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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

Although the end of the school year is a couple weeks away, there is still engaging learning activities occurring.  Our first grade students design a park every year to wrap up our year-long science curriculum and many students include a playground in their park. They participated in a presentation from the Vice President of KABOOM, a nonprofit that builds kid-designed playgrounds in communities that need it. Students enjoyed learning about the design process and seeing some of the possibilities for their own design. I also enjoyed seeing some of our Kindergarten students design models of water slides in our Innovation Space. 

Best of luck to the George Mason University baseball team as  the play in the NCAA tournament this weekend.  The GMU baseball team has volunteered their time this year at DRES, Go Patriots!   

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy the weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

When to Expect Standardized Testing Scores?

SOL: posted in ParentVue the week of 6/12

iReady: posted in ParentVue the week of 6/20

VKRP: mailed home to kindergarten families the week of 7/10

WIDA: mailed home to ESOL families week of 6/9

End of Year Medication Notification

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 1:45 p.m. on June 16, 2023, the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed.

It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s) at the time of pickup. 

Spirit Day - Friday (6/9)

As part of our AVID mission to increase college awareness, our school will continue participating in College Swag Day NEXT FRIDAY, June 9th. Students and staff are encouraged to participate by wearing college colors and/or logos, official apparel, etc.

Examples of college colors:

Lost and Found

Are your children missing any clothing?  Our lost and found is near our lobby staircase.  Please stop by to take a look if you are missing something before Friday, June 16th.  After June 16th, anything left will be packed up and donated.

INOVA Free School Physicals and Immunizations

Inova Cares Clinic for Children (ICCC) and Inova Partnership for Healthier Communities (PHC) are now scheduling appointments in June, July, and August to provide children ages 5 and up with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2023-24 School Year. This will take place at the Inova Cares Clinic for Children in Herndon, Manassas, and Falls Church.

Fairfax High School Girls Basketball Camp

Fairfax High School is hosting a basketball camp for rising 2nd -10th grade girls that offers a fun learning experience from 9 AM – 3 PM on July -17 – July 21.  Click here for more information and registration details. 

Fairfax HS World Languages Summer Camp

Who: Rising 5th - 7th grade future Fairfax HS Students

(students must live in FHS boundary)

What: Campers will be able to explore various cultures and languages including French, Spanish, Latin, and German with engaging and fun activities. Students will get a glimpse into studying these languages as future middle and high school students and work with current and high school language teachers and Honor Society students.

When: Hours will be from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

Session 1 - July 24 - 27

Session 2 - July 31 - August 3

Please register for only one session

Where: Fairfax High School - 3501 Lion Run, Fairfax VA 22030

Cost: Free! This camp is sponsored by the City of Fairfax School Board. All activities and supplies are included. 

Other: Students can bring a bagged lunch or pizza and bottled water/juice will be provided. Bus transportation will be provided from Providence ES and Daniels Run ES. 

How to Register: Use this link. 

Questions? Email Nathalie Coyle at Fairfax HS at [email protected]

ST Math Summer Learning Supporting your Elementary Student

In collaboration with the FCPS Family Resource Center, the Math Office is offering a free webinar on Thursday, June 8, 2023, from 7-8 p.m. This webinar is designed to provide families of students currently in grades K-6 with resources to continue their math learning over the summer utilizing ST Math. During this session participants will learn how to log on and navigate the tool, discuss how students can work more independently, and how families can support their students.

Register for ST Math. 

Updates on Online Student Registration

FCPS plans to have online registration in place at all schools across the district starting June 30, ensuring a simple and efficient new student registration application process for the upcoming school year. Learn more about registration. 

Notes from the Music Department

Musician of the Year: Click here to vote for your favorite musician of the month.  Parents, students and staff can vote.  You can also recommend a musician for next year.

Upcoming School Concerts:

🎵 Band Evening Concert: Tuesday, June 6; 7pm

🎵 4th-6th Grade Strings Evening Concert: Wednesday, June 7; 7pm

🎵 Band & 5th-6th Grade Strings Daytime Concert: Thursday, June 8; 2:30pm

 

Summer Music Camps:

• Current 2nd-5th graders: Elementary Institute For the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly arts day camp for children who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theatre, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging. Click here for more info.
• Current 6th-12 graders: The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a 2 or 4 week summer enrichment program. Students select from nearly 90 classes in: Art, Dance, Health, Music & Theatre.  Click here for more info.

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

We had our mega morning meeting today and it was such a success! 

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates 

June 6th - Band Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 7th - Strings Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 15th - Kindergarten Promotion (morning); 6th Grade Promotion @ FHS (2:00 pm)

June 16th - Last day of school for students; two hour early release (1:45 dismissal)

August 21 - First day of school for students 

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

Thank you to our PTA for a wonderful "Donuts with Dragons" event this past Wednesday.  Sunshine and donuts were a great way to start the day!

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, May 29, for the Memorial Day holiday. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 30. Learn about the history of Memorial Day.

Today is the last day to submit requests for the 23-24 school year.  If you feel that there is pertinent information to support your child’s success, please complete this optional Parent Input Form. Please note this is not intended for families to request specific teachers.

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy the long weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

When to Expect Standardized Testing Scores?

SOL: posted in ParentVue the week of 6/12

iReady: posted in ParentVue the week of 6/20

VKRP: mailed home to kindergarten families the week of 7/10

WIDA: mailed home to ESOL families week of 6/9

End of Year Medication Notification

The school health room is reminding parents and guardians that all medication stored in the health room must be picked up no later than 1:45 p.m. on June 16, 2023, the last day of school. Medication left in the health room after that time will be destroyed.

It is school policy that medications must be picked up by the parent or guardian. Medication cannot be sent home with your student. However, with parent or guardian permission, a high school student may transport over-the-counter medications to and from the school health room.

If your student will be enrolled in a summer program sponsored by Fairfax County Public Schools, the existing medication authorization form(s) may be used for the summer program, but you will need to pick up the medication on the last day of school and deliver the medication and completed forms to the summer learning site on the first day of the summer program. Please let the health room know if you would like a copy of the form(s) at the time of pickup. 

INOVA Free School Physicals and Immunizations

Inova Cares Clinic for Children (ICCC) and Inova Partnership for Healthier Communities (PHC) are now scheduling appointments in June, July, and August to provide children ages 5 and up with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2023-24 School Year. This will take place at the Inova Cares Clinic for Children in Herndon, Manassas, and Falls Church.

Fairfax High School Girls Basketball Camp

Fairfax High School is hosting a basketball camp for rising 2nd -10th grade girls that offers a fun learning experience from 9 AM – 3 PM on July -17 – July 21.  Click here for more information and registration details. 

Attendance Information

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

Updates on Online Student Registration

FCPS plans to have online registration in place at all schools across the district starting June 30, ensuring a simple and efficient new student registration application process for the upcoming school year. Learn more about registration. 

