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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
October 23, 2024
REMINDER
10/28 - Early Release Monday
Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
IN THIS ISSUE
- AAP Full Time Screening Parent Information Night
- Technology at Home
- Outstanding Staff Nominations
- FCPS Cares
- Positivity Project at Virginia Run
- SCA Service Project
- Veterans Day Collage
- Attention Parents of 4th Graders - Veterans Day Concert
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- Join the VRES PTA
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
- PTA Meeting Dates
- PTA Social Vice President Needed
- Spirit Wear Update
- PTA Fundraisers
- Westfield HS DECA Shoe Drive
- Westfield HS Theatre Student Workshop
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
- Monthly Lunch Menu
1. AAP Full Time Screening Parent Information Night
AAP (Advanced Academic Program) Full Time Screening Parent Information Night
Please join us on Tuesday, October 29 from 7:00 - 8:00 PM, in the VRES Library, to find out more about the winter screening process for full time placement in the Advanced Academic Program.
This information is targeted for families with 2nd – 6th grade students.
Ms. Wade, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, will share information about the screening process and the required components.
The winter referral deadline for level IV referral forms is December 15th 2024.
More information and referral forms can be found here.
Please contact bwade@fcps.edu with any questions.
We would like to thank the PTA, families, students, and staff for the Fall Festival, Book Fair, and Trunk or Treat events this past Friday.
2. Technology at Home
We are excited to share that our school website is a valuable resource that can significantly enhance your child's learning experience both in and out of the classroom. With a wealth of educational materials, interactive tools, and important announcements, our website offers a convenient way to stay connected to your child's academic progress.
You can find our Tech Tools at https://virginiarunes.fcps.edu/resources/tech-tools.
Rylynn, a facility dog, came to visit Virginia Run!!
3. Outstanding Staff Nominations
Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a VRES employee, please use this form to submit your nominations. You may nominate one employee per category.
All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in one or more of the criteria for that award category.
The deadline to submit a nomination is Wednesday, October 30th at 4:00 PM.
Virginia Run Teacher List 2024-2025
If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Coulter at kmcoulter@fcps.edu.
4. 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
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Pre School had fun celebrating Pumpkin Day!
5. Positivity Project at Virginia Run
This week, our school will focus on the character strength of Creativity. Creativity means coming up with new and original ways to think about and do things.
Creative people see the world differently. They are open to new experiences and think independently. They come up with many ideas and pursue them with energy and enthusiasm. Creativity takes courage because sharing original ideas can sometimes lead to criticism.
Creativity is vital to our world! Creative solutions can help resolve conflicts and find compromises that satisfy everyone involved, strengthening relationships. It helps us solve tough problems, create new things, and see the world in fresh ways. Examples include treatments for deadly illnesses, such as cancer, the invention of the cell phone, and the development of solar panels. Imagine life without Impressionist paintings or the creation of airplanes and rocket ships.
To practice and encourage the Other People Mindset at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families.
6. SCA Service Project
The students in the SCA are partnering with the Fairfax Department of Family Services to gather new hygiene products for families in need. If you would like to help, students may bring in the items below from October 14 - October 25. Please consider various ages, genders, and cultural needs. Collection boxes will be in the lobby. Thank you for supporting our students as they demonstrate Ethical and Global Citizenship!
PK/K: Clorox wipes and toilet paper
1st: Shampoo and conditioner
2nd: Other hair products, brushes and combs
3rd: Chapstick and deodorant
4th: Lotion, soap, and body wash
5th: Toothpaste, floss, toothbrushes, and mouthwash
6th: Baby shampoo, wash, and wipes
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Ms. Berg and Mrs. Roberts lead the Get2Green team in discussing and completing the energy use survey with the student Get2Green team.
