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Hello Bull Run families,
We got a little tease of warmer weather this week and I know I wasn't the only who enjoyed it! The students high energy level at recess was felt by everyone!
I hope to see many of our families at the PTA meeting later this evening (see information below in the calendar).
REMINDERS:
Tomorrow, Friday 03/14, students and staff are encouraged to wear Bull Run spirit wear or colors!
Monday, 03/17, it is a Three-hour early release day. Please confirm with your child's teacher how they are going home that day.
It is also St. Patrick's Day, so of course I anticipate many students and staff will be wearing green colors!
Have a wonderful weekend!
-Mr. Marotta
February 28-March 29: Ramadan
March 13: PTA Meeting 7:00pm in the school library; Zoom link:
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/99295620114?pwd=E9yBhagtHKo2OfICwk9zabYjFOTPad.1
Meeting ID: 992 9562 0114
Passcode: 339220
March 17: Three-Hour Early Release Monday
March 20: Nowruz (Persian New Year)
March 27: Centreville Pyramid Band Concert
March 28: End of 3rd Quarter
March 30/31: Eid-al-Fitr (NO SCHOOL)
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*The full FCPS 2024-2025 calendar can be accessed here.
School Year Calendar
Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances.
- Days marked with blue Hs are student holidays.
- Days marked with orange Os are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings if only half marked).
- Days marked in pink are holidays for students, but working days for teachers and staff.
The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and the start of each month coincides with the birth of a new moon. The date of Eid a-Fitr is regionally decided, which can lead to unexpected date changes. Eid al-Fitr is currently slated to begin at sundown on Sunday, March 30, 2025, and lasts through sundown Monday, March 31, 2025. Monday is a holiday, with all schools and offices being closed. If the day for Eid changes after the school year begins, the calendar may be adjusted.
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April 29th - 3rd Grade Reading
May 1st- 4th Grade Reading
May 6th- 6th Grade Reading
May 8th- 5th Grade Reading
May 13th- 6th Grade Math
May 15th- 4th Grade Math
May 16th- 5th Grade Math
May 20th- 5th Grade Science
May 22nd-3rd Grade Math
 Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history. We are thrilled to share the accomplishments that women have made in the FCPS community. #OurFCPS
Bull Run's own, 4th grade teacher Ms. Watkins, created a Women's History Month tribute.
 
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. Visit the FNS webpage for more information, including weekly request forms and deadlines.
We Want Your Feedback: Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Questionnaire!
On Monday, March 24, parents and guardians of Bull Run will receive an email with a link to the FCPS Principal Evaluation Parent/Guardian Feedback Form.
This questionnaire is part of the Performance Evaluation Program and provides an opportunity to share anonymous feedback about our school’s leadership and environment.
Topics covered in the survey include:
- Instructional leadership
- School climate
- Management (human resources and organizational)
- Communication and community relations
- Culturally responsive and equitable leadership
- Professionalism
The questionnaire will be open March 24 – April 4 and will be collected online. Keep an eye out for an email from FCPSSurvey@fcps.edu and take a few minutes to complete it.
Your input is valuable and helps shape the future of our school. Thank you for your time and feedback!
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Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
There’s an easy five-step process for parents wanting to register their child for kindergarten:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
After the appointment at the school (the student and one guardian must be present), the student will be ready for orientation (more information to come at a later date). Read more about the registration process. For additional information, please contact Maria Betancourth, our school registrar.
Try Online Registration
Learn how to begin the online registration process.
When registering, parents/caregivers will need to create or log in to an existing SIS ParentVUE account.
- ¡Es el Momento de Inscribirse para el Kindergarten!
Asistir al kindergarten ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de aprender y practicar las habilidades sociales, emocionales, de resolución de problemas y de autorregulación esenciales que usarán durante toda su vida. Las escuelas públicas del Condado de Fairfax normalmente llevan a cabo eventos de inscripción para kindergarten-incluyendo orientación-en la primavera durante Lunes o Abril. Los niños elegibles también pueden inscribirse durante el verano, pero inscribir a su hijo temprano ayuda a las escuelas a prepararse y asegurarse de que tengan a mano los maestros y recursos que necesitan el primer día de clases.
Después de determinar a qué escuela asistirá su hijo, las familias deben prepararse para la inscripción reuniendo documentos y completando formularios, los detalles se pueden encontrar en la página web de inscripción de kindergarten de FCPS. FCPS ofrece apoyo y recursos para todas las familias para ayudar con la inscripción y la transición al kindergarten. Para apoyo en otros idiomas, visite la página web de inscripción de kindergarten.
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Do you have a preschool student?
Bull Run has inclusive PreK/Head Start program to provide a quality preschool experience with comprehensive services at no cost to qualifying families, who reside in Fairfax County. Though families may qualify, spaces are limited, and selection is based on need, not “first come, first serve”, with PreK priority given to 4 year olds and Bull Run based students. More information and the application in both Spanish and English can be found at this link. https://www.fcps.edu/registration/early-childhood-prek/fecep-head-start-application
This program will be in addition to our Preschool Autism Program. If you think your preschooler has a developmental delay or a disability contact Child Find for FCPS. Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs. Child Find screenings are free to residents of FCPS whose child is 2 through 5 years old. https://www.fcps.edu/registration/early-childhood-prek/early-childhood-child-find
If you have a child who is under the age of 2, who may have a delay contact https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/office-for-children/infant-and-toddler-connection/ for a free screening
AART is enrolling for the upcoming school year in Centreville! Classes are held twice a week for 90 minutes. AART’s FREE part-time preschool program is specifically designed for children who fall in the gap between those who qualify for publicly funded programs and those families who cannot afford preschool.
To qualify for AART, your child must be: 4 or 5 years old, Not enrolled in another preschool program, Head Start, STEP, or PreK. Enroll / Inscribirse School-Year Classes - All Ages Read Together
 Congratulations to our 2025 Yearbook Cover Winner, Alejandro Morales,
in Ms. Leary's 6th grade homeroom.
PTA is looking for a few board members this year, as several members have come to the end of their term. We are in need of a President, Vice President and Secretary. Bull Run PTA needs a President and CANNOT run without one.
Please consider joining the PTA Board: Term is 1 year (July-June) and we will show you the ropes! Participating in this is a rewarding experience! If you have more questions or would like to be nominated at our May 2025 election, please email: bullrunptapresident@gmail.com
Please buy a yearbook before they sell out! $28
https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/
Bull Run Elementary School Code: 15367025
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Bull Run Elementary Spirit Days -
Wear Blue and White!
Bull Run Elementary encourages every students to wear our school colors, blue & white, every Friday! This is a simple way we can show our community spirit and love for all things BRES! Spirit wear is encouraged or wear your blue and white. Make a plan with friends and see how many of you can participate! Staff often wear their blue and white or Spirit Wear on Fridays!
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Jersey Day! Every First Friday of the Month!
Bull Run Elementary encourages every student to wear a jersey, shirt or colors of their favorite team or sport!
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Recognizing BRES staff who go above and beyond
The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for families, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees at Bull Run Elementary. We love our staff members; let's tell them how we feel!
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FCPS Budget — Our Students Deserve the BestMore than $240 million of FCPS’ Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Advertised Budget is dedicated to increasing compensation for our teachers and staff to stay competitive and reduce turnover. Currently, FCPS ranks fifth out of eight neighboring districts in regards to starting salary for teachers with a master’s degree.
Our families expect — and our students deserve — the best teachers.
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, and then the Board of Supervisors will 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 | 
