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A Note from the Principal
Dear Daniels Run Families,
I have to say, this has been one of the most unusual weather years I have experienced in education. Between the multiple delayed arrivals for the "snowcrete" and early dismissals for rain, wind, and lightning storms—thank you for your patience and for all you are doing to get your students to school. Your flexibility is truly appreciated.
We have a very busy few weeks ahead before we head into Spring Break. Please take a moment to note these upcoming calendar adjustments:
Upcoming Dates & Reminders
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March 20 (Friday): School Holiday – No School
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March 25 (Wednesday): Three-Hour Early Release (12:45 PM Dismissal)
- We will follow the dismissal plan on file for your student.
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March 27 (Friday): Last Day of the 3rd Quarter & Two-Hour Early Release (1:45 PM Dismissal)
- Please note: Students do not stay for after-school activities this afternoon.
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March 30 – April 3: Spring Break – No School
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April 6 (Monday): Teacher Work Day – No School for Students
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April 10 (Friday): School Planning Day – No School for Students
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Daniels Run!
Warmly,
Susan Mullen, Principal
Upcoming Dates
March 20: Eid-al-Fitr Holiday- No School
March 24: Spring Picture Day
March 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday (Dismissal at 12:45pm)
March 27: End of 3rd Quarter- 2 Hour Early Dismissal at 1:45pm
March 30- April 3: Spring Break- No School
April 6: Teacher Work Day- No School for Students
April 10: School Planning Day- No School for Students
April 10: Kindergarten Parent Information Session at 9-11am
April 10: Community Clean Up Event at 9-12pm
April 21: Student Holiday (VA Statewide Election)- No School for Students
Family Engagement Survey is Open!
🫶 Do you feel welcome at your child's school? Are you informed of your child's progress? Answer these questions and more on the Family Engagement Survey, open through March 23: https://bit.ly/FESURVEY2026
Spanish
🫶 ¿Se sienten ustedes bienvenidos en la escuela de su hijo? ¿Reciben información sobre el progreso de su hijo? Respondan estas y otras preguntas más en la Encuesta sobre la Participación de la Familia, la cual está abierta hasta el 23 de marzo: https://bit.ly/3Nn8fIb
Arabic
🫶 هل تشعر بالترحيب في مدرسة الطالب؟ هل أنت على اطلاع بما يحرزه الطالب من تقدم دراسي؟ بإمكانك الإجابة على هذه الأسئلة وغيرها من خلال الاستطلاع حول مستوى مشاركة الأسرة في العملية التعليمية، الذي سيكون مُتاحاً حتى 23 مارس/آذار:https://bit.ly/40bclWK
Korean
🫶 자녀의 학교에서 환영받고 있다고 느끼시나요? 자녀의 진척 상황에 대해 알고 계시나요? 3월 23일까지 진행되는 가족 참여 설문조사에서 이러한 질문과 더 많은 질문에 답해 주시기 바랍니다: https://bit.ly/4aRgkhi
Trex Challenge- Goal Reached!
Thank you to everyone who sent in plastic for the Recycle Beyond the Bag program. We have reached our goal and will be receiving a bench from Trex!
The plastic that you collected for this program can still be deposited at any location that plastic bags are collected, such as Giant, Safeway and Goodwill. If you would like some help finding a local center that collects this type of plastic, please reach out to Megan Oris mloris@fcps.edu
 Science Lab Request
The Science Lab would love the following materials replenished:
- Paper towel tubes
- Toilet paper tubes
- Cereal boxes (please collapse)
- Cardboard egg cartons
Materials can be dropped off at the science lab door. Thank you in advance!
A Note From Our PTA
Dear DRE Families,
As we begin planning for the upcoming school year, the DRE PTA Nominating Committee is working to identify parents and caregivers who are interested in serving in leadership and support roles for next year.
The DRE PTA plays an important role in our school by supporting student programs, community events, teacher appreciation efforts, and many activities that make Daniels Run Elementary such a special place for our students and families. In order for the PTA to continue this work, we rely on volunteers who are willing to step into leadership and support roles each year.
We understand that stepping into a PTA leadership role can feel like a big commitment. Several current board members, including our president, are happy to stay involved next year to mentor and support new volunteers as they learn the roles. Most positions are collaborative and the time commitment is often much smaller than people expect.
At this stage, we are simply looking for parents who are open to having a conversation with the Nominating Committee to learn more about the roles and how they help support Daniels Run Elementary. You do not need prior PTA experience to explore these opportunities.
If you are interested in learning more or would like to talk through how you might be able to help, please contact the Nominating Committee at drenominatingcommittee@gmail.com
Even a brief conversation can help us ensure a strong leadership team for next year.
Thank you for considering how you might help support the future of the DRE PTA. Our school community is strongest when many families are involved.
Warm regards,
DRE PTA Nominating Committee
Daniels Run Spirit Wear is Back!
Show your school pride in style and support your PTA at the same time! With every purchase, a portion of sales goes directly to your PTA! Browse the latest spirit wear styles for students, parents, and staff. Enjoy FREE school delivery on orders placed from March 5th through March 19th!
Community Clean Up Event
Roll up your sleeves and join us for our Community Clean-Up Event on Friday, April 10th, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Daniels Run! This is a fantastic opportunity for families to come together and help prepare our gardens and school grounds for spring.
It’s also a day of hands-on learning; you can participate in interactive sessions to learn more about composting, assist in planting a new tree, and even sharpen your nature skills by learning how to identify the various tree species that reside in our city.
Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just looking to give back, we’d love to see your family there helping our local environment bloom.
This is a family event. Students may not attend without someone 18 years or older.
This event is weather dependent.
A schedule will be shared as the date gets closer.
Families that would like to participate must register through the sign-up genius and complete the level 1 or level 2 volunteer form. See link below:
https://volunteer.fcps.edu/custom/501/opp_details/3076
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Visitor Reminder
When you visit our school, please sign in using our new Raptor system and don’t forget to sign out when you leave. This helps us keep everyone safe and make sure everyone in the building is accounted for.
We also ask that all visitors exit through Door 1 after signing out. Thank you for helping us keep our school safe!
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SOL Test Schedule
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3rd Grade Reading: May 6th
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3rd Grade Math: May 12th
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4th Grade Reading: May 5th
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4th Grade Math: May 15th
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5th Grade Writing: March 19th
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5th Grade Reading: May 7th
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5th Grade Math: May 14th
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5th Grade Science: May 19th
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6th Grade Reading: May 4th
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6th Grade Math: May 11th
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6th Grade Algebra: May 18th
Music News
MUSIC NEWS:
🎵 Congratulations to the 80 students who performed, displayed their artwork, or hosted a table last Thursday at This is Us: A Night of Cultural Celebration and/or on Friday morning International Concerts.
🎵 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.
UPCOMING MUSIC EVENTS:
April is a very big month of music concerts. Please mark these on your calendar:
Sat,, 4/11: Fairfax Pyramid Stringapalooza
Wed, 4/22: Strings Spring Concert Rehearsal
Thurs, 4/23 Strings Spring Concert
Mon, 4/27: Band Spring Concert Rehearsal in the gym (during school)
Tues, 4/28: Band Spring Concert in the gym
Thurs, 4/30: Chorus Spring Concert Rehearsal in the café (8:45-9:45am)
Fri, 5/1: Chorus Spring Concerts in the café (morning, during school)
SUMMER MUSIC 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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Learn About Kindergarten at Daniels Run ES
Our kindergarten parent information session 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.
 
