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Some of our third graders enjoying the traveling Ancient China Museum. 

Upcoming Dates

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 3: Westfield Pyramid Art Show - 5:00pm at Westfield High School-gym

April 4: Volleyball Game Night - Cub Run versus Virginia Run Elementary

April 7-11: PTA Spring Book Fair

April 9: Purple Up! for Military Kids

April 11: Principals’ Walking Club- 8:05am

April 14-18: Spring Break

April 28: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

April 29: AAP Orientation Night Presented by Cub Run ES, Brookfield ES, & Poplar Tree ES - 6:30pm at Poplar Tree ES

April 30: Photography Club Show - 4:30pm

May 1: PTA Talent Show

May 5-9: Staff Appreciation Week

May 8: Rising Kindergarten Parent Information Session - 5:00pm, PTA Meeting - 7:00pm

May 17: PTA Spring Fling - 6:00-8:00pm

May 19: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

May 26: No School-Memorial Day

Cubbie News Quarter End, Eid al-Fitr, and Student Holiday

Friday, March 28, is the last day of the third quarter. It is a full day of school for students. 

All FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday, March 31, for Eid al-Fitr. Tuesday, April 1, is a student holiday and teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.

Cub Run Volleyball Game versus Virginia Run

Come cheer on our sixth grade students and staff during our annual volleyball game as we take on Virginia Run! The game is on Friday, April 4 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Westfield High School in their gym. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult. No child should be dropped off and left unsupervised. 

Let’s put on our spirit wear and cheer on our Cubbies!

Principals’ Walking Club

Our next Principals’ Walking Club is on Friday, April 11 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym or on the field! 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 April 11!

Our Green Team is working on a special project, and they need your help! As a part of the Westfield Pyramid Challenge, Cub Run is collecting as many plastic bottles as we can, in hopes to build a greenhouse for our school grounds. Green Team members have been hard at work making posters for the school, as well as recording clips for the morning news show to remind students to bring in plastic bottles- but we could use the community's help, too! If you have any plastic water bottles, Gatorade bottles, etc., please send it in with your student(s) to be put into the Green Team's collection stations around the school. Hopefully in the near future, we will have a green house to help our Green Team keep up their awesome gardening work!

Save the Date: Spring 2025 SOLs (gr. 3-6) Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Love of Learning. Love of learning means enjoying the process of learning new things, whether in school or on your own.

People with a love of learning are motivated because they find joy in learning itself, not just for rewards like grades or prizes. They are driven by the excitement of discovering and mastering new skills.

Developing a love of learning is important for students because it helps them stay motivated and engaged. It can also improve their mental and physical well-being as they take pride in overcoming challenges and growing.

To practice and encourage the character strength of Love of Learning 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

Westfield High School Student Workshop  

Westfield Theatre is offering a FREE workshop on Tuesday, April 1st at Westfield High School from 10am-12pm.

Students in grades 2nd-8th can join us for fun theatre games, backstage tour, and learn a number from our spring musical The Sound of Music.

Space is limited, click here to register!

Westfield Pyramid Art Show PTA News Spring Book Fair FCPS News

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

• Student Achievements
• Art in Our Schools Month
• Celebrating Students Setting Positive Examples

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

Help & Resources for Infants, Toddlers, & Their Families

Are you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child's development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas:

• communication
• fine and/or gross motor skills
• self-help skills
• problem solving 
• attention skills

Learn more about typical developmental milestones.

The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) is the state’s early intervention system for infants and toddlers (0-36 months) with disabilities and their families. ITC provides evaluations and services for children who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.

Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30). 

FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to contact 571-423-4121 with questions or to make a referral.

Helping students meet the criteria for kindergarten readiness is Goal 1 of the Strategic Plan. 

Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid

Your voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Monday, April 7, Greenbriar West Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.

Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid. 

Next Steps in the Budget Process

The next steps in the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process include the School Board presenting the budget to the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, April 22. The Board of Supervisors will then conduct public hearings Tuesday, April 22, through Thursday, April 24. Community members can submit testimony or sign up to speak. 

Visit the county government website to view the Fairfax County FY 2026 Advertised Budget. The community is also invited to complete an online survey to provide feedback on the county’s FY 2026 Advertised Budget. 

Learn more about the FCPS FY 2026 Budget process. 

