Fall Festival is kind of a big deal
Fall festival is right around the corner and we need your help to make it a success! We have lots of fun games planned, concessions, a "treat" walk, and not one but two inflatables! Please consider volunteering your time before, during, or after the event. See the sign up genius for all the opportunities to help. This year's proceeds will fund fun new instruments for the music program, teacher appreciation events and teacher wish list items, as well as other requests that come up throughout the year.
PRE-ORDERS are LIVE! The order form will come home in your child's Tuesday folder or you can preorder on Givebacks. Paper pre orders are due Wednesday 10/23, but you can continue to order online until Saturday 10/26. Prices will go up on the day of the event! Limited quantities of extra food!
Pre Order: https://cherryrunpta.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true
Sign Up Genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FADA92BA4F5C07-51358591-cres
Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/16PM1LBUY5T88?ref_=wl_share
Thank you for all your help in making this event a success!
Preorder donuts for the Fall Festival and support the 6th grade!
 Top PTA Volunteer Needs
1. Book Fair: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805054EAAA729ABFE3-51952215-cherry#/
2. Fall Festival: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4FADA92BA4F5C07-51358591-cres#/
3. School Grounds: Please donate yard waste (leaves and sticks) from CHEMICAL FREE yards to be used in the raised gardens at CRES. Feel free to directly fill the raised beds (by the sheds), or drop off bags by the gardens for Mrs. Hurley to distribute. The leaves and sticks will serve as organic matter to create healthy soil for the students to plant vegetables in the spring!
The PTA needs YOUR help to make this year great for our teachers and students!
Find the complete list of volunteer opportunities here: CRES PTA Volunteer Interest List 2024/2025
Email Marcia Lundin at volunteer@cherryrunelementarypta.org with any additional questions/concerns about volunteering with your PTA.
***Join the PTA***
 Down Syndrome Awareness Month is an opportunity to unite as a community and make a positive difference in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome.
Advocacy is one of the most powerful ways to contribute to Down Syndrome Awareness Month. When we raise our voices in support of individuals with Down syndrome, we help shape a more inclusive society where everyone can thrive.
Ways to Support and Raise Awareness:
Wear Blue and Yellow: Blue and yellow are the official colors of Down syndrome awareness. Show your support by wearing these colors throughout the month, whether through clothing, accessories, or ribbons!
Rock your socks: To celebrate awareness and acceptance of all people with Down syndrome, we are asking students and parents to ROCK "MISMATCHED" SOCKS at the Fall Festival on October 29th. The "MISMATCHED" socks represent the three copies of chromosome 21.
Book Fair
 Volunteers are needed for the upcoming Cherry Run Book Fair. Please use the Sign-Up Genius link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805054EAAA729ABFE3-51952215-cherry#/
Any questions? Please email Ms. Hammond, CRES Librarian: ldhammond@fcps.edu
Art Room Notes |
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Learn more about the Cherry Run Fine Arts program through the link below from Mrs. Rodas (must be accessed with student FCPS credentials). In addition to the FCPS Art curriculum, students can find Art-themed book read alouds, kid-friendly Art Museum activities, technique charts and videos, drawing/project ideas and more. https://docs.google.com/presentation/u/1/d/1sbDVO5_L7jXNdK7EA-iJ2UCHQztxkYiYaz-dilYgs2M/copy?pli=1
Music Notes
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All general music classes have begun the “Using the Language of Music Unit,” just in time for the fall and spooky music. As you listen to music this month, encourage your child to describe it using music words. Find out more on your child’s Schoology music course.
PTA Reflections National Art Contest
***Submission Deadline is November 1st***
Click this link to upload your Student Entry Form and Pictures: Reflections Upload Link
District-Wide Virtual Lexia Core5 & PowerUp Parent Information Night
Want to learn more about Lexia® Core5 & Lexia® PowerUp? Join Lexia® Learning for a parent information night to learn how FCPS is using Lexia® Core5 and Lexia® PowerUp in classrooms across the district to support students' Literacy growth. Topics to be covered during this session include: What is Lexia Core5 and PowerUp and how do the programs support your student's individual learning needs? How does Lexia support teacher planning and instruction? Also included are extra tips for supporting your student.
For more information, contact Theresa Lieteau.
November 6:30-7:30
December 5 6:30-7:30
Register Here
Next PTA Meeting
This next PTA Meeting will be on Thurs, Nov 7 at 7:30. This will be a hybrid meeting (in person, in the cafeteria and online). https://meet.google.com/fnk-mooj-vgz
Advanced Academic Program (AAP)
Information about AAP:
https://www.fcps.edu/academics/elementary/advanced-academic-programs
Referral Forms:
https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/advanced-academic-programs-aap/advanced-academic-program-aap-forms
***Level IV (full-time AAP) Referral Forms are due December 15, 2024***
October Religious Holidays
For awareness, a list of holidays observed in October is listed below.
*Most of these are school days.
The PTA is maintaining a digital Teacher Wishlist for all CRES teachers who have submitted! This list is for everyday classroom supplies and not the same as the "Teachers Favorite Things" mentioned above. They can be found at: https://cherryrunelementarypta.org/2023/08/31/teacher-wish-lists/
Calling All Cherry Run Artists!
The PTA Reflections National Art Contest is back at Cherry Run Elementary School! The 2024 theme is "Accepting Imperfection." Submissions will be accepted until November 1, 2024. An informational flyer will be coming home in the Tuesday Folders with guidelines and details for submission. Happy Creating!
Reflections Entry Form with Guidelines
Bike Rodeo
Come learn about bike safety at the annual Tour de Mount Vernon Bike Ride with the first-ever bike rodeo on Saturday, October 19! This will be a great way for children to learn about helmet safety, practice stopping for pedestrians and cars, all while having fun in the process! A South County High School student is doing this as part of her Girl Scout Gold Award. See flier for more information about the Bike Rodeo, the Youth and Family Ride, and the longer adult rides around the Mount Vernon district.
Register here using this link.
Cub Scouts
Please see updated flyer below. The current POCs are Chris Adams, cmpack1344@gmail.com and Matt Houlahan, ccpack1344@gmail.com
Link: My Scouting
Girl Scouts
Interested in joining Girl Scouts?
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Fairfax County Special Education PTA |
Special Education PTA (SEPTA) is focused on empowering and connecting families, students, and educators to ensure students with disabilities develop their full potential as individuals and community members. SEPTA has launched its membership for the new school year and everyone is encouraged to join SEPTA as a member of our PTA.
Join online today: fcsepta.ptboard.com
Join our facebook group here for discussion topics and community posts.
Parent Information Relating to Special Education
Check out the latest events!
Events are posted at: https://fairfaxcountysepta.org/upcoming-community-events/
*All these opportunities are FREE unless noted. Todos estos eventos son gratuitos excepto donde se indique.
In most cases you must register if registration information is provided.
Learn to Irish Dance!
Box Tops App
Also, consider downloading the box tops app. You can set it up to benefit Cherry Run Elementary PTA and scan your receipts whenever you see the box top logo on one of your purchases.
To unsubscribe or update your email preferences, click here.
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