1 - 7:30 am - departure (Monday through Friday)
Pick Up 2 - 8:00 am - departure (Monday through Friday)
Afternoon Drop Off at 62 T St NE:
Drop Off 1 - 4:15 pm - arrival (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday), 3:00 pm (Wednesday)
Drop Off 2 - 5:45 pm - arrival (Monday through Friday) - Drop Off 2 will start on 8/31/2026 when after care starts.
SE Bus Information
Harmony Southeast Bus
Dropoff Times:
Dropoff begins at 7:00 am. Scholars will not be able to be dropped off prior to 7:00 am. The bus will depart from Giant promptly at 7:30 am.
Dropoff Location:
Giant
1535 Alabama Avenue, SE
Washington DC, 20032
Pick Up Times:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 4:40 pm
Wednesday: 3:15 pm
There will be 2 pick up locations.
Pick Up Location 1:
South East Tennis & Learning Center
701 Mississippi Avenue, SE
Washington DC, 20032
Pick Up Location 2:
Boys & Girls Club
1901 Mississippi Avenue, SE
Washington DC, 20020
Harmony DC Public Charter School
Harmony DC prepares 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.
Email: info@harmonydc.org
Website: www.harmonydc.org
Phone: 202-529-7500
Address: 2917 8th St NE, Washington, DC 20017
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HarmonyDC/