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School Hours: 9:15 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday
School building opens for students at 9:00 AM
Office: 703-988-8900
Attendance: 703-988-8989
January 28, 2026
IN THIS ISSUE
- Student Experience Survey
- Dual Language Immersion
- Kindergarten Registration
- Lexia FCPS Family Info Night
- The Fastest Way to Hear About School Delays or Closings
- Yearbook Sale Time!
- PTA Board for 25-26 School Year
- PTA Fundraisers - Nothing Bundt Cakes Fundraiser
- PE Sports Camp - Summer 2026
- PTA Save the Date!
- Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Parent Curriculum Night
- Stone Middle School Presents Frozen Jr.
- Important Upcoming Dates
- Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
- Monthly Lunch Menu
Calendar Reminders
Quarter End (Early Release)
Schools are closed for students on Thursday, January 29, for a staff development day, and Friday, January 30, for a teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.
SIS ParentVUE will be unavailable for students and parents during end-of-quarter updates from Wednesday, January 28, at 4 p.m. until Thursday, February 5, at 6 a.m.
1. Student Experience Survey
Hello 3rd- 6th Grade Families, In the coming weeks, FCPS will administer the Student Experience Survey to students in grades 3–12. This survey helps the school division better understand students’ experiences at school.
The survey will be administered during the school day between February 23 and March 6 and will take approximately 30 minutes to complete.
Families who would like to review the survey may visit the Student Experience Survey webpage at http://www.fcps.edu/student-experience-survey .
If you do not want your child to participate, please sign and return the opt-out form sent home in your child’s Wednesday folder this week, or complete the online opt-out form available on the Student Experience Survey webpage (http://www.fcps.edu/student-experience-survey).
This form only need to be completed if you are choosing to opt your child out, and must be submitted by Friday, February 13.
Thank you for your support in helping FCPS improve our schools. If you have questions about the Student Experience Survey, please contact research@fcps.edu.
2. Dual Language Immersion
Apply for Your Child to Learn in Two Languages
FCPS’ 2026-27 Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program lottery opens on Monday, January 12. The program offers students in kindergarten and first grade the opportunity to learn in English and another language — French, German, Japanese, Korean, or Spanish — for half of each instructional day.
The online, countywide lottery is open to Fairfax County residents. Families must have a SIS ParentVUE account. Students not currently enrolled in FCPS should register at their base school before applying for the immersion program.
Families applying for first grade must do so by Thursday, February 12, at 4 p.m. Those applying for kindergarten must do so by Monday, March 2, at 4 p.m.
Informational meetings will begin in January. View dates and details on the FCPS calendar. If you have questions, please contact Brigid Williams at 571-423-4600.
Mrs. Tulk’s class presents ‘Pandora’s Box’.
3. 🧸 Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
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Determine eligibility.
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Identify your local school.
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Gather documents.
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Fill out forms.
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Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation and any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.
💻 Try Online Registration
Parents may register their children online for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. When registering, parents will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account.
4. Lexia FCPS Family Info Night
Do you want to learn more about Lexia? Join Lexia® Learning for a Lexia family information night to learn how FCPS is using Lexia® Core5 and Lexia® PowerUp in classrooms across the district in the 25-26SY to support students' Literacy growth.
Topics to be covered during this Lexia Parent Night include:
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What is Lexia Core5 and PowerUp and how do the programs support your students' individual learning needs?
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How does Lexia support teacher planning and instruction?
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How is Lexia data being used for progress monitoring and goal setting by educators
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Tips for supporting your student at home.
Sessions will take place on Tuesday, February 3 2026 and Wednesday, May 6 2026 @ 6:30 - 7:30 PM. Families can register for an FCPS/Lexia Parent Information Night via this link: bit.ly/familyinfo2526.
5. The Fastest Way to Hear About School Delays or Closings ❄️
Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive notifications of school delays or closings. Emails and text messages are sent to parents/caregivers based on the email addresses and cell phone numbers entered in ParentVUE.
If your information is correct but you are not receiving updates from FCPS, contact the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277, Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Watch a video to see how FCPS makes weather delays or closing decisions. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated.
Even When School Is Closed, Learning Can Continue!
FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your child in the event of weather-related school closures.
6. Yearbook Sale Time!
It’s time to order yearbooks for the 2025-2026 school year! Early bird rate of $25 each will expire on Feb 20th. Use the link to purchase or check your child’s Wednesday Folder for the paper flyer to pay by check or cash. Link to purchase: https://www.buytheyearbook.com/en/ Virginia Run’s school code is: 730745.
Mrs. Adkins and Mrs. Tuben are still collecting photos of winter school events, such as classroom celebrations and concerts, for consideration in this year’s yearbook. Photos sent as attachments work best. Please email any great school moments you capture to mktuben@fcps.edu.