7. Veterans Day Collage
Every year at Virginia Run, the 4th graders put on a Veterans Day assembly to honor our Veterans from every branch of the military. As a way of honoring our Veterans from the Virginia Run community Ms. Berg, Ms. Adkins and Ms. Tuben will be putting together a collage of pictures of Veterans, past and present, to display from November 6 – November 15. This collage will be on display on the wall near the cafeteria. Feel free to email Ms. Berg (jmberg@fcps.edu) a picture of a Veteran from your family. If you have several Veterans in your family, we welcome multiple pictures. Please be sure to include who the Veteran is in your family (grandpa, aunt, etc.) and their full name and rank. This is for ALL Veterans past and present. If you have a relative who did not return home from their service, please know that we plan to honor these servicemen and women in May for Memorial Day. Please submit all photos by Monday, October 28, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Berg. Thank you!
**Please note that if you have submitted photos in previous years, they will be on display so there is no need to resubmit.
8. Attention Parents of 4th Graders - Veterans Day Concert
Veterans Day is on November 11, 2024. The 4th grader's Veterans Day Concert will be on Friday, November 8th. This program will showcase the entire 4th grade singing in unity to honor the armed forces and our veterans. There will be two performances in the cafeteria on November 8th at 9:45 am and 2:45 pm. Parents are invited to attend the 2:45 pm performance however, if you cannot make that one you are welcome to attend the 9:45 am performance.
Attire for students for both concerts is casual with a patriotic or red, white, and/or blue theme.
 5th Grade took a Field Trip to Luray Caverns!!
9. Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15th to October 15th. It was originally established in 1968 as a week-long celebration by California Congressman George E. Brown. In 1988, President George H.W. Bush expanded the celebration to a full month. This time frame is used to celebrate the cultures and contributions of Hispanics and all Latin Americans. Several Latin American countries celebrate their independence during this time. Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua all celebrate their Independence Day on September 15th. Mexico’s Independence Day is September 16th, and Chile’s Independence Day on September 18th. During this time students of all grade levels learned about different Hispanic and Latin American musicians in music class. This year students learned about Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Carlos Santana, and Selena Quintanilla. We encourage you to talk to your children about who and what they learned during this year’s Hispanic Heritage month and reflect on the impact that Hispanic and Latin American cultures have had on America and American culture.
10. Join the VRES PTA
Join the VRES PTA TODAY! Your dues help fund PTA sponsored events, staff support, and school improvements. You will have access to the school directory, receive newsletters with information regarding events, yearbook pre-order sales, and more! Join by October 2nd to be entered into a raffle. The class with the most memberships wins a popsicle party!
To join, return the form that was sent home in the Wednesday folder with your payment.
PTA Membership Form 24-25 - English
PTA Membership Form 24-25 - Spanish
11. Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Students and staff greatly appreciate the support we receive from the PTA. All parents are encouraged to join the PTA and help make the 2024-2025 school year successful for all students.
PTA Board for 2024-2025:
President: Christina Minogue
Treasurer: Matthew Reklau
Secretary: Laura McAndrews
VP of Fundraising: Amanda Prindle
VP of Education: Kimberly Wilson
VP of Social: Cara Priester
To stay informed regarding all upcoming PTA activities, visit the PTA website at https://vrespta.ptboard.com/.
If you would like to reach the Board, please email VirginiaRunPTA@gmail.com.
12. PTA Meeting Dates for 2024-2025
PTA Meeting Dates for the 2024-2025 school year. Meetings start at 7:00 PM.
11/12 – General Meeting
2/11 – General Meeting
3/11 – General Meeting
4/8 – General Meeting
5/13- General Meeting
13. PTA Social Vice President Needed
The PTA Board needs a Social Vice President! Our current Social VP, Cara Priester, accepted a position as 6th grade teacher at VRES beginning this year. Congratulations Cara! We are thrilled to have her as a teacher, but sad to see her take the step of vacating her PTA Board seat. Thank you for all you did in this role last year!
We’re looking for an individual who thrives on celebrating others! We’re so lucky to have such an amazing staff and we want to ensure that they are recognized. The role of the Social VP is to oversee volunteers and committees to organize social events for our school community and to recognize our teachers and staff in various ways throughout the school year.
