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Dear Cherry Run Families,
It is truly hard to believe we have officially entered the 4th quarter! Looking back at the start of the year, it’s incredible to see how much our Cardinals have grown, both academically and personally. We are bursting with pride over everything they have accomplished so far, and we can’t wait to see them finish the year strong!
This past week, several of our Cardinals had their artwork featured at the Lake Braddock Pyramid Art Show (check out the picture below!).
A huge shout-out to Mrs. Rodas and our talented students for the beautiful work they showcased!
Next week we have a fantastic lineup of events scheduled at CRES:
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Kindergarten Orientation (Tuesday): We are so excited to welcome the newest members of our Cardinal family!
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Purple Up! Celebration (Wednesday): Join us as we wear purple to honor and support our military-connected students at school and then on the blacktop at 4:30pm to celebrate.
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International Day & Celebration (Friday): A beautiful opportunity for us to come together and celebrate the rich diversity and cultures that make our community so special.
Looking forward to seeing our Cardinals back at Cherry Run on Monday and wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead!
Sincerely,
Maura Donahue and Dave Arthur
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- 4/14 CRES Kindergarten Orientation
- 4/15 CRES Purple Up Celebration
- 4/17 CRES International Night
- 4/21 Student Holiday-special election
- 5/25 Memorial Day-No School
- 5/26 Student Holiday-Teacher Workday
- 5/27 Holiday-Eid al Adha
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Purple Up and Glow Run Spirit Week
No School April 21/Meals for Students
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.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Spring SOL Testing Dates:
3rd Grade
- Friday, May 1 - Reading SOL
- Friday, May 15 - Math SOL
4th Grade
- Wednesday, May 6 - Reading SOL
- Thursday, May 14 - Math SOL
5th Grade
- Friday, May 1 - Reading SOL
- Friday, May 8 - Science SOL
- Friday, May 15 - Math SOL
6th Grade
- Wednesday, May 6 - Reading SOL
- Thursday, May 14 - Math SOL
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FY 2027 Budget: Sustaining Excellence
Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 BudgetAbout 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes public budget hearings (April 14-16) and an online survey. Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th Graders
As required by the Code of VA, parents or legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend at a Virginia public school.
In addition, all students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations:
- Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older;
- Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older;
- A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent or guardian, at the parents or guardians sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s healthcare provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Immunization appointments are available. Inspire Health Alliance will be providing immunizations for currently enrolled FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Visit the Inspire Immunization Events Student Registration webpage to schedule an appointment.
Kindergarten Registration
Learn About Kindergarten at Cherry Run ES
Our kindergarten open house is being held on April 14, 2026 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, Yasmin Naldo, at 703-923-2800 or ymnaldo@fcps.edu with any questions.
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We are excited to invite you and your families to our upcoming Community Resource Fair on April 15th, 2026. This event is proudly sponsored by Robinson Secondary School and Lake Braddock Secondary School.
The fair is designed to provide the students, and families with valuable information regarding community services and opportunities.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
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Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
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Location: Gold Cafeteria, Robinson Secondary School
(5035 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032)
Upcoming Community Events
Purple Up Day – April 15 Students are encouraged to wear purple in support of military-connected peers. We are also excited to host our PURPLE UP event after school on the blacktop again. We’ll have inflatables, blooming station, fun activities, musical chairs, pizza and more. Thanks to our Educate Fairfax, CRES Military Team and CRES PTA for supporting us this year!
Military Family Field Day – Saturday, April 18 (12:00–2:00 p.m.) Hosted by FCPS at Annandale High School, this event will include games, crafts, and opportunities to connect with other military families. Food will be available for purchase. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdN9H0hfzurI4njTgwaaGCVL6lTKPXHjZcg8bGuPvxlAT-rfQ/viewform Please RSVP by March 27.
Special Education Family Conference-Rescheduled
FCPS’ 2026 Special Education Family Conference has been rescheduled to Saturday, April 18, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marshall High School. Updated conference details are now available on the Special Education Family Conference webpage. Please register for the event. If you registered before, please re-register for the new date. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this date change may cause and appreciate
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Community Conversations
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 it 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.
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