July 30: Ice Pops with Principals (See details below)

August 21:

Popsicles on the playground and Open House (PreK and Kindergarten only) 10:30am-11:30am

Open House (Grades 1-6 only) 12:30pm-2:30pm

August 24: FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL!

September 04 and 07: NO SCHOOL (Labor Day Holiday)

School Year Calendar

 See the complete school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.

• Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays. 
• Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

SUMMER OFFICE HOURS UNTIL AUGUST 14th:

9:00am-1:00pm Monday-Friday

Welcome Back to Bull Run Elementary!

We are so excited to kick off another fantastic school year! As we gear up for day one, here are a few key dates to mark on your calendar:

Open House (August 21st):

• Pre-K & Kindergarten: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
• Grades 1–6: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

First Day of School: August 24th

Back to School Nights (Times TBD):

• Pre-K – Grade 3: September 15th
• Grades 4–6: September 17th

Let’s make this a great year! #chargerSTRONG

https://bullrun.deco-apparel.com/  Order Bull Run Spirit Wear at any time to get ready for the school year!

As we prepare for the new school year, we are working toward 100% completion of student re-enrollment forms for every family before school begins. The annual re-enrollment packet includes the early release Wednesdays childcare selection. This year, we will have a total of four early release Wednesdays.

Families may complete their forms electronically through ParentVUE, or by downloading the paper forms from the FCPS website and returning them to the school office. All re-enrollment forms must be completed before the start of school. Don't forget to complete your ParentVUE Online Verification/Update tool- ParentVUE Online Verification/Update (OVU) Packet | Fairfax County Public Schools.

Please note that teacher assignments will be released only after your child's re-enrollment forms have been completed. 

We encourage you to submit your forms before Open House so that you will have access to your child's teacher assignment in advance. Otherwise, you may complete the required forms at Open House to receive your child’s classroom assignment.

Apply Today for Free and Reduced-Price Meals!

According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Studies show that students who eat both school breakfast and lunch tend to have healthier diets than those who don't participate in school meals. 

Families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost or at a reduced cost. This includes more than one-third of FCPS students. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. 

The application for FRM is now available for the 2026-27 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.

Access the application and view criteria and up-to-date information on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.

Special Diets

All dietary accommodation requests will be processed via centralized forms, which can be found at Dietary Accommodations | Fairfax County Public Schools. Any information about dietary accommodations, including menu communications, requests, etc, is to be sent to dietary.forms.fns@fcps.edu

Please note that forms will only need to be submitted once during the student’s enrollment, unless there are any medical changes.

Forms:

Medical Dietary Accommodation Form - This form is for any student who requires medical dietary accommodations (including allergies). A healthcare practitioner must sign this form.

Milk Substitution Form - This is for any student who cannot drink cow's milk. This form must be signed by a parent/guardian.

Medical Discontinuation Form: If a student no longer requires a medical accommodation that is still on file with FNS, parents must complete this form.

Once the dietary accommodation form is submitted to our centralized email, our Registered Dietitians will create a tailored menu that aligns with the cafeteria offerings. These menus, along with ground and pureed meals prepared on-site in separate containers, will be shared with our Kitchen Manager and families before service.

New Student ID Cards Coming This Fall 

This fall, every FCPS student will receive a student identification (ID) card as part of a divisionwide effort to modernize school transportation, improve communication with families, and strengthen student safety while traveling to and from school. 

Every student who rides the school bus will need to tap on and tap off the bus every day using their new student ID card. Families can help by reinforcing this new habit with their child.

All students at our school will need to wear their student ID cards throughout the school day. We will be handing out the new student ID cards the first few weeks of school. More details will be shared soon.

Learn more about the new transportation system and student ID cards.

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:

• 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.
• FCPS Communications for Families – FCPS shares news and information to support student learning and promote family involvement.
• Family Academy – Where families can learn and get support for their child's school journey.  Learn more on our website.
• 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.

FCPS This Week

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:

• New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System
• Boundary Changes for Skyview and Western Pyramids
• Free Mental Health Support for Middle Schoolers

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.