Notes from the Music Department

Fairfax Symphony Orchestra: In music class all 3rd-6th graders participated in virtual concerts with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra.  Click here to see a 6th graders perform and here for others who created and performed their own lyrics to an African American spiritual.  Bravo students!

 

Musician of the Month: Scottish percussionist Evelyn Glennie is the May musician of the month. She is the first person in history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist, performing worldwide with the greatest conductors, orchestras, and artists. She own over 2,000 instruments and is profoundly deaf.  Listen to her music here 

 

Summer Music Camps:

Looking for something to do this summer? Check out the link below to see the many music camps offered in Fairfax County this summer!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/13b9dJleq6YXOaNhmlPHQUEdCVdUwNXdxNrvpgn_XyqE/edit?usp=sharing

• Current 2nd-5th graders: Elementary Institute For the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly arts day camp for children who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theatre, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging. Click here for more info.
• Current 6th-12 graders: The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two or four-week summer enrichment program. Students select from nearly 90 classes in: Art, Dance, Health, Music & Theatre.  Click here for more info.

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on a review of the 24 character strengths and the Other People Mindset. 

Over the course of this year, we have gained an understanding and appreciation of the 24 character strengths that are in all of us. Every 1-2 weeks we learned about a different character strength or Other People Mindset element. This knowledge has helped us build strong relationships with other people and become our best selves. People who have strong positive relationships do five things consistently - these are the five practices of the Other People Mindset. 1. Recognize the good in other people, 2. Recognize that everything you say or do affects other people, 3. Support others when they struggle, 4. Cheer people on when they succeed, 5. Remain present when giving people your attention. People who have a strong Other People Mindset are able to build and maintain strong, positive relationships with others.

This year, by deliberately and consistently teaching students that relationships are important — and that positive relationships are cultivated through character and the Other People Mindset — our school community has experienced firsthand how positive relationships help us become happier, healthier, and more resilient.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates 

May 29 - Memorial Day Holiday - Schools Closed 

May 31- Summer Blast Off Community Event

June 1st - Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm

June 6th - Band Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 7th - Strings Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 15th - Kindergarten Promotion (morning); 6th Grade Promotion @ FHS (2:00 pm)

June 16th - Last day of school for students; two hour early release (1:45 dismissal)

August 21 - First day of school for students 

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

Our 3rd-6th grade students have done an excellent job the past couple weeks taking their SOL tests.  We have had excellent attendance for the tests, thank you families for avoiding any scheduling conflicts.  Our parent input form will close next Friday (see details below) as we prepare for the 23-24 school year. 

Best of luck to our students and staff participating in the Girls on the Run 5K tomorrow morning!  I hope to see many of you Wednesday morning for our Donuts with Dragons event. 

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Parent Input Form 

If you feel that there is pertinent information to support your child’s success, please complete this optional Parent Input Form by Friday, May 26th. Please note that this system is not intended for families to request specific teachers. Your child’s current classroom teacher, specialists, counselors, and administrators will collaborate to make well-balanced classes. We value and consider your insight into your child’s learning needs. 

INOVA Free School Physicals and Immunizations

Inova Cares Clinic for Children (ICCC) and Inova Partnership for Healthier Communities (PHC) are now scheduling appointments in June, July, and August to provide children ages 5 and up with FREE school physicals and immunizations to begin the 2023-24 School Year. This will take place at the Inova Cares Clinic for Children in Herndon, Manassas, and Falls Church.

Attendance Information

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Family Resource Center

Parent Resource Center Is Now the Family Resource Center

FCPS’ Parent Resource Center has changed its name to the Family Resource Center (FRC), as a way to acknowledge and support the broad diversity of families in our community. The FRC continues to offer a wide range of essential resources and education for caregivers and students including:  

• Webinars on Topics Related to Children and Education

• Workshops and Webinars on YouTube
• Digital Resources
• Library
• Free Consultations

Families can find printable resource guides and details about the center’s free lending library on FRC’s homepage. They may also sign up to receive the FRC newsletter for updates on webinars, resources, and other information. If you have questions, please contact the FRC via email at [email protected] or call 703-204-3941.

Upcoming FRC Webinars

The FRC is hosting the following upcoming webinars. Events are virtual unless stated otherwise.

• Meet the Author Series 1-2-3 MAGIC: The Basics: A Webinar For Families. May 19, 10-11 a.m. This webinar highlights tips for encouraging positive behaviors and strengthening your relationship with your child. 

Click on the titles above for more information or to register for a webinar. 

PTA News

Donuts with Dragons - Wednesday, May 24th 8:15 am

Please join the Daniels Run PTA for Donuts with Dragons next Wednesday (May 24) at 8:15 am. Join us in the blacktop behind school for this fun community event. Students can bring a parent, caregiver or family friend and enjoy a donut together before school. 

Updates on Online Student Registration

FCPS plans to have online registration in place at all schools across the district starting June 30, ensuring a simple and efficient new student registration application process for the upcoming school year. Learn more about registration. 

Notes from the Music Department

Fairfax Symphony Orchestra: In music class all 3rd-6th graders participated in virtual concerts with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra.  Click here to see a 6th graders perform and here for others who created and performed their own lyrics to an African American spiritual.  Bravo students!

 

Musician of the Month: Scottish percussionist Evelyn Glennie is the May musician of the month. She is the first person in history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist, performing worldwide with the greatest conductors, orchestras, and artists. She own over 2,000 instruments and is profoundly deaf.  Listen to her music here 

 

Summer Music Camps:

Looking for something to do this summer? Check out the link below to see the many music camps offered in Fairfax County this summer!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/13b9dJleq6YXOaNhmlPHQUEdCVdUwNXdxNrvpgn_XyqE/edit?usp=sharing

• Current 2nd-5th graders: Elementary Institute For the Arts (E-IFTA) is a weekly arts day camp for children who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four classes every day related to dance, music, theatre, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create classes that are fun and engaging. Click here for more info.
• Current 6th-12 graders: The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a two or four-week summer enrichment program. Students select from nearly 90 classes in: Art, Dance, Health, Music & Theatre.  Click here for more info.

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on a review of the 24 character strengths and the Other People Mindset. 

Over the course of this year, we have gained an understanding and appreciation of the 24 character strengths that are in all of us. Every 1-2 weeks we learned about a different character strength or Other People Mindset element. This knowledge has helped us build strong relationships with other people and become our best selves. People who have strong positive relationships do five things consistently - these are the five practices of the Other People Mindset. 1. Recognize the good in other people, 2. Recognize that everything you say or do affects other people, 3. Support others when they struggle, 4. Cheer people on when they succeed, 5. Remain present when giving people your attention. People who have a strong Other People Mindset are able to build and maintain strong, positive relationships with others.

