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Hello Bull Run Families,
Thank you to everyone who came out this past Friday to cheer on the Bull Run staff as we faced off against the Centre Ridge staff in our basketball game! The energy and support from our community made the evening truly special.
We hope we represented our school community positively and proudly. I was especially proud of our cheerleaders, who showed incredible spirit and enthusiasm throughout the game. Most of all, I want to recognize our student section. Our students were respectful of both teams, cheered with excitement, and demonstrated what it truly means to show support with class.
Your behavior and sportsmanship reflected true #chargerSTRONG pride. Thank you for making it a night to remember!
Reminders:
Tomorrow, Friday March 13th, is the last day of our 'From CRAYONS to COLLEGE to CAREERS Spirit Week', capping off with an SCA Spirit Day: Dress like your deam job!
It is also the final day of the Spring Scholastic Book Fair!
Have a wonderful weekend!
-Mr. Marotta
March 13: Final day of the Spring Scholastic Book Fair
March 13: Last day of From CRAYONS to COLLEGE to CAREERS Spirit Week! (see information below)
March 20: Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr (NO SCHOOL)
March 23-27: 2nd Annual Inclusion Revolution Pep Rally and Spirit Week
March 25: Three-Hour Early Release Wednesday
March 27: Quarter End / 2-Hour Early Release
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*The full FCPS 2025-2026 calendar can be accessed here.
 2026 Staff basketball team (Left to Right and Top to Bottom): Lauren Plaugher, Katheryn Escobar, Pete Buchanan, Arjin Tomar, Dede Johnson, Zakara Scott, Leonard Roberts, James Marotta, Amanda Deliee, Jen Kiehlmeier, Michael Derrek, Brandon Calandra, Sean Youngberg, Ben Vest, Chris Costanza (Coach), Dana Onley
 I’m proud to share that one of our staff members has been selected to move forward beyond our pyramid considerations for the 2026 FCPS Honors Awards. Her nomination packet will now be considered by regional leadership alongside other pyramids in Region 4 — the final step before becoming a county finalist. Congratulations Carol Long (special education instructional assistant)!
From CRAYONS to COLLEGE to CAREERS Spirit Week March 9-13
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TOMORROW (Friday, 03/13) SCA SPIRIT DAY: Career Day – Dress up as your future career! Whether you want to be a doctor, scientist, artist, or astronaut, we want to see your dreams in action! |
The Scholastic Book Fair
LAST DAY FOR SALES- tomorrow, Friday March 13th
Daily Hours: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
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As part of our commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles for our students, we want to share a brief reminder with families regarding beverages brought from home.
While we cannot prevent students from bringing soda to consume during the school day, FCPS policy does prohibit soda from being offered or sold in our cafeteria or vending machines. We encourage families to be mindful when making choices about beverages sent to school. In addition to concerns about added sugar and overall health, spilled soda can create sticky surfaces that disrupt learning spaces and require additional cleaning time.
We appreciate your partnership in supporting healthy habits and helping us maintain a clean, safe, and positive learning environment for all students.
Thank you for your continued support.
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Family Engagement Survey NOW OPEN!
FCPS is administering our Family Engagement Survey, currently open until Monday, March 23. Your feedback is critical in helping us to better recognize, understand, respect, and address family strengths and needs in our schools.
Survey topics include:
- Welcoming environment.
- Communication.
- Student success.
- Advocacy.
- Family and school partnerships.
- Community partnerships.
The survey will be available in English, Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Pashto, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.
Parents/caregivers should have received a survey link via email from FCPS on March 9th. A survey link will also be posted on FCPS’ website. Paper surveys are available at each school.
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Take a night off from cooking and help our 6th-grade class at the same time! We’re hosting a Spirit Night at the Chantilly Shopping Center Chick-fil-A, and we’d love to see you there.
When: Wednesday, March 18th
Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: 4201 Chantilly Shopping Center
How to make it count:
1) In-Person: Mention "Bull Run ES 6th Grade" to the Team Member before you order.
2) Mobile App: Use the code "BullRun" when placing your order in the Chick-fil-A App.
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Does your child love to perform, or maybe they just need a little boost in confidence? Our PTA is thrilled to partner with Not Just Dance for an 8-week After School Theatre Program right here at Bull Run!
Your kids will dive into improv games, role-playing, and creative movement in a high-energy, supportive environment.
When: Wednesdays, 4:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Dates: March 25 – June 3 (8 weeks total)
Cost: $115 per student
Deadline to Register: Monday, March 23
Classes are first-come, first-served, so don't wait! You can register and pay online at notjustdance.net. For questions, give them a call at 571-392-3209.
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Bull Run Elementary PTA is partnering with RunFit Kidz again this spring!
Open to students in Grades 1st–6th!
When: Tuesdays after school (4:15 PM – 5:30 PM) from March 17 to May 12.
The Big Event: A Celebration 5K on Sunday, May 17, at Fairfax Corner!
