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Roadrunner Rundown 

12/4/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

This week we are considering ways to support friends and family when they struggle or help them when things are hard.  Our winter drive is a perfect opportunity to do this. Thank you to those who have contributed.  Please consider brainstorming with your children about ways they can show support at school and home by letting kindness be their guide in the decisions they make.

FCPS sent out information to families last week about safety during the winter months, including dressing appropriately for outdoor activities and guidelines for weather related delays and cancellations.  We are sharing this information again at the end of this communication to assist parents in preparing for the winter months and the unexpected schedule changes it may bring.  It is important that parents and students have a well-communicated plan in place in the event of these emergency situations so that children know where to go or what to do if a parent will not be home.

Have a great week!

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Lost & Found

Our Lost & Found is growing.  Remind your children to stop by to look for items they are missing.  Please label your child’s belongings.  

 

Winter Concert (Band, Chorus, and Strings)

Please join us for the Winter Concert on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 pm.  

 

Family Life Education Lessons

As a reminder, in the fall, we shared information about Family Life Education (FLE) and allowed families to opt their students out if desired.

Starting next Wednesday, December 13 - Friday, December 15, 5th and 6th grade students will receive instruction on the Human Growth and Development portion of FLE.  4th grade students will have lessons on December 15.

Details about the FLE program and the opt-out process are outlined in the attached letter.  Paper opt-out forms will be sent home in tomorrow's Tuesday folder for 4th - 6th grade students.

Please inform us by Friday, December 8, if you wish to opt your child out of FLE.  If you choose to do so, kindly complete and return the opt-out form linked on our website or provided via Tuesday folder or email Assistant Principal Antoinette Nauflett at [email protected] on or before Friday, December 8.

Your cooperation is appreciated in ensuring we meet your preferences regarding your child's education.

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PTA Update

Registration is open for Marshall Road Elementary School's production of "Finding Nemo the Musical"!  

Calling all 5th and 6th grade students!  Are you interested in learning about theater and being part of a live production?  Enroll in our theater enrichment class under the direction of MRES Alumni Ashton Schaffer.   

This year's musical promises a wave of excitement and laughter as it brings the beloved Pixar classic to life on stage, starring our talented Marshall Road students!  Before the auditions on January 8 and 9, come to a Theater Workshop on December 11 and 12 (7:50 am-9:05 am), to learn more about the basics of theater and see if this program is right for you.  You'll work with Director Ashton Schaffer, the director of the past two MRES musicals, on bringing this unforgettable experience through the sea and stage!  Don't miss your chance to make a splash in the spotlight!  Practices will be held M/T/Th/F before school from January to March and performances are scheduled for the week of March 18.  See flyer for more details.  

Registration is currently open and will close on Friday, December 15 at 9:00 pm. Register at https://marshallroad.schooltwist.org/.  Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register.  Note: You do not need to register in advance to attend the Theater Workshops.    

Questions or looking to volunteer?  Email PTA theater activity chair Lisa Kelso at [email protected]. 

    

Holiday Gifts/Class Gifts for Teachers and Staff

We know many families like to show their appreciation for teachers and staff with a gift around the holiday season. If you’d like to participate, please use this GiftCrowd page to leave a note and a gift for any staff member that has made a difference to your family. The list includes all teachers and staff at Marshall Road, so you can give to your student’s main teacher, as well as specials teachers, specialists, and other staff, all in one place.  Staff members will be able to redeem their gifts for one or more gift cards (including Amazon, Target, Walmart, or hundreds of others).    

We hope this will take some burden off Room Reps and allow gift recipients to benefit from one larger group gift that they can choose how to use.  GiftCrowd is free to use – it does not charge any fees to either gift buyers or gift receivers.  The receiver will see the names of people that contribute but will only see the grand total of money contributed.      

The deadline to contribute is Thursday, December 14, 9:00 pm.  All gifts will be emailed to teachers and staff that evening.  Questions?  Email Renee at [email protected].    

 

Winter Coat Drive  

As the ONE campaign grows, the Madison Pyramid is mobilizing collective kindness and generosity to support our community this fall.  We are inviting you to join families across the pyramid in giving through the ONE Campaign Winter Wishes Drives.  #ONEKindAct can change the world.  YOU and your contributions MATTER.  Please read below for more information about how you can help at Marshall Road.

The MRES community will be collecting new or excellent used/ready-to-wear condition winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves for children, teens, and women from November 27 - December 8.   A drop-off box will be located in the MRES lobby.     

Contributions will be donated to Women Giving Back (https://womengivingback.org/). Sponsored by the MRES PTA.   

 

Save the Date: Dining for Dollars at Big Buns   

Have a craving for a GREAT BURGER?  Come on out to BIG BUNS in Vienna from 4:00 pm to close on Wednesday, December 13 and Big Buns will donate 20% of sales.  Online orders and deliveries included!  No code needed, just mention MRES at checkout.  

Check out the menu or place an order online at www.eatbigbuns.com.

 

Spring 2024 PTA Calendar 

Please mark your calendar for these upcoming spring events:

• Food4Thought Food Drive (January 16-19)
• Science Share/STEAM Night (February 1) 
• Book Fair (February 26-March 1)
• Family Reading Night (February 17)

 Download the spring 2024 PTA calendar here. 

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

FCPS Communications 

Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities

Your school’s principal will monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside.  Make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy their time outdoors. See the National Weather Service’s tips on staying safe during cold weather.

If you need assistance getting cold weather clothing for your family, please call Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and healthcare.

 

School Delays and Closings Due to Weather

Winter weather will be here before you know it!  Watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made.

FCPS’ website is generally the first place where we will announce an emergency weather closing.  Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated here.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

11/27/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you had a wonderful holiday weekend with family and friends. 

Thank you for supporting Marshall Road through your donations to the Runathon!  Your generosity makes such a difference in the lives of our students and staff!

Please consider being a part of the Madison Pyramid ONE Campaign Winter Wishes drives by joining with the MRES community to collect new or excellent used/ready-to-wear condition winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves for children, teens, and women.  Details can be found below.  

This week we will put a special emphasis on kindness as we launch the drive mentioned above and consider the small acts of creative kindness we can perform in simple ways for others.

We have only 15 school days until the winter break.  Regular and consistent attendance is key to student success.  The next few weeks will be filled with much learning and many enjoyable activities as we close out 2023.  Please mark your calendar for our Winter Concert (band, chorus, and strings!) which is taking place on Tuesday, December 12 at 6:30 pm.  

Have a great week!

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

PTA Update

We raised over $47,000 for Marshall Road!   

Thank you, Marshall Road community!  Our 13th annual Runathon raised over $47,000!  Your generosity will help our students, teachers, and staff throughout the year!  Every dollar will help enrich our school!  

Thank you to all our volunteers who helped make the Runathon a success and thanks again to all our wonderful sponsors.  Finally, congratulations to all our raffle and prize winners!! 

  

Winter Coat Drive  

As the ONE campaign grows, the Madison Pyramid is mobilizing collective kindness and generosity to support our community this fall.  We are inviting you to join families across the pyramid in giving through the ONE Campaign Winter Wishes Drives.  #ONEKindAct can change the world.  YOU and your contributions MATTER.  Please read below for more information about how you can help at Marshall Road:    

The MRES community will be collecting new or excellent used/ready-to-wear condition winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves for children, teens, and women beginning today through December 8.  A drop-off box will be located in the MRES lobby.     

Contributions will be donated to Women Giving Back (https://womengivingback.org/). Sponsored by the MRES PTA.   

 

Game Night at iCode Vienna 

Drop the kids off at iCode Vienna for game night fun and all the proceeds will go back to Marshall Road's PTA!  Kids will get to play in the eSports gaming lounge, play Roblox with friends in the Mac room, go to a virtual world using VR Oculus Headsets, get creative with LEGO, watch movies and just have fun!  This event is taking place on Friday, December 1, 5:30-8:30 pm.  Pizza and drinks are included!  Register here.  

 

Holiday Gifts/Class Gifts for Teachers and Staff  

We know many families like to show their appreciation for teachers and staff with a gift around the holiday season.  If you’d like to participate, please use this GiftCrowd page to leave a note and a gift for any staff member that has made a difference to your family.  The list includes all teachers and staff at Marshall Road, so you can give to your student’s main teacher, as well as specials teachers, specialists, and other staff, all in one place.  Staff members will be able to redeem their gifts for one or more gift cards (including Amazon, Target, Walmart, or hundreds of others).    

We hope this will take some burden off Room Reps and allow gift recipients to benefit from one larger group gift that they can choose how to use.  GiftCrowd is free to use – it does not charge any fees to either gift buyers or gift receivers.  The receiver will see the names of people that contribute but will only see the grand total of money contributed.  

The deadline to contribute is Thursday, December 14,  9:00 pm.  All gifts will be emailed to teachers and staff that evening.  Questions? Email Renee at [email protected]. 

  

New Student Directory  

We are pleased to share that the Marshall Road student directory is complete, and you should be receiving it via email from your Room Rep soon.  The directory is in PDF format and contains information such as the names and emails of teachers/staff, student names, and parent/guardian emails.  The directory is exclusively for the private use of Marshall Road Elementary School families.    

Having a student directory is a wonderful way to promote communication and community among parents and students, which has a variety of benefits for everyone involved.  For example, parents/guardians can facilitate playdates, send party invitations, and support extracurricular activities.  

In the past few weeks, Room Reps have also been sharing classroom contacts.  If you do not receive the school-wide student directory or your classroom contacts, please reach out to your Room Rep.  Questions can be directed to [email protected].   

 

Free shipping on all Marshall Road Spirit Wear until November 30!  

Choose from 12 designs and place it on sweatshirts, t-shirts, bags, blankets, and more!  Items will ship directly to you!  Shop at https://marshallroadspiritwear.com/. 

 

Dive into the world of theater with Marshall Road Elementary School's production of "Finding Nemo the Musical"!  

Calling all 5th and 6th grade students!  Are you interested in learning about theater and being part of a live production?  Enroll in our theater enrichment class under the direction of MRES Alumni Ashton Schaffer.  

This year's musical promises a wave of excitement and laughter as it brings the beloved Pixar classic to life on stage, starring our talented Marshall Road students!  Before the auditions on January 8 and 9, come to a Theater Workshop on December 11 and 12 (7:50 am-9:00 am), to learn more about the basics of theater and see if this program is right for you.  You will work with Director Ashton Schaffer (director of the past two MRES musicals) on bringing this unforgettable experience through the sea and stage!  Don't miss your chance to make a splash in the spotlight!  Practices will be held M/T/Th/F before school from January to March and performances are scheduled for the week of March 18th.    

Registration opens Sunday, December 3 at 7:00 pm and will close on Friday, December 15 at 9:00 pm. Register at https://marshallroad.schooltwist.org/.  Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register.  Note: You do not need to register in advance to attend the Theater Workshops.    

Questions or looking to volunteer?  Email PTA theater activity chair Lisa Kelso at [email protected].   

  

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

Special Thank to our PTA

We would be remiss if we didn’t take a moment to acknowledge the many ways our PTA board and families are supporting students, staff, and family experiences at MRES!  From the monthly support of our composting initiative to the recent author visit, to the generous donations for the staff Thanksgiving meal to the incredibly successful Runathon fundraiser.  Thank you for ALL you do to support MRES!  

FCPS Communications 

Winter Break Opportunities for Students

FCPS Adult and Community Education has launched a new STEM kit program for students (grades 3-5) focused on extending learning when students are out of school.  ACE is offering a comprehensive STEM kit that includes five exciting projects and fifteen learning activities.  All materials are included!  ACE STEM Kits will surely stimulate curiosity and engage students in the rapidly growing area of science, technology, engineering, and math.  Details below.

Stem Kit Flyer    Stem Kit Ad    Flyer

Pyramid Happenings

“The Snowman” in Concert

Come spend a day in a winter wonderland at James Madison HS on Saturday, December 9 at 10:30 am in the JMHS Auditorium.  Enjoy a showing of the animated winter classic Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman with live music!  Following the movie, families can enjoy crafts and a chance to meet the Snowman and/or take a picture with Santa.  Purchase tickets here.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

11/13/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

Thank you for participating in the Runathon today!  It was exciting to see students, staff and families come out and support this PTA fundraiser.  The beautiful weather and time together as a school community to cheer, walk or run was a wonderful experience.  Please be sure to return your runathon packet by Friday, November 17 to be included in the daily raffle.

