Bailey’s Upper Kindness Week 💕

This special week is all about spreading kindness, celebrating what makes us unique, and having fun together as a school community 💫 Participation is optional but encouraged!

💛 Monday 2/9 – Bright Colors Day

Wear bright colors because kindness never fades.

🧦 Tuesday 2/10 – Mismatch Day
Just like a mismatched outfit, our school is made of many different pieces. We all belong!

🏀 Wednesday 2/11 – Sport Day
Kindness isn't just a solo act; it's a team sport. When we support one another, the whole school "scores".

👔 Thursday 2/12 – Dress to Impress Day
Dress to impress and treat everyone like a VIP!
📸 (Class Picture Day!)

❤️ Friday 2/13 – Red, Pink, Purple or Heart Day
Kindness makes the heart grow.

We can’t wait to see our students show their school spirit and kindness all week long! 💕🌟

As we approach the holy month of Ramadan, we want to extend our best wishes to all who will be observing this special time of reflection, prayer, and fasting. We recognize that this is an important period for many of our students and families, and we want to ensure that we are providing the appropriate support. 

Please view this IMPORTANT VIDEO in Arabic explaining the support Bailey's Upper is offering our families. 

If your child will be fasting Ramadan and/or would like to participate in prayer during the school day, please let us know so that we can make the necessary accommodations. Please complete this brief form so that we can document your child’s participation and create a plan to support them. We are happy to provide a quiet space for students who wish to pray and will do our best to support their needs throughout the month.

STUDENT FASTING & PRAYER SUPPORT FORM

Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to share how we can best support your family during this time. We appreciate your partnership in making our school a welcoming space for all.

Wishing you a blessed Ramadan!

🌟 Family Engagement Workshop 
Join us to learn how to understand your child’s Middle of the Year iReady (Literacy) and MAP (Math) results. We’ll review progress from the beginning to the middle of the year, highlight strengths, and identify areas for growth.

Please note that due to the weather this upcoming weekend and the need for streets/roads to improve we have moved the date of workshop once more.

📅 **NEW DATE** FRIDYA, FEB. 13th 

🏫 In-Person: Bailey’s Upper at 9:30–10:45AM
💻 Online via Zoom: 7:00–8:00PM

📊 Results will be shared at the workshop or sent home the same day.

🔗 English Zoom: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/98226138523?from=addon
🔗 Spanish Zoom: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/95877144722

💌 Valentine’s Day Lunch – Friday, February 13 

We are excited to invite parents to share a Valentine’s Day Lunch with their children on Friday, February 13! 💖 Enjoy a special meal together, celebrate friendship, and create loving memories in the cafeteria. Parents should attend during their child’s classroom lunch period.

School lunch will be available for $4.75, payable by cash or check. We are unable to take credit card payment. We kindly ask that you either purchase a school lunch or bring a lunch from home. Please do not bring fast food (such as McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, etc.). We look forward to seeing all the smiles and Valentine’s Day joy! 🍎💘

LUNCH SCHEDULE

10:45-11:10

Davila, Delgado, Mahmood, Ortega & Warner 

11:10-11:40

Abu, Bukovac, Hammye & May 

11:40-12:10

Aviles, Dove, Gerber, Oliveras, Rabil & Rotello

12:15-12:45

Anderson, Coles, Morrissey & Orellana

12:45-1:15

Agus, Longsworth, Smith, Stukes & Wyatt

1:15-1:45

Pavoni, Springer, Velasquez & West

We are excited to invite parents and guardians of current 5th grade students to our Rising 6th Grade Workshop on Friday, February 20th. This workshop is designed to help families prepare for the transition to middle school and learn what to expect in 6th grade.

Families may attend In-Person at Bailey’s Primary from 9:15–10:30am or join us virtually via Zoom from 7:00–8:00pm.