This year, by deliberately and consistently teaching students that relationships are important — and that positive relationships are cultivated through character and the Other People Mindset — our school community has experienced firsthand how positive relationships help us become happier, healthier, and more resilient.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates

May 24 - Donuts with Dragons 

May 29 - Memorial Day Holiday - Schools Closed 

May 31- Summer Blast Off Community Event

June 1st - Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm

June 6th - Band Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 7th - Strings Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 15th - Kindergarten Promotion (morning); 6th Grade Promotion @ FHS (2:00 pm)

June 16th - Last day of school for students; two hour early release (1:45 dismissal)

August 21 - First day of school for students 

3705 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

Thank you our wonderful PTA and all the families who helped make teacher and staff appreciation week an awesome week!  Congratulations to our 23-24 board members:

President - Beth Brixius

Vice President - Sarah Pagani

2nd Vice President - Kara Custis

Treasurer - Leslie Woods

Secretary - Alex Hume

A huge thank you to our outgoing board members, Lacey O'Donnell and Amanda Adams, for all the time and effort they have contributed to the PTA and our school community. 

Congratulations to Meredith Hulley, who won the 2022-2023 Fairfax County Special Education PTA Award recognizing outstanding achievement in supporting students with disabilities and learning differences in Fairfax County Public Schools! 

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Parent Input Form 

If you feel that there is pertinent information to support your child’s success, please complete this optional Parent Input Form by Friday, May 26th. Please note that this system is not intended for families to request specific teachers. Your child’s current classroom teacher, specialists, counselors, and administrators will collaborate to make well-balanced classes. We value and consider your insight into your child’s learning needs. 

Attendance Information

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!

In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at the school—a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit our website for more attendance resources.

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Family Resource Center

Parent Resource Center Is Now the Family Resource Center

FCPS’ Parent Resource Center has changed its name to the Family Resource Center (FRC), as a way to acknowledge and support the broad diversity of families in our community. The FRC continues to offer a wide range of essential resources and education for caregivers and students including:  

• Webinars on Topics Related to Children and Education

• Workshops and Webinars on YouTube
• Digital Resources
• Library
• Free Consultations

Families can find printable resource guides and details about the center’s free lending library on FRC’s homepage. They may also sign up to receive the FRC newsletter for updates on webinars, resources, and other information. If you have questions, please contact the FRC via email at [email protected] or call 703-204-3941.

Upcoming FRC Webinars

The FRC is hosting the following upcoming webinars. Events are virtual unless stated otherwise.

• Portrait of a Graduate: The Keys to Success in Life: A Webinar for Families. May 12, 10-11:30 a.m. 

• Meet the Author Series 1-2-3 MAGIC: The Basics: A Webinar For Families. May 19, 10-11 a.m. This webinar highlights tips for encouraging positive behaviors and strengthening your relationship with your child. 

Click on the titles above for more information or to register for a webinar. 

PTA News

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

Notes from the Music Department

Scottish percussionist Evelyn Glennie is the May musician of the month. She is the first person in history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist, performing worldwide with the greatest conductors, orchestras, and artists. She own over 2,000 instruments and is profoundly deaf.  Listen to her music here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=RDEMSTFcuJjViZP0C0KYlh_3TA&playnext=1

A Round of Applause! 

Congratulations to the Daniels Run band and strings students for their amazing performances last weekend at the District 11 Solo & Ensemble Festival! We are proud to share that EVERY DRES participant received a superior rating!! Way to go Dragons!! 😊

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Leadership. Leadership means you value each member of your group and inspire people to do their best.

Leadership can be both formal and informal. It is concerned with getting others to do what needs to be done while maintaining group morale to ensure readiness to act in the future. This character strength’s focus is on the personal qualities of leaders rather than the practice of leadership. These qualities include the ability to understand others and inspire them toward a common goal, the capacity to mitigate conflict and mold consensus, and the desire to lead other people.

For individuals, leadership is a way to achieve what you know is important, as groups of people invariably achieve more than individuals. If you want to achieve your vision for the future, you need to inspire others to join you. As an individual’s ability to lead develops, so does that person’s confidence and sense of self-efficacy.

To practice and encourage the character strength of leadership with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates

May 29 - Memorial Day Holiday - Schools Closed 

June 1st - Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm

June 6th - Band Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 7th - Strings Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 15th - Kindergarten Promotion (morning); 6th Grade Promotion @ FHS (2:00 pm)

June 16th - Last day of school for students; two hour early release (1:45 dismissal)

August 21 - First day of school for students 

3705 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
Attendance: 703-279-8484 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

As the 2022-2023 school year is coming to a close, it is time for Daniels Run  staff to start preparing for the 2023-2024 school year.  When it comes to class placements, we consider many things, such as heterogeneous groupings, balancing academic abilities, and how to maximize the support our resource teachers can provide students. 

If you feel that there is pertinent information to support your child’s success, please complete this optional Parent Input Form by Friday, May 26th. Please note that this system is not intended for families to request specific teachers. Your child’s current classroom teacher, specialists, counselors, and administrators will collaborate to make well-balanced classes. We value and consider your insight into your child’s learning needs. 

Also, a reminder that all visitors must use entrance #1, have an ID, and check-in at the main office. 

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Writing Club 

Kids Can Write will be wrapping up its first semester at Daniels Run with a celebration on Friday evening in the library. Ten students in grades three through six were paired with GMU students who supported them in writing a book. Now those books have been published, and some are for sale on Amazon, including Guy and Dude: The Abandoned Hotel by Thomas in Mr. Yu’s class about and Oakleigh by Noelle in Ms. Linte’s class! We hope to continue the club in future semesters so that more students can have the opportunity to participate in this exciting activity.

Birthday Celebrations

 We ask that families consider ways to celebrate student birthdays in a joyful manner while minimizing the impact on instructional time and creating a safe and equitable environment for all of our students.  There are a multitude of health issues that were taken into consideration.   There are  many students who are at risk when outside food is brought into the school environment due to diabetes, food allergies (peanut, milk, etc.), and chronic illnesses such as Celiac disease, etc.  

     To make the environment safe and comfortable for all students, while still allowing for a celebration of each child’s birthday, we ask families to adhere to donating a book, board game, or piece of recess equipment in their child’s honor or students may bring in ONE non-edible treat for each of their classmates, such as a pencil, bookmark or sticker (balloons, treat bags, etc., may not be sent in or distributed).

 This treat-free policy does not apply to other special classroom parties and events.  As homeroom teachers and parents work together to plan other special classroom celebrations, we ask that everyone take into account the individual needs of students in the classroom.   

Attendance Information

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

According to a recent study of elementary and middle schools, there is a 5.8% difference between April and June attendance rates. Let's work together to end the school year successfully! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

Teacher Appreciation Week 

Say “Thank You!” to Your Favorite Teacher 

The first full week of May (May 8 to 12) is Teacher Appreciation Week. You can submit a recorded message thanking and celebrating our school’s amazing teachers and staff.

Your video message may be selected to share with our teachers and community on FCPS’ website and social media channels throughout Teacher Appreciation Week. Surprising our teachers and staff with these messages of gratitude and support is part of the fun, so keep your contribution under wraps until May.

