Promotions, Device Return, Enrollment
Principal's Message
Congratulations to our 8th graders who were promoted to high school last week. Continue to be curious, courageous, and kind! hout out to Wilson SHS and former Deal parent (and Wilson SHS staff member) David Thompson for supporting our efforts to live stream our FIVE promotion ceremonies - Accra, Disko, Gogogogo, Kobe, and Port-au-Prince.
Enrollment for SY 21 -22
Please be sure to complete the enrollment process here. We will continue to share information via Blackboard throughout the summer.
Device Return
Sixth and seventh grade students who are not participating in summer programming should plan to return their borrowed devices (Surface Pro Go and/or T-Mobile Hotspot) to Deal no later than July 2, 2021. Devices will be accepted at Deal any weekday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm. Please direct all questions and concerns to Ms. Chambliss.
Fall Sports Season Update
DCPS Athletics is planning for a full return to in-person athletic operations for the fall season of SY2021-2022. Tryouts and practices for fall sports teams start on August 2, 2021; details will be outlined through each school and team(s). Completed Student-Athlete Participation Forms are currently being accepted in preparation for the fall sports season.
This is the final Sunday Bulletin for SY 20-21. What a year we have had! Thank you to the Deal community for your support. Kudos to our teachers/staff for their ability to pivot and grow. Shout out to the ADCA and LSAT for their commitment to ensuring our school's success. A special note of appreciation to our assistant principals - Ms. Gathers, Mr. Moore, and Mr. Rottman - for their hard work.
To our students: thank you for being you. Each of you did the best you could do and thrived in your own way. You've shown grit, resilience, empathy, and determination. Some have struggled, but you all have persevered. You have been the embodiment of our mantra - Here we GROW! We love you.
Have a wonderful summer!
Onward and Upward!
Upcoming Events | Próximos Eventos
July 6 | Summer Programs Begin
School Year 21-22 Enrollment
DCPS is excited to open enrollment to our families and welcome new students to our community! This year enrollment will be done online at enrolldcps.dc.gov. Please click on the following link to complete the online application and upload proof of residency. If you have any questions please email dealmsenroll@k12.dc.gov.
Wilson High School Coding Camp
Wilson High School is running a free 2-week SUMMER CODING CAMP for incoming freshmen. The camp runs from August 2nd - 13th, Monday - Friday from 10:00am - 3:00pm. The camp is free of cost (a DCPS iPad will be provided for the duration of the camp) and the program is hosted virtually. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 25th (or until full).
QUESTIONS? Email us:
Qi Guo: qi.guo@k12.dc.gov
Nathalya Ramirez: Ibet.Ramirez-Urrea@k12.dc.gov
Sign-Up Form: Apply here.
DCPS Health Enrollment Requirements
All students must have an Universal Health Certificate and Oral Health Assessment on file annually. If you have not submitted your child certificates please submit them to dealmsenroll@k12.dc.gov.
Please do not leave this requirement outstanding as these forms allow our school nurse to anticipate and prepare for the health needs of all of our students. Health forms can be downloaded from the DCPS Enrollment website. Parents who would like to opt of of the HPV vaccination please click on the following link.
District law requires schools to verify student compliance with school immunization requirements as part of enrollment. Beginning with SY20-21, all public and public charter schools in DC are required to implement the immunization policy, even though students will not be removed from virtual learning.
If a student is non-compliant at the end of the 20 school-day immunization compliance period (October 15, 2020), the student will not be able to participate in any in-person learning opportunities until the necessary immunization documentation is received.
Need health insurance or dental insurance? You may qualify for Medicaid or subsidized health insurance. Visit https://dchealthlink.com for more information.
Requisitos de inscripción de salud de DCPS
Todos los estudiantes deben tener un Certificado universal de salud y una evaluación de salud bucal en el archivo anualmente. Si no ha presentado sus certificados para niños, envíelos a dealmsenroll@k12.dc.gov.
Por favor, no deje este requisito pendiente, ya que estos formularios permiten a nuestra enfermera escolar anticiparse y prepararse para las necesidades de salud de todos nuestros estudiantes. Los formularios de salud se pueden descargar desde el sitio web de inscripción de DCPS.
La ley del distrito requiere que las escuelas verifiquen el cumplimiento de los requisitos de inmunización escolar como parte de la inscripción. A partir de SY20-21, todas las escuelas públicas y públicas chárter en DC están obligadas a implementar la política de inmunización, a pesar de que los estudiantes no serán eliminados del aprendizaje virtual.
