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Kindergarten enjoying their on-site field trip petting zoo!
Fifth grade field trip to the National Museum of Natural History!
Calendar Reminders
Theravada New Year (Observance Day)
Thursday, April 16, is Theravada New Year. FCPS has designated this day as a religious and cultural observance day. Observance days are regular school days with no mandatory tests, field trips, or major events.
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.
See the complete school year calendar.
Cubbie News
CRES vs. VRES Volleyball Game - Tonight!
Our 6th grade volleyball team will be taking on Virginia Run Elementary School this Friday, April 10th at Westfield High School! Doors open at 6:30 pm. Events start at 7:00 pm. This is a FREE event.
In addition to the 6th grade volleyball game, our Cub Run staff will be facing off against the Virginia Run staff in a fun and competitive volleyball match!
We’ll also have our Cub Run cheerleaders performing, along with girls’ and boys’ 3-on-3 basketball games against Virginia Run.
Upcoming Dates
April 10: Cub Run vs. Virginia Run Volleyball Game - 7:00-9:00pm; Westfield High School
April 13-17: Spring Book Fair
April 13: Den Meetings: Den of Discovery & Den of Exploration
April 15: Purple Up! Day - Wear purple for military kids
April 15: Military Connected Family Breakfast
April 18: FCPS All-County Chorus Concert-3:00pm; Lake Braddock Secondary School
April 20-24: Earth Week - Spirit Week
April 21: No School - Virginia Special Election
April 22: Earth Day Clean-up
April 25: PTA Spring Fling
April 30: AAP Orientation - 5:30pm; Rocky Run Middle School
May 5: 3rd & 4th grade Reading SOL
May 7: 5th & 6th grade Reading SOL
May 7-13: Lazy Dog Fundraiser for our Sixth Grade Celebration
May 12: 3rd & 4th grade Math SOL
May 14: 5th & 6th grade Math SOL
May 19: 5th grade Science SOL
2025-26 school year calendar
National Assistant Principals Week - April 6-10
Join NASSP, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators in honoring the enormous contributions of assistant principals to student success. Cub Run is so fortunate to have Mrs. Nausheen Haider as our Assistant Principal! We are grateful for her extraordinary contributions to Cub Run and for all she does to support our Cubbies, staff, and families!
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Spring Book Fair
The 2026 Spring Scholastic Book Fair is next week! April 13th - April 17th. Please visit the website below for details, and don’t forget to set up your student’s eWallet for easy, fast checkouts at the Fair!
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/cubrunelementaryschool
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We are also in need of Volunteers for the Book Fair. Our Book Fair cannot be successful without your help! Please sign up at the link below:
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to Book Fair Chair bookfair@cubrunpta.org.
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Month of the Military Child & Purple Up Day!
April is the Month of the Military Child, and at Cub Run we are proud to celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and spirit of our military-connected students.
Join us on Purple Up Day, April 15th, by wearing purple to show your support and appreciation. 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. As a Purple Star School, this day is especially meaningful to our community. It is a chance for all of us to stand together and recognize the sacrifices our military families make, especially the children who walk our halls each day. Let’s turn Cub Run purple and show our students just how much they are seen, valued, and celebrated!
FCPS Military Family Field Day will be held April 18. This fun-filled day celebrates all FCPS military-connected children and families. Military Family Field Day will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from noon to 2 p.m. at Annandale High School’s football stadium (4700 Medford Dr, Annandale, VA 22003).
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Cub Run Military Family Breakfast
Come join us for our annual Military Family Breakfast, sponsored by the Cub Run PTA!We invite all military families to join us in the Cub Run cafeteria at 8:00am on Wednesday, April 15th, as we celebrate and honor the Month of the Military Child. This is a great opportunity to connect with and get to know other military families in the Cub Run community!
To RSVP, please contact Chris Hassett at chris.hassett13@gmail.com. Questions can be sent to Chris Hassett or Tracy Cousino at tacousino@fcps.edu.
Earth Week - April 20-24
Dress up and celebrate Earth Week!
4/24 - Wear nature print
4/25 - Wear white
4/26 - Wear green
4/27 - Wear red
4/24 - Wear blue
Elementary Early Release Wednesday Update for April
Tuesday, April 21, is a teacher workday and staff development day because of a recently announced special election that will impact all FCPS schools.
Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22 and April 29, which were previously early release Wednesdays for elementary schools.
This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days. Read Dr. Reid’s letter to elementary parents for more details.
ST Math: March Mathness- Final Four
Our final four classes are:
Upper Conference: Mrs. Hagen (4th Grade) versus Mrs. Lee (4th Grade)
Lower Conference: Mrs. Jensen (1st Grade) versus Mrs. Coch (2nd Grade)
Fun Land Fundraiser Event! 4/15/2026
Lazy Dog Fundraiser
"This is Us" Event
This is Us!: A celebration of our Cub Run community.
Date and Time:
Thursday, May 21, from 5:30pm-7:00pm
Location:
Cub Run Elementary School Cafeteria and Front Lobby
What is "This is Us!"?
At Cub Run Elementary, one of our greatest strengths is the different cultures and traditions that walk through our doors every morning. We believe that every family brings something unique to our community, and now it’s time to celebrate it!
We are excited to invite you to "This is Us!", a special community event dedicated to learning more about the various cultures and heritages that make up Cub Run.
To find out more information or how you can participate, visit the school website here.
Save the Dates: SOL Testing
Spring SOL dates have been published as follows:
3rd Grade: 5/5 Reading, 5/12 Math
4th Grade: 5/5 Reading, 5/12 Math
5th Grade: 5/7 Reading, 5/14 Math, 5/19 Science
6th Grade: 5/7 Reading, 5/14 Math
 Attendance is Important: Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
School accreditation ratings in Virginia are based on student performance across nine school quality indicators within the state’s Student Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). One of these indicators is chronic absenteeism. Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of reason and whether the absence was excused or unexcused. A student is determined to be chronically absent if the rate of their days absent divided by their total days in membership is greater than or equal to 10% - that is only 2 days per month on average.
