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Dear Bailey’s ES Families,
We hope this message finds you well! This week, our students focused on becoming responsible Digital Citizens. This week of learning was important as because are committed to teaching them how to navigate the digital world safely and respectfully.
Students also took their school pictures this week. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the parents who helped make Picture Day a success! Your support ensures that our students have lasting memories from this special day.
On Monday, October 21st students will be released three hours early. This day will be an opportunity for our staff to engage in professional development and continue enhancing our students' learning experiences. We are planning to provide childcare for families who have a childcare hardship on Monday. If you have not shared your childcare plans, please call our school at 703-575-6800.
Lastly, we are excited to share that our new Assistant Principal, Keith Downing, has spent the last two weeks getting to know our dedicated staff and wonderful students. He is already making a positive impact, and we look forward to his contributions to our school community!
As we prepare for the weekend, we thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school. Together, we can create a thriving environment for our students.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Satonya Dews, Principal
Jillian Bell, Assistant Principal
Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
October is National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Students in various grades are learning characteristics of bullying and how they can help stop it.
- To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.
Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student.
Below is a poster from Second Step about bullying prevention:
🎤 Our Schools, Our Future: Register Today for a Community Conversation!
Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid will host a series of Community Conversations this fall. She invites you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click the dates below to register for any of the following conversations:
Events will take place from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Childcare and language interpretation services will be provided.
From September 15 to October 15, FCPS recognizes and celebrates the histories and cultures of the members of our community who trace their heritage to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Elementary School Clinics
The Fairfax County Health Department will provide immunizations for FCPS elementary students on limited early release Mondays at their district offices. All school-required immunizations will be offered at no cost. Call 703-246-7100 to make your appointment.
🤒 When a Student Should Stay Home From School
Whether students miss school because of illness or any other reason, missing school leads to learning loss.
Help your child succeed by encouraging them to attend as many days as possible, but do make sure your child stays home if they are sick. Visit our website for information on when to keep your child at home.
If your child has a chronic illness, make sure to notify their teacher so that assistance can be provided if needed. Keep an open line of communication with your school's public health staff.
Read about how families can help form good attendance habits. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
🗓️ Attendance Tip: Scheduling Family Trips or Events
Good attendance is an important life skill that will help students succeed in school and beyond.
When planning trips or family events, refer to the FCPS calendar and try to use weekends and school holidays. Every day of learning is a day toward success. Keep in mind that absences add up quickly. Students absent 10% of the school year (or just two days per month) are considered chronically absent.
When possible, schedule appointments for your child outside of school hours. If your child needs to miss school because of an illness or another reason, you must report the absence.
Watch this video with tips on understanding our school calendar and visit our Attendance webpage for additional information. Attend today, achieve tomorrow!
Save the Date
October 21st – 3 Hour Early Release – Students dismissed at 12:45
October 30th – Trunk or Treat 5:00 - 6:30pm at Bailey's Primary
October 31st – End of Quarter – 2 Hour Early Release at 1:45
November 1st – All Saints Day & Diwali Holiday – School Closed
November 4th – School Planning Day – Student Holiday
November 5th – Teacher Workday – Student Holiday
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