Spring Break is March 30 – April 3. 🌸
There will be no school and school offices will be closed during this time.

We hope our students and families enjoy a safe, relaxing, and joyful Spring Break filled with rest, fun, and special moments together. ☀️😎

Monday, April 6th is a Teacher Work Day—there is no school for students.

We can’t wait to welcome our students back on Tuesday, April 7th! 💛

Bailey’s Family Field Trips Are Back This Spring!

We’re excited to invite our Bailey’s Primary & Upper families to join us for a special spring field trip experience! These trips are designed for families to attend together and enjoy hands-on learning and fun.

Important Details:
• Only one form per family is needed
• Forms must be returned to your student’s teacher by Wednesday, April 8
• Families who attended the fall field trip are not eligible for a spring trip
• Families will be selected through a lottery system and notified via TalkingPoints
• You may choose one trip option only

Trip Options:

🚀 Option 1: Air & Space Museum (Udvar-Hazy Center)
📍 Chantilly, VA
📅 Saturday, April 16 | ⏰ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
🚗 $15 parking fee if using your own transportation

💡 Option 2: Techstravaganza at Thomas Jefferson High School
📍 Alexandria, VA
📅 Saturday, May 16 | ⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🚗 Free parking if using your own transportation

🚌 Bus transportation is available for both trips, or families may choose to drive themselves.

👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/Dk89duzbufQ6tNow7

We look forward to exploring and learning together—don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity! ✨

We’re excited to welcome our future Tigers on Friday, April 10 from 2:00–3:30pm for Kindergarten Orientation at Bailey's Primary!

What to expect:

• Children will spend time in a kindergarten classroom, getting a fun and comfortable preview of their new school with our caring staff.

• Parents and caregivers will attend a presentation to learn about Bailey’s Primary, what to expect in kindergarten and connect with our wonderful team.

This is a special opportunity to begin building connections and get excited for the year ahead—we can’t wait to meet your family! 💛

🏫 Helping Your Child Prepare for Kindergarten

We recognize that parents are their children’s first teachers. Explore the resources on FCPS’ School Readiness and Transition to Kindergarten webpage for ways to help ensure your child starts kindergarten with confidence.

🌿🦉 Explore the Plants and Animals of Virginia! 🐿️🌸

Our 1st graders have been working hard researching, creating artwork, and designing exhibits for their very own museum. Come see their amazing projects and celebrate their learning.

📅 Thursday April 16th | 4:45 to 5:45 PM
📍 Outside our classrooms in the 1st grade hallway

Bring the whole family to explore, learn, and be amazed by the natural world of Virginia through the eyes of our talented 1st graders 🌱🎨🦋

Educate Fairfax, the 501(c)3 education foundation that partners with the community to support Fairfax County Public Schools students and educators, is launching a divisionwide Student Bookmark Art Contest during March. FCPS students in grades K–12 are invited to design a 2” x 7” bookmark celebrating the power of learning and creativity under the theme “Today’s Reader, Tomorrow’s Leader.”

Artwork must be original, flat (no glitter or pop-ups), and include the student’s name, grade, and school on the back. Entries will be judged on creativity, connection to the theme, and overall effort. Four winners (K–2, 3–6, middle, and high) will each receive a $25 gift card, and winning designs will be printed and shared in schools and the community. This initiative supports FCPS Goal 3 by promoting literacy and student engagement.

Submissions may be mailed to Educate Fairfax (8270 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031), emailed to info@educatefairfax.org, or sent via pony mail by the April 17th deadline. By submitting, students confirm FCPS enrollment and grant permission for printing and promotion (first name and grade only; parent/guardian signature required for winners).

For more information visit EducateFairfax.org

At FCPS, the safety of our students, staff, and visitors is our highest priority — no matter the season. In extreme cold, we monitor National Weather Service (NWS) guidance, adjust outdoor activities, and ensure our buildings are warm and secure. In extreme heat, we modify or cancel outdoor activities, use on-site measurements to guide athletic decisions, and promote hydration and cooling breaks. 

FCPS has plans in place to provide guidance during severe weather, including storms, flooding, and tornadoes. Decisions are informed by industry best practices, weather alerts, and a commitment to keeping our school community safe and healthy year-round. Read more about weather safety, including the differences between an advisory, watch, and warning.

About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Advertised Budget and considering possible adjustments before adoption in May. Opportunities to provide feedback to the county include Budget Town Hall Meetings airing on Channel 16 on Tuesday, April 7, at 7 p.m., (Springfield District) and Friday, April 10, at 6 p.m., (Franconia District).

You can also provide your input during the county’s Budget public hearings on Tuesday, April 14, at 4 p.m., and Wednesday, April 15, and Thursday, April 16, at 3 p.m. at the Government Center Board Auditorium. Register in advance to speak. 

Visit the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors website to learn more about the county’s FY 2027 Budget. 

FCPS is excited to bring new and flavorful menu items to students while continuing to meet the high nutrition standards you trust. The school division’s registered dietitian team has developed standards to make school meals healthier while still tasting great.

Here’s what students can look forward to:

• New globally inspired dishes that offer exciting flavors from around the world.
• Fresh ingredients like whole grains, lean proteins, and plant-based options.
• Scratch-made items like homemade granola.
• Vegetarian options like the meatless Philly melt are available alongside classic favorites.

Our goal is to provide balanced, safe, and flavorful meals that support students’ learning, growth, and overall health.

Want to know what’s on the menu? Food and Nutrition Services has menus available. 

Tuesday, April 21st, is now a teacher workday and staff development day because of a recently announced special election that will impact all FCPS schools.

Students will now have a traditional full day of instruction and be released at the regular dismissal time on April 22 and April 29, which were previously early release Wednesdays for elementary schools.

This adjustment allows our staff to still have dedicated time for planning, collaboration, and professional learning without reducing instructional time on other school days.Read Dr. Reid’s letter to elementary parents for more details. 

There will be no school for students on Tuesday, April 21, for the Virginia statewide election. Student activities, athletic practices, and events may proceed as scheduled. 

Fairfax County Public Schools will still exceed the required number of instructional hours for students, as set by the Virginia Department of Education.

As a listening leader, connecting with community members across our school division is critical to FCPS Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid. Her Community Conversations are opportunities for you to share your thoughts and ask questions. Events will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on: 

• Monday, April 13, at Belle View Elementary School.
• Thursday, April 16, at Ravensworth Elementary School (note date change).
• Monday, April 20, at Westgate Elementary School.
• Wednesday, April 22, at Crestwood Elementary School.

Click on a date to register to attend that event. Registration is not required, but helps with planning, especially for child care and interpretation services. Events are open to all. Visit the superintendent’s engagement page for the most up-to-date information.