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 Bravo! 🎶 We are so incredibly proud of our talented 4th, 5th, and 6th graders for their spectacular performance at the Winter Concert today! Their hard work, dedication, and beautiful music truly put us in the holiday spirit.
Upcoming Dates
December 15 - Advanced Academics Full Time Referral Deadline
December 15-19 - SCA Winter Spirit Week
December 15 - Neon Day
December 16 - Inspriational Day
December 17 - Dress Like a Teacher Day
December 18 - 6/7 Day
December 19 - Pajama and Stuffie Day
December 22-January 2 - Winter Break
January 15 - Winter Chorus Concert - 2:00 PM
 What a week! 🎉 From the friendly heat of the Cookie Contest and cozy Hot Cocoa Station to hilarious games and wrapping it up today with Flannel Day—we've had so much fun with our amazing staff! Cheers to teamwork and good cheer!
Roadrunner Roundup
Dear Roadrunner Families,
Though the weather outside may still be a bit chilly, we are keeping the vibes warm and vibrant inside at Little Run!
This week was packed with fun and learning. Earlier this week, our 4th and 5th graders had a fantastic opportunity to participate in the Woodson Math Honor Society after-school club. They engaged in a number of fun and challenging math-related activities that sparked curiosity and collaboration.
We were also thrilled to celebrate the incredible musical talents of our 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade Band and Strings students this week with an amazing winter concert! It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase their hard work and dedication.
As we head into our final week before a well-deserved winter break, we encourage all students to join in the fun with our upcoming SCA Spirit Week!
We are grateful for your continued partnership and support in making Little Run a wonderful place for our children to learn and grow.
Sincerely,
Christie Yarn, Principal
Alison Butler, Assistant Principal
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🧣 Getting Ready for Outdoor Recess
This is a reminder that students spend 30 minutes outdoors during recess each day. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and/or other cold-weather clothing, gloves, and a hat, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.
Throughout the winter, FCPS and the Little Run administration monitor the weather for very low temperatures, wind chill advisories, and weather warnings which may prevent children from being outside and call for us to shorten the time outside for recess.
If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing our Family Liaison, Maria Ruiz (miruiz@fcps.edu) is happy to support you.
⚠️DEADLINE - 12/15 - Advanced Acdemics Full Time Screening Process
Thank you to those families who attended the AAP Full-Time presentation last week.
Full-Time AAP Application process
Required: Parents in grades 2-6 who wish to refer to their children for AAP Full-Time Services for the 2026-27 school year need to sign and complete the AAP Full Time Referral Form by December 15th. Please do not wait for the NGAT results to come back to initiate a referral.
Required (for any student that has a 504/IEP): New this year! Families of students with 504s/IEPs must also complete the 504/IEP consent form .
Optional Documents:
The referral form and optional documents are due electronically to Jennifer Hitchcock at jrhitchcock1@fcps.edu by December 15th. Please attach all documents in one email using separate attachments. No late referrals will be accepted.
SCA Winter Spirit Week - December 15-19
📸 Lost & Found Alert: Can You Spot Your Child's Gear? 🧥
 Our Lost & Found collection in the cafeteria is overflowing with jackets, water bottles, and other items seeking their owners!
Any remaining items will be cleared out and donated to charity after the Winter Break!
To check the collection, please stop by the cafeteria at arrival or dismissal, checking in first with the Front Office. Don't miss this last chance!
🔍 Lost & Found Retrieval Times (Cafeteria):
FCPS News This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- FCPS Showcases Success
- Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings
- Winter Resources for Families
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Attendance Matters!
Reporting Student Absences
We are committed to partnering with families to promote positive attendance habits. Whenever your child is unable to attend school, please let us know. Reporting absences helps our staff support students and connect them with resources they may need.
Full-day absences can be reported in SIS ParentVUE. Parents can also report absences by [add any other method of reporting absences at your school].
Parents may monitor their child’s attendance records in SIS ParentVUE.
Attendance Codes in SIS ParentVUE Explained
Attendance codes in SIS ParentVUE are assigned by school staff to better identify the reasons behind student absences. This allows us to respond thoughtfully and provide appropriate support. Visit the FCPS Attendance Policy webpage to learn more about the codes.
When Your Child Is Sick
It is also important to keep your child home when they are sick. The Can My Child Go to School? webpage provides helpful recommendations on when to keep your child home.
For instance, a child should attend school if they have cold symptoms, as long as they are feeling like they can participate in school activities. However, if they have severe, uncontrolled, or rapid coughing; wheezing; or difficulty breathing, definitely keep them home and contact your health care provider.
Winter Break Literacy Adventures
Engaging in literacy activities over winter break helps students maintain the reading, writing, and speaking skills they built during the first half of the school year. Even a little daily practice, such as these 10 fun family activities, helps ensure they return to school confident and ready to continue growing in literacy. Enjoy these literacy adventures as a family!
Winter Resources for Families
A list of resources has been compiled for students and families in case they or someone they know needs assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources page for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
Even If School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
We encourage students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during the upcoming winter break and on snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play at home.
Winter PTA After School Clubs are here!
Classes run Jan. 12–Mar. 13 and include Cooking, Abrakadoodle 3D, LEGO® Robotics, Sports & PE Games, and Chess.
Registration is NOW OPEN and closes Jan. 4. Limited financial aid is available. For details and to register, use this link http://bc-ffx-littlerun.jumbula.com/ or scan the attached flyer’s QR code.
FLYER
Little Run Family Directory - Now Digital!
View the 2025-2026 LRES Family & Staff Directory
This year’s PTA-produced directory is available digitally. Please log into your Schoology account, click on Course Dashboard > All Parents/Guardians: Little Run Elementary School. You’ll see the directory at the top of the page.
The directory includes class lists and email addresses for families who opted in to having their information shared.
Join the 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.
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Be Informed, Stay Involved!
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