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 Bailey’s Primary & Upper Assistant Principals showing their Purple Up pride -head to toe in support of our military-connected students!
Happy Sunday, Bailey’s families!
It is hard to believe we are already halfway through April! We had such an exciting week last week, starting with our first graders opening their Museum of Plants and Animals of Virginia. Our students visited throughout the week, and we had a wonderful turnout for our family night on Thursday. The displays were full of evidence of learning and were truly interactive for all to enjoy. A huge shout-out goes to our first-grade teachers and students, as well as the families and staff who supported this success—we know our students can demonstrate their learning in so many creative ways!
We also hosted our Family Science Night, which was packed with fun STEAM activities for our students. Thank you to all the families who came out to share in that experience. As we look ahead, we are already entering the windows for our important end-of-year assessments. These are great opportunities for students to show just how much they’ve grown at Bailey’s this year! To help them do their best, please ensure your child is attending school every day and getting plenty of restful sleep. We truly appreciate the support of our families in making this a priority.
Lastly, please keep in mind that there is no school for students this upcoming Tuesday, April 21, due to the special election. However, we are looking forward to seeing our students tomorrow and then again Wednesday through Friday. Let’s make every day count!
🧡Satonya Dews, Principal
💙Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
🧡Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
💙Christie Fuller, Assistant Principal
✨ Thursday Folders ✨
📂 This week’s Thursday Folder includes:
- FCPS 3rd Quarter School Report Cards (English only)
- PTA Mother’s Day Jewelry Shop Donations & Volunteers (English & 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!
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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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.
Bailey's Upper and Glasgow Middle School will be providing meals.
The meals must be eaten on site. For more information, visit the FCPS Food and Nutrition Services webpage.
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As part of Fairfax County Public Schools' continuing efforts to maintain safe schools, a confidential and anonymous Tipline is available to students, parents, staff, and other members of the FCPS community.
School administrators encourage students, staff, and community members to report school safety issues, such as threats, unsafe or dangerous situations, illegal drug activity, theft, gang activity, the existence of weapons, vandalism, and concerns about student wellness. Tipline users may identify themselves or remain anonymous.
Submit Anonymous Tips
You may submit your anonymous tips using any of the following methods:
- Online: Quick Tip Electronic Form (through SchoolMessenger)
- Phone: The Tipline phone number is 571-423-2020.
- SMS Text: Individuals wishing to report activity also have the option to text their concerns to 888-777; keyword TIP FCPS. Please remember to include the name of the affected school/facility when reporting. An automated banner will respond, allowing the person to text information. You may receive a response in return asking for additional information. The responder is NOT able to see your name or phone number.
 Our 1st Grade Museum was a success! Students’ hard work truly shined as they shared their learning about Virginia’s plants and animals. Thank you to all the families who came to celebrate!
Loving Solutions: Free 4.5-Week Parenting Course (taught in Spanish!) 🌟
Looking to strengthen your family connection and build a more harmonious home? Join our Loving Solutions course—designed for parents of children ages 5–10! 💛
Through this engaging program, you will: ✨ Define your family values and set clear, consistent expectations 📚 Better understand your child’s school experience and how to stay involved 🗣️ Improve communication and build stronger, more trusting relationships at home
🍽️ Bonus: Dinner and childcare are provided—completely FREE!
📍 Bailey’s Primary School 6111 Knollwood Dr. Falls Church, VA 22041
🗓️ Schedule (Mondays & Thursdays):
- April 20 & April 23 | Dinner: 6:00 PM | Class: 6:30–8:30 PM
- April 27 & April 30 | Dinner: 6:00 PM | Class: 6:30–8:30 PM
- May 4 & May 7 | Dinner: 6:00 PM | Class: 6:30–8:30 PM
- May 11 & May 14 | Dinner: 6:00 PM | Class: 6:30–8:30 PM
- May 18 (Graduation 🎓) | Dinner: 6:00 PM | Celebration to Follow
📌 Taught in Spanish
👉 Register here: https://forms.gle/erVco5R5m2rKxeaB8
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow, connect, and thrive as a family! 💕
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💐 Mother’s Day Jewelry Shop – Help Us Make It Special!
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. 💖
1. Donate Jewelry by Monday April 27th We’re collecting gently used/new costume jewelry (earrings, bracelets, necklaces, rings, pins/brooches — no watches). 📍 Drop off donations at either school’s front office
2. Amazon Wish List Support the shop by donating supplies online: 🔗 https://share.google/ie4SlKIbjflgIhsqn
3. Volunteer 📅 Help clean and sort jewelry on on Monday, April 27th and/or set up, assist students as they shop, and clean up on Thursday, May 7th at Upper & Friday, May 8th at Primary. 🔗 Volunteer Sign-Up: https://signup.com/go/whoyMhT
Thank you for helping make this a special experience for every student! 💕
📩 If you have questions please email outreach@baileyspta.org
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 Family Science Night was full of hands-on learning and exploration—it was wonderful to see so many families with us! Thank you to the Children's Science Center and volunteers for helping make this such a memorable event.
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Monday, April 20th-Friday, April 24th- Celebrate Earth Week
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Monday, April 20th- Loving Solutions Parenting Course Begins at 6:00pm at Bailey's Primary
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Tuesday, April 21st- No School - Virginia Statewide Elections
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Thursday, April 23rd- Advanced Academic Program Orientation for Rising 3rd Graders accepted into Full-Time Services for Next School Year at 6:00pm at Bailey's Upper
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Wednesday, May 13th- PTA General Meeting 6:30pm
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Friday, May 15th- PTA Soccer Clásico
 Bailey's Primary April Calendar 2026
 So proud to welcome back one of our former students—now a U.S. Marine—who returned to personally thank our incredible Family Liaisons, Ms. Maria Demarest and Ms. Laura Doughty, for their unwavering support. Moments like these remind us that the impact of care and connection lasts a lifetime.
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.
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Help FCPS Sustain Excellence: 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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The School Board voted to direct the superintendent to designate Veterans Day as a standard instructional day for the 2026-27 school year. Because this day was added, the 2026-27 school year will now end for students on Wednesday, June 16, 2027. Find additional information on BoardDocs. View the updated complete school year calendar on FCPS’ website.
The last day of school for the current school year — Wednesday, June 17, 2026 — has not changed.
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Are you concerned about your infant, toddler, or preschool-aged child’s development? Resources are available if your child exhibits difficulties in one or more of the following areas: communication, fine and/or gross motor skills, self-help skills, problem-solving, and attention skills. Learn more about typical developmental milestones.
The Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia (ITC) provides evaluations and services for children (0-36 months) who have developmental delays or medical conditions that may affect development. Parents are encouraged to contact ITC at 703-246-7121 to share their concerns.
Early Childhood Child Find is the process of identifying children with potential special education needs between the ages of 20 months and 5 years (children must be two by September 30).
FCPS Early Childhood Identification and Services (ECID&S) offers a free referral process to identify potential developmental delays or disabilities. Special education services are provided for all children who are found eligible through the referral process. Parents are encouraged to call 571-423-4121 with questions.
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