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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

I hope to see many of you tonight at the Fairfax High School Family Fest and football game.  The event starts at 5:30 and the kick-off is at 7:00. 

Next week we will celebrate our military families for Blue Star Welcome Week.  There are approximately 14,500 military-connected students enrolled in FCPS. Each year, one-third of our military families transition into or out of our district. Blue Star Welcome Week gives schools an opportunity to welcome and connect with their military families. The goal is to create a sense of belonging and ensure that our military families feel celebrated and welcomed into their school communities.   We are hosting a breakfast for our military families and having a spirit day.  We encourage students and staff to wear blue Friday, September 29th to support our military families.

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

Stay dry and enjoy the weekend!

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

VGA Testing

Each year students in grades 3-6 are required to take a series of state assessments that help measure the extent to which students have learned. The content and skills reflected in state standards and may also be used to measure growth in learning state standards. The format and timing of state assessments vary by grade level and content area. The first of these assessments is the Fall Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) standardized tests in reading and mathematics. Below is the testing schedule for students at DRES.

Week of September 26th (Math)

Grade 3-September 26th

Grade 4-September 27th

Grade 5-September 28th

Grade 6-September 29th

 

If your child misses a VGA test, they will make it up the week of October 2nd-6th. 

More information is available on the VGA webpage:

https://www.fcps.edu/node/43932

Blue Star Welcome Week

Blue Star Welcome Week is September 23- October 1st. There are approximately 14,500 military-connected students enrolled in FCPS. Each year, one-third of our military families transition into or out of our district. Blue Star Welcome Week gives schools an opportunity to welcome and connect with their military families. The goal is to create a sense of belonging and ensure that our military families feel celebrated and welcomed into their school communities.  Please wear blue on Friday, September 29th to support our military families.

Field Day at DRES

DRES Field Day is Friday, October 6th! *Rain date Friday, October 13th* If you are interested in volunteering to run a field day station or chaperone your child’s class throughout the stations, please use the links below to sign-up. Thank you!

Field Day Chaperone Volunteer Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EAAAD2EA1F85-dres2#/

Field Day Station Volunteer Sign-Up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EAAAD2EA1F85-dres1#/#%2F

*If a station and/or class you’d like to volunteer for is already filled, reach out to Mrs. Heffron [email protected] or Mr. Murray [email protected] and we can create an additional slot for you!

AAP Parent Information Sessions Continuum of Services

Our in-person Parent Information Session will be held on September 28th at 6:30 PM in the cafeteria. During this session, we will provide information on the continuum of AAP services for all students at Daniels Run.  (Grades K-6)

Screening and Identification for Full-Time AAP

Our in-person Screening and Identification Session will be held on October 5th at 6:30 PM in the library. During this session, we will explain and answer questions about the screening process for part-time school-based and full-time Level IV services. (Grades 2-6).

PTA Membership

Don't forget to support the PTA by joining as a member! 

Membership is just $10 for an individual and $18 for a family. 

Members must join each year. 

Your membership helps to support all the programs and events the PTA organizes for our students throughout the year.

Click to learn more and join: Join | website (danielsrunpta.org)

Substitute and Instructional Assistant Hiring

Information Session for Substitute Teachers and Instructional Assistants 

Learn more about becoming a substitute teacher or instructional assistant at a virtual information session on Wednesday, September 20, from 2 to 3 p.m. Register for this session.

Visit the Recruitment Events calendar for a list of all FCPS job fairs. 

The FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan 

✨ 2023-30 Strategic Plan — Goal 5: Leading for Tomorrow's Innovation

The 2023-30 strategic plan sets five student-centered goals to create positive change in FCPS. These five goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. 

Under Goal 5, every student will graduate ready to thrive in life after high school with the skills they need to navigate, adapt, and innovate for a sustainable future. Using data gathered from students, we will ensure they are ready for a wide variety of options for their futures. 

Visit FCPS’ Strategic Plan webpage to learn more about how we will measure the success of Goal 5. 

TJHSST Invitational Science Fair 2024!

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology we will be hosting our 11th annual science fair on March 16, 2024 and we would like to invite 5th-8th grade students from your school to participate. Admission to the science fair is completely free. 

Participants will complete a research project of their choice and present at the fair in-person on March 16, 2024. We help students prepare for this fair by holding multiple sessions to teach them important skills in STEM like brainstorming, collecting data, presenting, writing an experiment summary, using statistics, creating an experimental diagram, etc.

Our first interest/brainstorming session is Friday October 6th, 2023 at 6:00 pm. We will be holding this session in-person at TJHSST. During this session we will go over the goals and guidelines of this fair and introduce students to a multitude of project ideas. All interested students should sign up using the form at the link: https://forms.gle/RMfQYuvACK3YajRw8 

Music News

🎵 The September Musician of the Month is Gloria Estefan. She is a Cuban American singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman.  She was born in 1957 and her musical style is Latin Dance & Pop.  Click here to listen, sing-along and dance!

🎵 Chorus has begun! Any 5th or 6th grader is invited to come and sing in the chorus. This optional vocal ensemble meets Thursdays during school once a week. There is no cost. Registration is due this Thursday September 28. Click here for chorus registration. 

🎵 Last week to register for Pyramid Choir.  Pyramid Choir is open for any 4th-6th grader that wants to sing!   The 2023 Fairfax Pyramid Elementary Honors Choir will meet and rehearse in the Katherine Johnson Middle School Auditorium for 3 Thursdays after school and will perform at the Fairfax Pyramid Concert at Fairfax HS. Students in the honors choir will have the opportunity to meet and interact with advanced level vocalists at their own grade level and learn three very fun and challenging songs. There is no cost for being a part of this choir and it is a short commitment – only 4 weeks after school.  Click here for the pyramid choir registration.  Registration is due this Thursday, September 28. 

Join Afterschool Club!  Positivity Project (P2)

Dear Families,

Next week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Teamwork. Teamwork means you work well as a member of a group or team. You are loyal, reliable, and dedicated to helping your team achieve its goals. 

Teamwork is the ability and willingness to place overall group success as a higher priority than individual achievement. Those who demonstrate strengths in teamwork often work to help all group members find success. These individuals are willing to commit time and resources in order to further group goals and help toward the greater good.

For individuals, teamwork often means deferring or delaying individual accomplishments in order to ensure that the group maintains a high level of success. Their commitment to the larger group effort makes them good teammates. The positive feelings associated with being part of a larger whole -- can be highly beneficial and combat selfishness and egotism.

To practice and encourage the character strength of teamwork 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   

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 6- Field Day

October 9- Indigenous Peoples' Day- Teacher Work Day

October 12- Picture Day

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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

We kicked off our Positivity Project (P2) with a schoolwide mega morning meeting this morning. Thanks to our staff members, Megan Oris and Lawrence Veasley, for organizing a great event!  You can learn more about P2 here. 

Hopefully I have been able to meet each of you through our opening of school events.  You can view this welcome message to learn more about our priorities for the school year. 

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 fall weather this weekend!

