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Dranesville Dragons wore orange to take a peaceful stand against bullying.
Achieving Excellence, Together!
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Instruction, including intervention and enrichment, is being delivered for every student every day. Daily attendance helps to maintain classroom routines and the continuity of instruction.
As the holiday season approaches, please continue to prioritize your child's daily attendance. Here is the FCPS school calendar for your planning.
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As of today, our 43rd day of school, 96.5% of our students in grades K through 6 are attending school daily. This is improvement from 2025, when 91.4% of our Dragons were attending school regularly and better than 2024 when 91.2% of our Dragons were attending school regularly.
We, as a school, work to create a strong sense of community, belonging, and joy. Our teachers work to create welcoming learning communities in their classrooms. We thank you, families, for your partnership in ensuring that students are present, rested, and ready to learn every day.
Wednesday: "Pink Out Day!" 🩷
Show support, positive energy, and love for our caring school community.
Wear: As much PINK as you can!
Thursday: "Picture Perfect!" (School Picture Day) 📸
Smile big and let your bright, healthy future shine!
Wear: Dress your best for Picture Day!
Friday: "Character Counts!" (Book / Hero Character Day) 📚
Demonstrating strong character and making good choices matters every day!
Wear: Dress up as your favorite positive book character or superhero.
(Keep costumes school-friendly—no full face masks, weapons, or props).
Join Us for Dranesville's Final Phase of Construction Community Meeting
Join us for a community meeting on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Dranesville Elementary School. Please enter through Door 1.
During the meeting, the Facilities Design and Construction team will share updates on completed improvements, remaining work, and the anticipated project timeline. Attendees will also have an opportunity to ask questions.
For more information about this FCPS capital project and to sign up for the project-specific mailing list, please visit the Dranesville Elementary School renovation project webpage.
School Picture Day is Thursday, October 29
Picture Day Updates & Volunteers Needed!
Code: PX524597
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Cash/Check Payments: Use the Strawbridge envelope, please fill out all information completely and send exact amount. Envelopes must be returned within 3 days after Picture Day.
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Volunteers Needed: We need 4 volunteers total to help out on Picture Day (2 for the morning shift, from 9:20am- 12:30 and 2 for the afternoon shift- 1pm – 3:50).
Please take note of the following upcoming picture dates for the remainder of the school year:
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Picture Retake Day: Monday, December 7th
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Clubs and Candid Photos: Tuesday, February 2nd
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Spring Pictures (Class & Individual): Wednesday, April 21st
Additional details and ordering information will be shared closer to each event.
Digital Device Policy Reminder
Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e., in backpacks) for the duration of the school day: bell to bell.
This includes personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices. Students can only use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. There are exceptions for students with disabilities and those enrolled in specific courses.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call the school’s front office. Learn more about the FCPS cellphone policy and device policy.
Please Submit an Impact Aid Form for Each of Your Children Enrolled at Dranesville
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Online Submission (Preferred): It went live in ParentVUE on Monday, October 19. We highly encourage parents to complete and submit this form online.
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Paper Copies/Distribution: For families who prefer a physical form, paper copies will come home on November 4th.
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Final Deadline: All completed paper forms must be collected and returned By December 8th
Thank you for your support in ensuring we get 100% participation for this important school funding program.
https://www.fcps.edu/impact
Dranesville Honors Veterans
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Our annual Veteran's Day celebration on Wednesday, November 11th will include a second grade musical performance and a schoolwide video presentation and in person concert for our military-connected students and families. |
If you have a personal connection to the military, either through yourself or your family, and would like to take part in the presentations, please fill out the form below.
In this form, please include any pictures or words that you would like to share in the presentation.
Please share your Veteran’s Day information here.
Join Us for Thanksgiving Lunch and Family Math Day Thursday, November 19
Please save the date and join us for Dranesville's Fourth Annual Magnitude of Gratitude. This year's celebration will be on Thursday, November 19th and will include both Family Math activities and our Thanksgiving Luncheon. Adult meals cost $5.50. Student meals cost $3.75. Tickets for Thanksgiving Lunch are now available on our PTA Website.