Si un estudiante no cumple con las normas al final del período de cumplimiento de la inmunización de 20 días escolares (15 de octubre de 2020), el estudiante no podrá participar en ninguna oportunidad de aprendizaje en persona hasta que se reciba la documentación de inmunización necesaria.
¿Necesita seguro médico o seguro dental? Usted puede calificar para Medicaid o seguro médico subsidiado. Visite https://dchealthlink.com para obtener más información.
Parent and Student Information | June 27, 2021
Withdrawing from DCPS
All current Deal students not be returning to DCPS please send a withdrawal request to Dealmsenroll@k12.dc.gov. We will email you a withdrawal form to sign and return to us.
Have a great summer!
LSAT Updates
The LSAT is a group of elected and appointed members, including
parents, teachers, non-instructional school staff, and a community member that advises the principal on matters of policy, strategy, curriculum, budget, goals and priorities for the school. The meetings, with the exception of meetings concerning the budget, are open to the school community. For more information, please visit https://www.alicedealmiddleschool.org/lsat or contact Gwen Washington at gwenmcdo@yahoo.com.
Here is this week's Alice Deal Community Association update.
Feel free to contact the ADCA with questions and comments at ADCAPresident@gmail.com.
Please enroll your child as soon as possible!
This year, electronic enrollment is available
You DO NOT need medical forms to enroll.
It takes less than 10 minutes to complete.
Enrolling now makes it much easier for Ms. Neal to plan, make student schedules, and get subject teachers Deal wants.
Click here to find out what info to have ready.
Click here to go directly to the electronic form.
Rules about proof of residency are available here.
Do your part to help Deal meet its enrollment benchmark!
Girls Who Code (GWC) is Coming to ADMS SY21-22
Girls Who Code (GWC) is a nonprofit organization which aims to support and increase the number of women in computer science by equipping young women with the necessary computing skills to pursue 21st century opportunities.
Girls Who Code values diversity, equity and inclusion as essential to their mission, with a focus on young women who are historically underrepresented in computer science fields.
Alice Deal Middle School is starting a Girls Who Code chapter in the fall of 2021!
The club will provide ADMS 6th, 7th & 8th grade girls with a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models, and an opportunity to use their skills and build their confidence to positively impact their community.
Teach participants about Computer Science (CS) in a fun, safe, non-threatening environment (virtual included).
No coding experience is required and all are welcome. Beginners are encouraged to join.
For more information or to volunteer send an email to Scott Stuart at alicedealGWC@gmail.com
SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE premieres online on June 18!
A pop culture phenomenon comes to life! The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series that taught history, grammar and math through song is coming to Deal!
Our wonderful cast of 6th, 7th and 8th graders met online to learn songs and choreography and then came together both online and in person outdoors to create a video production that will light up your living room.
Sing along to "Conjunction Junction" and "Interplanet Janet" when you buy a ticket here. Video will be available on demand for two weeks, until July 2.
Did you know Broad Branch Market (5608 Broad Branch Rd. NW) has generously donated food, coffee and more to our teachers and volunteers for years? Please support this generous establishment not too far from Alice Deal. You'll be amazed by all they offer.
Thank You to our Generous Auction Sponsors!!!
Thank you for all you do to support ADMS!
Nelson Jacobsen and Sam Washington, 2020-2021 ADCA Co-Presidents
Community Information
(Items in this section are not sponsored by Deal)
Ultimate Frisbee
Looking for some outdoor frisbee fun this summer? We’ve got you covered. Created by Team USA ultimate frisbee player Rowan McDonnell in 2017, American Ultimate Academy provides professionally-approved frisbee clinics to teach your kids all the skills they’ll need as developing athletes, teammates, and collaborators. AUA is also thrilled to offer a series of Middle School HAT tournaments around the DMV! Click here to see their full array of offerings in Arlington and Montgomery County. Please sign up for any and all programs that are suitable for your child. Beginners welcome! Get ready for some summer fun!
AUA also offers small group training rates. If interested, reach out to AUAcamps@gmail.com.
The DC Independent Film Festival Summer Program
The DC Independent Film Festival two week summer program
For adolescents aged 14 to 18.
August 9th-19th with a final screening Saturday August 21st
4:30-7:30pm Weekdays and one full weekend production day.
Click here to learn more about this great opportunity in-person, hands-on studio.
Virtual Model UN Camp
This summer, I am excited to introduce you to a virtual Model UN Camp for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders. This camp will be taught by delegates from TJ and Langley High School, all of whom have been in Model UN for 3+ years.