Community Conversation: School Safety and Security

FCPS will host a community conversation to discuss our approach to safety and security, and the work we do every day to keep our schools safe. Join us Monday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South Lakes High School. Registration information will be available soon.. 

FCPS staff and experts will review our risk assessment processes, the physical measures we already have in place to protect our students and staff, pilot programs to detect vaping, and how we communicate and collaborate with our partners when there is an incident at our schools. 

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Family Resource Center

Parent Resource Center Is Now the Family Resource Center

FCPS’ Parent Resource Center has changed its name to the Family Resource Center (FRC), as a way to acknowledge and support the broad diversity of families in our community. The FRC continues to offer a wide range of essential resources and education for caregivers and students including:  

• Webinars on Topics Related to Children and Education

• Workshops and Webinars on YouTube
• Digital Resources
• Library
• Free Consultations

Families can find printable resource guides and details about the center’s free lending library on FRC’s homepage. They may also sign up to receive the FRC newsletter for updates on webinars, resources, and other information. If you have questions, please contact the FRC via email at [email protected] or call 703-204-3941.

Upcoming FRC Webinars

The FRC is hosting the following upcoming webinars. Events are virtual unless stated otherwise.

• Let's Talk About Grief: What To Say And How To Support Children And Adolescents Who Have Lost A Loved One. May 5, 10-11 a.m.

• Portrait of a Graduate: The Keys to Success in Life: A Webinar for Families. May 12, 10-11:30 a.m. 

• Meet the Author Series 1-2-3 MAGIC: The Basics: A Webinar For Families. May 19, 10-11 a.m. This webinar highlights tips for encouraging positive behaviors and strengthening your relationship with your child. 

Click on the titles above for more information or to register for a webinar. 

PTA News

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

Notes from the Music Department

Scottish percussionist Evelyn Glennie is the May musician of the month. She is the first person in history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist, performing worldwide with the greatest conductors, orchestras, and artists. She own over 2,000 instruments and is profoundly deaf.  Listen to her music here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=RDEMSTFcuJjViZP0C0KYlh_3TA&playnext=1

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Enthusiasm.  Enthusiasm means you approach life with excitement and energy. You energize people around you.

Enthusiasm is the ability to bring life and excitement to different situations. It often leads to a higher level of involvement and engagement both for individuals and for groups. Those who demonstrate enthusiasm bring an energy and level of intensity to individual and group work. These people are often identified as early leaders and innovators as a result of their outward excitement about a task or project. Look for these people to recruit new group members and generate ideas.

For groups, enthusiasm can be directly tied to high levels of success, happiness, and achievement. Enthusiasm is contagious. One person’s enthusiasm can spark others to think, speak, and act with more energy and conviction. Groups that are enthusiastic about tasks are much more likely to spend longer periods of time in service to the group’s overall goals.

To practice and encourage the character strength of enthusiasm with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2) where together you will watch a video, read a quote and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates

May 8-12- Staff Appreciation Week

May 10- PTA Meeting 

May 29 - Memorial Day Holiday - Schools Closed 

June 1st - Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm

June 6th - Band Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 7th - Strings Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 15th - Kindergarten Promotion (morning); 6th Grade Promotion @ FHS (2:00 pm)

June 16th - Last day of school for students; two hour early release (1:45 dismissal)

August 21 - First day of school for students 

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Dear Parents/Caregivers,

Although the end of the school year is approaching, I would like to remind you that our students still need to attend school regularly. 

As mentioned last fall, regular attendance is crucial for the academic success of all students. Studies have repeatedly proven that students with better attendance records perform better in school and are more likely to graduate high school on time.

I understand that there may be obstacles preventing students from attending school regularly, such as illness or personal circumstances. That’s why it is so important for our school team to work together with our students and families to remove any barriers. Regular school attendance is not only a basic right of every student but also a shared social value. We all belong here!

Attending school even if your student arrives late is valuable for their academic and social success at school. Please encourage your student to arrive on time every day and maintain regular attendance until the last day of school. Together, we can work toward increasing school attendance rates and improving academic outcomes for all our students.

Please read the tips below to support regular school attendance and foster a positive attitude in your student regarding school and education:

• Establish routines that help reduce stress.
• Maintain strong connections with friends and teachers to ensure prompt communication in case of any concern or emergency.
• Provide us with your updated email address and phone number.
• Review your student’s attendance record regularly and make necessary adjustments after tardiness or medical appointments to your school office.

Let's finish the school year strong!

Sincerely,

Janelle Alabi

Assistant Principal

 

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Update - DRES Day at GMU Baseball 

As of Friday afternoon the games are still on tomorrow at 11:00 and 2:30.  The National Anthem is not sung before the second game so our chorus will not be able to perform.  Tickets are still good for use tomorrow. 

Updated link

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

The rainy Friday weather has brought some changes to our event with the GMU baseball team.  They are not able to play their game today so they are playing two games tomorrow (11:00 and 2:30).  Our chorus will perform prior to the second game.  We will send communication if additional changes occur to the schedule.  You can purchase tickets using this link:

https://am.ticketmaster.com/gmu/quickbuy?e=QlMyMzA0Mjk=&promoCode=RFJFUw==

Also, a reminder that all visitors must use entrance #1, have an ID, and check-in at the main office. 

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Birthday Celebrations

 We ask that families consider ways to celebrate student birthdays in a joyful manner while minimizing the impact on instructional time and creating a safe and equitable environment for all of our students.  There are a multitude of health issues that were taken into consideration.   There are  many students who are at risk when outside food is brought into the school environment due to diabetes, food allergies (peanut, milk, etc.), and chronic illnesses such as Celiac disease, etc.  

     To make the environment safe and comfortable for all students, while still allowing for a celebration of each child’s birthday, we ask families to adhere to donating a book, board game, or piece of recess equipment in their child’s honor or students may bring in ONE non-edible treat for each of their classmates, such as a pencil, bookmark or sticker (balloons, treat bags, etc., may not be sent in or distributed).

 This treat-free policy does not apply to other special classroom parties and events.  As homeroom teachers and parents work together to plan other special classroom celebrations, we ask that everyone take into account the individual needs of students in the classroom.   

Attendance Information

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

According to a recent study of elementary and middle schools, there is a 5.8% difference between April and June attendance rates. Let's work together to end the school year successfully! Visit our website for attendance resources. 

Teacher Appreciation Week 

Say “Thank You!” to Your Favorite Teacher 

The first full week of May (May 8 to 12) is Teacher Appreciation Week. You can submit a recorded message thanking and celebrating our school’s amazing teachers and staff.

Your video message may be selected to share with our teachers and community on FCPS’ website and social media channels throughout Teacher Appreciation Week. Surprising our teachers and staff with these messages of gratitude and support is part of the fun, so keep your contribution under wraps until May.

