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Hello Baileyβs Upper Families π―
We know summer is just around the corner, and many of you may still be looking for opportunities to keep your child active, engaged, social, and continuing to learn and grow throughout the break. To help support your planning, weβve created this special Summer Camp edition of our weekly school newsletter!
Below, youβll find a variety of summer programs, activities, and learning opportunities available for students. We encourage you to explore the options and find what works best for your family.
If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please donβt hesitate to connect us at 703-503-2700. We are always happy to help!
Warmly, Marian Perez & Jocelyn Sarwar Family Liaisons π§‘ π
FREE Youth Soccer Camp (Ages 6β16) β½οΈ
Join Culmore Soccer camp so you can build skills, stay active, and make new friends all summer long!Β
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DATES: June 22 β August 14, 2026
Closed: July 3
π TIME: Monday β Friday | 1:00pm-4:00pm
π LOCATION: Baileyβs Elementary School
π° COST: FREE π
π REGISTER TODAY! Advance registration is recommended, but on-site registration will also be available during camp hours.
π Registration forms are available at the Minnie H. Peyton at Baileyβs Community Center or online at: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncsΒ
Donβt miss this amazing chance for your child to learn, play, and grow through soccer this summer β½οΈπ
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πΈποΈ Join Girl Scouts Nationβs Capital for Camp Mariposa! ποΈπΈ
Get ready for a fun-filled week of outdoor adventures, arts & crafts, STEM activities, and new friendships while learning what it means to be a Girl Scout! πβ¨
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Camp Dates: Tuesday, June 23 β Friday, June 26, 2026 β° Time: 9:00 AM β 4:00 PM π Location: Springfield, Virginia π§ Who Can Attend: Girls in grades Kβ5 who are not currently Girl Scouts π² Cost: Only $10 π Bus transportation and snacks included!
β οΈ Space is limited β register today!
π Register here: Camp Primavera Registration
β Questions? Contact Cheryl Osborne π§ cosborne@gscnc.org π (703) 372-4341
These materials are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Board of Education of Fairfax County, the superintendent of schools, or this school.
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Attention 5th Grade Families!
Do you have a rising 6th, 7th, or 8th grader? Are you looking for a fun, engaging, and enriching way for them to spend the summer?
Weβre excited to announce that VIP Camp (Value in Prevention) will be hosted at Glasgow Middle School this summer!
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Dates: July 1, 2026 β July 30, 2026
π Time: 8:00am β 4:00pm MondayβFriday
π Transportation provided
π³ Breakfast and lunch provided
π΅Cost: $100 for entire monthΒ
Complete the online registration form.Β
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π¨π Elementary Arts Camp Is Back! ππ¨
Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with creativity, artistic expression, and fun! Students will explore the world of the arts through hands-on experiences designed to inspire imagination and build confidence. π€ππ
π Camp Location: β’ Robinson Secondary School 5035 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032
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Weekly Sessions: β’ July 6β10 β’ July 13β17 β’ July 20β24 β’ July 27β31
π§π§ Who Can Participate: β’ Students currently in grades Kβ5 β’ Open to FCPS students, private school students, homeschool students, and non-Fairfax County residents
π Schedule: β’ 8:30 a.m. β 2:00 p.m. β’ Early arrival beginning at 7:30 a.m. β’ π NEW THIS YEAR: After-care available until 5:00 p.m.
π Transportation: Available from select FCPS schools
π² Cost: β’ $300 per week* β’ *Financial assistance is available (see website for details)
π Registration: β’ Open February 2 β June 5 β’ β οΈ Space is limitedβregister early to reserve your spot!
π¨ More Information: β’ linktr.ee/iftafcps
π© Questions? Contact Program Director Maeve Nash at mnash@fcps.edu
β¨ Donβt miss this opportunity for your child to shine on stage, develop new skills, and enjoy a summer full of creativity and joy! π
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Camp Santos: Rec nβ Read is a vibrant, supportive summer experience designed especially for elementary studentsβincluding those who could use an extra boost in reading and writing. What makes this camp truly special is its unique blend of English and Spanish literacy instruction, cultural exploration, and exciting recreation! πβοΈπ¨
Each day, campers build their skills with three hours of targeted literacy activities, followed by games, hands-on enrichment, and opportunities to celebrate identity, creativity, and connection. Itβs the perfect balance of learning and summer fun! ππ€ΈββοΈ
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Dates: June 22 β July 17, 2026 π Location: Marymount University (Arlington) π§π§ Ages: Grades Kβ5 β° Time: 8:00 AM β 4:00 PM π² Cost: $375/week (scholarships and reduced fees available!)
