Cub Run Family Newsletter


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Today's message includes the following:

  • Message from the Principal
  • Read Across Cub Run Week

  • Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

  • Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

  • Share Your Thoughts With Us!

  • Naglieri (NNAT) Testing: First Grade 

  • School Board Approves 2023-24 School Year Calendar

  • In Case You Missed It: 

    • FCPS News
    • Kindergarten Registration
    • Flowers Volunteers
    • FCPS Cares 
  • Mark Your Calendars 

Message from the Principal

Dear Cub Run Families, 

This issue of News You Choose is coming to your inboxes later than usual this evening, because I wanted to highlight this evening's Cub Run Math Night, which was a huge success! 

Math Night

We had over 300 cubbies and family members attend, and fun was had by all! The students were so excited to learn new math games, eat pizza, and bring home math games to play with their families! For those families who weren't able to attend tonight, your child will be bringing home family math games tomorrow to keep math night fun at home! Many, many thanks to Mrs. Tracy Cousino and Mrs. Jenna Jensen for spearheading this event, and to our amazing Math Night Committee, Mrs. Cindy Bergeron, Mrs. Danielle Brown, Mrs. Kristen Coch, Mrs. Tracy Cousino, Mrs. Nausheen Haider, Mrs. Jenna Jensen, Mrs. Stephanie McWhirt, Mrs. Sarah Phillips, and Mrs. Val Sesso! Many volunteer hours were spent making and organizing the games and the events - from staff to parents and guardians to middle and high school students who served pizza this evening. Many thanks to our generous PTA who provided some funding, and funding was also supplied by our ESSER grant. We had a huge staff turnout to set up and run the math stations, and everyone pitched in to break everything down at the end of the evening with help from our wonderful custodians. Students were so excited to see their teachers and staff there with them to celebrate math! One student said it best as she left tonight with her family, games in hand: "I just love math!" :-) 

With tomorrow's 2-hour early release and Friday, March 3rd a student holiday, I hope you'll have some time to play some math games with your students over the long weekend. 

Warmly, 

Natalie Lorenzi

Principal


Kindenss Week

Read Across Cub Run Week

Join us in celebrating reading this week with the following activities!

Read Across Cub Run
Read Across Cub Run

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Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

There’s an easy five-step process outlined for parents looking to register their child for kindergarten:

  1. Determine eligibility. 
  2. Identify your local school. 
  3. Gather documents. 
  4. Fill out forms. 
  5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation, Bridge to Kindergarten, or any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process

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Inscripción para el Kindergarten: Es tan fácil como 1-2-3...

Los padres que deseen matricular a sus hijos al Kindergarten deben seguir un sencillo proceso de cinco pasos: 

  1. Determinar la elegibilidad. 
  2. Identifique su escuela local.  
  3. Reunir documentos.  
  4. Rellenar los formularios.  
  5. Programar una cita.

Después de la cita en la escuela (el estudiante y uno de los tutores deben estar presentes), el estudiante estará listo para la orientación, Bridge to Kindergarten, o cualquier otro evento introductorio que cada escuela pueda organizar. Más información sobre el proceso de inscripción.

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유치원 등록: 1-2-3숫자를 셀 만큼 간단합니다...

자녀를 유치원에 등록하려는 학부모님을 돕기 위해 5단계로 구성된 간단한 절차가 있습니다:

  1.   자격 여부를 결정합니다.
  2.   지역 학교를 확인합니다.
  3.   문서를 수집합니다.
  4.   양식을 작성합니다.
  5.   약속을 잡습니다.

해당 학교와 방문 일정을 잡으면(학생과 보호자 1명이 참석해야 함) 오리엔테이션, Bridge to Kindergarten 또는 각 학교에서 주최할 수 있는 기타 소개 행사에 참석할 준비가 끝납니다. 등록 절차에 대해 자세히 알아보세요.


Attendance-es

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Every year, absences increase in the weeks before and after spring break. Please make sure your child is in school every day until vacation starts. Our teachers will be teaching, and our students will be learning. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

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¡Asista hoy, logre mañana!

Cada año, las ausencias aumentan en las semanas antes y después de las vacaciones de primavera. Por favor, asegúrese de que su hijo está en la escuela todos los días hasta que comiencen las vacaciones. ¡La enseñanza continúa hasta el último día antes de las vacaciones! Por favor visite nuestro sitio web para más recursos sobre la asistencia.

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출석은 오늘, 학업 성취는 내일!