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is April 14-18. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Monday, April 21. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

Reminders Chronic Absenteeism

For school year 2024-2025, school accreditation ratings in Virginia are based on student performance across nine school quality indicators within the state’s new Student Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). One of these indicators is chronic absenteeism. Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of reason and whether the absence was excused or unexcused.  A student is determined to be chronically absent if the rate of their days absent divided by their total days in membership is greater than or equal to 10%.

As of March 26, Cub Run's chronic absenteeism rate is up to 13.9%.  As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can move into an acceptable chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.  

April - Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Kindergarten Parent Information Session - May 8

Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Haider will be hosting a parent information session for rising kindergarten parents/guardians. The session will be taking place in our cafeteria at 5:00pm. Our Kinder Camp for students will continue to be scheduled for August.

  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.

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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Cubbies had a lot of fun celebrating St. Patrick's Day this week!  No one reported actually having caught a leprechaun but there were sightings!

Upcoming Dates

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 3: Westfield Pyramid Art Show - 5:00pm at Westfield High School-gym

April 4: Volleyball Game Night - Cub Run versus Virginia Run Elementary

April 7-11: PTA Spring Book Fair

April 9: Purple Up! for Military Kids

April 14-18: Spring Break

April 28: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

April 29: AAP Orientation Night Presented by Cub Run ES, Brookfield ES, & Poplar Tree ES - 6:30pm at Poplar Tree ES

April 30: Photography Club Show - 4:30pm

May 1: PTA Talent Show

May 5-9: Staff Appreciation Week

May 8: Rising Kindergarten Parent Information Session - 5:00pm, PTA Meeting - 7:00pm

May 17: PTA Spring Fling - 6:00-8:00pm

May 19: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

May 26: No School-Memorial Day

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends, 

We hope this message finds you having a great week. As we continue through the school year, we could use your help as we review our school's C.A.R.E.S. expectations, particularly regarding restroom use. We've recently experienced an increase in property damage in our restrooms. Our teachers and staff are revisiting our instructional resources which explicitly teach our expectations, and we continue to share messages on our Cubbie Nation News reminding students of these expectations. 

Maintaining a safe and respectful environment is a shared responsibility, and we appreciate your partnership in ensuring all of our students understand these expectations.

Our C.A.R.E.S. expectations:

 

Our Bathroom School-wide Expectations:

• Make safe choices: This means using safe hands and feet, including keeping our feet on the floor.
• Go, flush, wash, and leave: Students should use the restroom efficiently and return to class promptly.
• Keep floors, walls, and stalls clean: We expect students to leave the restroom clean and respect the property.
• Respect others' privacy: Everyone deserves privacy in the restroom.
• Report anything broken or missing: If students notice any damage or missing items, they should report it to a staff member immediately.

By reinforcing these expectations, we can ensure that our restrooms remain a clean and safe space for everyone. Thank you for your support in discussing these expectations with your children.

On a different note, I'm thrilled to invite you to our PTA Family Game Night this Friday! It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with other families, have fun, and build our school community. Feel free to bring games and come ready for an evening of laughter and friendly competition. We hope to see you there!

Thank you for your continued partnership in making our school a wonderful place to learn and grow.

Warm Regards,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Quarter End, Eid al-Fitr, and Student Holiday

Friday, March 28, is the last day of the third quarter. It is a full day of school for students. 

All FCPS schools and offices are closed on Monday, March 31, for Eid al-Fitr. Tuesday, April 1, is a student holiday and teacher workday. See the complete school year calendar.

Spring AAP Newsletter

Fairfax County Public Schools is committed to challenging all students through talent development and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of advanced learners. Please visit our Advanced Academics Program site where the spring FCPS AAP newsletter is now linked. 

Our Cub Run Elementary School Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) collaborates with the school staff to meet students' needs through the continuum of advanced academic services. Families can learn more about the screening process and AAP at Cub Run by contacting our AART, Naomi Egerton Baker at [email protected].

Cub Run Volleyball Game versus Virginia Run

Come cheer on our sixth grade students and staff during our annual volleyball game as we take on Virginia Run! The game is on Friday, April 4 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Westfield High School in their gym. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult. No child should be dropped off and left unsupervised. 

Let’s put on our spirit wear and cheer on our Cubbies!

Save the Dates: Gr. 3-6 Spring 2025 SOL  Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Humility. Humility means not seeking attention and letting your actions speak for themselves. Humble people understand their abilities and achievements without underestimating them. They can admit mistakes, accept advice, and are open to new ideas. They don't show off their successes or possessions.

Developing humility helps people reflect on how they can improve and work well with others. It allows them to grow and become valuable team members.

