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 Quarter 2 Cubbie C.A.R.E.S. winners! These students were nominated by teachers and staff for displaying C.A.R.E.S. expectations.
 During our assemblies on Monday,our quarter 2 C.A.R.E.S. recipients got to silly-string Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider and other staff members thanks to our Cubbies earning 2,500 tickets!
Upcoming Dates
February 3-7: National School Counseling Week
February 5: Second Quarter Progress Reports in Folders & ParentVue
February 6: Spelling Bee
February 10-14: Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week
February 10: Military Family Potluck- 6:00pm
February 12: 100th Day of School!
February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)
February 14: Principals’ Walking Club- 8:05am; Gym & PTA Staff Appreciation Breakfast
February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day
February 22: PTA Fun on Ice with Family & Friends - 1:10-300pm; Reston SkateQuest
February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm
Cubbie News
Dear Cub Run Families and Friends,
We kicked off our week and second semester with our C.A.R.E.S. assemblies! It was great to come together as a school community to reconnect and reinforce our school-wide C.A.R.E.S. expectations. Our awesome students shared their voices focused on each expectation and reflected on the impact of our school-wide expectations on our school culture. Our second quarter C.A.R.E.S. students were recognized and then had the opportunity to silly string us and many of our teachers and staff! Please join us in continuing to talk with our students about our C.A.R.E.S. expectations and how our Cubbies can demonstrate these behaviors each day.
During the week of February 10-14, we will be participating in our Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week. We will join the other schools in our pyramid as we focus on kindness throughout the week. Kindness will be the focus of our Positivity Project lessons, our counseling lessons, and various projects. Please see the graphic below for our Kindness Week spirit days!
Warm Regards,
Melissa Miller, Principal
Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal
Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week
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National School Counseling Week
This week is National School Counseling Week which highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve success in school. We are grateful for the efforts of our school counselors, Mrs. Buesing and Mrs. Jackson, as they support our Cubbies in a variety of ways throughout the school day. We are thankful for the support our counselors provide to our Cubbies, staff, and families! Please join us in thanking them for their contributions to our school community.
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Thank you to our Crossing Guard!
Today is Crossing Guard Appreciation Day and we are thankful to Mr. John Guyette for all he does to keep our Cubbies safe!
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Principals’ Walking Club
Our next Principals’ Walking Club is on Friday, February 14 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charms for attending. We hope to see you on February 14!
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Early Release Monday-February 24
Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, February 24. We will dismiss at 12:25pm. Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure (staying or leaving at the early release) as you indicated for the last early release in December.
Thank you for completing the previous Google forms to communicate your dismissal plans. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for February 24, please use this updated form by Tuesday, February 18. If you have any questions, please contact the main office.
Cub Run Connect & Learn Night!
Please join us on March 12th from 6:00-7:30 pm for Cub Run’s Connect and Learn Night! In addition to the PTA-sponsored Science Fair, you are invited to connect and engage with other families while you learn about ways to help your child practice a variety of skills at home in math, language arts, and social-emotional wellness. We will also have interactive stations where students can “show that they know” as they make estimations and use their critical and creative thinking skills. We hope to see you there!
Personal Electronic Devices
As some students returned from break with new devices, we want to send a friendly reminder to review the SR&R Guidelines with your students. In elementary schools, phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when phone use is prohibited. Please reach out to our administrative team if you have any questions.
Positivity Project
This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Prudence. Prudence means you plan for the future and achieve your goals by making careful everyday choices.
Prudence is about doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons. It's a way of thinking ahead, setting goals, making plans, and having the discipline to follow through. It’s more about using your head than your heart.
Prudence helps with managing yourself effectively. Whether aiming for a sports record, getting good grades, or saving for something special, you need to plan ahead and stay focused. Even with a plan, you must resist temptations that might distract you. Prudence gives you the wisdom to use the right strengths at the right time to achieve your goals.
