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Hello Bull Run Families,
Today we had our school wide spelling bee. All of the participants were so impressive! I made the joke a few times that I would have gotten something wrong way sooner than they did! Our top 2 contestants had to go use an additional packet of words because they finished the original set! Congratulations to all our spellers!
Next week, we will celebrate Read Across America Week. Each day, we challenge you to read a different type of text and participate in wearing a coordinating outfit (see information below).
In addition, this year, we’re adding a fun twist with a “Masked Reader” (Reader in Disguise) who will read a book aloud each day!
Students will have the opportunity to submit their guesses in class about the reader’s identity, and we will reveal the Masked Reader at the end of each day.
Reminders:
Tomorrow, Friday February 27th, is Bull Run Spirit Day! We encourage every staff member and student to wear our school colors (blue & white), or school spirit wear .
Have a wonderful weekend!
-Mr. Marotta
February 26: Bull Run PTA Meeting @ 6:30pm in the school library and/or Zoom
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/99295620114?pwd=E9yBhagtHKo2OfICwk9zabYjFOTPad.1
Meeting ID: 992 9562 0114
Passcode: 339220
March 01-07: National School Social Work Week
March 02-6: Read Across America Week (see information below)
March 06: Spring Individual and Class Picture Day/ School Pep Rally 3:15pm / Bull Run vs. Centre Ridge Staff Basketball Game @ CVHS, 6:00pm PRE ORDER TICKETS
March 08:Daylight Saving Time Begins (Spring Forward)
March 09-13: Spring Scholastic Book Fair
March 20: Nowruz and Eid al-Fitr
March 27: Quarter End / 2-Hour Early Release
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*The full FCPS 2025-2026 calendar can be accessed here.
Our 2026 School Spelling Bee Winner, Mehka Misra (6th grade)
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Our top 3 finalists in the school spelling bee!
From left to right: Mehika Misra (6th grade), Krisha Banavar (6th grade), Zoey Abogado (3rd grade)
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Get those outfits ready—Picture Day is Friday, March 6th! We are looking for a few helping hands at Bull Run Elementary to make sure everything runs smoothly and the smiles stay bright. We need:
-3 Volunteers from 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
-3 Volunteers from 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
If you’re available to help, please send an email to Coral at CJAUGUST@FCPS.EDU. We’d love to have you!
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Read Across America Schedule
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Monday: Silly Stories & Outfits Kick off the week by reading a silly story! To match the vibe, students are encouraged to wear their most silly outfit.
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Tuesday: Famous Americans We’re reading about history-makers—inventors, celebrities, and educators. Students can dress up like a famous American they admire.
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Wednesday: All-Star Athletes Read about an influential athlete and show your spirit by wearing gear from your favorite sport or sports team.
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Thursday: Culture & Community We’ll be reading books about cultures different from our own. To celebrate our diversity, students should wear something that represents their family’s culture or hometown.
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Friday: Read My Shirt Day Wrap up the week by wearing a shirt with a the words Bull Run on it and/or with our school colors on it!
We can't wait to see everyone’s creativity on display as we dive into some great books!
Student Fasting Meal Kits
From February 18 to March 19, 2026, a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) waiver allows students fasting during the school day to request take-home meal kits. These kits include a complete school breakfast and lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.
Important Meal Kit Information:
- Kits are charged based on a student’s meal status (Free, Reduced, or Paid).
- Students may claim one breakfast and one lunch kit per day.
- Students who eat a meal at school during the day are not eligible for a take-home kit on the same day.
- Kits are distributed at the end of the school day. Students must pick up their own kits; adults are not permitted to collect them.
Parents or guardians must submit a weekly request form via the FCPS FNS website by the deadlines:
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March 2, 2026 for the week of March 9, 2026
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March 9, 2026 for the week of March 16, 2026
Forms must be submitted on time to receive meal kits for the following week.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
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PRE ORDER TICKETS Click this link to pre order your tickets. They are 5$ each, but they will increase to 8$ at the door that night.
Get ready to rumble! Our very own Bull Run ES Staff will be taking on Centre Ridge ES Staff in an epic elementary school basketball face-off! Bring the whole family for a night of hoops, concessions, prizes, and school spirit!
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Parenting Education Program at Bull Run ES
We are excited to invite our Bull Run families to a special Parenting Education Program. This session is designed to offer actionable techniques for building self-esteem in children, encouraging positive behavior, and managing family stress. It’s a wonderful opportunity to gain confidence and connect with a supportive community of fellow parents.
When: Monday, March 02 | 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Note: This program is FREE and also offered in Spanish.
Sign Up: Spots are limited! Please contact our Family Liaison, Lilith Albornoz, at 703-227-1417 or email llalbornoz@fcps.edu to reserve your place.
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SYA Spring Registration is happening now.
To avoid the waitlist, make sure you register before the March 1st deadline. There are tons of great options this season, including:
Baseball & Softball (Little League), Soccer, Lacrosse, Flag Football, Cricket, Volleyball, Track & Field, and Ultimate Frisbee!
Head over to syasports.org to sign up and secure your spot!
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Pre-orders for the '25-'26 Bull Run Elementary Yearbook are officially open. Buying early ensures your student gets their copy before they sell out.
Deadline: Order by April 26
Yearbook ID: 15367026
How to Order: Head to ybpay.lifetouch.com and use the ID code above.
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Join Ms. Kiehlmeier at TECHSTRAVAGANZA!
Event Location: Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 10 AM to 4 PM
Cost: FREE
Registration: Thomas Jefferson HS is asking families to register to get a better estimate of how many lab materials to prepare for the day.
For more information and to register please visit the link: https://techstrav.org/
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BENCHMARK UPDATE
Halfway Through Exploring Technology and Society in Language Arts
We are halfway through Benchmark Unit 5 in Language Arts! Across grade levels, students have explored why we use technology, how we take responsibility when making advances in technology, and where ideas for inventions come from.
Connect with your child’s learning at school with these fun questions and hands-on activities at home:
- Question: What’s the most interesting fact you learned from this unit so far? Why is it interesting to you?
- Activity: Ask your child to draw a picture of how they would improve a common piece of technology (cell phone, car, etc.).
At the end of the unit, your child will take their unit magazine home. The magazine includes an activity calendar with fun ways to help students build on what they’re learning at each grade level. You can also find information on how to support your child’s reading at home on the Benchmark Families website.
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Recognizing BRES staff who go above and beyond
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to | |
