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Roadrunner Rundown
September 16, 2024
Principal's Message
Dear Marshall Road Families,
Thank you so much for your input as we plan for the first 3 hour release which will take place next Monday, September 23. Students will have lunch prior to the early dismissal. Students leaving early will be released at 1:05 pm and those staying will be released at the regular time of 4:05 pm so student pickup times at the bus stops, Kiss & Ride lane and doors for walkers should be adjusted accordingly.
Regarding cell phones and smartwatches, the FCPS official policy is “Away for The Day.” Students in Grades 3-6 were reminded during their SR&R lessons that all cell phones should be turned off and stored in their backpacks during the school day. Any students with smart watches can wear their watch as long as it is not connected to WiFi (ideally in airplane mode). Students should only be using their smart watch as a watch. If you need to contact your child please call the school and we will have your student come to the office.
We do not allow edible treats of any kind to be brought to school to share with other students in the cafeteria or classroom for your child’s birthday or for any other occasion. You are welcome to recognize your child’s birthday at school by donating a book to the classroom library or sending in pencils or stickers for the students in the classroom. Please respect the school’s request and find creative, non-edible ways to celebrate birthdays at school. This eliminates issues with allergies and unhealthy foods but also protects instructional time.
We are proud to share that the Thoreau Middle School Band was selected for the VMA award! They are one out of two middle schools that were selected. The music programs at MRES are a stepping stone for this type of honor.
Have a great week!
Matthew Chapman, Toni Nauflett, and Kelly Willis
Administrative Team
School Events and Information
Attendance Matters - Planning a vacation during the school year?
Take a look at the FCPS School Year Calendar to ensure that any trips that you have planned for the school year are on weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is a day toward success.
Holidays are important as is connecting with family and home countries and the cost of travel is a factor but travel during the academic year is considered an unexcused absence by FCPS/VDOE. Contact the attendance office if your child will be absent due to traveling. Families will be contacted by the school after five unexcused absences.
Fall Picture Day
Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, October 10. Pictures will be available for viewing online approximately two weeks following picture day. Pictures may pre-ordered online. Questions about ordering? Email Victor O'Neill at underclass@vosphoto.com.
PTA Update
Become a Runathon Sponsor – Help Support our Biggest Fundraiser!
The 14th Annual Runathon is coming up on November 8 and we are already in the process of designing our new Runathon t-shirt! Do you have a business? Are you looking for a fantastic, local advertising opportunity? Sponsor the Marshall Road Elementary Runathon and have YOUR logo on 1,000 shirts! Your business’ support through a tax-deductible donation will assist us in purchasing a t-shirt for every student, faculty member, and volunteer for this event! T-shirt space is available with two levels of sponsorship (Platinum: $1,000 and Gold: $500). Email Monica at president@marshallroadpta.org to learn more and secure your spot on this year's t-shirt.
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Registration for Fall Enrichments is Still Open
Registration for PTA sponsored fall enrichment classes is open until Tuesday, September 17 at 9:00 pm. Classes and registration information are listed on our PTA enrichment site. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register. Classes have enrollment limits and are filled on a "first-come, first-served" basis. Questions? Email Cheryl at enrichment@marshallroadpta.org.
Dining for Dollars at Big Buns
Have a craving for a great burger? Come on out to BIG BUNS in Vienna on Wednesday, September 18, 4:00 pm-close and Big Buns will donate 20% of sales to MRES. Online orders and deliveries included! No code needed, just mention MRES at checkout. Check out the menu or place an order online at: www.eatbigbuns.com.
MRES Family Picnic
Thank you so much to Kalee McLeod, Ismini Michail and Regina Gimenez who made this event possible! Please help us make our International Night a success as well! Volunteer for this or other events here. Marshall Road’s International Night will be held Friday, October 18th from 5:30-7:30 pm.
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Neurodivergent Community Support Group
In conjunction with the PTA, a few MRES families who have neurodivergent students have started a WhatsApp group. The objective of the group is to share information and resources, as well as ask questions, share doubts or concerns, advocate, etc. The group is open to anyone who would want to join. We hope you will consider joining and working together to strengthen the neurodivergent community at MRES. You can join the group using this link.
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MRES Staff Spotlight
Mr. Rich, our building supervisor, has won the PTA priority parking spot for the week! Mr. Rich has been working at MRES since 2017. He enjoys roller skating and spending time with his 6 children. Mr. Rich can always be seen greeting the students with fist-bumps, high fives and of course a smile.
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Stay Informed and Get Connected
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Pyramid Happenings
Madison Robotics Kids' STEM Camp
The Madison Robotics Team is offering a Kids' Day Camp for 3rd-6th graders on Saturday, October 12. Kids will participate in STEM activities, games, see a demo of a robot, and get a tour of the Robotics Room. Those who attend could one day be the future of Madison Robotics! Enrollment is limited to 50 kids. More details can be found in this flier.
Madison Junior Warhawk Dance Workshop
Madison High School’s Dance Team is sponsoring a Junior Warhawk Dance Workshop!
Who? Open to grades 3-8! No dance experience necessary! Dancers will be grouped by age and also level!
When? Workshop will be held on Saturday, October 5, 9:00 am-12:00 pm. There will be an optional performance offered on Thursday, October 10 at the Varsity Football game at 7:00 pm. Arrival time will be 6:00 pm for the game. Workshop includes a performance t-shirt, which will be worn at the game on October 10!
Where? The workshop will be held in the JMHS Dance Room and gym. Participants will meet in the gym prior to the game on October 10. Dancers will be escorted into the game by the JMHS Dance Team and coaches.
Need more details? Want to register? Scan the QR code on the flier or email madisonwarhawkdanceteam@gmail.com.
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