Daniels Run ES- March 10, 2023

Principal's Message

Dear Families,

A few highlights from the past week:

  • Our salad bar returned on February 28th and it is great to see students load up on fresh fruit and vegetables.  Thanks to our staff and parent volunteers who have helped our students adjust to new routines in the cafeteria.  
  • We celebrated "Read Across Daniels Run Week" this past week and are extremely grateful for all the guest readers who joined us today.  
  • Congratulations to Mr. Yu (3rd grade teacher) who was recognized as the Region 5 FCPS Cares of Month recipient

We have presentation from the College Funding Coach on Thursday (3/16 - more details below).  I have attended this as a parent and found it very informative.  

The Stream In/Check In process has been discontinued and students will no longer be able to access remote instruction because of COVID related issues.  

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at cmsmith@fcps.edu

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 


SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 


Lost and Found

Are your children missing any clothing?  Our lost and found is near our lobby staircase.  Please stop by to take a look if you are missing something before Friday, March 31st.  After March 31st, anything left will be packed up and donated.


Kindergarten Parent Information Session

Do you have a kindergartener starting DRES in the fall?  If so, please join us for our Kindergarten Parent Information Session.  You will learn about our Kindergarten day, get your questions answered, and have the opportunity to register your student for the upcoming school year.  This session is intended for parents and guardians.  In the summer, we will have opportunities for students to tour the school and visit kindergarten classrooms.

Date: Friday, April 14th

Time: 9:00am – 9:30am (teacher presentation)

          9:30am – 11:00am (registration)

Place: DRES Cafeteria

 

Sesión informativa para padres de kínder

¿Tiene un niño de kindergarten que comience DRES en el otoño? Si es así, únase a nosotros para nuestra sesión de información para padres de kínder. Aprenderá sobre nuestro día de kinder, obtendrá respuestas a sus preguntas y tendrá la oportunidad de inscribir a su estudiante para el próximo año escolar. Esta sesión está dirigida a padres y guardianes. En el verano, tendremos oportunidades para que los estudiantes hagan un recorrido por la escuela y visiten las aulas de kindergarten.

Fecha: viernes 14 de abril

Hora: 9:00 am – 9:30 am (presentación del maestros)

          9:30 am – 11:00 am (registro)

Lugar: Cafetería DRES

 

*Habrá traductores de español disponibles para ayudar a las familias.


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PTA News

International Night - We NEED you!

We are seeking families to set up a booth/table representing your cultural heritage at International Night in March. Please reach out to us at dresecretary@gmail.com if interested in participating.

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email drenominatingcommittee@gmail.com for more information.


Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.


Send In Your Yearbook Pictures!

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Strategic Planning Updates

 Register Now to Attend a Community Forum! 

Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for the one that is most convenient for you. Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan, prior to its completion and formal adoption by the School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.


Notes from the Music Department

🎵 The March musician of the month is Chinese American cellist Yo Yo Ma. Click here for a YouTube playlist: https://youtu.be/1prweT95Mo0

🎵 Would you like to perform for International Day & Night? Parents & students are invited to sing, dance or play an instrument that honors any country or people group. It is Thursday night, March 30 and Friday morning, March 31.  Email Michelle McCarten here or call (703) 279-8457 to schedule an audition.

🎵  What college/university did you attend? Please complete this very short form. Michelle McCarten is planning a special music unit that will also support the school's participation in AVID.  The mission of AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)  is to prepare all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society. Thanks for your help!

 


Parent Workshop

You are invited to a Parent Workshop with The College Funding Coach, on Thursday, March 16 from 6 to 7:30 PM at the Daniels Run Library; the topic will be: "Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College". Please see the attached flyer and register using the link. You can also register here.  

Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to start planning for your child's future.   

 

"Since 2002, our organization has helped families navigate the nuances of saving and paying for college. Whether the child is 1 or 21, we want to provide valuable information and resources for our community. We are committed to helping families make informed decisions about paying for college. This workshop is relevant for families who can qualify for financial aid and those who cannot. 

We believe our workshop is an experience, and we want to ensure the best possible results. The key is to spread the word early and often. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out. We look forward to being a resource for you!" ~The College Funding Coach~ 

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Usted está invitado a un Taller en  español para Padres ofrecido por The College Funding Coach, el jueves 16 de marzo de 6 a 7:30 PM en la biblioteca de Daniels Run. El tema será:  “Secretos Poco Conocidos para Pagar la Universidad”.  Por favor abra el panfleto adjunto y regístrese en el enlace o ingrese a este  Enlace

Necesitamos saber cuantas personas vienen y si necesita cuidado para niños también necesitamos saber para cuantos. Si no puede ingresar al enlace, comuníquese conmigo al 703-279-8408 o mdmateus@fcps.edu 

 

No se pierda esta maravillosa oportunidad de comenzar a planear para el futuro de su hijo. 

 

“Desde 2002, nuestra organización ha ayudado a familias a navegar los matices de ahorrar y pagar la universidad.  Ya sea que el niño tenga 1 o 21 años, queremos brindar información y recursos valiosos para nuestra comunidad.  Estamos comprometidos a ayudar a las familias a tomar decisiones informadas sore el pago de la universidad. Este taller es relevante para familias que pueden calificar para ayuda financiera y aquellas que no pueden. Creemos que nuestro taller es una experiencia y queremos asegurar los mejores resultados posibles.  La clave es correr la voz temprano y con frecuencia. ¡Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud comuníquese con nosotros Esperamos poder ser un recurso para usted!  ~The College Funding Coach~ 

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Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the Other People Mindset of Identifying and Appreciating the Good in Others. It’s important to deliberately work to identify and appreciate others’ character strengths.

Identifying and appreciating the good in others is a core tenet of the Other People Mindset. This isn’t always what comes naturally. Often, it’s easier to blame others for our problems or find flaws in others to use as excuses for our own jealousy, bitterness, or resentment. The problem is that this negativity usually leads to problems -- for ourselves, for the other person, and for our relationships. 

Identifying and appreciating the good in other people helps you see the world through a more positive -- and less threatening -- lens. If you’re constantly seeing the negative traits of people, you’re going to think the world is comprised of bad people -- and you’re going to operate from a defensive posture. This isn’t to say that we should be naive or see the world, and its people, through “rose-colored glasses.” It’s just that we should strive to understand people’s intent. If you see the good in another, they are likely to see the good in you.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!


Important Dates 

March 27- PTA Meeting, 7:00pm

March 30 - International Night 

April 3-7 - Spring Break