This time of year we reflect on how fortunate we are to work in such an amazing community. Our Positivity Project term this week is gratitude. We are thankful for all of you and we are especially grateful for your children.

We wish you all a peaceful and restful Thanksgiving break. There will be no school for students and staff on November 22, 23 and 24.  

Much peace.

Matt Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Fall Photos are Available Online

Victor O’Neill Studios would like to inform you that student image proofs were sent via email and orders were shipped last week.  It is not too late to order!  Please visit: vosphoto.com/underclass and use your student ID when prompted for the online code.  For questions regarding school pictures please email: [email protected].

 

Fall Picture Retakes and Make-up Day

Picture retakes and make-ups will take place this Wednesday, November 15.  If you want your child’s picture retaken please let the teacher know so that they can be included in the retakes. Please return purchased photos if your child is having their picture retaken.  If you are new to Marshall Road, your child will be called down to be photographed and you will be able to view and order photos online.  More information about retakes can be found at vosphoto.com/retakes.  For questions regarding school pictures please email: [email protected].

 

Classroom Monitors or Parent Volunteers

We are looking for monitors to assist teachers in classrooms and are wondering if you or someone you know might be interested.  There are two options that we would like to share with you.

FCPS Hourly Paid Position - part or full time

Job Description: Provides supervision of students throughout the school day to include but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and non-instructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; works with individual and small groups of students.

Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Must be comfortable managing student behaviors in large and small groups, ensuring all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; and has general familiarity/skills with basic office technology in support of teachers, students, and the classroom.

Hourly pay: $16.95

How to Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to Karlen McClain at  [email protected] and apply online.

Volunteer - volunteer in a classroom for an hour (or more) on a weekly basis to assist a teacher(s).  If you are interested in this option, please complete this google form. 

 

Cafeteria Thanksgiving Lunch

The Thanksgiving lunch menu for students on November 16 will include: sliced turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, apple slices, black bean burger (vegetarian option), milk and a pumpkin cookie.

PTA Update

Please help us reach our Runathon goal!   

Our Marshall Road students showed great strength and endurance on the track today as they ran laps to support our school!  Now it's our turn to show our support for them!  Marshall Road community please help us reach our goal!  Every contribution helps support student programs, as well as every student, teacher, and staff member at Marshall Road!

Please visit our Runathon website to learn more and make a tax-deductible donation!  All donations are due by this Friday, November 17 at midnight. 

Students will have a chance to earn prizes each day this week with our Daily Raffle!  Our top prizes will be announced Monday, November 20.  Questions?  Please email [email protected].

 

Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day 

Join us on the Bike Train or walk to school on our next Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day on Tuesday, November 14!  This will be the last Bike Train before a winter pause. 

The Bike Train departs Meadow Lane Park at 8:45 am.  Students may meet at Meadow Lane or join the Bike Train along the route.  If you have a student joining the Bike Train, please consider signing up to chaperone some of the rides!   

If your student rides in the morning, please make sure they know how they are getting home in the afternoon and where they will meet you (at school, at home, or at Meadow Lane Park).  If they normally take the bus, you must inform the MRES office that they will be biking home (email [email protected]).  Riders must have a helmet and be comfortable riding a two-wheel bike on neighborhood roads.  Please visit our Bike Train page for additional details or use this link to join the Bike Train parents group.

 

Dining for Dollars at Chipotle this Tuesday!

Let’s get this burrito rolling!!  Order takeout or dine in at Chipotle from 5:00-9:00 pm on Tuesday, November 14 and 33% of sales will be donated to MRES!  Order online or on the app, use the promo code EXXTE3N.  If you order at the store, simply show the flyer or mention Marshall Road Elementary. 

 

Join us for our next Chat with Chapman & PTA Meeting! 

Our next meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00 pm.  At the meeting, the school will give an overview of Responsive Classroom and what this program looks like at MRES.  We will also give an update on the Runathon and discuss upcoming plans for winter and spring, including STEAM Night and Literacy Night.  We hope to see you there! 

Please use this zoom link to join.

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972

Passcode: 319256

 

Sign up to Contribute to the Teacher & Staff Thanksgiving Luncheon 

On Monday, November 20, Marshall Road teachers and staff will enjoy their annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.  Please help us show how thankful we are for them by signing up to donate an item to this special lunch or to help decorate.  The PTA will provide turkey for the meal and MRES staff will bring sides to share with one another.   

We will be serving approximately 125 teachers and staff.  Contributions can be dropped off in the lobby from 8:15-10:30 am on Monday, November 20.  The Luncheon will start promptly at 11:00 am, so it's important that items arrive on time.   

 

New Student Directory 

We are pleased to share that the Marshall Road student directory is complete, and you should be receiving it via email soon from your Room Rep.  The directory is in PDF format and contains information such as the names and emails of teachers/staff, student names, and parent/guardian emails.  The directory is exclusively for the private use of Marshall Road Elementary School families.   

Having a student directory is a wonderful way to promote communication and community among parents and students, which has a variety of benefits for everyone involved.  For example, parents/guardians can facilitate playdates, send party invitations, and support extracurricular activities. 

In the past few weeks, Room Reps have also been sharing classroom contacts.  If you do not receive the school-wide student directory or your classroom contacts, please reach out to your Room Rep.  Questions can be directed to [email protected]. 

 

Winter Coat Drive 

As the ONE campaign grows, the Madison Pyramid is mobilizing collective kindness and generosity to support our community this fall.  We are inviting you to join families across the pyramid in giving through the ONE Campaign Winter Wishes Drives.  #ONEKindAct can change the world.  YOU and your contributions MATTER.  Please read below for more information about how you can help at Marshall Road:   

The MRES community will be collecting new or excellent used/ready-to-wear condition winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves for children, teens, and women from November 27-December 8.  A drop-off box will be located in the MRES lobby.    

Contributions will be donated to Women Giving Back (https://womengivingback.org/). Sponsored by the MRES PTA. 

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected! 

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.

FCPS Communications 

Full-Time AAP Referral Window Reminder for Parents

Parents/guardians who would like their student to be considered for full-time Advanced Academic services may submit the Full-Time Referral Form to the local school Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), Christine Marucchi, at [email protected], no later than December 15, 2023.  No late forms will be accepted. You may also include the following optional materials: AAP Parent/Guardian Questionnaire and two work 8 ½ by 11 work samples. For additional information go to Advanced Academic Programs.

 

Performance at Luther Jackson Middle School

Gravestone Manor runs Thursday, November 16, 7:00 pm, Friday November 17,  7:00 pm, and Saturday, November 18,  2:30 pm and 7:00 pm at Luther Jackson Middle School.  The Saturday matinee is especially for students to meet the actors and take pictures on the set with them.  Actors are alumni from local schools so please come out and support them!  Show runs about 55 minutes and there is no intermission.  Flyer

Pyramid Happenings

Pyramid Parent Night with Author and long-time Educator Rick Wormeli 

Join us November 14 at 7:00 pm in the auditorium at Madison High School for an engaging conversation with Rick Wormeli.  Rick is an advocate for practical and compelling educational change and is deeply committed to ensuring that the educational process reflects needed transitions in instructional practice to prepare our students for the world after high school.  He understands our skills-based mastery learning framework, grading practices and MAD Wings program.  Mr. Wormeli brings a wealth of experience and research based expertise to our conversations.  For more information on Mr. Wormeli, please visit his website.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

11/8/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you enjoyed the long weekend.  Teachers were engaged in personal development activities, parent conferences and preparing for the 2nd quarter the past two days.  We enter this new quarter with much anticipation as we grow and learn together.

Our Runathon is this Friday, November 10.  We hope you can join us as we cheer for our roadrunners.  Please remind your children to turn in their envelopes whether they raised money or not and they will be included in a raffle.  Students will be running by grade and the schedule is below.  

• Grades K, 2 - 10:00 am-11:00 am
• Grades 4, 5, 6 - 11:15 am-12:15 pm 
• Grades 1, 3 - 1:45 pm-2:45 pm

We want to pause and say thank you to all of the veterans that are part of our Marshall Road Community.  Your sacrifice and that of your family is priceless and we are forever grateful.

Much peace.

Matt Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Lost and Found Items

All unclaimed items that have been collected since the beginning of the school year will be donated on Friday November 10.  Please remind your children to check for lost items this week.

 

Fall Photos are Available Online

Victor O’Neill Studios would like to inform you that student image proofs were sent via email and orders were mailed last week.  Please check your spam/junk folder if you did not receive this email.  It is not too late to order!  Please visit: vosphoto.com/underclass and use your student ID when prompted for the online code.

For questions regarding school pictures please email: [email protected].

 

Picture Retakes / Make-up Day

Picture retakes and make-ups will take place on November 15.  If you want your child’s picture retaken please let the teacher know so that they can be included. Students should take their purchased photos with them when having their picture retaken.  Students new to Marshall Road will be called down to be photographed.  Image proofs and the option to order photos will be available online at vosphoto.com/underclass. For questions regarding school pictures please email: [email protected]. 

 

Thanksgiving Lunch

The Thanksgiving lunch menu for students on November 16 will include: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, apple slices, black bean burger (vegetarian option), milk and a pumpkin cookie.

PTA Update

Join us for the 13th Annual Runathon & Support Marshall Road! 

The 13th Annual Runathon is this Friday, November 10th.  Students, teachers, and parents/caregivers will be running laps during the school day to earn money for our school!  This is our ONE main fundraiser of the year and money raised supports the PTA’s programs throughout the year, including community events (like our Family Picnics, Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast, International Night, STEAM Night, and Ice Cream Social), author visits, classroom grants, teacher appreciation, and much more!  Your contributions will help support every one of these programs, as well as every student, teacher, and staff member at Marshall Road!  Please visit our Runathon website to learn more and make a tax-deductible donation!     

We hope you can come out and join us this Friday!  You are welcome to run laps with your student or cheer on our runners.  Simply come to the fields behind the school at your student's assigned time.  Questions?  Please email [email protected]. 

Note: Every student will receive a free Runathon shirt to wear on Friday.  Some teachers will send it home with students on Thursday and others will have students keep it at school, so they don’t forget it.  Please also remember to send a reusable water bottle with your student on Friday. 

 

Save the Date: Dining for Dollars at Chipotle!

Let’s get this burrito rolling!!  Order takeout or dine in at Chipotle on Tuesday, November 14, 5:00-9:00 pm.  33% of sales will be donated to MRES!  Order online or on the app, use the promo code EXXTE3N.  If you order at the store, simply show the flyer or mention Marshall Road Elementary. 

 

Join us for our next Chat with Chapman & PTA Meeting! 

Our next meeting will be held virtually on Wednesday, November 15 at 7:00 pm.  At the meeting, the school will give an overview of Responsive Classroom and what this program looks like at MRES.  We will also give an update on the Runathon and discuss upcoming plans for winter and spring, including STEAM Night and Literacy Night.  We hope to see you there!

Please use this zoom link to join.

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972

Passcode: 319256 

 

Sign up to Contribute to the Teacher & Staff Thanksgiving Luncheon

On Monday, November 20th, Marshall Road teachers and staff will enjoy their annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.  Please help us show how thankful we are for them by signing up to donate an item to this special lunch or to help decorate.  The PTA will provide turkey for the meal and MRES staff will bring sides to share with one another.  

We will be serving approximately 125 teachers and staff.  Contributions can be dropped off in the lobby from 8:15-10:30 am on Monday, November 20.  The Luncheon will start promptly at 11:00 am, so it's important that items arrive on time.    

 

Fall Collection: Donate Straw Bales, Gourds, or Potted Mums; Recycle Candy Wrappers! 

Thanks to those that composted pumpkins last week.  We can continue to take the following autumn items off your hands in November! Flyer 

·         Potted Mums: Drop off near the bench in front of school any day.  Students can plant them in the gardens.

·         Straw bales: Drop off near the bench in front of school any day.  These will be used in the gardens.

·         Gourds: Drop off near the bench in front of school any day.   Students will examine their seeds.

·         Plastic Candy Wrappers: Bring your candy wrappers to school and place them in the Trash or Treasure box in the lobby November 1-17.  The PTA will send them to be recycled.  Please only plastic candy wrappers (no cardboard; and no plastic baggies).  To learn more about how wrappers will be recycled, watch this video.