Community Conversation: School Safety and Security

FCPS will host a community conversation to discuss our approach to safety and security, and the work we do every day to keep our schools safe. Join us Monday, May 8, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at South Lakes High School. Registration information will be available soon.. 

FCPS staff and experts will review our risk assessment processes, the physical measures we already have in place to protect our students and staff, pilot programs to detect vaping, and how we communicate and collaborate with our partners when there is an incident at our schools. 

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Family Resource Center

Parent Resource Center Is Now the Family Resource Center

FCPS’ Parent Resource Center has changed its name to the Family Resource Center (FRC), as a way to acknowledge and support the broad diversity of families in our community. The FRC continues to offer a wide range of essential resources and education for caregivers and students including:  

• Webinars on Topics Related to Children and Education

• Workshops and Webinars on YouTube
• Digital Resources
• Library
• Free Consultations

Families can find printable resource guides and details about the center’s free lending library on FRC’s homepage. They may also sign up to receive the FRC newsletter for updates on webinars, resources, and other information. If you have questions, please contact the FRC via email at [email protected] or call 703-204-3941.

Upcoming FRC Webinars

The FRC is hosting the following upcoming webinars. Events are virtual unless stated otherwise.

• Let's Talk About Grief: What To Say And How To Support Children And Adolescents Who Have Lost A Loved One. May 5, 10-11 a.m.

• Portrait of a Graduate: The Keys to Success in Life: A Webinar for Families. May 12, 10-11:30 a.m. 

• Meet the Author Series 1-2-3 MAGIC: The Basics: A Webinar For Families. May 19, 10-11 a.m. This webinar highlights tips for encouraging positive behaviors and strengthening your relationship with your child. 

Click on the titles above for more information or to register for a webinar. 

PTA News

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

 Strategic Planning Updates

Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums

We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for Monday, April 10, at noon; Tuesday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (in Spanish); and Monday, April 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register for the event.

Notes from the Music Department

🎵 American trombonist, Trombone Shorty is the April musician of the month.  He plays funk, jazz & hip hop.  Listen to his music here.  

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Purpose. Purpose means you have beliefs about the meaning of life and your life’s purpose. You seek to be part of something greater than yourself.

Purpose gives individuals the sense that they are put on this earth for a reason and that they are somehow connected with humanity or the universe. People who possess a sense of purpose believe that they were put on earth for a reason. That reason can have all kinds of variety. It could be to create a unique invention, bring joy through art or music, or raise their children to become good people. These people have a true calling.

Having a clear sense of purpose in life and believing that you’re connected to a larger meaning gives individuals strength. It allows them to persevere and find courage in trying circumstances or lead with kindness and love even when it’s not reciprocated. Those with a sense of purpose have more meaning in their life -- and are more fulfilled.

To practice and encourage the character strength of purpose with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates

May 8-12- Staff Appreciation Week

May 10- PTA Meeting 

May 29 - Memorial Day Holiday - Schools Closed 

June 1st - Chorus Concert, 7:00 pm

June 6th - Band Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 7th - Strings Concert, 7:00 pm 

June 15th - Kindergarten Promotion (morning); 6th Grade Promotion @ FHS (2:00 pm)

June 16th - Last day of school for students; two hour early release (1:45 dismissal)

August 21 - First day of school for students 

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Save the Date - DRES Day at GMU Baseball 

Updated link

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

The fourth quarter is off to a busy start, some highlights of what our students and staff have been doing the past week:

• Thank you to our Kindergarten team for hosting a great parent information session for rising Kindergarten families last Friday. 
• Our 6th grade students took a field trip to Georgetown University last Friday as part of our AVID program.  They also have been learning all about the American Shad fish in science class in preparation of the release of the Shad in Belmont Bay.  
• Kindergarten and 3rd grade have been learning and playing ultimate frisbee. 
• We had about 30 Fairfax High School students visit our students during lunch and recess. 
• 2nd grade students have been learning about economics and the bartering system.
• 4th grade students have been learning about interpreting functional text.
• Congratulations to our students whose art work was displayed at the Fairfax pyramid art show.   

We have partnered with George Mason University baseball team this year and have a great event planned for next Saturday, April 29th.  More details are below and you can order your tickets with this link: 

https://am.ticketmaster.com/gmu/quickbuy?e=QlMyMzA0Mjk=&promoCode=RFJFUw==

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Spirit Week April 24-28 Save the Date - DRES Day at GMU Baseball 

Additional information regarding ticket purchase will be sent after Spring Break!

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Understanding Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) Reports

Grade 3-8 students across Virginia took VGA tests in fall and winter of 2022-23. FCPS mailed score reports to families earlier this month that combine Fall and Winter results. When viewing students’ scores, it is important to keep in mind that there is no “passing” or “failing” for VGA tests and that each vertical scaled score reflects performance on a single day. VGA results should be used alongside other available data for a more complete picture of students’ academic progress. Also keep in mind that the VGA asks questions from the entire curriculum, including some standards that will not be taught until later in the school year.  

The FCPS VGA Score Reports webpage now includes a section on Understanding VGA Results, featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). This section will continue to be updated throughout the spring to address incoming questions and to reflect additional state guidance as it is released. 

PTA News

 

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

 

Volunteer for the BOGO Book Fair

The Buy One Get One Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon to Daniels Run!!Students will have a chance to visit the fair with their classes and families can also stop by during school hours to shop. Please consider signing up to volunteer: www.danielsrunpta.org/getinvolved

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

 Strategic Planning Updates

Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums

We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for Monday, April 10, at noon; Tuesday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (in Spanish); and Monday, April 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register for the event.

Notes from the Music Department

🎵 American trombonist, Trombone Shorty is the April musician of the month.  He plays funk, jazz & hip hop.  Listen to his music here.  

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence. Appreciation of beauty and excellence means you notice and value the world’s beauty and people’s skills. You don’t take things for granted.

Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence is the ability to identify and enjoy that which is admirable in the world. There are three types of goodness in which positive psychology focuses: physical beauty (e.g. a sunset, a song, or building); an exceptional skill or talent; and moral goodness (e.g. a character strength). Appreciation of beauty can generate awe; appreciation of a skill can generate admiration; and appreciation of moral goodness can generate moral elevation. All of these feelings (awe, admiration, and moral elevation) help us forget ourselves and find increased joy and meaning in the world. 

Appreciating excellence and beauty helps an individual experience positive emotions and connect to the world around them. It’s an outward facing strength, meaning the individual is focused on the world outside their head. And, not only is the individual outwardly focused, but often deeply absorbed in a sense of awe or admiration, freeing them to forget anxieties and troubles. And it is associated with other strengths, such as gratitude, curiosity, love of learning, and purpose.

To practice and encourage the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2) where together you will watch a video, read a quote and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates 

May 10- PTA Meeting 

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Reminder: Holiday

Eid al-Fitr, marks the end of Ramadan, the Muslim holy month of fasting, and is celebrated during the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar. Read more at Britannica.com. . 

