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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.

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 FamilySummit@fcps.edu 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.