READING
AND WRITING WORKSHOP
We utilize the Reading and Writing Workshop methodology developed
at Teachers College at Columbia University as the core of our
literacy instruction. In Reading Workshop, students are explicitly
taught the strategies and habits of effective reading. They learn
to talk, think, and write well about their reading, and to live
richly literate lives. In Writing Workshop, students learn to
observe their lives and the world around them, and to collect,
draft, revise, and publish well-crafted narrative and expository
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MATHEMATICS
We use the Everyday Mathematics Program in all grades. The curriculum
focuses on problem solving and higher order thinking with strands
in: Algebra; Data & Chance; Geometry & Spatial Sense;
Measurement; Numeration & Order; Patterns, Functions, and
Sequences; and Operations. (Return
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THE
RESPONSIVE CLASSROOM
We utilize this approach to classroom life and learning and emphasize
an environment that builds social and academic skills. The six
components are Morning Meeting, Rules and Logical Consequences,
Choice, Guided Discovery, Classroom Organization and Assessment
and Reporting to Parents. These components are set in the context
of shared community and are implemented through the development
of social skills such as caring, assertion, responsibility, empathy,
and self-control (CARES). The physical space in classrooms, morning
meetings, and class/school rules are organized to facilitate opportunities
for positive interaction.
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LIBRARY
Hyde’s library program is a driving force behind student
growth in reading and a love of reading. The library schedule
includes open sessions for upper grade students to conduct research
and story telling, oral reading, and literature for all students.
Our library has recently been renovated and upgraded to include
an expanded collection as well as improved technology resources.
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FILLMORE
ARTS CENTER
Hyde Elementary is a member of the Six School Complex, an organization
of four elementary schools, one middle school, and an arts program,
the Fillmore Arts Center. Students in first through fifth grade
travel to the Fillmore Arts Center Program for one half-day each
Wednesday. Instructors travel to Hyde to teach Pre-Kindergarten
and Kindergarten students weekly. Fillmore Arts Center offers
instruction in dance and movement, drama and theater, music, and
the visual arts.
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INCLUSION
Hyde Elementary School practices inclusion of all special needs
students with the general education population. Students who receive
ELL or special education services spend the majority of the school
day with their peers in the general education classroom setting.
It is our philosophy that each child belongs to all of us; we
are each responsible for every child’s education.
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AFTER
CARE
For students requiring supervised care during hours extending
beyond the school day, the Hyde Aftercare Program is available
on a fee basis. It is open from 3:15 to 6:00 pm. Children must
be at least 4 years old and may attend either part or full time.
The after school program includes a snack, free play and a homework
club.
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PARENT
INVOLVEMENT
Active parent involvement is critical to a child’s success
in school. The PTA, which raises funds to support the enrichment
activities offered at Hyde, enlists members and volunteers to
help with many activities and events throughout the school year.
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HYDE ELEMENTARY ENROLLMENT AND REGSTRATION PROCESS (Revised 01/15/09)
Should you be interested in enrolling your child at Hyde, the process varies depending on whether you are an In-Boundary family or an Out-of-Boundary family pursuant to DC Municipal Regulations, Chapter 21, Amended Section 2106 (December 14, 2005).
Hyde is part of the Out-of-Boundary Lottery for Pre-Kindergarten-Fifth Grade. For admission to Pre-Kindergarten students must turn four years old by September 30, 2009. For admission to Kindergarten, students must turn five years old by September 30, 2009. For Out-of-Boundary admission to Hyde, preference will be given to siblings of current students.
The
In-Boundary process is as follows:
Pre-Kindergarten
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Complete an interest form now
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Between January 28 and March 13, 2009, register on-line for Pre-Kindergarten at www.k12.dc.us
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Should interest exceed capacity, there will be a lottery for those families who have registered online by the deadline
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Submit a DCPS Enrollment Form, Residency Verification, and Medical
Records
within the designated timeline
Kindergarten-Fifth Grade
- Complete
an interest form now
- Submit
a DCPS Enrollment Form, Residency Verification, and Medical
Records
Spring 2009
The
Out-of-Boundary process is as follows:
Pre-Kindergarten-Fifth Grade
- Complete
an interest form now
- Submit the DCPS Out-of-Boundary Application between January
28 and March 13, 2009 online at www.k12.dc.us
- Results of lottery will be available online March 19, 2009 and notification will be sent to parents on March 31, 2009
- Those accepted through the lottery must submit a DCPS Enrollment Form, Residency
Verification,
and Medical Records within the designated timeline
- A
waiting list will be maintained throughout the summer
Hyde is a District of Columbia Public School and as such does not discriminate based on race, nationality, gender, disability, religion, or socio-economic status. Should you have any questions about this process, please contact Principal Dana Nerenberg at 202.282.0086 or via email at dana.nerenberg@dc.gov.
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