To practice and encourage the character strength of humility 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 Family Game Night PTA Coffee Collection FCPS News

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

• Second Annual Food Show
• Cameras on School Bus Stop Arms
• Comprehensive Boundary Review Process Explained

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!

This year, spring break is April 14-18. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Monday, April 21. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

Reminders Chronic Absenteeism

For school year 2024-2025, school accreditation ratings in Virginia are based on student performance across nine school quality indicators within the state’s new Student Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). One of these indicators is chronic absenteeism. Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of reason and whether the absence was excused or unexcused.  A student is determined to be chronically absent if the rate of their days absent divided by their total days in membership is greater than or equal to 10%.

As of March 19, Cub Run's chronic absenteeism rate is at 12.1%.  As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can move into an acceptable chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.  

April - Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Kindergarten Parent Information Session - May 8

Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Haider will be hosting a parent information session for rising kindergarten parents/guardians. The session will be taking place in our cafeteria at 5:00pm. Our Kinder Camp for students will continue to be scheduled for August.

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.

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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                 Fun times at our Connect & Learn Night and Science Fair!

                             Our Preschoolers having fun making pizza!

                  Ms. Claessen's 3rd grade class "camping" while reading. 

Upcoming Dates

March 13: Spring Picture Day

March 13 & 14: Sixth Grade Field Trips to Woodson HS Planetarium

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 3: Westfield Pyramid Art Show - 5:00pm at Westfield High School-gym

April 4: Volleyball Game Night - Cub Run versus Virginia Run Elementary

April 7-11: PTA Spring Book Fair

April 9: Purple Up! for Military Kids

April 14-18: Spring Break

April 28: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

April 29: AAP Orientation Night Presented by Cub Run ES, Brookfield ES, & Poplar Tree ES - 6:30pm at Poplar Tree ES

April 30: Photography Club Show - 4:30pm

May 1: PTA Talent Show

May 5-9: Staff Appreciation Week

May 8: Rising Kindergarten Parent Information Session - 5:00pm, PTA Meeting - 7:00pm

May 17: PTA Spring Fling - 6:00-8:00pm

May 19: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

May 26: No School-Memorial Day

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends, 

What a wonderful turnout we had at our Connect & Learn Night! It was truly inspiring to see so many of you engaged and excited to support our Cubbies' learning journey. Your participation made the evening a resounding success.

We were thrilled to share a variety of engaging activities and resources focused on strengthening literacy and math skills. From estimation stations that sparked curiosity to activities that fostered creative and critical thinking, we aimed to provide you with practical tools to support your children's academic growth.

The enthusiasm surrounding our Science Fair was palpable, and we always look forward to seeing the incredible projects our students create! We also highlighted valuable social-emotional learning resources, emphasizing the importance of nurturing the whole child.

We hope you found the evening informative and enjoyable. The positive energy and collaborative spirit in our school community were truly remarkable.

Here's a quick recap of what we covered:

• Literacy & Math Activities: Practical strategies and engaging activities to reinforce learning at home for each grade level.
• Estimation Stations: Fun activities to develop estimation skills and mathematical thinking.
• Creative & Critical Thinking Activities: Opportunities to explore and enhance problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Social-Emotional Learning Resources: Tools and strategies to promote emotional well-being and resilience.

A Special Thank You to Our Amazing Teachers & Staff!

This incredible event wouldn't have been possible without the dedication and hard work of our exceptional teachers and staff. They planned and executed each station, sharing their expertise, and creating a welcoming and engaging environment for everyone. Their commitment to our students and families is truly phenomenal, and we are deeply grateful for their efforts.

We encourage you to continue using the resources and strategies shared during the event. If you have any questions or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to your child's teacher or the school office.

Thank you once again for your unwavering support and commitment to our students. We are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated and involved school community.

Warm Regards,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Early Release Monday - March 17

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, March 17. 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 February.

 

If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for March 17, please use this form by Thursday, March 13.  If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Cub Run Volleyball Game versus Virginia Run

Come cheer on our sixth grade students and staff during our annual volleyball game as we take on Virginia Run! The game is on Friday, April 4 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Westfield High School in their gym. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult. No child should be dropped off and left unsupervised. 

Let’s put on our spirit wear and cheer on our Cubbies!

Kindergarten Parent Information Session - May 8

Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Haider will be hosting a parent information session for rising kindergarten parents/guardians. The session will be taking place in our cafeteria at 5:00pm. Our Kinder Camp for students will continue to be scheduled for August.

Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the Other People Mindset of Cheering Others’ Successes. This means when someone else does well, we are happy for them and show our support.

It's normal to sometimes feel jealous or envious when others succeed, but learning to genuinely celebrate their accomplishments can improve our own happiness and relationships. Supporting others not only helps them feel good but also strengthens our community and creates a positive environment.

Encouraging your child to be happy for others can start with simple actions, such as congratulating a friend, noticing feelings of envy and asking why, or learning from others’ successes. These steps build a supportive culture in families, teams, schools, and communities.

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!

PTA News PTA Coffee Collection FCPS News

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

• A Strong Academic Foundation
• 70th Annual Regional Science Fair
• New Breakfast Options

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

Give Your Kids a Strong Start: Apply for Early Childhood Education Programs

FCPS Pre-K and Early Head Start programs provide a high-quality early learning experience for qualifying children with economic and educational risk factors ages 6 weeks to 4 years living in Fairfax County. 

Pre-K prioritizes 4-year-old applicants but also accepts applications for children 3 years old by September 30. Early Head Start is located at three elementary schools — Clearview, Crestwood, and Dogwood — and accepts applications from expectant mothers and for children 6 weeks to 2 years old.

Families are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, however, space is limited and provided based on need, not “first come, first serve.” Applications are accepted online, by email, by postal mail, or in person at our office at 7423 Camp Alger Avenue, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.  

If you have a question about the application process or status, please call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish).

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is April 14-18. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Monday, April 21. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

Reminders Students Fasting: Weekly Meal Kits

Students who are fasting during the school day between now and March 28 can take school meal kits home at the end of the day. Families must fill out a separate request form for each week and for each student in order to receive school meal kits. To receive meal kits for the week of March 24, please fill out this form by March 17. 

Please remind your child to pick up their meals each day at our school’s designated location. Visit the Food and Nutrition Services webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.

Chronic Absenteeism

For school year 2024-2025, school accreditation ratings in Virginia are based on student performance across nine school quality indicators within the state’s new Student Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). One of these indicators is chronic absenteeism. Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of reason and whether the absence was excused or unexcused.  A student is determined to be chronically absent if the rate of their days absent divided by their total days in membership is greater than or equal to 10%.

As of March 12, Cub Run's chronic absenteeism rate is  up to 13.8%.  As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can move into an acceptable chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.  

2025 Family Summit-Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging!

Families, educators, and community members are invited to the 2025 FCPS Family Summit: Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging. Fairfax County Public Schools will be hosting the free, in-person event in collaboration with valued community partners. The summit will be held Saturday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at South Lakes High School.

Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process. 

Learn more about this event and register today! Contact [email protected] for more information.

This event will feature: 

• Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
• Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.
• Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
• Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.

April - Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

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.

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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Connect & Learn Night 

Please join us tonight, March 12 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 announce that Two Smooth Dudes will be available for purchase tonight at our Connect & Learn Night. Please see the menu below!  

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Rylynn, a certified facility dog working with Fairfax County's Department of Family Services, came to visit our Cubbies!  She's been visiting multiple schools throughout FCPS as a part of the Body Safety program. 

Upcoming Dates

March 3-7: Read Across America Week

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 3: Westfield Pyramid Art Show - 5:00pm at Westfield High School-gym

April 4: Volleyball Game Night - Cub Run versus Virginia Run Elementary

April 7-11: PTA Spring Book Fair

April 9: Purple Up! for Military Kids

April 14-18: Spring Break

April 28: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm

Cubbie News

Dear Cub Run Families and Friends, 

Our Cubbies have kicked off the month with Read Across America Week, a SELebration of Reading! It is also National School Social Work Week and we are recognizing our exceptional social worker, Courtney Marques! Social workers in FCPS help to prevent social, emotional, and behavioral factors from affecting a student’s ability to perform at their best. Their primary goal is to remove barriers that prevent a student from fulfilling their academic potential. We are extremely fortunate to have Ms. Marques as part of our Cub Run family. We are thankful for all her efforts to support our Cubbies, staff, and families. Please join us in thanking Ms. Marques for all of her contributions to our school community. 

Earlier this week, we had our first visit from Rylynn, a certified facility dog working with the Fairfax County Department of Family Services. Rylynn had the opportunity to visit multiple classes in kindergarten, first grade, and second grade and our Cubbies welcomed her with big smiles. We look forward to welcoming Rylynn back again this spring!

