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Dear Cherry Run Families,
As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our families and community for the many thoughtful notes, treats, and acts of kindness shared throughout the week. Your generosity and support helped our staff feel truly valued and appreciated.
Our week was also filled with SOL assessments, exciting field trips, and a wonderful Cardinal Math Night! As we continue to finish the fourth quarter strong, we are grateful for the many opportunities to support, celebrate, and learn together as a school community.
Cherry Run thrives because of the partnership between our staff, families, and community. Thank you again for helping us celebrate the incredible educators who make a lasting difference in the lives of children each day.
Sincerely,
Maura Donahue and Dave Arthur
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- 5/25 Memorial Day-No School
- 5/26 Student Holiday-Teacher Workday
- 5/27 Holiday-Eid al Adha
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Spring SOL Testing Dates:
3rd Grade
- Friday, May 15 - Math SOL
4th Grade
- Thursday, May 14 - Math SOL
5th Grade
- Friday, May 15 - Math SOL
6th Grade
- Thursday, May 14 - Math SOL
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Parent Input for 26-27 School Year
Cherry Run ES Family Input Form for Class Placements 2026–2027
We value your input and would like to learn more about the learning style and environment that best support your Cherry Run Cardinal. Your feedback, along with staff input, will help guide class placement decisions for the 2026–2027 school year.
To ensure a consistent and fair process, please do not request specific teachers on this form. Instead, share any important information directly (for example, if your child should be separated from a classmate). All submissions will be carefully reviewed by the administration.
Thank you for your partnership and support. We look forward to a wonderful school year!
Food Allergies
FCPS Caters to Food Allergies
May is Food Allergy Awareness Month. The FCPS Office of Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) works to ensure every student has access to safe and nutritious school meals. Since 1 in 13 children in the U.S. has a food allergy, FNS works closely with families to provide reasonable meal accommodations for students whose medical needs affect what they can eat at school.
To support students appropriately and safely, families are asked to submit medical documentation to FNS from a U.S. licensed health care provider so we can tailor meals to each child’s needs.
Learn more about the documentation required and the steps to develop a safe menu for students.
Required Immunizations
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th GradersThe following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Immunization Events for FCPS StudentsFCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.
FCPS App
📱 Stay up to Date With the FCPS Mobile App!
The FCPS mobile app offers a customized platform to help keep families connected and informed directly from their smartphones. You can download the Fairfax County Public Schools mobile app by going to the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and searching for “FCPS.”
With the app, you can:
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Stay up to date: Get the latest news from Cherry Run ES and FCPS.
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View school calendars: See events, activities, holidays, and early dismissals.
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Check school menus: See what’s for lunch and breakfast today, tomorrow, or next week.
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Tap to contact: Quickly call attendance lines or email school staff.
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Access key links: Jump to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the FCPS website in one tap.
Users can access updates and content without having to sign in, making it easy for everyone to stay informed.
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Family Resources
Family Resource Center- May 2026 Webinars
Fairfax County Government Programs & Services
Fairfax County Park Authority-
SNAP at Farmers Markets (April–November, varies by location)
Families can use SNAP/EBT benefits at select county farmers markets and receive up to $40 in free fruits and vegetables, with tokens that can be used like cash at participating markets; for information, locations, and directions visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/farmersmarkets/snap or call 571-340-3322; to apply for SNAP call 1-833-522-5582
Available Flyer
Fairfax County Government-
Cooling Programs (Summer 2026; varies by program)
Multiple free programs are available to help families stay cool, including financial assistance for electric bills, AC repair or installation, fans for older adults, and energy-saving home upgrades; for help choosing a program call 703-222-0880 or for related program details and applications visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/familyservices/cooling-assistance
Available Flyer
The Virginia Department of Education has created a statewide online tool that helps Virginia families search for and compare child care and early learning programs, including information on program options, quality, and availability. https://families.vareadytofindchildcare.com/welcome
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