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A Note from the Principal
Hello Families,
I am happy to share that our fifth and sixth-grade chorus delivered an exceptional performance of several Veteran's Day songs last Friday. Their heartfelt tribute to our community's veterans was truly moving, and we extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served.
As a gentle reminder, please ensure you bring a valid picture ID when visiting the school office. While digital IDs are convenient, having a physical ID is essential for our registration process. This practice is fundamental to maintaining the safety and security of our students and school environment.
We are excited to invite you to the upcoming Principal's Coffee on November 21st at 9:15 AM. This gathering presents a wonderful opportunity to engage in discussions about our new reading program from Kathy Shankle, our Reading Resource Teacher. We look forward to a productive conversation.
Thank you sincerely for your continued support and involvement in our school community. Wishing you a fantastic week ahead!
Warm regards,
Susan Mullen, Principal
Daniels Run Elementary School
PTA News
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.
For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, we will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, 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.
Need to Register for ParentVUE?
Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey.
Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).
City of Fairfax residents! Learn about the school bond referendum on the November 5 ballot. Go to www.CityofFairfaxSchools for more information or submit a question.
Area Orchestra Opportunity
🎵 Your 5th or 6th grade strings student has an opportunity to Join Area Orchestra. We meet at Katherine Johnson Middle School on the following dates (11/13, 11/20, 12/11 from 6:00-7:00 with the performance on 12/17 at 7pm at Katherine Johnson Middle School. This is a fun opportunity to learn and grow on your instrument and make new friends. Registration is in the following link https://forms.gle/EzDugDJsqbPyU4qQ9 . There is a $10 fee to be paid at the first rehearsal, checks made out to KJMS.
If you have any questions, please contact Anna Sengstack. AMSengstack@fcps.edu.
P2 News
Dear Families,
Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Bravery. Bravery means you act with mental, moral, or physical strength, even when you know things are difficult or scary.
Bravery refers to voluntary (not coerced) action in the face of a dangerous circumstance. This strength involves judgment; the brave person must have an understanding of the risks and consequences involved in acting. According to Socrates and Plato, forethought separates acts of valor from acts of rashness. This means that bravery isn’t simply fearlessness but instead the overcoming of fear.
Overcoming fears is critically important in individual development, as it allows the person to do more and become more. A person can be brave every single day. For example, some people with social anxiety are brave just by leaving their houses and talking with people. On a physical level, bravery allows us to overcome fears, such as swimming or playing a sport. And, on a moral level, doing what we know to be right, despite the risks, gives us the sense that we are acting on behalf of a larger purpose.
To practice and encourage the character strength of bravery at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.
Thank you for your support!
Yearbook Help Needed
Do you attend student activities at DRES and enjoying taking pictures?
We are looking for volunteers to support our yearbook coordinator, primarily taking and collecting pictures throughout the year. No special skills, cameras or equipment needed. Aside from uploading your pictures, no additional time required (unless you'd like to help with design too!).
If you are interested, please reach out to Angie Xhakolli at angelaxhakolli@gmail.com.
Music News
🎵 The November Musician of the Month is Jeremy Dutcher. They are a classically trained tenor, composer & musicologist. Jeremy Dutcher is Canadian and a member of the Neqotkuk (Tobique) First Nation. Their music is a fusion of indigenous, classical, jazz, rock and pop.
Veteran's Day
Veterans Day: A big thank you to our veterans, reserves and active military that protect and serve our country! Friday over the school intercom, 5th & 6th Grade Chorus sang an Armed Forces Medley to honor our military. If you are or have a family member that serves or has served in the US armed forces, please click here. We want to honor you on the Veterans Day display in the café. Your information will be written on a star and placed on a Veteran's Day display in the café. If you filled it out last year, you do not need to complete it again.
FCPS Calendar
 FCPS School Calendar 2024-2025
Important Dates
November 11- Veterans Day/ No School
November 13- PTA Meeting
November 22- Thanksgiving Luncheon
November 27-29- Thanksgiving Break
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