Cub Run’s Connect and Learn Night is next week, March 12, from 6:00-7:30pm. We hope you are planning on joining us because our staff have prepared literacy and math activities for all grade levels! You will be able to connect and engage with staff members and other families while you learn about ways to help your child practice a variety of skills at home. We also hope you will stop by our estimation stations, our science fair, social emotional learning resources, and more stations where our Cubbies can use their critical and creative thinking skills. Please see below for additional information and the availability of the Two Smooth Dudes food truck. We are excited to have you join us!

Warm Regards,

Melissa Miller, Principal

Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal

Read Across America Week Calendar Reminders

Daylight Saving Time Begins (Spring Forward)

Daylight saving time begins Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m. Don’t forget to move your clocks ahead one hour! 

As a result of the time change, many students will be walking to school or to bus stops in the dark. Help your child stay safe by having them wear reflective clothing and bright or light colors, or add reflective items to their backpacks or clothes. Also, encourage your child to be especially alert for cars that are turning or backing up and not to run into the street or cross between parked cars.

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!

Early Release Monday - March 17

Cub Run is planning and preparing for our next three-hour early release on Monday, March 17. 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 February.

If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for March 17, please use this form by Wednesday, March 12.  If you have any questions, please contact the main office.

Cub Run Volleyball Game versus Virginia Run

Come cheer on our sixth grade students and staff during our annual volleyball game as we take on Virginia Run! The game is on Friday, April 4 from 7:00pm-9:00pm at Westfield High School in their gym. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult. No child should be dropped off and left unsupervised. 

Let’s put on our spirit wear and cheer on our Cubbies!

April - Month of the Military Child

April is the Month of the Military Child, a time to honor and celebrate the resilience, courage, and contributions of FCPS military-connected children.

To show our support, FCPS will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Please note that this date has been adjusted to align with our spring break schedule. On this day, school staff and students are encouraged to wear purple, symbolizing unity and support for military families across all service branches.

Purchase the FCPS Purple Up! T-shirt and/or hoodie between now and March 7 to wear on Purple Up! Day!

Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Forgiveness. Forgiveness means letting go of anger toward those who have done wrong and accepting that people make mistakes.

When we forgive, we can move past being hurt and make peace with what happened. Forgiveness heals and strengthens our relationships. It doesn’t erase what happened, but it helps us let go of the hurt and move forward.

Seeking forgiveness shows that a person values relationships and understands the impact of their actions. It shows humility, accountability, and a willingness to make amends. By seeking forgiveness, a person shows they care about resolving conflicts and restoring trust. It also shows emotional maturity and a commitment to personal growth.

To practice and encourage forgiveness 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 PTA Coffee Collection FCPS News

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

• Summer Camps and Learning Opportunities
• Supporting Academic Growth 
• Preparing for Tough Conversations With Your Child

Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!

This year, spring break is April 14-18. We will be eager to welcome your children back to school on Monday, April 21. Student attendance is very important. Every day, our teachers will be teaching, and students will be learning. Studies have shown that just two absences per month can cause students to fall behind. Let’s finish this school year strong. Visit FCPS’ website for attendance resources.

FCPS Summer Camps - Registration Opens March 10

Registration will be available soon for summer camps offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students. Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA) camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools. Registration begins for these programs on Monday, March 10, and ends Friday, June 6.

Tech Adventure Camp (TAC) is a week-long exploratory camp designed to allow current K-5 students to explore activities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math), culinary arts, health, trades, and business and marketing areas. Watch this video about CTE camps.

E-IFTA is a weekly arts camp for students in grades 2-5 who love to sing, dance, act, perform, make, and create. Students take part in four daily classes related to dance, music, theater, and visual art. They work with FCPS fine arts teachers who create fun and engaging classes. 

For more information, see the Summer Learning page.

2025 Family Summit-Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging!

Families, educators, and community members are invited to the 2025 FCPS Family Summit: Beyond Labels: Nurturing a Culture of Belonging. Fairfax County Public Schools will be hosting the free, in-person event in collaboration with valued community partners. The summit will be held Saturday, March 15, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at South Lakes High School.

Childcare will be provided. Special education staff will be available to care for children with high support needs. You may sign up for childcare during the registration process. 

Learn more about this event and register today! Contact [email protected] for more information.

