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PTA Meeting, September 18 at 7 pm in the Library
We hope to see you all at our first PTA meeting of the year! Come by and learn about events already planned and let us know if there are any programs or events you would like to see. If you are going to the Intro to AAP meeting, make sure to stop by afterward! (We will have light snacks.)
Start with Hello Week Septmber 16-20
Start with Hello Week Volunteers (Sept. 16 - 20th)
Parent volunteers are needed this coming Monday to say hello to all students as they enter school! We also need volunteers to help set up on Monday afternoon and on Friday to spread random acts of kindness!
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508054CA5AB29A57-50961247-dranesville
Themes for the week:
- Monday – Welcome Monday
- Tuesday – Take What You Need Tuesday
- Wednesday – Icebreaker Bingo
- Thursday – Meet/Include New Peers
- Friday – Random Acts of Kindness
An initiative of Sandy Hook Promise, Start with Hello Week teaches students how to create a culture of kindness - and increase inclusivity and empathy with their classmates.
Chick-fil-A Spirit Night - Thursday, September 19, 2024
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Come support Dranesville at the North Point Village Chick-fil-A on Thursday, September 19th from 6 AM - 10 PM, by placing a mobile pickup, dine-in, drive-thru or curbside order. When ordering in the store or drive-thru, let the team member know you are here for the spirit event. A donation of 25% of mobile sales ordered through the app will be given to Dranesville. The code is DRAGONS (all caps). |
Buy your tickets today! Loudoun United on October 19
Join your fellow Dranesville families as Loudoun United vs Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, Saturday, October 19, 2024 at 5:45 PM.
Celebrate during this Fan Appreciation Night & stay for the Post-Match Fireworks!
Tell your friends! If we sell 75 tickets, Dranesville’s students will get to sing the National Anthem!
Buy your tickets here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/store/p/loudoun-united-ticket-eb26y
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Before and after School Programs are beginning soon! Check out the options below and register!
Dragon Runners Starts on Monday!
A running program designed for 3rd-6th graders, this program is aimed at strengthening students in body and spirit by combining group activities with running.
Monday & Wednesdays, 4:15 PM - 5:30 PM, September 16 2024 - November 23rd.
Pick up: 5:30 PM promptly - On the blacktop near the playground.
Grades: 3-6
Cost: $45
Register here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/dragon-runners
*Dragon Runners will train for the Herndon Turkey Trot 5K, which will be held on Saturday, November 23rd. The date for the final date practice/pizza party will be posted soon.
MLS GO Soccer League
MLS GO is Major League Soccer’s recreational youth soccer program, with the mission of creating an inclusive and elevated experience for all participants.
The first half of the session will be instructional (practice time), and the second half will be 5 on 5 competitive games. We will be hosting a school vs school event at the end of the session, with participating elementary schools including:
Cost: $160
Grades 1-3:Tuesdays, 4:25 - 5:25 p.m., Sept. 24 - Nov. 19
Grades 4-6:Thursdays, 4:25 - 5:25 p.m., Sept. 19 - Nov. 21
Where: Dranesville Elementary Gym
Learn more & register: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/mls-go-soccer
Snapology
Snapology’s STEAM programs teach through building. Using LEGO® bricks, kids have fun while they learn. Snapology classes are designed based on research that shows children’s best learning experiences come from actively designing, creating, interacting, and inventing.
Dranesville will offer two Snapology sessions in the Fall of 2024:
Grades K-2 - Junior Engineers: Thursdays, 4:25 - 5:25 p.m., Sept. 19 - Nov. 7
Grades 3-6 - Amusement Park Engineering: Thursdays, 4:25 - 5:25 p.m., Sept. 19 - Nov. 7
Cost: $160
Register here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/snapology
Chess Club Hosted by Magnus Academy
Learn chess with Magnus Academy, the five time world champion’s academy! Class time is divided between lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies.
Grades K-6: Tuesdays, 8-9 AM, October 8-December 10
Cost: $189
Register here: https://chessacademy.com/products/dranesville-chess-club
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
- Start with Hello Week: September 16-20th
- PTA Meeting: Wednesday, September 18th
- Chick-Fil-A Spirit Day: Thursday, September 19th from 6 AM - 10 PM
See the full calendar here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/events
Questions? Email drake@dranesvillepta.com or visit our website at www.dranesvillepta.com.
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