Family Newsletter

Dear Hyde-Addison ES Families,

We look forward to having our families join us for the Hyde-Addison ES production of "The Lion King Kids". It will begin promptly at 5:30pm.

2026-2027 Enrollment Update

DCPS Goal for June 18th: 100%

Hyde-Addison ES Enrollment as of May 29th: 97.9%

As always, please feel free to email hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov with any school specific inquiries.

Warmest regards,
Dr. Calvin Hooks, Principal
Hyde-Addison Elementary School

We are excited to announce that Spirit Week will take place June 1st through June 5th! We look forward to a fun-filled week of school spirit, creativity, and community celebration.

The Spring 2026 book fair will be from 5/29 to 6/4. For more information about the book fair and how to create an e-wallet for your student visit our book fair website: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/hydeaddisonelementaryschool.

The election for the PTA Executive Board has ended and we are happy to

announce the Hyde-Addison PTA Executive Board for the 2026-27 School Year (effective July 1):

• PRESIDENT: Crystal Rosario (parent of rising sixth, third and first graders)
• VICE PRESIDENT: Emerald Christopher (parent of a rising third grader) and Toi Makings (parent of rising seventh, fourth graders and baby Troy)
• TREASURER: Alexis George (parent of rising third grader)
• SECRETARY: Zeina Kiblawi (parent to incoming PK3, rising first grade, second and fourth grade)
• Vice President for AFTERCARE AND ENRICHMENT: Motrya Hanas Calafiura (parent of a rising fourth grader) and Selam “Nina” Geremew Debele (parent of a rising third grader)
• Vice Presidents for COMMUNICATIONS: Chelsea Nair (parent of incoming PreK3, rising second and first grader)
• Vice Presidents for EVENTS: Vacant*
• Vice Presidents for FUNDRAISING: Chris Borales (parent of rising fifth and seventh grader) and Phil Mone (parent to incoming PreK3, rising first
• grade, second grade and fourth grade)
• Vice Presidents for ROOM PARENT ENGAGEMENT: Gelila Getaneh (parent of rising second grader) and Maaden Eshete (parent to rising second grader)
• Past Presidents: Farrell Barnes Quigley (Rising sixth and third grader)

*If you are interested in serving as VP Events, please reach out
to pta.hydeaddison@gmail.com. Also, there are lots of opportunities to volunteer on committees focused on specific initiatives and events--more to come!

We officially sold out all 100 tickets for the Hyde-Addison PTA SW Playdate at the Washington Spirit soccer game! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets. This is your reminder that the game is this Saturday, May 30 at 6:30 PM at Audi Field — we can’t wait to cheer on the Spirit together on Youth Night! Check your email for ticket details or email tami.twymanpta@gmail.com with any questions!

In order to make SummerFest so much fun, we need it to run smoothly — and that includes setup, helping run activity stations during the event, and cleanup at the end of the night. Help us bring the magic of SummerFest to life by volunteering for a shift! Sign up on Konstella here: SummerFest Volunteer Sign-Up

At DC Public Schools (DCPS), we are committed to the safety and security of our students. Beginning in School Year (SY) 2026–2027, all students in grades PreK–5 will be required to have a completed and signed Elementary Student Dismissal Authorization Form on file.

The Elementary Student Dismissal Authorization Form has two parts:

• Part 1: Authorization to Release (Required for all students in PreK–5)
  This section asks you to list the adults who are authorized to pick up your child, if needed, during the school day or at dismissal.

  
  

• Part 2: Permission to Self-Dismiss (Required only if applicable for students in grades K–5)
  This section allows you to give permission for your child to self-dismiss—either alone or with an older, authorized child-- at the end of the school day. Please note that only students in grades K-5 are eligible to self-dismiss, and DCPS recommends students in K-3 dismiss with an older, authorized student rather than alone. Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 students should be picked up by a parent or authorized adult and may not be released to another elementary-age child.

You can learn more about the form, including recommendations for completing it, on the DCPS website. You may download a fillable version of the form online or pick up a paper copy from our main office at any time. Please complete a separate form for each child and submit completed forms to the main office or via email to hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov by the first day of school:

• Monday, August 24, 2026, for students in grades K–5

• Thursday, August 27, 2026, for Pre-K3 and Pre-K4 students

  
  

Thank you for helping us keep your child safe and accounted for each day.