7. PTA Board for 25-26 School Year
President - Matthew Reklau - virginiarunpta@gmail.com
Secretary - Laura McAndrews - secretary@vrespta.onmicrosoft.com
Treasurer - Kyle Jewett - treasurer.virginiarunpta@gmail.com
VP Education - Kimberly Wilson - vresvpeducation@gmail.com
VP Fundraising - Amanda Prindle - vresvpfundraising@yahoo.com
VP Social - Skylar Ha - vresvpsocial@gmail.com
8. PTA Fundraisers
Nothing Bundt Cake
The sweetest way to support the Virginia Run PTA. Order a Nothing Bundt Cakes bundtlet just in time for Valentine's Day. Orders must be placed by Friday February 6th. Orders can be sent home with students or picked up in the Bus Loop (door 6) between 5:30 - 6:30 PM on Thursday, February 12th. Indicate preference when placing order.
https://vrespta.ptboard.com/formvw?store=6379&form=15
VRES Spirit Wear
Show your Viking pride while supporting the Virginia Run PTA! A portion of every spirit wear purchase goes directly to the PTA. All items are shipped straight to your doorstep.
www.campussurvivalkits.com/virginiarun
https://virginiarun.deco-apparel.com/
9. PE Sports Camp - Summer 2026
Get ready for an action-packed 4-day adventure at Virginia Run Elementary School! Led by our amazing PE Teacher, Mr. Rosenfeld. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hang with your classmates, learn new skills, and have a blast! We will offer a variety of different sports and activities for students in all grades. This camp is open to all Virginia Run students.
Please note, registration is for one session only - morning OR afternoon.
When: June 22 - June 25
Option 1: Morning Session: 9 AM - 1 PM
Option 2: Afternoon Session: 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Every day we will try to increase the fitness level of each camper. We will do this in many ways, including fitness games, cooperative challenges, and individual fitness sessions where each camper will set a goal for themselves and try to achieve it during the week.
What to bring: Campers should wear proper P.E. clothing each day, which includes tennis shoes. No open toe shoes or Crocs, please. Campers should also bring a water bottle each day. Snacks, including drinks and pizza slices will be available for purchase each day. Contact Kimberly Wilson with registration questions: VRESVPEducation@gmail.com
10. PTA Save the Date!
3/6: Cub Run vs. VRES Volleyball Game, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Westfield High School
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11. Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Parent Curriculum Night
Join Us for Stone Middle School’s Parent Curriculum Night!
Mark your calendars! Ormond Stone Middle School is hosting its Parent Curriculum Night on Thursday, February 5, 2026. This is a great opportunity to meet the team and get ready for the upcoming academic year.
Here is the schedule for the evening:
Optional Sessions (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
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EL Families: Join Mr. Robert McClay, Department Chair, in the Library.
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Special Education Families: Meet Ms. LaShon Harrison, Department Chair, in the Theatre.
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Advanced Academics: Dr. Kesha Valentine will be presenting in the Cafeteria.
Main Session (6:00 PM – 6:20 PM)
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Welcome & Overview (6:00 – 6:20 PM) in the Gym: Principal Welcome and Introduction of Stone team by Ms. Williams, Principal and an Overview of the Course Selection Process by Ms. Brumett, Director of Student Services.
Electives Fair (6:20 – 7:00 PM): Explore elective options and meet teachers in the Gym and classrooms.
Content Presentations (7:05 – 8:00 PM):
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Parents of 7th Graders: Please report to the Theatre.
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Parents of 8th Graders: Please report to the Library.
For more details on academic advising, please visit the school website here: https://stonems.fcps.edu/student-services/academic-advising.
Stone MS Parent Curriculum Night Flyer 2026
12. Stone Middle School Presents Frozen Jr.
It’s time to head to Arendelle! The Stone Middle School Double Star Theatre Company is proud to present their upcoming production of Disney’s Frozen Jr.
Performance Dates & Times
Friday, February 6, 7:00 PM
Saturday, February 7, 2:00 PM
Saturday, February 7, 7:00 PM
Production Credits
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Music and Lyrics by: Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez
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Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee
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Directed by: Christine Maxted
How to Get Tickets
Tickets are available now! To secure your seats, simply scan the QR code on the official event poster or visit the school’s theatre department page.
Frozen at Stone Middle School
Virginia Run's Administration team: Dave Gerstner, Principal, Jessica Green, Assistant Principal, and Lauren Arreaza, Assistant Principal.
13. Important Upcoming Dates
1/29: Staff Development Day / Student Holiday
1/30: Teacher Workday / Student Holiday
2/5: Clubs/Candids Picture Day
2/10: 5th and 6th Grade 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, 4:00 PM, Gym
2/10: PTA Meeting, 7 PM, VRES Library
2/13: Bingo Night, 6:30 PM, Cafeteria
2/16: Washington's Birthday and Presidents' Day / Student Holiday
2/17: Teacher Workday / Student Holiday
2/25: Early Release Wednesday-Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
2/25: Fun Land Fundraiser, 4:00 - 9:00 PM
3/6: Cub Run vs. VRES Volleyball Game, 7:00 - 9:00 PM, Westfield High School
3/25: Early Release Wednesday-Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
4/10: Kindergarten Orientation, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, for Rising K Students and Families
4/29: Early Release Wednesday-Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
5/20: Early Release Wednesday-Virginia Run will release students at 1:00 PM
SOL Schedule
3/18: Gr. 5 IRW
5/6: Gr. 3-4 Reading
5/7: Gr. 5-6 Reading
5/13: Gr. 3-4 Math
5/14: Gr. 5-6 Math
5/21: Gr. 5 Science
5/28-6/3: Retakes
*Makeups will be held when students return from their absence.
14. Frequently Visited Links and Important Virginia Run Contacts
15. Monthly Lunch Menu
Please use this link to view the Virginia Run ES Lunch Menu.
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