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 Save the Date: Dragon Nation, Let's Party!
Kick off the new school year the fun way! Join us for Dranesville's Back to School Party — food trucks, games, music, giveaways, and a first look at our brand-new spirit wear!
Stop by the PTA table to spin the prize wheel!
Thursday, August 20th5:00 – 7:00 PMDranesville Elementary
Sign up here to volunteer at the party.
Come reconnect with friends, meet new families, and get fired up for an awesome year ahead. See you there, Dragons!
 Dranesville Elementary PTA: Year in Review 2025 - 2026
Ultimate Sports Camp
Ultimate Sports Camp is a high-energy after-school program that gives kids the opportunity to play a variety of sports and games in a positive, team-oriented environment. Our experienced coaches focus on skill development, sportsmanship, and fun—offering a great mix of structured activities and free play. Each session features new games and challenges to keep campers moving, laughing, and learning.
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Days: Early Release Wednesdays
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Dates: 9/30, 11/18, 1/13, 4/7
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Grades: K-6
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Cost: $200
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Time: 1:05 - 4:05 pm
Register at Overtime Athletics
 Dragon Runners Fall 2026
Dragon Runners will run Tuesdays and Thursdays this Fall. A running program designed for 3rd-6th graders, this exciting program is aimed at strengthening students in body and spirit by combining group activities with running.
Registration Coming Soon!
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Therapeutic Arts Science & Growth Mindset Workshop (TASGM)TASGM Fall 2026 Session 1: Mystical Forest AdventuresStep into a world of imagination this fall with Therapeutic Arts Science & Growth Mindset (TASGM)! Each week, students will enjoy a form of Movement Meditation and a brand new creative adventure filled with art, science, storytelling, and hands-on exploration. From building whimsical toadstool cottages and experimenting with watercolor to exciting mystery science, creative games, and sculpting magical creatures from air clay, every class is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, encourage creativity, and make learning fun. And Ohhh we can’t forget our famous TASGM Treasure Box on the last day!
No science or artistic experience is needed. Just bring your imagination and get ready to create, learn, build and play!
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Dates: Tuesdays, September 29 - October 27th
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Time: 4:15 - 6:00 p.m.
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Grades: 1-6
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Cost: $185
Registration link
Fall 2026 - Session 2 Check back for details!
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Dates: Tuesdays, November 10 - December 15th (no class 11/24)
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Time: 4:15 - 6:00 p.m.
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Grades: 1-6
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Cost: $185
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Chess with Silver Knights
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Dates: Tuesday, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/20, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15 (make up)
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Grades: K-6
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Cost: $172 per child (8 Week Program)
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Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Register at Silver Knights
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Fast Break Basketball with Overtime Athletics
Basketball - 3-2-1…Swish! Join us for Fast Break Basketball where we’ll “cross-over” between GAME PLAY and skills stations. The games within the game are where we will expose players to HOOPS skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding, and defense. Test your abilities having fun scrimmaging or playing games like Dribble Scribble, King of the Court, Hot Shot Shooting, Knock Out, and MORE! Be ready to take that last second shot, make that extra pass, and block that go ahead basket while learning the fundamentals of Basketball and the concepts of team work.
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Dates: Mondays, September 14 - December 7
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Grades: K-3
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Cost: $200 per child (10 Week Program)
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Time: 4:15 pm - 5:25 pm
Register at Overtime Athletics
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Cheer-It with Spirit with Overtime Athletics Cheer - Rope Motion creates Emotion! Take your spirit to a higher level! Learn routines, cheers, motions and jumps that promote teamwork, fitness and FUN. We'll work on basic cheer and dance movements that have participants smiling from ear to ear and bouncing from head to toe! We bring the sidelines to center stage with cheers that include: “Who Rocks the House”, “G-O Yell GO”, “Dynamite”, and many more. Our pyramid of activity will include cheers, routines, jump roping, and warm up games. Come be a part of something bigger, sign up today!
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Dates: Wednesdays, September 16 - December 9
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Grades: K-6
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Cost: $200 per child (10 Week Program)
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Time: 4:15 pm - 5:25 pm
Register at Overtime Athletics
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Robotics with Launch HubUnlock your child’s potential with our hands-on robotics course, designed to teach both the technical skills and soft skills crucial for future success. Our unique approach goes beyond the fundamentals of engineering, physics, programming, and problem-solving to foster creativity, teamwork, and leadership
Registration and Details Coming Soon!
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Coding with Launch HubOur unique coding course is designed to develop sequential thinking and imagination - the two core fundamentals of programming.
As children advance through levels of increasing difficulty, they are challenged to think creatively and critically. They not only learn to create instructions but also begin to design their own coding problems, which enhances their understanding of coding principles. This gradual increase in complexity ensures they build a strong foundation in coding while fostering independence and confidence in their abilities. Alongside coding skills, they also develop important cognitive skills like pattern recognition, action sequencing, and logical thinking. These skills are not only essential for coding but also translate into other areas of learning and problem-solving.
Registration and Details Coming Soon!
Reminders
New to school? Join the Facebook Group
Dranesville Elementary parents and teachers are encouraged to join the Dranesville PTA Facebook Group to get the latest updates (between emails!).
Upcoming Events
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Back to School Party: Thursday, August 20th, 5pm-7pm
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Meet the Teachers: Friday, August 21st, 10am - 12pm
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First Day of School: Monday, August 24th
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Back to School Night: Thursday, September 3rd
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Start with Hello Week: September 14th to 19th
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PTA Meeting: Wednesday, September 16th, 6pm
See the full calendar here: https://www.dranesvillepta.com/events
Questions? Email drake@dranesvillepta.com or visit our website at www.dranesvillepta.com.
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