Whether your child is an English speaker, Spanish speaker, or emerging bilingual, Camp Santos is here to help them grow into a confident reader, writer, and community member. π¬β€οΈ
π Learn more or register at: www.marymountrecnread.com π Questions? Contact Dr. Megan Mahowald at (703) 284-6532 or recnread@marymount.edu
Spots fill quicklyβdonβt miss out on a summer of learning, laughter, and growth! π
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π»βοΈ StringTime Summer Music Camps are back for Summer 2026! Students ages 7β12 can learn to play the violin, viola, or cello in an engaging and supportive environment β no prior experience needed!
β¨ Camp Highlights:
- πΆ Learn violin, viola, or cello
- π§π§ Open to students ages 7β12
- π» Instruments provided
- π No prior music experience required
- π΅ Friday concerts for families to enjoy
- π Need-based scholarships available
π Camp Locations & Dates:
- Alexandria: July 13β24
- McLean: July 27βAugust 7
- Burke: August 10β21
π Camp Hours: MondayβFriday, 9:00 AM β 4:45 PM πΌ Concerts: Fridays at 5:00 PM
Families can register for one or multiple weeks! For more information, visit stringtimemusic.org.
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π Health Sciences Exploration Camp π§¬
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June 22β26, 2026 π©ββοΈ For students entering Grades 6β10 (Fall 2026)
Dive into the exciting world of health sciences through hands-on experiences that spark creativity and build real-world skills! π§ͺβ¨ Students will participate in engaging activities and learn directly from professionals, helping them explore future careers in healthcare.
π Important Details:
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Single Session: $90
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Both Sessions: $160
- ποΈ Registration Deadline: June 1 (or until full)
- β οΈ Limited spots available
Students who enroll in one session will experience two programs, while those who enroll in both sessions will participate in all four programs. Students attending both sessions will remain on campus and should bring a lunch π₯ͺ. Please note that transportation is not provided.
π Registration is now open through MySchoolBucksβsearch βFalls Church Academy Summer Campβ to sign up!
Give your student the chance to explore, learn, and be inspired in the world of health sciences π
For questions, contact our Academy School Counselor,
Emarinn Oundee, atΒ EAOUNDEE@fcps.edu
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ππ Get ready for a summer full of reading, learning, and adventure with the Fairfax County Public Library Summer Reading Adventure 2026! Students of all ages are encouraged to keep their minds active this summer by reading, completing activities, and earning fun prizes along the way.
β¨ Program Highlights:
- π Read or listen to books all summer long
- β° Read for 20β30 minutes a day or complete learning activities
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Earn virtual badges and prizes as you participate
- π¨βπ©βπ§ Open to children, teens, and adults
ποΈ Important Dates:
- Registration Opens: June 10, 2026
- Paper Reading Logs Available: June 17, 2026
- Program Runs Through: August 19, 2026
π Bonus Opportunity: Families who pre-register in Beanstack by June 10 will be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Scrawl Books e-gift card!
π± How to Participate:
- Register through the Fairfax County Beanstack portal
- Pick up a paper reading log at your local library branch or download one online
- Track your reading and activities throughout the summer
This is a wonderful opportunity to build strong reading habits, explore new stories, and make summer learning fun for the whole family! πβ¨
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πβοΈ Get ready for a summer full of reading, learning, and fun with the Arlington Public Library Summer Reading Challenge! Students are encouraged to read for 30 days this summer while enjoying exciting programs, prizes, and community impact opportunities.
β¨ Why Participate?
- π Read for any 30 days between June 1 β September 1
- π Earn a free book and two free Washington Nationals baseball tickets (while supplies last!)
- β€οΈ For every completed challenge, the Friends of the Arlington Public Library will donate $1 to AFAC to help families in need
- π Keep reading for another 30 days to become a Super Reader!
ποΈ Important Dates:
- Summer Reading Begins: June 1
- Last Day to Register: September 1
- Last Day to Pick Up Prizes: September 2
π± How to Participate:
- Register using the Arlington Public Library App or pick up a paper reading log at any library location
- Track each day you read β thereβs no minimum amount required!
- Bring your completed reading log to any library location to claim your prizes
This is a wonderful way to keep reading skills strong all summer long while making reading fun and rewarding for the whole family! πβ¨
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