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School Hours: 9:15 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday
School building opens for students at 9:00 am
Office: 703-988-8900
Attendance: 703-988-8989
March 8, 2024
IN THIS ISSUE
- March 10th Daylight Saving Time Begins
- SOL Spring Schedule
- The Positivity Project at Virginia Run Elementary
- Family Engagement Survey
- Kindergarten and New Student Registration
- Recognize Our VRES Staff Who Go Above and Beyond
- March PTA Meeting
- Picture Day Volunteers
- Survey of Preschool Children
- Volleyball Game - Virginia Run vs. Cub Run!
- Pizza and Chicken Sandwich Pre-order for Volleyball Game
- Virginia Run ES 9th Annual Viking Dash
- Yearbook Photos Needed
- Yearbooks are on Sale!
- March Technology Advice
- 2024 Summer P.E. Sports Camp
- Box Tops for Education
- School Lunch Menu Options
- Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
- Virginia Run Children’s Consignment Sale
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
1. March 10th Daylight Saving Time Begins
Sunday, March 10, at 2 a.m., daylight saving time begins. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour!
As a result of the time change, some students may be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors, or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes. Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up and not to run into the street or cross between parked cars.
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2. SOL Spring Schedule
Please see below for the spring SOL schedule. A passing score is anything between 400-600. Any student who does not pass the SOL and scores in the range of 375-399 will have the opportunity to retake the Math, Reading, and Science SOL. Retakes will be held from May 28th to 31st. If you do not want your child to retake an SOL, please reach out to your teacher via email to let them know.
3rd Grade:
- Reading SOL May 1st
- Math SOL May 16th
4th Grade:
- Reading SOL May 1st
- Math SOL May 16th
5th Grade:
- Integrated Reading Writing SOL April 18th
- Reading SOL May 2nd
- Math SOL May 15th
- Science SOL May 22nd
6th Grade:
- Reading SOL May 2nd
- Math SOL May 15th
3. The Positivity Project
Weekly character strength for March 11-15:
 This 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.
4. Family Engagement Survey
Participate today!
Your voice matters!
Share your thoughts around important topics impacting your student’s success.By participating in the Family Engagement Survey, parents/caregivers are making their voices heard. Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment
- Communication
- Student success
- Advocacy
- Family and school partnerships
- Community partnerships
Help us better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
TAKE THE SURVEY!
Visit the Family Engagement Survey webpage for more information.
5. Kindergarten and New Student Registration
Calling All New Vikings!
Virginia law requires that all children who will be 5 years old on or before September 30, 2024, must be enrolled in kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. If you do not wish your child to attend school until the following year, you must notify the school in writing.
If you have a child who will attend Virginia Run Elementary next year, please contact Betty Bancroft to register. This will allow accurate numbers for staffing and classes next year!
Register your child by:
For more information on registration requirements please visit https://www.fcps.edu/registration/kindergarten-registration
General kindergarten information can be found at https://www.fcps.edu/academics/elementary-school-academics-k-6/kindergarten
Please spread the word to your neighbors who will have children attending Virginia Run ES.
6. Recognize Our VRES Staff Who Go Above and Beyond
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for parents, 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, specifically at Virginia Run!
submit your story
7. PTA Meeting
Come join us for the next PTA meeting on Tuesday March 12, 2024 at 7:00pm in the Library. Here is the link for anyone that can't attend in person.https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWMzNGQyOWQtOTViZS00YzU5LTgzNTktZWZiNWM0NjFkNTJk%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2265c79b90-e2d0-4207-867b-013347260f93%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%229dc70e27-fe46-4093-88f2-a549b974c660%22%7d
8. Picture Day Volunteers
Our Spring Picture Day will be on Thursday, March 21, 2024. We need at least 3 volunteers for this day. You can choose a full day shift or a half day shift. Volunteers will receive a voucher that they can use towards their picture purchase.
Full Day - 9:15 am - 3:00 pm
Half Day - 9:15 am - 12:00 pm OR 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
If you would like to volunteer, please email Shannon Soria at srsoria@fcps.edu.
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9. Survey of Preschool Children
If you have a child who will be eligible for kindergarten next year, please complete the form (Form IT-112) and return it to school via your child’s teacher no later than March 22, 2024. A child is eligible for kindergarten if the child reaches his or her fifth birthday on or before September 30, 2024.
We will use the information to estimate the number of students, teachers, and classrooms that we will have for the 2024-2025 school year. It is very important that we get this information from you now, even if your plans change before next year.
There is also another way that you can help. If you know of children in your neighborhood who do not have older brothers and sisters in school, please share this letter with the parents so that they can complete the form also.
We appreciate your help in planning for next year. Thank you!
Survey of Preschool Children Form IT-112
10. Volleyball Game - Virginia Run vs. Cub Run!
The Virginia Run vs. Cub Run Volleyball Game will be held on Friday, April 5, 2024 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm in the Westfield High School Gym! Admission is FREE!
Dress in our school colors, wave your pompoms and bring your homemade banners to cheer on your teachers and 6th grade friends as Virginia Run takes on Cub Rub in Volleyball!
Also featuring:
Virginia Run Cheerleaders
Victor Viking and the Mascot Dance-off
Pizza and Concessions (pre-order pizza starts at 6:30)
Pompoms and spirit wear will be sold at the door
while supplies last.
*** Children MUST be accompanied by an adult.
No child should be dropped off and left unsupervised. ***
Pizza and concessions will be provided by the 6th grade celebration committee.
Contact Heather Ervin at heyheatherrice@hotmail.com or Kelly Long at kalong928@yahoo.com with questions.
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11. Pizza and Chicken Sandwich Pre-order for Volleyball Game
Pizza and chicken sandwiches will be available for pre-order for the Virginia Run Volleyball Game at Westfield High School on Friday, April 5, 2024.