We are pleased to report that the spring DCPS Panorama Survey results have arrived. Please see several key data points below.

Hi Families,

Great news—Champions Back-to-School Enrollment opens Tuesday, March 24! Enrollment is quick and done online at DiscoverChampions.com.

Current families: Log in and click “Add a Program.”
New families: Follow the flyer instructions to get started. (See below)

Questions? Contact Ms. Funmi at ch002523@discoverchampions.com or Ebony Tucker at ebony.tucker@discoverchampions.com.

We can’t wait for another great year!

Hyde Families,

Registration for our final "summer" enrichment season opens this Monday at 9:00 AM! To assist with your planning, you can explore the full catalog, detailed course descriptions, and the registration link directly on our website here.

Key Dates & Information:

• Registration Opens: Monday, March 9th at 9:00 AM
• Cancellation Notices: We will notify parents of any class cancellations by April 10th.
• Registration Closes: Friday, April 17th

Please note that registration will remain open throughout Spring Break. However, classes with insufficient enrollment will be canceled the week prior, so we strongly encourage you to register early to secure a spot in your preferred programs. 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

Details

• August 4th-6th, from 8:30am-12:30pm
• Summer Bridge enrollment opens March 27th, and your student MUST be signed up to participate
• Hardy Bridge Sign Up

Hardy Summer Math and ELA assignments are linked below. Hardy Middle School asks that students complete these assignments prior to the start of the school year, as they will help inform course placements.

Thank you!

Last year was the most historic season in Howard’s 54 year history featuring the first outright MEAC regular season championship since 1986-87, first MEAC Tournament title & NCAA appearance since 1992, and a nationally recognized team social justice project centered on Black Maternal Health advocacy.

Last summer, the team had over 230 campers come through our 4 sessions of camp. This year, the team is excited to unveil the new Burr Gymnasium practice facility with 14 hoops spread across 3 courts which will greatly expand and enhance the camp experience.

If you are interested in enrolling, all registration can be done at www.howarduniversitybasketballschool.com.

Dates and age ranges are below:

• Elite Camp 1: June 13-14 (ages 14-19; boys only)
• Skills Camp 1: June 22-26 (ages 6-18; boys and girls)
• Skills Camp 2: July 20-24 (ages 6-14; boys and girls)
• Elite Camp 2: August 2-3 (ages 14-19; boys only)

Join us for our final General Body Meeting of the school year on Wednesday, June 3 at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will be held virtually.

In addition to PTA updates and announcements, we will be joined by special guests from the Office of the Ombudsman for Public Education. They will lead a community discussion focused on navigating conflict, strengthening communication, and moving toward collaboration. The session will also provide practical conflict resolution tools to help support our school community. All families, teachers, and staff are invited and encouraged to attend. Additional meeting details and the virtual link will follow.

Join us as we conclude our playdate series—a fun way to build community across all four quadrants of Washington, DC – with a fun afternoon of roller skating!

Sunday, June 7, 2026
1:00–3:00 PM
Anacostia Park Pavilion

Bring your own skates or get free skate rentals there (bring your ID & socks if you plan on renting)!

Free & Hyde families in all grades from all quadrants are welcome to attend!

Get ready for one of Hyde-Addison’s most beloved traditions — SummerFest! A big “end of school year / start of summer” celebration and a favorite event for students, families, and staff alike.

Friday, June 12, 2026
4:30–7:00 PM
Hyde-Addison Playground

Join us for an evening filled with:

• Foam & water fun
• Music & entertainment
• Kindness rock painting
• Food & treats Swag sales- including the *new* SummerFest '26 t-shirt!
• Games, activities, and so much more!

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
• All children MUST have a parent or caregiver present in order to participate.
• Students in Champions aftercare will not be able to participate unless they are picked up by an adult.
• If your child plans to fully enjoy the foam & water areas (and we know many will), please remember to bring a towel and a change of clothes!
• While SummerFest takes place on June 12, the last day of school is the following Thursday, June 18 — so don’t check out for summer just yet!
• There will be no rain date so let's all hope for beautiful weather!

We can’t wait to celebrate another amazing end-of-school year and start of summer together with our Hyde community!

