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 Save the Date: Scholastic Book Fair!
Mark your calendars! Our annual Book Fair is coming March 2–6, and we’re excited to invite students and families to celebrate the joy of reading. This year, the fair will be held in the music room next to the cafeteria.
Students and teachers will get a sneak peek during preview days on Thursday, February 26, and Friday, February 27, so kids can start planning their must-have reads!
Shopping Dates & Times:
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Monday, 3/2: 9:30–12:30, 1:30–3:45
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Tuesday, 3/3: 9:30–12:30, 1:30–3:45 Evening Hours: 4:30–7:30
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Wednesday, 3/4: 9:30–12:30, 1:30–3:45
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Thursday, 3/5: 9:30–12:30, 1:30–3:45 Evening Hours: 4:30–6:30
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Friday, 3/6: 9:30–12:30
Whether your child is discovering new favorites or adding to a growing collection, the Book Fair is a great way to inspire a love of reading. We hope to see you there!
Book Fair Information: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/dranesvilleelemschool1
Please take a minute to sign up to volunteer to help make our fair a success: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050445ADAC29A13-62412183-book#/
 ☀️Save the Date: A World of Reading Under the Sun!
Pack your bags, Dranesville! Join us for Literacy Night on Tuesday, March 3rd (6:00-7:30 PM) for a global reading adventure! ✈️🛂 Grab a Passport: Journey through 7 continents and collect stamps to win prizes! 📖 Book Fair: The fair is open LATE for all your shopping needs! 🛍️
Wear your favorite sunny colors or a tropical shirt 🕶️💛 and prepare for takeoff! See you there, Dranesville Explorers! 🏝️✨
Volunteers Needed! If you’re available, please sign up for an open volunteer slot here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E45ACA629A2FDCF8-62355089-literacy
 Save the Date: Dranesville Run-a-thon!
Save-the-date! The 2026 Run-a-thon fundraiser will kick off on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Students can choose to run, walk, or cheer for their classmates.
From Thursday, March 5 – Sunday, March 8 at midnight, any classroom that has 50% of its students registered will receive a $50 Amazon gift card toward class supplies. Additionally, any student that registers and raises $25 by midnight on Sunday, March 8 will receive a run-a-thon t-shirt.
If your student collects the $25 in cash form, please have it dropped off at the front office on Monday, March 9, and your student will still receive a t-shirt.
Information packets on how to register will be sent home with students on Thursday, March 5.
The run-a-thon dates will be Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9, 2026. Additional information will be provided on which day each grade will participate.
Run-a-thon Poster Raffle
As an additional way for students to participate in this event, we encourage any student interested to create a poster promoting the Run-a-thon. Students should bring their poster with their name on it to the front office by Friday, March 13, 2026, and they will be entered into a raffle to win a prize. All posters will be placed throughout the school.
PTA Meeting, Feb. 25th: Richard Culatta on Screen Time
What’s old is new again! We’re bringing back guest speakers and working to provide babysitting at every meeting! Our first speaker, former Dranesville parent and Digital for Good author Richard Culatta, will kick things off on Wednesday, Feb. 25th.
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6:45 PM: Screen Time Presentation (15 min) + Q&A (15 min)
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7:15 PM: PTA Meeting
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Babysitting: Middle-school students available (pending confirmation).
Come and join us!
School Programs Launching Soon!
New! LaunchHub Robotics for K–3 🚀
Robotics is coming to Dranesville Elementary! This high-energy, hands-on program helps students become creators—not just consumers—by building with real components like motors, LED lights, battery packs, and motion sensors.
📍 Where: Dranesville Elementary 👧👦 Who: Grades K–3 🗓 When: Wednesdays, 8–9 am | March 11 – May 6 💵 Cost: $180 (includes $20 materials fee)
Be sure to select Dranesville Elementary when registering!
Register here > https://www.launchhublearning.com/products/robotics-ages-4-6?variant=46354781995252
Spring Session: Therapeutic Arts Science & Growth Mindset
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Curriculum: Self love & confidence, Storytelling & props, Mystery science, Wondrous watercolors, Magic medallions.
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Dates: Tuesdays, March 10 - April 7, 4:15 - 6:00 p.m.
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Ages: 6-12
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Cost: $185
Register here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/store/p/tasgm-spring-26
President Needed: Lead the Charge for Dranesville! 🌟
We all love the field trips, staff appreciation weeks, and classroom upgrades that make Dranesville so special—but we need a President to keep that momentum moving! You won’t be flying solo—with a full board already in place (VPs, Treasurer, and Secretaries), you’ll have a massive support system and all the "pro-tips" you need for a smooth transition.
E-mail president@dranesvillepta.com to chat. Let’s keep our school traditions alive! 💙
Reminders
- PTA Meeting – February 25, Guest Speaker: Richard Culatta on Screen Time
- Book Fair – March 2-6
- Literacy Night - March 3
Want to be the first to hear about school events, volunteer opportunities, and PTA news? Make sure you’re connected!
👥 Join our Dranesville PTA Facebook Group — it’s the best place to get event details, updates, and connect with other parents. 📣 Follow our public Facebook and Instagram pages for announcements about community events and fun opportunities.
See the full calendar here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/events
Questions? Email drake@dranesvillepta.com or visit our website at www.dranesvillepta.com.
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