   

Stay Informed and Get Connected! 

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.

FCPS Communications 

Full-Time AAP Referral Window Reminder for Parents

Parents/guardians who would like their student to be considered for full-time Advanced Academic services may submit the Full-Time Referral Form to the local school Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART), Christine Marucchi, at [email protected], no later than December 15, 2023.  No late forms will be accepted. You may also include the following optional materials: AAP Parent/Guardian Questionnaire and two work 8 ½ by 11 work samples. For additional information go to Advanced Academic Programs.

 

National Family Engagement Month

November is National Family Engagement Month!  This month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers.  Over 35 years of research shows that the most effective way to increase student achievement is for families to be actively involved in their children's education.  Family engagement is a shared responsibility between home, school, and the community.  The importance of family engagement will be highlighted during the month of November as we celebrate and strengthen family-school partnerships together.

The Family and School Partnerships Office has provided suggested activities and resources for the Family Engagement Month for schools and families to celebrate this month together. More ideas for families can be found in the calendar.

 

Community Review of Elementary ELA Basal Instructional Resources

A community review of the VDOE-approved Cycle II core instructional materials is scheduled for November 15- December 15 at noon.  As part of the public review process, an open house has been scheduled during this period to allow community members to ask questions to members of the Elementary Language Arts team. 

Digital materials for public review and comment will be available on the Elementary Language Arts Basal Resource Review website.

Hard copies of instructional materials will be available for review at:

Pimmit Hills Center, Room 207   

7510 Lisle Avenue  Falls Church, VA 22043  

Materials may be reviewed at Pimmit Hills Center Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm.  Visitors should enter through door #4 and check in at the main office or with the building coordinator on duty. 

An open house with representatives from the Elementary Language Arts team will be held on Friday, December 1,  4:00-8:00 pm and Saturday, December 2, 9:00 am-3:00 pm.  

All community feedback will be shared with the review committee and with School Board members before the vote at the School Board regular meeting.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

10/30/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

The Runathon Kick-Off took place last Friday.  Students and staff enjoyed watching the video which highlighted our Roadrunner training for the Runathon.  We hope you will watch the video with your children and join in on the excitement!  We encourage families to participate in the Runathon by training together, raising money together or simply cheering each other on.  Runathon packets were sent home with students.  Please remind your children to turn in their envelopes whether they raised money or not; all students who return the envelope  will be included in a raffle!  Students will be running by grade and the schedule is below.  We hope you can join us on November 10th for the big event!

• Grades K, 2 - 10:00 am-11:00 am
• Grades 4, 5, 6 - 11:15 am-12:15 pm 
• Grades 1, 3 - 1:45 pm-2:45 pm

We would like to recognize our veterans at the beginning of each run.  If you are a veteran and plan to attend the Runathon, please email Karlen McClain at [email protected] to let her know which run you will be attending.

This week we are discussing ways we can have an “Other People Mindset”.  It is not always easy to put the needs of others before our own needs.  Please join us in brainstorming with your Roadrunners about creative ways to care for others in this way.

Our 1st quarter ends this Friday, November 3rd and students will be dismissed 2 hours early.  There will be no school for students on November 6th and 7th while staff are involved in school planning and holding parent conferences. 

This is a reminder that we do not celebrate Halloween at school and students are not permitted to wear costumes.  We encourage students to keep candy at home after Halloween.

Much peace.

Matt Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

 

School Events & Information

Digital Citizenship Week 

This week is Digital Citizenship Week.  Teachers will be teaching lessons on this important skill set and students are encouraged to participate in the Spirit Week.  Details can be found in this flyer in English and Spanish.  Please encourage your children to participate in our Spirit Week.

• Monday: Sports Day - Represent your favorite sport
• Tuesday: Unity Day - Wear orange
• Wednesday: Wacky Sock Day - Wear wacky socks
• Thursday: Thoughtful Day - Wear a positive message
• Friday: Hat Day - Wear a hat 

 

Test Scores Available to Parents

iReady, Oral Reading Fluency, Virginia Growth Assessment or Virginia Kindergarten Readiness Assessment scores will be made available by the county according to the following schedule: 

• iReady (including ORF) grades 1-6 reports will be posted via SIS ParentVUE in late October 
• VGA grades 3-6 reports will be sent via U.S. Mail by the end of November
• VRKP grades K reports will be sent via U.S. Mail in early December

If you have questions related to these assessments, please reach out to Melissa Beland, School Test Coordinator at [email protected] or your student’s teacher.

 

Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid 

If you have not already done so, please go to your ParentVUE account and complete the Federal Impact Aid Form.  This needs to be completed online by November 16th for each child that attends Marshall Road.  For more information, please watch this short video https://youtu.be/bE8eyYJFS3c.

Steps to Access the Survey in ParentVue:

Step 1: Log in to SIS ParentVue

Step 2: Select the 'Online Packets' tab

Step 3: In the dropdown menu, select the '2023-2024 Federal Impact Aid Survey'

Step 4: Click the 'Begin Registration' button

PTA Update

Help support Marshall Road’s students and staff members by supporting the 13th Annual Runathon!

The 13th Annual Runathon is coming up on Friday, November 10th.  Students, teachers, and parents/caregivers will be running laps during the school day to earn money for our school!  This is our ONE main fundraiser of the year and money raised supports the PTA’s programs throughout the year, including community events (like our Family Picnics, Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast, International Night, STEAM Night, and Ice Cream Social), author visits, classroom grants, teacher appreciation, and much more!  100% of donations go directly to our school!  Please visit our Runathon website to create a personal fundraising page for your student, make a donation, view the class leaderboards and learn more about prizes!    

We hope you can come out and join us on November. 10th.  You can sign up here to volunteer (all volunteers will receive a free Runathon t-shirt!), or you can come run with your student or simply cheer them on as they complete their laps.  It’s a fun day for the whole school community.    

 

Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day / Decorate your Bike!

Join us on the Bike Train or walk to school on our next Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day tomorrow!  For this Bike Train, we invite everyone to decorate their bikes!  (Note: No costumes.  Only bike decorations.) See here for some ideas.

The Bike Train departs Meadow Lane Park at 8:45 am. Students may meet at Meadow Lane or join the Bike Train along the route.  If you have a student joining the Bike Train, please consider signing up to chaperone some of the rides!  

If your student rides in the morning, please make sure they know how they are getting home in the afternoon and where they will meet you (at school, at home, or at Meadow Lane Park).  If they normally take the bus, you must inform the MRES office that they will be biking home (email j[email protected]).  Riders must have a helmet and be comfortable riding a two-wheel bike on neighborhoods roads.  Please visit our Bike Train page for additional details or use this link to join the Bike Train parents group.

 

Fall Collection: Compost Pumpkins; Donate Straw Bales, Gourds, or Potted Mums; Recycle Candy Wrappers!

Let us take your autumn items off your hands, so you can prep for the next season! Flyer

• Pumpkins: The PTA will collect pumpkins for composting on Friday, November 3.  From 8:30-9:30 am come through the kiss n’ ride lot and we’ll take it from your car.  During school hours, bring pumpkins to the compost bins outside the front entrance. Before you drop them off, please remove all decorations, such as paint, glitter, and candle wax as these materials cannot be composted.
• Potted Mums: Drop off near the bench in front of school any day.  Students can plant them in the gardens.
• Straw bales: Drop off near the bench in front of school any day.  These will be used in the gardens.
• Gourds: Drop off near the bench in front of school any day.  Students will examine their seeds.
• Plastic Candy Wrappers: Bring your candy wrappers to school and place them in the Trash or Treasure box in the lobby November 1-17.  The PTA will send them to be recycled.  Please only plastic candy wrappers (no cardboard; and no plastic baggies).  To learn more about how wrappers will be recycled, watch this video. 

 

Sign up to Contribute to the Teacher & Staff Thanksgiving Luncheon

On Monday, November 20th, Marshall Road teachers and staff will enjoy their annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.  Please help us show how thankful we are for them by signing up to donate an item to this special lunch or to help decorate.  The PTA will provide turkey for the meal and MRES staff will bring sides to share with one another.  

We will be serving approximately 125 teachers and staff. Contributions can be dropped off in the lobby from 8:15-10:30 am on Monday, November 20.  The Luncheon will start promptly at 11:00 am, so it's important that items arrive on time.   

 

Seeking PTA Play Coordinator

Each spring we offer 5th and 6th grade students an opportunity to participate in a theater enrichment class where they can learn about theater and be part of a live production.  

We are excited that MRES Alumni Ashton Schaffer will be returning as our director again this year.  Planning is already underway!  This year, we are hoping to hold registration and a few interest sessions in early December, and then hold auditions in early January.  Practices will then be held in the morning before school and students will typically perform for the school community and families before spring break.   

Before we can progress any further, we need to find a PTA Play Coordinator!  The PTA Play Coordinator will serve as the liaison between the Director, school, PTA Board, & families; help with communications to families; and coordinate registration, cast member t-shirts, the post play party, and other aspects of the play.   

We could also use a volunteer(s) to assist with scenery/costumes, as well as technical aspects like lighting and sound.  If you have any interest or expertise in these areas of theatre, please consider volunteering!

Questions? Interested in getting involved?  Please reach out to Monica at [email protected].  

  

Stay Informed and Get Connected!

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.

FCPS Communications 

Sweet Treat with School Lunch 

On Wednesday, November 8th, the Office of Food and Nutrition Services will be offering a cookie to all students and staff who enjoy a school lunch at no additional cost.

  

Tutoring Opportunity

Are you interested in working with students as a tutor?  Or do you know a local college student who might be seeking an opportunity to tutor students this school year?  FCPS is seeking tutors to work with individual students or very small groups of students during the school day.  There is flexibility in how many hours required which range from 12-29 hours per week.  If you are interested in learning more, please see the description, qualification, hourly pay and apply to this job here.  

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Roadrunner Rundown 

October 23, 2023

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you enjoyed the beautiful fall weather this weekend and all of the fun events that this time of year brings.  Thank you to all who came out to help at the Fall Garden Clean-Up on Saturday.  The landscaping around our school sign is a wonderful addition to the front of our school.   A big thanks to our PTA and volunteers for making this such a successful event!

We are excited about the Book Character Pumpkin Patch (details below) taking place next week and  encourage you to join in on the fun.  We do not celebrate Halloween at school and students are not permitted to wear costumes at school.  We encourage students to keep candy at home after Halloween.

The traffic light at Nutley St and Marshall Rd has been repaired and is working properly now.  FCPS provides bus transportation to and from school to students who live across Nutley St.  If you choose to walk to school, please make sure that you cross this busy intersection with your child.  

We will hold our Runathon kick-off on Friday with a student pep rally where we will debut our Runathon video.  We will share the video link with all of you prior to the Runathon so that you can enjoy the Roadrunner’s adventures training for the runathon.  We hope everyone can participate in the Runathon, in any way that works for your family.  Train together, raise money together or simply cheer each other on.  We look forward to seeing many of you on November 10th for the big event!

• Grades K, 2 -  10:00 am-11:00 am
• Grades 4, 5, 6 -  11:15 am-12:15 pm 
• Grades 1, 3 - 1:45 pm-2:45 pm

We would like to recognize our veterans at the beginning of each run.  If you are a veteran and plan to attend the Runathon, please email Karlen McClain at [email protected] to let her know which run you will be attending.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Book Character Pumpkin Patch

Are you getting into all things fall??  Or maybe you are looking for something to help you feel festive??  If so, you might be interested in participating in Marshall Road’s first ever Book Character Pumpkin Patch!  Starting on Monday, October 30th, we will be decorating the MRES Library with painted/decorated pumpkins representing some of our favorite books and book characters.  This is an optional and just for fun activity that some of our teachers, staff, and students will be participating in.  Families are welcome to decorate and paint a pumpkin at home too!  If you would like to decorate a pumpkin at home, just be sure it represents a book or book character (google “Book Character Pumpkins'' for inspiration!).  Please bring in your completed pumpkin AND either a printout of the book cover or the name of the book your pumpkin represents (written on a piece of paper is fine) between October 26-30.  Pumpkins can be dropped off in the main office or in the Library.  Contact Librarian, Lisa Hoffman, with any questions/concerns: [email protected].