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

VGA Testing

Each year students in grades 3-6 are required to take a series of state assessments that help measure the extent to which students have learned. The content and skills reflected in state standards and may also be used to measure growth in learning state standards. The format and timing of state assessments vary by grade level and content area. The first of these assessments is the Fall Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) standardized tests in reading and mathematics. Below is the testing schedule for students at DRES.

Week of September 18th (Reading)

Grade 3-September 19th

Grade 4-September 20th

Grade 5-September 21st

Grade 6-September 22nd

 

Week of September 26th (Math)

Grade 3-September 26th

Grade 4-September 27th

Grade 5-September 28th

Grade 6-September 29th

 

If your child misses a VGA test, they will make it up the week of October 2nd-6th. 

More information is available on the VGA webpage:

https://www.fcps.edu/node/43932

Field Day at DRES

DRES Field Day is Friday, October 6th! *Rain date Friday, October 13th* If you are interested in volunteering to run a field day station or chaperone your child’s class throughout the stations, please use the links below to sign-up. Thank you!

Field Day Chaperone Volunteer Sign-Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EAAAD2EA1F85-dres2#/

Field Day Station Volunteer Sign-Up:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4EAAAD2EA1F85-dres1#/#%2F

Questions? Mrs. Heffron [email protected] or Mr. Murray [email protected]

Students Are Learning Every Day

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during long breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

Read more about how families can help form good attendance habits.

PTA Membership

Don't forget to support the PTA by joining as a member! 

Membership is just $10 for an individual and $18 for a family. 

Members must join each year. 

Your membership helps to support all the programs and events the PTA organizes for our students throughout the year.

Click to learn more and join: Join | website (danielsrunpta.org)

Girls on the Run 

We are looking for a few volunteers to help organize our Girls on the Run club.  Contact [email protected] if you are interested.  

Substitute and Instructional Assistant Hiring

Information Session for Substitute Teachers and Instructional Assistants 

Learn more about becoming a substitute teacher or instructional assistant at a virtual information session on Wednesday, September 20, from 2 to 3 p.m. Register for this session.

Visit the Recruitment Events calendar for a list of all FCPS job fairs. 

The FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan  Goal 4: Equitable Access and Opportunity

The 2023-30 strategic plan sets five main goals to create positive change in FCPS. These five goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. Our equity commitment and a set of measures in each goal will monitor our progress toward these goals. 

Under Goal 4, high-quality academics will be available to all students. They will have access to excellent resources that support their success. Visit the Strategic Plan webpage to learn more about how we will measure the success of Goal 4. 

TJHSST Invitational Science Fair 2024!

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology we will be hosting our 11th annual science fair on March 16, 2024 and we would like to invite 5th-8th grade students from your school to participate. Admission to the science fair is completely free. 

Participants will complete a research project of their choice and present at the fair in-person on March 16, 2024. We help students prepare for this fair by holding multiple sessions to teach them important skills in STEM like brainstorming, collecting data, presenting, writing an experiment summary, using statistics, creating an experimental diagram, etc.

Our first interest/brainstorming session is Friday October 6th, 2023 at 6:00 pm. We will be holding this session in-person at TJHSST. During this session we will go over the goals and guidelines of this fair and introduce students to a multitude of project ideas. All interested students should sign up using the form at the link: https://forms.gle/RMfQYuvACK3YajRw8 

Music News

🎵 The September Musician of the Month is Gloria Estefan. She is a Cuban American singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman.  She was born in 1957 and her musical style is Latin Dance & Pop.  Click here to listen, sing-along and dance!

🎵 Chorus has begun! Any 5th or 6th grader is invited to come and sing in the chorus. This optional vocal ensemble meets Thursdays during school once a week. There is no cost. Registration due September 28. Click here for chorus registration. 

🎵 Pyramid Choir is open for any 4th-6th grader that wants to sing!   The 2023 Fairfax Pyramid Elementary Honors Choir will meet and rehearse in the Katherine Johnson Middle School Auditorium for 3 Thursdays after school and will perform at the Fairfax Pyramid Concert at Fairfax HS. Students in the honors choir will have the opportunity to meet and interact with advanced level vocalists at their own grade level and learn three very fun and challenging songs. There is no cost for being a part of this choir and it is a short commitment – only 4 weeks after school.  Click here for the pyramid choir registration.  Registration is due September 28. 

Join Afterschool Club!  Important Dates   

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

October 6- Field Day

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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

It was wonderful to see so many families attend our Back to School Open House and PTA Picnic.  We have had numerous events over the last few weeks to connect as a school community and I hope all of our families feel welcomed at DRES.  Thank you to our staff for all their time and effort to welcome families last night, as well as our PTA for organizing a great event outside.  Cherry and grape Kona ice is my personal favorite!

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 

Students Are Learning Every Day

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during long breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

Read more about how families can help form good attendance habits.

PTA Membership

Don't forget to support the PTA by joining as a member! 

Membership is just $10 for an individual and $18 for a family. 

Members must join each year. 

Your membership helps to support all the programs and events the PTA organizes for our students throughout the year.

Click to learn more and join: Join | website (danielsrunpta.org)

Girls on the Run 

We are looking for a few volunteers to help organize our Girls on the Run club.  Contact [email protected] if you are interested.  

The FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan  Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence

FCPS’ 2023-30 strategic plan sets five main goals to create positive change in our schools. These five goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. Our equity commitment and a set of measures in each goal will measure our success. 

Under Goal 3, every student will learn to use critical and creative thinking. They will meet or exceed academic goals. Students will reach their full potential. 

Visit the Strategic Plan webpage for more information. Watch this video to learn more about the many voices that came together to create the plan. 

✔️ Caregiver Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms? 

During the first weeks of the year, caregivers receive many forms to complete. Several of the most important ones are below:

1. Digital Resources Consent: Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission.
2. Student Rights and Responsibilities: This document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when they log in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage.
3. Opt-Outs: The Opt-Out Booklet is online or available from your child’s school. It contains information on: 
1. Parents’ rights to inspect and consent or opt out before their child participates in certain surveys.
2. Parents’ rights to inspect instructional materials.
3. Rules regarding student records and disclosure of student information (including photo/video of students) and the right to opt out.
4. Parents’ rights to opt out of the Social Emotional Learning Screener, physical exams not required by state law, career or social emotional counseling, Library Equity Access Pass Project, and/or Tutor.com.
5. The process by which complaints may be filed if parents or students believe their rights have been violated.

Paper forms can be signed and returned to school.

Music News

Musician of the Month Project

🎵 In all Daniels Run music classes, students study the same musician at the same time, with different listening activities modified by grade level.  Throughout the year, different styles that exist in the world’s musical tapestry are explored.  Listening activities are meant to involve or inspire active music making, rather than acting as a “music appreciation” curriculum. Students and families can engage with the Musician of the Month at home through listening, dancing or singing.  Many families, staff and students voted for their favorite musician of the month last year and also recommended other musicians to study. 

The September Musician of the Month is Gloria Estefan. She is a Cuban American singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman.  She was born in 1957 and her musical style is Latin Dance & Pop.  Click here to listen, sing-along and dance!