· The camp is a 5-day program from 12-2:30 that gives an overview of Model UN. No previous Model UN experience is necessary. First and foremost, the camp is designed to enhance students' public speaking, leadership, and diplomatic skills. The program also includes specific details into strategies, skills, and tips for becoming a better Model UN delegate. The camp is completely virtual and lessons will be split between presentations and group activities.
· There are two quick and easy steps necessary to register for the camp.
1. Fill out this form by June 20. In the form, we will try our best to give everyone their preferred week as we create balanced camp cohorts. Please make sure to indicate in the form if there is a week you cannot attend.
2. Camp fee is $150. Payments will be accepted either through Venmo (@nedimozden) or mailing a check to 8114 Touchstone Terrace, McLean VA (all checks should be made payable to Nedim Ozden, who is the director of the camp). Any questions regarding payments and fees should be directed to Nedim Ozden (nedimozden11@gmail.com).
We hope to see many Deal students at the camp.
Thank you.
Faris & Teddy Summer Soccer Camp: Soccer Fun!
NOTE: Registration closes June 13. Register today to ensure your spot!
We are rising 10th graders at Wilson and Basis (and Teddy is a Deal alum) who love the sport of soccer. We have received official training as soccer referees, play travel and rec soccer, and have spent many summers working with DC kids on their soccer skills in summer soccer camps. Click here to register.
Age group: 6-12 (separated by age groups)
Cost: $125 per week, or $30 for a day.
Dates:
June 28 - July 2
July 26 - 30
Aug 2 - 6
Aug 16 - 20
Time: 9 - 12
Location: Carter Barron field, Rock Creek Park, 4850 Colorado Ave NW
Additional registration information: All participants will be required to fill out forms for waiver of liability and health information.
Contact information: fandtsoccer@gmail.com
Phone: 202-823-2543
Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns! We love to hear from our community.
Wilson and Deal Squash Team
We would like to announce a special event. SAVE THE DATE JUNE 26 Saturday 10 – 3pm – The Wilson Squash team and coaches invite you to find out about the Wilson and DEAL SQUASH program, and meet the coaches and some of the team. Wilson has a robust Squash team which play in leagues with other schools. Former Squash players have continued to play squash at Harvard, UPenn, Dartmouth, William & Marty and others and Squash has helped in the recruitment process. Where most sports have many, many students playing, squash is limited in players and offers a better chance to assist with applications, we can help guide you and your child through the process. We offer limited free clinic spots for parents and children at 10am, 11am and 12 noon. There is no cost but registration is essential. See some program details at
Summer squash training includes camps all Summer long. See camp details here. Scholarships are available
C Independent Film Festival Summer Program
The DC Independent Film Festival two week summer program
For adolescents aged 14 to 18.
August 9th-19th with a final screening Saturday August 21st
4:30-7:30pm Weekdays and one full weekend production day.
Click here to learn more about this great opportunity in-person, hands-on studio.
STA Basketball Skills Academy
Rising 7th – 9th grade boys
STA Basketball Skills Academy: Session 1 (June 21 – 25); Session 2 (June 28- July 2)
Time: 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Cost: $225 per week
The STA Basketball Skills Academy is an instructional basketball camp for rising 7th-9th grade boys. Each day participants will focus and work on 2 fundamental skills and will play at least 3 games to develop their skills. Please visit the following link.
Located in Washington, D.C., St. Albans Summer Programs – a combined summer camp and summer school for area and out-of-town boys and girls in grades Pre-K through 12 – provides half- and full-day academic and art classes and athletic camps for football, golf, rowing, swimming, and tennis at state-of-the-art athletic facilities.
summer.stalbansschool.org for additional information and to register.
*Each participant will be required to wear a face mask.
Interested in Playing Field Hockey at Wilson?
Any rising 9th grade girls who will be attending Wilson this fall and would like to try out for the field hockey team in August are invited to attend our pre-season interest meeting on Monday, June 21, from 5:00 - 6:00, place to be determined. At this meeting you can meet coaches and players, learn about summer conditioning, camps, equipment, fees, and parent volunteer opportunities. If you would like to attend and/or learn more, please email Coach Sarah Whitener, at mdwhitener@aol.com.
Summer Coding Camp
Wilson High School is running a free 2-week SUMMER CODING CAMP for incoming freshmen. The camp runs from August 2nd-13th, Monday-Friday from 10:00am - 3:00pm. The camp is free of cost (a DCPS iPad will be provided for the duration of the camp) and the program is hosted virtually. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 25th (or until full).