 

Digital Citizenship Week 

Marshall Road will recognize Digital Citizenship the Week October 30-November 3.  Teachers will be teaching lessons on this important skill set and students are encouraged to participate in the Spirit Week.  Details can be found in this flyer in English and Spanish.

 

Classroom Monitors or Parent Volunteers 

We are looking for monitors to assist teachers in classrooms and are wondering if you or someone you know might be interested.  There are two options that we would like to share with you. 

FCPS Hourly Paid Position - part or full time

• Job Description: Provides supervision of students throughout the school day to include but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and non-instructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; works with individual and small groups of students.
• Qualifications: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Must be comfortable managing student behaviors in large and small groups, ensuring all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; and has general familiarity/skills with basic office technology in support of teachers, students, and the classroom.
• Hourly pay: $16.95

• How to Apply: Interested applicants should send their resumes to Karlen McClain at  [email protected] and apply online.

Volunteer - volunteer in a classroom for an hour (or more) on a weekly basis to assist a teacher(s).  If you are interested in this option, please complete this google form. 

 

Lost and Found

Many items have been brought to our Lost & Found during this 1st quarter.  Please stop by or ask your child to take a look while at school.  All unclaimed items will be donated or discarded next week.

 

Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid 

If you have not already done so, please go to your ParentVUE account and complete the Federal Impact Aid Form.  This needs to be completed online by November 16 for each child that attends Marshall Road.  For more information, please watch this short video.

Steps to Access the Survey in ParentVue:

Step 1: Log in to SIS ParentVue

Step 2: Select the 'Online Packets' tab

Step 3: In the dropdown menu, select the '2023-2024 Federal Impact Aid Survey'

Step 4: Click the 'Begin Registration' button

PTA Update

D4D Special Edition for Parade Day 

BBQ – Burgers – Pizza – OH MY!  Ready for a mouthwatering meal that supports a great cause?  Join us at one of these three locations on Wednesday, October 25th for lunch or dinner – OR BOTH!  Lots of easy dinner options to pick up before heading over to the Town of Vienna Halloween Parade!  Flyer 

• Famous Dave's BBQ (2910 Chain Bridge Road) between 12:00 pm-8:00 pm.  Dine in, or call ahead and pick up, and 20% will be donated to Marshall Road Elementary.  Just mention MRES when you pay. www.FamousDaves.com  
• Foster’s Grille (138 Maple Avenue West) between 11:00 am–9:00 pm.  Dine in, or call ahead and pick up, and 20% will be donated to Marshall Road Elementary.  Just mention MRES when you pay. www.fostersgrille.com  
• Domino’s (331 Maple Avenue West) 10:00 am–10:00 pm.  Call ahead or order through the online App (use promotion code DN3).  20% of your purchase will be donated to Marshall Road Elementary.  Just mention DN3 and MRES when you pay. www.Dominos.com  

 

Marshall Road’s 13th Annual Runathon Kick Off  

The PTA is excited to host Marshall Road’s 13th Annual Runathon on Friday, November 10th.  This Friday we will kick-off our event—students will come home with their Runathon envelopes and our Runathon website will go live.  We hope you will consider making a donation.  This is our ONE main fundraiser of the year and money raised supports the PTA’s programs throughout the year, including community events (like our Family Picnics, Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast, International Night, STEAM Night, and Ice Cream Social), author visits, classroom grants, teacher appreciation, and much more!   We also hope you will come out and join us on November 10th.  You can sign up here to volunteer (all volunteers will receive a free Runathon t-shirt!), or you can come run with your student or simply cheer them on as they complete their laps.  It’s a fun day for the whole school community.     

  

Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day&Decorate your Bike! 

Join us on the Bike Train or walk to school on our next Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day on Tuesday, October 31!  For this Bike Train, we invite everyone to decorate their bikes!  (Note: No costumes.  Only bike decorations.) See here for some ideas.  

The Bike Train departs Meadow Lane Park at 8:45 am. Students may meet at Meadow Lane or join the Bike Train along the route.  If you have a student joining the Bike Train, please consider signing up to chaperone some of the rides!     

If your student rides in the morning, please make sure they know how they are getting home in the afternoon and where they will meet you (at school, at home, or at Meadow Lane Park).  If they normally take the bus, you must inform the MRES office that they will be biking home (email [email protected]).  Riders must have a helmet and be comfortable riding a two-wheel bike on neighborhoods roads.  Please visit our Bike Train page for additional details or use this link to join the Bike Train parents group.  

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

FCPS Communications 

Dyslexia Open House

Fairfax County Public Schools will be holding the Dyslexia Open House on October 26, 4:00-6:00 pm at 8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031. This event is open to staff members and families who would like to learn more about dyslexia and how Fairfax County Public Schools supports students with dyslexia.

From 4:00-5:00 pm participants have the opportunity to visit tables set up with information from a variety of departments in Fairfax including the Office of the Ombuds, Office of School Psychology and the Office of Special Education Instruction.  From 5:00-6:00 pm a variety of speakers will discuss the importance of dyslexia awareness and how to support your students with dyslexia.  Details in invitation.  Register using this link.

 

Community Review of Elementary English Language Arts Basal Instructional Resources

Fairfax County Public Schools will adopt new Elementary School Language Arts Basal Instructional Resources for the 2024-2025 school year.  A review committee composed of community members, administrators, and teachers met in August to review the state-approved Cycle I materials. The committee will re-convene in January to review the state-approved Cycle II instructional materials under consideration.  Public review of the recommended materials is part of the process for selecting new resources.  

Elementary English Language Arts basal instructional resources may be accessed in person and online from November 15-December 15 at noon.  Digital materials for public review and comment will be available on the Elementary Language Arts Basal Resource Review website. Those reviewing instructional materials may complete an electronic comment sheet that will be available on the website during the review period.

Hard copies of instructional materials will be available for review at:

Pimmit Hills Center, Room 207, 751 Lisle Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22043 

Materials may be reviewed at Pimmit Hills Center Monday-Thursday from 9:00 am-9:00 pm.  Visitors should enter through door #4 and check in at the main office or with the building coordinator on duty.

All community feedback will be shared with the review committee and with School Board members before the vote at the School Board regular meeting.

Community Information

Free Tickets to Monster Truckz

Free tickets to Monster Truckz (November 3, 4 and 5) have been made available to our students.  If interested, stop by the table just inside the main entrance to get a ticket(s) for your children.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

10/16/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

This week our school community will be focusing on the character strength of Integrity.  Integrity means you are honest and speak the truth. You present yourself genuinely and sincerely.  Integrity is doing the right thing when nobody is watching. 

This is also an exciting week to enjoy the fall weather and participate as you are able in the MRES Bike/Run/Walk to Breakfast day tomorrow, October 17 and in our PTA Fall Grounds Clean Up event this Saturday, October 21, 9:00-11:00 am.  More on both events and other fun and important items below!

Let’s join together to encourage our Roadrunners to grow in the character strength of integrity at home and school.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Student-Parent Survey for Federal Impact Aid 

Beginning today, parents/guardians can go to their ParentVUE account and complete the Federal Impact Aid Form.  This needs to be completed online by November 16 for each child that attends Marshall Road.  For more information, please watch this short video.

Steps to Access the Survey in ParentVue:

Step 1: Log in to SIS ParentVue

Step 2: Select the 'Online Packets' tab

Step 3: In the dropdown menu, select the '2023-2024 Federal Impact Aid Survey'

Step 4: Click the 'Begin Registration' button

 

AAP Parent Information Session 

The AAP Parent Information Session for those interested in learning about the AAP referral process will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 pm in the library.  This session is for parents of students in grades 2-6.

 

Book Character Pumpkin Patch

Are you getting into all things fall??  Or maybe you are looking for something to help you feel festive??  If so, you might be interested in participating in Marshall Road’s first ever Book Character Pumpkin Patch!  Starting on Monday, October 30, we will be decorating the MRES Library with painted/decorated pumpkins representing some of our favorite books and book characters.  This is an optional and just for fun activity that some of our teachers, staff, and students will be participating in.  Families are welcome to decorate and paint a pumpkin at home too!  If you would like to decorate a pumpkin at home, just be sure it represents a book or book character (google “Book Character Pumpkins'' for inspiration!).  Please bring in your completed pumpkin AND either a printout of the book cover or the name of the book your pumpkin represents (written on a piece of paper is fine) between Thursday October 26 - Monday October 30.  Pumpkins can be dropped off in the main office or in the Library.  Contact Librarian, Lisa Hoffman, with any questions/concerns: [email protected].

PTA Update

Join us on Tuesday for Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast!  

All MRES students and their families are invited to attend Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast tomorrow!  Meet at Meadow Lane Park at 8:00 am or come directly to the blacktop at 8:30 am.    

BIKE: The Bike Train will depart from Meadow Lane Park at 8:15 am.  Mayor Colbert, the Town of Vienna Police, and Trek Fairfax will join the Bike Train. 

WALK: Walk from home (maybe try a new route!) 

RUN: The "Marshall Road Runners" will depart Meadow Lane Park at 8:10 am.  

BREAKFAST: The PTA will be serving bagels, fruit, and coffee/juice on the blacktop in front of the school from 8:30-9:15 am.   

This is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with other MRES families and students.  Please note that all children need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian at breakfast - do not send your child unsupervised.  Please consider signing up here to help with this event.   

 

Glow Dodgeball at InCourage Martial Arts  

InCourage Martial Arts Fairfax is having a Glow Dodgeball event for Marshall Road students.  Space is limited.  100% of proceeds go to Marshall Road PTA!  

Children will get some exercise playing glow dodgeball and enjoy a pizza dinner.  Please bring a water bottle, wear a white shirt, and non-slip socks.  Ages 5-12 welcome. 

The event is this Friday, October 20, 6:30-8:30 pm.  Cost is $35 per child.  Register here. 

 

Fall Garden Clean Up: Come and Connect with Fellow MRES Families while Revitalizing Our School Grounds!  

Join us for a morning of community and school beautification on Saturday, October 21 from 9:00-11:00 am!  This event promises fun for the whole family*, and we'll even keep you fueled with donuts and cider.  Sign up here.   

Activities will include sprucing up our raised garden beds and sowing winter cover crops to prepare for the season ahead.  We'll also tackle some weeding and mulching to make our school grounds shine.  

Please consider bringing your own gloves and gardening tools if you have them (don't worry if you don't, we have some available to borrow).  Dress comfortably in clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty.  

Let's come together and make our school grounds a more beautiful place for everyone to enjoy!  We can't wait to see you there.  

*By signing up, parents take responsibility for the safety and supervision of their children

 

D4D Special Edition for Parade Day

BBQ – Burgers – Pizza – OH MY!  Ready for a mouthwatering meal that supports a great cause?  Join us at one of these three locations on Wednesday, October 25 for lunch or dinner – OR BOTH! 

• Famous Dave's BBQ (2910 Chain Bridge Road) between 12:00-8:00 pm.  Dine in, or call ahead and pick up, and 20% will be donated to Marshall Road Elementary. Just mention MRES when you pay.  www.FamousDaves.com 
• Foster’s Grille (138 Maple Avenue West) between 11:00 am–9:00 pm dine in, call ahead or pick up, and 20% will be donated to Marshall Road Elementary.  Just mention MRES when you pay. www.fostersgrille.com  
• Domino’s (331 Maple Avenue West) 10:00 am–10:00 pm.  Call Ahead or order through the online App (use promotion code DN3).  20% of your purchase will be donated to Marshall Road Elementary.  Just mention DN3 and MRES when you pay. www.Dominos.com.

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

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Roadrunner Rundown 

10/10/23

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Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you enjoyed the long weekend and the lovely fall weather it brought.

Yesterday, our staff was busy extending our learning about how we support student growth and reflecting on specific Portrait of a Graduate Skills through activities that lead to Presentations of Learning.  We spent time considering how equity, the FCPS Strategic Plan, and our School Improvement and Innovation Plan connect in actionable ways as we work with your children.  Staff also planned for the remainder of the 1st quarter which ends on November 3.  If you have not already done so, please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a Parent / Teacher Conference. 