매년 봄방학 전후 몇 주 동안 결석률이 늘어납니다. 방학이 시작될 때까지 자녀가 매일 학교에 출석하는지 확인하세요. 선생님은 아이들을 가르치고 아이들은 계속 배울 것입니다. 더 많은 출석 관련 자료를 보려면 웹사이트를 방문하세요.


Four kids in front of a mural of kids holding hearts. "FCPS Our Voices, Our Future. Strategic Planning"

Share Your Thoughts With Us!

What keeps you optimistic about FCPS? What are your concerns? Answer these and two other questions on our Strategic Plan Feedback Form, and help shape our school division’s future. 

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¡Comparta sus opiniones con nosotros! 

¿Qué lo mantiene orgulloso de FCPS? ¿Cuáles son sus preocupaciones? Conteste estas y otras dos preguntas en nuestro Formulario de Comentarios del Plan Estratégico, y ayude a formar el futuro de nuestra división escolar.

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여러분의 의견을 저희에게 알려주세요!

FCPS의 어떤 부분을 긍정적으로 보시나요? 어떤 부분이 걱정되시나요? 이 질문들과 두 가지 다른 질문들을 저희 전략계획 피드백 양식을 통해 답변하여주시기를 바랍니다. 이 답변들이 우리 학교 기관의 미래를 잘 세울 수 있도록 도울 것입니다. 


Parental Notifications and Policy 3290: Sexually Explicit Content

A Virginia law passed in spring 2022 requires schools to create a policy for parental notification of sexually explicit content/materials. In December 2022, the School Board adopted FCPS Policy 3290: Parental Notification Regarding Instructional Materials with Sexually Explicit Content

FCPS has had policies in place for many years regarding the review of instructional materials, communication with parents, and options for alternative instructional materials.

An expectation of this new policy is the 30-day parental notification requirement of sexually explicit content in instructional materials assigned or selected by teachers. After reviewing the notification letter, parents or caregivers who prefer to choose alternative instructional materials for their child must submit this form to the appropriate teacher within the 30-day notification window. View Policy 3290 for more information.

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Notificaciones a los Padres y Política 3290: Contenido Sexualmente Explícito

Una ley de Virginia aprobada en la primavera de 2022 requiere que las escuelas creen una política para la notificación a los padres de contenido/materiales sexualmente explícitos. En Diciembre de 2022, la Junta Escolar adoptó la Política 3290 de FCPS: Notificación a los Padres sobre Materiales de Instrucción con Contenido Sexual Explícito. 

FCPS ha tenido políticas por muchos años con respecto a la revisión de materiales de instrucción, comunicación con los padres, y opciones para materiales de instrucción alternativos

Una expectativa de esta nueva política es el requisito de notificación a los padres de 30 días de contenido sexualmente explícito en los materiales de instrucción asignados o seleccionados por los maestros. Después de revisar la carta de notificación, los padres o cuidadores que prefieran elegir materiales de instrucción alternativos para sus hijos deben presentar este formulario al maestro correspondiente dentro del plazo de notificación de 30 días. Consulte la Política 3290 para obtener más información.

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학부모 통지 (알림) 및 정책 3290: 선정적인 내용의 콘텐츠

2022년 봄에 통과된 버지니아 법에 따라 학교는 선정적인 콘텐츠/자료에 대한 학부모 알림 정책을 만들어야 합니다. 2022년 12월, 교육위원회는 정책 3290을 채택했습니다: 선정적인 콘텐츠가 포함된 교육 자료에 관한 학부모 알림.

FCPS는 수년 동안 교육 자료의 검토, 학부모와의 소통, 대체 교육 자료 옵션에 관한 정책을 시행해 왔습니다.

이 새로운 정책은 교사가 배정하거나 선택한 교육 자료에 선정적인 내용이 있는 경우 30일 전에 학부모에게 알려야 한다는 것입니다. 알림 공문을 검토한 후 자녀를 위한 대체 교육 자료를 선택하고자 하는 학부모 또는 보호자는 30일의 알림 기간 내에 해당 교사에게 이 양식을 제출해야 합니다.  자세한 내용은 정책 3290을 참조하세요.


Naglieri Testing: Grade 1

On Tuesday, March 14th, all first graders will take the Naglieri (NNAT3). The NNAT is a nonverbal measure of general intellectual ability. The test evaluates a student’s reasoning and problem-solving skills through the identification of patterns involving geometric shapes and pictorial designs. The test is designed to assess ability without requiring the student to read, write, or speak. The NNAT3 is an abilities test, so children are not expected to study or prepare for the test the way they would for an achievement test.

