Dranesville's PTA Newsletter

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Hey hey! Our 2024 Run-a-thon is off to an amazing start! As of this newsletter writing, we have raised more than $11,000! Way to go Dragons! We have another incentive for you starting tomorrow!


2024 Run-a-Thon: Raise $$, Win Passes to LEGO Discovery Center

Lego Discovery

 

Any student who collects a donation of any amount this Friday though Sunday will be entered into a raffle for 2 free passes to the LEGO Discovery Center

Our fundraising goal this year is $20,000 for new playground equipment! We are more than 50% there! 

Parents, register here: Parent registration link 

School webpage: Run-A-Thon 

Save the date for the Fun Run!

The fun run will be held Monday, April 29th and Tuesday, April 30th. We will need volunteers to help make this event run smoothly. Save the dates and keep an eye out for a volunteer signup!


Chick-Fil-A Spirit Day this Friday! 

Come support Dranesville Elementary by placing a mobile pickup, dine-in, Drive-thru or curbside order this Friday, April 12th at the North Point Village Chick-fil-A! The code to enter when ordering is DRAGONS (all caps). If you order in the store or at drive-thru, let the team member know you are here for the Spirit event!

Chick fil A Spirit Day

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. Register here!


Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10

Mark your calendars for Staff Appreciation Week! On May 9th, the PTA wants to show our amazing staff with gift cards to show them how much we appreciate their work and dedication. 

Staff Appreciation Week

Here's where you come in: If you have any gift cards lying around that you won't use or would love to donate to our DES Staff, or if you’d like to purchase a gift card to contribute, we'd be incredibly grateful for your generosity.

Any gift card donations may be sent in with your child by May 2nd. Place all gift cards in an envelope clearly marked with "DES SAW" and sent to the main office. Thank you!


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 - May 3: Run-a-Thon Fundraiser
  • April 12: Chick-fil-A Spirit Day
  • April 29-30: Run-a-Thon Fun Run
  • May 6-10: Staff Appreciation Week

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

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