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A Note From the Principal

Dear Daniels Run Families,

It is shaping up to be a busy and exciting week at Daniels Run. We have several opportunities for our community to come together and want to ensure you have all the necessary details to stay informed.

PTA Bingo Night:  Join us this Friday night for our PTA-hosted Bingo Night. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other families and enjoy an evening of community spirit. Whether you are coming for the prizes or simply to socialize, we look forward to seeing you there.

International Night Table Hosts: We are still seeking families to represent their heritage for our upcoming International Night on March 12th. This tradition is a highlight of our school year and relies entirely on parent participation. The goal is to share a small piece of your culture, history, or food with our students. If you are interested in hosting a table, please refer to the registration details provided below.

Schedule and Dismissal Updates While we are anticipating a full five-day week of school, please note that this Wednesday is an early release day. Students will be dismissed according to the transportation method we currently have on file. If you need to make a one-time change to your student's dismissal plan for Wednesday’s early release, please contact the front office as soon as possible. We also encourage you to stay tuned to local weather forecasts throughout the week for any unexpected updates.

Thank you for your continued support and for making Daniels Run such a wonderful place for our students to grow.

Warmest regards,

Susan Mullen, Principal

Upcoming Dates

February 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday (Dismissal at 12:45pm)

February 27: PTA Bingo Night

March 7: PTA Ice Skating Night

March 20: Eid-al-Fitr Holiday- No School

March 25: 3 Hour Early Release Wednesday (Dismissal at 12:45pm)

March 30- April 3: Spring Break- No School

April 6: Teacher Workday- No School

April 10: Teacher Workday- No School

April 10: Kindergarten Parent Information Session at 9-11am

PTA News

Save the date -- Tuesday, February 24th -- Wendy's is donating 20% of orders to Daniels Run Elementary School PTA! Take a night off from cooking and join us in eating for a great cause. 

Wendy's accepts Dine-In, Takeout & Drive thru orders made in store mentioning Daniels Run Elementary School PTA. You can RSVP & see all details here: https://grouprai.se/s315309

We Need You!

The Daniels Run PTA Nominating Committee has the very important job of seeking the next DRE PTA Board. If you or someone you know is interested please reach out to us!

Email us @ drenominatingcommittee@gmail.com for more information on board positions, committtes and event chair openings! We love fresh faces and welcome all! 

PTA Baskets & Bingo Night- Friday, February 27th

Mark your calendars, a favorite event is just around the corner! 

We are looking for volunteers to help out the night of OR to help put classroom baskets together. 

Please click the link below for more information. We will reach out to all volunteers with additional information.

Baskets & Bingo Volunteer Sign Up

Here is a link to preorder Bingo Items:

Click Here to Pre Order your Bingo Night Cards, Raffle Tickets & Pizza!

New Visitor Management System

We are excited to announce that our school is now using the new Raptor Visitor Management System (VMS). This upgrade is part of our school’s and FCPS’ ongoing commitment to enhancing school safety and streamlining the process for visitors at our school. The VMS ensures that no visitor is on the sex offender registry. 

For most visitors, the user experience will be the same when you check-in at the front office.

But now there is also an app, which can make check-in’s even faster at school. Visitors who choose to download the RaptorSafe App and create a Raptor Passport can pre-verify their information before they get to school. The app will give you a QR code you can use when you check-in at school. 

If you have questions or need assistance with the new system, please contact our front office. Thank you for your partnership in keeping our schools safe!

Read Across America Week

Join us as we celebrate the joy of reading with a fun, school-wide spirit week! Each day highlights a different literary genre with an optional dress up theme. Participation is encouraged but not required--everyone is welcome to join the fun! 

Monday, March 2nd- Fantasy & Adventure Day: Wear a hat that represents an adventurer of character from a fantasy book. Bring in your favorite Fantasy/Adventure story.

Tuesday, March 3rd- Mystery Day: Dress like a detective, spy or secret agent. Bring in your favorite Mystery book.

Wednesday, March 4th- Nonfiction Day: Wear jerseys, uniforms, or Daniels Run gear. Bring in your favorite Nonfiction book.

Thursday, March 5th- Science Fiction Day: Wear an item that features planets, rockets, aliens, robots or astronauts. Bring in your favorite Sci-Fi story.

Friday, March 6th- Character Day: Wear pajamas for a cozy reading day. We will end the week celebrating beloved stories with special guest readers.

Community Clean Up Event

Roll up your sleeves and join us for our Community Clean-Up Event!

On Friday, April 10th (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM), we’re gathering at Daniels Run to get our gardens and school grounds ready for spring. This is a fantastic opportunity for families to connect while giving back to our local environment.

It’s also a day of hands-on learning. You can dive into interactive sessions to master composting, help us plant a new tree, or sharpen your nature skills by learning to identify our city’s native tree species.

[Click here to Sign Up]

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a first-time volunteer, we’d love to see your family there!

• Supervision: This is a family event, students must be accompanied by someone 18 or older.
• Weather: This event is weather-dependent.
• Updates: A full schedule will be shared as the date approaches.

Purple Up Day

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. 

Middle School Transition Fair

Hello families,

You are invited to FCPS' Middle School Transition Fair, an evening for families of elementary and middle school students receiving special education services to learn about planning for the future.

At this event, families can meet Career and Transition Services (CTS) representatives and other support staff, learn about postsecondary education, employment, and community supports, and hear from a student and parent panel sharing real transition experiences.

The fair will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, from 6:30–8:30 p.m. at Luther Jackson Middle School. Language support will be available.

This is a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with resources, and feel more confident about your child’s next steps. We hope to see you there!

Event Flyer and Translations

Event registration link

Ramadan Information

Dear Parents,

As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, we want to ensure that we are providing the necessary support and accommodations for our students who may be observing this special time.

If your child plans to participate in Ramadan this year, please inform us as soon as possible. This will help us better understand their needs and make any necessary arrangements.

For those students who will be fasting, we kindly request that you fill out the DRES Ramadan Participation Form. This form will allow you to provide us with important information regarding your child's health, dietary requirements, and any specific needs they may have during this period.

We understand that Ramadan is a time of great significance for our Muslim families, and we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for all our students. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Meal Kits for Fasting Students

From February 18 to March 19, students who are fasting during the day can take school meals home. These kits include one breakfast and one lunch to be eaten after the school day ends.

Families must fill out a request form each week for every student who wants a kit. Please note other important details below:

• Cost: Meals are charged just like a normal school day. 
• Pickup: Students must grab their kits at the end of the school day.
• Menu: Kits include school meals that are easy to heat at home.

Visit the Food and Nutrition webpage for forms, deadlines, and other information. Please contact the Office of Food and Nutrition Services with any questions at FCPSFNS@fcps.edu or 703-813-4800.

Black History Month Celebration

Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence

Families and community members are invited to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and uplift the voices shaping our future at FCPS’ Second Annual Black History Month Celebration. Rooted in Resilience: Echoes of Excellence will take place on Wednesday, February 25, at 6 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School. 

The event will honor the rich history, strength, and contributions of the Black community through inspiring student performances and a powerful keynote address by Rev. Vernon C. Walton, pastor of First Baptist Church of Vienna. Light refreshments will be available.

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History month.

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