Stoddert Elementary

Student Parent Handbook | 2011-2012

Some of the Student Parent handbooks that went home August 30 did not get copied correctly. Copies will be available in the office and will be resent to those who did not get the correct copies. A PDF version is also available here.

This Week from Dr. Cuthbert | Aug. 27

Hello All, It has certainly been an exciting week for the Stoddert Wolves. We were just in the process of practicing our fire drills to exit the building quickly and safely when we got a chance to demonstrate for real that we can all get out safely. As many of you also experienced for the [...]

DCPS Prepares for Hurricane Irene

Today, DC Public Schools are bracing for Hurricane Irene, which is expected to hit the Washington, D.C., area this weekend with forecasted wind gusts of up to 48 mph and possible flooding. I want you to know that we are taking every precaution to prepare our schools for the storm and respond quickly in the aftermath to make any necessary repairs.

Letter to parents and families from Chancellor Henderson

On Tuesday, August 24, 2011, the entire Mid-Atlantic region experienced an earthquake that caused a great deal of disruption to our work and home lives. Tonight, I am pleased to announce that we expect all DCPS schools to be open and safe for return tomorrow morning, with the exception of the School Without Walls High School in Ward 2. [...]

All DCPS Schools Closed August 24

From DCPS email: Mayor Gray and Chancellor Henderson Put Safety of Children First WASHINGTON, DC – All District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) will be closed Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011, to allow for a thorough assessment of school buildings following Tuesday’s earthquake. School staff, except for custodians, should not report to work today. Custodians should [...]

From DCPS: DC Earthquake Update, School Status

Sent at 3:24 PM by DCPS alert email Students are safe in evacuation locations for their buildings. We are not suspending afterschool at this point. Parents may pick up students if they wish. School dismissal will proceed as normal at 3:15 p.m. However, due to traffic congestion, we will keep students as long as needed. [...]

Aftercare Classes 2011

This year’s classes will begin the first week of September. This can only happen if you help by signing up for classes now. We have added some new classes such as HipHop and Break Dancing, Chess, Yoga (from KaiZen Karate), and Bricks 4 Kidz. See more detail in the post. A zip file of all necessary forms is available for download.

Back to School means Back to Boot Camp!

From Stoddert Parent Karen Landes: Last year a group of Stoddert moms started a Glover Park/Burleith Boot Camp.  After our summer holiday we are back at it and want more moms, dads, and neighbors to come join us.  We are a fun and supportive group that welcomes all fitness levels.   We work out with [...]

Volunteer at a Nats Game for the DCPS School Supply Drive

Saturday, August 20, and Sunday, August 21, DCPS is partnering with the Washington Nationals to host a School Supply Drive for DCPS students. They need 20 volunteers each day who can help collect school supplies from game attendees before they enter the stadium. The Nationals will provide one pass for the game to each volunteer. RSVP is required.

PTA’s New Family Social | Thurs., Aug 18, 6:30 – 8:30

The PTA is hosting a new parent social this Thursday, Aug. 18, at 6:30. The location is 3908 Benton St. (the home of Molly Evans and Brian Cohen) — very close to Stoddert. New families can meet the 2011-2012 PTA executives, learn more about the PTA, and ask questions about the PTA and Stoddert. RSVP [...]