FCPS has designated Eid al-Fitr as a religious and cultural observance day designed to allow students the opportunity to miss school for observances not already designated as school holidays. Eid al-Fitr is from sunset April 20 to sunset April 21. Thursday, April 20, is a half O Day, and Friday, April  21, is a holiday (only 12 month employees report) and our school office will be closed.

See the complete School Year Calendar.

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

It was great to talk to students this week and hear how they spent spring break. We finished the third quarter this past week and look forward to the last quarter of the 23-24 school year. 

April is the Month of the Military Child and we will have a county wide sprit week next week.  Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families. 

The Fairfax Pyramid Art Show is Wednesday at Fairfax High School, come support our student artists!  

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Month of the Military Child Spirit Week          April 17-20   Spirit Week April 24-28 Save the Date - DRES Day at GMU Baseball 

Additional information regarding ticket purchase will be sent after Spring Break!

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Understanding Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) Reports

Grade 3-8 students across Virginia took VGA tests in fall and winter of 2022-23. FCPS mailed score reports to families earlier this month that combine Fall and Winter results. When viewing students’ scores, it is important to keep in mind that there is no “passing” or “failing” for VGA tests and that each vertical scaled score reflects performance on a single day. VGA results should be used alongside other available data for a more complete picture of students’ academic progress. Also keep in mind that the VGA asks questions from the entire curriculum, including some standards that will not be taught until later in the school year.  

The FCPS VGA Score Reports webpage now includes a section on Understanding VGA Results, featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). This section will continue to be updated throughout the spring to address incoming questions and to reflect additional state guidance as it is released. 

PTA News

 

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

 

Volunteer for the BOGO Book Fair

The Buy One Get One Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon to Daniels Run!!Students will have a chance to visit the fair with their classes and families can also stop by during school hours to shop. Please consider signing up to volunteer: www.danielsrunpta.org/getinvolved

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

Order Your Yearbook Today! Last Chance!   Strategic Planning Updates

Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums

We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for Monday, April 10, at noon; Tuesday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (in Spanish); and Monday, April 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register for the event.

Notes from the Music Department

🎵 American trombonist, Trombone Shorty is the April musician of the month.  He plays funk, jazz & hip hop.  Listen to his music here.  

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence. Appreciation of beauty and excellence means you notice and value the world’s beauty and people’s skills. You don’t take things for granted.

Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence is the ability to identify and enjoy that which is admirable in the world. There are three types of goodness in which positive psychology focuses: physical beauty (e.g. a sunset, a song, or building); an exceptional skill or talent; and moral goodness (e.g. a character strength). Appreciation of beauty can generate awe; appreciation of a skill can generate admiration; and appreciation of moral goodness can generate moral elevation. All of these feelings (awe, admiration, and moral elevation) help us forget ourselves and find increased joy and meaning in the world. 

Appreciating excellence and beauty helps an individual experience positive emotions and connect to the world around them. It’s an outward facing strength, meaning the individual is focused on the world outside their head. And, not only is the individual outwardly focused, but often deeply absorbed in a sense of awe or admiration, freeing them to forget anxieties and troubles. And it is associated with other strengths, such as gratitude, curiosity, love of learning, and purpose.

To practice and encourage the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2) where together you will watch a video, read a quote and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates 

April 21- Teacher workday  

May 10- PTA Meeting 

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Reminder: Early Dismissal - Today

TODAY is a 2 hour early dismissal and students will be dismissed at 1:45 PM. Please make sure you have plans in place for your child.  Friday (4/14) is a school planning day and a student holiday. 

Schools will reopen for students on Monday, April 17th and we will follow our regular schedule. 

The next student holiday is on Friday, April 21st.

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Last Chance! Order your Yearbook! 

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Reminder: Early Dismissal and Student Holiday

Thursday (4/13) is a 2 hour early dismissal  and students will be dismissed at 1:45 PM. Please make sure you have plans in place for your child.  Friday (4/14) is a school planning day and a student holiday. 

Schools will reopen for students on Monday, April 17th and we will follow our regular schedule. 

The next student holiday is on Friday, April 21st.

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

A number of things to celebrate over the past week:

• Congratulations to our 6th grade students who participated in the All-County Chorus festival last Saturday, they were awesome!
• Congratulations to our students who participated in the afterschool drama club.  They had a performance this past week and did a great job!
• Congratulations to one of our former DRES parents, Katy Malesky, who was recognized by the City of Fairfax as a "2023 Woman of Influence" .  Katy is instrumental in helping DRES students and families who are in need.  
• Congratulations to our 3rd grade teachers who were recognized by FCPS Instructional Services department for their hard work and student achievement results with reading instruction. 

As a reminder, our school office will be closed next week for spring break.  I will be traveling to Myrtle Beach, SC with my son's high school baseball team.

I hope all of our students, families and staff have a safe and enjoyable spring break!

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

Save the Date - DRES Day at GMU Baseball 

Additional information regarding ticket purchase will be sent after Spring Break!

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Understanding Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) Reports

Grade 3-8 students across Virginia took VGA tests in fall and winter of 2022-23. FCPS mailed score reports to families earlier this month that combine Fall and Winter results. When viewing students’ scores, it is important to keep in mind that there is no “passing” or “failing” for VGA tests and that each vertical scaled score reflects performance on a single day. VGA results should be used alongside other available data for a more complete picture of students’ academic progress. Also keep in mind that the VGA asks questions from the entire curriculum, including some standards that will not be taught until later in the school year.  

The FCPS VGA Score Reports webpage now includes a section on Understanding VGA Results, featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). This section will continue to be updated throughout the spring to address incoming questions and to reflect additional state guidance as it is released. 

Kindergarten Parent Information Session

Do you have a kindergartener starting DRES in the fall?  If so, please join us for our Kindergarten Parent Information Session.  You will learn about our Kindergarten day, get your questions answered, and have the opportunity to register your student for the upcoming school year.  This session is intended for parents and guardians.  In the summer, we will have opportunities for students to tour the school and visit kindergarten classrooms.

Date: Friday, April 14th

Time: 9:00am – 9:30am (teacher presentation)

          9:30am – 11:00am (registration)

Place: DRES Cafeteria

 

Sesión informativa para padres de kínder

¿Tiene un niño de kindergarten que comience DRES en el otoño? Si es así, únase a nosotros para nuestra sesión de información para padres de kínder. Aprenderá sobre nuestro día de kinder, obtendrá respuestas a sus preguntas y tendrá la oportunidad de inscribir a su estudiante para el próximo año escolar. Esta sesión está dirigida a padres y guardianes. En el verano, tendremos oportunidades para que los estudiantes hagan un recorrido por la escuela y visiten las aulas de kindergarten.

Fecha: viernes 14 de abril

Hora: 9:00 am – 9:30 am (presentación del maestros)

          9:30 am – 11:00 am (registro)

Lugar: Cafetería DRES

 

*Habrá traductores de español disponibles para ayudar a las familias.

