Dear Cherry Run Families,

It has been another wonderful week here at Cherry Run! Our students in grades 3–6 worked hard and showed great perseverance as they completed their Math SOL assessments this week. We are so proud of their efforts and positive attitudes!

Our 4th graders also hosted an exciting Solar System Gallery Walk. It was fantastic to see the creativity and knowledge our students shared through their projects as they taught others about the wonders of our solar system. Our 1st graders also enjoyed a field trip to NOVAwild!

Tonight, we are excited for the Cherry Run Talent Show at 6:00 p.m.! We cannot wait to see our talented Cardinals shine on stage and share their amazing performances with our school community. We know it will be a fun and memorable evening for everyone!

Sincerely,

Maura Donahue and Dave Arthur

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Parent Input for 26-27 School Year

Cherry Run ES Family Input Form for Class Placements 2026–2027

We value your input and would like to learn more about the learning style and environment that best support your Cherry Run Cardinal. Your feedback, along with staff input, will help guide class placement decisions for the 2026–2027 school year.

To ensure a consistent and fair process, please do not request specific teachers on this form. Instead, share any important information directly (for example, if your child should be separated from a classmate). All submissions will be carefully reviewed by the administration.

Thank you for your partnership and support. We look forward to a wonderful school year!

Budget Update

Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Update

On Friday, May 8, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid provided an update on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget. FCPS receives the majority of its funding from the Fairfax County Government and the Commonwealth of Virginia. 

The Fairfax County Government recently adopted its FY 2027 Budget, and at the funding levels provided, there is currently a $28 million budget gap. In addition, the state budget has not been finalized. At last Thursday's School Board meeting, the superintendent proposed adjustments that would balance the FCPS budget. 

Read Dr. Reid’s message to the community for more information on the budget process and budget priorities.

Sibshops & SibTeen

Sibshops and SibTeen are community building programs for students in grades 2-5 and 6-9 who have a sibling with a disability. Students will participate in recreational and art-based activities in addition to discussion to build relationships with others who have a shared experience and access peer support. On May 26, Sibshops and SibTeen will be held at the Reston Community Center, Hunters Woods ( 2310 Colts Neck Road Reston, VA) from 9 am-12 pm

Click here to sign up for Sibshops (grades 2-5)

Click here to sign up for SibTeen (Grades 6-9)

Sibshops and SibTeen will also hold a two-day summer camp on Monday June 22 to Tuesday June 23 at Fairfax Villa Elementary School (10900 Santa Clara Dr. Fairfax, VA) from 9 am to 2:30 pm

Click here to sign up for Sibshops/SibTeen Summer Camp

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