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Dear Daniels Run Families,
We are looking forward to a fun-filled Bingo Night and hope to see many of you here this evening! Many of our Daniels Run staff members will be calling numbers throughout the night, which always adds to the excitement and fun. Be sure to check out the many themed baskets available to bid on as well—there’s something for everyone!
As we head into next week, please remember to check out our Spirit Days listed below as we celebrate Read Across America Week. It’s a fantastic way to promote and celebrate literacy while building excitement around reading. We will also have guest readers visiting classrooms all week long, making it an extra special celebration of books and reading. We encourage everyone to join in the fun!
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you tonight.
Warm regards,
Susan Mullen, Principal
Upcoming Dates
February 27: PTA Bingo Night at 5:30pm
March 7: PTA Ice Skating Night
March 20: Eid-al-Fitr Holiday- No School
March 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday (Dismissal at 12:45pm)
March 30- April 3: Spring Break- No School
April 6: Teacher Workday- No School
April 10: Teacher Workday- No School
April 10: Kindergarten Parent Information Session at 9-11am
Read Across America Week
 Join us as we celebrate the joy of reading with a fun, school-wide spirit week! Each day highlights a different literary genre with an optional dress up theme. Participation is encouraged but not required--everyone is welcome to join the fun!
Monday, March 2nd- Fantasy & Adventure Day: Wear a hat that represents an adventurer of character from a fantasy book. Bring in your favorite Fantasy/Adventure story.
Tuesday, March 3rd- Mystery Day: Dress like a detective, spy or secret agent. Bring in your favorite Mystery book.
Wednesday, March 4th- Nonfiction Day: Wear jerseys, uniforms, or Daniels Run gear. Bring in your favorite Nonfiction book.
Thursday, March 5th- Science Fiction Day: Wear an item that features planets, rockets, aliens, robots or astronauts. Bring in your favorite Sci-Fi story.
Friday, March 6th- Character Day: Wear pajamas for a cozy reading day. We will end the week celebrating beloved stories with special guest readers.
Raptor Visitor Management System
We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school's and FCPS’s ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining visitor processes. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry.
For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check in at the front office.
But now there is also an app, which can make check-in even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before arriving at school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check in at school.
If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!
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International Spirit Week
Get ready! International Spirit Week is coming to Daniels Run from March 9th–13th. We’re spending the week celebrating the diverse cultures, traditions, and styles that make our community so special.
The highlight of the week? International Night!
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When: Thursday, March 12th
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Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
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What: Food, performances, and cultural displays!
Bring your family, your appetite, and your school spirit. Let’s celebrate the world together! 🌍✨
PTA News
The Daniels Run PTA Nominating Committee has the very important job of seeking the next DRE PTA Board. If you or someone you know is interested please reach out to us!
Email us @ drenominatingcommittee@gmail.com for more information on board positions, committtes and event chair openings! We love fresh faces and welcome all!
🌎 Join Us for This is Us- International Night! 🌍
Celebrate our community at "This is Us - International Night" on Thursday, March 12th (5:30–7:30 PM)!
We are looking for families to represent their heritage:
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Host a Cultural Table: Share your country’s traditions, history, or food.
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Get Reimbursed: The PTA will provide a $50 reimbursement for your table display supplies!
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Click Here to Sign-Up for a: Table Display
Come travel the world with student "passports" and stay for our community concert starting at 6:30 PM. We can’t wait to see you there!
Music News
Fairfax Pyramid Area Orchestra Concert at KJMS on Wednesday, February 25
 Mr. Joy’s 6th grade music class mastered a difficult Japanese hand clapping activity. Click here to watch the 25 second performance.
MUSIC NEWS:
🎵 The March Musician of the Month is world-famous South African singer Miriam Makeba. She was known as Mama Afrika & sang Afropop, jazz & world music. She was the first African to singer to receive a Grammy Award. She was also known for speaking out against apartheid and racism everywhere. Click here to play her music in your class.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
🎵 Thursday March 12 (5:30-7:30pm): This is Us: A Night of Cultural Celebration in the Hallways & Cafe. (the concert portion is 6:30-7:30pm)
🎵 Friday March 13: International Day Concerts: 9:10-9:40am: 4th-6th grades; 9:50-10:20am: PAC, ECCB, EA, PK-3rd grades in Café
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
🎵 6th graders: Nicole & Junpei who performed in the Fairfax Pyramid Area Orchestra Concert at KJMS on Wednesday, February 25.
🎵 The 5th & 6th grade choruses who performed their Canon Caroling concert last Friday. Click here to watch a 1-minute picture montage. Thanks to all the classes that came to hear them sing!
SUMMER OPPORTUNTIES:
🎵 SUMMER CHOIR CAMP: 1 week camp at George Mason University: Grades 1-8.
🎵 E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students currently in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in 4 daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes.
🎵 IFTA is a 2- or 3-week summer enrichment program for students currently in grades 6-11.
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Submit Photos for DRES Yearbook
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Do you have photos you want to submit to the DRES yearbook?
Upload your photos using the Lifetouch community upload site and enter our school’s unique school code DRES-DRAGONS-26-26.
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Pre-K and Early Head Start Programs
FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors, ages 6 weeks to 4 years, living in Fairfax County.
- Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children who will be 3 years old by September 30 of the same year.
- Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from pregnancy to 2 years old.
Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible; space is limited and provided based on need, not on a first-come, first-served basis.
Applications are accepted online, by email, by mail, or in person at the program office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.
If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).
Celebrating the Power of School Breakfast
Multiple studies show that school breakfasts are important in supporting overall student health by improving students’ diets and combating food insecurity. Students who eat school breakfast consume more fruit and fiber than their peers.
This National School Breakfast Week, FCPS Food and Nutrition Services reminds families that they are dedicated to providing flavorful, healthy, sustainable, and student-focused meals. New menu items have been launched this year based on student feedback.
Would you like to know what’s for breakfast? Nutrition Services has printable menus available.
Community Clean Up Event
Roll up your sleeves and join us for our Community Clean-Up Event!
On Friday, April 10th (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM), we’re gathering at Daniels Run to get our gardens and school grounds ready for spring. This is a fantastic opportunity for families to connect while giving back to our local environment.
It’s also a day of hands-on learning. You can dive into interactive sessions to master composting, help us plant a new tree, or sharpen your nature skills by learning to identify our city’s native tree species.
[Click here to Sign Up]
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a first-time volunteer, we’d love to see your family there!
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Supervision: This is a family event, students must be accompanied by someone 18 or older.
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Weather: This event is weather-dependent.
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Updates: A full schedule will be shared as the date approaches.
Purple Up Day
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
Middle School Transition Fair
Hello families,
You are invited to FCPS' Middle School Transition Fair, an evening for families of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services to learn about planning for the future.
At this event, families can meet Career and Transition Services (CTS) representatives and other support staff, learn about postsecondary education, employment, and community supports, and hear from a student and parent panel sharing real transition experiences.
The fair will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School. Language support will be available.
This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with resources, and feel more confident about your child’s next steps. We hope to see you there!
Event Flyer and Translations
Event registration link
Ramadan Information
Dear Parents,
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, we want to ensure that we are providing the necessary support and accommodations for our students who may be observing this special time.
If your child plans to participate in Ramadan this year, please inform us as soon as possible. This will help us better understand their needs and make any necessary arrangements.
For those students who will be fasting, we kindly request that you fill out the DRES Ramadan Participation Form. This form will allow you to provide us with important information regarding your child's health, dietary requirements, and any specific needs they may have during this period.
We understand that Ramadan is a time of great significance for our Muslim families, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all our students. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Meal Kits for Fasting Students
From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. Please note other important details below:
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Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day.
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Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
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Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.
Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.
 