The lost & found pile is already growing! Help keep track of water bottles, jackets, and more by labeling everything. Through Mabel’s Labels, you can purchase durable, waterproof labels in fun designs — and 20% of proceeds go directly to Hyde-Addison!

👉 Visit campaigns.mabelslabels.com, search for Hyde-Addison PTA (Washington), and start shopping.

We also have ongoing restaurant fundraisers each week at Georgetown favorites:
🍕 Manny & Olga’s Mondays (1641 Wisconsin Ave NW)
🍗 Wingo’s Wednesdays (3207 O Street NW)

✨ 25% of your order comes back to Hyde — just mention Hyde-Addison at checkout! No online delivery apps- in-person dining or takeout only!

For more information and a full catalog of our ongoing fundraisers, visit our website:https://hydeaddisonpta.org/ongoing-fundraisers. Thank you for supporting our school community!

With back-to-school around the corner, we have an easy way to help you avoid the lost & found and support our school at the same time!

Mabel's Labels are waterproof, dishwasher and washing machine-safe, durable, and come in a wide variety of sizes, colors and kid-favorite graphics. They're perfect for water bottles, lunchboxes, headphones, jackets and more!

Extra Perk! 20% of every purchase goes right back to Hyde-Addison to support our students and staff.

How to order:

1. Go to campaigns.mabelslabels.com.
2. Search for and select "Hyde-Addison PTA (Washington)"
3. Start shopping! It's that easy!

We’re excited to share that our Minted fundraiser is back! When you use code FUNDRAISEHYDEADDISON, you’ll save 20% on your order—and Minted will donate 10% back to the Hyde-Addison PTA.

This code works all year long, so whether you’re ordering holiday cards, change of address cards, baby announcements, graduation invitations or announcements or personalized gifts, every purchase gives back to our school!

Minted offers beautiful, high-quality designs, easy address collection, and free recipient address printing on envelopes, making any large send-out a breeze.

Thank you for considering supporting Hyde-Addison while checking a few things off your to-do list! Happy Shopping! --> https://www.minted.com

If your child needs to take medication or requires medical treatment during school hours, please have your medical provider complete the appropriate forms, which may include 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.

Attendance is a top priority for both DCPS and Hyde-Addison ES, as consistent, on-time attendance is essential to student achievement, growth, and overall success. We encourage families to review the DCPS Academic Calendar below or directly on the dcps.dc.gov website, to plan vacations, appointments, and events in a way that supports uninterrupted learning throughout the school year.

During the school year, 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, in alignment with DCPS Attendance policies. (Classroom teachers cannot excuse absences.)

All students in grades Kindergarten–5 must have a signed permission form on file each school year in order to:

• Be dismissed to the Jelleff aftercare program

• Walk home

• Take public transportation home alone

• Leave with an underaged sibling

No student will be permitted to leave school alone or with an underaged sibling until the attached form is signed and returned to the main office or emailed to hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov.

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.

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.

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.

Beginning in the 2025–26 school year, a new DCPS policy will prohibit students from accessing a cell phone or personal electronic communication device during the bell-to-bell school day while on DCPS school grounds, aligning with our school’s current cell phone policy.

DCPS Student Cell Phone and Personal Electronic Device policy

For students and families:

• OCTO Student & Family Call Center – Assists parents and students with technical and password issues. Contact number is: (202) 442-5885 (Option 1).

DCPS is committed to creating a discrimination-free environment for all students. To meet this commitment, DCPS is focused on creating an environment in which we eliminate opportunity gaps, interrupt institutional bias, and remove barriers to academic and social success, particularly for students of color. Please review the following policies regarding anti-discrimination within DCPS.

DCPS Anti-Discrimination Policy

The Family Handbook for the 2025–2026 school year is attached below for your review. Please take a moment to read through it to familiarize yourself with important school policies and procedures.

When you receive the Family Newsletter by email each Friday, as well as most other school-wide communications, you will have the option to view it in a web browser. Accessing the newsletter this way allows for automatic translation into over 20 languages and provides enhanced accessibility features, including high-contrast display settings and adjustable font sizes for improved visibility.

All Family Newsletters will also be archived on the Hyde-Addison website https://hydeaddisondc.org/home throughout the year for your ongoing reference.

Jun 16: No School for Students or Teachers

Jun 18: Last Day for Students / End of Term

First Tuesday of Each Month: LSAT