Dear Cherry Run Families,
As we settle into the final quarter of the school year, we have had a week defined by heart, new beginnings, and heritage.
On Tuesday, we hosted our Kindergarten Orientation. It was such a joy to see the pure excitement of our rising Kindergarten students as they walked the halls for the first time. We are thrilled to officially welcome these new families to CRES!
Wednesday was truly special as we celebrated Purple Up! Day. Seeing our hallways filled with purple in honor of our military-connected students was a powerful reminder of the resilience within our community. We want to give a huge thank you to the Cherry Run Purple Up Committee and the PTA .The after-school Purple Up event was a massive success and brought so many smiles to our students' faces!
To top off an incredible week, we hope to see you all this evening for International Night! This is a cherished event, where we celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and stories that make our school so unique. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the week and celebrate all of our Cherry Run community.
Don’t forget that this coming Monday is our Booster Glow Run Fundraiser. We are looking forward to a high-energy event to kick off next week!
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend, and we hope to see you tonight!
Sincerely,
Maura Donahue and Dave Arthur
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- 4/21 Student Holiday-special election
- 5/6 CRES Math Night (details below)
- 5/25 Memorial Day-No School
- 5/26 Student Holiday-Teacher Workday
- 5/27 Holiday-Eid al Adha
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No School April 21/Meals for Students
April Statewide Election: No School for Students
There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
Adjusted Elementary Early Release Wednesdays
Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22 and April 29, which were previously early release Wednesdays for elementary schools.
This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.
Spring SOL Testing Dates:
3rd Grade
- Friday, May 1 - Reading SOL
- Friday, May 15 - Math SOL
4th Grade
- Wednesday, May 6 - Reading SOL
- Thursday, May 14 - Math SOL
5th Grade
- Friday, May 1 - Reading SOL
- Friday, May 8 - Science SOL
- Friday, May 15 - Math SOL
6th Grade
- Wednesday, May 6 - Reading SOL
- Thursday, May 14 - Math SOL
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SOL Support
Students will be participating in spring assessments based on their grade level and courses. This includes summative assessments like Standards of Learning (SOL) tests, which measure what a student knows, and progress assessments like Measures of Academic Progress (MAP) tests, which measure where they are in their learning.
FCPS encourages all families to support their students in taking these tests. Virginia requires schools to test at least 95% of students on SOLs, so when families choose not to participate in testing, it can impact a school’s accreditation, accountability ratings, and ability to measure student progress accurately.
Parents and caregivers can help their children perform their best on these tests by reminding them to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast. Please remember the cell phone policy still applies during testing season.
It is important that students attend school on scheduled testing dates. If you are aware of a conflict that may cause your student to miss a test, please notify us as soon as possible.
Learn more about how to support your child and why test participation matters.
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Calendar Updates
Updates to 2026-27 School Year CalendarThe School Board voted to direct the superintendent to designate Veterans Day as a standard instructional day for the 2026-27 school year. Because this day was added, the 2026-27 school year will now end for students on Wednesday, June 16, 2027. Find additional information on BoardDocs. View the updated complete school year calendar on FCPS’ website.
The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — has not changed.
FY 2027 Budget: Sustaining Excellence
Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 Budget
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes an online survey. Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence.
Infant and Toddler Resources
Resources to Help Infants and Toddlers Meet Milestones
Are you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child’s development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas: communication, fine and/or gross motor skills, self-help skills, problem-solving, and attention skills. Learn more about typical developmental milestones.
The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) provides evaluations and services for children (0-36 months) who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.
Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30).
FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to call 571-423-4121 with questions.
Upcoming Community Events
Military Family Field Day – Saturday, April 18 (12:00–2:00 p.m.) Hosted by FCPS at Annandale High School, this event will include games, crafts, and opportunities to connect with other military families. Food will be available for purchase. RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdN9H0hfzurI4njTgwaaGCVL6lTKPXHjZcg8bGuPvxlAT-rfQ/viewform Please RSVP by March 27.
Community Conversations
Community Conversations: Share Your Thoughts With Dr. Reid
As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on:
Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but it helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.
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