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Ms. Williams, Ms. Rose, and Ms. Cerreta were celebrated for their instructional excellence.
Dranesville Dragons: 29 Days Strong
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As of today, 95.2% of our students in Kindergarten through Sixth Grade are attending, connecting, and attending school regularly. Our chronic absentee rate is currently 4.8%. Our chronic absentee rate on this day in 2025 was 11.6% and in 2024 it was 13.3%.
We are indeed achieving excellence together. Thank you, families, for prioritizing daily school attendance!
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We are noticing an increase in families reporting travel plans that impact students' attendance. Please be mindful of the school calendar. Daily attendance is critical to students accessing instruction including intervention that is supportive of them achieving on or above grade level. If there is an unavoidable circumstance, please notify our attendance team. We are here to support your child and your family.
Hispanic Heritage Month Spirit Week
Flags of Spanish speaking countries are beautifully displayed in our lobby.
Tuesday: "Words Matter" Day – Wear a shirt with a positive quote or an outfit that brings you joy, as we celebrate reading, language, and inspirational stories!
Wednesday: "Fiesta of Colors" Day – Brighten up the halls by wearing vibrant colors or traditional attire for our big evening celebration!
Thursday: "Music & Rhythm" Day – Wear a shirt featuring your favorite musical artist, genre, or instrument as we listen to traditional and modern rhythms to start and end our school day.
Friday: "Dranesville United" Day – Wear your Dranesville spirit wear or school colors to celebrate how all our unique cultures come together to make one strong community.
K-6 Benchmark Focus
Comparing and Contrasting
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Our K–6 curriculum teams recently dove into a Benchmark unit focused on a key reading skill: comparing and contrasting within and across texts. The academic vocabulary students learn during this unit isn't just for literacy: it carries over into science, social studies, math, and beyond!
Starting this week, keep an eye on our main lobby! You will see the core academic vocabulary and learning standards displayed where everyone can see them. By bringing the learning from our classrooms into our shared spaces, we highlight the great work happening schoolwide every day.
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Check out the FCPS Quarterly Curriculum Overviews to learn more about what our students are learning this quarter. Thank you for your ongoing partnership as we achieve excellence, together!
Performance Matters Assessment Information
All systemwide common assessments in grades 3-12 are administered in Performance Matters. (This includes Benchmark reading basal assessments.)
Families may view student scores through their child's Schoology login, using the Performance Matters Student Portal. Families who cannot access the digital reports may request a printed report by contacting their child's teacher. Step-by step directions can be found on the Dranesville Website.
Coaches Needed
Science Olympiad, Math Olympiad, Chess
Paid After-School Coaching Opportunities
Interested in supporting our students after school? We are seeking enthusiastic coaches for the following clubs:
- Science Olympiad
- Math Olympiad
- Chess Club
Key Details:
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Compensation: All positions are paid.
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Schedule: Held directly after school hours.
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Support: You will work directly with school administration for smooth coordination and logistical support.
Interested in learning more? Please contact jepalacios@fcps.edu to inquire.
Please Help Us Stock the Clinic Closet
There are days when our Dragons need a quick outfit change. Please help us stock our clinic closet with new undergarmets.
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-Girls underwear (size 8, 10, 12, 14)
-Boys underwear (size 6, 8, 10, 12, 14)
-Gender neutral shorts and or pants (sweatpants, pajama pants and athletic wear preferred): XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
-Grocery bags to reuse for dirty clothes
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Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Tuesday, December 1, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School (note date change)
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Calendar Change: Eid al-Fitr
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
Safe Routes to School Parent and Caregiver Survey
As part of the Fairfax County School Board’s Annual School-Based Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment, the FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are inviting parents and caregivers to share their experiences traveling to and from school.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss and ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns.
Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
Calendar Reminders
October 6: Partnering for Student Success Series Session 1
October 10: Special Olympics Unified Soccer Tournament 1:30 p.m. Madison HS
October 12: School Planning Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day Student Holiday
October 14: Celebration of Community, Culture, Language & Literacy 6:00-7:30 PM
October 15: AAP Full-time Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM
October 21: PTA Meeting & Title I Annual Meeting 6:00 PM
October 23: Yearbook Cover Contest Entries Due
October 24: Herndon Homecoming Parade 9:30 AM
October 29: Fall Picture Day
October 30: 1st Quarter Ends Two-Hour Early Release Dismissal 2:05 PM
November 2-3: Student Holidays
November 11: Veterans Day Celebration 9:50 AM
November 14: Special Education Family Conference
November 18: PTA Meeting 6:00PM
November 19: Thanksgiving Luncheon and Family Math Day
November 19: PTA Turkey Toss
November 25-27: Thanksgiving Holiday No School
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