Dear Bailey’s Upper Families,
This week was another amazing week with your children. I learned how to make a sensory garden, met with some 5th grade students during their lunch, continued to meet with staff members and I was even able to meet with a few parents.
All of the conversations continue to be around how amazing this place is for both staff and families. The students shared that they love their teachers, enjoy the cafeteria because of the windows, and can sit with friends and talk. Some of the students shared that they wished they had more time and equipment to play with at recess and they gave me some great ideas (I have a running list🙂). One student even told me how I could make the lunches taste better and teach them independence, I just need to find room outside to plant a full garden! Each conversation continues to give me insight into the amazing things already happening here and the small ways we can enhance our student's experiences.
I held my 45th individual meeting with staff members today, and this is extremely important to me. The information I am learning is invaluable as we close out this year and head into summer; they are the amazing people behind the work happening all year. They continue to share their different ideas for after-school clubs, recess, and experiences they want to ensure our students have. Next year is going to be amazing as we make some of their ideas a reality.
See below for some pictures of our Green Team and our Science Teacher Ms. Rozick. They worked with Merrifield Garden Center to plant a sensory garden. Students can touch lamb ears, and smell mint, rosemary, and lavender. Next time you are here be sure to stop by to touch, smell, and see the different plants. Thank you Ms. Rozick. 💚
We hope you can take time to relax, enjoy the company of loved ones, and reflect on the sacrifices made by those who have served our country this Memorial Day Weekend.
Save the date for a Popsicles with the New Principal on Monday, June 3rd from 5:30 - 6:30 at the Bailey’s Primary playground.
Wishing you well,
Ms. Dowling
 ☀️ Enjoy Fun and Resources at the Summer Extravaganza
Stop by Woodson High School on Saturday, June 1, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., for the FCPS Summer Extravaganza. Enjoy face painting, food, music, a moonbounce, alpaca petting, storytime, and student performances — all at no cost! Additional food trucks will be on site selling a variety of treats.
Families are invited to take part in engaging educational activities designed to spark curiosity and growth. Community organizations will be providing tips, resources, and helpful information. Visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage for details and register to attend. Registration is not required, but it’s helpful for planning purposes.
Later this month, you will begin receiving your child’s spring assessment results. If you aren’t sure what assessments your child took this year, view this list of tests by grade level on FCPS’ website.
How the results are delivered depends on the test. Scores will be posted in SIS ParentVUE, or sent by mail or from the school or testing organization. Learn what to expect regarding assessment reporting practices and timelines.
Visit FCPS’ website for additional information about student assessments, including what each assessment is testing for and how to interpret the test results. Caregivers should contact their children’s teacher with any testing questions.
📈 New SOL Growth Reports for Grade 3-8 Tests
Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) test results, along with other student data, help demonstrate in which subjects or topics students may need additional academic support.
In order to help interpret SOL results for parents, the Virginia Department of Education has released new Standards of Learning Growth Parent Reports for families of students who took grade 3-8 SOL math and reading tests this spring.
The Growth Parent Report ties together scores from fall and winter Virginia Growth Assessments (VGA) with the student’s current spring SOL results to show their trend in academic progress this year.
Learn how to understand your student’s grade 3-8 SOL results and find resources to support their ongoing learning.
Support Your Child’s Success in SIS ParentVUE
Signing up for a SIS ParentVUE account helps you to support your child’s academic success. Caregivers can view important information in ParentVUE such as attendance, grades, progress reports, and assessment scores.
Once you have activated a ParentVUE account for an FCPS student, you will keep the same account until the student graduates. Information about students in the same family can be accessed through the same ParentVUE account. A SIS ParentVUE app is available for Apple and Android devices.
Need help creating a SIS ParentVUE account? This video explains the steps. Find out more. To create a new account, please contact the school at 703-503-2700 for an activation letter.
If you already have an account, be sure your contact information is up-to-date. Parents/guardians can update their phone numbers or email addresses in the Parent/Guardian section. View more information.
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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.
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End-of-Year Academic Screener Score Reporting for Families
Family score reports for most spring assessments will be centrally distributed to families through SIS ParentVUE, with central mailing ongoing for VKRP assessments. Schools continue to have responsibility to distribute SIS-posted reports to families without ParentVUE accounts. A FCPS This Week notice on 5/22 will alert families to expected delivery timelines.
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iReady Grade 1-3 - expected in PVUE the week of 6/3 (non-PVUE delivery by the end of this year)
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iReady Grade 4-6 - expected in PVUE the week of 6/24 (non-PVUE delivery before the start of next school year)
Reading, Math, and Science SOL Makeups and Remediation dates at 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.
SOL Makeups, Remediations, and Retakes
- Monday, May 20th – Friday, May 24th – SOL Makeups and Remediation for Retakes
- Tuesday, May 28th – Friday, May 31st – SOL Retakes
SOL retake forms will be sent home with students who qualify for a one-time expedited retake. Please complete the form and return it to your child’s homeroom teacher.
If you have any questions regarding upcoming assessments, please contact Nicole Cassidy and Denise Cash-Pinckney our School Testing Coordinators at 703-503-2700
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May 27- Holiday-No School
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May 30- Rising 3rd Grade Parent Coffee at 9:15 a.m. in the Cafeteria
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June 3, 4, & 6- Rising 3rd Grade Field Trip to BUpper
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June 5- BUpper Fitness Fun Day
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June 10- 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony
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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.
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