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Book Character Pumpkin Patch

Are you getting into all things fall??  Or maybe you are looking for something to help you feel festive??  If so, you might be interested in participating in Marshall Road’s first ever Book Character Pumpkin Patch!  Staring on Monday, October 30, we will be decorating the MRES Library with painted/decorated pumpkins representing some of our favorite books and book characters.  This is an optional and just for fun activity that some of our teachers, staff, and students will be participating in.  Families are welcome to decorate and paint a pumpkin at home too!  If you would like to decorate a pumpkin at home, just be sure it represents a book or book character (google “Book Character Pumpkins” for inspiration!).  Please bring in your completed pumpkin AND either a printout of the book cover or the name of the book your pumpkin represents (written on a piece of paper is fine) between Thursday October 26 - Monday October 30.  Pumpkins can be dropped off in the main office or in the Library.  Contact Librarian, Lisa Hoffman, with any questions/concerns: [email protected].

 

Fall Picture Day

Picture Day is Thursday, October 12.  Pictures will be available for viewing online approximately two weeks following our school's photo day.  You may pre-order or place your order after viewing online here.  Questions?  Please email [email protected].

 

AAP Parent Information Session and Fall Newsletter

The AAP Parent Information Session for those interested in learning about the AAP referral process will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 pm in the library.  This session is for parents of students in grades 2-6.

The fall AAP Newsletter can be found here. 

Translations are available below.

Amharic / Arabic / Chinese / Korean / Spanish

Urdu / Vietnamese 

 

One Acre Farm/Compost Crew at our Fall Farm Party 

One Acre Farm is hosting a Fall Farm Party and Compost Crew there to give tours of their outpost on Saturday, October 14, 2:00-6:00 pm!  More details can be found on Eventbrite. Tickets must be reserved for this free event.

PTA Update

Join us for Coffee with Principal Chapman and our next PTA Meeting!  

Our next meeting will be hybrid on Wednesday, October 11 at 9:30 am.  Join us in person in the school cafeteria or virtually on zoom.  Enjoy coffee and light refreshments, hear from the PTA and Principal Chapman, and learn more about Advanced Academics at MRES from Christine Marucchi our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART).  Mrs. Marucchi will discuss the four levels of AAP, how teachers are addressing the talents of their students through enrichment and will also address questions or comments from the families in attendance. 

If you are joining virtually, please use this zoom link. 

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972 

Passcode: 319256  

 

Save the Date: Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast  

Please plan to join the Marshall Road community for Bike/Walk/Run to Breakfast on Tuesday, October17!  All MRES students and their families are invited to attend.  Meet at Meadow Lane Park at 8:00 am or come directly to the blacktop at 8:30 am.    

BIKE: The Bike Train will depart from Meadow Lane Park at 8:15 am.  Mayor Colbert, the Town of Vienna Police, and Trek Fairfax will join the Bike Train. 

WALK: Walk from home (maybe try a new route!) 

RUN: The "Marshall Road Runners" will depart Meadow Lane Park at 8:10 am. 

BREAKFAST: The PTA will be serving bagels, fruit, and coffee/juice on the blacktop in front of the school from 8:30-9:15 am.   

This is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with other MRES families and students. Please note that all children need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian at breakfast - do not send your child unsupervised.  Please consider signing up here to help with this event.  

 

Fall Garden Cleanup: Come and Connect with Fellow MRES Families while Revitalizing Our School Grounds!  

Join us for a morning of community and school beautification on Saturday, October 21 from 9:00-11:00 am!  This event promises fun for the whole family*, and we'll even keep you fueled with donuts and cider.  Sign up here. 

Activities will include sprucing up our raised garden beds and sowing winter cover crops to prepare for the season ahead.  We will also tackle some weeding and mulching to make our school grounds shine.  Please consider bringing your own gloves and gardening tools if you have them (don't worry if you don't, we have some available to borrow).  Dress comfortably in clothes that you don't mind getting a little dirty.  

Let's come together and make our school grounds a more beautiful place for everyone to enjoy! We can't wait to see you there.  

*By signing up, parents take responsibility for the safety and supervision of their children.

  

Marshall Road Directory  

We are delighted to announce that a new student directory will be available for the 2023-2024 school year, sponsored by the PTA.  The directory will be in PDF format and will contain information such as the names and emails of teachers/staff, student names, and parent/guardian emails.  The directory is exclusively for the private use of Marshall Road Elementary School families.  It cannot be reproduced, sold, or used for any commercial purposes whatsoever.  

Having a student directory is a wonderful way to promote communication and community among parents and students, which has a variety of benefits for everyone involved.  For example, parents/guardians can facilitate playdates, send party invitations, and support extracurricular activities.  

If you do not want your information or your student's information to be included in the directory, please return the Opt-Out form to the MRES front office by Friday, October. 13, 2023.  If you select the Comprehensive Opt-Out Option or the Limited Opt-Out Choice A, your student’s information and your contact information will not be included in the student directory.

  

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

FCPS Communications 

Solar Eclipse Resources for Families

Resources for families to learn more about the upcoming solar eclipses (October 14, 2023 and April 8, 2024) have been compiled, including safe viewing practices.  We encourage schools to share the following FCPS website link with their communities to access these resources that are applicable to students of all ages.  We hope everyone takes the opportunity to learn more about this extraordinary natural phenomenon.

 

Lice Information / Resources for Parents/Guardians

The following resources are available for parents/guardians to learn more about lice and its treatment: 

• FCPS Lice: Treatment and Prevention Page
• FCHD Head Lice Treatment and Prevention Brochure

Translated versions of these resources are also available. 

Pyramid Happenings

Madison High School Dance Workshop

Students in grades 3-8 are invited to attend the Madison High School Junior Warhawks Dance Workshop on October 14, 9:00 am - noon.  More details and registration information can be found here 

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Roadrunner Rundown 

10/2/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

It was wonderful seeing so many of you at the Fall Family Picnic on Friday evening.  It was great to catch up with friends and to meet new families.  We hope you enjoyed the music, food and time to relax with our community under the fall sky.  Thank you to our PTA for organizing such a fun event for families and staff.

Today on our morning news show we talked about how education IS an actual super power!  Let’s use today, let’s use this week to FLY.  Students were advised if they are not sure what their super powers are or if they are wondering how to offset their “kryptonite” they should talk with their teachers today.  You too can help out students to: Get cape.  Wear cape.  Fly!!

There will be no school for students next Monday, October 9 while our staff will be engaged in their learning and additional time to plan for students.

Have a great week.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Fall Picture Day

Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, October 12.  Pictures will be available for viewing online approximately two weeks following our school's photo day.  You may pre-order or place your order after viewing online here.  Paper order forms are available in the office if you prefer to not order online.  Please email [email protected] if you have any questions.

 

AAP Parent Information Session and Fall Newsletter

The AAP Parent Information Session for those interested in learning about the AAP referral process will be held on Thursday, October 19, 6:30 pm in the library.  This session is for parents of students in grades 2-6.

The fall AAP Newsletter can be found here. 

Translations are available below.

Amharic / Arabic / Chinese / Korean / Spanish

Urdu / Vietnamese 

 

ParentVue Accounts

Please set up your ParentVue account this week to have access to upcoming important school information.  The SIS ParentVUE account will allow you to login to  applications such as Schoology, MySchoolBucks, and Here Comes The Bus. The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available via ParentVUE beginning October 16.   Once you have completed this account, you will not be able to login to other applications for 24 hours.  An overnight process uploads the SIS ParentVUE account to other applications.  Information about setting up this account can be found here.

 

Background on the ImpactAid program

The Federal Government owns property in Fairfax County, and those properties are removed from the local tax base.  FCPS is eligible to apply for Federal Impact Aid funds as reimbursement for the lost tax revenue.  Federally connected students are children of active-duty uniformed services personnel, children who live on federal property or in subsidized federal housing, and children whose parents are employed on eligible federal properties. 

PTA Update

Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day on October 3 

Join us on the Bike Train or walk to school on our next Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day on Tuesday, October 3!  The Bike Train departs Meadow Lane Park at 8:45 am.  Students may meet at Meadow Lane or join the Bike Train along the route.  If you have a student joining the Bike Train, please consider signing up to chaperone some of the rides!     

If your student rides in the morning, please make sure they know how they are getting home in the afternoon and where they will meet you (at school, at home, or at Meadow Lane Park).  If they normally take the bus, you must inform the MRES office that they will be biking home (email [email protected]).  Riders must have a helmet and be comfortable riding a two-wheel bike on neighborhood roads.  Please visit our Bike Train page for additional details.  

 

Dining for Dollars at Panera 

Join us at Panera on Wednesday, October 4, 4:00-8:00 pm.  Mention the code FUND4U and Marshall Road Elementary will receive 20% of sales in store, placed online at www.Panerabread.com or the Panera app.  

 

Marshall Road Directory  

We are delighted to announce that a new student directory will be available for the 2023-2024 school year, sponsored by the PTA.  The directory will be in PDF format and will contain information such as the names and emails of teachers/staff, student names, and parent/guardian emails.  The directory is exclusively for the private use of Marshall Road Elementary School families.  It cannot be reproduced, sold, or used for any commercial purposes whatsoever. 

Having a student directory is a wonderful way to promote communication and community among parents and students, which has a variety of benefits for everyone involved.  For example, parents/guardians can facilitate playdates, send party invitations, and support extracurricular activities. 

If you do not want your information or your student's information to be included in the directory, please return the Opt-Out form to the MRES front office by Friday, October 13. If you select the Comprehensive Opt-Out Option or the Limited Opt-Out Choice A your student’s information and your contact information will not be included in the student directory.  

 

Science Share/STEAM Night  

The PTA is partnering with the school to host a combined Science Share/STEAM Night at Marshall Road on February 1.  More information will be provided as we get closer to the event.     

We wanted to let you know that Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) will be hosting their 11th annual Science Fair on March 16 and they invite all students in grades 5-8 in FCPS to participate.  Some Marshall Road 5th and 6th graders may want to use the projects/presentations they prepare for our MRES Science Share to present at the TJHSST Fair.  There is an interest session on October 6, 5:00-6:00 pm.  More information about the TJHSST Science Fair and interest session can be found here and a full guide to the Fair can be found here. 

 

Join us for Coffee with Principal Chapman & our next PTA Meeting!  

Our next meeting will be hybrid on Wednesday, October 11 at 9:30 am.  Join us in person in the school cafeteria or virtually on zoom.  Enjoy coffee and light refreshments, hear from the PTA and Principal Chapman, and learn more about Advanced Academics at MRES from Christine Marucchi our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART).  Mrs. Marucchi will discuss the four levels of AAP, how teachers are addressing the talents of their students through enrichment and will also address questions or comments from the families in attendance.   

If you are joining virtually, please use this zoom link. 

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972 

Passcode: 319256  

 

Save the Date: Bike/Walk to Breakfast  

Please plan to join the Marshall Road community for Bike/Walk to Breakfast on Tuesday, October 17!   All MRES students and their families are invited to attend – with or without a bike!  Enjoy bagels, fruit, and coffee/juice, courtesy of the PTA, starting at 8:30 am on the blacktop.    

This is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with other MRES families and students.  Please note that all children need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian at breakfast - do not send your child unsupervised.  Please consider signing up here to help with this event.     

Get some exercise and work up an appetite by joining the MRES Bike Train before breakfast!  The Bike Train will depart Meadow Lane Park at 8:15 am and will bike to the MRES blacktop.  

   

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

FCPS Communications 

Substitutes Needed!

The School Board has approved a list of 18 days for substitutes to receive high-volume pay.  All teacher substitutes will receive their hourly pay plus an additional $80 for each high-volume day they work.  See the list of high-volume days and more information. 

A bonus program for substitutes who accept more than the 10 required days has also been approved.  Substitutes working 50 days within a school year, will earn a $200 bonus.  Substitutes working 100 days within a school year, will earn a $300 bonus.  Substitutes working 150 days within a school year, will earn a $400 bonus.  Get more information on this sub bonus program.  Weekly virtual substitute teacher information sessions are held each Wednesday from 2:00-3:00 pm.  Register for an upcoming session on Wednesday, October 4.  

Pyramid Happenings

Madison High School Dance Workshop

Students in grades 3-8 are invited to attend the Madison High School Junior Warhawks Dance Workshop on October 14, 9:00 am - noon.  More details and registration information can be found here

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Roadrunner Rundown 

9/26/23

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Description/Date

Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you enjoyed the long weekend.

