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To read this newsletter in other languages, please visit our website.
Para leer este boletín en otros idiomas, visite nuestro sitio web.
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Dear Bailey’s ES Families,
Happy New Year! We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season! As we finish the first week of January 2024, we are excited to welcome our students, families, and staff back to school. We want to thank everyone for joining us yesterday at Family Science Night! We hope you enjoyed visiting the different stations with your children. Thank you to all the volunteers! We could not have hosted this event without your support!
There has been lots of talk of snow over the weekend. Since we aren’t sure what kind of precipitation the impending storm will bring us, please watch this video to see how weather-related closing decisions are made. The FCPS’ website is generally the first place where you will find a post about emergency weather closings. Other communication channels will be used as quickly as possible including email, text, social media, and news stations. Learn more about how schedule changes are communicated. We hope you stay warm and safe as the storm sets in!
As always, thank you for your continued support of our school. We hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Satonya Dews, Principal
Jillian Bell, Assistant Principal
Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
Kyle Jimenez, Assistant Principal
Outstanding Award Winners!
Congratulations to this year's outstanding award winners. Bailey's Outstanding Teacher Award goes to Janice Perrault, School Librarian. Bailey's Outstanding Professional Employee Award goes to Sara Crummett, School Counselor. Bailey's Outstanding Operational Employee Award goes to Maria Demarest, Family Liaison. We are so proud to work with these amazing professionals!
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Important information for
Spanish Immersion Families
Starting January 29th, all Spanish Immersion students will be switching their homeroom class to their partner teacher to start their day for the remainder of the school year. This means, if they currently start their day with their language arts/social studies teacher, they will switch to start their day with their math/science teacher and vice versa. This will ensure that students receive equal amounts of instructional time in language arts and math. Their lunch, recess and specials classes will remain exactly the same. More information will be communicated directly from your child's homeroom teacher closer to the switch.
Mark Your Calendars!!!
Parent/Caregiver Lunch Visitation Schedule
Parents/Caregivers are invited to join their student(s) for lunch at school on an assigned day. This is a great opportunity for parents/caregivers to come in for lunch with their child.
We encourage parents/caregivers to eat the same lunch as their child either packed or school lunch. We kindly ask that you do not bring fast food/outside lunch or candy. Also, parents please be advised that the bathrooms directly outside of the cafeteria are for student use only.
On the day of your child’s lunch, please arrive 5 minutes early so you can sign-in at the office and they will direct you to the cafeteria. Additionally, when you leave the school, please remember to check out in the office. If you choose to buy lunch from the cafeteria, adult pricing is $4.50 and may be paid in cash. Click here for more information on purchasing lunch.
We ask that you please limit visitors to 1 caregiver, and no strollers please. We also ask that family members do not follow their child's class back to the classroom or outside for recess.
Please see below for the scheduled lunches by teacher
Dual Language Immersion Program Registration
Registration for the countywide lottery for Dual Language Immersion (DLI) programs will open on Monday, January 22. Current pre-K students may apply for the kindergarten immersion program, and current kindergarten students may apply for the first grade immersion programs for the 2024-25 school year. Programs are available in French, German, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
Parents/caregivers who are interested may want to attend an informational meeting. Meetings are held at the school site. Check the FCPS events calendar for the most current information. Meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 16.
A virtual meeting hosted by the World Languages Office will include general program information. Access to this virtual meeting will be made available on the FCPS events calendar and the Dual Language Immersion registration site on the day of the meeting.
Get more information on the immersion program webpage and registration page.
Safe Students, Safe Schools
Fairfax County Public Schools believes that academic success is built on the foundation of a safe learning environment. This includes physical safety, and mental health and wellness.
FCPS has a comprehensive approach to safety that involves physical security measures, online monitoring by security staff, and crisis intervention support. The division has created the Safe Students, Safe Schools Brochure (PDF) to enhance your awareness of potential hazards and to equip you with practical tips for how you can help. Visit the FCPS website for more information.
Opioid Awareness and Resources
View the conversation to raise awareness of fentanyl and other drugs In this video, Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid interviews the Fosters, a family who tragically lost their son Cayden to a half pill of fentanyl mistaken for Percocet. This heart-wrenching yet eye-opening video of their experience is essential to raise awareness among parents/caregivers and students about the dangers of fake painkillers.
Please join Dr. Reid on Wednesday, January 10, at 6:30 p.m., at Edison High School for a community conversation about opioid awareness. You may register to attend. However, registration is not required; it is simply for space considerations.
The evening’s program is appropriate for parents/caregivers and students in grades 6-12. All attendees will receive free REVIVE! Narcan training during the event and learn about support services currently available within FCPS and Fairfax County.
FCPS’ website also has resources to help you to start the conversation and additional support for families struggling with substance misuse.
Help FCPS Reach 1 Million Minutes of Math
FCPS Family Math Week starts on Monday, January 8! Participate in games and stories online. FCPS is working toward a total of 1 million minutes logged by families. The event is free, with activities from ST Math geared toward students in grades K-6 and their families.
Math Week offers families an opportunity to experience math, literacy, history, and geography in a fun and positive way. All content will be available for families in English and Spanish beginning Monday, January 8. Visit the Math Week website.
Food Insecurity Resources
Food insecurity impacts more than 60,000 Fairfax County residents. There are many resources available to support those who need food assistance. Find out how to receive or offer support on the Fairfax County website, or view their Human Services Resource Guide for assistance with food, clothing, housing, and other services.
Staying Healthy This Cold/Flu Season
Cases of RSV, the flu, and other viruses often rise this time of year. It is important for students to wash their hands regularly and cover their coughs and sneezes. Please monitor your child’s health daily and keep them at home if they are sick. Visit FCPS' Health and Safety Guidance webpage for more tips.
Family Resource Center Workshops
The Family Resource Center has developed several workshops for families and educators. The following two live workshops can be signed up for through this form and take place on February 16th and on March 15th:
2/16 (10-11:30am) Proactive Strategies for Effective Communication Add to Calendar Embark on a collaborative parenting journey while we guide you through practical tips that can be used in your home.
3/15 (10-11:30am) Taming Tantrums and More Add to Calendar Parents, ever had a moment when things feel like a big puzzle and you just need the right pieces? We will share strategies to help when your child’s behavior feels like a rollercoaster. Learn how to turn meltdowns into moments that make you go 'ta-da!'
In addition to the above workshops, the Family Resource Center has a YouTube channel from which families and educators can access past workshops and seminars. Below is a selection of past workshops that might be of interest:
5 Ways to De-Escalate Dysregulated or Defiant Children with Kirk Martin
Who's the Boss? 5 Ways for Families to Help Kids with Big Emotions
Seven Tips to Behavior Success at Home
Calm Creators Tools to Help Students Process Feelings
Managing Aggression and Teaching Cooperation
Challenging Behaviors: ABCs of Behavior and How to Respond
Strategies to Diffuse Unexpected Behavior
Seven Steps to Behavior Success at Home
Parent Coaching in Early Childhood
5 Ways to Stop Anxiety, Power Struggles, and Behavior Issues
123 Magia: Lo Básico
Meet the Author Series 123 Magic
Save the Date
January 15th - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday- No School
January 25th - 2 Hour Early Release, 1:40 Dismissal
January 26th - Teacher Work Day, No school for students
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