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Our tigers celebrated Earth Day by dressing in green, showing their commitment to caring for our planet and building environmental awareness.
Hi Bailey’s Tigers!
We are heading into the last week of April! We had a great spirit week last week celebrating Earth Day, and we want to say a big thank you to all the students who dressed in different colors throughout the week to celebrate the things we do to take care of our planet.
Looking ahead, we have a full five days of school this week—let’s make every day count! As we are still in our end-of-year testing windows, it is especially important for students to show up every day well-rested and ready to do their best.
🧡Satonya Dews, Principal
💙Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
🧡Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
💙Christie Fuller, Assistant Principal
✨ Thursday Folders ✨
📂 This week’s Thursday Folder includes:
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There were no items sent home in this week’s Thursday folders.
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!
Ms. Stubblefield invites you to a special mini concert inspired by the beautiful book Ocean Lullaby! Our second graders from the homeroom classes of Morgan, Mukumbuta, Midkiff, Bittenbender, Shin, and Jemison have been working hard with their music teacher, Ms. Stubblefield, and cannot wait to share their music with you. 🎶✨
Each performance will take place during your child’s regular music class time in Music Room 128 (located next to the Creative Dance Room). Please plan to arrive a little early so you have time to park, sign in, and make your way down to the music room. 🚗📝
We can’t wait to welcome you and celebrate all of our students’ wonderful musical learning together! 💫
Performance Schedule:
- Morgan’s Homeroom: April 29th @ 9:30 AM
- Mukumbuta’s Homeroom: April 30th @ 10:00 AM
- Midkiff’s Homeroom: April 30th @ 10:30 AM
- Bittenbender’s Homeroom: April 30th @ 11:00 AM
- Shin’s Homeroom: May 1st @ 10:00 AM
- Jemison’s Homeroom: May 1st @ 11:00 AM
We cannot wait to share this musical journey with you! 🌊🎵💙
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We are excited to share the final round of field trips for the school year! 🌟 Kindergarten and first grade will be heading to Schlagel Farms to pick fresh strawberries 🍓, where students will enjoy hands-on learning and a taste of farm life. Second grade will visit Colvin Run Mill to explore history in action and see how a working mill operates ⚙️🌾. Our Pre-K, PAC, and PS classes will enjoy a fun and educational trip to Frying Pan Farm Park, where they will experience farm animals and outdoor learning adventures 🐄🌳.
It’s a wonderful way to wrap up our year of learning outside the classroom!
Pre-K,PAC,PS🌳
Tuesday, May 5th: B. Ventura, A. Ventura, Molina, Wales, Harrel, Griffith & McCaskill
Thursday, May 7th: Dagan, Galloway, Salous, Rodriguez, Parkinson & Jamai
Kindergarten🍓:
Monday, May 18th: Tracey, Huddleston & Salleh
Tuesday, May 19th: Cabrera, Flintoft, Freeland, Paramo
Friday, May 22th: Lopez, Grant, Sansing & Getachew
1st Grade🍓:
Monday, May 18th: Giacomo & Paredes
Thursday, May 28th: Holmes, Glovier, Iriarte-Dubon, Speicher & Meeker
Friday, May 29th: Viera, Rabinovitz, Snyder & Rodriguez
2nd Grade🌾⚙️:
Tuesday, May 5th: Mukumbuta, Morgan & Simons
Wednesday, May 6th: Jemison, Derosiers & Shin
Thursday, May 7th: Midkiff, Vasquez & Kerns
Tuesday, May 12th: Bittenbender & Molina
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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.
 Sra. Meeker and her 2nd grade class celebrating friendship—learning, sharing, and showing how to be kind, caring, and great friends every day! 😊
From hands-on activities to mind-blowing demonstrations, Techstravaganza is an exciting STEM event that sparks curiosity and inspires students to explore their passions! 🧪🤖 Past exhibitors have included NASA, Robotics for Youth, and the American Society for Naval Engineers—so you know it’s going to be an unforgettable experience!
This self-paced event lets students explore at their own speed, visiting the booths that interest them most. Along the way, they can enjoy raffles, cool merchandise, and fun goodie bags! 🎁
📅 Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
🕐 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
💰 COST: FREE 🎉
📍 Location: Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology 6560 Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA
🚌 Transportation Options: Families may choose to ride the school-provided bus or drive separately in their own car.
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To allow more families to participate, students who attended the fall or spring field trip are not eligible for the bus.
- To sign-up fill out our google form or reach out to our Family Liaisons, Maria Demarest, Laura Doughty or Jocelyn Sarwar.
🔗 Learn More: https://techstrav.org/index.html
Don’t miss out on this fun-filled day of discovery, innovation, and inspiration!🌟
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⚽️ FREE Youth Soccer Camp (Ages 6–16) ⚽️
Join Culmore Soccer camp so you can build skills, stay active, and make new friends all summer long!
📅 DATES: June 22 – August 14, 2026
Closed: July 3
🕐 TIME: Monday – Friday | 1:00pm-4:00pm
📍 LOCATION: Bailey’s Elementary School
💰 COST: FREE 🎉
📝 REGISTER TODAY! Advance registration is recommended, but on-site registration will also be available during camp hours.
📄 Registration forms are available at the Minnie H. Peyton at Bailey’s Community Center or online at: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs
Don’t miss this amazing chance for your child to learn, play, and grow through soccer this summer ⚽️🌟
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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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Our Tigers explored place value with honeycombs and bees, practicing ones and tens through a fun, hands-on math activity full of creativity and curiosity.
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Monday, May 4th - Friday, May 8th: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
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Wednesday, May 13th- PTA General Meeting 6:30pm via Zoom
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Friday, May 15th- PTA Soccer Clásico
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Thursday, May 21st- Field Day for Kindergarten & 1st Grade
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Friday, May 22nd- Field Day for 2nd Grade
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Monday, May 25th- No School - Memorial Day
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Tuesday, May 26th- No School - Teacher Work Day
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Wednesday, May 27th- No School - Observance of Eid al-Adha
 Bailey's Primary May Calendar 2026
 Two of our tiniest of tigers enjoying a joyful recess together—smiles, laughter, and the simple happiness of playtime outdoors!
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18.
The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.
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Ombuds staff engage with FCPS staff, families, and students to offer resources and improve the experience of each and every member of the FCPS community. They work as an independent confidential resource to help get answers to questions, resolve concerns, and hear complaints regarding FCPS matters.
Ombuds staff do not make or change decisions, policies, or regulations. They do not take sides, and they do not provide legal advice.
Anyone with concerns, questions, or complaints to share with the Office of the Ombuds may call 571-423-4014, email ombuds@fcps.edu, or visit their webpage, where you may submit a question.
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