PTA News

 

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

Order Your Yearbook!  Strategic Planning Updates

Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums

We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for Monday, April 10, at noon; Tuesday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (in Spanish); and Monday, April 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register for the event.

Notes from the Music Department

🎵 The March musician of the month is Chinese American cellist Yo Yo Ma. Click here for a YouTube playlist: https://youtu.be/1prweT95Mo0

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

When we return from Spring Break our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Fairness. Fairness means you believe that all people have value. You approach situations with an unbiased mindset and treat everyone with respect.

Fairness is the product of moral judgement -- the process by which people determine what is morally right and what is morally wrong. Moral reasoning has been explored and analyzed in two main traditions: the justice reasoning approach and the care reasoning approach.

For individuals, cultivating the character strength of fairness is correlated with highly desirable developmental outcomes. It helps people to become trustworthy friends, responsible citizens, and generally moral people. 

To practice and encourage the character strength of fairness with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2) where together you will watch a video, read a quote and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

Important Dates 

April 3-7 - Spring Break

April 13- 2 Hour Early Dismissal 

April 14- Teacher workday 

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Kindergarten Parent Information Session 

Do you have a kindergartener starting DRES in the fall?  If so, please join us for our Kindergarten Parent Information Session.  You will learn about our Kindergarten day, get your questions answered, and have the opportunity to register your student for the upcoming school year.  This session is intended for parents and guardians.  In the summer, we will have opportunities for students to tour the school and visit kindergarten classrooms.

Location: Daniels Run Cafeteria 

Date: Friday, April 14th

Time: 9:00am – 9:30am (teacher presentation)

          9:30am – 11:00am (registration)

 

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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

I hope everyone has been able to take advantage of the spring weather and longer days.  We have a couple evening events next week.  Our PTA meeting is Monday and International Night is Thursday, I hope many of you are able to attend these events.  Our school office will close from April 3rd-7th for spring break.    

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Have a great week,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Understanding Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) Reports

Grade 3-8 students across Virginia took VGA tests in fall and winter of 2022-23. FCPS mailed score reports to families earlier this month that combine Fall and Winter results. When viewing students’ scores, it is important to keep in mind that there is no “passing” or “failing” for VGA tests and that each vertical scaled score reflects performance on a single day. VGA results should be used alongside other available data for a more complete picture of students’ academic progress. Also keep in mind that the VGA asks questions from the entire curriculum, including some standards that will not be taught until later in the school year.  

The FCPS VGA Score Reports webpage now includes a section on Understanding VGA Results, featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). This section will continue to be updated throughout the spring to address incoming questions and to reflect additional state guidance as it is released. 

Drug & Alcohol Facts Week

Quick Facts:

• National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week is March 20-26, 2023
• Opioids are the number one cause of unnatural death in Fairfax County. Young adults aged 25-34 are the most common demographic seen in the emergency room for fatal opioid overdoses. 
• Nationwide, there were over 100,00 overdose deaths from April 2020- April 2021. 
• Using opioids after a period of abstinence, mixing drugs, IV use, and serious medical problems all contribute to an increased risk of opioid overdose. 
• 90% of substance users began using prior to 21-years-old. 
• Alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine are usually the most common substances used by adolescents. 
• Fairfax County police stations, pharmacies, and medical facilities provide permanent drug disposal drop boxes for residents to safely dispose of their unused/expired medication. DO NOT flush your medications.

Reframing Our Thinking:

Changing our state of consciousness is part of the human experience (kids spinning in circles to induce dizziness, meditation, runner’s high, and more) but using substances has more negative than positive side effects. Alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine use prevention strategies are also opioid overdose prevention strategies since opioid users likely used one of these three substances first. Every opioid overdose does not lead to death, but it increases the chances of an eventual overdose fatality. Although most opioid users began with alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine, these three drugs are not “gateway drugs”. The term “gateway drug” implies all alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine users will eventually use other drugs, but that is not the case for most, so the time to act is now. Treat your medication carefully; lock it up and properly dispose of any medications you are no longer using. 

Sources & Resources:

Fairfax CSB Opioid Info

REVIVE Training for Opioid Overdoses      

Medication Disposal

Teen Substance Use

FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program

Everything You Need to Know About Opioids

For general questions about the FCPS Substance Abuse Prevention Program, please contact the Office of Student Safety & Wellness at: (571) 423-4270.

Lost and Found

Are your children missing any clothing?  Our lost and found is near our lobby staircase.  Please stop by to take a look if you are missing something before Friday, March 31st.  After March 31st, anything left will be packed up and donated.

Kindergarten Parent Information Session

Do you have a kindergartener starting DRES in the fall?  If so, please join us for our Kindergarten Parent Information Session.  You will learn about our Kindergarten day, get your questions answered, and have the opportunity to register your student for the upcoming school year.  This session is intended for parents and guardians.  In the summer, we will have opportunities for students to tour the school and visit kindergarten classrooms.

Date: Friday, April 14th

Time: 9:00am – 9:30am (teacher presentation)

          9:30am – 11:00am (registration)

Place: DRES Cafeteria

 

Sesión informativa para padres de kínder

¿Tiene un niño de kindergarten que comience DRES en el otoño? Si es así, únase a nosotros para nuestra sesión de información para padres de kínder. Aprenderá sobre nuestro día de kinder, obtendrá respuestas a sus preguntas y tendrá la oportunidad de inscribir a su estudiante para el próximo año escolar. Esta sesión está dirigida a padres y guardianes. En el verano, tendremos oportunidades para que los estudiantes hagan un recorrido por la escuela y visiten las aulas de kindergarten.

Fecha: viernes 14 de abril

Hora: 9:00 am – 9:30 am (presentación del maestros)

          9:30 am – 11:00 am (registro)

Lugar: Cafetería DRES

 

*Habrá traductores de español disponibles para ayudar a las familias.

PTA News

International Night - We NEED you!

We are seeking families to set up a booth/table representing your cultural heritage at International Night in March. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if interested in participating.

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

Order Your Yearbook!  Strategic Planning Updates

Registration Open for Virtual Strategic Planning Community Forums

We invite parents/caregivers, students, employees, and community members to join us for a virtual community forum to discuss the first draft of proposed goals for the new Strategic Plan. Forums are scheduled for Monday, April 10, at noon; Tuesday, April 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. (in Spanish); and Monday, April 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Click on the date to register for the event.

Notes from the Music Department

🎵 The March musician of the month is Chinese American cellist Yo Yo Ma. Click here for a YouTube playlist: https://youtu.be/1prweT95Mo0

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Humor. Humor means you like to laugh and bring smiles to other people.

Humor is a sense of playfulness and lightness. It is a way of looking at and describing the world that brings laughter to people. A person with the strength of humor is skilled at seeing the funny side of things, bringing smiles and laughter to others, and identifying and communicating the absurdities in life. People with this strength don’t specifically need to be joke tellers, although many are.

