Community Letter

Date: 05/17/2024

Subject: Blacktop Incident Update

Dear Harmony DC Families,

Providing a safe environment for our students and faculty is and will remain our top priority. Another of our priorities is to keep you informed and be as transparent as possible about your children’s education, our school, and relevant events.

Therefore, I want to inform you about an incident that happened earlier this month.

One of our students has fallen on the blacktop at the school playground. We are deeply sorry for the pain and suffering caused by these injuries and thankful that they were not more severe. We care deeply about the well-being of all students, so I’m reaching out today to share how we are upgrading the playground to prevent future incidents.

First and foremost, I want to reassure you that your child’s safety is our utmost priority. Our dedicated staff provides constant supervision for students, and we have bolstered the number of supervisors during recess and lunch periods. Furthermore, following the incident, we immediately contacted the building’s owners to request repairs to any cracks or holes in the blacktop. These repairs are scheduled to be completed over the weekend, ensuring a safe environment for our students.

We have also discussed with the building owners the possibility of implementing a long-term solution by installing rubber flooring or mulch around the playground equipment and the blacktop. This is aimed at providing better protection for students from fall injuries in the future. We are collaborating with the building owners to find a solution over the summer, ahead of the next school year, and we will keep you updated on our progress.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you for your continued support,

Best,

 

Muhammet Turkay, Ed. D.

Chief Executive Officer

Harmony DC Public Charter School

62 T St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Ph: (202) 529-7500

Fax: (202) 529-7501

www.harmonydc.org

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Accreditation Notification

Date: May 2, 2024

Subject: Notification of Accreditation

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are delighted to share some exciting news with you regarding our school’s recent achievement. Harmony DC PCS has been accredited by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA). This prestigious accreditation is a testament to the high-quality education and commitment to continuous improvement that our school provides.

Accreditation by MSA signifies that our school has met rigorous standards for educational quality and institutional effectiveness. It demonstrates our dedication to providing a safe, enriching, and academically challenging environment for our students. This accreditation also validates the hard work and dedication of our teachers, staff, and students.

We believe that this accreditation will further enhance the educational experience of our students and strengthen our school community. It reflects our ongoing commitment to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of our educational program.

We would like to thank our entire school community for their support and contributions to this achievement. We look forward to continuing to provide your child with the best possible education and learning experience.

If you have any questions or would like more information about our accreditation, please feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,

 

Muhammet Turkay, Ed. D.

Chief Executive Officer

Harmony DC Public Charter School

62 T St NE, Washington, DC 20002

Ph: (202) 529-7500

Fax: (202) 529-7501

www.harmonydc.org

 

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ENROLLMENT SATURDAY – 4/27/2024 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

We are hosting Enrollment Saturday on April 27th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Please stop by our office and get the expert help registration!

You can also schedule a meeting with our Enrollment Coordinator, Mrs. Garris, using the link below.

https://calendly.com/tgarris1/15min

 

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Parent Breakfast & DC CAPE (State Assessment)

Dear 3rd-5th Grade Parents,

We invite all of our 3rd-5th Grade Parents to join us for a tasty breakfast. We also would like to talk about upcoming End-of-Year State Assessments (CAPE Assessments).

This is a parents-only program. Students will have a separate breakfast on another day.

Wednesday, May 1
8:30-9:00 am
School Cafeteria

Click here to RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe0poZ5Ir5SDNKhauVHjK-Of7esOL0pkJvj4lm8-rXIqqj4gA/viewform

RSVP is required.

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Autism Awareness

Wear Blue Friday 4/26: Autism Acceptance Month!

Did you know 1 in 36 people are diagnosed with Autism? Join us this Friday in wearing blue to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month! Let’s embrace diversity and inclusion together. #AutismAcceptanceMonth #WearBlue

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2024-2025 Academic Calendar

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Thank you for your feedback on the 2024-25 Academic Calendar.

Based on staff, parent, and community feedback, the following calendar was created, and the board approved it at the 04/09/2024 board meeting.

 

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DC STEM Fest – 03/30/2024

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Celebrating Our Exceptional Assistant Principals!

Dear Harmony DC Families,

This week, we have the wonderful opportunity to recognize and celebrate the invaluable contributions of our Assistant Principals, Ms. Shepherd & Mrs. Harris, during Assistant Principal Week. These remarkable individuals, Ms. Shepherd & Mrs. Harris, play a pivotal role in shaping our school community’s culture, values, and success.

Their dedication, commitment, and unwavering support are truly commendable and deserving of our utmost appreciation.

Our Assistant Principals are the epitome of servant leadership, tirelessly working behind the scenes to ensure that our students receive the best possible educational experience. They are mentors, advisors, and advocates for both students and staff alike, always ready to lend a helping hand or offer words of encouragement.

As we reflect on Assistant Principal Week, let us take a moment to express our gratitude and admiration for their outstanding contributions. Please join me in extending a heartfelt thank you to our Assistant Principals, Ms. Shepherd & Mrs. Harris, for their tireless efforts, unwavering dedication, and profound impact on our school. Let us celebrate their accomplishments and continue to support them in their mission to empower and educate the leaders of tomorrow.

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Making Up Snow Days (At Home)

As per OSSE’s guidelines, we need to make up January snow days this year. We will convert April 5, April 16, and April 17 to asynchronous learning days, during which students work on a task assigned by their teachers at home and turn completed assignments in on the next school day.

In order to be present for those days, we need to confirm students are working on their assignments by calling/texting/emailing parents between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,
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students should work on their assignments and turn them in to their teachers when they return to school.

The work for April 5 will be given on April 4, and students will need to turn their assignments in on the following Monday, April 8.

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Port Discovery Field Trip

On Tuesday, March 12, our PK students participated in the Port Discovery Field Trip.

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