Dranesville's PTA Newsletter

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Happy spring Dragons! The sun is shining, and we have one more day of school until Spring Break. Whew!


2024 Run-A-Thon Kicks Off on Thursday, April 4th!

We will start collecting donations from April 4th through Friday, May 3rd. This year, we are raising money for new playground equipment! 

Any student who registers on the fundraiser website (coming soon!) and raises $25 by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 7 will earn a Run-A-Thon T-shirt!  

The fun run will be held Monday, April 29th and Tuesday, April 30th. Save the dates and keep an eye out for a volunteer signup!

Run a thon

Spring Chess Club

 

Presented by Snow Chess, this is fun, low-pressure chess instruction and play in a controlled scholastic environment. Interactive lessons are taught by a US Chess Federation experienced adult chess teacher.

When: Tuesday mornings, April 16-June 4

Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

Where: Dranesville Library

Space is limited to the first 20 registrants. Registration opens at 8 a.m. on Friday March 22nd!


Dragon Runners is back for Spring 2024! 

A running program designed for 3rd-6th graders, this exciting program works to strengthen students in body and spirit. The program combines group activities with running and encourages students to live their full potential by inspiring healthy friend, family and community relationships.

When:  Mondays & Wednesdays, March 18 - June 3

Time: 4:15 - 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $45

The program will finish on May 29 with the Dranesville ES 5K, free for all Dragon Runners!

Register here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/dragon-runners 


Reminders

New to school? Join the Facebook Group

Dranesville Elementary parents and teachers are encouraged to join the Dranesville PTA Facebook Group to get the latest updates (between emails!).

Upcoming Events

  • April 4: Run-A-Thon 
  • April 10: PTA Meeting
  • April 12: Chick-fil-A Spirit Day

See the full calendar here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/events

Questions? Email drake@dranesvillepta.com or visit our website at www.dranesvillepta.com.