🎵 Chorus has begun! Any 5th or 6th grader is invited to come and sing in the chorus. This optional vocal ensemble meets Thursdays during school once a week. There is no cost. Registration due September 28. Click here for chorus registration. 

Save the Date

We invite all children and parents to join us October 14, 2023 at Old Town Hall, City of Fairfax, for this once-a-year, thrilling event. Join us for learning activities and book talks with some of today’s favorite authors!

Patriot Day

September 11 National Day of Service With the upcoming 22nd anniversary of September 11, FCPS acknowledges the loss of life, the heroism of our first responders, and the resilience of our country. The September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, also called Patriot Day, is a chance to reflect and act in service to others to honor those who were injured or killed in the terrorist attacks.

All FCPS students are encouraged to participate in service learning as it supports Portrait of a Graduate (POG) attributes and social and emotional learning (SEL) skills. Middle and high school students can learn more about service learning by logging into their Naviance account to access x2VOL. 

Get started this fall with two great opportunities: Public Lands Day (September 23) and Volunteer Fairfax’s VolunteerFest (October 21). Information on service projects can be found on the Volunteer Fairfax website.

Important Dates   

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

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Back to School Open House/Picnic - Tonight (9/7)

A reminder of our Back to School Open House and Picnic tonight!  Students are encouraged to attend with their families.  The open house portion is scheduled from 5:30-6:30 and the PTA picnic portion of the evening will go from 5:00 until 8:00. The Back to School Open House/Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

• Our counselors and administrators will be moving around the building to help families.
• Our parent liaison will be available in the library to help with free/reduced lunch applications and ParentVue accounts. 
• Our specials teachers and resource teachers will also be available for you to meet:

Math/Reading/AVID/Advanced Academics

Bradley/Dawson (Math); Shankle/Lorvidhaya (Reading); James (Advanced Academics) Dedham (AVID)

Cafeteria

Innovation

Auza

Room A25

Technology

Veasley

Library

Science

Huberman Hayes

Room 234

Music (General and Instrumental)

McCarten/Tilman/Riley/Sevilla/Meltzer/Mincer

C106

Art

Byrne/Bank

A12

PE

Heffron/Murray

Gym

Spanish (FLES)

Reyes/Rivera-Vega

Cafeteria

Library

Irons

Library

Family Liaison

Mateus

Library

 

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Back to School Open House/Picnic - Thursday (9/7)

A reminder of our Back to School Open House and Picnic tomorrow night!  Students are encouraged to attend with their families.  The open house portion is scheduled from 5:30-6:30 and the PTA picnic portion of the evening will go from 5:00 until 8:00. The Back to School Open House/Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

• Our counselors and administrators will be moving around the building to help families.
• Our parent liaison will be available in the library to help with free/reduced lunch applications and ParentVue accounts. 
• Our specials teachers and resource teachers will also be available for you to meet:

Math/Reading/AVID/Advanced Academics

Bradley/Dawson (Math); Shankle/Lorvidhaya (Reading); James (Advanced Academics) Dedham (AVID)

Cafeteria

Innovation

Auza

Room A25

Technology

Veasley

Library

Science

Huberman Hayes

Room 234

Music (General and Instrumental)

McCarten/Tilman/Riley/Sevilla/Meltzer/Mincer

C106

Art

Byrne/Bank

A12

PE

Heffron/Murray

Gym

Spanish (FLES)

Reyes/Rivera-Vega

Cafeteria

Library

Irons

Library

Family Liaison

Mateus

Library

 

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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

We had an excellent second week of school!  We look forward to seeing all of our families next week at our Back to School Open House and Picnic on September 7th.  This will be an opportunity for families to see their child’s classroom and connect with their homeroom teacher, specials teachers, and resource teachers.  This portion of the night is 5:30-6:30, the PTA picnic portion is 5:00-8:00.   We had our first PTA meeting of the year last night, thanks to our 2023-24 officers:

• Beth Brixius - President 
• Sara Pagani - 1st VP
• Kara Custis - 2nd VP
• Alex Hume - Secretary 
• Leslie Woods - Treasurer 

Click here to find out more about our PTA. 

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

A reminder, there is no school on Friday, September 1st and Monday, September 4th for the Labor Day weekend. Enjoy the long weekend!

 

Chris Smith 

DRES Principal 

PTA Membership

Don't forget to support the PTA by joining as a member! 

Membership is just $10 for an individual and $18 for a family. 

Members must join each year. 

Your membership helps to support all the programs and events the PTA organizes for our students throughout the year.

Click to learn more and join: Join | website (danielsrunpta.org)

Learning is Fun at Daniels Run! Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Watch this video with tips from Fairfax Pyramid principals and visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies.

 

See the flyer below for information on student attendance expectations and when to keep your child at home.

 

Welcome Ms. Juarez!

Daniels Run ES welcomes one of our newest staff members, Destini Juarez.  Ms. Juarez is our safety and security specialist, a role funded by the City of Fairfax.  She will work with students, staff and families to ensure our school is safe learning environment for all students. Contact Mr. Smith ([email protected]) if you would like additional information.

Girls on the Run 

We are looking for a few volunteers to help organize our Girls on the Run club.  Contact [email protected] if you are interested.  

The FCPS 2023-30 Strategic Plan  Goal 1: Strong Start: Pre-K-12

The 2023-30 strategic plan sets five main goals to create positive change in FCPS. These goals show where we should focus our attention and will help us align our efforts. Our equity commitment and a set of measures in each goal will measure our success. 

Our first goal in the strategic plan is to help all students develop academic skills, curiosity, and a love for learning. These skills and attitudes are crucial for success from pre-K to 12th grade. Our related equity commitment is to ensure authentic and affirming partnerships with families and key stakeholders through collaborative decision making that results in each student's success.

Visit the Strategic Plan webpage to learn more about how we will measure the success of Goal 1.

 

Welcome to the City of Fairfax! For some families, this will be their first time in a Fairfax City School. On behalf of the City of Fairfax, we welcome you to our community. To learn more about our relationship with Fairfax County Public Schools, and to learn about the benefits of attending a school in Fairfax City, please go to our website. Keep connected with us throughout the year on social media or with our monthly newsletter, CloseUp.

2023 Student Rights and Responsibilities

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. In late June, the School Board approved changes to the SR&R for the 2023-24 school year. Updates include a revision of dress code expectations, bystander expectations for students witnessing harmful or unsafe behaviors, bullying, and substance abuse responses. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Friday, September 29. 

Parental Permission to Use Digital Resources

Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Parent Consent webpage. This page also includes directions for providing permission. 

Each digital resource used in FCPS has had an instructional and technical review. Information about the educational technology tools approved for use within FCPS can be found in the online Digital Ecosystem Library.

Parents can find more information about FCPS-approved digital resources on the Digital Resources in FCPS webpage.

The Digital Resources Consent page that each school has put on its school website has moved to a different location.

The digital resource page will now be housed on an FCPS central page.

Parents should use this site to complete the Digital Resource Consent process.

https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent

 Lightspeed Parent Report

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available — a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.

Get more information and view the 2023-24 Opt-Out Booklets.

