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April 14, 2026

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Kindergarten Orientation

Kindergartners showed up and signed up during Kindergarten Orientation.

Our Kindergarten Orientation was held on April 10, 2026 at 10:00 am. We loved meeting the class of 2039 and their families. If you have a child turning five years old before September 30, 2026, please call our Registrar, Angela Agana, by email amagana@fcps.edu or phone 703-326-5200.to schedule a registration appointment today!


Run-a-Thon was a Dashing Success

Run a thon

The sun was out, and our students had a fantastic time at this year’s Run-a-thon! A huge thank you to our PTA and our PE teachers, Mr. Welch and Mr. Corbin, for coordinating this two-day celebration of movement and wellness. We are so grateful for the incredible community support that makes events like this possible for our students.


Day 131 Attendance

 

Every Day Counts: Let's Finish 42 Days Strong

Today, we celebrate third grade for their second consecutive day of perfect attendance. We also celebrate the 407 students for the milestone of attending 10 Days Strong from March 19 through April 13.

We have 42 days remaining in the school year. Instruction will continue each and every day to ensure that students meet end of year benchmarks and successfully complete the school year.

Please be mindful of instructional days when planning spring vacations. Thank you for your continued support and for prioritizing your child's daily attendance!


Special Education Conference This Weekend

Special Education Conference

Join more than 500 families and community members for this year’s 2026 Special Education Family Conference on Saturday, April 18, at Marshall High School.

Confirm your attendance for this year’s conference by completing the 2026 Special Education Family Conference Registration Form.


Visit the Herndon Pyramid Art Show 

Art Show

There is a beautiful exhibit of artwork from Herndon Pyramid students. We encourage you to visit.

Where:  Herndon United Methodist Church | 701 Bennett Street Herndon, VA

When: April 11th through May 1st.

  • Saturday 10:00 am through 4:00 pm
  • Sunday 11:00 am  through 4:00 pm
  • Monday through Friday 9:00 am through 4:00 pm

Celebrate #FCPSEarthWeek

Earth Week

Earth Week April 20 through April 24. Monday wear nature print. Tuesday wear white. Wednesday wear green. Thursday wear red. Friday wear blue. Celebrate #FCPSEarthWeek.

  • Monday, April 20 – wear nature print for Wildlife Day
  • Tuesday, April 21 – wear white for Zero Waste Day
  • Wednesday, April 22 – wear green for Earth Day
  • Thursday, April 23 – wear red for Climate Change Day
  • Friday, April 24 – wear blue for Watershed Day

Remember to Purchase Your 2025-2026 Yearbook by April 24th

Yearbook Cover

Yearbook orders are due April 24th! Yearbooks are $20.00 Please pay online with ID 14267226. You may also pay with cash in the main office. 

Lifetouch /https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/

Yearbook ID 14267226


Join Us for the Best Buddies Friendship Walk

Best Buddies

The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is coming up on Saturday, April 25th. Join us in walking together and building friendships Saturday, April 25th at 8:30 am. Register online to join the Dranesville Dragons team.


Professionals Needed for Career Day

Career Day

We are looking for dynamic presenters to share their professional expertise! This event will follow a Career Fair format where each presenter will have a designated area for students to visit. Students will rotate through the fair to interact with representatives from a wide host of career pathways.

We encourage you to bring props, posters, or other engaging materials to spark curiosity, as you will be interacting with students across multiple grade levels. Giveaways are also welcome!

Please complete the form below if you are interested in volunteering. We appreciate your support as we work to expose our students to a diverse array of career fields and future opportunities.

Please complete our Volunteer Form Link by May 1, 2026. Help us make this an unforgettable day of discovery and show our students their future possibilities!


Standards of Learning Assessment Dates

SOL Drake
  • May 5th: 5 and 6 Reading
  • May 7th: 3 and 4 Reading
  • May 12th: 5 and 6 Math
  • May 14th: 3 and 4 Math
  • May 19th: 5th Science

The SOL assessment window is from April 27th through June 3rd. Grade level assessments will be administered on the dates noted above. Makeups and retakes will be administered between April 27th and June 3rd.


Digital Tools to Support Student Learning

Digital Tools

Students have access to a robust suite of digital resources for learning across the content areas. Here is information about resources by grade level that can support learning aligned to the curriculum both in the classroom and at home. 

Lexia Core 5

Calendar Reminders

April 18: Special Education Conference | Science Olympiad | All County Chorus Performance

April 21: No School | School Planning & Teacher Workday

April 22: Full Day of School 9:20 AM- 4:05 PM

April 25: Best Buddies Walk, Washington D.C.

May 4-8: Staff Appreciation Week

May 6: Walk and Bike to School Day

May 5 - June 6: Standards of Learning Assessments for Grades 3 through 6

June 4: Spring Music Concert

June 12: Out of the Box Day

June 15: Career Day

25-26 School Year Calendar

25-26 SACC Calendar


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