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Hello Bull Run Families!
It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into the final week of the first quarter!
Our students have been working hard—tackling new challenges, showing kindness, and demonstrating their knowledge every day.
As we close out this first quarter, let’s take a moment to celebrate growth—big and small. Whether it’s mastering math facts, increasing their vocabulary, or showing leadership in the classroom, every success adds up to an incredible start to the year.
Let’s finish #chargerSTRONG this week! Encourage your student to reflect on their progress, set new goals, and—of course—have fun along the way!
SIS ParentVUE End-of-Quarter Closure: The Gradebook in SIS ParentVUE and StudentVUE will be closed for the end of the first quarter from Friday, October 31, 4 p.m. to Monday, November 10, 6 a.m. Activate your ParentVUE account to easily access grade reports.
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Tomorrow, Friday 10/24, is PTA's Trunk or Treat event! Hope to see you all there! For the past 2 years, I've been the 'Arm Wrestling Pirate'. This year, I'm giving my arm a rest and I will be in charge of giving out cool tattoos instead--still dressed as a pirate though!
Reminders:
-Show your Bull Run spirit tomorrow, Friday 10/17, and wear school colors or swag!
-Next Friday, 10/31, is a 2-hour early dismissal for all students! It is also Character Dress Up Day! Students and staff are encouraged to dress as their favorite book, TV or movie character to school! Please *no masks, weapons, or blood/gore*
Have a great weekend!
-Mr. Marotta
October 23: Parent Information Meeting: Understanding the Full-Time AAP Screening Process
5:30pm-7:00pm via Zoom
Meeting ID: 920 8432 9241
Passcode: 993713
https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/92084329241?pwd=Cng1nijRaZQLOWn5theoxRLyVb7uBe.1
October 24: PTA Trunk or Treat event (5:30pm-7:30pm)
October 30: Field Day (Grades 1-6)
October 31: Character Dress up Spirit Day; Halloween; 2-Hour Early Dismissal at 2:00pm; Last day of 1st quarter
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Disability History and Awareness Month
In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.
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*The full FCPS 2025-2026 calendar can be accessed here.
Part of Digital Citizenship Week, students and staff dresed up in western-themed clothing to represent digital "hoof-prints" we all make whenever we click, comment or post!
A 4th grade student working with manipulatives exploring equivalent fractions!
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OCTOBER 31 IS CHARACTER DAY!
Dress up like your favorite book, television or movie character!
*Please- no masks, weapons or blood/gore*
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Veterans Day Event
On Friday, November 10, we are planning to honor our American Military Veterans with a lunch, parade and assembly at Bull Run ES. If you or a family member is a Veteran and would be able to attend our event, please use the link below to answer the following questions so that we can best plan for our event.
https://forms.gle/fNYbji8cC25aVWBm9
Thank you for your feedback and for your service.
 Nominations are now open for the FCPS Honors Outstanding Employee Awards!
To submit a nomination for Bull Run ES Outstanding employee, please complete the nomination through this Google Form link: bit.ly/BRESAwards2526
All that is required is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work. You may nominate up to one employee per category. Not sure about category? We will make sure your nominee is recognized properly!
Categories include:
- Outstanding Teacher
- Outstanding New Teacher (3 years experience or less)
- Outstanding New Principal
- Outstanding School-Based Leader
- Outstanding Professional Employee
- Outstanding Operational Employee
The deadline to submit a nomination is November 11th.
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Plaugher at lcplaugher@fcps.edu
COMING SOON: READ-A-THON!
We’re excited to host a Read-a-thon this year to raise funds for our school!
It will begin on November 5th and run through Wednesday, November 19th.
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https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054BADA623A1F9C25-58503206-trunk
Mark your calendars! Our annual Trunk or Treat event is coming up! It's a spooktacular time for the whole family and portions of proceeds will be to support our amazing 6th-grade class.
When: Friday, October 24, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
Cost: Admission is FREE!
What's Happening? Trunk-or-treating, games, activity stations, and a "Best Trunk" Contest judged by the PTA board!
Dinner? Pizza, soda, and snacks will be available for purchase to support the 6th grade.
This is a fun, safe, and family-friendly event. Remember, this is NOT a drop-off event, so students must be accompanied by an adult the whole time!
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Get ready! SYA Sports is now registering for Winter Basketball & Wrestling for Boys & Girls, ages 5–18.
Action needed: Avoid late fees by registering before the November 1st deadline!
Sign up today at www.syasports.org!
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For Bull Run ES families in need of resources in our community:
For assistance with meeting basic needs, please contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at: 703-222-0880 or visit their website at: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/coordinated-services-planning CSP provides information, referral, linkage, and advocacy to public and private human services available to Fairfax County residents. Through partnerships with community-based organizations and other Fairfax County agencies, CSP assists callers with the following services: basic needs, financial assistance, health care services, and referrals to services and resources.
Please explore the following links to resources in the community for food:
Chantilly High School Haunted House Event – Saturday, 10/25
It's that time of year again for one of our community's favorite fall events - the Chantilly High School Haunted House! Along with the Haunted House, there will be games, face painting, and refreshments for sale. Proceeds benefit the Chargers Field Hockey, Girls Lacrosse & the Swim & Dive programs. Tickets are $10 in advance ($15 at the door). To order your tickets, use the QR code or log on to www.CHSHauntedHouse.com
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i9 Sports
Winter Sports: Flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, ZIP cheer, & volleyball.
Register Now: Season starts 01/11/26. Final deadline 12/14/25.
SAVE $20: Register by 11/09/25!
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Looking for something fun and family-friendly to do with you and your family? Look no further than Lake Braddock Theatre's fall production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream! Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night’s Dream follows the love story of four confused Athenians, a wacky bunch of actors preparing their play for the upcoming royal wedding, and a forest full of magical fairies who tend to disrupt the natural order of the human world. This show is set around a PG-rating and will perform on October 30th, 31st, and November 1st! A special addition, those who come on October 31st, Halloween, will be able to get a photo with their favorite cast members! Costumes are encouraged. Tickets can be purchased at lbtheatre.com. We hope to see you there!
BENCHMARK UPDATE
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