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Dear Bailey's Families,
First, to all who served, we want to say a very special Thank You on this Veterans Day! We are so grateful to you for the sacrifices that you made so we may enjoy the freedoms that we have.
Second, even though it was a short week, it was still a great week of learning and fun. Students in kindergarten participated in math lessons that included counting objects and identifying numbers. In language arts, students started learning about pattern books, and they continue to learn about letters and letter sounds. This week kindergarteners focused on learning about the "p" and "ch" sounds. Students in first grade continued to learn about different math operations, specifically learning about the addition and the equal symbols. In reading, students learned to use details in the story to support their predictions about what will happen next. Second grade students engaged in math activities including matching base-ten representations to numbers, making combinations of 10 and combinations of 20. In writing, they continued to write their personal narratives focusing on one small moment they have experienced.
We hope you have a wonderful weekend! As always, thank you for your continued support of our school!
Satonya Dews, Principal
Jillian Bell, Assistant Principal
Mirna Galeano, Assistant Principal
Check out Ms. Morgan's 2nd grade class as they learned about Veterans Day from two Marines who visited their class. They also interacted with a "Military Museum" which included clothing for both men and women!
Gardening Day: Saturday, November 12th
Please come join us and meet other parents and families during our Gardening Dates at Bailey's. Our next one is Saturday, Nov. 12th from 9am-12pm, feel free to come anytime between those hours. You do not need any experience, your willingness to help is more than enough. Come meet us at the trailers in the back of Primary. Please register below if you plan to join us!
https://signup.com/go/maAEfik
Superintendent Community Conversations
Superintendent Community Conversation – Justice Pyramid
Please join us for a Superintendent Community Conversation at Justice High School on Monday, November 21st from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Learn more about Dr. Michelle Reid, FCPS superintendent, and help her get to know our school community. Language interpretation will be provided, as available, as well as child care and light refreshments. Please register to attend with this link: https://www.fcps.edu/blog/superintendent-community-conversations.
Employee Awards!
Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Employee Awards! To submit a nomination for a Bailey's Primary ES Outstanding Employee, please complete the nomination using the link below. You may nominate one employee at our school or multiple employees (you may only nominate one employee per category).
Please note: the submission deadline is November 18th
Please use this link to access the nomination form: Staff Nomination
Helpful Tips from our Mental Health Team
Social Emotional Learning and Being on a Sports Team
Playing sports offers lots of teachable moments. If your child has the skills and desire, have them participate in group sports and talk about the rules and what is expected. Practice what they will say if the child’s team wins versus losses and talk about how the others might feel if they say something unsupportive. Being a good sport and practicing sportsmanship can take lots of practice, but it's important for building teamwork and flexibility. It's also great exercise.
Donation Opportunity
Throughout the year, we are able to support many student needs through the generous donations from a non-profit organization called Firefighters and Friends to the Rescue. They provide support with school supplies, backpacks, coats, toys and other items. In order to continue to provide such support to the community, we are asking for support with monetary donations. Any amount can help tremendously. Please consider supporting this organization by submitting donations to:
www.operationwarm.org/firefighterandfriends.
https://www.ffandfriends2therescue.org/
Thank you!
Level IV AAP Referrals
For 2nd grade parents/guardians who would like their child to be screened for AAP Level IV (Full-Time) Services, the deadline for referrals is December 15, 2022.
Parent/Guardian Materials for Level IV Referrals
Required:
- A Level IV Referral Form is required for any student (grades 2-7) whose parent would like them screened for full-time services (referral forms found here: AAP Forms)
Optional:
- The Parent/Guardian questionnaire
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Up to two pages of student work samples (PDFs or image files (i.e. jpg/png) accepted)
- Private ability test results (from a private, clinically licensed psychologist or George Mason Cognitive Assessment Program)
Parents/guardians may email all materials to the Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) or may turn in the materials to the office. For any questions or to submit materials, please email the AART, Katie (Lauricella) Franklin, at krlauricell1@fcps.edu.
Staying Healthy This Cold/Flu Season
Although the community level of COVID-19 in Fairfax County is currently low, cases of RSV, the flu, and other viruses are on the rise. It continues to be important to wash your hands regularly, cover coughs and sneezes, monitor your health daily, and stay home if you are sick. For more tips, visit our Return to School website.
FCPS Calendar Survey Coming Soon!
In an annual planning process, FCPS uses input from the community to help develop the school year calendar for the following year. The Calendar Survey will be sent to parents/caregivers, employees, and students in grades 7-12 next week.
Our framework for creating the calendar is available online to ensure transparency, as we work to build a calendar that is inclusive and equitable.
FCPS Strategic Planning that Reaches All
The strategic planning process is a community-wide effort. There will be many opportunities to share feedback or participate in a community meeting. We want our community to stay informed and be involved. You can help!
If you are an active member of a community organization or group who people look to for information, please consider signing up to be a key communicator during the strategic planning process. FCPS key communicators should have an interest in sharing information about the school division and encouraging involvement. Key communicators will:
- Receive regular updates including news, information, future events, and engagement opportunities.
