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Dear Bailey’s ES Families,
It is hard to believe that we will be wrapping up the 2nd quarter and begin the 3rd quarter next week. We look forward to lots of new learning opportunities. Teachers are finishing up midyear assessments while preparing to introduce new units in reading and math. Although we’ve had lots of days off due to snow, frigid temperatures and the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday, we are excited to return to coming to school every day. Please remember that school starts at 9:00 a.m. With so many missed days of school in January, it is important for students to be at school on time every day.
As we enter this new quarter of the school year, we encourage you to maintain open communication with teachers, stay informed about your child's progress, and continue to be actively engaged in their educational journey.
We hope you have a wonderful and slightly warmer weekend! Go Commanders! 🏈😊
Satonya Dews, Principal
Jillian Bell, Assistant Principal
Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
Important Reminder
This is a reminder that Bailey’s Elementary School will have a three-hour early dismissal on Monday, February 10, at 12:35 p.m. to accommodate teacher training in the afternoon.
For families with unique childcare needs, FCPS is offering student supervision on this day. Students will be supervised by Bailey’s school-based staff. Please note that there will be no instruction during this time. Instead, students will engage in afterschool activities under the supervision of a Bailey’s staff member, not their teacher.
To ensure all students are dismissed safely, we need your support in planning. In your child’s Thursday folder, you should have received a paper survey asking whether your child will be dismissed at 12:35 p.m. or if they will require supervision until the normal release time at 3:45 p.m.
We kindly ask that you complete and return this form to your child’s teacher as soon as possible.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for helping us plan for a smooth dismissal.
January 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 $4.75 and may be paid in cash or by check. 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:
📍 Virtual Community Boundary Review Meetings
If you have not been able to attend an FCPS Community Boundary Review meeting yet, it’s not too late! The following virtual meetings will have the same format and information available as the previous in-person meetings:
Click one of the dates above to register and receive your unique Zoom link. Each virtual meeting will be capped at 400 participants to help provide a meaningful experience for all. Language interpretation will be available. Learn about FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review. Sign up for the School Boundary Review newsletter for updates.
📍 Actualizaciones de la Revisión Integral de Límites
Reuniones virtuales de la Comunidad para la Revisión Integral de Límites se llevarán a cabo:
La inscripción estará disponible próximamente en la página web de Revisión Integral de Límites, donde también podrá informarse sobre el proceso de revisión de límites. Inscríbase también en nuestro boletín de Revisión de Límites Escolares.
🧥 Keep Your Child Warm During Outdoor Activities
Winter weather is here! As a reminder, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately with a warm coat and other cold-weather clothing, so they can comfortably enjoy time outdoors. Schools monitor the weather for low temperatures, wind chill advisories and warnings, and weather advisories that may prevent children from being outside for activities like recess or physical education.
View Fairfax County’s Winter Weather/Extreme Cold safety tips.
If you need assistance getting cold-weather clothing for your family, please contact our family liaison, Estefania Castro, at ecastro1@fcps.edu. You may also contact Fairfax County Coordinated Services Planning (CSP) at 703-222-0880. Their multilingual staff can assist with any challenges you are facing, including food, shelter, employment, financial assistance, and health care.
❄️ Be Among the First to Hear About School Delays/Closings
Watch this video to see how FCPS makes weather closing decisions.
FCPS’ website is generally the first place to find out 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.
Be among the first to hear about weather delays and closings! Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE. Emails and text messages are sent to parents and caregivers based on the addresses and cell phone numbers entered on this platform.
⛄Student and Family Resources
Fairfax County Public Schools has compiled a list of resources for students and families in case they need assistance while schools are closed for winter break. Please visit FCPS’ winter resources webpage for information on academic support, mental health support, and county resources related to food, clothing, housing, and other needs.
School’s Closed, Learning Can Continue!
FCPS encourages students to take advantage of fun learning opportunities during winter break and snow days. Consider these winter activities to blend education and play for your students during winter break or weather-related school closures.
Attend Today Achieve Tomorrow!
Visit Attendance Resources and Support for more attendance insights and support – because every day is a step toward a brighter tomorrow!
Let's get your child to class when the bell rings. Every school day is a unique opportunity for students to learn, connect, and grow. The life skills children need to get ready for school are the same life skills that will help them reach graduation and beyond!
A big thank you to:
- 🌟 Students and families who show up every day, even when it's busy.
- 👩🏫 Teachers who create a welcoming and safe haven for learning.
- 👨💼 Administrators who provide a safe and engaging learning environment.
- 👏 Bus drivers, support staff, and volunteers who lend a helping hand to our students.
If you need support, reach out to your school counselor, family liaison, or school social worker for a helping hand. If your child is not feeling well, please view the Can My Child Go to School? webpage.
For more visit our attendance webpage. Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow! 📚
Loving Solutions
We are thrilled to invite you to Loving Solutions, a free 10-week parenting course designed specifically for Bailey’s parents with children aged 5 to 10 years old. This empowering program offers a supportive environment where parents can connect, share experiences, and gain practical strategies to address their child’s behavioral challenges at home and how to strengthen the relationship between child and parent.
Highlights of the program include:
- A built-in parent support group to provide emotional encouragement.
- A structured space to learn from other parents and build a sense of community.
- Practical, actionable advice tailored to real-life challenges.
Important Details:
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Language: The course will be conducted in Spanish.
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Schedule: February 3rd to April 28th
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Time: Dinner at 6:00pm & Class 6:30pm-8:30pm
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Location: Bailey’s Primary – Family Center
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Childcare will be available at no cost.
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Cost: Free!
Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your parenting skills and build meaningful connections with other families.
Register now using the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8wv1NCB2M81iFmD9eeukCSCQ7y0sDh2LHYoUmMSWr1glqNA/viewform
Estamos emocionados de invitarte a Soluciones Amorosas, un curso gratuito de 10 semanas diseñado específicamente para los padres de Bailey's con niños entre 5 a 10 años de edad. Este programa poderoso ofrece un ambiente de apoyo donde los padres pueden conectarse, compartir experiencias y adquirir estrategias prácticas para abordar los desafíos de comportamiento de sus hijos en casa y cómo fortalecer la relación entre padres e hijos.
Aspectos destacados del programa:
- Un grupo de apoyo para padres integrado que brinda ánimo emocional.
- Un espacio estructurado para aprender de otros padres y construir un sentido de comunidad.
- Consejos prácticos y aplicables a los desafíos cotidianos.
Detalles importantes:
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Idioma: El curso se impartirá en español.
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Horario: Lunes por la tarde, del 3 de febrero al 28 de abril.
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Lugar: Centro Familiar de Bailey’s Primary.
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Costo: ¡Gratis!
No pierdas esta oportunidad de fortalecer tus habilidades como padre y construir conexiones significativas con otras familias.
Regístrate ahora utilizando el siguiente enlace: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf8wv1NCB2M81iFmD9eeukCSCQ7y0sDh2LHYoUmMSWr1glqNA/viewform
Save the Date
January 29th- No School/ Teacher Work Day
February 10th- 3-Hour Early Release, Dismissal at 12:45pm
February 15th- Global Community Festival, 12:00 pm - 4:00pm
February 17th- No School/ President's Day
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