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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Fairfax HS Cultural Celebration
Tickets are ON SALE now for Fairfax High School’s annual sold-out event: Cultural Celebration 2026!
Thursday, March 26th
Food Sales & Cultural Fair 5:30 PM | Cultural Celebration (Global Talent & Fashion Show) 6:30 PM
Join us for an incredible trip around the world featuring fiery Latin dances, the beat of the Korean drums, the majesty of the Chinese Dragon dance, Uyghur traditional dancing, global fashions, tasty treats from near and far, and MUCH MORE!
Online tickets are now on sale. Tickets may sell out prior to the event, so reserve yours today!
Pre-Sale Online Ticket Prices: Adults $8 | Students $5 TICKET LINK (FCPS Employees are free. Please show your badge.)
Door Ticket Prices: Everyone $10
Don't miss out! Tickets are flying faster than a K-pop dance move, so click this TICKET LINK or the QR code in the flyer to grab yours now!
⚽ Girls Soccer Clinic at Fairfax High – April 10
Fairfax High School Girls Soccer is offering an upcoming clinic for players ages 7–14. Participants will work on ball skills, footwork, strategy, teamwork, and enjoy fun games and scrimmages. Full-Day Clinic (April 10, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., $85) For more information or to register visit http://www.givebutter.com/futurelionsgirlssoccer
2026 Special Education Family Conference
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Marshall High School.
Dr. Shelley Moore will deliver the keynote address on The Evolution of Inclusion. It will look at how the goals of inclusion have continued to shift and evolve, as we learn more about diversity and identity. Participants will be invited to reflect on their own contexts and consider next steps for advocacy and action.
Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information, including breakout session offerings and a list of vendors that will be on site. Confirm your attendance for this year’s conference.
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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. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
 
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).
 
 
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Winter Sports Champions
- Parent Acknowledgement of Course Requests
- Last Chance to Take the Family Engagement Survey
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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