The RUNdown
Week of October 31st
Halloween
Monday (10.31) is Halloween and while we welcome costumes, please remember that the dress code still applies. NO full-face masks/face coverings (we have to be able to identify you by your face), toy weapons, etc. will NOT be permitted. DO NOT bring these items to school or wear clothing that violates the dress code.
Examples of unacceptable dress include, but are not limited to:
- “See through” shirts, spaghetti-strap tank tops, or muscle shirts. These may only be worn with an additional shirt of a different type underneath or over
- Hats, head covers (except for religious purposes), headbands, and sunglasses are not to be worn in a school building
- Clothing that exposes undergarments, the midriff, chest, back, or buttocks is inappropriate for school and is not permitted
- Pajamas and other sleepwear
- Absence of shoes or appropriate footwear
- Clothing with inappropriate slogans, sexual innuendo, sexual content, themes of violence, or negative gestures, especially as they relate to alcohol, drugs, illegal substances, or tobacco products may not be worn
- Any student’s dress that is determined by school administration to be disruptive to the learning environment is not acceptable
- Pants worn below the normal waistline and/or at a length that may cause walking on the hem of the garment
For your reference, the FCPS dress code may be viewed here (pages 11 and 12).
Important Dates
Sunday, October 30th
- Trick or Treat Street - 2-4pm
Tuesday, November 1st
- Talent Show Auditions - 3-5:30pm
- Tri-M Induction Ceremony - 6pm
- Half Day Remote Learning
- No School - Election Day
Wednesday, November 9th
- One Act Performances and Fall Play - 7pm
Thursday, November 10th
- End of the Third Marking Period
- One Act Performances and Fall Play - 7pm
Saturday, November 12th
- One Act Performances and Fall Play - 7pm
Wednesday, November 16th
- Report Cards available to view in Infinite Campus
- Graduation Orders (during lunch shifts and from 4-7pm)
November is:
- National Native American Heritage Month

Upcoming Athletic and Extracurricular Events
Monday, October 31st
Football at Sherando - Freshmen at 6pm and JV at 7:15pm
Wednesday, November 2nd
- Region 4C Cross Country at Movern Park - Boys at 2pm and Girls at 2:30pm
Friday, November 4th
Varsity Football vs. Sherando (home) - 7pm

Cougar Counseling Information
Please visit the KR School Counseling website for the latest Counseling information
Discover Mount Vista Governor's School Field Trip
- Current freshmen, sophomores, and/or juniors interested in applying to Governor's School should stop by the Counseling Office and see Ms. Reed (trinnie.reed@fcps1.org) for a field trip form to DISCOVER MVGS
- The trip is occurring on November 16th; forms are DUE no later than November 2nd

School Pictures
- If photos have already been taken, they are available for purchase
- Please view and order photos using this link
- Use your student ID when prompted for an online code
- For school picture related questions, please email underclass@vosphoto.com
Code of Conduct and Parent/Student Handbook
- All students are held to the standards outlined in the FCPS Code of Conduct
- Please reference the Parent/Student Handbook for additional information
FCPS Academic Calendar
Library
- School libraries partner with our families to ensure that book checkouts are appropriate for the individual students’ level, interests and beliefs. School librarians welcome these discussions with students and their families
- Parents are encouraged to guide their child’s book choices by having discussions and making recommendations that reflect their interests and values. The Destiny Catalog of library materials is available to every parent and community member to view through this link: https://fcps1library.follettdestiny.comUsing this link, parents can contact the school librarian by phone or email to have a discussion about access to library materials. When possible, a note will be placed accordingly on the child’s account. By filling in this Google Form, parents can request an email notification of what books their child has checked out on a weekly basis
Cougar Café
- The Cougar Café is dedicated to providing quality food and service to our students and faculty/staff
- We encourage parents and guardians to check out our our online menu (to include breakfast and lunch items) here
- To stay informed about your student's account activity and balances, sign up online for a free account at MySchoolBucks.com, where balances and daily activity are available to view
- If you still have questions or concerns, do not hesitate to call our office at (540)422-7342 or email Ms. DeRenzis (Manager) at Debra.derenzis@fcps1.org or Ms. Cadle (Assistant Manager) at Maureen.cadle@fcps1.org. We also welcome (and encourage!) student balance inquiries at the register
Navigating Schoology
Parents/Guardians
- Use this link to log-in
- Click on the gray parent button
- Enter your Schoology code that can be provided by any of you student's teachers or their school counselor
- For more information, please visit the FCPS Schoology Support page
Community Outreach

After Prom Committee
Krispy Kreme Donuts
Donuts are sold by the half dozen after each HOME football game
Options include - original glazed, chocolate glazed, raspberry, lemon, or Kreme filled
Makes a great after game snack or Saturday morning breakfast
Pampered Chef Fundraiser
- October 1st - 30th
- Scan the QR code below to access the catalog
Chick-fil-A
- Wednesday, November 9th from 6am-9pm
- CFA in Warrenton
- Mention KRHS After Prom and 20% of the day's sales will be donated
Contact/Follow Us
- Volunteer here
- Twitter - KRAfterProm, Facebook - KRAfterProm, Instagram - afterpromkr
Fundraisers
- Order See's Candies until December 2
- Items will arrive in time for the holidays!
Have you linked your Harris Teeter VIC Card to Kettle Run High School?
- Harris Teeter contributes a percentage of all HT brand purchases to Kettle Run High School when your VIC card is linked to our school!
- Visit your Harris Teeter and ask your cashier to link your card to #7417
- Use this link
- Once you are signed up, we start raising funds!