Order forms will go home in next week's Wednesday folder.
Paper forms are due by Friday, March 22nd. Online orders are due by Thursday, March 28th.
Drinks and Concessions will be sold the night of the event.
Proceeds will go to the 6th Grade Celebration.
Volleyball Food PreOrder Form 2024
Ms. Morsch’s class learns about adding fractions with like denominators.
12. Virginia Run ES 9th Annual Viking Dash
Don’t miss this exciting event!
Friday April 26th, 2024
Save the date on your calendar now!
Viking Dash participants can walk, run or dance through the neighborhood streets on our 1.7-mile course – with shortcuts available!
Challenge yourself with a variety of (optional) fun obstacles concluding with a large inflatable obstacle slide.
Then enjoy our finish line party where participants will get a large slice of pizza, fresh fruit and a yummy frozen treat. Show your spirit by wearing your Viking Dash shirt and kick your heels up with our live DJ!
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All Viking Dash registrants receive:
⮚ Participation in all Viking Dash activities including
- The Obstacle Course
- The Inflatable Obstacle Slide
- The Finish Line Party
⮚ Viking Dash T-Shirt
⮚ Fresh fruit and slice of pizza
⮚ Yummy frozen treat
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Parents are strongly encouraged to participate in this school community event along with their children. Wheelchairs and strollers are welcome. It’s a great way to spend a Friday night with your family!
This is a rain or shine event. If necessary, we will move inside the school building.
To register online, volunteer to help with this event or for Frequently Asked Questions, visit https://vrespta.ptboard.com/.
The Viking Dash is a PTA sponsored event. All proceeds will benefit the Virginia Run PTA so that they may offer after school activities, field trip support, in-school educational events, teacher mini-grants, professional development, stipends and technology support.
13. Yearbook Photos Needed
Please continue to send photos for the yearbook of VRES events, field trips, and classroom activities (presentations, PJ day, etc) for the yearbook! Photos will be collected through late March and can be emailed to Kelly Long at kalong928@yahoo.com.
14. Yearbooks are on Sale!
Pre-order your 2023-2024 Virginia Run Elementary School Yearbook now to guarantee a copy when yearbooks are distributed in June. Paper flyers were sent home in the Wednesday folder with standard pricing. Any questions, please contact Kelly Long kalong928@yahoo.com.
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob
School code 5662224
15. March Technology Advice
This month, parents can read the article to learn practical tips for easing kids' social media anxiety. The Spanish version can be found here.
Please also consider filling out this Google form and let us know how we can continue to support you at home with your child’s technology needs.
16. 2024 Summer P.E. Sports Camp
Our 2024 Summer P.E. Sports Camp is Monday, June 24, 2024 - Thursday, June 27, 2024. This 4-day camp at Virginia Run ES will offer a variety of different sports and activities for students in all grades. This camp is open to all VRES students in grades K - 6.
Contact VRES P.E. Instructor, Scott Rosenfeld, if you have any questions: ssrosenfeld@fcps.edu
Cost: $120 per participant
Register and Pay Online:
https://vrespta.ptboard.com/formvw/form?store=4128&form=20
REGISTRATION IS DUE BY MAY 24TH!
Registration Questions? Contact Kimberly Wilson: kkohlenbush@gmail.com
P.E. Summer Camp 2024 Flyer
17. Box Tops for Education
 Box Tops is a fast and easy way to support VRES! Our goal is to earn $1,000 through the Box Tops app this year!
Here’s how you can help us reach our goal:
18. School Lunch Menu Options
FCPS' Food and Nutrition Services team has been rolling out improvements to the menu that better reflect the diversity of our student body and focus on fresh, healthy food. Learn about FCPS’ new menu options.
See what is for breakfast and lunch at Virginia Run ES.
19. Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent in kindergarten and 1st grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of 3rd grade.
20. Virginia Run Children's Consignment Sale
Saturday, March 9th, 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
(½ price on selected items 12:30-1:30 pm)
Virginia Run Community Center, 15355 Wetherburn Court
Our Spring Children’s Consignment Sale will feature clothing, swimsuits, shoes, sandals, etc. in sizes infant to 16 in excellent condition.
We also have gently used maternity clothes, toys, baby equipment, bikes, books, puzzles, games, sports equipment, and riding toys.
All are priced well below retail or resale shops!
A portion of proceeds support needs within our community including the VRES PTA.
These materials are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or this school.
21. Important Upcoming Dates
3/11: FCPS Religious & Cultural Observance-First day of Ramadan
3/12: PTA Meeting, 7 pm
3/19: 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, 5th & 6th grades
3/21: Spring Picture Day
3/25-3/29: Spring Break
4/1: Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
4/2: Staff Development Day - Student Holiday
4/5: VRES vs Cub Run Volleyball Game, WHS, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
4/9: FCPS Religious & Cultural Observance-Eid al Fitr at sundown
4/10: Student Holiday
4/22: FCPS Religious & Cultural Observance-First evening of Passover at Sundown
4/23: FCPS Religious & Cultural Observance-Second evening of Passover
4/24: FCPS Religious & Cultural Observance-Theravada New Year
4/25: Packet Pick-up for Viking Dash, 5:00 - 6:00 pm
4/26: Viking Dash, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm; Packet Pick-up, 5:30 - 6:00 pm
5/3: Teacher Workday
5/8: Spring Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
5/9: Science Quest, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
5/27: Student Holiday
6/5: Band Concert, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
6/6: Strings Concert, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
6/11: 6th Grade Celebration
6/12: 6th Grade Promotion, 9:45 am
6/12: Last Day of School - 2hr Early Release
22. Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
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