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website.

Preparing for and Paying for Meals at School

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2023-24 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible for the 2023-24 school year, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost. 

Paying With MySchoolBucks

The best way to purchase meals (and keep food lines moving!) is to use MySchoolBucks. Set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. Our front office staff can help with any questions. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically, as needed. Families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. Visit FCPS’ Food and Nutrition webpage for more information.

Buses and Delays

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to our routines to start the school year.  

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Contact the Transportation Office at 703-249-7000  with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Free Resources for Families

Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities? 

Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).

Workshops for Families

The Family Resource Center is already scheduling a helpful series of webinars for the 2023-24 school year. Save the date for the following discussions in September. See the full list of workshops. Click on the title to register for each event: 

• New School Year, New Strategies: How to Plan, Persist, and Achieve Academic Success This Year, on Friday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Meet the Author Series: The Self-Driven Child by Dr. William Stixrud, Friday, September 15, 10-11:15 a.m.
• Characteristics and Needs of Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners, on Tuesday, September 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions, Friday September 29, 10-11:30 a.m.

School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.

• Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays. 
• Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a-Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sunset on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and last through sundown Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Tuesday is designated a half-O day, and Wednesday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.

Important Dates   

September 1-4 - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

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August 31, 2023

 

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Every school in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) has a crisis management and emergency preparedness plan in place. Keeping students and staff safe is a priority. We practice a number of safety drills throughout the school year, including lockdown drills which helps us know what to do if there is a potentially violent intruder inside the school or on school property.

Today, our school conducted a lockdown drill and teachers talked to students to prepare them for the drill. As a part of our safety training we also show students a video regarding lockdown drills so students would know what a lockdown looks like in the school.

I am very proud of our students today. They listened to directions and the drill was conducted in a calm and orderly fashion. Our students did a great job, and I encourage you to discuss the drill with them.  Additional guidance on discussions with your child about lockdown drills can be found in the Parent/Guardian tip letter, as well as on the frequently asked questions (FAQs) page.

Our emergency preparedness plans have been developed in coordination with the FCPS Office of Safety and Security, local law enforcement, emergency management officials, and FCPS mental health professionals. The plans are regularly reviewed and updated and include procedures on how to respond to critical incidents such as fires, tornadoes, and other events. Students and staff regularly practice safety drills.

I will continue to keep you informed of safety and security measures in place at our school. If you have questions, please call or contact the school office.  I appreciate your continued support in these matters.

Sincerely,

Janelle Alabi, Assistant Principal

Daniels Run Elementary

 

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PTA Meeting - Tonight  

Our first PTA Meeting of the school year is tonight, August 30th @ 7pm. We will meet virtually on Google Meet.  Please join us!

https://meet.google.com/rus-xpbm-mek

 

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PTA Meeting 

Our first PTA Meeting of the school year is tomorrow, August 30th @ 7pm. We will meet virtually on Google Meet.  Please join us!

https://meet.google.com/rus-xpbm-mek

 

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August 28, 2023

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for all of us. We have a crisis management and emergency preparedness plan for our school that is reviewed and updated regularly. Our plan includes procedures on how to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Students and staff regularly practice these drills every school year. We also practice lockdown drills.

A new Virginia Law (22.1-137.2) requires schools to notify parents at least 24 hours before a school practices a lockdown drill. However, we are not required to share the exact date and time of the drill. We are required to practice lockdown drills two times a year. FCPS lockdown drills do not include any type of active shooter scenario training, they are instruction and classroom based.

We will conduct a lockdown drill at our school soon. Our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students are exempt from mandatory participation in lockdown drills during the first 60 days of the school year. They will participate in our second and final drill later this school year.

Additional information on our lockdown drill program to include parent tips and FAQs can be found on the Emergency Planning and Crisis Response web page. After reviewing this content, you should discuss the value of these safety drills with your child.

Keeping our school safe and secure for all students and staff involves the participation of the entire school community, and we thank you for your help to keep our school safe. 

Sincerely,

Janelle Alabi, Assistant Principal

 

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**Please disregard the prior music flyer.  The correct information regarding the Instrument Petting Zoo for Daniels Run ES 3rd-6th grade students is below.

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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

A big thank you to our students, families and staff for making our first week a great success.  Teachers and students have been busy building relationships and establishing routines this first week.  

One of our areas of focus this year is student attendance. The beginning of the school year is the best time to develop strong attendance habits! Students who attend school regularly are more likely to perform well in reading and math, develop strong social and emotional skills, and graduate from high school on time. Help prepare your child for future success. Watch this video with tips from Fairfax Pyramid principals and visit FCPS’ Attendance webpage for tips and strategies. Last school year our chronic absenteeism rate was 19.06%.  Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing ten percent or more of the academic year for any reason, including excused and unexcused absences.

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 

Welcome Back Dragons!

 

2023 Student Rights and Responsibilities

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment. In late June, the School Board approved changes to the SR&R for the 2023-24 school year. Updates include a revision of dress code expectations, bystander expectations for students witnessing harmful or unsafe behaviors, bullying, and substance abuse responses. Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. 

Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year. Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Friday, September 29. 

 Lightspeed Parent Report

FCPS has tools to help parents know more about their child’s activity on any FCPS device. These tools are provided at no cost to families by Lightspeed, the school division’s internet content filtering service.

Parents may sign up for a weekly Parent Report, which will provide a list of the top sites your child visited. The report also offers parents the ability to sign up for free access to the Internet Use Parent Portal. Through the portal, parents may pause their child’s access to the internet on their FCPS device during non-school hours.

Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.

Safety Drills

Keeping students and staff safe is a priority for FCPS. Each school has an emergency preparedness plan to respond to incidents such as fires and tornadoes. Schools are required by state law to practice emergency drills, including lockdown drills, each year. Schools are also required to notify parents and guardians at least 24 hours before a school conducts a lockdown drill. However, schools are not required to give the specific date and time of the drill in advance. 

The first lockdown drill of the school year must take place within the first 20 days of school. Preschool and kindergarten students are exempt from practicing the first lockdown drill. 

Your child may come home and talk about their experience during the drill. We encourage you to talk with your child about the importance of being prepared for emergencies. Please review these frequently asked questions to support your students before and after school lockdown drills.

Girls on the Run 

We are looking for a few volunteers to help organize our Girls on the Run club.  Contact [email protected] if you are interested.  

Parental Permission to Use Digital Resources

Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Parent Consent webpage. This page also includes directions for providing permission. 

Each digital resource used in FCPS has had an instructional and technical review. Information about the educational technology tools approved for use within FCPS can be found in the online Digital Ecosystem Library.

Parents can find more information about FCPS-approved digital resources on the Digital Resources in FCPS webpage.

The Digital Resources Consent page that each school has put on its school website has moved to a different location.

The digital resource page will now be housed on an FCPS central page.

Parents should use this site to complete the Digital Resource Consent process.

https://www.fcps.edu/family-resources/technology/digital-resources/consent

DRES Band and Strings Registration

Band and Strings Registration is now open! 4th- 6th graders interested in strings, and 5th and 6th graders interested in band are invited to sign up using the link below. The deadline to sign up is Monday, August 28th. Band and strings will start the week of September 11th. 

https://forms.gle/tfsE7uJjY6t6o9Lv5

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available — a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.

