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Our Kindergarteners are so excited to dive into their next adventure!
Happy Sunday, Bailey’s families!
It was so great to see our Tigers back last week after spring break. Our teachers and students settled right back into their routines as we focus on a strong finish to the 2025-2026 school year. We were also thrilled to host our Kindergarten Orientation on Friday and welcome our newest Tigers to the Bailey’s community!
Looking at the week ahead, we want to remind families of the importance of attending school every day and arriving on time so that students benefit from every minute of learning. Doors open at 8:45 AM, and we encourage students to arrive then so they have plenty of time to eat breakfast and prepare for the instructional day to begin promptly at 9:00 AM.
We are also looking forward to a very busy Thursday! Our 1st-grade families are invited to the 1st Grade Museum from 4:45–5:45 PM to view the exhibits our students have created to showcase their learning about the plants and animals of Virginia. We are so proud of their hard work and can’t wait to share it with you. Immediately following the museum, we will host our annual Family Science Night for all Bailey's families from 6:00–7:30 PM. It promises to be a fun-filled evening with hands-on STEM activities for everyone to enjoy. Let's have a great week!
🧡Satonya Dews, Principal
💙Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
🧡Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
💙Christie Fuller, Assistant Principal
✨ Thursday Folders ✨
📂 This week’s Thursday Folder includes:
- Bailey’s PTA General Meeting Flier (English and Spanish)
- Loving Solutions (English and Spanish)
Please take a few minutes to review these items with your student so you stay up-to-date with all the exciting things happening in our school community!
 Our 2nd graders creating beautiful sounds on the xylophone.
Bailey’s Elementary School is excited to celebrate the Month of the Military Child this April. As part of this celebration, we will recognize Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15—a special day that honors the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of military children. We encourage everyone to wear purple to show support for military-connected youth. Purple represents all branches of the military, symbolizing unity and appreciation. Be sure to check out this calendar of activities for more ways to celebrate throughout the month!
The dandelion is a powerful symbol of military children. Its seeds travel far and wide, much like the frequent moves military families experience. Yet wherever it lands, it takes root and grows strong. In the same way, military children continually adapt, build resilience, and thrive in new environments, showing strength and beauty in every place they call home.
🎖️Share Your Family’s Military Story💜
We would love to showcase all the amazing service members who have served—retired, veterans, or currently serving—and their families. Please email our Family Liaison, Jocelyn Sarwar at jnsarwar@fcps.edu or use our Google Form to send a photo and information about your family and service member. Feel free to include any service member you would like to honor, including grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, parents, or children. We will create a slideshow with all the photos, and classes will be able to view it on the morning news show. Please submit your photos by April 17th to be included.
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🌿🦉 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 🌱🎨🦋
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We’re excited to invite our Bailey's Primary & Upper families to a free fun-filled evening of exploration and discovery at our upcoming Family Science Night! Come spark curiosity and enjoy hands-on learning together. 🧪🚀
🧠 Students and families will have the chance to explore a variety of interactive activities connected to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
📅 Date: Thursday, April 16th
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
📍 Location: Bailey’s Primary Gym
We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of learning, laughter, and discovery! 🌟
Volunteers Needed for Family Science Night!
Volunteers are still needed to help 5:15pm–7:45pm with set-up, support hands-on science activity stations alongside a partner, and assist with clean-up at the end of the night.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and able to stay for the entire event.
Please consider signing up to help make this a successful event!🌟🔬
VOLUNTEER SIGN-UP!
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 Excitement is building as our 1st graders prepare for their museum exhibition this week!
📚✨ Family Literacy Fun Night! ✨📚
Looking for a fun way to build reading and writing skills? Join us for an exciting evening filled with games, interactive activities, and learning opportunities for the whole family! 🎉
Students will get a chance to practice their literacy skills while also learning about the English programs offered at Justice High School.
This FREE event is perfect for elementary and middle school students, and all participants must be accompanied by an adult. We hope to see you there! 💛
🗓 Date: Thursday, April 16
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Justice High School Little Theatre
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Join Our Cafeteria Team!
We're looking for a caring and dedicated cafeteria hostess to support our students during lunchtime—a key part of their school day! This is a wonderful opportunity to help maintain a calm, welcoming environment and assist students as they enjoy their meals. If you're interested in making a positive impact, please reach out to our principal, Ms. Dews, at sldews@fcps.edu
Celebrate Earth Week with us! 🌎💚
From April 20th–24th, we’re encouraging our school community to “Get Green” by participating in a full week of fun, themed activities that help us care for our planet:
• Monday – Wildlife Day🦁: Wear Animal Print -Learn about and appreciate animals and their habitats.
• Tuesday – Zero Waste Day♻️: Practice reducing, reusing, and recycling to cut down on waste. (No School Day)
• Wednesday – Earth Day: Wear Green💚 - Celebrate our planet and explore ways to protect it.
• Thursday – Climate Change Day❤️:Wear Red - Build awareness about climate change and how we can make a difference.
• Friday – Watershed Day💙:Wear Blue - Discover the importance of clean water and protecting our local environment.
♻️🌱 #FCPSEarthWeek
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Bailey's PTA is collecting costume jewelry donations to help make this special event possible! Every student will have the chance to choose a free gift for someone special in their life in honor of Mother’s Day. 💖
💎 Donations Needed: Bracelets • Rings • Brooches/Pins • Necklaces • Earrings
📅 Deadline: All donations must be turned in by Monday, April 27th
📩 Questions? Please reach out to Micaela Mendoza, Co-VP of Outreach at outreach@baileyspta.org
Thank you for helping us create a meaningful and joyful experience for our students! 🎁
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Wednesday, April 15th- Wear PURPLE to show your support for military-connected youth!
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Wednesday, April 15th- In-Person Bailey's PTA General Meeting at Primary Cafeteria - Doors Open 6:00pm Meeting Begins 6:30pm
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Thursday, April 16th- 1st Grade Museum Parent Night 4:30pm-5:30pm
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Thursday, April 16th- Family Science Night at Primary 6:00pm-7:30pm
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Monday, April 20th-Friday, April 24th- Celebrate Earth Week
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Tuesday, April 21st- No School - Virginia Statewide Elections
 Bailey's Primary April Calendar 2026
 Our Kindergarteners exploring science through a fun group project!
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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.
FCPS will offer lunch and a snack at no cost to children aged 18 and under on April 21 at participating schools. The meals must be eaten on site, and enrichment activities will be available. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
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Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: Make Your Voice Heard on the FY 2027 Budget
About 70% of the FCPS budget comes from the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. There are several upcoming opportunities to provide feedback to the county on its budget before final adoption in May. This includes public budget hearings (April 14-16) and an online survey. Learn how the FCPS budget helps us sustain our excellence.
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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:
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.
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April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 31 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students.
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FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans. Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
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