As weather permits, we will continue to use outdoor spaces as much as possible.  Please have your children dress in layers and label all jackets and coats so those left behind can be returned to the correct student.  Our Lost and Found is located outside the cafeteria.  There are many jackets, water bottles and other personal items that have been left there.  Please have your student check our Lost & Found for items they are missing.

We are looking forward to the Fall family Picnic taking place this Friday, September 29, 5:00-7:00 pm.  This event will take place on the field and is a great way to connect with our MRES students and families.  Just a reminder, these events are family focused and we kindly ask that all students are accompanied by an adult.  We hope to see you there!

Have a great week.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Fall Picture Day

Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, October 12.  Photos will be available for viewing online approximately two weeks following picture day.  You may pre-order or place your order after viewing online here.  Questions?  Please email [email protected].

 

AAP Parent Information Session and Fall Newsletter

The AAP Parent Information Session for those interested in learning about the AAP referral process will be held on Thursday, October 19, 6:30 pm in the library.  This session is for parents of students in grades 2-6.

The fall AAP Newsletter can be found here. 

Translations are available below.

Amharic / Arabic / Chinese / Korean / Spanish

Urdu / Vietnamese 

 

Marshall Road ES Parent Checklist

Please check to see that you have completed the forms below.

1. Digital Resources Consent: Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students.  Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page.  This page also includes directions on how to provide permission so your child(ren) can access all resources provided by their teachers.
2. Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R): This document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses.  Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when they log in to that platform.  A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage.  This form should be signed/returned by Friday, September 29.

 

ParentVue Accounts

Please set up your ParentVue account this week in order to have access to upcoming important school information.  The SIS ParentVUE account will allow you to login to applications such as Schoology, MySchoolBucks, and Here Comes The Bus.  The Federal Impact Aid Survey will be available via ParentVUE beginning October 16.  Once you have completed this account, you will not be able to login to other applications for 24 hours.  An overnight process uploads the SIS ParentVUE account to other applications.  Information about setting up this account can be found here.

PTA Update

Join us Friday at the Fall Family Picnic  

Join us on Friday, September 29, 5:00-7:00 pm for our Fall Family Picnic.  There will be food trucks, pizza, ice cream, music by School of Rock, games, and more.  Bring your whole family and enjoy the evening with the Marshall Road community!  Please use this signup genius to sign up for a time to help at the picnic.  See flyer.   

 

Dining for Dollars at Panera  

Join us at Panera on Wednesday, October 4, 4:00- 8:00pm.  Mention the code FUND4U and Marshall Road Elementary will receive 20% of sales in store, placed online at www.Panerabread.com or the Panera app.   

 

Join us for Coffee with Principal Chapman & our next PTA Meeting!  

Our next meeting will be hybrid on Wednesday, October 11, 9:30 am.  Join us in person in the school cafeteria or virtually on zoom.  Enjoy coffee and light refreshments, hear from the PTA and Principal Chapman, and learn more about Advanced Academics at MRES from Christine Marucchi our Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART).  Mrs. Marucchi will discuss the four levels of AAP, how teachers are addressing the talents of their students through enrichment and will also address questions or comments from the families in attendance.   

If you are joining virtually, please use this zoom link. 

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972 

Passcode: 319256  

 

Last Call for Runathon Sponsors 

The deadline for sponsorships is approaching.  If you know a local business that you think would like to support Marshall Road as a sponsor, please email Renee at [email protected] to learn more.  T-shirt space is available with two levels of sponsorship (Platinum: $1,000 and Gold: $500), which will assist us in purchasing a T-shirt for every student, faculty member, and volunteer for this event!  

 

Save the Date: Bike/Walk to Breakfast  

Please plan to join the Marshall Road community for Bike/Walk to Breakfast on Tuesday, October 17!  All MRES students and their families are invited to attend – with or without a bike!  Enjoy bagels, fruit, and coffee/juice, courtesy of the PTA, starting at 8:30 am on the blacktop. 

This is a great opportunity to meet and mingle with other MRES families and students. Please note that all children need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian at breakfast - do not send your child unsupervised.    

Get some exercise and work up an appetite by joining the MRES Bike Train before breakfast!  The Bike Train will depart Meadow Lane Park at 8:15 am and will bike to the MRES blacktop.   

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

Pyramid Happenings

Madison High School Dance Workshop

Students in grades 3-8 are invited to attend the Madison High School Junior Warhawks Dance Workshop on October 14, 9:00 am-noon.  More details and registration information can be found here.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

9/18/23

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Description/Date

Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you are enjoying these final days of summer as we will welcome fall very soon.  We look forward to the opportunities this new season gives for learning in our garden and other outdoor spaces.  

The schools in the Madison Pyramid are using the phrase "You Matter" as one of our ONE Campaign initiatives as a means of highlighting the importance of each individual.  We are excited to unveil a banner that each school is displaying with the “You Matter” motto and each schools’ mascot to show our unity. 

There will be no school next Monday, September 25th.

Have a great week.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

School Events & Information

Fall Picture Day

Picture Day is scheduled for Thursday, October 12th.  Pictures will be available for viewing online approximately two weeks following our photo day.  You may pre-order or place your order after viewing online at here.  Questions?  Please email [email protected].

 

AAP Parent Information Session and Fall Newsletter

The AAP Parent Information Session for those interested in learning about the AAP referral process will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 pm in the library.  This session is for parents of students in grades 2-6.

The fall AAP Newsletter can be found here. 

Translations are available below.

Amharic / Arabic / Chinese / Korean / Spanish

Urdu / Vietnamese 

 

Marshall Road ES Parent Checklist: Have You Completed These Important Forms?

During the first weeks of the year, schools mail and email caregivers many forms to complete. Several of the most important ones are below:

1. Digital Resources Consent: Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission so your child(ren) can access all resources provided by their teachers.
2. Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R): This document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when they log in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Friday, September 29.
3. Opt-Outs: The Opt-Out booklet is online or available from your child’s school. It contains information on: 
1. Parents’ rights to inspect and consent or opt out before their child participates in certain surveys.
2. Parents’ rights to inspect instructional materials.
3. Rules regarding student records and disclosure of student information (including photo/video of students) and the right to opt out.
4. Parents’ rights to opt out of the Social Emotional Learning Screener, physical exams not required by state law, career or social emotional counseling, Library Equity Access Pass Project, and/or Tutor.com.
5. The process by which complaints may be filed if parents or students believe their rights have been violated.

Please note, to help families get connected, the PTA is organizing a Marshall Road directory that will include student names and parent/guardian emails.  If you submit an opt-out form (see #3 above) and select the Comprehensive Opt-Out Option or Choice A, your student will not be included in the directory.

Paper forms can be signed and returned to your child’s school. 

 

2023-23 Health and Safety Guidance for Schools

Although the COVID-19 hospital transmission level (previously the COVID-19 Community Transmission level) for Fairfax County is currently low, COVID-19 cases have risen in Virginia over the last few weeks, and flu season will soon be upon us. Be sure to review health and safety guidance for schools to stay up to date on the best ways to prevent the spread of disease, and for information on when students should stay home from school.

 

The Importance of Up-to-Date Immunizations

Immunizations are required by the code of Virginia § 22.1-271.2 for public school entry and help keep students protected from serious diseases. Check with your students’ healthcare providers now to make sure they are up to date on their immunizations. Immunization records can now be updated online in SIS ParentVUE through the Online Verification Update form. To access that form, click Online Packets in the top right of the screen after logging in. Caregivers can obtain an activation key letter to activate their SIS ParentVUE account by contacting their child’s school.

Remember that you need to provide documentation to your school. Get more information on immunization requirements and the necessary documentation for schools.

PTA Update

Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day on September   

Join us on the Bike Train or walk to school on Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day!  This Tuesday, FCPS Safe Routes to School and an FCPS video production specialist will join the Bike Train!  They will feature the MRES Bike Train, the largest Bike Train in FCPS, in an upcoming story.    

The Bike Train departs Meadow Lane Park at 8:45 am.  Students may meet at Meadow Lane or join the Bike Train along the route.  If you have a student joining the Bike Train, please consider signing up to chaperone some of the rides!    

If your student rides in the morning, please make sure they know how they are getting home in the afternoon and where they will meet you (at school, at home, or at Meadow Lane Park).  If they normally take the bus, you must inform the MRES office that they will be biking home (email [email protected]).  Riders must have a helmet and be comfortable riding a two-wheel bike on neighborhoods roads.  Please visit our Bike Train page for additional details.   

 

Save the Date for our Fall Family Picnic  

Join us on Friday, September 29 from 5:30-7:30 pm for our Fall Family Picnic.  There will be food trucks, music by School of Rock, games, and more.  Bring your whole family and enjoy the evening with the Marshall Road community!  Please use this signup genius to sign up for a time to help at the picnic. 

 

Become a Runathon Sponsor – Help Support our Biggest Fundraiser!  

We are in the process of finalizing our t-shirts for the 13th Annual Runathon!   If you have a business and are looking for a fantastic, local advertising opportunity where your logo will be featured on 1,000 shirts, please reach out! T-shirt space is available with two levels of sponsorship (Platinum: $1,000 and Gold: $500), which will assist us in purchasing a T-shirt for every student, faculty member, and volunteer for this event!  Email Renee at [email protected] learn more and secure your spot on this year's t-shirt.  

 

Join the PTA!  

Thank you to the 150 people that have joined the PTA so far!  If you haven’t done so yet, please take a moment to join the PTA!  We encourage all MRES family and community members to join.  Visit our website to complete your membership.  Our calendar year runs July 1-June 30, and memberships need to be renewed each year.  An annual membership is $15 for one parent /guardian, $10 for a second parent/guardian (a total of only $25 for a family), and just $10 for faculty and staff. 

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected! 

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

Pyramid Happenings

Stem Tree Camp

The Madison Robotics Team is offering a Stem Tree Camp for students in grades 3-6.  See flyer for details.

 

Free After-School Mentoring Program at Jim Scott/Providence Community Center

Belong! is a Vienna nonprofit organization and is inviting students to their after school mentoring program on Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm at Providence Community Center, soon to be known as the Jim Scott Community Center.  This program is for students who need extra support with their schoolwork, providing mentoring and tutoring to help students succeed and build confidence.  Please see the attached flyer in English and Spanish or registration information.  Please contact Belong! at 571-325-8689 if you have questions or go to www.belongvienna.org for more information.  

Fairfax County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all clubs and activities. Disclaimer: Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.

 

Programa de Mentor Gratis despues de escuela a el centro de Jim Scott/Providence

Belong! es una organización de Vienna no profit y están invitando a alumnos a su programa cada Miércoles, 6:30-7:30 pm a el centro de comunidad de Providence (el nombre va a cambiar a el centro de Jim Scott).  Este programa es por los alumnos que necesitan mas apollo con tareas y quieren recibir un mentor y tutor para tener exito y crecer confianza.  Por favor vea este foyetto para registrar.   Puede contactar a Belong! a 571-325-8689 si tiene preguntas o ir a www.belongvienna.org por mas información. 

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax no discriminan por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas y actividades y brindan igualdad de acceso a todos los clubes y actividades. Descargo de responsabilidad: Las oportunidades ofrecidas por organizaciones que no sean las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax no están patrocinadas ni respaldadas por la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax, el Superintendente o una escuela específica. Estas oportunidades pueden utilizar herramientas tecnológicas que no han sido evaluadas por el Departamento de Tecnología de la Información de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax. Los estudiantes deben obtener el permiso de sus padres o tutores antes de participar en cualquier oportunidad de enriquecimiento que no sea de FCPS y las familias deben revisar los Términos de servicio, los Acuerdos de usuario y la Política de privacidad para cualquier plataforma tecnológica que la oportunidad de enriquecimiento pueda usar antes de participar.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

9/11/23

Topic

Description/Date

Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

It was wonderful to see so many of you at Back to School Night last week.  Our teachers were excited to meet you and share a glimpse of your child’s school day with you.  For those of you who were unable to attend, grade level presentations can be found here. 

Today is a somber day as we recall the events that took place on September 11, 2001.  Today was also a day where the laughter of students, their curious questions, and our staffs’ efforts to grow their minds and hearts were a grounding balance; that beauty continues to exist in the world. 