Get more information and view the 2023-24 Opt-Out Booklets.

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website.

Preparing for and Paying for Meals at School

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2023-24 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible for the 2023-24 school year, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost. 

Paying With MySchoolBucks

The best way to purchase meals (and keep food lines moving!) is to use MySchoolBucks. Set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. Our front office staff can help with any questions. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically, as needed. Families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. Visit FCPS’ Food and Nutrition webpage for more information.

Buses and Delays

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to our routines to start the school year.  

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Contact the Transportation Office at 703-249-7000  with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

Kiss and Ride Information

• Welcome to the new school year. This is to inform you of our Kiss and Ride procedures for the end of the day. During the first week of school we will be distributing a Kiss and Ride card. Please place it on the passenger side dashboard of your vehicle with your child’s name and grade level. All students will be waiting in the cafeteria and we will be calling students to cars as you arrive. Beginning September 5th if you do not have the card on your dashboard you will be asked to park and come in to the office to pick up your child. Please be sure to get as many vehicle cards as you need to ensure that all your vehicles can display the card.
• As a reminder students should only be entering and exiting cars from the passenger side of the vehicle. Also, students will be dismissed to a vehicle ONLY. Please do not walk up to the cafeteria exit door to pick up your child.
• We thank you in advance for your flexibility and help with ensuring the safety of the children.
• No pets are allowed on school grounds

Back to School Open House and Picnic - Sept. 7 

Join us for our Back to School Night Picnic. We are combining back to school night and our welcome back picnic. The school will be open from 5:30-6:30 for you to see your student's classroom and stop by and say hello to their teacher. The picnic will be from 5:00-8:00 on the playground and fields. Bring a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of the food trucks available. There will be music, games and friends to meet. Be sure to stop by the PTA table for a free treat for our students!

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Free Resources for Families

Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities? 

Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).

Workshops for Families

The Family Resource Center is already scheduling a helpful series of webinars for the 2023-24 school year. Save the date for the following discussions in September. See the full list of workshops. Click on the title to register for each event: 

• New School Year, New Strategies: How to Plan, Persist, and Achieve Academic Success This Year, on Friday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Meet the Author Series: The Self-Driven Child by Dr. William Stixrud, Friday, September 15, 10-11:15 a.m.
• Characteristics and Needs of Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners, on Tuesday, September 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions, Friday September 29, 10-11:30 a.m.

2023-30 Strategic Plan News

This is an exciting time for FCPS! We are continuing the work of implementing our new strategic plan. Next week, teachers will learn how their work is critical to achieving excellent student outcomes.  Stay tuned for additional information on how FCPS’ new strategic plan is coming to life. In the meantime, please visit the Strategic Plan webpage.

School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.

• Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays. 
• Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a-Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sunset on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and last through sundown Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Tuesday is designated a half-O day, and Wednesday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.

Important Dates   

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! We are very excited to have nearly 800 students back in our building on Monday, August 21st. Staff and teachers have been busy planning for your return and working hard to make sure the school year is filled with exciting and engaging learning opportunities. Our goal is to provide a learning environment that emphasizes relationships, rigor and relevance.  We will continue implementing a sound instructional program, with a focus on literacy, math and science instruction.  We will also have a focus on ensuring regular school attendance  and creating a positive school culture for our students, families and staff.  We are fortunate to have a wonderful group of specials teachers to help students explore interests in music, art, PE, and Spanish.   

There is information below to help support you and your child in returning. Please read carefully below and call the office if you have any questions at 703-279-8400.

We welcome you to walk your student to class on the first two days of school. 

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 

  Save the Date

• August 21 - First Day of School for Students 
• September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 5:30-7:30pm  

The Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices. Two versions of the Annual Notice are available — a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version. Parents/caregivers with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice, because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level.

Get more information and view the 2023-24 Opt-Out Booklets.

Bell Schedule Information

Daniels Run ES bell schedule for 2023-24 is 9:00 am - 3:45 pm 

• Office hours are 8:00am - 4:30 pm
• Kiss & Ride Drop Off - 8:45 - 9:00 am
• Doors open at 8:45 for students

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website.

Preparing for and Paying for Meals at School

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2023-24 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible for the 2023-24 school year, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost. 

Paying With MySchoolBucks

The best way to purchase meals (and keep food lines moving!) is to use MySchoolBucks. Set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. Our front office staff can help with any questions. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically, as needed. Families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. Visit FCPS’ Food and Nutrition webpage for more information.

Supply Lists 

Supply lists have been updated for the upcoming school year.

Buses and Delays

Transportation Patience and Safety

Thank you for your patience as we all get used to our routines to start the school year.  

If a student’s bus is delayed, parents may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Contact the Transportation Office at 703-249-7000  with any additional questions. For any concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact Safety and Security at 571-423-2000. 

To make sure you receive email messages about bus delays, update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE.

Kiss and Ride Information

• Welcome to the new school year. This is to inform you of our Kiss and Ride procedures for the end of the day. During the first week of school we will be distributing a Kiss and Ride card. Please place it on the passenger side dashboard of your vehicle with your child’s name and grade level. All students will be waiting in the cafeteria and we will be calling students to cars as you arrive. Beginning September 5th if you do not have the card on your dashboard you will be asked to park and come in to the office to pick up your child. Please be sure to get as many vehicle cards as you need to ensure that all your vehicles can display the card.
• As a reminder students should only be entering and exiting cars from the passenger side of the vehicle. Also, students will be dismissed to a vehicle ONLY. Please do not walk up to the cafeteria exit door to pick up your child.
• We thank you in advance for your flexibility and help with ensuring the safety of the children.
• No pets are allowed on school grounds

Back to School Open House and Picnic - Sept. 7 

Join us for our Back to School Night Picnic. We are combining back to school night and our welcome back picnic. The school will be open from 5:30-6:30 for you to see your student's classroom and stop by and say hello to their teacher. The picnic will be from 5:00-8:00 on the playground and fields. Bring a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of the food trucks available. There will be music, games and friends to meet. Be sure to stop by the PTA table for a free treat for our students!

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Free Resources for Families

Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities? 

Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).

Workshops for Families

The Family Resource Center is already scheduling a helpful series of webinars for the 2023-24 school year. Save the date for the following discussions in September. See the full list of workshops. Click on the title to register for each event: 

• New School Year, New Strategies: How to Plan, Persist, and Achieve Academic Success This Year, on Friday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Meet the Author Series: The Self-Driven Child by Dr. William Stixrud, Friday, September 15, 10-11:15 a.m.
• Characteristics and Needs of Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners, on Tuesday, September 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions, Friday September 29, 10-11:30 a.m.

2023-30 Strategic Plan News

This is an exciting time for FCPS! We are continuing the work of implementing our new strategic plan. Next week, teachers will learn how their work is critical to achieving excellent student outcomes.  Stay tuned for additional information on how FCPS’ new strategic plan is coming to life. In the meantime, please visit the Strategic Plan webpage.