As of April 10, Cub Run’s Year to Date Chronic Absenteeism rate has increased to 11.7%, being in the yellow zone. As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can move into an acceptable chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.
Did you know? Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Consistent attendance helps students build confidence, maintain friendships, and stay on track with their lessons.
Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit our website for more attendance resources.
Storywalk
Hello Cub Run Families! We need your help. Our StoryWalk has been vandalized (written on, broken, knocked over, pages taken out of the signs, etc.). If you see anyone damaging the StoryWalk, please report it to the school. We know that the community has access to the fields and it may not even be anyone from our school or community, but hopefully if everyone keeps an eye out, it will prevent future issues. Unfortunately, we need to do repairs and will put up a new story soon. Thank you for your assistance in helping keep our StoryWalk at Cub Run!
Positivity Project
This week, our school is focusing on the character strength of Humor. Humor means enjoying laughter and bringing smiles to others.
Humor helps us see the lighter side of things, making tough times easier and more fun. It doesn't mean you have to tell jokes, but people with humor often notice the funny moments in life and share them with others. Humor can lift people's spirits and help them through challenges. It’s important to help students understand how to use humor in a kind way, to lift others up, and never at someone else's expense.
To practice and encourage the character strength of humor at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.
Don't Miss Out - Order Now!
Yearbooks are available for purchase: $25 for a yearbook and $28 for a yearbook with a name imprinted on the front cover.
Please see the flyer below for the QR code for ordering.
Note: "Angel Donation" is an option too if you would like to purchase a yearbook that will be donated to a student that otherwise could not afford to purchase one.
FCPS News
2026 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 your understanding.
FCPS AAP Newsletter
Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners. You can review the continuum of AAP services offered in the Spring AAP Newsletter. We will be screening all students for part time services and subject specific services at Cub Run this spring. All questions regarding advanced academics at Cub Run ES should be directed to Naomi Egerton-Baker, our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), nhegertonbak@fcps.edu.
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
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:
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.
Educate Fairfax Student Bookmark Contest
Educate Fairfax is sponsoring a divisionwide Student Bookmark Art Contest during March. FCPS students in grades K–12 are invited to design a 2” x 7” bookmark celebrating the power of learning and creativity under the theme “Today’s Reader, Tomorrow’s Leader.”
Artwork must be original, flat (no glitter or pop-ups), and include the student’s name, grade, and school on the back. Entries will be judged on creativity, connection to the theme, and overall effort. Four winners (K–2, 3–6, middle, and high) will each receive a $25 gift card, and winning designs will be printed and shared in schools and the community. Entries are DUE April 17.
Submissions may be mailed to Educate Fairfax (8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031), emailed to info@educatefairfax.org, or sent via pony mail. Educate Fairfax Bookmark Contest Flyer and Instructions.
FCPS CARES
Want a quick way to recognize an employee or team? Share an FCPS CARES! Families, colleagues, and students are all invited to submit. The FCPS CARES is automatically sent to the recipient(s) and their supervisor, and is posted on fcps.edu. Additionally, each month one school in our region wins a staff celebration from HR.
PTA News
Join Us for Cub Run’s Spring Fling!
Mark your calendars for a fun-filled evening at Cub Run Elementary’s annual Spring Fling on April 25 from 6:00–8:00 PM! This exciting spring dance is open to students of all grade levels.
Families can enjoy games, a silent auction, and delicious food for purchase from Two Smooth Dudes and King of Pops, great music and dancing. The 6th grade class will also be hosting a 50/50 raffle to raise funds for their graduation celebrations—be sure to bring money to participate and support them!
Please note that all children must be accompanied by an adult.
We also need volunteers to help make this event a success! If you’re able to lend a hand, please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0D49AEAF2EA0F49-62777403-spring#/
We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of fun, laughter, and springtime celebration!
Reminders
STEAM Donations
Please continue to send in STEAM donations through the end of April:
- Toilet paper and paper towel rolls (lots of them!!)
- Egg cartons
- Tissue boxes
- Cereal or drink boxes
Cub Run Preschool Community Peers
Cub Run Elementary is pleased to announce that we will have community peers in our preschool programs which include, Early Childhood Class-Based and Preschool Autism Classes. The Community Peer Program provides an opportunity for preschoolers with all abilities to work and play on a regular basis.
Our program will invite community peers, who are aged 3 - 4 years old, to join our classrooms. The early childhood special education program uses a child-centered approach to learning. The goal of this program is to encourage active learning and promote social interaction and acceptance.
Please complete the attached interest form or Families Interested in Community Peer Program Google Form if you would like your 3-4 year old child to be considered for the Community Peer Program.
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
FCPS registration is now available for rising kindergarten students.
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility (Your student must have turned 5 years old by 09/30/2026 to be eligible to be registered.)
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
Try Online Registration:
There are two ways to start the registration process :
- You can submit intent form here and our Student Information Assistant (SIA) will contact you via email with further instructions.
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Online registration for the 2026-27 school year is open for parents/caregivers. When registering, parents/caregivers will create (or log into an existing) SIS Parent VUE account. Follow the instructions on the page and complete the registration process.
- Once you have submitted the registration packet online, our Student Information Assistant (SIA) Mrs. Namrata Saxena will contact you via email to set up an appointment to meet her in person. You can also reach her at 703-633-7500.
If you need a paper copy of the registration packet, it can be picked up at the front office.
Be Informed, Stay Involved!
Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares
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