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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
December 18, 2024
🗓️ Calendar Reminder
❄️ Winter Break (Student Holiday)
Winter break is Monday, December 23, 2025 through Friday, January 3, 2025.
Classes resume on Monday, January 6, 2025. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year!
See the complete school year calendar.
IN THIS ISSUE
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Message from our VRES Staff
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Westfield Pyramid Kindness T-Shirts
- Outdoor Recess Reminder
- Viking Shop
- FCPS Cares
- Positivity Project at Virginia Run
- Get 2 Green Parent Volunteers Needed
- Distribution of Literature and Fliers
- Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
- PTA Meeting Dates
- VRES Yearbook Photos Needed!
- PTA Fundraisers - Chick-fil-A Spirit Night TONIGHT
- Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025-2026
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
- Monthly Lunch Menu
1. Message from our VRES Staff
As we approach the much-anticipated winter break, we want to take a moment to wish you and your loved ones a joyful and restful holiday season. This special time of year offers the perfect opportunity to connect with family and friends, reflect on the year’s accomplishments, and recharge for the exciting months ahead.
We are so grateful for your partnership and the incredible support you show to our students, staff, and school community. Your dedication makes Virginia Run Elementary School a truly wonderful place to learn, grow, and thrive.
From all of us at Virginia Run Elementary, we send our warmest wishes for a safe, happy, and memorable winter break. We look forward to welcoming our students back on January 6 as we continue this fantastic school year together.
Happy Holidays!
The Virginia Run Elementary School Staff
2. Westfield Pyramid Kindness T-Shirts
Westfield Pyramid Schools are committed to promoting kindness, empathy, and inclusion. Schools will celebrate Kindness Week in February and we invite all students and staff in the Westfield Pyramid to wear their “We Choose Kindness” shirts signifying a personal commitment to choosing kindness. We are offering short-sleeve shirts and hooded sweatshirts in black with white and pink ink. Why pink?
The color is based on an anti-bullying campaign started by Travis Price and David Shepherd, who took a stand for a fellow student who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school.
Order forms are due by January 15th and items will be delivered to your child’s classroom by February 7. If you would like to purchase, please complete the form that was sent home in the Wednesday folder (OR order online by using the QR Code below or on the form) and return to Jenna DeKeuster (School Counselor) with checks made out to Virginia Run PTA. We will not be accepting any payment after January 15th.
3. Outdoor Recess Reminder – Stay Warm and Ready!
As the temperatures continue to drop, we want to remind everyone that all Virginia Run students have recess outdoors every day unless there is extreme weather. Outdoor play is a vital part of our students’ daily routine, providing them with an opportunity to be active, enjoy fresh air, and recharge for the remainder of their school day.
To ensure your child is comfortable and ready to enjoy recess, please remember to send them to school dressed for the cold weather. This includes:
- Warm coats
- Gloves or mittens
- Hats
- Other appropriate outdoor attire
Layering is always a good idea, and labeling items can help us reunite misplaced gear with its owner. Thank you for your continued support in keeping our students safe and ready for the colder months ahead. Stay warm!
4. Viking Shop
Our SCA run school store, the Viking Shop is now open! Students can come between 9:00 - 9:10 AM every Tuesday (grades K-2), Wednesday (3rd & 4th) and Thursday (5th & 6th) to purchase pencils, notepads, erasers, croc charms or other goodies. All items are between .25 cents and $2.00. Cash only. Proceeds support the school SCA and help purchase school equipment, as needed.
Young Scholars work with Mrs. Tulk, Ms. Velasco, and Ms. Wade to sculpt their inventions into 3D prototypes.
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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6. Positivity Project at Virginia Run
This week, our school will focus on the character strength of Self-Control. Self-control means having the ability to control your emotions and behaviors. You think before you act.
Having self-control helps people stay calm during tough times and avoid impulsive actions. It doesn’t mean you don’t have thoughts or feelings; it means you can manage them.
When working or gathering in groups, self-control is shown through “self-monitoring.” This means being honest about what works and what doesn’t. Group members adjust their roles to help the group succeed.
To practice and encourage the Other People Mindset at home, please visit the Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families.
