Family Newsletter

Dear Hyde-Addison ES Families,

Happy Friday! If you have not had an opportunity to review the October issue of the Equity and Anti-Racism Task Force Newsletter, you may use this link to access it.

Thank you to all of the families who have supported "Socktober". As of this afternoon, we have collected 1,458 pairs of brand new socks, as part of our school-wide community service initiative.

We are excited about our family engagement during our Friday school-wide meetings. Please be mindful that families should sit on the bleachers or stand in the back or to either side of the gymnasium. Families are also required to sign in and out and please do not stick visitor badges under, on or around the bleachers or walls.

As you may be aware, yesterday there was an incident with a transportation provider, not related to or used by Hyde-Addison ES. The incident is leading to a suspension of DCPS’ use of that vendor effective immediately. As policy, all contractors in safety-sensitive roles must be properly credentialed and cleared through the DCPS background check process. Per the Child and Youth, Safety and Health Omnibus Amendment Act of 2004 (D.C. Law 15-353, D.C. Official Code § 1-620.31 et seq.), a “safety sensitive” position is defined as “employment in which the District employee has direct contact with children or youth; is entrusted with the direct care and custody of children or youth; and whose performance of his or her duties in the normal course of employment may affect the health, welfare, or safety of children or youth.”

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 for DCPS updates and resources.

Kindest Regards,

Dr. Calvin Hooks, Principal

Hyde-Addison Elementary School

Our children looked wonderful for their school portraits! Once proofs are available online, we will share the access information with families. At this time, a make-up date has not been scheduled.

We have noticed an uptick in the number of students who are asking to sleep, laying their head down, or sharing that they can't focus because they are tired in class.

The amount of sleep a child gets is so important for their brain development and we are asking for every family to partner with us by putting their child to bed early enough for them to get the recommended amount of sleep. Our student support team has put together an informational flyer to share some of the research regarding the importance of sleep. If your family has questions or would like to speak with a member of the support team further about concerns they've noticed with regard to their child's sleeping habits, please email hyde.addison@k12.dc.gov to be connected.

The SY22-23 Impact Aid Survey will be released Tuesday, November 1. Every year, DCPS asks families to complete this survey to generate additional federal funds. This year’s survey will be fully electronic using the Seamless platform and will be open through Thursday, December 22. Please encourage all families to complete one survey per child, not per household, in their preferred language. The electronic surveys and our FAQ document can be found on the Impact Aid webpage.

On October 31, children are invited to wear costumes to school, should your family choose to participate. Costumes may NOT promote violence in any way, including any type of weapon or blood. Students may be asked to remove elements of a costume that make learning challenging (ie. sunglasses indoors or wings that make it hard to sit).

Please note that costume props are often left behind at school or become damaged throughout the day, so it is highly recommended that they are left at home. Costumes of great personal significance are also best reserved for out-of-school activities.

Families who wish to join in the fun can cheer on their child in the Halloween parade by lining up anywhere along the parade route at the times listed below. Students will enjoy a quick fall treat on the playground afterwards before heading back inside to continue the important work of learning!

We hope you will join us to celebrate AND we hope you will sign up to host a table about your country of origin or cultural heritage! Sign up to support here: https://bit.ly/3E3CsVs and email julie.hamlin@k12.dc.gov or katilin.opie@k12.dc.gov with any questions.

Parents/Guardians must be at the main entrance of the school building before 2:55pm to pick up students for early dismissal.

If you would like a Kids Ride Free Card for your student, please fill out this short form. They will be sent home in students' backpacks on Mondays.

Thank you all so much for your generosity towards Hyde-Addison and taking care of that match opportunity many times over! GER results are at 82% ($32,630) and 19% participation with 4 days to go! October 31, 2022 is the last day!

Please give whatever amount you can or would like (and see all of the specifics of what these funds are for) at www.hydegift.com or by returning your blue envelope to the main office.

Please join the Hyde-Addison PTA for a fun-filled Fall Fest on Friday, November 4, 2022 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 pm.

This event is sure to be a blast with visits and photo ops from characters like Spider-Man and Queen Elsa! These two fan favorites will sing and dance with the kids and teach them some super hero skills, including the power of kindness. Food for an early dinner and lots of treats will be available. There will also be games, arts and crafts, and Hyde swag for sale.

Please RSVP so we have an accurate headcount for food and activities.

If you'd like to sign up to help during the event, please click here.

While there's no cost to attend the event, a suggested donation of $5 per family is greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of the event.

We look forward to seeing you on November 4!

Sign up for Konstella! Konstella is a platform that allows Hyde Addison parents to directly communicate with each other. Send out party invites, communicate with room parents, or join our new Volunteer and Communications Committees! Download the app or go to www.konstella.com and select Hyde Addison Families. See the Konstella flyer for more info!

See below for The Salvation Army Angel Tree sign up. If you need additional supports or resources, please feel free to connect with our school social worker, Jennifer McLaurin as well. (jennifer.mclaurin@k12.dc.gov)

Sherman Ave Salvation Army Social Service Department

3335 Sherman Ave NW

Washington DC, 20010

202-829-0100

In person registration Oct 11th to Nov 4th from 9am-3pm

Required Items: ID, Proof if Income, Kids Birth Certificate, Lease

School mental health services and supports are an effective means of addressing the mental health needs of children and improving the learning environment. Click here if you would like to refer a student for mental health or counseling support provided by Ms. Stovall. Referrals will be processed by the Mental Health Team and staff will receive communication and updates regarding services.

November 4: Fall Fest

November 10: International Night

November 7 - End of Term 1 Records Day / Professional Development Day (No school for students)
November 8 - Election Day (No school for students or teachers)
November 11 - Veterans Day (DCPS closed)
November 23 - Thanksgiving Break (No school for students or teachers)
November 24 - Thanksgiving Day (DCPS closed)
November 25 - Thanksgiving Break (No school for students or teachers)

First Tuesday of the Month: LSAT Meeting- beginning in October!

Fourth Tuesday of the Month: PTA General Body Meeting on Zoom

Last Friday of the Month: Equity and Anti-Racism Task Force Meeting on Microsoft Teams

We are excited to open the library up to families so that you can pick out book with your child on their class's assigned day. Please see below for the date and time!

For copies of previous Hyde-Addison ES newsletters, please visit the Hyde-Addison ES website at https://hydeaddisondc.org/updates2233

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