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Roadrunner Rundown
October 26, 2026
Principal's Message
Dear Marshall Road Families,
A consistent theme across grade levels the last few weeks is student writing, be it about how a character in a story feels or how they are different from others or the value and uses of corn (talk to any 5th grader if you feel behind on corn knowledge), is using evidence from the text to support your idea. This goes for facts or inferences that inform an opinion. All students can respond to the questions, “What makes you say that?” or “What supports your thinking?”. You can try this at home after reading, listening to a book or podcast. The use of an open ended but specific question keeps the student in the “driver's seat” as the critical thinker.
Our Runathon Kickoff took place on Friday and our students left excited about the fun of running together and running to support MRES. Take a few minutes to watch the Runathon Video with your children. Info about PRIZES are on the Runathon site linked below.
Our school parking lots are busy throughout the day, especially at arrival and dismissal, as families and staff come and go. Please slow down when driving in our lots to ensure the safety of all.
The 1st quarter ends this Friday, October 30 and we will have a 2 hour early release. There will be no school for students on November 2 and 3.
Have a great week.
Matthew Chapman, Toni Nauflett, and Kelly Willis
Administrative Team
School Events and Information
Attendance Matters
Currently our VDOE Chronic Absenteeism Rate is 6% (we were as low as 5.4 % two weeks ago; our lowest ever). Three years ago, our end of year rate was 18%-3 times as much! 🙁 As a school community, we are doing a better job of supporting student needs as families and as a school and taking advantage of school holidays for trips instead of on school days. 🙂Let’s keep up the good work.
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Lost and Found
The items in Lost and Found will be donated on Friday November 6th. Please have your child check for missing items. As a reminder, if you put your child’s last name on jackets, hoodies, water bottles, and lunch boxes they will be returned to them when found.
Federal Impact Aid Survey
Please log into your ParentVue (using Chrome) account and complete the Federal Impact Aid Survey for each child. A completed form is required for every student whether they are federally impacted or not. The Impact Aid Program is a federal program designed to directly compensate local school districts that have been financially impacted by federal activities. The program’s mission is to reimburse local school districts for local revenues lost due to the presence of federally owned, and therefore tax exempt, property in Virginia ONLY. Please complete the survey by October 29th to avoid receiving a paper copy. Thank you.
Outstanding Employee Awards
Please take a moment to nominate a MRES staff member for an Outstanding Employee Award. The nomination window is open through November 12th. You may submit nominations for all 6 categories: Teacher, New Teacher, Principal, Professional Staff, Educational Services and Operational Services. Nomination Form.
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Stay in Touch with Us
PTA Update
🚲 Bike Train Helmet Contest – this Tuesday!
Decorate your helmet and join our bike-train this Tuesday, October 27 at 8:45 am departing from Meadow Lane Park. The top three best-decorated helmets win a Ben&Jerry’s gift card! Don’t miss the fun ride to school!
🧤 Winter Clothing Drive – Final Week!!!
It’s the final week to donate your gently used kids' winter clothing. We need hoodies for older kids (sizes: Adult Small, Adult Medium, and Adult Large). Drop off in the school lobby through October 30. Want to help sort? Email secretary@marshallroadpta.org to get involved!
🏃Runathon Countdown!
The Runathon is coming Friday, November 6! Visit the Runathon Website to register your Roadrunner, track the fundraising progress and win prizes. We are Stronger Together! Let’s keep the momentum going! Donate today and help us reach our fundraising goal.
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🎃Compost Pumpkins!
The PTA will collect pumpkins for composting on Wednesday, November 4, and Thursday, November 5. 8:30–9:30 am: Drive through the Kiss ’N Ride lot, and we’ll collect your pumpkin right from your car. Our 6th graders are helping support a greener school community! During school hours: Drop off pumpkins in the compost bins outside the front entrance. * Please remove all decorations, including paint, glitter, and candle wax, before dropping off your pumpkins.
Treat not Trash - Recycle your Candy Wrappers!
Bring your candy wrappers to school and place them in the "Treat not Trash" bin in the lobby from November 4-13. The PTA will send all wrappers collected to be recycled. Please donate only plastic candy wrappers (no paper-based wrappers, food waste, cardboard, or wooden & bamboo sticks).
🌟MRES Staff Spotlight - Ms. Baney
I am a 4th Grade Teacher and this is my 3rd year at MRES. I was previously a middle school ESOL teacher for 4 years. I love being a Roadrunner because we take care of each other. The Runathon is my favorite day of the year because I get to see the whole community together. I also love being a part of the Special Olympics/Best Buddies team.
I love watching movies, trying new recipes with lots of cheese, baking gluten free goodies, hanging out with my cat, and spending time with my family.
I am passionate about traveling to new places, especially within the US. My favorite US cities are Chicago and New Orleans.
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Stay in the Know!
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FCPS Communications
Diabetes Information for Parents
The Diabetes Fact Sheet and FCPS Diabetes Webpage are resources provided by FCPS that are available to parents. Fact sheet translations are available on the webpage.
Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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Annual Special Education Family Conference: We Need You!
Register now to attend FCPS’ annual Special Education Family Conference, Connected Communities, Thriving Students, on Saturday, November 14, 8:30 am-3:00 pm at Hayfield Secondary School.
Educators, families, and community members are invited to this in-person event at no cost. Participants can connect, learn, and explore available special education services, supports, and resources. Lunch will be provided for all participants. Register to attend the conference.
Find out how to volunteer:
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Adult Volunteers: Sign up through Volunteer FCPS.
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Student Volunteers: Sign up through the Student Volunteer Interest Form. Students will receive service hours for their time.
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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. Service hours will be awarded to students serving in these roles.
Visit the Special Education Family Conference webpage for more information. Email questions to SpecialEdFamilyConf@fcps.edu.
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