School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.

• Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays. 
• Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a-Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sunset on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and last through sundown Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Tuesday is designated a half-O day, and Wednesday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.

Important Dates  

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

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

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A Note from the Principal 

DRES Families, 

Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! We are very excited to have nearly 800 students back in our building on Monday, August 21st. Staff and teachers have been busy planning for your return and working hard to make sure the school year is filled with exciting and engaging learning opportunities. Our goal is to provide a learning environment that emphasizes relationships, rigor and relevance.  We will continue implementing a sound instructional program, with a focus on literacy, math and science instruction.  We will also have a focus on ensuring regular school attendance  and creating a positive school culture for our students, families and staff.  We are fortunate to have a wonderful group of specials teachers to help students explore interests in music, art, PE, and Spanish.   

There is information below to help support you and your child in returning. Please read carefully below and call the office if you have any questions at 703-279-8400.

We welcome you to walk your student to class on the first two days of school. 

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 

  Save the Date

• August 17 - Pre-School & Kindergarten Meet & Greet (9:30-10:30)/Grades 1-6 Welcome Walk (11:30am - 4:00pm)
• August 21 - First Day of School for Students 
• September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 5:30-7:30pm  

The Welcome Walk is a time when your child's teacher and another DRES staff member visit your house and welcome your child and you to the new school year.  

The Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

Welcome Walk Information 

We will welcome students and families back by making a brief visit to your home on Thursday, August 17 from 11:30 am-4:00 pm.  What will this look like?  Your child will be welcomed with a short visit at your front door or on your front lawn by their new teacher! We want a chance to say hello and answer any questions you may have. 

Class Placement Information 

Families check your email inbox on Wednesday, August 16th for an email from your child's classroom teacher introducing themselves.  Emails will be sent at 4:00 pm.

Bell Schedule Information

Daniels Run ES bell schedule for 2023-24 is 9:00 am - 3:45 pm 

• Office hours are 8:00am - 4:30 pm
• Kiss & Ride Drop Off - 8:45 - 9:00 am
• Doors open at 8:45 for students

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website.

Preparing for and Paying for Meals at School

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2023-24 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible for the 2023-24 school year, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost. 

Paying With MySchoolBucks

The best way to purchase meals (and keep food lines moving!) is to use MySchoolBucks. Set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. Our front office staff can help with any questions. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically, as needed. Families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. Visit FCPS’ Food and Nutrition webpage for more information.

Supply Lists 

Supply lists have been updated for the upcoming school year.

Kiss and Ride Information

• Welcome to the new school year. This is to inform you of our Kiss and Ride procedures for the end of the day. During the first week of school we will be distributing a Kiss and Ride card. Please place it on the passenger side dashboard of your vehicle with your child’s name and grade level. All students will be waiting in the cafeteria and we will be calling students to cars as you arrive. Beginning September 5thif you do not have the card on your dashboard you will be asked to park and come in to the office to pick up your child. Please be sure to get as many vehicle cards as you need to ensure that all your vehicles can display the card.
• As a reminder students should only be entering and exiting cars from the passenger side of the vehicle. Also, students will be dismissed to a vehicle ONLY. Please do not walk up to the cafeteria exit door to pick up your child.
• We thank you in advance for your flexibility and help with ensuring the safety of the children.
• No pets are allowed on school grounds

Back to School Open House and Picnic - Sept. 7 

Join us for our Back to School Night Picnic. We are combining back to school night and our welcome back picnic. The school will be open from 5:30-6:30 for you to see your student's classroom and stop by and say hello to their teacher. The picnic will be from 6:30-7:30 on the playground and fields. Bring a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of the food trucks available. There will be music, games and friends to meet. Be sure to stop by the PTA table for a free treat for our students!

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Update your Subscription Status 

You are currently receiving emails from Daniels Run Elementary School News You Choose. If you wish to stop receiving these communications for any reason, please go to the Subscriber Preferences Page.

To keep receiving these emails: no action is needed.

To unsubscribe: Go to the Subscriber Preferences Page. Once you enter your email address, you can check the box next to Daniels Run Elementary School News and Announcements and then click "submit" to stop receiving emails from us.

Free Resources for Families

Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities? 

Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).

Workshops for Families

The Family Resource Center is already scheduling a helpful series of webinars for the 2023-24 school year. Save the date for the following discussions in September. See the full list of workshops. Click on the title to register for each event: 

• New School Year, New Strategies: How to Plan, Persist, and Achieve Academic Success This Year, on Friday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Meet the Author Series: The Self-Driven Child by Dr. William Stixrud, Friday, September 15, 10-11:15 a.m.
• Characteristics and Needs of Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners, on Tuesday, September 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions, Friday September 29, 10-11:30 a.m.

2023-30 Strategic Plan News

This is an exciting time for FCPS! We are continuing the work of implementing our new strategic plan. Next week, teachers will learn how their work is critical to achieving excellent student outcomes.  Stay tuned for additional information on how FCPS’ new strategic plan is coming to life. In the meantime, please visit the Strategic Plan webpage.

School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.

• Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays. 
• Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a-Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sunset on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and last through sundown Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Tuesday is designated a half-O day, and Wednesday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.

Important Dates  

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed 

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

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Question & Answer Meeting - Optional  

A reminder of tonight's optional question and answer session for families from 6:00-8:00pm. The second hour (7:00-8:00) will have Spanish translation.  You can use this link to access the meeting https://meet.google.com/inf-xokm-txp

Mr. Smith, DRES Principal, will be available for questions as we prepare to start the 22-23 school year. 

Important Dates 

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 25 - Rosh Hashanah - FCPS School and Offices Closed  

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

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language con in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language.

Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.

Save the Date

• August 11- Tour DRES - Open to all DRES families (4:00-6:00)
• August 15 - Back to School Q & A (virtual) - 6:00pm (English); 7:00pm (Spanish)
• August 17 - Kindergarten Meet & Greet (9:30-10:30)/Grades 1-6 Welcome Walk (11:30am - 4:00pm)
• August 21 - First Day of School for Students 
• September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 5:30-7:30pm  

The Back to School Q & A is a time for families to ask questions about the start of school.  School administrators will be available to answer questions.  A Google Meet link will be sent the day of the event.  View the August 8th meeting. 

The Welcome Walk is a time when your child's teacher and another DRES staff member visit your house and welcome your child and you to the new school year.  

The Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

Welcome Walk Information 

We will welcome students and families back by making a brief visit to your home on Thursday, August 17 from 11:30 am-4:00 pm.  What will this look like?  Your child will be welcomed with a short visit at your front door or on your front lawn by their new teacher! We want a chance to say hello and answer any questions you may have. 

Opting out:  If you will be away or prefer not to participate please complete this form (student’s name, grade and phone number) by Friday, August 11 

Class Placement Information 

Families check your email inbox on Wednesday, August 16th for an email from your child's classroom teacher introducing themselves.  Emails will be sent at 4:00 pm. 

