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Welcome Ms. Dowling

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We are thrilled to welcome Ms. Holly Dowling as our new Principal! She will officially join our school on Monday, May 13, 2024 and we are excited to welcome her to the Bailey's Upper family.


FCPS Summer Camps

Register Today for FCPS Summer Camps

Registration for FCPS Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts (IFTA/E-IFTA) camps closes on Friday, June 7. Tuition is waived for students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. Bus transportation is available from select FCPS high schools and middle schools. Learn more about Summer Learning and Fun for Students.


Summer Extravaganza

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Enjoy Learning, Fun, and Helpful Information at the Extravaganza! 

Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza! Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and inspire growth. In addition to learning activities, enjoy tips and helpful information for families. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moon bounce, a petting zoo, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost!

Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for more details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it's helpful for planning purposes.


FCPS Cares: Recognize our Staff who go above and Beyond

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The FCPS CARES Program is an opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to recognize FCPS employees for going above and beyond to help others and show they care. We invite you to submit your story, so we can all acknowledge the good work of FCPS employees, specifically at Bailey's Upper ES.


Current and upcoming Assessments at Bailey’s Upper

Spring iReady Assessments for Reading and Math

The purpose of iReady assessments is to identify students who may have gaps in foundational literacy and mathematics skills. iReady tests are also used to measure student progress in reading and mathematics skills. All students complete iReady in fall and spring each year. Depending on fall performance, a student may take an assessment again in the winter. iReady is delivered within the classroom instructional block. Schools set the specific dates for testing in each class.

  • 3rd Grade Reading iReady - Monday, May 13th 

Math and Science SOL dates for Bailey’s Upper:

State assessments measure the extent to which students have learned the content and skills reflected in state standards and may also be used to measure growth in learning state standards.

3rd grade SOLS

  • Math and Reading Make ups continuing next week.

4th grade SOLS

  • Math and Reading Make ups continuing next week.

5th grade SOLS

  • Math and Reading Make ups continuing next week.
  • Science SOL - Tuesday, May 14th

If you have any questions regarding upcoming assessments, please contact Nicole Cassidy and Denise Cash-Pinckney our School Testing Coordinators at 703-503-2700


Important things to Remember

  • May 27- Holiday-No School
  • June 5- BUpper Fitness Fun Day
  • June 6- Rising 3rd Grade Parent Coffee at 2:00 p.m. in the Cafeteria
  • June 10- 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony 
  • June 12- Last Day of School (2 hour early release) 
  • Thursday Folders come home the first and third Thursday of every month
  • Kiss and Ride Drop Off/Pick Up Schedule for Upper 8:25-8:35 a.m. and 3:25-3:35 p.m.