As a school community we focused on the actions of heroes on this day to risk themselves as they thought about others’ needs.  Lyrics from Bruce Springsteen’s album The Rising, where he sings of those heroes are a great mantra to guide our thinking.  "May your strength give us strength, may your faith give us faith, may your hope give us hope, may your love give us love.”

Have a great week.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

School Events & Information

Marshall Road ES Parent Checklist

If you have not already done so, please complete the following:

1. Digital Resources Consent: Some FCPS-approved digital resources require parent/caregiver consent before they can be used by students. Find the list of resources which require consent on the Digital Resources - Parent Consent page. This page also includes directions on how to provide permission so your child(ren) can access all resources provided by their teachers.
2. Student Rights and Responsibilities (SR&R): This document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses. Parents using SIS ParentVUE will be prompted to sign the document when they log in to that platform. A printable version of the document with a signature sheet is available on the SR&R webpage. This form should be signed and returned by Friday, September 29.
3. Opt-Outs: The Opt-Out booklet is online or available from your child’s school. It contains information on: 
1. Parents’ rights to inspect and consent or opt out before their child participates in certain surveys.
2. Parents’ rights to inspect instructional materials.
3. Rules regarding student records and disclosure of student information (including photo/video of students) and the right to opt out.
4. Parents’ rights to opt out of the Social Emotional Learning Screener, physical exams not required by state law, career or social emotional counseling, Library Equity Access Pass Project, and/or Tutor.com.
5. The process by which complaints may be filed if parents or students believe their rights have been violated.

Paper forms can be signed and returned to your child’s school.

 

Make Every Day Count! The Importance of Attendance

As you plan upcoming trips and other family events, please remember the importance of sending your child to school every day. Review the FCPS School Year Calendar and try to plan any time away during long breaks from school. 

Children who show up for school regularly develop fundamental reading and math skills while building a habit of good attendance that will carry them into college and careers. Research shows that children who were chronically absent (missing 18 days or more) in kindergarten and first grade were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of third grade.

Learn how families can help form good attendance habits. 

PTA Update

Register for Fall Enrichment Classes - Deadline Tomorrow

Registration for PTA sponsored fall enrichment classes will be open until September 12 at 9:00 pm.  This fall offerings will include Fitness Warriors, Upcycled Art, Chess, Spanish, 3D Printing, Dance Fitness, Roblox Game Creation, Odyssey of the Mind, Yoga, Strategic Board Game Club, and MORE!  Classes and registration information are listed on our PTA enrichment site.    

Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register.  Classes have enrollment limits and are filled on a "first-come first-served" basis.  Questions?  Email Cheryl at [email protected].

 

Enjoy Some Pizza and Raise Some Dough at Mod Pizza 

Want to raise some DOUGH?  Come on down to MOD Pizza on Wednesday, September 13 and Marshall Road Elementary School will receive 25% of sales ALL DAY!  Order online using the code MODGIVES25 or by visiting the MOD location on Maple Ave and show this fundraiser flyer or mention the fundraiser at checkout.  Help us win an extra $1,000 by being one of the top 3 highest net sales during the back-to-school season!  

 

Save the Date for our Fall Family Picnic  

Join us on Friday, September 29 from 5:30-7:30 pm for our Fall Family Picnic.  There will be food trucks, music by School of Rock, games, and more.  Bring your whole family and enjoy the evening with the Marshall Road community!  Please use this signup genius to sign up for a time to help at the picnic. 

 

Thank you for helping restock the Food4Thought Pantry!  

Thank you to everyone that contributed to our food drive last week.  Your generosity has helped restock the shelves of the F4T pantry!  Please know that the need for items is ongoing throughout the school year.  You can help the program at any time by purchasing items from the  F4T Amazon wish list or F4T Walmart wish list.   

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook andInstagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here. 

Community Information

Excellence Academy Program

The First Baptist Church of Vienna invites students to their ‘Excellence Academy’ program which offers both academic and music instruction.  The program will be held Thursdays, 5:30-6:45 pm, beginning September 21, 2023. This program is not connected to MRES or FCPS but is solely sponsored by FBCV and is open to all students.  Transportation is available for those who need it.  Please contact FBCV at 703-938-8525 or [email protected] with questions and see this brochure for more information.

Fairfax County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all clubs and activities. Disclaimer: Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.

La Primera Iglesia Bautista de Viena invita a los estudiantes a su programa 'Academia de Excelencia' que ofrece instrucción académica y musical. El programa es los jueves, de 5:30 p.m. a 6:45 p.m., a partir del 21 de septiembre de 2023. Este programa no está conectado a MRES o FCPS, sino que está patrocinado únicamente por FBCV y está abierto a todos los estudiantes.  El transporte está disponible para aquellos que lo necesitan.  Comuníquese con FBCV al 703-938-8525 o [email protected] si tiene preguntas y consulte este folleto para obtener más información.

Las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax no discriminan por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas y actividades y brindan igualdad de acceso a todos los clubes y actividades. Descargo de responsabilidad: Las oportunidades ofrecidas por organizaciones que no sean las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax no están patrocinadas ni respaldadas por la Junta Escolar del Condado de Fairfax, el Superintendente o una escuela específica. Estas oportunidades pueden utilizar herramientas tecnológicas que no han sido evaluadas por el Departamento de Tecnología de la Información de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax. Los estudiantes deben obtener el permiso de sus padres o tutores antes de participar en cualquier oportunidad de enriquecimiento que no sea de FCPS y las familias deben revisar los Términos de servicio, los Acuerdos de usuario y la Política de privacidad para cualquier plataforma tecnológica que la oportunidad de enriquecimiento pueda usar antes de participar.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

9/5/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We hope you enjoyed the extended weekend and the beautiful weather it brought.  While we wish September was bringing cooler temperatures, the forecast shows a very hot week.  We will follow all FCPS guidelines regarding outdoor activities including recess and P.E.  Please be sure to send water bottles with your children daily.

We hope to see you this Thursday for Back To School Night.  This evening is for adults only and will allow you to spend time in your child’s classroom, meet their teacher and learn more about the year to come.  Please see the schedule for the evening below.

• K-1: 5:00-5:45 pm
• 2-3: 6:00-6:45 pm
• 4-6: 7:00-7:45 pm

Have a great week.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

A Year in the Life of the MRES Gardens

Please watch this video to see all of the learning that took place in our gardens last year!

 

AAP Parent Information Session and Fall Newsletter

The AAP Parent Information Session for those interested in learning about the AAP referral process will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 pm in the library.  This session is for parents of students in grades 2-6.

The fall AAP Newsletter can be found here. 

Translations are available below.

Amharic / Arabic / Chinese / Korean / Spanish

Urdu / Vietnamese

 

Digital Resources Consent

Teachers at Marshall Road will use a variety of digital resources to help students learn during the 2023-24 school year.  These digital resources have been checked and approved by Fairfax County Public Schools.  Please provide your consent for your student to use these resources through the Parent Digital Consent System (also linked on the Marshall Road Homepage). You will need to use your SIS Parent account to provide consent for EACH Individual Student in your family.  Here are step-by-step directions for providing your consent online.  You may also request a paper copy or verbally provide consent to your child’s teacher.

 

Attendance Reminder

Please remember, for any attendance notifications or dismissal changes, please email or call the Attendance line at 703-937-1515 or email at [email protected].  Even if you notify the teacher, you must also notify the attendance line for your student’s attendance and dismissal changes.

PTA Update

September PTA Newsletter 

Access our September newsletter here.  If you’d like to receive direct communications from the PTA, including our monthly newsletter and emails, set up a Memberhub account here.  

 

Registration for Fall Enrichments is Open 

Registration for PTA sponsored fall enrichment classes will be open until September 12 at 9:00 pm.  

This fall offerings will include Fitness Warriors, Upcycled Art, Chess, Spanish, 3D Printing, Dance Fitness, Roblox Game Creation, Odyssey of the Mind, Yoga, Strategic Board Game Club, and MORE!  Classes and registration information are listed on our PTA enrichment site.    

Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register.  Classes have enrollment limits and are filled on a "first-come first-served" basis.  Questions?  Email Cheryl at [email protected]. 

 

Food4Thought (F4T) Food Drive

The Marshall Road weekend food program, F4T, is resuming in September and we need items to sustain our support for families throughout the school year.  Each week, Marshall Road volunteers will pack nearly 80 weekend food packs to help support children experiencing food insecurity with healthy food for the weekend.  If you can help students in our community with a donation, we would be most grateful.

Currently the most needed items are Chef Boyardee meals, fruit cups, boxes of mac-and-cheese, and clean plastic bags (grocery-sized only).  See here for a full list of items used each week.  Donations can be placed in the F4T bin in the lobby by students during the week of September 5-8 and by adults at Back to School Night on Thursday, September 7. Items can also be donated via our Amazon wish list or Walmart wish list.

For other ways to donate contact Krista Davidson, school social worker at [email protected] or via telephone at 703-937-1556 or see the Marshall Road PTA website. 

We also need a few additional volunteers who are available to prepare bags of food for children to take home for the weekend.  Volunteers would be needed approximately once or twice a month Monday through Thursday for between 1 and 1½ hours during the school day.  If you are interested in helping, please reach out to Lisa Kelso or Erin Lebbin at [email protected].  

 

Become a Runathon Sponsor – Help Support our Biggest Fundraiser 

The 13th Annual Runathon is coming up November 10 and we are already in the process of designing our new Runathon t-shirt!!!  Do you have a business?  Are you looking for a fantastic, local advertising opportunity? Sponsor the Marshall Road Elementary Runathon and have YOUR logo on 1,000 shirts!  Your business’ support through a tax-deductible donation will assist us in purchasing a t-shirt for every student, faculty member, and volunteer for this event!  T-shirt space is available with two levels of sponsorship (Platinum: $1,000 and Gold: $500).  Email Renee at [email protected] learn more and secure your spot on this year's T-shirt.  

 

Save the Date: Dining for Dollars at Mod Pizza 

Want to raise some DOUGH?  Come on down to MOD Pizza on Wednesday, September 13 and Marshall Road Elementary School will receive 25% of sales ALL DAY!  Order online using the code MODGIVES25 or by visiting the MOD location on Maple Ave and show this fundraiser flyer or mention the fundraiser at checkout. 

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.

FCPS Communications 

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Available

According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Students who qualify for free and reduced-price meals receive breakfast and lunch at school at no cost.  Families in FCPS that are earning less than 185% of the poverty level can receive meals for their students at no cost. Families should complete the application before the start of each school year.  Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits.  Apply on the Free and Reduced-Price Meals webpage.

 

2023 Student Rights and Responsibilities

FCPS’ Student Rights and Responsibilities document (SR&R) explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable, and supportive school environment.  In late June, the School Board approved changes to the SR&R for the 2023-24 school year.  Updates include a revision of dress code expectations, bystander expectations for students witnessing harmful or unsafe behaviors, bullying, and substance abuse responses.  Read Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid’s letter to families regarding the SR&R. Parents/caregivers should talk to their child(ren) about expectations for this school year.  Also, please log in to SIS ParentVUE and sign to acknowledge your review of the SR&R, or sign and return the signature sheet to your child’s school by Friday, September 29.

 

Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights

Fairfax County Public Schools wants all parents to understand its policies regarding surveys, records, curriculum, privacy, and related rights.

In its Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms (Annual Notice), FCPS provides explanations of the rights listed above as well as forms that may be used to exercise opt-out choices.  Two versions of the Annual Notice are available — a grades K-8 version and a grades 9-12 version.  Parents with children at different grade levels should read each applicable version of the Annual Notice because the notices and opt-out rights vary depending on the student’s grade level. 

Get more information and view the 2023-24 Opt-Out Booklets here .

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Roadrunner Rundown 

8/28/23

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Principal Message 

Dear Marshall Road Families,

We had a great first week of school and are excited to jump into week #2!  There were many smiles on faces this morning as our students entered the building.  Our staff continues to focus on getting to know students, establishing routines, and diving into instruction.  

Please send a water bottle and snack to school daily with your children for them to enjoy in the morning or afternoon, depending on when their lunch is scheduled.  Do not send glass bottles or containers to school with your children.

While we do not have birthday parties at school we do encourage parents who want to acknowledge their child’s special day to donate a book to the classroom or send in something tangible such as pencils or stickers for classmates.  Edible treats such as food and drink to be shared with others are not allowed as we have students with allergies.

