Roadrunner Rundown - 2/20/24

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Dear Marshall Road Families,

While the lack of snow this weekend might have been a disappointment for those hoping to sled or hibernate at home, we hope the extra time spent with family and friends was enjoyed by all.

Last week FCPS Office of Safety and Security Staff led a training session with our staff who are members of the Crisis Management Team.  We meet annually to ensure that we are prepared in case of an emergency.  Below is a video we were asked to share with parents so that you are familiar with the terms and plans in case of an emergency.

FCPS Security Terms on YouTube

I look forward to chatting with you on Wednesday at 6:30 pm when I will explain our GreatSchools rating as well as data that I believe defines MRES.

Have a great week.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Yearbook Sales

Yearbook sales have begun and pre-orders will be accepted through April 12.  Online orders can be placed using this Yearbook Order Form.  If you would prefer to pay $20.00 by cash or check, make checks payable to Marshall Road Elementary School, place cash or check in an envelope and write your child’s name, teacher name and YEARBOOK on the envelope.  Each yearbook is packed with candid photos, memories of the 2023-2024 school year, staff photos and individual photos of each student by grade level.  There will be a limited number of yearbooks available for purchase after all the prepaid orders are distributed during the last week of school.

Spring Portraits and Class Photos

Spring Pictures will be taken on Wednesday, March 6.  You will be able to view and order your child’s photos in their online gallery approximately ten days after picture day.  If you have any questions leading up to picture day, please reach out to Victor O’Neill Studios by emailing Underclass@vosphoto.com.

Student Intention Forms

Moving this summer?  If your family plans include relocation, please notify us by completing this intention form and send it to Shelly Koshuta – mmarcumkoshu@fcps.edu at your earliest convenience.

PTA Update

PTA Meeting

Our next PTA meeting & Chat with Chapman will be hybrid this Wednesday, February 21, 6:30 pm.  Join us virtually or in-person in the school library.  We will elect a Nominations Committee and hear from Mr. Chapman. 

Please use this zoom link to join.

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972

Passcode: 319256 

Visit our Scholastic Book Fair Next Week! 

Come revisit old favorites and explore new titles!  Every dollar you spend will directly benefit Marshall Road Elementary.   

Book Fair Hours:

Monday, February 26–Friday, March 1, 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Family Reading Night:

Wednesday, February 28, 5:00-7:00 pm 

Families are welcome to shop in-person before or after school throughout the week or at our Family Reading Night on Wednesday, February 28.  Students will also have an opportunity to shop during the school day.   Purchases can be made by cash, credit card, check (payable to Marshall Road PTA), or eWallet.  

eWallet: Setting up an eWallet for your student empowers them to choose their own books and effortlessly check out at the Book Fair.  Any leftover funds can be saved for future Fairs.  Visit our school’s Book Fair homepage to learn more or to set up an eWallet account.     

Donate to Share the Fair: Scholastic’s All for Books is now Share the Fair, a program designed to ensure that every kid in school gets to experience the Book Fair.  Please consider rounding up your purchase, donating your extra change, or contributing to the MRES Share the Fair eWallet.  All money collected for Share the Fair will be used to buy books for students who may not otherwise be able to purchase them.   

Volunteer: There are still several spots open to volunteer.  Sign up for a Book Fair shift and help make this event a success! Contact Jill or Komal with questions at bookfair@marshallroadpta.org. 

Save the Date for Family Reading Night 

As part of Read Across America Week we will host a Family Reading Night on Wednesday, February 28, 5:00-7:00 pm.  Special guests will read stories; author/illustrator Zara Gonzalez Hoang will give a drawing demonstration; the Book Fair will be open; and more!   A representative from the Patrick Henry Library will also provide information on library programs and help students sign up for library cards.  We hope you can join us. See Flyer.

Stay Informed and Get Connected! 

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.