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Dranesville students participated in the Special Olympics Feet Meet at Madison High School.

Celebrating Inclusion: Special Olympics Banquet

Tomorrow we are excited to host our Special Olympics Unified Basketball Awards Banquet. A heartfelt thank you to our students, families, and staff for their incredible hard work this sports season. We truly appreciate your dedication to fostering a community of inclusion and lasting friendship for our students.

Prioritizing Readiness: Every Day Counts at Dranesville Elementary

Based on the Virginia Department of Education’s (VDOE) School Performance and Support Framework, Readiness is a vital component of school success. In elementary schools, Readiness accounts for 10% of a school’s total performance rating. Within that category, student attendance is the primary metric.

Consistent attendance is a critical pillar of Readiness. Research shows that missing as few as two days a month, just 10% of the school year, can significantly impact academic growth. Students who reach this threshold for any reason are considered "chronically absent."

Thank you for your continued partnership and for prioritizing your child’s daily attendance. Together, we are ensuring the continued success of our students and Dranesville Elementary School.

Kindergarten Orientation

Our Kindergarten Orientation was held on April 10, 2026, and we loved meeting the Class of 2039 and their families! If you have a child turning five years old before September 30, 2026, and were unable to attend, we would still love to connect with you.

Please save the date for our second Kindergarten Orientation:

• Date: Friday, May 8, 2026

• Time: 9:30 AM 

• Location: Dranesville Elementary

To get started, please contact our Registrar, Angela Agana, to schedule a registration appointment. You may also reach out to our Family Liaison, Paulina Hidalgo, who is available to assist families in both English and Spanish.

We look forward to seeing you on May 8th and officially welcoming you and your child to the Dranesville community!

Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award

Nominations are open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award.  The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC), sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.  

This award recognizes an individual staff member, community member, or student who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.

Any FCPS employee, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18, 2026.  The winner will be recognized at the FCPS Equity Symposium in August.

Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award website

Standards of Learning Assessment Dates

May 5th: 5 and 6 Reading ✔️ May 7th: 3 and 4 Reading May 12th: 5 and 6 Math May 14th: 3 and 4 Math May 19th: 5th Science

Spring testing season is here! Be sure to put testing dates on your family calendar so you don't forget.