During the workshop, you will:

• Learn about 6th grade core courses
• Explore available elective options
• Receive information about the AVID program and Application Process
• Sign-up for the Glasgow NYC

🔗 Zoom Links:
English Link: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/91335486388 
Spanish Link: https://myfcpsk12.zoom.us/j/97249843386

We hope you can join us for this important and informative event as we support our students in their next big step! 💙📚

The 17th Annual Chinese New Year Festival will take place on Saturday, February 14, from 10:30 AM–5:30 PM at Luther Jackson Middle School.

This festive celebration features colorful performances, a lively Dragon Parade, hands-on kids’ activities, cultural crafts, and delicious Asian cuisine 🥟🎶🎨. Admission is free for children under 6, $2 for children ages 6–12, and $5 for adults.

If you’re looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate the Lunar New Year, this could be a wonderful family outing! 🧧🐉💛

Justice High School's PTSA marquee fundraiser, Wolves at the Lodge will be on Sat. February 28th from 7:00-11:00 PM. Tickets for teachers and administrators are only $10!!!

Enjoy a night out with neighbors. Reunite with old friends. Meet some new ones. The casino games will be rolling. There will be fabulous prizes, raffles, and silent auction items… including themed baskets this year!  Great food, dancing, music, cocktails— everything you want AND it’s a great cause— our kids and teachers.  Let’s make this year’s event the biggest and best yet.

Dangerous Cold is Here: Know the dangers of being out in frigid temperatures

As we venture outside into temperatures that are below freezing, it’s important to know the potential risks to which you’re exposing yourself. Chief among them are hypothermia and frostbite. Take note of these tips to help protect your family in these extreme conditions:

Hypothermia

Hypothermia is a condition caused by the body’s inability to produce heat faster than it leaves the body. Hypothermia can set in when the body’s temperature drops below 95 degrees. Hypothermia comes on gradually, so it can go unnoticed, and can have fatal results if not attended to promptly, so be sure to watch for any of these symptoms.

• Shivering
• Confusion
• Shaky hands
• Slurred speech
• Drowsiness or tiredness
• Shallow breathing
• Lack of coordination
• Loss of consciousness

If you or someone around you is experiencing any of the symptoms of hypothermia, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Take these precautions until you can see a physician:

• Provide shelter from the cold
• Cover the person with blankets
• If they are on the ground, get them up, or put something beneath them to help insulate them
• If able, provide warm beverages to help bring up the body’s temperature.

Frostbite

Frostbite occurs when skin and its underlying tissue are exposed to very cold temperatures and freezing conditions.  Skin that appears waxy or hard and has a gray tone may have frostbite.  Damaged skin may also itch or burn.  Frostbitten skin may also turn red as the affected area thaws.  

To help prevent frostbite:

• Wear warm clothing and dress in layers.
• Use hats, gloves, scarves, thick socks, and well-insulated boots to cover body parts that are prone to frostbite (nose and ears).
• Remember that even brief exposure to extreme cold can cause frostbite.
• If you notice the signs of frostbite, go into a warm area as soon as possible.

If you have frostbite, be treated by a medical professional as soon as possible. Take these precautions until you can see a physician:

• Remove any wet clothing.

• Unless absolutely necessary, do not walk on frostbitten toes or feet.
• Gently warm the frostbitten area in warm water (not hot) until the skin appears red and warm.
• Do not use direct heat to warm the skin, rub or massage the skin, or break blisters.

Tired of all the cold weather? Let’s warm up with a little school spirit across the division! 

Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid is encouraging all FCPS students, teachers, and staff to shake the wrinkles out of their brightest outfits and tropical wear to help brighten everyone’s moods on Thursday, February 19.

Please remind your student that cell phones and personal devices (AirPods, earbuds, headsets, other items connected to the internet) must be off and away for the entire school day (bell to bell). Cell phones are also not permitted to be used as an instructional tool.

FCPS’ cell phone policy helps students stay focused, safe, and engaged at school. Visit FCPS’ cell phone policy webpage for more information and answers to frequently asked questions, including consequences for cell phone policy violations and exceptions for students with medical conditions or IEP/504 plans. 

If you need to contact your student during the school day, please call our front office at 703-503-2700.