Bell Schedule Information

Daniels Run ES bell schedule for 2023-24 is 9:00 am - 3:45 pm 

• Office hours are 8:00am - 4:30 pm
• Kiss & Ride Drop Off - 8:45 - 9:00 am
• Doors open at 8:45 for students

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website.

Preparing for and Paying for Meals at School

Parents/caregivers need to provide their students with money to purchase meals at school, send them with a packed lunch, or apply (and be approved) for free and reduced-price meals benefits. School breakfast for students costs $1.75. Lunch is $3.25 for elementary students and $3.50 for middle, secondary, and high school students.

Free and Reduced-Price Meals

The application for free and reduced-priced meals is now available for the 2023-24 school year. Students who were approved for free and reduced-price lunch last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should re-apply as soon as possible for the 2023-24 school year, so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost. 

Paying With MySchoolBucks

The best way to purchase meals (and keep food lines moving!) is to use MySchoolBucks. Set up your student’s MySchoolBucks account today. Our front office staff can help with any questions. 

MySchoolBucks accounts can be set up to add money to the account automatically, as needed. Families with multiple children can use the same MySchoolBucks account. Visit FCPS’ Food and Nutrition webpage for more information. 

Supply Lists 

Supply lists have been updated for the upcoming school year. 

DRES Tours

All families are welcome to tour the building on Friday, August 11 from 4-6 pm.  Feel free to join a guided tour (4:00, 4:45 and 5:30) led by a member of our administrative or counseling team.  You can also walk the building self-guided.  Our teachers will not be available during the tours in order to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Kiss and Ride Information

• Welcome to the new school year. This is to inform you of our Kiss and Ride procedures for the end of the day. During the first week of school we will be distributing a Kiss and Ride card. Please place it on the passenger side dashboard of your vehicle with your child’s name and grade level. All students will be waiting in the cafeteria and we will be calling students to cars as you arrive. Beginning September 5thif you do not have the card on your dashboard you will be asked to park and come in to the office to pick up your child. Please be sure to get as many vehicle cards as you need to ensure that all your vehicles can display the card.
• As a reminder students should only be entering and exiting cars from the passenger side of the vehicle. Also, students will be dismissed to a vehicle ONLY. Please do not walk up to the cafeteria exit door to pick up your child.
• We thank you in advance for your flexibility and help with ensuring the safety of the children.
• No pets are allowed on school grounds

Back to School Open House and Picnic - Sept. 7 

Join us for our Back to School Night Picnic. We are combining back to school night and our welcome back picnic. The school will be open from 5:30-6:30 for you to see your student's classroom and stop by and say hello to their teacher. The picnic will be from 6:30-7:30 on the playground and fields. Bring a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of the food trucks available. There will be music, games and friends to meet. Be sure to stop by the PTA table for a free treat for our students!

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Update your subscription status 

You are currently receiving emails from Daniels Run Elementary School News You Choose. If you wish to stop receiving these communications for any reason, please go to the Subscriber Preferences Page.

To keep receiving these emails: no action is needed.

To unsubscribe: Go to the Subscriber Preferences Page. Once you enter your email address, you can check the box next to Daniels Run Elementary School News and Announcements and then click "submit" to stop receiving emails from us.

Free Resources for Families

Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities? 

Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).

Workshops for Families

The Family Resource Center is already scheduling a helpful series of webinars for the 2023-24 school year. Save the date for the following discussions in September. See the full list of workshops. Click on the title to register for each event: 

• New School Year, New Strategies: How to Plan, Persist, and Achieve Academic Success This Year, on Friday, September 8, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Meet the Author Series: The Self-Driven Child by Dr. William Stixrud, Friday, September 15, 10-11:15 a.m.
• Characteristics and Needs of Twice-Exceptional (2e) Learners, on Tuesday, September 19, 10-11:30 a.m.

Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions, Friday September 29, 10-11:30 a.m.

2023-30 Strategic Plan News

This is an exciting time for FCPS! We are continuing the work of implementing our new strategic plan. Next week, teachers will learn how their work is critical to achieving excellent student outcomes.  Stay tuned for additional information on how FCPS’ new strategic plan is coming to life. In the meantime, please visit the Strategic Plan webpage.

School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.

• Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays. 
• Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked). 
• Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.

The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a-Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sunset on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, and last through sundown Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Tuesday is designated a half-O day, and Wednesday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.

Important Dates 

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 22 - Fairfax High School Family Fun Fest, 5:30

September 25 - Yom Kippur - FCPS Schools and Offices Closed  

3705 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
Attendance: 703-279-8484 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language con in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language.

Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.

DRES Tours

All families are welcome to tour the building today (August 11) from 4-6 pm.  Feel free to join a guided tour (4:00, 4:45 and 5:30) led by a member of our administrative or counseling team.  You can also walk the building self-guided.  Our teachers will not be available during the tours in order to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Important Dates 

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 25 - Rosh Hashanah - FCPS School and Offices Closed  

3705 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
Attendance: 703-279-8484 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language con in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language.

Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.

Question & Answer Meeting - Optional  

A reminder of tonight's optional question and answer session for families from 6:00-8:00pm. The second hour (7:00-8:00) will have Spanish translation.  You can use this link to access the meeting https://meet.google.com/inf-xokm-txp

Mr. Smith, DRES Principal, will be available for questions as we prepare to start the 22-23 school year. 

There will be another Q & A session on August 15th at from 6:00-8:00 PM. 

Important Dates 

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 25 - Rosh Hashanah - FCPS School and Offices Closed  

3705 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
Attendance: 703-279-8484 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language con in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language.

Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.

Save the Date

• August 8 - Back to School Q & A (virtual) - 6:00pm (English); 7:00pm (Spanish) 
• August 11- Tour DRES - Open to all DRES families (4:00-6:00)
• August 15 - Back to School Q & A (virtual) - 6:00pm (English); 7:00pm (Spanish)
• August 17 - Kindergarten Meet & Greet (9:30-10:30)/Grades 1-6 Welcome Walk (11:30am - 4:00pm)
• August 21 - First Day of School for Students 
• September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 5:30-7:30pm  

The Back to School Q & A is a time for families to ask questions about the start of school.  School administrators will be available to answer questions.  A Google Meet link will be sent the day of the event.

The Welcome Walk is a time when your child's teacher and another DRES staff member visit your house and welcome your child and you to the new school year.  

The Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

Welcome Walk Information 

We will welcome students and families back by making a brief visit to your home on Thursday, August 17 from 11:30 am-4:00 pm.  What will this look like?  Your child will be welcomed with a short visit at your front door or on your front lawn by their new teacher! We want a chance to say hello and answer any questions you may have. 

Opting out:  If you will be away or prefer not to participate please complete this form (student’s name, grade and phone number) by Friday, August 11 

Class Placement Information 

Families check your email inbox on Wednesday, August 16th for an email from your child's classroom teacher introducing themselves.  Emails will be sent at 4:00 pm. 

Bell Schedule Information

Daniels Run ES bell schedule for 2023-24 is 9:00 am - 3:45 pm 

• Office hours are 8:00am - 4:30 pm
• Kiss & Ride Drop Off - 8:45 - 9:00 am
• Doors open at 8:45 for students

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website. 