This event will feature: 

• Opening Session: Julie Causton and Kristie Pretti-Frontczak — best-selling authors, motivational speakers, and advocates for inclusion — will share practical tools and evidence-based strategies to empower and assist all families, with a special emphasis on parents of students with individual education programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
• Breakout Sessions: Learn more about special education and global topics that benefit all families.
• Student Showcase: FCPS students will share their efforts in fostering inclusivity through posters, essays, videos, songs, art, and other mediums.
• Exhibitor Hall: Discover valuable resources and services in the community to support families.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other families, staff, and community partners.

Ramadan

Ramadan began at sundown on Friday, February 28. Ramadan Mubarak to all Cub Run families celebrating!

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.

News from the School Board

 

Please join Sully District Supervisor Kathy Smith and Seema Dixit for a joint town hall as they present the proposed FY 2026 Budgets and take your comments. If you would like to ask a question regarding the FY26 Budget, please send an email to [email protected] with "Budget Town Hall" in the subject. Detailed information about the FCPS FY26 Budget can be found on our website.

When: Monday, March 10, 2025 

Time: 7 - 9 pm EST

Where: Rocky Run Middle School Lecture Hall

Address: 4400 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 

*If American Sign Language or language interpretation is needed, please submit your request by March 6th.

Reminders Chronic Absenteeism

For school year 2024-2025, school accreditation ratings in Virginia are based on student performance across nine school quality indicators within the state’s new Student Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). One of these indicators is chronic absenteeism. Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of reason and whether the absence was excused or unexcused.  A student is determined to be chronically absent if the rate of their days absent divided by their total days in membership is greater than or equal to 10%.

As of March 5, Cub Run's chronic absenteeism rate is 12.0%.  As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can move into an acceptable chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.  

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 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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Read Across America Week

Next week, March 3-7, will provide Cubbies several opportunities to participate in a spirit week highlighting Read Across America and Social Emotional Learning.  See the calendar below for ways to SELebrate!

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Sixth graders enjoying their trip to the National Potrait Gallery in Washington D.C.! 

Upcoming Dates

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 versus Virginia Run Elementary

Cubbie News Energy Star Award 2024

Cub Run has been awarded the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star Award for 2024! A big thank you to our custodial team and staff for helping us achieve this award. We are committed to being as energy efficient as possible and are honored to receive this award!

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

Chronic Absenteeism

For school year 2024-2025, school accreditation ratings in Virginia are based on student performance across nine school quality indicators within the state’s new Student Performance and Support Framework (SPSF). One of these indicators is chronic absenteeism. Chronic Absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year, regardless of reason and whether the absence was excused or unexcused.  A student is determined to be chronically absent if the rate of their days absent divided by their total days in membership is greater than or equal to 10%.

As of February 26th, Cub Run's chronic absenteeism rate is 15.3%.  As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can move into an acceptable chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.  

Positivity Project

This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Perseverance. Perseverance means completing what you start despite obstacles. It means never giving up.

People who show perseverance keep trying, even when they face challenges. They stay focused on their goals and work hard, even when things don't go as planned. Those who persevere often achieve great things because they don't quit. They also learn a lot and get better at what they do.

Perseverance can also inspire others. When one person in a group keeps going despite setbacks, it can motivate the whole team to keep trying and reach their goals.

To practice and encourage the character strength of perseverance 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!

Spring 2025 SOLs (Grades 3-6) 

This Spring, our third through fifth graders will take the Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) Assessment. Please see below for the specific test dates and do your best to avoid scheduling appointments for your student on those days.

FCPS News

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

• Middle School Start Times
• New Lunch Items
• Talking to Teens About Tough Topics

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.

Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No Cost

FCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra learning resources. 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; and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors. 

VDH Immunization Packets for Rising 7th Graders

As required by the Code of Virginia, parents/legal guardians need to provide proof of immunizations for their child to attend public school. All students entering seventh grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations: 

• Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap) given at age 7 or older.
• Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) given at age 10 or older.
• A complete series of 2 doses of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. 

• After reviewing educational materials approved by the Board of Health, the parent/guardian, at the parent’s/guardian’s sole discretion, may elect for the child not to receive the HPV vaccine.

Parents/guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with their child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. If your child does not have a health care provider, please visit the FCPS Immunizations Resource page to find out where to get an immunization.

Please review the Virginia Department of Health Information Packet for more information on rising 7th grade immunization requirements.  

Reminders 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.

Sixth Grade Fundraiser   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 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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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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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

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Attendance: 703.633.7575 or [email protected]
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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

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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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