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 Our talented Cubbies lit up the stage at our talent show with creativity, courage, and lots of heart.
Upcoming Dates
May 5-9: Staff Appreciation Week
May 8: Grade 3 & 4 Reading SOL
May 9: Grade 5 & 6 Reading SOL
May 15: Grade 3 & 4 Math SOL
May 16: Grade 5 & 6 Math SOL
May 17: PTA Spring Fling - 6:00-8:00pm
May 19: Elementary Early Release - Dismissal at 12:25pm
May 20: Grade 5 Science SOL
May 20: School Garden Clean-up - 4:00-5:30pm
May 23: Principal’s Walking Club- 8:05am (Change in Date)
May 26: No School-Memorial Day
May 30: SCA Spirt Day: Sports Day
June 2: First Grade Three Piggy Opera
June 3: Field Day
June 4: Spring Band & Strings Concerts- 7:00pm
June 5: Westfield High School Senior Walk at Cub Run
June 5: Spring Chorus Concert- 7:00pm
June 6: SCA Spirit Day: Beach/Tropical Day
June 9: Westfield High School Graduation
June 10: Sixth Grade Ceremony & Celebration
June 11: Last Day of School; 2-Hour Early Release - Dismissal at 1:25pm
Cubbie News
Dear Cub Run Families and Friends,
It has been an exciting week as we celebrate our exceptional staff at Cub Run. Thank you for joining us in honoring the incredible work our teachers and staff do throughout the year. We are grateful for all you have shared with our staff and the generous donations to our PTA to show our appreciation throughout the week!
We also kicked off our SOL testing in grades 3 and 4 this morning. Our Cubbies worked so hard on their Reading SOL and we are proud of their efforts. Grades 5 and 6 have their first SOL tomorrow morning. We appreciate you all partnering with us so our Cubbies can do their best. It is important for our students to be on-time to school because testing begins soon after arrival. It also helps our students to have a well-balanced breakfast and a good night’s sleep.
We are looking forward to meeting our rising kindergarten families this evening as we prepare to welcome the class of 2038. This evening, we will also be hosting our final PTA meeting of the 24-25 school year. We hope you can join us at 7:00pm!
Warm Regards,
Melissa Miller, Principal
Nausheen Haider, Assistant Principal
Spring SOL Schedule-Grades 3-6
Early Release Monday - May 19
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Cub Run is planning and preparing for our last three-hour early release on Monday, May 19. 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 April. If you would like to confirm or change your dismissal plan for May 19, please use this form by Thursday, May 15. If you have any questions, please contact the main office. |
School Garden Clean-Up
Principals’ Walking Club
Our next and final Principals’ Walking Club of the 2024-25 school year is on Friday, May 23 from 8:05-8:25 AM in the gym or on the field! Cubbies are invited to come and join Mrs. Miller, Mrs. Haider, and other Cub Run staff to kick off the day with some movement! Our Cubbies will add to their club charms for attending. We hope to see you on May 23!
SCA Spirit Day: Sports Day!
Positivity Project
This week, our school community is focused on the character strength of Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence. This means noticing and valuing the world's beauty and people's skills and not taking things for granted.
Appreciation of Beauty and Excellence involves recognizing and enjoying what is admirable. Positive psychology identifies three types of goodness: physical beauty (like sunsets or music), exceptional skills or talents, and moral goodness (like character strengths). Appreciating beauty can inspire awe, skills can generate admiration, and moral goodness can elevate us. These feelings help us forget ourselves and find more joy and meaning in the world.
This strength helps individuals experience positive emotions and connect with the world around them. It is outward-facing, focusing on external beauty and excellence, often leading to deep absorption in awe or admiration, which can help alleviate anxieties. It is also linked to other strengths, such as gratitude, curiosity, love of learning, and purpose.
To practice and encourage this strength 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!
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 May 8, Cub Run's chronic absenteeism rate is at 9.9%. As we finish out the remainder of this school year, we will continue to update this percentage with you in hopes that we can continue with a chronic absenteeism rate of 10% or lower.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow. We All Belong Here!
In FCPS, we all belong. From the first day of school, to the last day of school, every child matters. If your student is having a hard time finishing the year strong and attending school, please contact a trusted adult at our school — a teacher, counselor, or administrator. Visit FCPS’ website for more attendance resources.
PTA News
Spring Fling-May 17
FCPS News
In case you you missed it in FCPS This Week, the school division shared updates on the following topics and others:
- FCPS Budget Update
- Required Immunizations
- Mental Health Resources
Read FCPS This Week to learn more about these topics. If you are not already receiving this weekly newsletter, please sign up today.
Half-Day Preschool Program
FCPS Pre-K Program Accepting Applications for Fall
The FCPS PreK Program serves 3 and 4 year old students with a high quality, full-day preschool program with no cost to families at 78 Fairfax County elementary schools.
Students may qualify with a variety of economic or educational risk factors. Learn more about the Pre-K and Early Head Start Program by watching this video (English) or video (Spanish).
Spaces fill quickly, so complete an application online now or call 703-208-7900 (English) or 703-208-7901 (Spanish) for more information.
FCPS Summer Extravaganza
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Let’s transform summer learning together!
The FCPS Summer Extravaganza is an exciting event that helps families imagine all the possibilities to continue learning over the summer. This is possible by showcasing interactive and immersive activities for children and the power of collaboration across FCPS offices and community partners.
Several departments within Fairfax County Public Schools—including Transportation, the Office of Multilingual Learners (ESOL Services), the Hispanic Educators Association, Career and Transition Services, Get2Green, the Office of Intervention and Prevention Services, and Safety and Security—are collaborating to create a day filled with engaging and educational activities for all FCPS students. In addition, various student school clubs will be in attendance, showcasing their initiatives and contributions. This year, we're excited to introduce the Student Program Marketplace, a new feature where students will present and sell their handmade goods, with proceeds supporting their respective programs. This initiative is supported and led by Educate Fairfax; a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities for Fairfax County Public Schools students
The Summer Extravaganza will feature:
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Activities for children of all ages that inspire curiosity and a love of learning
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Opportunities for adults to learn how to support student well-being and academic success
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A special section of student-led activities
Event Details Date: Saturday, May 10 Time: 10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Location: Woodson High School Parking Lot (9525 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22031) REGISTER TODAY!
We look forward to celebrating a summer of learning and growth with you. For more details, please visit our Summer Extravaganza webpage. This event is proudly sponsored by Educate Fairfax!
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In May, We Recognize:
Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month
People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
Jewish American Heritage Month
May is a national month of recognition of the history of Jewish contributions to American culture, acknowledging the diverse achievement of the Jewish community in the U.S. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
Each May, National Speech-Language-Hearing Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders.
Mental Health Awareness Month
Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been a driving force in addressing the challenges faced by millions of Americans living with mental health conditions.
Reminders
Kindergarten Registration: It’s as Easy as 1-2-3…
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:
- Determine eligibility.
- Identify your local school.
- Gather documents.
- Fill out forms.
- Schedule an appointment.
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