To practice and encourage the character strength of prudence 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!
Kindergarten Registration
FCPS registration is now available for rising kindergarten students. Your student must have turned 5 years old by 09/30/2025 to be eligible to be registered.
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
💻Try Online Registration
Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open for parents/caregivers.
When registering, parents/caregivers will create (or log into an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Follow the instructions on the page and complete the registration process.
Once you have submitted the registration packet online, our Student Information Assistant (SIA) Mrs. Namrata Saxena will contact you via email to set up an appointment to meet her in person. You can also reach her at 703-633-7500.
If you need a paper copy of the registration packet, it can be picked up at the front office.
PTA News
Military Family Potluck
PTA Meeting-February 13
Mark your calendars and get your appetites ready! You're invited to our General Meeting on Thursday, February 13th at 7:00pm, featuring a chili cook-off! Join other PTA members in the library to connect with others in our community, hear important updates, and most importantly, taste some amazing chili. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just love a good bowl, we encourage everyone to participate in the cook-off. Even if cooking isn't your thing, come hungry and ready to vote for your favorite chili! We can't wait to see you there for an evening of community, delicious food, information and fun.
Join the PTA Board
We're looking for enthusiastic parents and guardians to join our PTA Board! Serving on the board is a great way to get involved in your child's school and make a positive impact on our school community. If you're interested in joining, please contact Stephanie and Dan at volunteer@cubrunpta.org or speak to a board member at our upcoming General Meeting and chili cook-off in February.
Join a Planning Team
Help is needed for both the Spring Fling and Volleyball Night. If you are interested in joining one or both of these teams, please reach out to Steph and Dan at volunteer@cubrunpta.org or speak to a board member at our upcoming General Meeting and chili cook-off in February.
Teacher and Staff Breakfast
Please click here to donate for the staff breakfast.
Ice Skating Event
Science Fair
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FY 2026 Proposed Budget
- Student-Driven Lunch Menus
- Inclusion Awards Nominations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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Black History Month
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Black History Month Celebration
FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School.
The event begins with a light reception, followed by a formal program, “From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future.” The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community.
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For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.
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VSBA School Board Appreciation Month
Thank you to the Fairfax County School Board for all they do throughout the year. Want to contact your school board representatives to share your appreciation? Visit their website to find your school board member and contact them.
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President's Day (Holiday)
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Ramadan
Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal, Mrs. Miller at mhmiller@fcps.edu regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.
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Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Parents/Guardians have a huge influence on students when it comes to attendance. Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help students do well in high school, college, and at work.
During the school year...
- Maintain regular bedtime and morning routines to help your child develop a habit of on-time attendance.
- Talk to your child about why going to school everyday is important unless they are sick.
- Don’t let your child stay home unless they are truly sick.
- If your child seems reluctant to go to school, find out why and talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make him feel comfortable and excited about learning. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
- When possible, avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.
- Reach out to your child’s teacher or school counselor if you are experiencing tough times such as unstable housing, transportation or health problems.
Reminders
Elementary School Language Arts Progress Reports
As we shared earlier this year, our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).
Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. Students are not expected to master all of their grade-level standards until later in the year. By monitoring grades in each standard the whole school year, you can get a clearer picture of areas where they need to grow most, as well as their overall progress in literacy. The goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.
This means that when you get your child’s progress report, it might continue to look different, especially in the area of language arts. Your child is continuing to be assessed on end of the year standards with our new language arts curriculum. The second quarter progress report will be reflective of their current progress at this time of the year. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.
Contacts
Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500
Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575
Cub Run Attendance mailbox: CubRunElem.Attendance@fcps.edu
Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277
Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines
Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal
FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information
Melissa Miller, Principal, mhmiller@fcps.edu
Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, nfhaider@fcps.edu
Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, bwood@fcps.edu
Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, nsaxena@fcps.edu
Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, cddavislucza@fcps.edu
Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, mrshea@fcps.edu
Be Informed, Stay Involved!
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