Student Rights and Responsibilities
Parents and guardians, please review the Student Rights and Responsibilities and related resources at www.fcps.edu/srr. After reviewing the information, fill out the SR&R Parent Acknowledgement Form using this link:
https://forms.gle/Y41Kwgjmjv2mtQtSA
The form must be filled out one time per student each year.
Fall 2020 iReady Assessment
The online iReady assessment (also known as the universal screener) provides an initial view of all students’ foundational skills to help teachers identify students who may have challenges in reading or mathematics. Students in first and second grade will take the iReady reading and mathematics assessment this month. More information about the assessment can be found on the FCPS Universal Screener Parent Notification webpage.
This fall, students will take iReady at home instead of at school. Teachers will discuss the assessment with students in advance, including how to log in and what to expect. Resources to help families administer the assessment at home can be found on the FCPS Universal Screener webpage.
For questions, please contact your child’s teacher or our School Testing Coordinator & Assistant Principal, Mirna Galeano MVGaleano@fcps.edu
Staff Training – September 21
On September 21, 2020 our Bailey’s staff will participate in Cultural Proficiency Module VI - Examining Racism and Bias session. This training is facilitated by central office staff and our assigned time for the training is Monday, Sept 21 from 10:30 – 12:00. Student small group BBCU instruction on Sept 21 will not be held during that time. Any adjustments in your child’s schedule will be shared by your child’s classroom teacher.
Advanced Academics Program Level IV Screening Update for 2020-21 School Year
Due to the ongoing pandemic, there will be adjustments to the AAP level IV screening processes for the coming school year. Level IV or full time advanced academic services begin in 3rd grade.
Adjustments Due to COVID:
- There will not be CogAT testing. There will be a process for students without an abilities test to take the NNAT in December.
- There will not be an option to exercise the one-time retest option this school year.
- The referral deadline will be December 1, 2020, rather than January and referrals will be collected by email.
- Files will no longer include optional awards/commendations materials.
Parent information sessions at Bailey's Elementary will be held by Michelle Walker, Advanced Academic Resource Teacher.
October 5th AAP Parent Night (English) 7:00 – 8:15
October 6th AAP Parent Night (Spanish) 7:00 – 8:15
October 7th AAP Parent Night (Arabic) 7:00 – 8:15
Overview of Advanced Academics Services (K-2) 7:00 – 7:30
Overview of Level IV Services and Referral Process (2nd grade) 7:35 – 8:15
The meeting is open to all parents/guardians of K – 2 students.
Among questions to be addressed:
- What types of services are offered at my child’s school?
- How are children selected for the school-based program?
- What are the Naglieri and Cognitive Abilities tests?
- What is a Level IV Advanced Academic Center, and how can my child qualify?
Constitution Day Lesson
Students at Bailey's Elementary learned about Constitution Day on Thursday, September 17th.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3ZaWwQKW2M
NCS Parent and Student Support Programs
 
Digital Resources Access/Consent Form
All parents will need to access this link so your child can access FCPS digital resources (websites) listed on our Bailey's website.
Please note some of these resources will be used often and others may be used from time to time.
The form must be filled out one time per student each year.
FCPS Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms
- This booklet provides you with detailed information about your opt-out choices. The form is due no later than September 30, 2020 and includes:
- Objection to Release of Directory Information to the Public
- School Counseling Opt-Out Forms
- Objection to Release of Information for Commercial Purposes
https://www.fcps.edu/sites/default/files/media/forms/2020-21%20K-8%20English%20Opt-Out%20Booklet.pdf?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term=
Virtual Family Science Night
Please clear your calendar for our upcoming virtual Family Science Night on Thursday, September 24 from 6:00-7:30 P.M. The Children’s Science Center will be hosting this event exclusively for Bailey’s Elementary School. During the evening, the center’s staff will share exciting and informative demonstrations designed to spark interest and wonder in the world of science. A link for the event will be shared on September 23rd. If you have further questions, please contact the Bailey’s Primary science resource teacher, Mr. Misch ffmisch@fcps.edu.
Mental Health and Wellness Conference (ES/MS/HS)
This year we will continue to partner with INOVA and Kaiser Permanente to host the 7th Annual Mental Health and Wellness Conference. The conference will feature multiple keynote speakers who will address social emotional learning and resiliency. Virtual sessions will be offered September 14th-October 3rd. The kickoff panel will be hosted by NBC 4’s Eun Yang. Registration is available at the following website: https://www.fcps.edu/resources/student-safety-and-wellness/mental-health-and-resiliency/mental-health-and-wellness
Bailey’s Mental Health Team Updates
The Bailey’s mental health team is here to support you and your child’s needs. At Bailey’s we use the MTSS (multi-tiered system of support) model, for meeting the social emotional needs of our students.
Our School Social Worker, Mercedes Tikoyan, and School Psychologist, Silvia Stone, provide counseling support and services for students at Tiers 2 and 3. Tier 3 interventions are intensive, evidence-based instruction maximizing intensity, frequency, and duration. Interventions are progress monitored. Examples of Tier 3 interventions include FBA/BIP, suicide prevention, threat assessment, or collaboration and consultation with wrap around services for a child.
In Tier 2, students need additional support beyond core instruction of social emotional learning and academic skills to be successful. Just like a math teacher will implement strategies to support students struggling to understand math concepts, students who struggle with social emotional learning or academic skills benefit from extra support. Tier 2 can encompass work for a group of students that takes place individually, implementation of a behavior contract, providing Check-in/Check-out, and individual counseling. However all counseling services provided to students by school staff must be to help a student be successful in the school environment. For counseling needs requiring long-term therapy or of a family nature we are happy to provide information about outside counseling service providers.
Our School Counselors, Nicole Wilkins and Sara Crummett, provide counseling lessons to all students and resources for staff to use in their work with the social emotional learning and academic skills for students as part of Tier 1. Schoolwide initiatives also fall into Tier 1 because they provide the structure and expectations for all students. Ms. Wilkins and Ms. Crummett also support students in need of Tier 2 support.
Bailey's Elementary Early Literacy Program Information
Bailey’s Main Office
Our office is open Monday to Friday from 9-1pm. The phone number is 703-575-6800. For student registration, please contact the school registrar Mrs. Sofia Arias at 703-575-6804 or searias@fcps.edu to make an appointment. If you have documents to drop-off or an appointment to attend, please know visitors are not allowed inside the building, ring the doorbell and someone will come out to assist you. Please wear a mask.
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Welcome Laura Doughty
Please welcome Laura Doughty to the Bailey's Elementary parent liaison team! Parent liaisons work in schools to help families get the information and assistance they need to support their children and to ensure their academic success. Laura will be supporting Bailey's Elementary on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays this year. Please contact Laura by email if you need any support. lrdoughty@fcps.edu
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