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 Creative hair? Check. Twin day? Check. Celebrating awesome Digital Citizenship? DOUBLE CHECK! We had a total blast this week.
Upcoming Dates
October 24 - Woodson HS - Parents' Night Out - 5:00-9:00 PM
October 25 - PTA Roadrunner Games - 9:00 AM
October 25 - Woodson Fall Fest - 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
October 28 - Pyramid Presentation on Substance Abuse Prevention - 7:00 PM
October 28 - "Anxious Generation" Book Club - 6:00 PM
October 28 - Community Boundary Review Meeting - Fairfax HS - 6:30 PM
October 29 - 3-Hour Early Release - 12:15 Dismissal
October 31 - Storybook Character Day
October 31 - End of 1st Quarter - 1:15 Dismissal
November 3 & 4 - NO SCHOOL - Teacher Workdays
November 5 - AAP Full-Time Screening & Identification Session - 5:00 PM
November 11 - Veterans Day - NO SCHOOL
November 12 - 3-Hour Early Release - 12:15 Dismissal
November 19 - Fall Picture Retake Day
November 20 - Thanksgiving Luncheon - more details coming soon
November 26-28 - Thanskgiving Holiday - NO SCHOOL
December 4 - STEAM Night - 6:00-8:00 PM
Roadrunner Roundup
Dear Roadrunner Families,
We're wrapping up another fantastic week at Little Run, and the energy has been incredible! This week, we had such a fun Spirit Week celebrating digital citizenship. Thank you to all of our students (and staff) for their enthusiastic participation!
We also enjoyed two great community events. Our "Anxious Generation" book club met again this week with a great turnout; please see the information below for details on our next meeting. In honor of Digital Citizenship week, we also hosted a Parent Coffee to discuss raising healthy kids in a digital world. A huge thank you to our family liaison, Maria Ruiz, and our school-based technology specialist, Jackie Oehrlein, for their work on this important event!
Speaking of excitement, we can't wait to see everyone tomorrow at the Roadrunner Games on Saturday, October 25! Please join us on the field for what promises to be a day of fun and community.
Important Upcoming Schedule Notes
Please make a note of the schedule changes for next week:
Wednesday, October 29 will be a 3-hour early release day with a 12:15 PM dismissal. All dismissal plans have been communicated with families via the TalkingPoints App. If you need to make any changes, please reply to that message.
Friday, October 31 will be a 2-hour early release day with a 1:15 PM dismissal, marking the end of the first quarter. We also hope students will join us in celebrating Storybook Character Day on this day! See below for more information on how to join the fun!
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at the Roadrunner Games! Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Christie Yarn, Principal
Alison Butler, Assistant Principal
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 Congrats to Scarlett and Matthew for being named our Patrols of the Month!
A Note from FCPS on Language Arts Grading
You might notice that your student's progress report grades in English language arts (ELA) look a little different. This is happening because we've brought in a new curriculum and new ways to check on learning (assessments), and there are new state guidelines called the VDOE Standards of Learning.
FCPS is raising the bar and setting high goals! We are teaching and grading students on the big skills they need by the very end of the school year. Think of it like going on a journey. It’s challenging at first, but on your journey, you learn your way — and maybe even a few shortcuts!
First quarter grades may seem lower than usual as students work hard to reach grade-level mastery.
Please know that this is a positive, expected part of the learning journey. We are here to support every student as they grow and achieve. We are celebrating the effort and growth toward these new, higher standards! Learn more about this change in ELA grading and reporting.
Federal Impact Aid Survey is now available
The Federal Impact Aid program provides money to districts that enroll federally connected students. Help FCPS secure funding from the Impact Aid Program by helping us identify:
- Military families.
- Federally connected families.
- Families living on a military base.
Please complete one form for each child in your household. Remember that only the parent that registered the student with FCPS (the ‘enrolling parent’) can fill out the Impact Aid Survey form.
For families without access to ParentVUE, a paper copy of the form will be sent home with your student starting November 12. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.
Your support will ensure that we receive the resources for which we are eligible.
Step 1: CLICK HERE to be taken to SIS ParentVUE. If you don’t have a SIS ParentVUE account, contact your child’s school for an activation letter. It is recommended that you use Google Chrome.
Step 2: After you’ve logged into your ParentVUE Account, look for the ‘Online Packets’ link at the top of the page. Click ‘Online Packets’.
Step 3: Next, click the ‘Federal Impact Aid Survey’ button on the bottom of the page. This will take you to the Impact Aid Survey for you to complete.
If you have multiple children in Fairfax County Public Schools, please fill out a form for each child. You will know you have completed all the forms when you get to the final page and see a green check next to each of their names.