We hope to see you at the County Fair at Madison High School this Thursday, August 31, 5:00-7:00 pm.  Please consider joining the Madison Pyramid for this fun event.  Details can be found here.

Please join us for Back To School Night next Thursday, September 7.   We invite you to spend time in your child’s classroom, meet their teacher and learn more about the year to come.  This evening is for adults only and is scheduled by grade level. 

• K-1: 5:00-5:45
• 2-3: 6:00-6:45
• 4-6: 7:00-7:45

There will be no school for students and staff on September 1st and 4th as we are off for the Labor Day weekend.  We hope you enjoy this extended weekend with your family.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antionette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

Join Band or Strings!  Registration is still open!  

To learn more about the instruments and get a chance to play them, consider attending one of these special events at Madison High School (see attached flyers):

Band Instrument Fair - Monday August 28th, 6:30-8:30 pm

Strings Instrument Fair - Tuesday August 29th, 6:00-7:30 pm 

If you already know which instrument you want to play, you can register here.

Questions?

Strings: Mrs. Trillet, [email protected]

Band: Mr. Oedemann, [email protected]

 

Digital Resources Consent

Teachers at Marshall Road will use a variety of digital resources to help students learn during the 2023-24 school year.  These digital resources have been checked and approved by Fairfax County Public Schools.  Please provide your consent for your student to use these resources through the Parent Digital Consent System (also linked on the Marshall Road Homepage). You will need to use your SIS Parent account to provide consent for EACH Individual Student in your family.  Here are step-by-step directions for providing your consent online.  You may also request a paper copy or verbally provide consent to your child’s teacher.

 

Health Information and Emergency Care Forms

The Health Information Forms and Emergency Care Forms were sent home in Tuesday Folders last week.  If you have not already returned these forms, you can return the hard copies to the school with your students, or you can update these forms online through a new feature, called the Online Verification Packet, available through your Parent Vue account. 

 

Attendance Reminder

Please remember, for any attendance notifications or dismissal changes, please email or call the Attendance line at 703-937-1515 or email at [email protected].  Even if you notify the teacher, you must also notify the attendance line for your student’s attendance and dismissal changes.

PTA Update

Join us for the first chat with Chapman & PTA Meeting of the year! 

Our first meeting will be hybrid on Wednesday, August 30 at 6:30 pm.  Join us in person in the school library or virtually on zoom. 

If you are joining virtually, please use this zoom link.

Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972

Passcode: 319256

You will have a chance to meet our new Principal, Mr. Chapman, and learn about what he and the PTA have planned for the year.  We will also be voting on our budget for the year and reviewing the annual financial review.  If you'd like to have a vote on our budget and all PTA matters, please take a moment to become a PTA member.  Remember membership needs to be renewed each year. 

 

Registration for fall enrichments is open! 

Registration for PTA sponsored fall enrichment classes will be open until September 12 at 9:00 pm.  

This fall offerings will include Fitness Warriors, Upcycled Art, Chess, Spanish, 3D Printing, Dance Fitness, Roblox Game Creation, Odyssey of the Mind, Yoga, Strategic Boardgame Club, and MORE!  Classes and registration information are listed on our PTA enrichment site.    

Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register.  Classes have enrollment limits and are filled on a "first-come first-served" basis.  Questions?  Email Cheryl at [email protected]. 

 

Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day on September 5th

Every other Tuesday this fall we will celebrate Walk, Bike, & Roll to School Day!  We will kick off on Tuesday, September 5th.  Join us on the Bike Train or walk to school to enjoy exercise and fresh air and help alleviate congestion in the Kiss & Ride line. 

The Bike Train departs Meadow Lane Park at 8:45 am.  Students may meet at Meadow Lane or join the Bike Train along the route.  If you have a student joining the Bike Train, please consider signing up to chaperone some of the rides!   

If your student rides in the morning, please make sure they know how they are getting home in the afternoon and where they will meet you (at school, at home, or at Meadow Lane Park).  If they normally take the bus, you must inform the MRES office that they will be biking home (email [email protected]).  

Riders must have a helmet and be comfortable riding a two-wheel bike on neighborhood roads.  Please visit our Bike Train page for additional details. 

 

Food4Thought (F4T) Food Drive

The Marshall Road weekend food program, F4T, is resuming in September and we need items to sustain our support for families throughout the school year.  Each week, Marshall Road volunteers will pack nearly 80 weekend food packs to help support children experiencing food insecurity with healthy food for the weekend.  If you can help students in our community with a donation, we would be most grateful.

Currently the most needed items are Chef Boyardee meals, fruit cups, boxes of mac-and-cheese, and clean plastic bags (grocery-sized only).  See here for a full list of items used each week.  Donations can be placed in the F4T bin in the lobby by students during the week of September 5-8 and by adults at Back to School Night on Thursday, September 7.  Items can also be donated via our Amazon wish list or Walmart wish list.

For other ways to donate contact Krista Davidson, school social worker at [email protected] or via telephone at 703-937-1556 or see the Marshall Road PTA website. 

We also need a few additional volunteers who are available to prepare bags of food for children to take home for the weekend.  Volunteers would be needed approximately once or twice a month Monday through Thursday for between 1 and 1½ hours during the school day.  If you are interested in helping, please reach out to Lisa Kelso or Erin Lebbin at [email protected]. 

 

Fall 2023 PTA Calendar 

There are lots of great events coming up.  Please download our fall PTA calendar to stay up-to-date! 

 

Become a Runathon Sponsor – Help Support our Biggest Fundraiser! 

The 13th Annual Runathon is coming up November 10th and we are already in the process of designing our new Runathon t-shirt!  Do you have a business? Are you looking for a fantastic, local advertising opportunity?  Sponsor the Marshall Road Elementary Runathon and have YOUR logo on 1,000 shirts! Your business’ support through a tax-deductible donation will assist us in purchasing a t-shirt for every student, faculty member, and volunteer for this event!  T-shirt space is available with two levels of sponsorship (Platinum: $1,000 and Gold: $500).  Email Renee at [email protected] learn more and secure your spot on this year's t-shirt. 

 

Seeking Bike Donation 

We are seeking the donation of an adult men’s bike (size large) so MRES staff can participate in the Bike Train this fall.  If you have one to donate, please reach out to Monica at [email protected]. 

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.

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Roadrunner Rundown 

8/21/23

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Dear Marshall Road Families,

We are thrilled to have our Roadrunners back for the 2023-2024 school year!  Our first day together was very exciting as staff and students got to know one another!  Our theme for the year is Growing Kindness and this starts in each classroom.  The goal is for the roots of kindness to grow throughout our building into the community. 

We have bus Information of major importance for you to share with your children and friends.  Many families are used to a specific bus number that they have been assigned for years.  However, this year many of those numbers have changed.  FCPS sent communications via email and text with the most current bus information on August 10.  This information was also loaded to your parent SIS account.  MRES mailed all families a white envelope with transportation information including bus numbers, K&R information and dismissal procedures. Some students got on the wrong bus today because they were relying on last year's number.  Some families may have told their children an old number or put an old number on the MRES transportation form.  Please double check the current information from FCPS and MRES to make sure you are clear on the correct  bus number.  Call the main office tomorrow if you are uncertain.

Please be sure to send a water bottle and snack with your child daily.  Teachers give students a snack break in the morning or afternoon, depending on when their lunch is scheduled.

Much peace.

Matthew Chapman, Sue Kirby and Antoinette Nauflett

Administrative Team

School Events & Information

 

Madison Pyramid County Fair

Marshall Road families and staff are invited to attend the County Fair at Madison High School on August 31, 5:00-7:00 pm.  Please consider joining the Madison Pyramid for this fun event.  Details can be found here.

 

Attendance Procedures at Marshall Road School 

Attendance is taken five days a week.  Even if you contact your student’s teachers to inform them of an absence, it is also essential for you to report the absence to the office before 10:00 am, so the attendance can be coded accurately in SIS.  You should also email the attendance line if your student will be arriving late, leaving school early or changing their dismissal route.   Details can be found here.

PTA Update

Celebrate the First Week of School with Ice Cream 

Let's kick off this school year with a D4D sweet treat at Ben and Jerry's Wednesday, August 23.  Dine in or take a few pints to go from 4:00 pm to close and 20% of all sales will be donated to the Marshall Road PTA.  Just mention MRES when you place your order.  No code or flier needed.  See you there!   

 

Room Rep Interest Form  

The PTA helps coordinate room reps for every classroom.  Room Reps help communicate the teacher’s needs to families, assist in organizing class celebrations, plan teacher appreciation efforts, and help communicate classroom and PTA information to the families.  We are hoping to find a room parent for every home room teacher!  See our Room Parent at a Glance info sheet here.  Please use this Google Form to let us know if you're available to be a room parent for their class.  Questions? Contact Monica Nuno at [email protected].   

 

Fall Enrichments  

Every fall and spring the PTA coordinates with vendors to offer an array of Enrichment Programs which are held at the school.  These programs are only available in the mornings before school and typically last eight weeks, though some do run longer.  

Class offerings change each semester.  This fall offerings will include Fitness Warriors, Upcycled Art, Chess, Spanish, 3D Printing, Dance Fitness, Roblox Game Creation, Odyssey of the Mind, Yoga, Strategic Board Game Club, and MORE!  Classes and registration information will be posted to our enrichment site.     

Registration for fall classes will open August 28 at 7:00 am and run through September 12 at 9:00 pm.  The first day of classes will be September 18.  Financial assistance is available for those who qualify and may be requested when you register.  Classes have enrollment limits and are filled on a "first-come first-served" basis.  Questions?  Email Cheryl at [email protected].   

 

Bike Train Clinic this Saturday  

The Marshall Road Bike Train is returning this Fall!  The season will start with a Bike Train clinic on Saturday, August 26 at 9:30 am.  Meet in front of the school near the basketball court/blacktop.  The Clinic will give everyone an opportunity to gather before the first Bike Train.  We will give safety tips, go over Bike Train policies, and answer any questions.  Then the Bike Train will run every other Tuesday this fall, morning and afternoon from September 5-November 14.

 

Save the Date for the first PTA Meeting of the year!  

Our first meeting of the year will be held on Wednesday, August 30 at 6:30 pm and will be hybrid.  Join us in person in the school library or virtually on zoom.   If you are joining virtually, please use this zoom link.  Meeting ID: 870 7770 0972  Passcode: 319256   

You will have a chance to hear from Principal Chapman and learn about what the PTA has planned for the year.  We will also be voting on our budget for the year and reviewing the annual audit.  If you'd like to have a vote on our budget and all PTA matters, please take a moment to become a PTA member.   An annual membership is $15 for one parent /guardian and $10 for a second parent/guardian (a total of only $25 for a family) and needs to be renewed each year. 

 

Teacher & Staff Wish Lists  

Now that you know your student's teacher assignments, this is a great time to review the Teacher and Staff Amazon Wishlists on our PTA website here. You will see the lists are filled with key items that will benefit our students. You can support our teachers and staff, and by extension ALL MRES students, by reviewing their Amazon wishlists and helping fulfill their wishes!  These lists are up year-round, and we will continue to add lists for additional teachers and staff as we receive them.

 

Order your Marshall Road Spirit Wear 

Now is a great time to purchase your Marshall Road spirit wear for the fall!  Check out our spirit wear site. Choose one of our 12 Marshall Road designs and place it on an item of your choice. Items will ship directly to you! 

 

Stay Informed and Get Connected!  

You can find the most up-to-date information on our website, and PTA Facebook and Instagram pages.  You can also complete your membership and join the PTA here.  

FCPS Communications 

Opt-Out Flyer 

The 2023-24 Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms flyer is now online.

 

Student Rights & Responsibilities Resources

The 2023-2024 Student Rights and Responsibilities document explains expectations for student behavior and adult responses to enhance school safety and to create a fair, equitable and supportive school environment.  We ask that you use this document as a framework for discussing these expectations with your child so that he or she is well prepared for success when the school year begins.  You will also find that this publication includes information that you may need throughout the school year, including contact numbers and other resources.  This document is available in the following languages: Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, and Vietnamese.

 

Parent/Guardian Signature Sheet

Please log on to your SIS ParentVue account and sign to acknowledge review of this document OR sign and return the Signature Sheet to your child’s school by September 29, 2023.

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