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A Note from the Principal
Hello Daniels Run Families,
As we wrap up another successful week at Daniels Run Elementary, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all our students who have diligently completed their math and reading Standards of Learning (SOL) assessments. Your hard work and perseverance have truly paid off, and we are immensely proud of each and every one of you.
I also want to remind everyone that this coming Monday, we will have an early dismissal. Please make sure to adjust your schedules accordingly and ensure that your child knows their transportation arrangements for the day.
Security Vestibule Update:
As you may recall from earlier conversations this year, we had anticipated that construction of a new security vestibule at Daniels Run Elementary School would begin this spring. However, in December, we were informed that Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) would no longer fund the project, citing the recent passage of the City of Fairfax bond referendum for school renovations. This news was both unexpected and disappointing to the City of Fairfax Schools Superintendent and School Board.
Since then, the City has been actively working with FCPS leadership and the Fairfax County School Board to revisit this decision and advocate for the project’s completion. We are pleased to share that the City of Fairfax has now identified and approved funding—redirected from other capital improvement projects—to cover the cost of the vestibule. FCPS has also agreed to manage the project, provide architectural plans, and oversee construction, which will help reduce overall expenses.
At this time, we expect the vestibule to be completed within approximately six months—just a few months later than originally planned.
We are grateful for the continued partnership between the City of Fairfax and FCPS, and for their shared commitment to the safety and well-being of our students.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in making Daniels Run Elementary a wonderful place for our students to learn and grow.
Warm regards,
Susan Mullen, Principal
 Daniels Run students excitedly cheered on our City of Fairfax police officers as they rode down Blenheim Blvd for the 2025 Police Unity Parade on Monday, May 12th.
💪 Let's Finish the School Year Strong!
Student attendance at school is important all year long, up to the last day of school. Attendance has an effect on student performance and on school accreditation. See how to:
- Check your child’s attendance record.
- Help your student stay engaged at school.
- Report future absences.
- Understand the FCPS school calendar.
Learn more about attendance resources.
Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings
Families, staff, and community members can explore and visualize potential boundary scenarios using a customized Boundary Explorer Tool. The tool will be accessible from the FCPS website. You are also invited to participate in another series of community meetings in order to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before the start of summer break:
- Friday, May 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Robinson Secondary School
- Monday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Herndon High School
- Friday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis High School
- Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Annandale High School
- Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Whitman Middle School
- Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Chantilly High School
- Friday, June 6, 6:30–8 p.m., Glasgow Middle School
Each meeting will be hybrid, meaning that you may attend in person or via Zoom. Childcare for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed. Registration links will be shared soon. Another round of community meetings will be held in the fall.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review page for more information.
See below for ticket link to buy tickets to the game: https://am.ticketmaster.com/gmu/buy/quickbuy?id=MTU5
This link is presale only, it turns off on Saturday (day of the game) when the "gates" to the stadium open, so it is valid until 11:00am Saturday.
May is...
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Jewish American Heritage Month
May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Career Fair Day at Daniels Run
Daniels Run will be having a Career Fair Day on Monday, June 2nd for 3rd-6th grade from 8:30am-1:30pm. Use the Google Form below to sign up to volunteer:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeu_lbwJDgWxnw4ClM-Swm8WFlTE-WvAIIcwlOx18LUh2s1_w/viewform
Fairfax Girls Basketball Camp
Attention All Rising 2nd Graders – Rising 7th Graders
The Fairfax Girls Basketball Staff is hosting basketball camp the week of July 14 – 18 from 9 AM – 3 PM at Fairfax HS. The camps will provide quality instruction, skill development, fun interactive games and team play. For more information, online registration and payment go to the QR Code.
https://givebutter.com/futurelionsgirlsbasketball
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Head Girls Basketball Coach Tim Lucas at Tflucas@fcps.edu.
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🗓️ SOL Testing Dates 🗓️
Our Spring Standards of Learning (SOL) tests are in May.
These assessments measure the extent to which students have learned the content and skills reflected in state standards. The content tested varies by grade level. See below for the scheduled dates this Spring.
Grade 3:
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📖 Reading: Thursday, May 8
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🧮 Math: Friday, May 16
Grade 4:
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📖 Reading: Friday, May 9
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🧮Math: Thursday, May 15
Grade 5:
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📖 Reading: Wednesday, May 7
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🧮 Math: Wednesday, May 14
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🔬 Science: Tuesday, May 20
Grade 6:
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📖 Reading: Tuesday, May 6
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🧮 Math: Tuesday, May 13
If you have any questions about SOL tests, please reach out to our School Testing Coordinator, Sara Van Aalst (smvanaalst@fcps.edu).
Music News
Spring DRES Music Concerts
* June 4: Strings Concert for community: 7-7:30pm (Gym)
*June 10: chorus performs at the 6th grade promotion ceremony; 2-3pm (Fairfax High School)
May Musician of the Month: Yuja Wang is a Chinese pianist. She is 38 years old and plays classical and contemporary music.
 
P2 News
Dear Families,
Next week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Leadership. Leadership means valuing each person in your group and encouraging everyone to do their best.
Leadership can be formal, like being a team captain, or informal, like helping others work together. It’s about getting things done while keeping the group’s spirit strong. Leadership isn’t just about telling people what to do — it’s about listening, understanding others, solving problems, and inspiring everyone to work toward a common goal.
As students learn more about leadership, they will see how working together with others can help them achieve more. Being a good leader helps build confidence and a strong sense of self.
To practice and encourage the character strength of leadership 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!
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- Celebrating Students
- Stop Arms Issue Tickets
- Next Steps in Budget Process
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
FCPS Calendar
FCPS School Calendar 2024-2025
Important Dates
May 19- 3 Hour Early Release Monday (Students are dismissed at 12:45pm)
May 26- Memorial Day- No School
June 4- Strings Concert for community: 7-7:30pm (Gym)
June 11- Last Day of School- 2 Hour Early Release (Students are dismissed at 1:45pm)
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