Registration Info:
Registration officially opens on Monday, February 16, at 8:00 AM.
The fee is $129, which covers everything: professional coaching, a program T-shirt, mileage tokens, entry into the Celebration 5K, a finisher’s medal, and a post-run party!
Ready to join the team? Sign up at: prtrainingprograms.com/runfit-kidz/
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Pre-orders for the '25-'26 Bull Run Elementary Yearbook are officially open. Buying early ensures your student gets their copy before they sell out.
Deadline: Order by April 26
Yearbook ID: 15367026
How to Order: Head to ybpay.lifetouch.com and use the ID code above.
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Join Ms. Kiehlmeier at TECHSTRAVAGANZA!
Event Location: Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 10 AM to 4 PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Thomas Jefferson HS is asking families to register to get a better estimate of how many lab materials to prepare for the day.
For more information and to register please visit the link: https://techstrav.org/
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BULL RUN FRIDAYS!
Bull Run Elementary encourages every student to wear our school colors (blue & white), or school spirit wear every Friday! This is a simple way we can show our community pride! Make a plan with friends and see how many of you can participate! Staff often wear their blue and white or Spirit Wear on Fridays too!
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https://bullrun.deco-apparel.com/ Order Bull Run Spirit Wear at any time throughout the school year!
Jersey Day! Every First Friday of the Month!
Bull Run Elementary encourages every student and staff member to wear a jersey, shirt or colors of their favorite team or sport!
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BENCHMARK UPDATE
Journeys and Themes in Language Arts
Benchmark Unit 6 in Language Arts is about the lessons we can learn from different stories around the world. Students in K-5 will be learning about themes across cultures. Sixth grade students will learn about legendary journeys.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: What’s a lesson that you’ve learned recently, or a challenge you had?
- Activity: Pick a few of your child’s favorite books or classic stories such as “Goldilocks and the Three Bears.” With your child, discuss each story and whether it has a lesson.
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
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Recognizing BRES staff who go above and beyond
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Bull Run Elementary. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
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April Statewide Election: No School for Students
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (unless otherwise noted) on:
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Tuesday, March 17, from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m., at Glen Forest Elementary School.
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Monday, March 23, at Ravensworth Elementary School.
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Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
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Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
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Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.
Child care and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
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Phones Off, Learning On
FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students focus, learn, and engage. When students put their phones away, they have more face-to-face interactions with their peers and teachers and more opportunities to develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Please remind your child that:
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Cell phones and personal devices (earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell).
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Smart watches that serve a dual purpose may be worn, but the phone features (texting, Internet viewing, and calls) are to be off when phone use is prohibited.
If you need to contact your child during the school day, please call our front office. Visit our cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions.
Prepare for Summer Learning and Fun for Students
Registration is open or will be available soon for summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education and Institute for the Arts Camps
Career and Technical Education camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Robinson Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Tuition assistance is available to FCPS families eligible for free or reduced meals.
Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp that allows current K-5 students to explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps. Registration is open through Friday, June 5.
Elementary Institute for the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly fine and performing arts camp for students in grades K-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students attend four daily classes in dance, music, theater, and visual arts and work with experienced educators who create engaging, fun classes.
New this year: Students in the above camps can also register for aftercare, which is available from 2 to 5 p.m.
Centreville High School Junior, Vivien Berg, has developed a website (SOLace) to be used by teachers, students, and families, with supporting SOL success. She worked alongside VDOE and has developed her own non-profit to ensure this support is free and available to all students. SOLace is a new website that allows students from grades 3-12 to prepare for any math, reading, or science SOL using interactive practice tests. The website is fully not-for-profit with zero fees or sign-ups, so students can get to practicing in seconds in the classroom or at home. SOLace uses past test questions from officially released SOLs and contains intuitive explanations for each question, helping students learn and grow through their practice. Its user-friendly design and advanced accessibility features make it suitable for all students. Visit learnsolace.org today to see how SOLace turns practice into progress.
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Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost
FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Tutoring Resources for Families
Some families may be looking for additional resources to help support their child’s academic success. The FCPS Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of FCPS employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to hire as tutors. This list is a resource offered by the FRC, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with the tutors. This list is not approved by FCPS and is only meant to be a resource to families.
Get to Know FCPS and the Resources Available to Families
Being connected to your school community helps you stay informed and support your child’s success. Take some time to get familiar with the many resources and tools available to FCPS families, including:
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School Age Child Care (SACC) – This Fairfax County government program provides a safe and fun environment before and after school for elementary school-age children.
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FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family involvement.
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Family Academy – Where families can learn and get support for their child's school journey. Learn more on our website.
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Do You Know About Family Liaisons – Family liaisons serve as a link between families and schools. Find out how family liaisons can support you and your family.
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FCPS This Week
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Family Engagement Survey
- Student Honors
- No School on April 21
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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#chargerSTRONG
Mr. Marotta, Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Rozzoni are proud of our #chargerSTRONG community!
Want to view previous Bull Run Bulletins? Click here.
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