Girls on the Run
 
Learn About Kindergarten at Daniels Run ES
Our kindergarten open house is being held on April 10th at 9-11am to give parents of students entering school in August an opportunity to learn more about kindergarten at our school.
We recognize that parents are their children’s first teachers. Resources on the School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten webpage provide parents with ways to support their children to help ensure a smooth transition to kindergarten.
There’s also an easy-to-follow five-step process outlined for registering your child for kindergarten. Register your child today! Contact our registrar at vvien@fcps.edu, (703) 279-8400 with any questions.
 
  Poetry Contest- Arbor Day 2026
In celebration of Arbor Day on April 25, 2026 Fairfax City Environmental Sustainability Committee is planning a poetry contest. The focus of the poetry contest is "Protect the Environment Around You". Such as, nature, the importance of trees, climate change, human impact on nature, global warming, decline in various species, or anything else related to environmental awareness and stewardship.
This poetry contest is open to all students of Daniels Run ES, Providence ES, Katharine Johnson MS, and Fairfax HS.
One poetry winner from each city school will receive the award of $50. The winner will also be invited to read their poetry at the Fairfax City Arbor Day Celebration on April 25, 2026 at Pat Radio Park in Fairfax City at 9AM. (Details will be shared closer to the date)
Poetry Submission deadline is March 8th, 2026. See google form for details.
Link to Poetry Contest Submission: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrjsabGOyuxhd86kkcQd68udc6KRd-Pd2ZYRlHOeL5CercrQ/viewform?usp=header
 
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- The FCPS Budget
- School Safety
- Community Conversations
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
FCPS Calendar
 FCPS 2025-2026 Standard School Year Calendar
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