7. Get 2 Green Parent Volunteers Needed
Do you have a green thumb? Are you willing to work with students on our Get 2 Green team at Virginia Run? Ms. Berg and Ms. Roberts are looking for 3-4 parent volunteers who are interested in taking care of our Virginia Run Garden.
Please reach out to Ms. Berg. jmberg@fcps.edu, if you are interested.
8. Distribution of Literature and Fliers
To protect our children from becoming little advertisers and mail carriers, FCPS has clearly described the situation under which children may carry announcements home to parents. (Regulation 1367.1) Students may only carry fliers consistent with the mission of the school: education and the welfare of children. All nonprofit organizations are eligible to submit fliers in accordance with the guidelines below. Charitable solicitations, partisan political organizations, and commercial or profit-making enterprises are excluded with the exception of school-business partnerships and events. Students may not carry advertisements. Non-profit organizations such as the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts may only use the backpack system at designated times during the year. The fliers must be representative of something appropriate to the children and not violate any rules of decency, political campaigning, or marketing. These designated times are set by the school principal.
At Virginia Run Elementary, the remaining three dates that Wednesday envelopes may be used for carrying announcements from non-profit organizations are:
January 8th
March 5th
May 8th
**All announcements/fliers must carry the following disclaimer:
These materials are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or this school.
All announcements/fliers must be approved by the administration in advance, allowing at least 3 days turn-around time. Upon receiving approval, the organization is responsible for supplying the copies to the school by the Monday preceding the designated envelope. PTA materials and announcements must also be approved in advance, but are not restricted to, the four dates listed. No materials carried by children may promote improper behavior or political opinion.
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.
2/11 – General Meeting
3/11 – General Meeting
4/8 – General Meeting
5/13- General Meeting
11. VRES Yearbook Photos Needed!
Calling for photos for this year's VRES yearbook! Please send photos from school events since the beginning of the year:
-Welcome Walk
-Back to School Popsicle Party
-First Day of School
-2nd Grade Book Character Parade
-Trunk or Treat
-Fall Fest
-All Concerts (Band, Strings, Chorus, Veteran's Day)
-Field Trips
-Thanksgiving luncheon
-Any candids and any other events that I missed above!
Please send photos via email to Kelly Long at kalong928@yahoo.com.
The PTA is also looking for someone to take on the role of Yearbook Advisor starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Please reach out to Kelly if you might be interested, have any questions or want to learn more about the roll to consider helping out with this school community keepsake! Thank you!
12. PTA Fundraisers
- Chick-fil-A Spirit Night TONIGHT
The Virginia Run ES PTA is sponsoring a Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A in Chantilly on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. Help support Virginia Run by mentioning “Virginia Run ES PTA” before placing your order with a team member OR by placing a mobile order using your Chick-fil-A app using the code “VARUNPTA” when prompted by the Community Care Event pop-up.
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
13. Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025-2026
Curriculum Night
Students and parents are invited to learn about 7th and 8th grade curriculum offered at Stone MS. Curriculum night will include: *Electives Fair in the gym and classrooms *Optional sessions for parents of Multi-lingual Learners, Special Education, and Advanced Academic students.
This is a parent only event.
Elementary Visits
Stone MS counselors will visit our feeder elementary schools to present course selection information to 6th graders on the following days:
February 10: London Towne ES & Bull Run ES
February 11: Virginia Run ES
February 12: Deer Park ES & Non-Feeders
February 13: Cub Run ES
All academic advising information, forms, and timelines are available on our website: https://stonems.fcps.edu/student-services/academic-advising
Tour of Stone (Students only)
All 6th grade students will take a field trip to Stone MS on February 6th. Our program will feature:
*Pep Rally to include student performances to showcase our programs. *Student Panel where students hear from their peer about Stone MS *Student Tour of the building, led by our Stone leadership students.
Counseling Team
Counselors assigned alphabetically by student's last name:
Ms. Katie Marrefi A-G
Mr. Armando Garcia H-O
Ms. Marissa Luper P-Z
Ms. Tami Brumett, Director of Student Services
Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025 - 2026 Flyer
14. Important Upcoming Dates
12/18: Chick-fil-A Spirit Night from 4 - 8 PM
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 PM
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
15. Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
16. Monthly Lunch Menu
Please use this link to view the Virginia Run ES Lunch Menu.
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