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A Note from the Principal
Dear Daniels Run Families,
I hope you have had a wonderful week. As we approach the end of our first grading period, it's hard to believe that we're already concluding the first quarter of the school year. We've thoroughly enjoyed getting to know your children and seeing them settle into their new classes and with their teachers. Please note that on the last day of the first quarter, next Friday, October 31st, we will have an early dismissal, two hours ahead of the usual time. Unfortunately, no additional childcare services will be available on this day.
We would like to express our gratitude to everyone participating in our Dragon Drive, with a special thank you to our amazing PTA for their unwavering support!
On Friday, October 31st, we invite you to join us for a celebratory parade in front of the school at 9:15 a.m. This event will feature Career Day for Kindergarten and Book Character Dress-Up Day for First Grade. Families are welcome to enjoy the parade from the parking lot, which will be closed for safety immediately following student arrival at 9:00 a.m. There is no need to check in at the office for this event.
When helping your child choose a costume, please ensure it does not include masks that cover the face or any attire that might be considered frightening to others. Your cooperation will help make this a fun and inclusive day for everyone.
We look forward to celebrating together and thank you in advance for your support in making this a memorable day for our students.
Warm regards,
Susan Mullen
Upcoming Dates
October 31: End of Quarter- 2 Hour Early Dismissal at 1:45pm
November 3 & 4: Teacher Work Days- No School
November 7: Dragon Drive Day
November 11: Veterans Day- No School
November 19: Early Release Wednesday- 3 Hour Early Dismissal at 12:45pm
November 21: Thanksgiving Luncheon
November 26-29: Thanksgiving Break- No School
Music News
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🎵 FAIRFAX PYRAMID CHOIR CONCERT:
Congratulations to our 4th-6th graders who performed in the Fairfax Pyramid Choir concert last night at at Fairfax High School! They performed with over 500 other students in Fairfax City. Bravo!
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🎵 The OCTOBER Musician of the Month is American Ukulele performer & composer, Jake Shimabukuro.
🎵 VETERAN’S DAY STAFF: If you are or have a family member that serves or has served in the US armed forces, please click here. (This includes staff!) 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. The display will remain up until Thanksgiving Break
🎵 INTERNATIONAL NIGHT/DAY PERFORMANCES
All students, parents & staff are invited to audition!
Save the date:
- Audition signups: January (online)
- Auditions (before or after school 1/25-2/6)
- Performances:
- Thursday night 3/12
- Friday during school 3/13
You may perform a dance, instrumental piece, or song to honor any country. You may perform alone or with other students and/or adults, but you must practice ahead of time and be ready to audition with the finished product. Make sure your performance truly honors the heritage and culture of the country or people group. Contact Michelle McCarten with any questions.
PTA News
The Daniels Run PTA annual fundraiser is underway! For more information on the Dragon Drive and to register your student, please visit: http://app.givebacks.gives/danielsrunfundraiser
OR if you'd like to donate without registering your student, you can make a Venmo donation to @danielsrunpta
✅ 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, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. We will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, November 12.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. This year, FCPS expects to receive approximately $4 million in Impact Aid funding. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.
For more information, visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Register for ParentVUE
Learn how to activate your SISParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey and have access to other helpful information about your child.
Technical support for using ParentVUE or submitting 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” in the Issue Description section. You may also call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).
🏗️ How Bond Projects Are Selected
Each year, the School Board and FCPS staff members work with the community to develop an updated, five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for school building and renovation projects. To develop the CIP, the school system assesses changes in expected enrollments, academic programs, and facility conditions to determine priorities for new construction, renovations, and other capital facility projects. The School Board then evaluates the affordability of these school needs against other countywide requirements to determine the bond proposal.
Because of this, while FCPS and the School Board generally try to follow the CIP, changes can be made year-over-year depending on the evolving needs of the school division.
The School Board is committed to protecting the community’s investment in schools and other buildings, which have a combined present value approaching $9 billion. Not only do these facilities wear out over time, but they also become outdated, both technologically and instructionally. FCPS renovates its schools to ensure that students, countywide, have effective and efficient learning environments to thrive and grow.
Read more about the FCPS 2025 Bond Referendum. Learn more about registering to vote. Make a voting plan and vote on Tuesday, November 4.
🩹 Immunization Events for FCPS Students
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students with no out-of-pocket costs. Immunization clinics will take place from 3 to 6:30 p.m. at Willow Oaks Administrative Center on:
- Thursday, November 6
- Tuesday, November 18
- Wednesday, November 19
- Thursday, November 20
A clinic will also take place at Frost Middle School on Saturday, November 15, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year.
Participation is voluntary. Parents or guardians may schedule an appointment for their student. Learn more about immunization resources.
Science Olympiad Team
Daniels Run Elementary is buzzing with excitement as it announces the formation of its very own Science Olympiad team. For those who aren't familiar, Science Olympiad is a national non-profit that gets students excited about science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) through fun, hands-on challenges, and academic competitions.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to dive into STEM outside of the classroom. The team is open to 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who will practice and prepare to compete in various events later this year. Sixth graders are also welcome to join the team, giving them a chance to build their skills and get ready to compete at the middle school level next year.
Students who join the team can expect to practice after school every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:50 PM to 4:50 PM. For more details on how you can get involved and start building, creating, and learning, please email Megan Oris at mloris@fcps.edu. Practices start soon, so don’t delay!
📍 October Community Boundary Review Meetings
FCPS’ October community boundary review meetings are underway. Each of the 12 meetings will focus on two pyramids. Our pyramid will be covered at the meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Fairfax High School, Library (Woodson and Fairfax Pyramids) in person or virtual. Register by clicking “in person” or “virtual,” based on how you would like to participate.
At the meeting, the consultant will present the latest draft boundary map (Scenario 4) and potential changes specific to our pyramid and the [Insert the pyramid your school is partnered with]. Participants will also be invited to ask questions.
If you are unable to attend the meeting for our pyramid, you are welcome to attend any meeting that is convenient. View the list of October boundary meetings.
Visit the Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- ⏰ School Start Times Update
- 🎖️ 75% of FCPS Schools Recognized for Supporting Military Families
- Return Your Impact Aid Survey
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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