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Dear Bailey’s ES Families,
We had a great week of learning and fun at Bailey's. It was great to see our students and staff who participated in our Digital Citizen Sprit Day on yesterday! Our kindergarten students learned about the different ways you can go to school. They also started to learn about technology and what things will look like in the future. Our first grade students learned about how animals move and their coverings in science. In math they continued to learn how to count by 5's and 10's. Our second grade students have started learning about technology over time, and famous inventors and their inventions. In math they started learning different strategies for adding and subtracting double digits.
Please remember that this Monday, February 10th is a 3-hour Early Release Day. Also, don't forget that next Saturday, February 15th is our Global Community Day. Please see below about both events.
Thank you for your continued support of our school. We hope you have a great weekend!
Satonya Dews, Principal
Jillian Bell, Assistant Principal
Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
Important Reminder: We Need Your Help!
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. If you haven't already done so, please complete the 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 on Monday, February 10th.
Thank you for your attention to this matter and for helping us plan for a smooth dismissal.
February 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:
Kindness Week is coming 2/10- 2/14
What is Virginia Kindness Week?
The purpose of Kindness Week is to recognize that simple day-to-day acts of kindness enable our schools, communities, and state to be a kinder, safer, healthier and more inclusive place to live, work, learn and play.
This is a schoolwide and community celebration. At Bailey’s we will have a Spirit Week to celebrate kindness (paper copies were sent home in Thursday folders on 1/30) with each day having an action item to go along with the theme. Classrooms will have discussions on why kindness is important and how to show kindness to all (self, peers, adults, environment).
Lastly, as a family you can use the Kindness Idea Bank document to think about different ways to show kindness at home, school, and in the community.
📍 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.
FCPS Proposed Budget Progress
The Fairfax County School Board discussed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Proposed Budget at their work session on February 4. They discussed details regarding student enrollment and investments in students requiring additional support, market comparison data for surrounding school divisions, and an update on progress toward achieving the Baldrige Award for Performance Excellence. Baldrige is a framework used to assess and improve organizational performance across various sectors, including education.
The School Board also held a public hearing on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget on Tuesday, February 4, where they invited the community to share their feedback on the budget.
On Tuesday, February 18, the Fairfax County executive will present the county’s Advertised Budget, and the Fairfax County School Board will hold a work session on the FCPS FY 2026 Proposed Budget. View FCPS’ Budget Development Calendar.
More than 85% of the budget is dedicated to instruction and reflects the needs of our community’s young people in response to the changing world around us. Budget priorities include providing competitive compensation for all employees, including a 7% salary increase for all staff. The majority of the budget increase is dedicated to that proposed 7% pay increase.
Our families want their children in high-quality schools with the best teachers who provide rigorous academic experiences. We must provide competitive compensation to attract and retain our outstanding educators, administrators, and other school-based and operational staff dedicated to the success of our students.
The proposed 7% salary increase would likely move FCPS to the highest starting salary for teachers with a master's degree among our neighboring counties and greatly improve our recruitment efforts amidst an ongoing teacher shortage. Visit the Budget webpage for more information.
🧥 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.
Magnet Schools
🧲 Learn About Science, Technology, and Arts Magnet Schools
Three FCPS elementary magnet schools — Hunters Woods, Bailey’s Primary, and Bailey’s Upper — provide enhanced learning programs in science, technology, and performing arts.
Registration for the 2025-26 elementary magnet lottery is open Tuesday, March 4, through Friday, April 4. Learn more about the programs on the Elementary Magnet Schools page and information on the magnet lottery on our Registration page.
❄️ 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
February 10th- 3-Hour Early Release, Dismissal at 12:45pm
February 15th- Global Community Festival, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
February 17th- No School/ President's Day
February 28th- Arts in Action Day, 9:20am - 10:00am
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