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Dear Cherry Run Families,
It is hard to believe that this is the final Friday of the 2025–2026 school year. As we reflect on the year, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our Cardinal students, staff, and families for making it such a memorable and successful one.
Throughout the year, our Cardinals demonstrated curiosity, perseverance, kindness, and growth in countless ways. Together, we celebrated achievements, overcame challenges, and created meaningful learning experiences that will have a lasting impact. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our exceptional staff and the unwavering support of our families.
Thank you for partnering with us, volunteering your time, encouraging learning at home, and helping us build a strong, supportive, and caring school community. Your involvement and support have made a tremendous difference in the success of our students.
As summer begins, I encourage everyone to take time to relax, recharge, and enjoy special moments with family and friends. Whether your plans include travel, camps, outdoor adventures, or simply spending time together, I hope the weeks ahead are filled with joy, laughter, and lasting memories.
On behalf of the entire Cherry Run staff, thank you for a fantastic school year. We are incredibly proud of all that our Cardinals have accomplished and look forward to welcoming everyone back in August for another year of learning, growth, and success.
To our sixth-grade Cardinals, congratulations on reaching this important milestone. We are proud of all you have achieved during your time at Cherry Run and know that you will continue to do amazing things at Lake Braddock and wherever your educational journey takes you. Once a Cardinal, always a Cardinal!
Wishing you and your family a safe, happy, and healthy summer break.
Warm regards,
Maura Donahue and Dave Arthur
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- June 16- 6th Grade Promotion
- June 17- Last Day of School-Two Hour Early Release (2:05pm)
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CRES Administration Update
Assistant Principal
Our Assistant Principal, Miranda Goss, has made the decision to accept a position closer to home for the upcoming school year. While we are sad to see her leave the Cherry Run family, we fully support this decision and are grateful for the many contributions she has made to our students, staff, and families.
Throughout her time at Cherry Run, Miranda Goss has been a dedicated leader, a strong advocate for students, and a valued member of our school community. We thank Miranda for her commitment and service and wish her continued success in this next chapter.
The process to identify and select our next Assistant Principal will begin shortly. We are committed to finding an exceptional leader who will continue to support the success and well-being of our students and school community. We will share an update once a new Assistant Principal has been selected.
Dates for Early Release 26-27
Early release Wednesdays will start in late September 2026. Each elementary school will have a total of four early release days throughout the school year. Lunch will be provided on early release Wednesdays.
Days depend upon the pyramid under which a school falls. Check FCPS' Region and Pyramid Map for a breakdown.
Early release Wednesdays for elementary schools in the Annandale, Edison, Falls Church, Herndon, Langley, Madison, Marshall, McLean, Lake Braddock, South Lakes, West Springfield, and Woodson pyramids:
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September 30
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November 18
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January 13
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April 7
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Puzzle Hunt
Third Annual FCPS Puzzle Hunt Encourages Active Family Fun
The Solving Fun Puzzle Pals have been busy getting ready for the 3rd Annual Fairfax County Public Schools Puzzle Hunt, and it kicks off in only three weeks!
This free event is open to solvers of all ages and is a great way to keep students and families engaged in fun, creative problem-solving over the summer. It also teaches bike and pedestrian safety and encourages active transportation.
New this year: The school with the most solvers will win a special visit from Sue Doku! Sign up for the Puzzle Hunt!
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Calendar Survey
FCPS values your input as we plan future school calendars. On Friday, June 5, all caregivers and FCPS staff will receive an email from noreply@fcps.edu containing a unique link to complete the FCPS Calendar Survey.
Your feedback matters. Please take a few minutes to share your priorities and perspectives by Monday, June 22, at 11:59 p.m.
Your individual responses will be kept confidential and will not be shared with school staff or used in any way that identifies you or your student. Only aggregate, summary-level results will be reported to the Fairfax County School Board.
If you do not receive a link to the survey or have technical difficulties completing the survey, please contact the FCPS Office of Research and Program Evaluation.
Testing Results
Student Testing Results Coming Soon
Through June, you will receive your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, you can view a list of tests by grade level on the FCPS website.
Most scores are available in SIS ParentVUE. Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about how test results are reported to families.
Websites for each test provide report translations and help with understanding test results. Please contact our front office with any testing questions or for additional information about how our school and teachers use test results to support student success.
Summer Resources
Summer Resources Help Students Stay Curious, Healthy, and Busy
The FCPS Summer Resource Guide has activities and tips on a variety of subjects and interests, from camps and activities to health and safety resources.
Be sure to check back over the summer, as more resources may be added.
Learning Doesn’t Take a Vacation and Neither Does Fun!The FCPS Summer Learning webpage offers ideas and strategies for families to keep students curious until August. Summer is the perfect time to help your student explore new interests, reinforce concepts, and stay engaged!
SIS ParentVUE
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success! Caregivers can view important information like attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores through ParentVUE.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. It is available online and as a mobile app for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVue account? This video walks through the steps. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up to date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View additional details about ParentVUE.
Activate Your ParentVUE Account to Stay ConnectedOn Wednesday, July 29, FCPS families who haven't activated their ParentVUE account will receive an email with the subject “Fairfax County Public Schools ParentVUE Activation Letter.”
The email will include instructions to activate a ParentVUE account. If you don’t have an account and don’t receive the email, please check your spam folder or open a Parent Support Request. After July 29, families may also contact Yasmin Naldo at 703-923-2800 to request a printed activation letter or a new activation key, if needed.
All families are encouraged to activate their accounts as soon as possible to ensure they receive immediate access to important student information and school communications.
For assistance activating your account, please contact our front office. For technical support, create a Parent Support Request.
Summer Meals
Summer Meals for StudentsStarting Monday, June 22, no-cost meals will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on-site while eating their meals.
This year, thanks to generous support from Educate Fairfax, families may also receive one no-cost breakfast and lunch per adult at the following elementary schools: Braddock, Dogwood, Glen Forest, Hutchison, Hybla Valley, and London Towne.
Summer sites will continue to be added, so check the Summer Food webpage regularly for updates.
Online Safety
Scroll Smart. Post Smart. Stay Safe.
The Fairfax County Police Department encourages teens and parents to stay informed, have open conversations about digital safety, and practice smart online habits throughout the summer months. Read recommendations to stay safe online this summer.
Immunizations
Summer Immunization Events for All FCPS Students
Inspire Health Alliance, in partnership with FCPS, will be providing school-required immunizations this summer. Immunizations will be provided at no out-of-pocket cost to students or families. Registering families will be required to provide insurance information, if applicable, but students without insurance may still participate.
Visit the FCPS and Inspire Health Alliance Student Immunization Events webpage for dates, times, and locations. Additional event dates will be made available and shared four to five weeks prior to the event on the webpage. Additional immunization resources are also available.
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