"The Anxious Generation" Book Club - October 28
Our three-week book club covering The Anxious Generation book by Jonathan Haidt concludes on Tuesday October 28th from 6-7:00pm, and all are welcome to join. Keena McAvoy, one of the co-founders of DMV Unplugged will be joining us again as we wrap up our work together. We’ve discussed the ways that technological advances have changed all our lives in many incredible ways and have also created an uncertain and challenging time to be a parent. The current norms of children and technology run in opposition to what is necessary for healthy cognitive, social, and emotional development. We will be spending some time exploring screen free alternatives and other next steps we can take to support raising resilient, successful, happy children in a time of overwhelming technological intrusion.
Come join us on October 28th from 6:00 – 7:00pm in the Little Run library. Please RSVP to Karen Spradlin, School Social Worker at kdspradlin@fcps.edu.
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Once Upon a Time... It's Storybook Character Day!
Mark your calendars! Storybook Character Day is coming on Friday, October 31st, and we invite all students and staff to join the fun by dressing up as their favorite book character!
This is the perfect chance to read together at home and brainstorm a simple, homemade costume. Pull out those hats, props, and old clothes—no need to buy anything new!
Keep the Magic Safe!
For the safety and comfort of everyone, please ensure outfits are not violent or scary. Masks, weapons, and dangerous-looking items are strictly prohibited.
Talk with your child about their character choice; sharing their story will be the best part of the day! We look forward to seeing our school filled with characters from countless stories!
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AAP Full-Time Screening Information (Grades 2-6)
A meeting for families considering submitting a full-time AAP referral or who have questions will be held on November 5th at 5 PM in the Little Run Library.
Referral Deadlines
Please contact Jennifer Hitchcock, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher, with any questions. JRHitchcock1@fcps.edu
Please note your student's status (new or current FCPS) determines the correct deadline. Forms are available at https://www.fcps.edu/node/38893.
Register to Volunteer at Little Run
Click Here to Sign Up to Volunteer at Little Run!
We encourage all our parents interested in volunteering at school to visit Volunteer FCPS, especially if you are interested in going on field trips! Click “Learn More,” and then “Sign Up.” After you create a profile, you will view an orientation video and complete a volunteer application.
All volunteers must be registered in Volunteer FCPS. This includes individuals who volunteer to chaperone on field trips, work at book fairs, and help out regularly in classrooms, libraries, or cafeterias or who help in any unpaid capacity in the school system. Volunteers who work unsupervised with students will also be required to undergo a background check.
Visit the Volunteer FCPS Frequently Asked Questions page to learn more.
How to Register as a Volunteer
- Review FCPS Volunteer Guidelines – All volunteers must read the FCPS Volunteer Protocols before getting started.
- Register in the FCPS Volunteer Portal
- Search for Little Run Elementary
For full details, visit the Volunteer FCPS website
Parents' Night Out - October 24
Woodson Fall Fest - October 25
Parent Presentation on Substance Abuse Prevention
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Frost Middle School
The Woodson Pyramid Administrations invites all parents and guardians to an important Substance Abuse Prevention Presentation aimed at supporting families in navigating the challenges of youth substance use and promoting healthy choices.
This presentation will be led by the school’s Substance Abuse Prevention Specialists (SAPS) and will provide valuable insights, resources, and strategies for prevention and early intervention.
This is a vital opportunity to learn, ask questions, and become equipped with tools to support the health and safety of our youth.
We encourage all parents and caregivers to attend. Together, we can make a difference.
FCPS News This Week
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.
📍 October Community Boundary Review Meetings
FCPS’ October community boundary review meetings will begin on Monday, October 13. Each of the 12 meetings will focus on two pyramids. Our area will be covered at the meeting on Tuesday, October 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Fairfax High School, Library 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 full list of October boundary meetings.
Visit the Comprehensive Boundary Review webpage for more information.
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🩹 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.
Little Run PTA
Get involved and make a difference at Little Run! We encourage all families to join our fantastic PTA. The PTA plays a vital role in our school community, leading important initiatives like family engagement events and fundraising activities. To join and learn more about what our PTA does, please visit their website.
Roadrunner Games – Saturday, October 25
The event will be held on October 25th from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM on the Little Run field.
Get ready for a fun-filled morning of teamwork! Teams of 4–6 students, friends, and family members can work together to solve mental and physical challenges. There will also be music, food for purchase, and a chance to win raffle items.
Good News: Registration is now closed, but you can still participate!
Ways to Get Involved:
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Be Informed, Stay Involved!
Visit the Little Run ES Website
Monitor your student's academics with a SIS ParentVUE Account
Sign up for Little Run News
Join the Little Run PTA
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