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A Note from the Principal
Dear Daniels Run Families,
Next Wednesday, October 21, is an early-release day. Students will follow their usual dismissal plans unless you have notified the school of a change. If your child’s dismissal plan needs to be different that day, please contact the office at least 48 hours in advance to help us ensure a smooth and safe dismissal.
Fall field trips are getting underway, giving students wonderful opportunities to learn and explore beyond the classroom. EAC students will visit Cox Farms, our sixth graders recently enjoyed a trip to the Smithsonian National Museum of Art, and some classes will attend Peter Pan at Fairfax High School. There are many exciting experiences ahead! Please check your child’s class newsletter for details about their field trip and other upcoming activities.
In Case You Missed It Last Week:
Purple Star Award Daniels Run has been named a 2026–2027 Purple Star Award recipient in recognition of our support for military-connected students and families. This designation is valid for three school years, and we are honored to receive this recognition.
Accreditation Update Daniels Run remains fully accredited and meets state expectations. Our school’s Framework score increased by 5.9 points to 89.4, just 0.1 point below the Distinguished level. SOL scores have also increased over the past two years. Thank you to our students, staff, and families for the hard work behind this progress.
Thank you for being part of our Daniels Run community. Have a wonderful weekend!
Susan Mullen
Principal
Upcoming Dates
October 21: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday (Students dismiss at 12:45pm)
October 30: 2 Hour Early Release/End of First Quarter (Students dismiss at 1:45pm)
November 2 & 3: Teacher Workdays- No School
November 6: Dragon Day
November 16-20: PTA Book Fair
November 18: Thanksgiving Luncheon
November 25-27: Thanksgiving Break
Do You Know an Amazing Employee?
We are now accepting nominations to recognize our outstanding employees at Daniels Run for the 2026 - 2027 school year! If you have worked with an outstanding employee at Daniels Run, FCPS wants your help recognizing them. Dragon colleagues and families are invited to nominate.
🏆 NOMINATIONS FOR...
- Outstanding New Teacher
- Outstanding Principal or New Principal
- Outstanding Professional Staff Leader
- Outstanding Educational Services Employee
- Outstanding Operational Services Employee
🗓️DEADLINE: The deadline to submit a nomination is October 30, 2026.
📝SUBMISSIONS: Submissions can be made by completing the form linked here: https://forms.gle/CZGz83BPX4zLeTAh7
Thank you for supporting our outstanding Daniels Run ES Staff!
Survey Extended! Share Your Feedback on Traveling to and From School
The FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are asking families to share their experiences traveling to and from their child’s school. The feedback will help inform the Fairfax County School Board’s annual assessment of traffic and pedestrian safety near schools.
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 survey takes about five minutes to complete and will be open through Tuesday, October 20.
Please note that parents may now submit more than one response to provide feedback regarding different schools. 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.
FCPS Is Participating in Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5)
Virginia Quality Birth to Five is Virginia’s system for measuring and supporting quality in early childhood programs so children enter kindergarten ready to learn. VQB5 builds on health and safety standards by measuring the quality of teacher-child interactions and the use of the curriculum. Visit the Virginia Quality Birth to Five website for more information.
Daniels Run Komodo Karate
Hi Daniels Run Families,
Karate is back! Beginning in November, students will have the opportunity to take classes once a week in the DRES Karate Program. Mr. Joseph Gayl, the school counselor, will be running the program and teaching all classes.
Karate takes place once a week for 7 to 8 weeks and will be on Mondays. It runs from 4:00 pm to 4:50 pm in the Daniels Run Gym. Students need to be picked up by 4:55 pm near the Walker Doors/Kiss and Ride Parking Lot.
If you are interested or have any questions, please let me know. A consent form will go out within the next week which must be completed.
Thanks,
Joseph Gayl
Karate Instructor and School Counselor
jgayl@fcps.edu
Parent Consent Form
PTA News
Dragon Drive, our Daniels Run PTA annual fundraiser, is running from October 19th through November 6th. Please register your student at https://www.givebacks.com/causes/dres/campaigns/dragondrive2026
This year the PTA is excited to raise money for interactive STEAM assemblies and author visits! Plus, 10% of your student's donations will come back directly to their grade! Every dollar helps our Dragons discover, create, read, and roar!
Save the Date for our Book Fair!
Save the Date: Daniels Run's beloved Scholastic Bookfair is BACK! Nov 16-20
Volunteer opportunities here: DRES Book Fair Volunteers-Sign up Here!
Music News
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Musician of the Month: the October musician of the month is Baroque composer, J.S. Bach. He is known as one of the greatest composers in history. His music is known for its beauty, complex patterns, and amazing technical skill. This month students will listen and watch his music performed by modern musicians such as Jake Shimabukuro, Wendy Carlos, the Beatles, & The Beach Boys.
- Pyramid Choir begins next Tuesday, Oct 20.; 4:45-6pm at Katherine Johnson Middle School. All 4th-6th graders are welcome. Registration is due today, Friday, October 16.
- Fairfax Pyramid Area Orchestra Concert (session 1): Wednesday, October 21 at Katherine Johnson Middle School
- 5th & 6th Grade Chorus rehearsals: Thursday mornings 8:45-9:25am in Tilman Music Room
- Next Daniels Run Singers rehearsal: Monday, 10/19 after school: 3:45-4:30pm: McCarten Music Room
- Save the Date: International Night 2027: Tuesday, March 16. International Day: Wednesday, March 17. Auditions will be in January.
Family Needs Assessment Survey
The School Social Worker and Family Liaison at Daniels Run Elementary School work together to support students and families during the school year. This information will help us connect you with helpful school and community resources. Please read this optional form carefully and check the boxes to receive more information on resources that may be available to you. You will receive a paper version as well in the mail. All answers will be kept private and confidential. Thank you!
Encuesta de necesidades familiares
La trabajadora social y la enlace Familiar de la Escuela Daniels Run trabajan juntas para ayudar a las familias durante el año escolar. Esta información nos ayudará a poneros en contacto con los recursos escolares y comunitarios de utilidad. Por favor, lea atentamente este formulario opcional (optional form) y marque las Casillas corresponidentes para recibir más información sobre los recursos que pueden estar disponibles. También recibiras una carta impresa por correo postal. Todas las respuestas se mantendrán en privado y de manera confidencial. Muchas gracias.
Steam Lab Materials Needed
The STEAM lab is ready to collect consumable materials! Please send the following to the lab:
- Paper towel tubes
- Toilet paper tubes
- Cardboard egg cartons
- Cereal boxes (collapsed)
- Small-medium cardboard boxes (collapsed)
Materials will be accepted until October 30.
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.
FCPS Calendar
FCPS 2026-2027 SY Calendar
FCPS News
In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics:
- Facilities Survey
- Transportation Survey
- Health Department Letter on Preventing the Spread of Illness
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
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