Thank you to all of our students, parents, families, and staff members that participated in CETA Night! It was a great success! Last night truly supported our school's Mission and Vision!
FCPS is working closely with the Fairfax County Health Department to monitor the latest updates about the coronavirus (COVID-19). FCPS has a webpage for updating our community on Coronavirus. FCPS Coronavirus Updates Page
We are reinforcing the importance of students following proper handwashing procedures and our outstanding custodial teams following standard cleaning protocols by using hospital-grade disinfectants on high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs, faucet handles, and handrails. We realize that time is a valuable commodity during the school day, and in today’s environment, hand washing should be a priority, so we are encouraging staff to provide ample time for students to wash their hands.
Here is additional information about flu virus prevention from the Fairfax County Health Department:
Hand hygiene saves lives! Did you know that proper hand hygiene may prevent up to 80 percent of infectious diseases? Germs get on your hands and on items you touch throughout the day.
Stop the spread: Without realizing it, people frequently touch their eyes, nose, and mouth AFTER touching contaminated objects, such as doorknobs, handrails, desks, and hand-held devices.
What can you do? The first line of defense is handwashing which is easy, cheap, and effective in preventing the spread of germs. When done correctly, handwashing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of contagious diseases.
Simple steps to practice proper handwashing are:
- Wet hands
- Lather with soap
- Scrub for 20 seconds (Have fun and sing a song)
- Rinse
- Dry
Lead by example! Remember, children imitate what you do. Remind your kids to wash their hands:
- Make it part of your routine prior to eating and after using the bathroom
- Here’s a fun video featuring staff and students at Springfield Estates Elementary School:
Baby Shark Handwashing Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J54zD_nVZco
The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) employs school health aides and public health nurses who provide school health services to the students in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS). To determine the quality of these services, a survey has been developed by the FCHD to be shared with all parents or guardians and school staff members who interact with the school health rooms. This may include principals, school counselors, and main office staff members. The survey has been approved for distribution by the FCPS’ Internal Survey Advisory Committee.
Electronic versions of the survey forms may be accessed at:
School Health Services Survey – Parents 2020: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K9VWCJ6 approval # 20217
School Health Services Survey-Parents 2020 (Spanish): https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K7KGXTS
School Health Services Survey – STAFF 2020: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KDDYRW3 approval # 20216
The survey will take less than five minutes to complete and will provide the FCHD with valuable information. Your participation in this important endeavor is appreciated.
Friendly Reminders
Wednesday, March 25th
Bailey's Upper Chorus Concert at Bailey's Upper Elementary
Monday, April 6th through Friday, April 9th
Spring Break: FCPS Schools Closed
Monday, April 13th
Teacher Workday: No School For Students
Friday, April 17th
Bailey's Multi-Cultural Family Night at Bailey's Primary
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