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The Cougar Column

January 30, 2026

The CougarColumn January 30, 2026
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January has been a cold and shortened month, and we are hopeful for warmer temperatures and clearer days ahead. We are also hopeful that the cold weather has helped reduce the spread of flu germs. Midyear testing is currently underway, and our students are demonstrating remarkable growth. We are incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication they continue to show.

If your child was absent prior to the snow days, please be sure to send in a doctor’s note or parent note for documentation. Thank you for your continued support.

We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to our PTO for helping purchase our new digital sign. This upgrade to our existing sign is a wonderful addition to our school and community.

Reminders Reminders

  • Dudley Elementary School apparel can be purchased at https://dudleyspirit.itemorder.com/shop/home/
  • If your student is absent, please make sure to send in a doctor's note or parent note. Students are allowed 5 parent note per semester.
  • Please send all transportation changes to brittany.collins@frco.k12.va.us. Hand written notes can be sent in the daily communication folder as well. No transportation changes will be taken from Dojo.
  • Please remember your Driver's License when checking out your student. The system did not roll over from last year. We are so sorry for the inconvenience but safety is our number one priority.

PTO Updates PTO Updates

Are you interested in serving on the PTO? We will be electing new board members in May. If you have a passion for helping Dudley be the best it can be, we would love to hear from you! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. You can also contact the PTO directly at PTO4Dudley@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

  • February 11th: Class Pictures
  • February 13th-16th: Winter Break/Closed for students
  • February 17th 5-7pm - Arcade Night at Bridgewater- PTO give back!
  • February 17th-20th: Kindness Week
  • March 2nd-6th: Read Across America Week
  • March 19th @ 6:00- Parent Family Engagement Night (hear from a guest speaker on the effects of screen time) Food will be included
February Lunch Menu

Caught Being A Leader Caught Being A Leader

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End of Year Dates End of Year Dates

Friday, May 29th-

  • Career Day

Tuesday, June 2nd-

  • PreK (Whitt) Graduation

Wednesday, June 3rd-

  • PreK (Jalbert) Graduation
  • Kindergarten Crossover

Thursday, June 4th-

  • 9-10:00- FCHS Senior Walk
  • 1st-4th Grade Awards

Friday, June 5th-

  • Field Day

Monday, June 8th-

  • Field Day (Rain date)

Monday, June 8th at 6:00-

  • 5th Grade Graduation at CrossPoint

Tuesday, June 9th- 9-11am

  • 5th Grade Foam Party

Dudley Elementary Family Calendar

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