QUESTIONS? Email us:
Qi Guo: qi.guo@k12.dc.gov
Nathalya Ramirez: Ibet.Ramirez-Urrea@k12.dc.gov
Sign-Up Form
APPLY: https://forms.office.com/r/pC9rNB9sU1
DeMatha Catholic High School Soccer Camp
Summer soccer camps are back! Registration for summer soccer camps for boys and girls ages 6-15 is now open!
https://www.demathasocceracademy.org/
Summer Math & Academic Writing Acceleration Available
Chevy Chase Prep coaches students through successful high school transitions all year around. We have extensive Deal experience with math acceleration, academic writing, test preparation, and competitive high school admissions. Local references attest to students' confidence and performance, as well as to our overall expertise.
We:
-- Offer individual tutoring in math and academic writing to motivated students. Our summer students normally advance a year or more on standardized tests.
-- Coach the ISEE/SSAT, and HSPT. We boast a 95-plus percent record with first-choice high school placements.
-- Deliver in the COVID-19 environment. Earlier we launched successful global learning initiatives at Georgetown and Harvard Universities.
-- Are lifelong NWDC neighbors and 100 percent woman-owned.
Please visit us on the web at chevychaseprep.com; email us at chevychaseprep@gmail.com.
Friends of Holy Child Summer Information
This summer, Holy Child will offer enrichment programs for rising 4th through 8th grade students. Attendees do not need to be incoming or currently enrolled Holy Child students to participate. All young women interested in arts, athletics, and theater are encouraged to attend. Please click Here to sign up.
Two Great Youth Soccer Opportunities
The DC Youth Futbol Club (DCYFC) is a non-profit youth soccer organization based in Washington DC with more than 45 countries represented in the club. While Spring 2021 continues to be a challenging season with remaining apprehension about youth sports participation due to Covid, DCYFC is moving forward with two events in addition to its current Spring 2021 program offerings. We are conducting Fall 2021 tryouts for numerous Girls and Boys Select/Premier Travel Teams for ages 8-17. Further information can be obtained at www.DCYouthFutbolClub.org or contacting Joao@DCYouthFutbolClub.org. Nearer term, First Touch Soccer is planning many summer camp weeks beginning June 21 and continuing through the end of August. Additional information and registration available at www.FirstTouchSoccer.org.
Wilson HS PTSO
We at the Wilson HS PTSO are beginning the process to recruit new folks to the Wilson HS PTSO.
1. If you know of any individuals from Deal who have a student headed to Wilson next year and they are interested in participating on the PTSO - please have them reach out. We really would like to get incoming 9th grade parents involved!
2. Calling all Rising 9th Grade future Wilson HS parents - If your scholar is headed to Wilson and you are interested in serving on the Wilson HS Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO) - please reach out to Wilson PTSO Co-Presidents Amy Hall hall.amy50@yahoo.com and Kesha Lloyd Lee kesha441@gmail.com. There are many opportunities to participate! More information on the Wilson PTSO can be found here.
Virtual Workshops on Saving for Higher Education Expenses
DC 529 offering Virtual Workshops on Saving for Higher Education Expenses.
If interested, please register for one of the upcoming events. And please, blast the email to family, friends plus co-workers & stakeholders if you can.
What: Webinar about DC College Savings Plan – DC’s 529 plan
· Did you know that savings in a 529 plan can be used to pay for costs other than tuition? In addition to tuition, you can also use your savings to pay for room & board, books, fees, computers etc.
· Save for anyone – You can save for yourself, your child, your grandchild, your nieces/nephews.
How: Click HERE to register for an upcoming Webinar about DC College Savings Plan – DC’s 529 plan and learn how you can save directly from your paycheck!
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
The Virtual Sessions will be available on Tuesday’s at 4PM. Please choose a date best for your calendar.
*Please note that by registering for this webinar, you may receive email communications in the future from DC College Savings Plan. You may unsubscribe from such email communications at any time by selecting the unsubscribe link at the bottom of the email communications.
LASAGNA LOVE
Lasagna Love is helping families in the entire DMV. We’re a group of local volunteers who are happy to provide a free meal to families. It’s a free meal, made with love, no strings attached. If your family needs a meal, or you know a family that does, it only takes a moment to request through our website https://www.lasagnalove.org/
DC Office of the Student Advocate – Request for Assistance Line
The Office of the Student Advocate is here to guide and support students and their families trying to navigate the complex DC public education system. We continue to operate our Request for Assistance (RFA) line as a "311" system for public education. We answer the line LIVE Monday - Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. We encourage your families to contact us at (202) 741-4692 for resources, referrals, and one-on-one coaching on all public education issues.