It is important that your child attend school the day of testing. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school. It is also important that your child has had a good night’s rest and a healthy breakfast before testing.


School Board Approves 2023-24 School Year Calendar

The Fairfax County School Board approved a calendar for the 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26 school years at their February 9 meeting. Learn more about the approved calendar

The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be Monday, August 21, and the last day will be Wednesday, June 12

Developing a school year calendar is a balancing act, involving multiple factors that must be considered. Community input is one of those factors, and we appreciate our community for being involved in the calendar development process

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La Junta Escolar Aprueba el Calendario para el Año Escolar 2023-24

La Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax aprobó un calendario para los años escolares 2023-24, 2024-25 y 2025-26 en su reunión del 9 de Febrero. Más información sobre el calendario aprobado. 

El primer día del año escolar 2023-24 será el lunes 21 de Agosto y el último día será el miércoles 12 de Junio. 

El desarrollo de un calendario del año escolar es un acto de equilibrio, que implica múltiples factores que deben ser considerados. La opinión de la comunidad es uno de esos factores, y agradecemos a nuestra comunidad por participar en el proceso de desarrollo del calendario.

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교육 위원회, 2023-24

학년도 달력 승인페어팩스 카운티 교육위원회는 2월 9일 회의에서 2023-24, 2024-25, 2025-26학년도 학사 일정을 승인했습니다. 승인된 학사 일정에 대해 자세히 알아보세요.2023-24학년도 첫날은 8월 21일 월요일이고 마지막 날은 6월 12일 수요일입니다.학년도 달력을 개발하는 것은 여러 가지 요소를 고려해 균형을 잡는 작업입니다. 커뮤니티의 의견은 이러한 요소 중 하나이며, 달력 개발 과정에 참여해 주신 커뮤니티에 감사드립니다.

 


ICYMI

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

    • Webinars and Events for Parents

    • Kindergarten Registration
    • National Mental Health Town Hall Held Locally

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving the weekly newsletter, sign up today


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Registration is Open for School Year 2023-2024!

If you have a rising kindergarten student, or are new to Cub Run, Kindergarten Registration is coming soon for the 2023-2024 school year!

On April 14th, Cub Run will be registering rising kindergarten students. Please contact our Student Information Assistant (SIA) Ms. Doris Velez  to set up an appointment. You can also reach her at 703-633-7503. The registration will be open on April 14th from 9 am-12:30 pm. When you register your student, you will be added to a rising kindergarten email distribution list.

We will contact you with information about our upcoming kindergarten orientation!

The following documents are required for registration:

  • Proof of residency: A deed or lease agreement
  • Proof of birth: Original birth certificate
  • Health documentation: A certificate of physical examination including required screenings completed within the last 12 months prior to starting school by a licensed physician.
  • Immunization records: Up-to-date records in accordance with the child's age

Registration packets are available online or can be picked up in the front office. 

For support in Spanish, please contact our family liaison, Lilith Albornoz. She can also be reached via phone at 703-633-7572 on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Thank you for registering early and for sharing this information with your neighbors! We are very excited to welcome our Kindergartners here in fall!


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Flowers Volunteers

Every Friday, Traders Joe's in Reston donates flowers to Cub Run! These flowers not only go to our teachers and staff to brighten their day at the end of the week, but they are also donated to a local homeless shelter after they have been sorted and organized by our student Green Team. We are in need of volunteers to pick up flowers each Friday from Trader Joe's in Reston, VA. If you think you might be able to lend a hand, please look at the dates here and sign up for a date that you are available! 


FCPS CARES

The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Cub Run ES. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!


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Mark Your Calendar:

February 27th- March 2nd: Read Across Cub Run Week

Looking Ahead:

March 1: Cub Run Family Math Night

March 2: 2-hour early dismissal (ECCB students at 11:00 (no PM classes); K-6 students at 1:25; PAC students at 1:55)

March 3: Teacher Workday - No Students

 

March 9: Science Fair, 6:00 p.m.

March 11: Spring Chess Tournament

March 14: Grade 1 NNAT Testing 

March 21: PTA Meeting via Zoom

March 24: Cub Run vs. Virginia Run Volleyball Night

April 3-7: Spring Break

*The full 2022-2023 FCPS calendar may be accessed here.


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