If you’re interested in joining our PTA Board, or if you have any questions, please contact Cara Priester at vresvpsocial@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you!
14. Spirit Wear Update
Thank you to those who purchased Spirit Wear!
We are estimating your order should be ready by the first week of November and will be sent home with your student.
We appreciate your patience and thank you for your support!
15. PTA Fundraisers
Would you like to support the VRES PTA, but not have to fuss with any fundraising events this year, guilt-free?! Then this fundraiser is for you! Use the QR code on the flyer that was sent home in the Wednesday folder to support Virginia Run!
Support our school by using Card My Yard Centreville! Our school receives $10 for each order. You will save $10 too. Use the code VRESCVILLE10 when ordering.
Card My Yard Flyer - English
Card My Yard Flyer - Spanish
Support VRES PTA by ordering native plants from the Gardening for Wildlife by the National Wildlife Federation to support pollinators in your yard! 🐝
VRES PTA earns 15% on every sale!
Buy sets of plants pre-created or make your own set!
Pre-order now and plants will ship at the time that is appropriate for your region!
This fundraiser helps us, the environment, and local wildlife. Buy native plants!
The butterflies will thank you! 🦋
Visit Garden for Wildlife to order today!
PTA Board - Garden for Wildlife Fundraiser
16. Westfield HS DECA Shoe Drive
Westfield High School’s DECA is partnering with funds2go to host a shoe collection fundraiser during October and November. Donated shoes should be gently used or new. The shoes collected will be sent to developing countries to help create job opportunities. Funds2go provides over 4,000 micro-entrepreneurs with shoes to serve as inventory for their small businesses. This collection of shoes helps these business owners support their families.
Donations can be dropped off at:
Bull Run Elementary
Virginia Run Elementary
Stone Middle School
Floris Elementary
Oakton High School
Westfield High School
Each school may have placed their drop-off bins in different locations around the school, so make sure to double check that you have the correct drop off location.
Please see the flyer for more information.
WHS DECA Shoe Drive Flyer
17. Westfield HS Theatre Student Workshop
Westfield High School Theatre presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream student workshop. Workshop includes theatre games, snacks, backstage tour, and an immersive high school theatre experience.
Scan QR code on the flyer for FREE registration and for more information.
Where: Westfield High School, 4700 Stonecroft Blvd, Chantilly
Who: 4th - 8th Graders
When: November 1st, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Westfield Theatre-Midsummer Workshop Flyer
www.westfieldtheatre.com
18. Important Upcoming Dates
10/28: Early Release Monday- Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
10/31: End of Quarter 1 - 2 Hour Student Release at 2:00 PM
11/1: Diwali- Student Holiday
11/4: School Planning Day- Student Holiday
11/5: Teacher Workday- Student Holiday
11/11: Veterans Day- Student Holiday
11/21: Thanksgiving Lunch - All Grade Levels - Parents Invited
11/27-11/29: Thanksgiving Break- Student Holiday
12/9: Early Release Monday- Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
12/11: Winter Chorus Concert
12/23-1/3: Winter Break- Student Holiday
1/20: Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday- Student Holiday
1/28: End of Quarter 2
1/29: Teacher Workday- Student Holiday
2/17: Washington’s Birthday and President’s Day- Student Holiday
2/24: Early Release Monday- Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
3/17: Early Release Monday- Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM0
3/28: End of Quarter 3
3/31: Eid-al-Fitr- Student Holiday
4/1: Teacher Workday- Student Holiday
4/14-4/18: Spring Break- Student Holiday
4/28: Early Release Monday- Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
5/19: Early Release Monday- Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
5/26: Memorial Day- Student Holiday
6/9: Westfield High School Graduation at 9:30 AM
6/11: Virginia Run ES 6th Grade Promotion Ceremony at 9:30AM
6/11: Last Day of School- 2 Hour Student Release at 2:00 PM
View the calendar online here: https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/pdf/2024-2025-standard-school-year-calendar.pdf
19. Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
20. Monthly Lunch Menu
Please use this link to view the Virginia Run ES Lunch Menu.
 
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