Humor plays an important role in helping groups of people rise above difficult circumstances and boost morale. It removes us from our present difficulties by easing tension and making life more fun. This is why athletic teams often need a jokester to help them get through tough losses and early morning fitness sessions. On a larger societal level, humor often helps downtrodden groups to find cohesion and strength. This is why Simon Wiesenthal said, “Humor is the weapon of unarmed people: it helps people who are oppressed smile at the situation that pains them.”

To practice and encourage the character strength of humor with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2) where together you will watch a video, read a quote and talk about the answers to three questions.

Have a wonderful week!

SoCo Summer Strings

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. 

Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

         You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!

Important Dates 

March 27- PTA Meeting, 7:00pm

March 30 - International Night 

April 3-7 - Spring Break

3705 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
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Principal's Message

Dear Families,

Congratulations to our 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students who raised over $1,400 for the Fairfax County Animal Shelter.  Ms. Barone’s fifth grade class watched a news segment highlighting other elementary students who had sponsored a coin drive to raise money; her class was inspired to do the same! Ms. Barone guided her students to plan and lead their peers in grades 4-6 through the service project and model the Portrait of a Graduate skill of Ethical and Global Citizen.  Thanks to the  families who were able to attend our workshop with The College Funding Coach, a lot of great information was shared.  

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact our main office at 703-279-8400 or contact me directly at [email protected]

Enjoy your weekend,

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

SOL Schedule

As you plan for upcoming appointments, we want to be sure you have the SOL dates. We encourage you to schedule appointments and any absences that can be avoided with these dates in mind. 

3rd Grade: Reading- May 12th; Math- May 18th

4th Grade: Reading- May 11th; Math- May 17th 

5th Grade: Reading- May 10th; Math- May 16th; Science- May 23rd 

6th Grade: Reading- May 9th; Math- May 19th

 

Understanding Virginia Growth Assessment (VGA) Reports

Grade 3-8 students across Virginia took VGA tests in fall and winter of 2022-23. FCPS mailed score reports to families earlier this month that combine Fall and Winter results. When viewing students’ scores, it is important to keep in mind that there is no “passing” or “failing” for VGA tests and that each vertical scaled score reflects performance on a single day. VGA results should be used alongside other available data for a more complete picture of students’ academic progress. Also keep in mind that the VGA asks questions from the entire curriculum, including some standards that will not be taught until later in the school year.  

The FCPS VGA Score Reports webpage now includes a section on Understanding VGA Results, featuring Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ). This section will continue to be updated throughout the spring to address incoming questions and to reflect additional state guidance as it is released. 

Lost and Found

Are your children missing any clothing?  Our lost and found is near our lobby staircase.  Please stop by to take a look if you are missing something before Friday, March 31st.  After March 31st, anything left will be packed up and donated.

Kindergarten Parent Information Session

Do you have a kindergartener starting DRES in the fall?  If so, please join us for our Kindergarten Parent Information Session.  You will learn about our Kindergarten day, get your questions answered, and have the opportunity to register your student for the upcoming school year.  This session is intended for parents and guardians.  In the summer, we will have opportunities for students to tour the school and visit kindergarten classrooms.

Date: Friday, April 14th

Time: 9:00am – 9:30am (teacher presentation)

          9:30am – 11:00am (registration)

Place: DRES Cafeteria

 

Sesión informativa para padres de kínder

¿Tiene un niño de kindergarten que comience DRES en el otoño? Si es así, únase a nosotros para nuestra sesión de información para padres de kínder. Aprenderá sobre nuestro día de kinder, obtendrá respuestas a sus preguntas y tendrá la oportunidad de inscribir a su estudiante para el próximo año escolar. Esta sesión está dirigida a padres y guardianes. En el verano, tendremos oportunidades para que los estudiantes hagan un recorrido por la escuela y visiten las aulas de kindergarten.

Fecha: viernes 14 de abril

Hora: 9:00 am – 9:30 am (presentación del maestros)

          9:30 am – 11:00 am (registro)

Lugar: Cafetería DRES

 

*Habrá traductores de español disponibles para ayudar a las familias.

PTA News

International Night - We NEED you!

We are seeking families to set up a booth/table representing your cultural heritage at International Night in March. Please reach out to us at [email protected] if interested in participating.

Get More involved in PTA Next Year!

It is time once again for the PTA Nominating Committee to recruit candidates for next year's PTA Board and committees. Being in a PTA leadership position is rewarding, important and fun! The Board is a great way to get involved at Daniels Run, get to know our staff and admins, work with other parents, and support our students and school community. Please join us! Email [email protected] for more information.

Text-to-Speech Available on FCPS Websites

FCPS is introducing an innovative way to address the diverse needs of the community. A new text-to-speech feature, available on the FCPS website and each school website, will read the words aloud from webpages.  

The feature will help those with accessibility needs, such as visual impairments, dyslexia, or other difficulty reading large amounts of online text. The text-to-speech feature is available for English, Spanish, and Korean. Learn more and try out the new feature.

Send In Your Yearbook Pictures! Strategic Planning Updates

 Register Now to Attend a Community Forum! 

Check out the schedule of Community Forums and register for the one that is most convenient for you. Community Forums will provide every resident an opportunity to participate in and influence the direction of FCPS’ Strategic Plan, prior to its completion and formal adoption by the School Board. Learn more about our strategic planning process.

Notes from the Music Department

🎵 The March musician of the month is Chinese American cellist Yo Yo Ma. Click here for a YouTube playlist: https://youtu.be/1prweT95Mo0

Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Perspective. Perspective means you appreciate when people see things in different ways. You have the ability to understand the world from multiple points of view.

Perspective is also referred to as wisdom and is distinct from intelligence. People with this strength are sought out for advice because they see the big picture and can make sense of the world’s complexity. This strength of perspective gives individuals the ability to see to the heart of difficult matters and achieve clarity. Most importantly, they are honest and behave in an ethically consistent manner. 

Perspective helps an individual make sense of the world. It provides clarity on what matters and what does not. Being able to see things from multiple angles helps individuals remain calm and learn from mistakes; they are typically highly self-aware. Reflecting on their own feelings, thoughts, and motives helps them understand and empathize with other people. These individuals are strong listeners and ask great questions. Individuals with the strength of perspective help their group get through difficult or uncertain circumstances because they’re poised and can identify opportunities for success.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perspective with your child, please visit the Positivity Project’s P2 for Families (password: P2), where together you will watch a video, read a quote, and talk about the answers to three questions.

 

Have a wonderful week!

SoCo Summer Strings

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings (formally Stallion Summer Strings) is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 10th-21st from 8:30am-12:30pm, weekdays only. 

Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

         You can find more information and registration for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Early registration is from March 1st-June 9th so sign up soon!

Important Dates 

March 27- PTA Meeting, 7:00pm

March 30 - International Night 

April 3-7 - Spring Break

3705 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
Attendance: 703-279-8484 | Web | Twitter | Facebook