In addition to offering direct support to families, we provide workshops on various educational topics, and we facilitate community-centered discussions. We would also like to highlight several resources our office has produced including our Dyslexia Guidebook, our Don't Mute Mental Health podcast series, and our Parent & Family Go-To Guide.
If you or your families ever need assistance navigating DC Public Education, we are here to help! Let us know if you would like to learn more about the services our office can provide the students and families that you serve.
The OSA Team
Office of the Student Advocate
State Board of Education | District of Columbia
202.741.4692 (intake line)
Community Service
8th grade students can begin accruing up to 25 hours of community service (which can be applied to high school). Please see the following link for virtual community service opportunities: https://bit.ly/DCPS_VCSH
Project Athlete Training
Project Athlete offers personal and small group training to middle and high school student-athletes in DC. We currently have group training at the field at Jelleff Rec Center on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 4:30pm and Saturdays at 11am. If you are interested in learning more please email Joe Barlia at joe@projectatheletedc.com and visit https://www.projectathletedc.com/.
Boy Scout Troop 90 Welcomes Alice Deal Students!
All boys eleven or older are invited to join Boy Scout Troop 90 at Blessed Sacrament School. Scouting gives young people the opportunity to explore a world beyond the boundaries of everyday life. You get to try new things, develop friendships, provide service to others, build self-confidence, and develop leadership skills. And have fun while doing it! Our troop meetings are Wednesday nights from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm. While we are meeting virtually for now, we will continue to hold monthly socially distant outdoor activities such as virtual campouts, hikes, and kayaking. Last spring our scouts were enthusiastic participants in the virtual meetings earning merit badges, practicing scout skills, and celebrating with an end-of-the-year court of honor. Other Troop 90 activities have included learning first aid, emergency preparedness, wilderness survival and other merit badges, rock climbing at Seneca Rocks, caving at Whitings Neck, fishing in the Chesapeake Bay, camping in Gettysburg National Military Park, backpacking in Philmont Scout Reservation in New Mexico, ski/snowboard trips to Wisp, performing community service projects, and others. We have scouts from Alice Deal Middle School and other schools throughout the area. Please check it out. No obligation! No scouting experience necessary. For any questions please contact Keith Morrison at (202) 236-1624 or kmorrison@vsadc.com. You can also see our website at troop90dc.org which was created and is updated by the scouts.
Interested in After-School Yoga?
Past Tense offers YAY: Young Adult Yoga on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15-5:15 pm starting September 8 and 10. This virtual class provides a non-competitive environment for students to explore poses, breathing exercises, movement games, mindfulness activities and much-needed relaxation techniques. Students learn techniques for concentrating, reducing stress, and connecting to their bodies in a loving way, while still being playful and fun. Classes often revolve around a philosophical theme and may include discussion, journaling, or mindful art. Students are welcome to drop in and try the class out. And, the studio offers a BOGO pass – Buy One, Give One – in which the studio matches each purchased pass with a donated one to make it accessible to any kid who wants to participate. Apply for a BOGO pass here.
If you have any questions, please email us at info@pasttensestudio.com.
Harmonic Music Studios – Virtual Lessons
One-on-One Private Music Lessons for ages 5 and up. Beginners are welcome.
Lessons offered: Voice, Ukulele, Piano, Harp, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Violin, Viola, Cello, Upright Bass, Recorder, Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Tuba, Euphonium, Accordion, and Drums
Schedule: Mondays to Fridays, 12 pm to 6 pm
Pricing: 30-minute lessons for $40 and 60-minute lessons for $80
For more information go to: www.harmonicmusicstudios.org
If you are interested, please send an email to: info@harmonicmusicstudios.org
Or call: 202-248-8863
Virtual Musical Theater classes this Fall
Musical Theater Performance and Appreciation: Acting through Song for grades 6-12
Come explore different musical productions, themes, and composers. Look at how stories are developed, and different cultures represented. We will take a deep dive into acting through song, exploring techniques used by actors and artistic choices made by production teams. Participants who are interested will have the opportunity to perform and receive feedback. Come learn about the drama behind the curtain and what makes a show a show.
Musical Theater Appreciation for Adults
Do you love Broadway? Dive into musical theater genres, from the Golden Age to the present. How has the art form changed to embrace modern music and cultural norms? What can we look forward to when Broadway resumes in 2021? Will discuss the drama behind the curtain and what makes a show a show.
Classes are taught by Karen Harris. Karen has been teaching, performing and directing musical theater in DC schools for 14 years including past shows at Janney, Deal and Wilson.
For more information go to:
