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Our Cubbies had a great day celebrating the 100th day of school with so many fun-filled activities. As a school, we celebrated with 100 seconds of movement every 100 minutes!

Upcoming Dates

February 22: PTA Fun on Ice with Family & Friends - 1:10-3:00pm; Reston SkateQuest

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

February 28: Ramadan begins at sundown

March 3: National School Social Work Week

March 4: 6th Grade Fundraiser-Chipotle- 4:00-8:00pm

March 9: Daylight Saving Time Begins

March 12: Connect & Learn Night & PTA Science Fair- 6:00pm

March 13: Spring Picture Day

March 17: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

March 21: PTA Family Game Night- 6:00pm

March 28: Last Day of the Third Quarter

March 31: No School-Holiday- Eid al-Fitr

April 1: No School for Students- Teacher Workday

April 4: Volleyball Game Night - Cub Run vs. Virginia Run Elementary

Cubbie News Early Release Monday-February 24

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, February 24. We will dismiss at 12:25pm. Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure (staying or leaving at the early release) as you indicated for the last early release in December.

Thank you for completing the previous Google forms to communicate your dismissal plans. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for February 24, please use this updated form by Wednesday, February 19.  If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Sixth Grade Fundraiser Cub Run Connect & Learn Night!

Please join us on March 12th from 6:00-7:30 pm for Cub Run’s Connect and Learn Night! In addition to the PTA-sponsored Science Fair, you are invited to connect and engage with other families while you learn about ways to help your child practice a variety of skills at home in math, language arts, and social-emotional wellness. We will also have interactive stations where students can “show that they know” as they make estimations and use their critical and creative thinking skills. We hope to see you there!

Two Smooth Dudes Food Truck Available at Connect & Learn Night! 

We are excited to annouce that Two Smooth Dudes will be available for purchase at our Connect & Learn Night on March 12. Please see the menu below!  

Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Love. Love means you value close relationships with others and being close to people.

Love is shown through our thoughts, feelings, and actions toward those we care about. When we love someone, we comfort them, make them feel safe, support them during tough times, and often put their needs before our own. When someone loves us, we feel safe and secure and can be ourselves around them. We miss them when they are not around.

Love is important for our community and society. We all depend on each other for happiness and well-being. Love creates positive feelings, helping to reduce loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Without love, we can't form strong bonds with our families, friends, or communities. A world without love would be a lonely and unsafe place.

To practice and encourage the character strength of love at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

Learn More About How Your Child Feels at School

The Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3-12 in March. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop the skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.

After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families who do not have a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. 

Order Your 2024-25 Yearbook PTA News Ice Skating Event FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• Flu Prevention
• Students Spread Joy
• Investing in our Classrooms

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Ramadan

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28. This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school. See the complete school year calendar.

 

Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal, Mrs. Miller at [email protected] regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.

Student Fasting Meal Kits for February 28 - March 28

Thanks to a new program from the Virginia Department of Education, students who are fasting during the school day between February 28 and March 28 can now take school meal kits home at the end of the day.Families will need to fill out a weekly Fasting Meals Request Form for their child or children to receive school meal kits. A separate form must be filled out for each week and each student.To receive meal kits for Friday, February 28, and the week of March 3, please submit the first request form by Monday, February 24. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.

Protect Yourself and Your Community From the Flu

Fairfax County is experiencing very high levels of influenza (flu) illness. The Fairfax County Health Department reports that visits to emergency departments and urgent care centers for flu-like illness have increased, especially among children, and multiple flu outbreaks have occurred in our community and school settings. Read a letter from the health department. 

The health department suggests taking the following steps to reduce the spread of flu and other germs:    

• Cover coughs and sneezes. If you must be around others while ill, wearing a mask can help reduce spread.
• Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds. Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers when soap and water are not available (with supervision for younger children).
• Clean frequently touched surfaces.

According to the health department, to help prevent or reduce the spread of illness it is important for individuals who are sick to stay home and away from others until symptoms improve and until they have been free of fever for at least 24 hours. Visit this Attendance webpage for guidance on when your child should go to school. 

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Parents/Guardians have a huge influence on students when it comes to attendance.  Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help students do well in high school, college, and at work.

During the school year...

• Maintain regular bedtime and morning routines to help your child develop a habit of on-time attendance.  
• Talk to your child about why going to school everyday is important unless they are sick.
• Don’t let your child stay home unless they are truly sick.
• If your child seems reluctant to go to school, find out why and talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make him feel comfortable and excited about learning. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
• When possible, avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.
• Reach out to your child’s teacher or school counselor if you are experiencing tough times such as unstable housing, transportation or health problems.  

FCPS’ Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits

The Fairfax County School Board approved the annual update to FCPS’ FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) at their regular board meeting last week. A CIP is a working budget document that shows the timing and costs of improvement to school buildings, such as renovations, additions, and new schools. Learn more about planned improvements. Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the CIP. Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

Reminders Personal Electronic Devices

As some students returned from break with new devices, we want to send a friendly reminder to review the SR&R Guidelines with your students. In elementary schools, phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when phone use is prohibited. Please reach out to our administrative team if you have any questions. 

Upcoming Student Experience Survey

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 24. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, March 3, and Friday, March 7. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. 

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the five equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…

Attending kindergarten provides children with an opportunity to learn and practice the essential social, emotional, problem-solving, and self-regulation skills they will use throughout their lives. Fairfax County public schools typically conduct kindergarten registration events, including orientation, between January and April. Eligible children can also be registered throughout the summer, but registering your child early helps us prepare and ensure we have the teachers and resources needed on the first day of school. 

Families should prepare for registration by gathering documents and completing forms on the FCPS kindergarten registration webpage. FCPS offers support and resources for all families to help with registration and the transition to kindergarten. For support in other languages, visit the kindergarten registration webpage.

A strong start is Goal 1 of the 2023-30 Strategic Plan. 

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

After the appointment at the school (the student and one caregiver must be present), the student will be ready for orientation and any other introductory events each school may host. Read more about the registration process.

💻 Try Online Registration

Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open for parents/caregivers who would like to enroll their child in FCPS for kindergarten through 12th grade. Learn how to begin the online registration process. 

When registering, parents/caregivers will create (or log in to an existing) SIS ParentVUE account.

Westfield High School Mulch Sale Middle School Transition Fair Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

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Westfield Pyramid's Kindness Week featured a PJ day!  Look at those smiles! 

Upcoming Dates

February 10-14: Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week

February 13: 100th Day of School!

February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)

February 14: Principals’ Walking Club- 8:05am; Gym & PTA Staff Appreciation Breakfast

February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day

February 22: PTA Fun on Ice with Family & Friends - 1:10-300pm; Reston SkateQuest

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week

Kindness Week continues in the Westfield Pyramid! There will be kindness focused P2 lessons, counseling lessons, and projects. The whole school will celebrate with spirit days! Follow our counselors on Facebook to see snapshots of fun kindness themed lessons, projects and displays!

Principals’ Walking Club

Our next Principals’ Walking Club is on Friday, February 14 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charms for attending. We hope to see you on February 14!

Early Release Monday-February 24

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, February 24. We will dismiss at 12:25pm. Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure (staying or leaving at the early release) as you indicated for the last early release in December.

Thank you for completing the previous Google forms to communicate your dismissal plans. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for February 24, please use this updated form by Tuesday, February 18.  If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Cub Run Connect & Learn Night!

Please join us on March 12th from 6:00-7:30 pm for Cub Run’s Connect and Learn Night! In addition to the PTA-sponsored Science Fair, you are invited to connect and engage with other families while you learn about ways to help your child practice a variety of skills at home in math, language arts, and social-emotional wellness. We will also have interactive stations where students can “show that they know” as they make estimations and use their critical and creative thinking skills. We hope to see you there!

Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Kindness. Kindness means being generous to others, never being too busy to help out, and you enjoy doing good deeds for other people. 

Kindness is based on the belief that everyone deserves care, attention, and compassion. Kind people think about others' needs and feelings and take action to help. They are selfless, helping others because it's the right thing to do, not for any personal gain.

People who are kind have a strong sense of duty to care for others. Their acts of kindness inspire more kindness in return. 

To practice and encourage the character strength of kindness at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

Upcoming Student Experience Survey

Our school will participate in the FCPS Student Experience Survey. This survey will gather important feedback from students about their school experiences to help FCPS make meaningful improvements.

All students in grades 3-6, except those who have opted out, will receive a link to the survey in their FCPS email on February 24. We will administer the survey during the school day between Monday, February 24, and Friday, March 7. Any student may take the survey at home, if they are unable to take the survey during the school day. You will receive a communication with details on how to preview the survey and opt your child out, if you choose. 

We believe it's important to hear from our students about what we're doing well and where we can improve. This work also aligns with the five equity commitments in FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan, which focus on amplifying student voice and experiences as we work toward meeting plan goals.

PTA News PTA Meeting-February 13

Mark your calendars and get your appetites ready! You're invited to our General Meeting on Thursday, February 13th at 7:00pm, featuring a chili cook-off! Join other PTA members in the library to connect with others in our community, hear important updates, and most importantly, taste some amazing chili. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just love a good bowl, we encourage everyone to participate in the cook-off. Even if cooking isn't your thing, come hungry and ready to vote for your favorite chili! We can't wait to see you there for an evening of community, delicious food, information and fun.

Join the PTA Board

We're looking for enthusiastic parents and guardians to join our PTA Board! Serving on the board is a great way to get involved in your child's school and make a positive impact on our school community. If you're interested in joining, please contact Stephanie and Dan at [email protected] or speak to a board member at our upcoming General Meeting and chili cook-off in February.

Join a Planning Team

Help is needed for both the Spring Fling and Volleyball Night.  If you are interested in joining one or both of these teams, please reach out to Steph and Dan at [email protected] or speak to a board member at our upcoming General Meeting and chili cook-off in February.

Staff Breakfast

Please click here to donate for the staff breakfast.

Ice Skating Event FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• Proposed Budget Progress
• Apply for Dual Immersion and Magnet Lotteries
• Black History Month Event

Black History Month

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

Black History Month Celebration

FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School. 

The event begins with a light reception, followed by a formal program, “From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future.” The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community. 

For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.

President's Day (Holiday)

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Presidents Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.

Ramadan

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28. This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school. See the complete school year calendar.

 

 

Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal, Mrs. Miller at [email protected] regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.

Make Sure Your Children Are Up-to-Date on Immunizations

Please make sure your child has all of their necessary immunizations. Remember, all students are required to be immunized against certain diseases to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of keeping children healthy!

Starting Monday, May 19, students who have not provided proof of immunization may not be allowed to attend school. You can check your child’s immunization status and submit updated immunization information by accessing SIS ParentVUE. 

Please check with your healthcare provider to make sure your child is up to date on required immunizations for the 2024-25 school year. If your child needs an immunization, make an appointment with your healthcare provider, visit the Fairfax County Health Department website for a list of child immunization clinics, or view other Immunization Resources. Be wise and immunize!

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Parents/Guardians have a huge influence on students when it comes to attendance.  Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help students do well in high school, college, and at work.

During the school year...

• Maintain regular bedtime and morning routines to help your child develop a habit of on-time attendance.  
• Talk to your child about why going to school everyday is important unless they are sick.
• Don’t let your child stay home unless they are truly sick.
• If your child seems reluctant to go to school, find out why and talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make him feel comfortable and excited about learning. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
• When possible, avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.
• Reach out to your child’s teacher or school counselor if you are experiencing tough times such as unstable housing, transportation or health problems.  

Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration

Countywide lottery registration for the Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program for first graders in the 2025-26 school year is open through Thursday, February 13, at 4 p.m. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program through Thursday, March 6, at 4 p.m.  

Dual Language Immersion is available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. 

Interested parents/caregivers may attend an informational meeting at the school site. Visit the Dual Language Immersion Program registration page for a list of meetings by language offered. 

Get more details on the DLI Program webpage.

Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools

Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts. 

Registration for the 2025-26 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 4, through Friday, April 4. Learn more about the programs on the Elementary Magnet Schools page and information on the magnet lottery on our Registration page.

Reminders Personal Electronic Devices

As some students returned from break with new devices, we want to send a friendly reminder to review the SR&R Guidelines with your students. In elementary schools, phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when phone use is prohibited. Please reach out to our administrative team if you have any questions. 

Kindergarten Registration

 

FCPS registration is now available for rising kindergarten students.  Your student must have turned 5 years old by 09/30/2025 to be eligible to be registered.

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

💻Try Online Registration

Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open for parents/caregivers. 

When registering, parents/caregivers will create (or log into an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Follow the instructions on the page and complete the registration process.

Once you have submitted the registration packet online, our Student Information Assistant (SIA) Mrs. Namrata Saxena will contact you via email to set up an appointment to meet her in person.  You can also reach her at 703-633-7500.

If you need a paper copy of the registration packet, it can be picked up at the front office.

Westfield High School Mulch Sale Middle School Transition Fair Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

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5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
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Quarter 2 Cubbie C.A.R.E.S. winners!  These students were nominated by teachers and staff for displaying C.A.R.E.S. expectations.

During our assemblies on Monday,our quarter 2 C.A.R.E.S. recipients got to silly-string Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider and other staff members thanks to our Cubbies earning 2,500 tickets! 

Upcoming Dates

February 3-7: National School Counseling Week

February 5: Second Quarter Progress Reports in Folders & ParentVue

February 6: Spelling Bee

February 10-14: Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week

February 10: Military Family Potluck- 6:00pm

February 12: 100th Day of School!

February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)

February 14: Principals’ Walking Club- 8:05am; Gym & PTA Staff Appreciation Breakfast

February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day

February 22: PTA Fun on Ice with Family & Friends - 1:10-300pm; Reston SkateQuest

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends,

We kicked off our week and second semester with our C.A.R.E.S. assemblies! It was great to come together as a school community to reconnect and reinforce our school-wide C.A.R.E.S. expectations. Our awesome students shared their voices focused on each expectation and reflected on the impact of our school-wide expectations on our school culture. Our second quarter C.A.R.E.S. students were recognized and then had the opportunity to silly string us and many of our teachers and staff! Please join us in continuing to talk with our students about our C.A.R.E.S. expectations and how our Cubbies can demonstrate these behaviors each day. 

During the week of February 10-14, we will be participating in our Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week. We will join the other schools in our pyramid as we focus on kindness throughout the week. Kindness will be the focus of our Positivity Project lessons, our counseling lessons, and various projects. Please see the graphic below for our Kindness Week spirit days!

Warm Regards,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week National School Counseling Week

This week is National School Counseling Week which highlights the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve success in school. We are grateful for the efforts of our school counselors, Mrs. Buesing and Mrs. Jackson, as they support our Cubbies in a variety of ways throughout the school day. We are thankful for the support our counselors provide to our Cubbies, staff, and families! Please join us in thanking them for their contributions to our school community.  

Thank you to our Crossing Guard!

Today is Crossing Guard Appreciation Day and we are thankful to Mr. John Guyette for all he does to keep our Cubbies safe! 

Principals’ Walking Club

Our next Principals’ Walking Club is on Friday, February 14 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charms for attending. We hope to see you on February 14!

Early Release Monday-February 24

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, February 24. We will dismiss at 12:25pm. Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure (staying or leaving at the early release) as you indicated for the last early release in December.

Thank you for completing the previous Google forms to communicate your dismissal plans. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for February 24, please use this updated form by Tuesday, February 18.  If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Cub Run Connect & Learn Night!

Please join us on March 12th from 6:00-7:30 pm for Cub Run’s Connect and Learn Night! In addition to the PTA-sponsored Science Fair, you are invited to connect and engage with other families while you learn about ways to help your child practice a variety of skills at home in math, language arts, and social-emotional wellness. We will also have interactive stations where students can “show that they know” as they make estimations and use their critical and creative thinking skills. We hope to see you there!

Personal Electronic Devices

As some students returned from break with new devices, we want to send a friendly reminder to review the SR&R Guidelines with your students. In elementary schools, phones must be silenced and in backpacks for the duration of the school day. Watches that serve a dual purpose (e.g., smart watch) may be worn; however, phone features (e.g., texting, Internet, calls, etc.) are to be off when phone use is prohibited. Please reach out to our administrative team if you have any questions. 

Positivity Project

This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Prudence. Prudence means you plan for the future and achieve your goals by making careful everyday choices.

Prudence is about doing the right thing at the right time for the right reasons. It's a way of thinking ahead, setting goals, making plans, and having the discipline to follow through. It’s more about using your head than your heart.

Prudence helps with managing yourself effectively. Whether aiming for a sports record, getting good grades, or saving for something special, you need to plan ahead and stay focused. Even with a plan, you must resist temptations that might distract you. Prudence gives you the wisdom to use the right strengths at the right time to achieve your goals.

To practice and encourage the character strength of prudence at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

Kindergarten Registration

 

FCPS registration is now available for rising kindergarten students.  Your student must have turned 5 years old by 09/30/2025 to be eligible to be registered.

There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:

1. Determine eligibility. 
2. Identify your local school. 
3. Gather documents. 
4. Fill out forms. 
5. Schedule an appointment.

💻Try Online Registration

Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is open for parents/caregivers. 

When registering, parents/caregivers will create (or log into an existing) SIS ParentVUE account. Follow the instructions on the page and complete the registration process.

Once you have submitted the registration packet online, our Student Information Assistant (SIA) Mrs. Namrata Saxena will contact you via email to set up an appointment to meet her in person.  You can also reach her at 703-633-7500.

If you need a paper copy of the registration packet, it can be picked up at the front office.

PTA News Military Family Potluck PTA Meeting-February 13

Mark your calendars and get your appetites ready! You're invited to our General Meeting on Thursday, February 13th at 7:00pm, featuring a chili cook-off! Join other PTA members in the library to connect with others in our community, hear important updates, and most importantly, taste some amazing chili. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just love a good bowl, we encourage everyone to participate in the cook-off. Even if cooking isn't your thing, come hungry and ready to vote for your favorite chili! We can't wait to see you there for an evening of community, delicious food, information and fun.

Join the PTA Board

We're looking for enthusiastic parents and guardians to join our PTA Board! Serving on the board is a great way to get involved in your child's school and make a positive impact on our school community. If you're interested in joining, please contact Stephanie and Dan at [email protected] or speak to a board member at our upcoming General Meeting and chili cook-off in February.

 Join a Planning Team

Help is needed for both the Spring Fling and Volleyball Night.  If you are interested in joining one or both of these teams, please reach out to Steph and Dan at [email protected] or speak to a board member at our upcoming General Meeting and chili cook-off in February.

Teacher and Staff Breakfast

Please click here to donate for the staff breakfast.

Ice Skating Event Science Fair

 

FCPS News 

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• FY 2026 Proposed Budget
• Student-Driven Lunch Menus
• Inclusion Awards Nominations

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Black History Month 

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.

    Black History Month Celebration 

FCPS’ Chief Equity Office invites the community to an Inaugural Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration on Wednesday, February 19, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Carter G. Woodson High School. 

The event begins with a light reception, followed by a formal program, “From the Threads of Our Past to the Fabric of Our Future.” The program will honor the enduring contributions of Black history and culture while envisioning a future rooted in equity and excellence. It will include inspiring performances, personal stories, reflections, and opportunities to connect and celebrate. The event is open to the entire community. 

 

 

For more information, contact Nina Thomas, senior manager for Professional Learning and Cultural Responsiveness.

VSBA School Board Appreciation Month

Thank you to the Fairfax County School Board for all they do throughout the year. Want to contact your school board representatives to share your appreciation? Visit their website to find your school board member and contact them.

President's Day (Holiday) 

All schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17, for the Presidents Day holiday. See the complete school year calendar.

 

 

Ramadan

Ramadan begins at sundown on Friday, February 28. This day is an evening-only observance day. There is school on these days, but certain activities that cannot be made up can not take place after school. See the complete school year calendar.

 

 

Throughout the year, as we celebrate and recognize various cultural holidays and observances, families are encouraged to contact their child’s principal, Mrs. Miller at [email protected] regarding accommodations, including but not limited to those around lunch, prayer/meditation and silent reflection spaces and times, and instruction.

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

Parents/Guardians have a huge influence on students when it comes to attendance.  Attending school regularly helps students feel better about school—and themselves. Start building this habit in preschool so they learn right away that going to school on time, every day is important. Good attendance will help students do well in high school, college, and at work.

During the school year...

• Maintain regular bedtime and morning routines to help your child develop a habit of on-time attendance.  
• Talk to your child about why going to school everyday is important unless they are sick.
• Don’t let your child stay home unless they are truly sick.
• If your child seems reluctant to go to school, find out why and talk to teachers, school counselors, or other parents for advice on how to make him feel comfortable and excited about learning. Keep in mind complaints of a stomach ache or headache can be a sign of anxiety and not a reason to stay home.
• When possible, avoid medical appointments and extended trips when school is in session.
• Reach out to your child’s teacher or school counselor if you are experiencing tough times such as unstable housing, transportation or health problems.  

Reminders Elementary School Language Arts Progress Reports

As we shared earlier this year, our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. Students are not expected to master all of their grade-level standards until later in the year. By monitoring grades in each standard the whole school year, you can get a clearer picture of areas where they need to grow most, as well as their overall progress in literacy. The goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report, it might continue to look different, especially in the area of language arts. Your child is continuing to be assessed on end of the year standards with our new language arts curriculum. The second quarter progress report will be reflective of their current progress at this time of the year. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
Main Phone: 703.633.7500 | Web | Twitter

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Cubbies: Learning in Action!

Upcoming Dates

January 30: Third Quarter Begins

January 31: SCA Spirit Day: Dress as the career you are interested in

February 6: Spelling Bee

February 10-14: Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week

February 10: Military Family Potluck- 6:00pm

February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)

February 14: Principals’ Walking Club- 8:05am; Gym

February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day

February 22: PTA Fun on Ice with Family & Friends - 1:10-300pm; Reston SkateQuest

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Famililes and Friends,

As the second quarter of the school year comes to a close, we want to express our sincere gratitude to our entire school community – students, families, teachers, and staff – for their hard work, dedication, and positive contributions. This quarter has been filled with many highlights including connecting with our community during our Veterans Day assemblies, Thanksgiving Lunch, Literacy Information Session, Family Game Night, and Bingo Night! Our Cubbies have been focused on our C.A.R.E.S. expectations-they have earned pieing us in the face, stuffed animal day, Gratitude Graffiti Lunch, and they are close to achieving the opportunity to silly string us and our teachers and staff at our upcoming C.A.R.E.S. assemblies in February!

We are incredibly proud of the progress our students have made this quarter. Their enthusiasm for learning, coupled with the unwavering support of our dedicated educators, has created a vibrant and enriching learning environment. As we move to the third quarter, we are excited to come together as a school community for our C.A.R.E.S. assemblies to reinforce our school-wide expectations, to host our spelling bee, Kindness Week, our Military Family Potluck, and our Connect and Learn Night in March-please see below for more information.

We look forward to another successful quarter filled with learning, growth, and community engagement.

Warm Regards,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

SCA Spirit Day: Career Day Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week Principals’ Walking Club

Our next Principals’ Walking Club is on Friday, February 14 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement. We hope to see you on February 14!

Cub Run Connect & Learn Night!

 

Please join us on March 12th from 6:00-7:30 pm for Cub Run’s Connect and Learn Night! In addition to the PTA-sponsored Science Fair, you are invited to connect and engage with other families while you learn about ways to help your child practice a variety of skills at home in math, language arts, and social-emotional wellness. We will also have interactive stations where students can “show that they know” as they make estimations and use their critical and creative thinking skills. We hope to see you there!

Virginia’s Student Assessment Summary for Families

This month, families of students who took any Standards of Learning (SOL) test between school years 2015-16 and 2023-24 will receive a Student Assessment Summary Report. The report shows a student’s state percentile ranking for each test. This allows families to see how their child ranked compared to all Virginia students who took the same test that year. 

Reports are available now in SIS ParentVUE Documents. We will distribute them to students whose families do not have ParentVUE access. Learn how to access ParentVUE. 

The report is intended to help families reflect on how their child performed across all tested subjects over the years. Our staff members are committed to working with families to help every student reach their highest potential. Learn more about student assessments in FCPS.

Positivity Project 

This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Social Intelligence. Social intelligence means understanding other people's thoughts and feelings and why they act the way they do.

Social intelligence helps us build good relationships by being aware of others’ emotions and behaviors. It is different from "book smarts" and grows with experience. It also allows people to connect, form friendships, and protect themselves from being taken advantage of. It also helps us read facial expressions and understand what motivates others.

To practice and encourage the character strength of social intelligence at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

Middle School Transition Matters Newsletter 

The Middle School Transition Matters Newsletter: Elementary Edition is here! This Winter 2024-25 edition helps foster curiosity, self-awareness, and career readiness in elementary students. It includes practical tips, activities, and local resource ideas to connect classroom learning with real-life experiences.

Highlights include:

• Ideas for integrating transition planning into lessons and family discussions.
• Strategies to build self-awareness and explore interests.
• Fun ways to introduce career awareness through reflection, exploration, sharing, and activities.
• Hands-on group projects and pre-vocational activities to build real-world work skills.

PTA News

 

*The deadline to register for the spelling bee is February 3.

Military Family Potluck Ice Skating Event Science Fair

 

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• SOL Score Reports
• Upcoming Budget Presentation
• Science Fair Judges Needed

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

FCPS’ Proposed Construction Projects Offer Community-Wide Benefits

Fairfax County Public Schools’ updated plans for new school construction, capacity enhancements, and renovations are outlined in the proposed FY 2026-30 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Projects include constructing two new elementary schools; renovations at 18 elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools; and relocation of modular buildings.

The proposed CIP was presented to the School Board at the January 14 work session. A public hearing was also held January 14. The School Board will take action on the proposed CIP at its Thursday, February 6 meeting.

What Families Can Do to Fight Drug Misuse

FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.

What can families do?

• Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink. 
• Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success. 
• Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage. 
• Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors. 
• Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”

Get more information on opioid awareness.

Reminders Elementary School Language Arts Progress Reports

As we shared earlier this year, our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. Students are not expected to master all of their grade-level standards until later in the year. By monitoring grades in each standard the whole school year, you can get a clearer picture of areas where they need to grow most, as well as their overall progress in literacy. The goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might continue to look different, especially in the area of language arts. Your child is continuing to be assessed on end of the year standards with our new language arts curriculum. The second quarter progress report will be reflective of their current progress at this time of the year. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

Arrival & Dismissal Safety Reminders

Sully Station Drive & Bus Loop

We are seeing an increase again in unsafe actions on Sully Station Drive and our bus loop during our arrival and dismissal procedures. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the morning or picking up at dismissal, please utilize our Kiss and Ride/Car Rider line to safely drop off or pick up students. If you are parking and walking, please park near our crosswalk and utilize the crosswalk that is supported by our amazing crossing guard and use our sidewalks to walk to door 4.  

Unfortunately, we are seeing students walk/run across Sully Station Drive where there is no crosswalk and we are concerned about our students and families. There is also a safety concern when parking along Sully Station Drive and walking through our bus loop. Please utilize sidewalks because our buses are arriving or departing with our students. 

Kiss and Ride Loop (Car Riders)

If you are accessing our kiss and ride loop to drop off or pick up students, please remain in your vehicles and ensure you are dropping off students where we have staff and patrols. If you arrive after 8:40am, you will need to park and walk our students to the main office to check-in. At 8:40am, our staff need to report to their positions to support students in the building.  

If you are walking students to door 4, we request that you do not park in the lot and then walk across the parking lot. Cars are making their way around the loop and we want to ensure that our Cubbies do not walk out in front of a car.

Thank you for your partnership in utilizing our procedures to ensure a safe arrival and dismissal for our school community. 

New Storywalk Available Now

Visit Cub Run for our new story walk which is available now. As a reminder, it is behind our school on the walking path behind the playground. Come walk and enjoy the story, Snow, by Uri Shulevitz. 

Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025-2026

Curriculum Night

Students and parents are invited to learn about the 7th and 8th grade curriculum offered at Stone MS on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:00 pm.

Curriculum night will include:

*Electives Fair in the gym and classrooms *Optional sessions for parents of Multi-lingual Learners, Special Education, and Advanced Academic students.

This is a parent only event.

Elementary Visits

Stone MS counselors will visit our feeder elementary schools to present course selection information to 6th graders on the following days:

February 10: London Towne ES & Bull Run ES

February 11: Virginia Run ES

February 12: Deer Park ES & Non-Feeders

February 13: Cub Run ES 

All academic advising information, forms, and timelines are available on our website: https://stonems.fcps.edu/student-services/academic-advising

Tour of Stone (Students only)

All 6th grade students will take a field trip to Stone MS on February 6th. Our program will feature:

*Pep Rally to include student performances to showcase our programs. *Student Panel where students hear from their peer about Stone MS *Student Tour of the building, led by our Stone leadership students.

Counseling Team

Counselors assigned alphabetically by student's last name:

Ms. Katie Marrefi      A-G

Mr. Armando Garcia H-O

Ms. Marissa Luper     P-Z

Ms. Tami Brumett, Director of Student Services

Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025 - 2026 Flyer

Reading Opens the World Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
Main Phone: 703.633.7500 | Web | Twitter

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Students and staff enjoying an amazing BINGO night organized by our wonderful PTA! 

Upcoming Dates

January 28: Second Quarter Ends

January 29: No School-Student Holiday/Teacher Workday, Lunar New Year

January 30: Third Quarter Begins

January 31: SCA Spirit Day: Dress as the career you are interested in

February 6: Spelling Bee

February 10-14: Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week

February 10: Military Family Potluck- 6:00pm

February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)

February 14: Principals’ Walking Club- 8:05am; Gym

February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day

February 22: PTA Fun on Ice with Family & Friends - 1:10-300pm; Reston SkateQuest

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News

 

Calendar Reminders Quarter End/Lunar New Year/Teacher Workday

Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the second quarter. Wednesday, January 29, is Lunar New Year and a teacher workday.

There will be no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.

 

Arrival & Dismissal Safety Reminders

Sully Station Drive & Bus Loop

We are seeing an increase again in unsafe actions on Sully Station Drive and our bus loop during our arrival and dismissal procedures. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the morning or picking up at dismissal, please utilize our Kiss and Ride/Car Rider line to safely drop off or pick up students. If you are parking and walking, please park near our crosswalk and utilize the crosswalk that is supported by our amazing crossing guard and use our sidewalks to walk to door 4.  

Unfortunately, we are seeing students walk/run across Sully Station Drive where there is no crosswalk and we are concerned about our students and families. There is also a safety concern when parking along Sully Station Drive and walking through our bus loop. Please utilize sidewalks because our buses are arriving or departing with our students. 

Kiss and Ride Loop (Car Riders)

If you are accessing our kiss and ride loop to drop off or pick up students, please remain in your vehicles and ensure you are dropping off students where we have staff and patrols. If you arrive after 8:40am, you will need to park and walk our students to the main office to check-in. At 8:40am, our staff need to report to their positions to support students in the building.  

If you are walking students to door 4, we request that you do not park in the lot and then walk across the parking lot. Cars are making their way around the loop and we want to ensure that our Cubbies do not walk out in front of a car.

Thank you for your partnership in utilizing our procedures to ensure a safe arrival and dismissal for our school community. 

New Storywalk Available Now

Visit Cub Run for our new story walk which is available now. As a reminder, it is behind our school on the walking path behind the playground. Come walk and enjoy the story, Snow, by Uri Shulevitz. 

Westfield Pyramid Kindness Week Positivity Project

This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Self-Control. Self-control means having the ability to control your emotions and behaviors. You think before you act.

Having self-control helps people stay calm during tough times and avoid impulsive actions. It doesn’t mean you don’t have thoughts or feelings; it means you can manage them.

When working or gathering in groups, self-control is shown through “self-monitoring.” This means being honest about what works and what doesn’t. Group members adjust their roles to help the group succeed.

To practice and encourage the character strength of self-control at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your continued support!

PTA News Spelling Bee Military Family Potluck Ice Skating Event Science Fair FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• Dress Children Warmly
• Proposed Construction Projects
• Dual Language Immersion Lottery

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

As we kickoff 2025, let's continue to partner together to nurture a rock-solid attendance habit. Every hour of every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. 

A big thank you to:

• 🌟 Students who show up every day and the parents/caregivers supporting them.
• 👩‍🏫 Teachers who create a welcoming environment for learning.
• 👨‍💼 Administrators who provide a safe and engaging place to grow.
• 👏 Bus drivers, support staff, and volunteers who lend a helping hand to all our learners.

If you or your child need support, please reach out to our school social worker or family liaison. If your child is not feeling well, please refer to the When Should I Keep My Child Home? webpage for guidance. 

Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.

SR&R and Cell Phone Policy Survey

All FCPS families and middle and high school students received an email invitation on Tuesday, January 21, to participate in a survey about FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R), cell phone policy, and cell phone storage options. The survey will be available from January 21 to February 3. Please take a few moments to share your feedback and help FCPS make informed, inclusive decisions for all of our schools!

Reminders Reminder: Elementary School Language Arts Progress Reports

As we shared earlier this year, our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. Students are not expected to master all of their grade-level standards until later in the year. By monitoring grades in each standard the whole school year, you can get a clearer picture of areas where they need to grow most, as well as their overall progress in literacy. The goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might continue to look different, especially in the area of language arts. Your child is continuing to be assessed on end of the year standards with our new language arts curriculum. The second quarter progress report will be reflective of their current progress at this time of the year. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025-2026

Curriculum Night

Students and parents are invited to learn about the 7th and 8th grade curriculum offered at Stone MS on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:00 pm.

Curriculum night will include:

*Electives Fair in the gym and classrooms *Optional sessions for parents of Multi-lingual Learners, Special Education, and Advanced Academic students.

This is a parent only event.

Elementary Visits

Stone MS counselors will visit our feeder elementary schools to present course selection information to 6th graders on the following days:

February 10: London Towne ES & Bull Run ES

February 11: Virginia Run ES

February 12: Deer Park ES & Non-Feeders

February 13: Cub Run ES 

All academic advising information, forms, and timelines are available on our website: https://stonems.fcps.edu/student-services/academic-advising

Tour of Stone (Students only)

All 6th grade students will take a field trip to Stone MS on February 6th. Our program will feature:

*Pep Rally to include student performances to showcase our programs. *Student Panel where students hear from their peer about Stone MS *Student Tour of the building, led by our Stone leadership students.

Counseling Team

Counselors assigned alphabetically by student's last name:

Ms. Katie Marrefi      A-G

Mr. Armando Garcia H-O

Ms. Marissa Luper     P-Z

Ms. Tami Brumett, Director of Student Services

Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025 - 2026 Flyer

Chinese New Year Festival Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
Main Phone: 703.633.7500 | Web | Twitter

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We are so excited to kick off 2025 with our Cubbies back in the building!

Upcoming Dates

January 13-17: FCPS Family Math Week

January 15: Orders due-Westfield Pyramid Kindness Shirts

January 17: Principals’ Walking Club-8:05am; Gym

January 17: PTA Bingo Night-6:00pm; Stone Middle School Cafeteria

January 20: No School-Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Inauguration Day

January 21: PTA Spirit Night-McDonald’s-5:00-7:00pm

January 28: Second Quarter Ends

January 29: No School-Student Holiday/Teacher Workday, Lunar New Year

January 30: Third Quarter Begins

February 6: Spelling Bee

February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)

February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day

February 22: PTA Ice Skating Event

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends,

The echoes of laughter and footsteps in our halls tell the most joyful story of our Cubbies being back in the building! Our students were excited to return to school, share their adventures, and to be reunited with teachers and friends. Our exceptional teachers have already set the stage for growth and discovery by igniting our students’ curiosity through positive and engaging learning experiences.

We are also looking forward to this Friday for our first Principals' Walking Club of 2025! Due to the weather, we will be in the gym and hope that many of our Cubbies can join us. Our annual PTA Bingo Night is on Friday evening and we are excited to come together for this outstanding event. We hope to see you there!

Warm Regards,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Westfield Pyramid Outstanding Employee Winners

We are beyond excited to share that two of our staff members have been selected and recognized as the Westfield Pyramid winners for our FCPS Outstanding Employee awards. They will represent the Westfield Pyramid in the Region 5 award selection process. 

 

Westfield Pyramid Outstanding Teacher: Stephanie McWhirt, Cub Run First Grade Teacher

 

Westfield Pyramid Outstanding Professional Employee: Madina Niaz Smith, Technology Support Specialist for Cub Run & Virginia Run Elementary Schools

 

 

We are thrilled that they are being recognized for their hard work, dedication, and positive impact on our school community! Please help us congratulate them!

Westfield Pyramid Kindness Shirts- Last Day to Order!

Westfield Pyramid Schools are committed to promoting kindness, empathy, and inclusion. Schools will celebrate Kindness Week in February and we invite all students and staff in the Westfield Pyramid to wear their “We Choose Kindness” shirts signifying a personal commitment to choosing kindness. We are offering short-sleeve shirts and hooded sweatshirts in black with white and pink ink. Why pink? The color is based on an anti-bullying campaign started by Travis Price and David Shepherd, who took a stand for a fellow student who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school.

Orders are due by today and items will be delivered to your child’s classroom. If you would like to purchase, please scan the QR code below to order online via the PTA Store. We will not be accepting any payment after January 15th. 

Principals’ Walking Club

Our first Principals’ Walking Club of 2025 is on Friday, January 17 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charm for attending. We hope to see you on January 17!

Calendar Reminders Martin Luther King Jr. Day/Inauguration (Holiday)

Schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday and the Presidential Inauguration.

FCPS is collaborating with Volunteer Fairfax for the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Students and families can volunteer on Saturday, January 25, at Give Together at the James Lee Community Center. 

Volunteer Fairfax invites families to participate in thoughtful, engaging service projects working alongside local nonprofit and government agency partners across a variety of mission areas. Projects will include food packing, creating care packages, environmental stewardship, and support for animal welfare. This event is free and open to the public but registration is required.

There will also be Financial Literacy Workshops offered at Give Together for students in grades 3-12. If you would like to attend one of the workshops, sign up during check-in on January 25.

Quarter End/Lunar New Year/Teacher Workday

Tuesday, January 28, is the last day of the second quarter. Wednesday, January 29, is Lunar New Year and a teacher workday. There will be no school for students. See the complete school year calendar.

Reminder: Elementary School Language Arts Progress Reports

As we shared earlier this year, our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. Students are not expected to master all of their grade-level standards until later in the year. By monitoring grades in each standard the whole school year, you can get a clearer picture of areas where they need to grow most, as well as their overall progress in literacy. The goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might continue to look different, especially in the area of language arts. Your child is continuing to be assessed on end of the year standards with our new language arts curriculum. The second quarter progress report will be reflective of their current progress at this time of the year. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

Positivity Project

This week, our school community will focus on the Other People Mindset of Supporting Others When They Struggle. This means when other people are struggling, we do our best to help them out.

Supporting other people when they struggle is a critical part of being human. There are many different approaches to helping people who are struggling. These can include listening while they describe an event and their feelings about it, taking action to help people in need, or simply being there and sitting together in silence. Everyone faces tough days and needs support, and this support leads to a chain of prosocial behavior that makes us feel good about ourselves and our group.

To practice and encourage this Other People Mindset at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

Attention 6th Grade Parents - Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025-2026

Curriculum Night

Students and parents are invited to learn about the 7th and 8th grade curriculum offered at Stone MS on Wednesday, February 5th at 6:00 pm.

Curriculum night will include:

*Electives Fair in the gym and classrooms *Optional sessions for parents of Multi-lingual Learners, Special Education, and Advanced Academic students.

This is a parent only event.

Elementary Visits

Stone MS counselors will visit our feeder elementary schools to present course selection information to 6th graders on the following days:

February 10: London Towne ES & Bull Run ES

February 11: Virginia Run ES

February 12: Deer Park ES & Non-Feeders

February 13: Cub Run ES 

All academic advising information, forms, and timelines are available on our website: https://stonems.fcps.edu/student-services/academic-advising

Tour of Stone (Students only)

All 6th grade students will take a field trip to Stone MS on February 6th. Our program will feature:

*Pep Rally to include student performances to showcase our programs. *Student Panel where students hear from their peer about Stone MS *Student Tour of the building, led by our Stone leadership students.

Counseling Team

Counselors assigned alphabetically by student's last name:

Ms. Katie Marrefi      A-G

Mr. Armando Garcia H-O

Ms. Marissa Luper     P-Z

Ms. Tami Brumett, Director of Student Services

Stone MS Academic Advising Information 2025 - 2026 Flyer

PTA News Bingo Night Spirit Night Spelling Bee Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

As we kickoff 2025, let's continue to partner together to nurture a rock-solid attendance habit. Every hour of every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. 

A big thank you to:

• 🌟 Students who show up every day and the parents/caregivers supporting them.
• 👩‍🏫 Teachers who create a welcoming environment for learning.
• 👨‍💼 Administrators who provide a safe and engaging place to grow.
• 👏 Bus drivers, support staff, and volunteers who lend a helping hand to all our learners.

If you or your child need support, please reach out to our school social worker or family liaison. If your child is not feeling well, please refer to the When Should I Keep My Child Home? webpage for guidance. 

Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.

January is National Mentoring Month

 

Imagine a world where young people feel empowered, encouraged, and understood. Mentors can make that world a reality by helping young people find and follow their passions, excel in school, and thrive wherever they are.Learn more about Mentoring Month.

Research has shown that young people with at least one trusted mentor are less likely to skip school, less likely to use illegal drugs or drink alcohol, and more prepared to enter college or the workforce. Yet one in three children lack a mentor.

All it takes is one person to serve as a trusted adult to help change a young person’s path in life. Mentors provide attention, support, and enrichment, and help connect their mentees to resources that may help them on their journey in life.

The FCPS MentorWorks program matches mentors with students in schools near where they live or work. They meet for at least 30 minutes a week. Learn more about how to become a mentor for an FCPS student. Contact Martha Macdonald, mentoring specialist, for additional information at [email protected]. 

ST Family Math Week

 

Come together as a community for students in K-8 for 5 nights the week of January 13, 2025, with delightful math games and stories - all on your own time and from the comfort of your own home. All content will be available for free directly to all families in English and Spanish. 

Through rich story-based mathematics experiences, math week offers families  an opportunity to experience  math, literacy, history, and geography in a positive way. The games and stories feature several countries including Lesotho, Madagascar, Ghana, and China. 

All content will be available completely free on the website starting January 13, 2025. To access the games, families will be able to simply click on the day of the week and find their child's grade and language. View the website at anytime for explanations and videos.

Families can play for as little as 15 minutes or replay over and over lasting more than an hour on any given night. For families that want to reduce screen time, we will have physical print options for access to the content and games as well.

Use the games and stories on our website or dust off your favorite math game and play it as a family.

Any and ALL math experiences outside of a normal week count. Our goal is for FCPS to experience 1,000,000 minutes of math outside of the school day. Join us!

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

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Cubbies enjoying the first snow fall of 2025! 

Upcoming Dates

January 15: Orders due-Westfield Pyramid Kindness Shirts

January 17: Principals’ Walking Club-8:05am; Gym

January 17: PTA Bingo Night-6:00pm; Stone Middle School Cafeteria

January 20: No School-Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Inauguration Day

January 21: PTA Spirit Night-McDonald’s-5:00-7:00pm

January 28: Second Quarter Ends

January 29: No School-Student Holiday/Teacher Workday, Lunar New Year

January 30: Third Quarter Begins

February 6: Spelling Bee

February 13: PTA Meeting & Chili Cook Off-7:00pm; Library (In-person & Virtual)

February 17: No School- Presidents’ Day

February 22: PTA Ice Skating Event

February 24: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends,

Welcome back and Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed the winter break and that our Cubbies are having fun on the snow days to kick off 2025. We look forward to hearing about their snowy adventures as soon as we return to school!

Our custodial team has been hard at work clearing our sidewalks and parking lots in preparation for our Cubbies and staff to safely return. We are grateful for their efforts to keep our school clean and safe. 

As we turn the page to this new year, we hope each of our Cubbies have a year filled with success and joy. So, let’s hold onto this energy, let’s be fearless in our learning, kind in our interactions, and unwavering in our belief in each other. Together, we can make this year something truly extraordinary. 

With warmest wishes,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Westfield Pyramid Kindness Shirts

Westfield Pyramid Schools are committed to promoting kindness, empathy, and inclusion. Schools will celebrate Kindness Week in February and we invite all students and staff in the Westfield Pyramid to wear their “We Choose Kindness” shirts signifying a personal commitment to choosing kindness.

We are offering short-sleeve shirts and hooded sweatshirts in black with white and pink ink. Why pink? The color is based on an anti-bullying campaign started by Travis Price and David Shepherd, who took a stand for a fellow student who was bullied for wearing a pink shirt to school.

Orders are due by January 15th and items will be delivered to your child’s classroom. If you would like to purchase, please scan the QR code to order online via the PTA Store, click the link below to get a PDF version of the paper form, or wait for a paper form to come home with your student(s) once we return to school.

Return paper forms to Kristen Buesing (School Counselor) with any checks made out to Cub Run PTA. We will not be accepting any payment after January 15th. 

Kindness Shirt Paper Order Form 2025

 

Principals' Walking Club 

Our first Principals’ Walking Club of 2025 is on Friday, January 17 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charm for attending. We hope to see you on January 17!

Positivity Project

This week, our school community will focus on the character strength of Optimism. Optimism means that you expect the best from the future and work to achieve it.

Optimistic people have hope and confidence about the future. They believe good things will come and stay positive even when faced with challenges. They turn obstacles into steps toward their goals.

Optimism isn't just seeing the world through rose-colored glasses. It's about focusing on the good in any situation, staying open to opportunities, and managing emotions. Optimistic people make great leaders and can inspire others with their positive outlook and ability to find meaning in difficult times.

To practice and encourage the character strength of optimism at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support! 

PTA News Bingo Night FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• Dual Language Immersion Lottery Registration
• Be Among the First to Hear About Closings/Delays
• Fall 2024 Sports Champions

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.   

Winter Special Education & 504 Newsletter

The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:

• Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
• Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
• SEL Screener Results
• New Accessibility Resources
• Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
• Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
• VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
• Executive Functioning Webinars
• Early Literacy Resources
• ESY and Assessment Webinar
• COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options

Family Resource Center Webinars and FCPS Family Academy

Free Webinars and Events for Families

In January, the Family Resource Center (FRC) will host webinars for families on:

• Overcoming School Refusal and Resistance
• Virtual Meeting for Siblings of Children with Special Needs
• FCPS Math Week
• Supporting Your Child’s Executive Functioning Skills
• Depression in Teens
• Understanding Trauma in Your Child/Comprendiedo el Trauma en su Hijo (presented in Spanish)

Sign up for the FRC newsletter or visit their webinar webpage.

ST Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish. 

To learn more about Family Math Nights, check out this video. 

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
Main Phone: 703.633.7500 | Web | Twitter

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Spirit Week! Cubbies rocking "Dress like a snowman" and "Mad about Plaid" days!

Our Cubbies enjoying Gratitude Graffiti at lunch after reaching our school-wide goal of 2,250 C.A.R.E.S. tickets!

Upcoming Dates

December 16-20: Winter Spirit Week

December 23-January 3: Winter Break

December 25: Religious/Cultural Observance: Christmas, First Day of Hanukkah

January 6: School Resumes, Religious/Cultural Observance: Three Kings Day/Epiphany

January 7: Religious/Cultural Observance: Orthodox Christmas

January 17: PTA Bingo Night

January 20: No School-Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Inauguration Day

January 28: Second Quarter Ends

January 29: No School-Student Holiday/Teacher Workday, Lunar New Year

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Students, Families and Friends,

Winter break is almost here, and we couldn't be more excited for our entire school community to dive into a season of joy, rest, and rejuvenation.

This year, as we learn, grow, and explore together, our students have filled our classrooms with laughter, creativity, and a thirst for knowledge. From our youngest Cubbies in preschool to our sixth graders, every one of you has brought something special to our school family.

Remember, even though the school doors are closed, the spirit of learning and community never sleeps. Read a book under the twinkling lights, build a fort of pillows and blankets, or try a new recipe with your family. Every moment is a chance to explore, create, and connect.

And when the new year arrives, come back to us refreshed, recharged, and ready to fill our classrooms with even more wonder and excitement. We can't wait to see you all again!

Until then, have a safe, healthy, and truly magical winter break! We look forward to welcoming our Cubbies and families back in the new year!

Warmly,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Winter Spirit Week-December 16-20 Principals’ Walking Club

Our last Principals’ Walking Club of 2024 is on Friday, December 20 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charm for attending. We hope to see you on December 20!

2024-25 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards

All of our Cub Run teachers and staff are incredible and we are grateful for their efforts and dedication to our school community every day. Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations for our Outstanding Employee Awards. We were able to honor our award nominees and winners last week. The following are our winners for this year:

• Outstanding Teacher: Stephanie McWhirt, First Grade Teacher
• Outstanding Teacher Nominees: Kelly Dent, Eunice Lee, Brittany Linovitz, Tamara Nagle, Theresia Scoville, Allison Willis

• Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee – Jann Canestra, Instructional Assistant

We are incredibly fortunate to have these talented and committed staff members as part of our Cub Run family! Please join us in congratulating our outstanding employees at Cub Run!

Winter Break & the Cub Run Office

As a reminder, there will be no school from Monday, December 23, to Friday, January 3, 2025, for winter break.

We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year. Classes will resume on Monday, January 6, 2025.

The Cub Run Main Office will be closed over the winter break. If a need arises over the break, please contact Melissa Miller, Principal, at [email protected].

Students and Staff will resume normal school hours on Monday, January 6, 2025.

If there is an emergency or security concern over the winter break, please contact FCPS School Security at 571-423-2000. 

Positivity Project

This week, our school continues to focus on the character strength of Gratitude. Gratitude means being aware of and grateful for good things that happen.

Gratitude is about feeling and showing thankfulness. It helps us see the good in others and in the world. People with gratitude are ready to appreciate and return kindness. Expert Robert Emmons says gratitude strengthens relationships because it makes us recognize how others support us.

Out of all 24 character strengths, gratitude is the single best predictor of individual well-being. It is linked to more energy, empathy, happiness, and optimism. The good news is that gratitude can be practiced and strengthened like a muscle. The more we practice it, the more benefits we get.

To practice and encourage this strength at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

PTA News Bingo Night FCPS News Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

We often notice more empty seats in our classrooms as winter break approaches. This year, let's work together to nurture a rock-solid attendance habit. Every hour of every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. 

A big thank you to:

• 🌟 Students who show up every day and the parents/caregivers supporting them.
• 👩‍🏫 Teachers who create a welcoming environment for learning.
• 👨‍💼 Administrators who provide a safe and engaging place to grow.
• 👏 Bus drivers, support staff, and volunteers who lend a helping hand to all our learners.

If you or your child need support, please reach out to our school social worker or family liaison. If your child is not feeling well, please refer to the When Should I Keep My Child Home? webpage for guidance. 

There will be no school from Monday, December 23 to Monday, January 6, 2024, for winter break. Classes will resume on Monday, January 6. 

Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.

We understand that it may be inconvenient to walk to the crosswalk, but not doing so puts our students at risk. By modeling responsible behavior and using the crosswalk with the crossing guard or police officer, we can create a safer environment for everyone. Please discuss the importance of crosswalk safety with your child and encourage them to always use the designated paths. Your support and partnership in this matter is greatly appreciated.

Winter Special Education & 504 Newsletter

The latest issue of the FCPS Special Education and 504 Newsletter is available online. Topics in this issue include:

• Community Resources for Families of Students with Disabilities
• Save the Date: 2025 Family Summit
• SEL Screener Results
• New Accessibility Resources
• Adapted Physical Education and Recreation Program
• Why Some Students with Disabilities Stay in FCPS Until Age 22
• VR Programs Supports Out-of-State Post Secondary Schools
• Executive Functioning Webinars
• Early Literacy Resources
• ESY and Assessment Webinar
• COVID-19 Compensatory Education: FCPS Service Delivery Options

Winter Resources

Student and Family Resources

Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.

School’s Closed, Learning Can Continue! 

FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during winter break and snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your students during winter break or weather-related school closures. 

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

Christmas

A very Merry Christmas to those in our community who celebrate! Christmas is an annual holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth, the person who stands at the heart of the Christian tradition. It is celebrated in many unique ways across the U.S. and the world, most commonly by the joyous giving of gifts. Learn more about Christmas.

Chanukah

Chanukah, an 8-day Festival of Lights, is a Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple and the miracle of a small quantity of oil that lit the Temple’s menorah for 8 days. This year, Chanukah begins at sundown on Wednesday, December 25. See the complete school year calendar.

Winter Break

As a reminder, winter break will be held Monday, December 23, to Friday, January 3. To help make sure you and your children have a restful break, we have asked that no homework be assigned during this time. Teachers may assign long-range assignments in the weeks ahead of the break, allowing students to practice time management skills, but no assignments will be due immediately following the break. We look forward to welcoming students back in the new year. Classes resume on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025. See the complete school year calendar.

ST Family Math Week

MIND Research is hosting family math week January 13 - January 17, 2025. During that time, students are encouraged to log onto the FCPS Family Math website to engage in math activities with their families at home that include stories with mathematical concepts connected to a variety of different math games from around the world. All activities are available in English and Spanish. 

To learn more about Family Math Nights, check out this video. We hope that all schools will help spread the word and work collaboratively to help us reach our goal of logging on for three million minutes as an FCPS community.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• Course Selection for Middle and High School Students
• Join Our Teacher Team!
• Comprehensive Boundary Review Updates

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Reminders Safety Reminder for Arrival & Dismissal

We are seeing an increase again in unsafe actions on Sully Station Drive and our bus loop during our arrival and dismissal procedures. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the morning or picking up at dismissal, please utilize our Kiss and Ride/Car Rider line to safely drop off or pick up students. When dropping off at Kiss and Ride, please remain in your cars so all students can exit their vehicles safely and in a timely manner. If you are parking and walking, please park near our crosswalk and utilize the crosswalk that is supported by our amazing crossing guard and use our sidewalks to walk to door 4.  

Unfortunately, we are seeing students walk/run across Sully Station Drive where there is no crosswalk and we are concerned about our students and families. There is also a safety concern when parking along Sully Station Drive and walking through our bus loop. Please utilize sidewalks because our buses are arriving or departing with our students. 

If students arrive after 8:40am, please walk them into door 1 to be checked in at the main office.

Thank you for your partnership in utilizing our procedures to ensure a safe arrival and dismissal for our school community. 

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
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Upcoming Dates

December 12: PTA Meeting and Cookie Swap-In-person & Virtual; 7:00PM

December 16-20: Winter Spirit Week

December 15: Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

December 23-January 3: Winter Break

December 25: Religious/Cultural Observance: Christmas, First Day of Hanukkah

January 6: School Resumes, Religious/Cultural Observance: Three Kings Day/Epiphany

January 7: Religious/Cultural Observance: Orthodox Christmas

Cubbie News Winter Spirit Week-December 16-20 Donations Needed to Help Spread Winter Cheer to our Cub Run Staff

Please help us appreciate our exceptional staff this winter season as we celebrate 10 days of winter cheer! We are grateful for any support. Please review the available slots here and click on the button to sign up. The items can be dropped off in the main office or brought in by your student prior to the date on the specific item. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Melissa, principal. Thank you for helping us spread some winter cheer throughout the halls of Cub Run!

Safety Reminder for Arrival & Dismissal

We are seeing an increase again in unsafe actions on Sully Station Drive and our bus loop during our arrival and dismissal procedures. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the morning or picking up at dismissal, please utilize our Kiss and Ride/Car Rider line to safely drop off or pick up students. If you are parking and walking, please park near our crosswalk and utilize the crosswalk that is supported by our amazing crossing guard and use our sidewalks to walk to door 4.  

Unfortunately, we are seeing students walk/run across Sully Station Drive where there is no crosswalk and we are concerned about our students and families. There is also a safety concern when parking along Sully Station Drive and walking through our bus loop. Please utilize sidewalks because our buses are arriving or departing with our students. 

Thank you for your partnership in utilizing our procedures to ensure a safe arrival and dismissal for our school community. 

Reminder: Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker  no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection by emailing Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker at [email protected]. 

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall. 

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

Positivity Project

This week and next week, our school is focused on the character strength of Gratitude. Gratitude means being aware of and grateful for good things that happen.

Gratitude is about feeling and showing thankfulness. It helps us see the good in others and in the world. People with gratitude are ready to appreciate and return kindness. Expert Robert Emmons says gratitude strengthens relationships because it makes us recognize how others support us.

Out of all 24 character strengths, gratitude is the single best predictor of individual well-being. It is linked to more energy, empathy, happiness, and optimism. The good news is that gratitude can be practiced and strengthened like a muscle. The more we practice it, the more benefits we get.

To practice and encourage this strength at home, please visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

Thank you for your support!

Webinar- Protecting Kids Against Digital Exploitation: Keeping Kids Safe Online

December 13, 2024, from 10-11:30 a.m. Register Here

Join us for this important webinar presented jointly by Fairfax County Schools, the Fairfax County Police Department, the Department of Justice, and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

Webinar Highlights:

• What is Sextortion?
• What are FCPS and FCPD seeing in relation to sextortion?
• How can families help prevent their kids from becoming victims?
• How should families respond if their child was victimized?

PTA News General Meeting & Cookie Swap

Don't forget to join us for our General Meeting and Cookie Swap on December 12th at 7pm in the school library. This is a great opportunity to meet other parents, share holiday cheer, and learn about upcoming events. Please bring your favorite holiday cookies to share.

Bingo Night FCPS News Middle School Start Time Study

⏰ Update on Potential Changes to Middle School Start Times

At Tuesday’s School Board work session, staff from Prismatic Services, Inc., presented options for adjusting start times at FCPS middle schools. As a reminder, Prismatic is charged with developing an action plan to help the School Board reach its goal of starting middle school at or after 8 a.m.

The presentation includes five options for adjusting middle school start times based on the consultant’s analysis from community forums, surveys, and interviews with staff, parents, associations, and other groups. The School Board will provide next steps to the superintendent.

Watch a video of the work session. Visit the Middle School Start Times webpage for more information on the project.

FCPS News

In case you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:

• Family Academy Orientation
• Literacy Resources
• Winter Programs and Activities

Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.  

Winter Resources from Fairfax County Government Agencies

• Food Assistance and Resource Guide

Food insecurity impacts more than 96,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Learn how to help these families and the many resources available to support those who need food assistance on Fairfax County’s website or view the county’s Human Services Resource Guide.

• 📚 Bundle Up With Books Over Break

Fairfax County Public Library’s (FCPL) winter reading adventure has begun and will continue through Friday, January 31, 2025. Visit your local FCPL library branch or visit their website to register and get a sneak peek at the prizes being offered.

Check out their Winter Reading Events webpage to learn about laser tag, movie nights, crafting sessions, Noon-Year Eve celebrations, and book discussions.

• ⛄ Get Outdoors for Winter Fun!

The Fairfax County Park Authority has rounded up its seasonal fun into a handy list of events happening across the county. 

Learn more about the Winter Wonderland and the Holiday Train at Burke Lake Park, Holiday on the Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park, and many more fun events.

Reminders Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care. You can also reach out to a member of Cub Run’s Clinical Team for assistance by calling the main office. 

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

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Cubbies' "Twin/Multiple" Spirit Day!

Thanksgiving lunch for Cubbies and their families/friends!

Cubbies in third grade finished up their science unit on water by making water filters in class and making posters to teach others how they can conserve water.

Upcoming Dates

December 9: Elementary Early Release Monday-Dismiss at 12:25PM

December 12: PTA Meeting-In-person & Virtual; 7:00PM

December 16-20: Winter Spirit Week

December 15: Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

December 23-January 3: Winter Break

December 25: Religious/Cultural Observance: Christmas, First Day of Hanukkah

January 6: School Resumes, Religious/Cultural Observance: Three Kings Day/Epiphany

January 7: Religious/Cultural Observance: Orthodox Christmas

Cubbie News Calendar Reminder: Early Release Monday-December 9

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, December 9. We will dismiss at 12:25pm. Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure (staying or leaving at the early release) as you indicated for the last early release in October.

Thank you for completing the previous Google forms to communicate your dismissal plans for September and October. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan from October for December 9, please use this updated form by Wednesday, December 4.  If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Preparing for Winter Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it! Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. 

Be sure to plan for the winter season. Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE, bookmark the FCPS website, and arrange for childcare if needed.

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

We will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories which may prevent children from being outside. Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance supplying your child with cold-weather clothing, please call Fairfax County's Coordinated Services Planning at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care. You can also reach out to a member of Cub Run’s Clinical Team for assistance by calling the main office. 

Donations Needed to Help Spread Winter Cheer to our Cub Run Staff!

Please help us appreciate our exceptional staff this winter season as we celebrate 10 days of winter cheer! We are grateful for any support. Please review the available slots here and click on the button to sign up. The items can be dropped off in the main office or brought in by your student prior to the date on the specific item. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Miller, principal. Thank you for helping us spread some winter cheer throughout the halls of Cub Run!

 

Reminder: Window for Full-Time AAP Referrals Closes on December 15, 2024

Parents/guardians of students in Grades 2-7 who would like their student to be considered for Full-Time advanced academic programs may submit the AAP Full-Time Referral Form to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker  no later than December 15, 2024. 

The window for families to submit a referral for Full-Time AAP services is the first day of school through December 15, annually.  Forms for Full-Time and part-time referrals are available on the AAP Forms Page. No late referrals for Full-Time AAP services will be accepted. 

Submitting a referral form for Full-Time AAP will initiate a process that begins at the local school and is then completed at the central office level. Our school will put together a portfolio that includes multiple data which are considered holistically. At the central office level, a committee of six trained professionals from various schools and roles will review the portfolio materials to determine eligibility for Full-Time placement.  Eligibility decisions are communicated by early April. Parents may request a copy of the portfolio that was submitted after they have been turned in for central selection by emailing Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker at [email protected]. 

Referrals for Subject-Specific and Part-Time AAP are screened at the local school. If you miss this deadline, your student can still be screened for Subject-Specific AAP or Part-Time AAP for the remainder of the year and submit a referral for Full-Time AAP next fall. 

For more information, please visit the Advanced Academic Programs website.

Winter Spirit Week-December 16-20 PTA News

Sign Up Genius link HERE 

FCPS News Social and Emotional Learning Screener Results

One of the ways FCPS supports the mental wellness of all students is through the Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener. In October, students in grades 3-12 took this screener, which gives information about their skills such as achieving goals, handling emotions, building relationships with adults and peers, and making good choices. 

The screener also helps students evaluate their school community’s efforts to make them feel valued, included, and supported. Screener data is used to create learning, experiences, and environments for students to succeed.

In early December, families will be able to view student SEL Screener results in SIS ParentVUE. For families who do not have an active ParentVUE account, results will be sent by mail.

Learn more about the screener on the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage. For help understanding your child’s results or ideas to support them at home, review the Family Guide or contact us. 

Register for ParentVUELearn how to activate your ParentVUE account, so you can easily access your child’s results and other helpful information.

Curriculum Resources for Families

Want to learn more about what your child is learning at school? Check out these two resources:

Family-Facing Curriculum: Find the standards of learning (SOL). This site describes the expectations for student learning, assessment and achievement in grades K-12.

Literacy Resources for Families : Find information about Reading and Writing Home resources including alphabet knowledge, fluency, comprehension and vocabulary.  

National Special Education Day was December 2

National Special Education Day is recognized each year on Dec. 2 and commemorates President Gerald Ford’s signing of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in 1975. We celebrate our teachers and staff who serve and support our students receiving special education services, as well as our families who are partners in the education and support of those students! 

Learn more about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Bodhi Day is Sunday, December 8

Bodhi day is the Buddhist holiday that commemorates the day that the historical Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama (Shakyamuni), experienced enlightenment, also known as bodhi in Sanskrit and Pali.

Special Education Resources for Families

Fairfax County Public Schools has the following resources available to help assist families of students with special needs. 

• The Office of Special Education Procedural Support helps staff, families, and students with the implementation of and compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as amended. 

• The Family Resource Center (FRC) offers free webinars, consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities. Sign up for the FRC newsletter. Contact the FRC at [email protected] or call 703-204-2941.

• Kathy Murphy, the assistant ombuds for special education, provides information and support to caregivers and students regarding special education and Section 504 services. Contact the Ombuds Office by submitting a question, calling 571-423-4014, or emailing [email protected]. 

Additionally, the Virginia Department of Education has updated the Virginia Family's Guide to Special Education. This state guide was developed to help those involved in special education including families, teachers, school administrators, advocates, and  students.

Reminders Handwashing

It's important to remind our children about the importance of practicing good hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette. These simple practices can significantly reduce the spread of germs, particularly during the winter season when gatherings and travel increase.

Key Reminders:

• Wash Hands Frequently: Encourage students to wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating, after using the restroom, and after blowing their nose, coughing, or sneezing.  
• Use Hand Sanitizer: When soap and water are not readily available, provide access to alcohol-based hand sanitizers with at least 60% alcohol content.
• Cover Coughs and Sneezes: Remind students to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue or their elbow when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of tissues properly in a wastebasket and wash their hands.
• Avoid Touching Face: Discourage students from touching their eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. 

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

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Congratulations to our Cubbies for earning their school wide C.A.R.E.S. incentive and earning "Bring Your Stuffed Animal Day!"

Upcoming Dates

November 18-22: PTA Fall Book Fair

November 21: Thanksgiving Lunch-All Grade Levels-Families Invited

November 22: SCA Spirit Day: Twin/Multiple Day

November 22: PTA Family Game Night; 6:00PM

November 25: Picture Retakes

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday-No School

December 9: Elementary Early Release Monday-Dismiss at 12:25PM

December 12: PTA Meeting-In-person & Virtual; 7:00PM

December 15: Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

December 23-January 3: Winter Break

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends, 

We are celebrating Family Engagement Month in November. We recognize that our families are children’s first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Family engagement is a shared responsibility between home, school, and the community. We appreciate the partnership that we have with our families and our PTA. Thank you to our outstanding PTA for our school-wide pizza lunch on Tuesday. Our Cubbies enjoyed it!

As we approach this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to express our deepest appreciation for the unwavering support and generosity of our incredible community. We were filled with joy to welcome so many parents and families to our Veterans Day events and are looking forward to seeing many families at our Thanksgiving Luncheon and PTA Family Game Night on Friday. We hope you will be able to join one of these wonderful opportunities to connect with one another, foster a sense of belonging, and create lasting memories as part of our school community. Together, We Belong.  

As we gather with our families and friends, let us take a moment to reflect on what we are thankful for this season. We are incredibly thankful for each of you and are honored to be a part of such a caring and supportive community. Our next community message will be on Wednesday, December 4. We look forward to welcoming our Cubbies back after the break next week on Monday, December 2.

With much gratitude,

Melissa Miller & Nausheen Haider

Save the Date: Thanksgiving Lunch-November 21

We look forward to having you join us for our annual Thanksgiving lunch on November 21 during your child’s lunch. We will be sharing the schedule soon.

Adult lunch: $4.75

Student lunch: $3.75

How to pay: Please load the funds onto your student’s lunch account via My School Bucks by November 19. (It takes 24 hours for funds to be loaded)

All visitors must have their ID to check in.

SCA Spirit Day

Our SCA organizes multiple spirit days a year, typically the last Friday of each month. November 22 will be “Twin/Multiple Day.” Grab a friend or a group to dress alike and show your school spirit!

SCA Toy Drive

Cub Run’s SCA is holding a toy drive this week Nov 18-22. Bring new, unwrapped toys to the bin in the lobby! Toys donated will directly benefit our school and community via holiday assistance programs. Please help us reach our goal of at least 100 toys!

Thanksgiving

Schools and offices will be closed Wednesday, November 27, through Friday, November 29. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2. See the complete school year calendar.

Calendar Reminder: Early Release Monday-December 9

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, December 9. We will dismiss at 12:25pm.

Your child will follow the same dismissal procedure (staying or leaving at the early release) as you indicated for the last early release in October.

Thank you for completing the previous Google forms to communicate your dismissal plans for September and October. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan from October for December 9, please use this updated form. If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Thank you!

 

PTA News PTA Family Game Night PTA Meetings and Contact  Information FCPS News Boundary Review Community Meeting

Community meetings regarding FCPS’ comprehensive boundary review will take place in each of the division's six regions. You are encouraged to attend the meeting in our region, which will take place on Monday, December 2, 6:30-8 p.m., at Westfield High School Cafeteria. 

Please register in advance by clicking on the date. Language interpretation will be available. 

If you are unable to attend on this date, view the full list of meetings on the Comprehensive School Boundary Review webpage. 

Reminders Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

Advanced Academic Programs Full-Time Referral Form and optional materials (parent/guardian questionnaire/2 work samples from home) for students in Grade 2 who are not Universal Screener referral candidates and students in Grades 3–7 is due to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker by December 15th, 2024. You can email forms as a PDF, JPG, or send in a paper copy. If you have any questions, reach out to Naomi Egerton Baker at [email protected]. 

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
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Toy Drive November 18-22

Cub Run’s SCA will be sponsoring our annual school-wide toy drive the week of November 18 - 22. Bring new, unwrapped toys to the bin in the lobby! Toys can be for a variety of ages preschool through teen. Toys donated will directly benefit our school and community via holiday assistance programs. Please help us reach our goal of at least 100 toys!

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Our second grade Cubbies led family and friends in a concert that honored Veteran family and community members.

Angel and Stitch visited Mrs. Nokovich's class!  

Upcoming Dates

November 13: Progress Reports in Wednesday Folders

November 15: School-wide Stuffed Animal Day (C.A.R.E.S Incentive Achieved)

November 18-22: PTA Fall Book Fair

November 20: Virtual Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Preview Night

November 21: Thanksgiving Lunch, National Family Engagement Day

November 22: SCA Spirit Day: Twin/Multiple Day

November 22: PTA Family Game Night; 6:00PM

November 25: Picture Retakes

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday-No School

December 9: Elementary Early Release Monday-Dismiss at 12:25PM

December 12: PTA Meeting-In-person & Virtual; 7:00PM

December 15: Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends, 

We would like to express our appreciation to our school community for your support in honoring our veterans during our assemblies last Friday. It was truly inspiring to watch our second graders and fifth and sixth grade chorus students perform patriotic songs with such enthusiasm. Your presence and participation made these events more meaningful. We are grateful for the service and sacrifices of the veterans and their families in our school community. Thank you to our incredible staff who made this special event a memorable one for our students, staff, and families.

In recognition of National School Psychology Week, we want to highlight the outstanding work of our school psychologist, Stephanie Harris, and all she does to support our students, staff, and families. We are thankful for her efforts and dedication to our Cub Run community. Learn more from the National Association of School Psychologists.

As we look ahead in November, we look forward to welcoming families to our annual Thanksgiving lunch. This event is a wonderful opportunity to come together and celebrate the spirit of gratitude. We are also excited for our upcoming PTA family game night and hope to see you all there!

Thank you once again for your continued support and partnership. 

With much gratitude,

Melissa Miller & Nausheen Haider

Stuffy (Stuffed Animal) Day- November 15

Our Cubbies have earned another school-wide C.A.R.E.S. incentive by achieving 2,250 tickets. Way to go, Cubbies! Our stuffed animal day is this Friday, November 15. Stuffed Animals should be able to fit inside student backpacks.

School-Wide Pizza Lunch-November 19

Congratulations to our Cubbies for reaching their collection goal in our Cub Run and Read-a-thon! To celebrate, our Cub Run PTA will be sponsoring a pizza lunch for all students on Tuesday, November 19.

Students will still have the option to purchase lunch from the cafeteria or bring their lunch from home. 

Lost & Found

Missing a jacket, sweater, or some type of accessory item? Please have your child check our lost and found items in the coat closets near Door 4.

Parents and caregivers who wish to stop by and look, please bring your photo ID and sign in with the office between the hours of 9:00am - 2:00pm or after school between 3:30-4:00pm.

All items not claimed by Thursday, November 14 will be donated.

Thanksgiving Lunch-Thurs. November 21

We look forward to having you join us for our annual Thanksgiving lunch on November 21 during your child’s lunch. We will be sharing the schedule soon.

Adult lunch: $4.75

Student lunch: $3.75

How to pay: Please load the funds onto your student’s lunch account via My School Bucks by November 19. (It takes 24 hours for funds to be loaded.)

All visitors must have their ID to check in.

PTA Family Game Night Positivity Project

This week, our school is focused on the character strength of Creativity. Creativity means coming up with new and original ways to think about and do things.

Creative people see the world differently. They are open to new experiences and think independently. They come up with many ideas and pursue them with energy and enthusiasm. Creativity takes courage because sharing original ideas can sometimes lead to criticism.

Creativity is vital to our world! Creative solutions can help resolve conflicts and find compromises that satisfy everyone involved, strengthening relationships. It helps us solve tough problems, create new things, and see the world in fresh ways. Examples include treatments for deadly illnesses, such as cancer, the invention of the cell phone, and the development of solar panels. Imagine life without Impressionist paintings or the creation of airplanes and rocket ships.

To encourage creativity with your child at home, visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

PTA News Cub Run PTA Grants & Scholarships

The PTA board recently approved a handful of teacher grants.  These grants are made possible through money from the PTA.

• Calming Corner Counseling Grant- New supplies will be purchased to replenish classroom calming corner materials. This includes fidgets, manipulatives, curricula, and a large bulletin board for the hallway.
• Lego Education SPIKE essential kit- 6 additional kits will be purchased for the STEAM and AART program for use in classrooms.
• Mentor Program- Experienced teachers and novice teachers meet regularly to ensure novice teachers are receiving the support they need.  Snacks and other materials have been purchased for this important group of teachers.
• Save the Books- A new ThermoBind machine and glue supplies were ordered to repair damaged library books, allowing books to remain in circulation longer.
• SCA Cubbie Compass Crew “helping new students find their way”- Students who are new to Cub Run will receive a t-shirt, pencil, stickers and bookmarks.
• Storywalk- Have you stopped by the Cub Run campus to take a story walk yet?  The current book is called “Lost”.  The PTA purchased 4 more books for the walk, so that the story may be changed throughout the year.  Visit the Cub Run Elementary Facebook page to see a great video that highlights the storywalk.
• Photography Club- New cameras will be purchased for the photography club.  This club is responsible for a majority of the images included in the school yearbook.

FCPS News National Family Engagement Month

This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success. 

FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.

If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives. 

Boundary Review Community Meetings Start This Month

As a reminder, FCPS has started the process of reviewing school boundaries across the division. This important work will help the district better support student population growth, changes in school capacity, and evolving community needs. Community input is vital to this process. With that in mind, FCPS, in partnership with Thru Consulting, will be hosting a series of community meetings in each of FCPS’ six regions. Participants are encouraged to share their thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the boundary review process.

Please visit FCPS’ website for meeting dates, locations, and other information. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.

IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair

Parents/caregivers, school staff, and students over the age of 14 are invited to attend an interactive event celebrating the individualized education program (IEP) process. The IEP Palooza and Community Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, November 16, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at Jackson Middle School. 

The event is sponsored by Fairfax County Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA). Activities include simulated IEP meetings, break-out sessions on the various parts of an IEP, and a resource fair to learn more about community supports. Register in advance. 

Services for Hearing-Impaired and Visually-Impaired Students

Students with sensory disabilities require specialized services and support to access instruction that is typically presented visually and auditorily (by means of hearing). FCPS provides educational services to students who are deaf, hearing-impaired, or visually impaired. They are supported in various settings, including at their school or through itinerant specialists who travel to different schools to work with students, rather than being based in a single school. Learn more about Services for Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Services for Students Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired.

Visit the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) website for Resources for Serving Students with Sensory Disabilities.

Tutoring Resources for Families

Is your family looking for resources to help support your child’s academic success? FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC) maintains a list of district employees who hold a valid Virginia teaching credential and who are available to be hired as a tutor by parents. FRC maintains this list, but families are responsible for contacting and working directly with tutors. This list is not “approved” by FCPS and is only meant as a resource.

FCPS also partners with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors' services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests.

✨ FCPS’ 2023-30 Strategic Plan Goal 3: Academic Growth and Excellence, reminds us of our commitment to supporting each and every student and helping them meet or exceed high academic standards.

Reminders Nominations are now open for 2024-2025 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!

To submit a nomination for a Cub Run Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form. You may nominate one employee or multiple. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a short paragraph about how the employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria for that category.

Outstanding Teacher

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)                       

Outstanding Leader 

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

Common positions in this category: Assistant Principals

Outstanding Professional Employee 

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor. Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs, and Reading Specialists.

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, Parent Liaison

Please Note: The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 15.

If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Sisk at [email protected] 

Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Preview Night - November 20

Students in grades K-6 participate in Family Life Education (FLE) instruction. Students in Kindergarten through grade three receive instruction in an emotional and social health unit. For more information about FCPS' Family Life Education program, please see the detailed descriptions here. In addition, grade level-specific curriculum lessons are available for review in Schoology. To find those lessons, log into your Schoology account with your SIS login.

Parents/guardians who do not wish to have their child participate in FLE instruction may choose to opt their child out of any or all of the lessons. If you would like to opt your child out of one or more lessons, please fill out the opt out forms online here. If you have already indicated your desire to opt your child out of FLE lessons in ParentVue, you do not need to complete another form. 

A virtual parent preview night will be held on Wednesday, November 20 from 6:30 - 7:30 (link will be sent out via an e-Notify email).

SCA Spirit Day- November 22 

Our SCA organizes multiple spirit days a year, typically the last Friday of each month. November 22 will be “Twin/Multiple Day.” Grab a friend or a group to dress alike and show your school spirit!

Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

Advanced Academic Programs Full-Time Referral Form and optional materials (parent/guardian questionnaire/2 work samples from home) for students in Grade 2 who are not Universal Screener referral candidates and students in Grades 3–7 is due to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker by December 15th, 2024. You can email forms as a PDF, JPG, or send in a paper copy. If you have any questions, reach out to Naomi Egerton Baker at [email protected]. 

Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

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Cubbies dressed up for Storybook Character Day. Can you identify any of our storybook characters captured here?

Upcoming Dates

November 8: Principal’s Walking Club-8:05am & Honoring Our Veterans

November 11: Veterans Day-No School

November 12: First Quarter Grades available on ParentVue

November 13: Progress Reports in Wednesday Folders

November 15: School-wide Stuffed Animal Day (C.A.R.E.S Incentive Achieved)

November 15-22: PTA Fall Book Fair

November 20: Virtual Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Preview Night

November 21: Thanksgiving Lunch, National Family Engagement Day

November 22: SCA Spirit Day: Twin/Multiple Day

November 22: PTA Family Game Night; 6:00PM

November 25: Picture Retakes

November 27-29: Thanksgiving Holiday-No School

December 9: Elementary Early Release Monday-Dismiss at 12:25PM

December 12: PTA Meeting-In-person & Virtual; 7:00PM

December 15: Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

Cubbie News To Honor Our Veterans-November 8

On November 8, we would like to invite all Veterans and community members to join us for our Veterans Day assemblies featuring a musical performance by our Cub Run chorus and 2nd grade students.

The performances will be from 9:00 - 9:45 for students in gr. 4-6 and 2:15 - 3:00 for students in preK-3.

We would like to acknowledge all of the Veterans in our Cub Run community as we are grateful for their bravery and service to our country. 

We also invite each grade level to wear red, white or blue to honor our veterans. Please see below for each grade level’s color.

Preschool: Red

Kindergarten: White

First Grade: Blue

Second Grade (our performers): Coch: Red, Jensen: White, Lee: Blue

Third Grade: Red

Fourth Grade: White

Fifth Grade: Blue

Sixth Grade: Red

Principal’s Walking Club

Friday, November 8 will be our next Principal’s Walking Club from 8:05-8:25 am! Students are invited to Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Haider on the back fields or in the gym (depending on weather) for a morning walk to start the day off strong!

All visitors must have their ID to check in.

Lost & Found

Our Lost and Found is getting a little crowded already this year.  While students have an opportunity to stop by daily to see if they have a missing item to retrieve, we wanted to share a picture for parents to see if you spot a familiar item as well.  All items not claimed by Thursday, November 14 will be donated.

If you wish to stop by and look for yourself, please bring your photo ID and sign in with the office between the hours of 9:00am - 2:00pm or after school between 3:30-4:00pm. 

Family Life Education (FLE) Parent Preview Night

Students in grades K-6 participate in Family Life Education (FLE) instruction. Students in Kindergarten through grade three receive instruction in an emotional and social health unit. For more information about FCPS' Family Life Education program, please see the detailed descriptions here. In addition, grade level-specific curriculum lessons are available for review in Schoology. To find those lessons, log into your Schoology account with your SIS login.

Parents/guardians who do not wish to have their child participate in FLE instruction may choose to opt their child out of any or all of the lessons. If you would like to opt your child out of one or more lessons, please fill out the opt out forms online here. If you have already indicated your desire to opt your child out of FLE lessons in ParentVue, you do not need to complete another form. 

A virtual parent preview night will be held on Wednesday, November 20 from 6:30 - 7:30 (link will be sent out via an e-Notify email).

SCA Spirit Day

Our SCA organizes multiple spirit days a year, typically the last Friday of each month. November 22 will be “Twin/Multiple Day.” Grab a friend or a group to dress alike and show your school spirit!

Advanced Academics Program Full-time Referral Deadline

Advanced Academic Programs Full-Time Referral Form and optional materials (parent/guardian questionnaire/2 work samples from home) for students in Grade 2 who are not Universal Screener referral candidates and students in Grades 3–7 is due to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART)  Naomi Egerton Baker by December 15th, 2024. You can email forms as a PDF, JPG, or send in a paper copy. If you have any questions, reach out to Naomi Egerton Baker at [email protected]. 

Positivity Project

Next week, our school will focus on the character strength of Creativity. Creativity means coming up with new and original ways to think about and do things.

Creative people see the world differently. They are open to new experiences and think independently. They come up with many ideas and pursue them with energy and enthusiasm. Creativity takes courage because sharing original ideas can sometimes lead to criticism.

Creativity is vital to our world! Creative solutions can help resolve conflicts and find compromises that satisfy everyone involved, strengthening relationships. It helps us solve tough problems, create new things, and see the world in fresh ways. Examples include treatments for deadly illnesses, such as cancer, the invention of the cell phone, and the development of solar panels. Imagine life without Impressionist paintings or the creation of airplanes and rocket ships.

To encourage creativity with your child at home, visit The Positivity Project’s mobile-friendly P2 for Families (available in English and Spanish), where you will watch a video together and discuss a quote and three questions. Below are links to this week’s P2 for Families lessons. Click on the grade level that best meets your child’s needs.

Pre-K–K

Grades 1–2

Grades 3–5

Grades 6–8

Grades 9–12

 

FCPS News National Family Engagement Month

This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. Strong family support is vital to student well-being and success. 

FCPS has many resources designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth.

If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison or visit FCPS’ website for a list of region representatives. 

Native American Heritage Month

Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native Americans. It is also a time to raise a general awareness about the unique challenges they have faced both historically and in the present, and the ways in which tribal citizens have worked to conquer these challenges.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. 

Return Your Federal Impact Aid Survey

FCPS is asking all families to fill out a Federal Impact Aid Survey. The form is available in SIS ParentVUE under Online Packets (in the upper right corner after logging in). Please complete it as soon as possible.

For any families who have not completed the survey in ParentVUE, schools will provide paper forms starting Wednesday, November 13. Paper forms should be returned by Wednesday, December 4.

Completing this form for each school-aged child in every household is important. Information from this survey resulted in more than $4 million in funding last year from the U.S. Department of Education. These funds are used to support all Fairfax County public schools and centers.

For more information, please watch this video on Impact Aid and visit the Federal Impact Aid Survey page.

Need to Register for ParentVUE? 

Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account, so you can easily submit your survey. 

Technical support for using ParentVUE or completing the survey online is available by submitting a Parent Support Request ticket. Select SISParent in the Application dropdown menu and type Federal Impact Aid Survey under Issue Description. Or, call the Parent Technology Help Desk at 833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS).

Fall Student Testing Results Screening Assessment Reports Available in SIS ParentVUE

Each fall, FCPS students take part in screening assessments for reading and mathematics to identify strengths and areas for support. Score reports for families are posted in ParentVUE in the “Documents” section, generally about one month after testing has been completed.

• iReady reports in grades 1-8 and Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System (VALLSS) reports in grades 1-3 are available in ParentVUE now. 
• VALLSS and Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Program (VKRP) reports for kindergarteners will be available by Friday, November 15, and for pre-K students by Friday, December 6. 

Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student tests at each grade level, including what each test is for and when each test takes place. Caregivers may follow up with their children’s teachers for more information about how they use test results to support student success.

Register for SIS ParentVUE Learn how to activate your SIS ParentVUE account to easily access these reports and other helpful information about your child.

Lexia Parent Night Information

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.

Register to attend one of the Virtual Lexia Family Information Night on:

November 19, 2024 - 6:30-7:30 PM

December 5, 2024 - 6:30-7:30 PM

Register Here. 

Reminders Safety Reminder for Arrival & Dismissal

We are seeing an increase in unsafe actions on Sully Station Drive and our bus loop during our arrival and dismissal procedures. If you are dropping your student(s) off in the morning or picking up at dismissal, please utilize our Kiss and Ride/Car Rider line to safely drop off or pick up students. If you are parking and walking, please park near our crosswalk and utilize the crosswalk that is supported by our amazing crossing guard and use our sidewalks to walk to door 4.  

Unfortunately, we are seeing students walk/run across Sully Station Drive where there is no crosswalk and we are concerned about our students and families. There is also a safety concern when parking along Sully Station Drive and walking through our bus loop. Please utilize sidewalks because our buses are arriving or departing with our students. 

Thank you for your partnership in utilizing our procedures to ensure a safe arrival and dismissal for our school community. 

Nominations are now open for 2024-2025 FCPS Outstanding Employee Awards!

To submit a nomination for a Cub Run Elementary Outstanding Employee in one of the categories below, please complete the nomination through this Google form. You may nominate one employee or multiple. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a short paragraph about how the employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria for that category.

Outstanding Teacher

Eligibility: Has at least three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding New Teacher

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a teacher (in any school/school district); librarians are included in this category

Outstanding Principal

Eligibility: Has up to three years of experience as a building principal (in any school/school district)                       

Outstanding Leader 

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in their current position as a Schedule-C or School-Based Administrator scale employee (that is not the building principal) at their current location

Common positions in this category: Assistant Principals

Outstanding Professional Employee 

Eligibility: At least one year experience in current position as a Schedule-B employee or other non-instructional employee in a school that supports school leadership at their current location

Common positions in this category: School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, MTSS Coordinator, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor. Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school, Special Education Department Chairs, and Reading Specialists.

Outstanding Operational Employee

Eligibility: At least one year of experience in current position as Schedule-A or Classroom Instructional Support Scale employee at their current location

Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, Parent Liaison

Please Note: The deadline to submit a nomination is Friday, November 15.

If you have any questions, please contact Jenny Sisk at [email protected] 

Elementary School Language Arts Grading Updates

Our teachers have been hard at work teaching with the new Language Arts curriculum, and we are excited to help all of our students become strong readers and writers! This year we also have new assessments, which is how we check if your student needs extra help with reading and writing, and new Standards of Learning (SOLs).

Because of these changes, we are now teaching all of the Language Arts skills your child needs to know (and checking if they need extra help) throughout the whole school year, instead of different skills each quarter. While these skills will be new to your child in the beginning of the year, the goal is for your child to grow strong in all of their new skills by the end of the year.

This means that when you get your child’s progress report next month, it might look different. Your child’s teacher will give you more information on the new progress reporting and how we’re making sure your child is getting any extra help they might need. You can also find more information on FCPS’ Grading and Reporting webpage.

We will also have new ways for you to help your child practice their reading and writing skills at home. These resources are coming soon!

Changes to Progress Reports

Starting in November 2024, your child’s progress report grades may look different due to the changes below.

• Before: the FCPS Planning and Pacing Guide covered different standards each quarter.
• Current: FCPS now uses Benchmark Advance. It covers all standards each quarter, building towards mastery. Fewer standards will be marked Not Taught (NT) or Not Assessed (NA)

Schools will still use the same 4-point scale to assign grades; please refer to the https://www.fcps.edu/academics/grading-reporting/elementary-school/elementary-grading-and-reporting-handbook-parents for more details.

Cub Run PTA Book Fair Contacts

Cub Run Main Office: 703-633-7500

Cub Run Attendance Phone Line: 703-633-7575

Cub Run Attendance mailbox: [email protected]

Technology Support for Families/Parent Help Desk: 1-833-921-3277

Parent Information Phone Lines/Support for parents who do not speak English as their first language: Parent Information Phone Lines

Parent and Student technology support: IT Support Portal

FCPS Free and Reduced Meals Information & Application: Information 

Melissa Miller, Principal, [email protected] 

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal, [email protected] 

Brittney Kalbaugh, Administrative Assistant, [email protected] 

Namrata Saxena, Student Information Assistant, [email protected]

Christina Davis-Luczak, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Michelle Shea, Office Assistant, [email protected]

Be Informed, Stay Involved!

• School Year Calendars
• Sign up for News You Choose
• Join the Cub Run PTA
• Report Your Child’s Absence
• Visit the Cub Run Website
• Substitute Teaching Opportunities
• Monitor your student's academics with a SIS Parent Account
• Recognize a FCPS Employee at FCPS Cares

5301 Sully Station Drive Centreville, Virginia 20120 
Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
Main Phone: 703.633.7500 | Web | Twitter