- Share the information they receive with their group in a timely manner.
- Encourage group participation in engagement and feedback opportunities where appropriate and possible.
If you or someone from your organization would like to serve as an FCPS key communicator during the strategic planning process, please submit this form by Monday, November 28.
Want to Work for FCPS? Subs, Monitors, and Others Needed!
FCPS will hold a virtual job fair on November 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. FCPS is seeking those interested in positions as substitute teachers, substitute instructional assistants, student monitors, instructional assistants, public health attendants (PHAs), and public health training assistants (PHTAs) positions. Learn more and register to attend or view current job openings.
Sub and Save the Day! Bonus Opportunities!
FCPS is always looking for kind and caring substitute teachers and substitute instructional assistants to ensure our students continue to thrive when teachers and instructional assistants need to be out of the classroom. Substitute teaching is a great opportunity for future teachers, stay-at-home parents, retirees, college students, part-time employees, and anyone who wants to make a difference.
FCPS has started offering bonuses for substitutes who are available to teach on high volume days. Additionally, substitutes who work more, will earn extra bonuses when they reach 50, 100, or 150 days worked in a school year.
Substitute Teacher and Substitute Instructional Assistant information sessions are held virtually on Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. Candidates will receive an email link to the virtual information session the Monday before the session. Sign up for an information session.
$3,000 Signing Bonus for Bus Drivers
Job fairs will be held for those interested in becoming bus drivers for FCPS on Friday, November 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stonecroft Transportation Center and Wednesday, November 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lorton Center. Click on the links to learn more, call 571-423-3000, or email driveforfcps@fcps.edu.
Feedback Welcome on Proposed Family Life Education Changes
The Fairfax County School Board is reviewing recommended changes to the Family Life Education (FLE) curriculum and invites public feedback as part of the review process. In May 2022, the Family Life Education Curriculum Advisory Committee (FLECAC) presented recommended curriculum changes, to go into effect for the 2023-24 school year. Those changes include adopting gender-combined instruction, and exploring instruction of gender identity, recommended media, and other instructional changes.
The recommendations reflect leading education and child development research and expert advice. According to research cited in the recommendations, these changes will create a more inclusive learning environment, result in higher academic achievement for students, and improve school climate.
Public feedback will be shared with FLECAC and the School Board. FCPS staff and the School Board will consider all feedback but are unable to reply to individuals.
Learn more about the recommended changes on our website. The public feedback form will be available on our website and will be open October 31 through December 1.
Schools Adopt Text and Translation Platform
FCPS has recently adopted TalkingPoints, a two-way messaging app that allows parents and caregivers to communicate with teachers and schools. Look for messages from Bailey’s ES to learn how we are implementing the app. For more information, visit the FCPS TalkingPoints webpage.
The app translates messages, so teachers can input messages in English and parents can respond in their preferred language. TalkingPoints supports 125 languages, making it easier and faster for our FCPS families to connect with their schools. If you need to update your preferred correspondence language, contact the main office at 703-575-6800.
Special Education Review Final Report
FCPS is committed to providing excellence for all students, and continues to seek ways to improve and ensure the highest quality of special education and related services for students and families. At the request of the School Board, the FCPS Office of Auditor General engaged a consultant to conduct an independent, third-party review of FCPS’ special education program in October 2020.
American Institutes for Research® (AIR) presented their final report during the School Board’s October 4 work session. Watch the video of AIR’s presentation and visit FCPS’ Office of Auditor General webpage for more information.
The School Board will hold a second session to discuss a framework for the Special Education Enhancement Plan at their Tuesday, November 15 work session.
 Have you ever stopped to wonder if you are loving your child in a way that speaks to their heart? Learning to express your child’s unique love language can work wonders in your relationship to bring you closer to each other. Check out this article from the Parenting Education Programs’ staff about the Five Love Languages.
The Parenting Education Programs is offering virtual and in-person classes at this time. Please click here to submit a family enrollment form, or email us for more information.
The next free Virtual Parent Café will be held Wednesday, Nov. 16, 7-8:30 p.m. to discuss Learning Your Child's Love Language. Parents or caregivers of children 0-18 can sign up for any Virtual Parent Café by sending an email or calling 703-324-7720 at least one business day before the Parent Café.
We have openings for dedicated child welfare professionals. Apply today to join our team.
What makes you feel loved does not necessarily make your child feel loved. Sometimes they need more than caring words. Show love through stopping, paying attention, and above all, knowing how to connect.
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Parenting Education Programs recommends “The Kissing Hand” by Audrey Penn. Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten, so his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him. This heartwarming book can help children know they are loved by family at any time.
Want to learn more about “The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers”? Register for the FCPS Parent Resource Center’s Meet the Author series with Dr. Gary Chapman on December 2, 2022, from 10-11 a.m. Hear from Dr. Chapman as he invites parents and caregivers to step into their teen’s world and shares his insights about loving your teens.
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Save the Date
November
21 -Dr. Reid's Community Conversation at Justice High School
23-25 - Thanksgiving Holiday
December/January
Dec 19-January 2-Winter Break Holiday
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