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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 30, 2024
Calendar Reminders
Thursday, October 31, is the last day of the first quarter and a two-hour early release for students.
Friday, November 1, is a holiday for Diwali, Dia de los Muertos, and All Saints Day. All schools and offices will be closed.
Schools will be closed for students on Monday, November 4, for a school planning day, and Tuesday, November 5, for a teacher workday.
See the complete school year calendar.
IN THIS ISSUE
- Return your Federal Impact Aid Survey
- Thanksgiving Luncheon
- Viking Math Corner
- Technology at Home
- FCPS Cares
- Testing Notification
- Positivity Project at Virginia Run
- Attention Parents of 4th Graders - Veterans Day Concert
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
- PTA Meeting Dates
- Spirit Wear Update
- VRES Bingo Night
- PTA Fundraisers
- Westfield HS DECA Shoe Drive
- Westfield HS Fall Play
- Westfield HS Theatre Student Workshop
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
- Monthly Lunch Menu
1. Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Please complete it as soon as possible.
Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE by Monday, November 11. Paper forms should be returned by Monday, December 4.
Completing this form for EACH school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
2. Thanksgiving Luncheon
Our Thanksgiving tradition is back! Please join us for the annual Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 21st. Parents of students in K-6 are invited to come and eat lunch with their child on this day. The menu includes the traditional thanksgiving turkey meal.
If you would like to purchase a parent or non-student (sibling) lunch on this day, tickets must be purchased in advance. Lunch tickets are available for purchase through November 18th. The price for parents and non-Virginia Run students is $4.25. Cash or Checks ONLY. Cash must be exact. Any extra monies collected over the lunch amount, will be donated to a local account used for student needs. Please make checks payable to “VRES Cafeteria”. Payment through My School Bucks (MSB) will NOT be available for parent lunch purchase. Students that normally purchase lunch, will have their account charged that day. If a student normally brings lunch but wants to buy, the price is $3.25. This will need to be purchased in advance as well.
Again, we will not be selling tickets on the day of the Thanksgiving lunch. ALL tickets must be purchased in advance.
There will be a change in the lunch time for Kindergarten, 2nd and 5th grade only. All other lunch times will stay the same. Please see the lunch times below:
4th Grade Lunch: 11:00 – 11:30am
3rd Grade Lunch: 11:30 – 12:00pm
6th Grade Lunch: 12:00 – 12:30pm
1st Grade Lunch: 12:30 - 1:00pm
2nd Grade Lunch: 12:50 – 1:20pm
5th Grade Lunch: 1:10 – 1:40pm
Kindergarten: 1:30 – 2:00pm
Thanksgiving Luncheon 2024
3. Viking Math Corner
Goal 3 of the FCPS Strategic Plan is Academic Growth and Excellence. One measurement of this goal is that all students will successfully complete Algebra 1 by 8th grade. The work to support all students to reach this goal begins in Kindergarten. One way we are preparing students in grades K-6 is by noticing and naming Computational Thinking skills in math and discussing how these skills can help us become stronger mathematicians. Computational thinking includes being able to identify and reflect on patterns, models, and steps to problem solve and make connections. Below are the 4 skills we will be focusing on this year (taken from the FCPS planning and pacing guide).
- Pattern analysis: Finding similarities, differences, and repetitions in information.
- Decomposition: Breaking apart contexts and numbers into smaller parts to make the problem easier to solve.
- Algorithmic Thinking: Developing, testing, and improving sequential steps. Note: This is different from traditional “algorithms” in math.
- Abstraction: Simplifying or filtering information, sometimes by creating a model that helps to understand the problem and communicate big ideas.
4. 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.
Virginia Run representing during the Westfield Homecoming parade!
5. 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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It was a beautiful day for the 2nd Grade Book Parade!
6. Testing Notification
The online version of the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test Third Edition (NNAT3) will be administered to all first-grade students on Wednesday, November 20th. It is important that your child attend school on this day. If possible, please avoid scheduling trips or appointments that would take your child out of school during this time period. It is also important that your child has had a good night’s rest and a healthy breakfast before testing.
The NNAT3 is a nonverbal measure of general intellectual ability. The test evaluates a student’s reasoning and problem-solving skills through the identification of patterns involving geometric shapes and pictorial designs. The test is designed to assess ability without requiring the student to read, write, or speak. Students are not expected to know the answers to all questions and will be given opportunities to practice sample items before taking the test. The NNAT3 is an abilities test, so children are not expected to study or prepare for the test the way they would for an achievement test.
Score reports will be provided to parents once scores become available. Typically, these reports are available several months after the test is taken. If you have any questions about this test, please contact the Advanced Academics Resource Teacher (AART), Brittany Wade, or School Test Coordinators, Lauren Arreaza and Kelly Coulter, at your child's school.
It was a beautiful day last Friday for Mrs. Tulk’s class to have a Popsicle Party and celebrate winning the PTA Membership drive 3rd thru 6th grade!
7. Positivity Project at Virginia Run
This week, our school community will focus on the Other People Mindset of Knowing That My Words and Actions Affect Others, which means having an awareness that everything that we say and do can affect others — and our relationships with them.
Whether we speak, email, text, or post, our words and actions can have a positive or negative effect. The words and actions we choose can lift others up or bring them down, and they also impact us. When we all think carefully about our words and actions and show respect and care for those around us, we create a happier and healthier community.
To practice and encourage the Other People Mindset at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families.
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.
 It was a beautiful day last Friday for Mrs. Spezzano’s class to have a Popsicle Party and celebrate winning the PTA Membership drive K thru 2nd!
9. 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.
10. 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
Kindergarten had a blast celebrating Pumpkin Day!
11. 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!
12. VRES Bingo Night
The Virginia Run PTA is hosting Bingo Night on Thursday, November 14, 2024 in the VRES cafeteria at 6:30 PM. Snacks, candy, and drink sales in support of the Sixth Grad Celebration begin at 6:00 PM.
Registration Options:
- Complete form sent home in the Wednesday folder and send in with payment in an envelope marked PTA Bingo Night. Checks made payable to “Virginia Run PTA”.
- Pay at the door. Zelle, Paypal, and Venmo will be accepted. There will be a QR code set up to scan for your convenience.
Every student should be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Contact Cara Priester at vresvpsocial@gmail.com or Donna-Rose Dingee at donnarose1215@yahoo.com.
VRES BINGO NIGHT Fall 2024
13. 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
14. 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
15. Westfield HS Fall Play
Westfield High School Theatre PresentsA Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare
Nov. 7, 8 and 9 at 7 pm and Nov. 9 at 2 pm
Tickets: $15 adult, $10 student. All seats reserved.
A Midsummer Night's Dream Poster
All info found at www.westfieldtheatre.com.
16. 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
17. Important Upcoming Dates
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
18. Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
19. Monthly Lunch Menu
Please use this link to view the Virginia Run ES Lunch Menu.
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