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Before and After School Programs

Before and After School Programs

Dragon Runners Fall 2025

Dragon Runners will run Tuesdays and Thursdays this Fall, starting on Tuesday, September 16th. A running program designed for 3rd-6th graders, this exciting program is aimed at strengthening students in body and spirit by combining group activities with running. Registration link

Therapeutic Arts Science & Growth Mindset Workshop

Fall 2025 Curriculum: The Art of Storytelling, Once Upon a Reel: Turning Tales into Magic, Flowing Flower Art, Mystery Science, Game of Scraped

● Dates: Wednesdays, September 17 - October 15th, 4:15 - 6:00 p.m.

● Ages: 6-12

● Cost: $185 Registration link

Sports Spectacular

Let’s Play! Save the best for last by finishing up the school day with Sports Spectacular, a variety athletic program that features different sports throughout the session. The Sports Spectacular Variety Program features the best “to-do” list ever – Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, Kickball, Capture the Flag, Wiffle Ball, Bump and Bite, Knights and Dragons.

● Dates: Mondays, September 22 - December 1

● Grades: 1-6

● Cost: $160 per child (8 Week Program)

● Time: 4:15 pm - 5:25 pm

● Location: Dranesville gym Register at Overtime Athletics

Slap Shot Floor Hockey

You shoot, you SCORE! No longer just a game for a frozen pond, Floor Hockey is a one size fits all game of speed, coordination, and thrills. This gym class favorite is now available after school. Game Play and skill work to include stick handling, dodging, ball control, and of course shooting will be introduced and practiced from week to week.

● Dates: Wednesdays, September 24 - December 3

● Grades: K-6

● Cost: $160 per child (8 Week Program)

● Time: 4:15 pm - 5:25 pm

● Location: Dranesville gym Register at Overtime Athletics

Chess Club

● Dates: Tuesdays, Oct. 7 - Dec. 2

● Grades: K-6

● Cost: $149

● Time: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

● Location: Cafeteria

Learn chess with Silver Knights Academy, the five time world champion’s academy! Class time is divided between lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies. Register at Silver Knights Academy


Fall Sports

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i9 Sports is the largest multi-sport provider focusing on community-based leagues for all skill levels, and has served boys and girls ages 3-14 in the Loudoun and Fairfax communities for over 12 years in basketball, volleyball, soccer, flag football, and baseball. Perfect for busy families, our programs are weekends only with practices held right before the games! Sign up now to save on our upcoming Fall leagues (start September 6th) and double the fun with our Late Fall leagues (start November 1st) using promo code DES10!

Thank you to i9 for being a Dranesville Elementary PTA sponsor!


Early Release Camp

Early Release Camp

 

Ultimate Sports Camp

  • Days: Early Release Wednesdays
  • Dates: 9/10, 10/29, 11/12, 12/10, 2/18, 3/18, 4/22, 5/13
  • Grades: K-6
  • Cost: $45 per session
  • Time: 1:05 - 4:05 pm
  • Location: Dranesville gym

Register at Overtime Athletics


Dragon Days

Dragon Days

 

Dragon Days offers family members of students a chance to volunteer in school for a day. You’ll have an opportunity to lend a helping hand throughout the day, giving needed support to the school staff. See dates and sign up here: Dragon Days signup


Join the PTA

 

Join the PTA for $10! We welcome parents, teachers, and family members! Use this link to join!

Family Sponsorship

New this year! Become a family sponsor and show your Dragon pride! The success of our programs and activities depends on the kindness and generosity of families like yours! Sponsorships start at $150. Learn more on our website.

Reminders

New to school? Join the Facebook Group Dranesville Elementary parents and teachers are encouraged to join the Dranesville PTA Facebook Group to get the latest updates (between emails!).

Upcoming Events

● Start with Hello Week, September 15 -19

● PTA Meeting: Wednesday, September 17 See the full calendar here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/events Questions? Email drake@dranesvillepta.com or visit our website at www.dranesvillepta.com.