Tubman Elementary School
2025-2026 Academic School Year FAQs for about our Move
Where will Tubman Elementary be this academic year?
Tubman remains at our swing space, at 800 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20001. This is the location of the Old Banneker
High School. It is about a 12–15-minute walk from our former 13th St NW location, which remains under construction.
How do I get there?
Tubman is about a 12-minute walk from our former 13th St NW location. Families can walk or bike to our space.
Families interested are welcome to organize their own groups or walking school-bus of students over to the new space. Please contact the PTO to discuss more.
From our 13th Street location, use the 63 or 64 bus on 11th St NW & Irving NW.
You would exit 11th St NW & Fairmont St NW.
What are the transportation options for getting to the new school?
District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) does not
have any plans to provide transportation for students. Some nearby
transportation options are the WMATA Bus, which are #63 and #64.
Those buses are available on 11th Street as demonstrated below:
Also, Kids Ride free cards will be available as well for the 2025/2026 SY.
Families are encouraged to sign up for the cards this school year and a
new card will be issued by the end of September.
Is there bike and/or scooter parking?
Bike parking is available in front of the Euclid St. entrance. Families are responsible for locking up their bikes or scooters.
Why is the school changing locations?
We are getting a new building! Tubman will go through a complete modernization of the facility and site per the Educational Specifications as stated by the DC Department of General Services.
What are the school hours at the swing space/Temporary location?
The school hours are expected to remain the same – 8:30AM-3:15PM.
Will there be before and after care?
We are partnered with Champions for before and after care. Please find links to apply here:
How long is the renovation expected to last?
Tubman ES will swing off-site for two years during construction. As mentioned, Tubman students will be at 800 Euclid St NW, Washington, DC 20001 for the two years. We will return to our new building in August 2026.
What measures are in place to ensure the safety and security of students at the new location? We will continue to follow all safety and security protocols and drills that we do at our current location. The DCPS clearance process will remain in place too.
What facilities and resources will be available at the new location?
The space is bigger so we will have more pull-out spaces, a full gym, bathrooms in our PreK classrooms and an auditorium. There are two playgrounds; one for early childhood and one for older students. There is not a field that we have to ourselves but there are community baseball fields and a basketball court. All of the resources we provide at Tubman will move with us including our community schools work, food pantry, laundry services, etc.
When is the first day of school for 2025-2026?
The first day will be Monday, August 25, 2025, for students in K-5 and Thursday August 28 for students in Pre-K.
Will the current Tubman Field and Playground be available during construction?
No, these spaces will be out of use until construction is complete in August of 2026.
Who can parents contact for further questions or assistance regarding the relocation process?
The main office is your best option 202-673-7285. You can always call or email Principal Delabar as well, 341-518-1564, amanda.delabar@k12.dc.gov