Preschool AM: Lunch 11:35 - 12:05 and Family Math 12:05-12:40
Preschool PM: Lunch 1:05 - 1:35 and Family Math 1:35 - 2:05
Kindergarten: Lunch 1:05 - 1:35 Family Math 12:30 - 1:00
First Grade: Lunch 1:35 - 2:05 Family Math 1:00 - 1:30
Second Grade: Lunch 12:05-12:35 Family Math 11:00 - 11:45
Ms. Cervenec: Lunch 12:05-12:35 Family Math 11:00 - 11:45
Ms. Raso: Lunch 12:05-12:35 Family Math 12:35 - 1:05
Ms. Mejias: Lunch 12:35 - 1:05 Family Math 12:00-12:30
Third Grade: Lunch 11:35 - 12:05 Family Math 11:00 - 11:30
Fourth Grade: Lunch 10:35 -11:05 Family Math 10:00 - 10:30
Fifth Grade: Lunch 12:35 - 1:05 Family Math 12:00 - 12:30
Sixth Grade: Lunch 11:05 - 11:35 Family Math 10:30 - 11:00
Congratulations to the Herndon Pyramid Choir Directors and Singers on a Spectacular Annual Pyramid Concert
Congratulations to Ms. Hughes, Mr. Libby, and our Fifth and Sixth Grade Chorus members on their participating in the HHS Choir Pyramid Concert.
🎥 Watch the Concert Recordings:
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Full Pyramid Concert Recording — Highlights individual performances from every participating school!
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Armed Forces Combined Tribute — A deeply moving combined performance honoring each branch of the military. Thank you to all the veterans and active-duty audience members who stood to be recognized during their service songs!
 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:
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
Please Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey
FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets, which is in the upper right corner of the screen after logging in. Please complete it as soon as possible. Schools will provide paper forms to families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE starting Wednesday, October 28.
Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is how we ensure we receive all the resources available to us from the federal government. For more information, please visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.
Renovation Queue Survey
Share Your Thoughts on Schools and Buildings in the Renovation Queue Survey
Whether you work in an FCPS school, have a child enrolled, or live near an FCPS school, please share your perspective about building conditions, how facilities affect teaching and learning, renovation priorities, and what information would help you better understand this process.
Look for the survey in your email from Friday, October 16. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participation is voluntary, and all responses will be kept confidential. The survey will remain open until Saturday, October 31.
Did You Know? Bond Referendums Fund Facility Renovations
FCPS does not pay for facility renovations out of its general operating budget. Instead, Fairfax County voters decide on how much money FCPS can spend on capital improvement projects through bond referendums. Bonds are issued by the county to the school division and allow FCPS to renovate buildings without increasing taxes.
Learn more about bond referendums and how they support our schools on the Bond Referendum webpage.
A Better School Year Starts Now: Preventing Missing Work, Poor Grades, and Homework Stress
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 10- 11:30 AM
If homework has become a nightly battle or you are bracing for another disappointing report card, you are not alone, and neither you nor your child is failing. These struggles are often signs that your child needs different strategies, not more pressure. A few thoughtful changes now can shift the dynamic at home and help the rest of the school year feel more manageable.
What You Will Learn
- Study strategies that help students learn more effectively and take greater ownership of their work
- Conversation starters that reduce defensiveness, build trust, and make discussions about school more productive
- What may be behind poor grades and how to respond before frustration grows
Register here
Annual Special Education Family Conference: Breakout Session Information Available
Join us for the annual Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, taking place on Saturday, November 14, at Hayfield Secondary School.
More than 20 engaging breakout sessions have been designed to support, inform, and inspire our community. Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage to explore the lineup of presenters, titles, and session descriptions. Complete the Special Education Family Conference Registration Form to secure your spot and let us know about any childcare, language interpretation, or accommodation needs.
Get Involved Today! Volunteer and Student Participation Opportunities
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS using the Volunteer Registration Form by Wednesday, October 28. FCPS staff volunteers will receive MyPDE credit.
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Student Volunteers: Complete the Student Volunteer Interest Form by Wednesday, October 28. Students who volunteer will receive volunteer hours.
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Student Showcase Opportunities: Students can complete the Student Participation Form to lead a performance or share information about a club or research project. Students serving in these roles will receive service hours. Sign up by Friday, October 30.
Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
Restorative Justice in Fairfax County Public Schools. Build understanding. Repair harm. Strengthen relationships.
Friday, November 20, 2026 10 - 11:30 AM
How can restorative practices help when conflict happens at school? Join us for an engaging webinar to learn about restorative justice practices in FCPS and how they may support students and families. We will explore:
- What restorative justice looks like in FCPS
- Potential benefits in discipline and conflict situations
- Ways restorative approaches can support students and families
Register here
Calendar Reminders
October 28: Renovation Community Meeting 6:30 PM
October 28: Herndon High School Band FREE Tag Day Concert 7:00 PM
October 29: Fall Picture Day (Yearbook Photos)
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 6:00 PM
November 19: Thanksgiving Luncheon and Family Math Day
November 19: PTA Turkey Toss
November 25-27: Thanksgiving Holiday No School
November 30: Chick Fil A Spirit Day @ North Point Village Center
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