Supply Lists 

Supply lists have been updated for the upcoming school year. 

DRES Tours

All families are welcome to tour the building on Friday, August 11 from 4-6 pm.  Feel free to join a guided tour (4:00, 4:45 and 5:30) led by a member of our administrative or counseling team.  You can also walk the building self-guided.  Our teachers will not be available during the tours in order to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Kiss and Ride Information

• Welcome to the new school year. This is to inform you of our Kiss and Ride procedures for the end of the day. During the first week of school we will be distributing a Kiss and Ride card. Please place it on the passenger side dashboard of your vehicle with your child’s name and grade level. All students will be waiting in the cafeteria and we will be calling students to cars as you arrive. Beginning September 5thif you do not have the card on your dashboard you will be asked to park and come in to the office to pick up your child. Please be sure to get as many vehicle cards as you need to ensure that all your vehicles can display the card.
• As a reminder students should only be entering and exiting cars from the passenger side of the vehicle. Also, students will be dismissed to a vehicle ONLY. Please do not walk up to the cafeteria exit door to pick up your child.
• We thank you in advance for your flexibility and help with ensuring the safety of the children.
• No pets are allowed on school grounds

Back to School Open House and Picnic - Sept. 7 

Join us for our Back to School Night Picnic. We are combining back to school night and our welcome back picnic. The school will be open from 5:30-6:30 for you to see your student's classroom and stop by and say hello to their teacher. The picnic will be from 6:30-7:30 on the playground and fields. Bring a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of the food trucks available. There will be music, games and friends to meet. Be sure to stop by the PTA table for a free treat for our students!

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Update your subscription status 

You are currently receiving emails from Daniels Run Elementary School News You Choose. If you wish to stop receiving these communications for any reason, please go to the Subscriber Preferences Page.

To keep receiving these emails: no action is needed.

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Important Dates 

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 25 - Rosh Hashanah - FCPS School and Offices Closed  

3705 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
Attendance: 703-279-8484 | Web | Twitter | Facebook

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

For a translated version of this newsletter, please click HERE. Next click on the language con in the upper left corner to choose your preferred language.

Para obtener una versión traducida de este mensaje, haga clic AQUÍ. Luego, haga clic en el icono IDIOMA en la esquina superior izquierda para elegir su idioma preferido.

The correct date for the Back to School Night/Open House is Thursday, September 7th.  

Save the Date

• July 27 - Kindergarten Playdate 5:30-6:30 
• August 8 - Back to School Q & A (virtual) - 6:00pm (English); 7:00pm (Spanish) 
• August 11- Tour DRES - Open to all DRES families (4:00-6:00)
• August 15 - Back to School Q & A (virtual) - 6:00pm (English); 7:00pm (Spanish)
• August 17 - Kindergarten Meet & Greet (9:30-10:30)/Grades 1-6 Welcome Walk (11:30am - 4:00pm)
• August 21 - First Day of School for Students 
• September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 5:30-7:30pm  

The Back to School Q & A is a time for families to ask questions about the start of school.  School administrators will be available to answer questions.  A Google Meet link will be sent the day of the event.

The Welcome Walk is a time when your child's teacher and another DRES staff member visit your house and welcome your child and you to the new school year.  

The Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic is a time to visit your child's classroom, meet their teacher and join our DRES community outside for a great time! 

Welcome Walk Information 

We will welcome students and families back by making a brief visit to your home on Thursday, August 17 from 11:30 am-4:00 pm.  What will this look like?  Your child will be welcomed with a short visit at your front door or on your front lawn by their new teacher! We want a chance to say hello and answer any questions you may have. 

Opting out:  If you will be away or prefer not to participate please complete this form (student’s name, grade and phone number) by Friday, August 11 

Class Placement Information 

Families check your email inbox on Wednesday, August 16th for an email from your child's classroom teacher introducing themselves.  Emails will be sent at 4:00 pm. 

Bell Schedule Information

Daniels Run ES bell schedule for 2023-24 is 9:00 am - 3:45 pm 

• Office hours are 8:00am - 4:30 pm
• Kiss & Ride Drop Off - 8:45 - 9:00 am
• Doors open at 8:45 for students

Meal Prices & Prepayments 

Meal Prices and Prepayment information can be found on the FCPS website. 

Supply Lists 

Supply lists have been updated for the upcoming school year. 

DRES Tours

All families are welcome to tour the building on Friday, August 11 from 4-6 pm.  Feel free to join a guided tour (4:00, 4:45 and 5:30) led by a member of our administrative or counseling team.  You can also walk the building self-guided.  Our teachers will not be available during the tours in order to prepare for the upcoming school year.

Kiss and Ride Information

• Welcome to the new school year. This is to inform you of our Kiss and Ride procedures for the end of the day. During the first week of school we will be distributing a Kiss and Ride card. Please place it on the passenger side dashboard of your vehicle with your child’s name and grade level. All students will be waiting in the cafeteria and we will be calling students to cars as you arrive. Beginning September 5thif you do not have the card on your dashboard you will be asked to park and come in to the office to pick up your child. Please be sure to get as many vehicle cards as you need to ensure that all your vehicles can display the card.
• As a reminder students should only be entering and exiting cars from the passenger side of the vehicle. Also, students will be dismissed to a vehicle ONLY. Please do not walk up to the cafeteria exit door to pick up your child.
• We thank you in advance for your flexibility and help with ensuring the safety of the children.
• No pets are allowed on school grounds

Back to School Open House and Picnic - Sept. 7 

Join us for our Back to School Night Picnic. We are combining back to school night and our welcome back picnic. The school will be open from 5:30-6:30 for you to see your student's classroom and stop by and say hello to their teacher. The picnic will be from 6:30-7:30 on the playground and fields. Bring a picnic dinner or buy dinner from one of the food trucks available. There will be music, games and friends to meet. Be sure to stop by the PTA table for a free treat for our students!

Paperless Opt-Outs Available!

As a part of our ongoing efforts to streamline paper processes, parents can now select a number of opt-out’s electronically via ParentVUE.  Once you have signed into your ParentVUE account, simply select the “Student Info” tab and click on “Edit Information.” You will find opt-out’s listed there.  Parents that do not yet have a ParentVUE account will still be able to use paper forms for notification. If you need to set up your ParentVUE account, you can create one online via the FCPS ParentVUE Registration page.

Update your subscription status 

You are currently receiving emails from Daniels Run Elementary School News You Choose. If you wish to stop receiving these communications for any reason, please go to the Subscriber Preferences Page.

To keep receiving these emails: no action is needed.

To unsubscribe: Go to the Subscriber Preferences Page. Once you enter your email address, you can check the box next to Daniels Run Elementary School News and Announcements and then click "submit" to stop receiving emails from us.

Important Dates 

August 21 - First Day of School for Students 

September 1-4  - Labor Day Break 

September 7 - Back to School Open House/PTA Picnic 

September 25 - Rosh Hashanah - FCPS School and Offices Closed  

3705 Old Lee Hwy, Fairfax, VA 22030  | Main Office: 703-279-8400
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