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 Ms. Snyder’s 1st grade class enjoyed a beautiful day at Schangel Farm, taking a fun wagon ride and making wonderful memories together! Smiles, sunshine, and hands-on learning made it a day to remember.
Hi Bailey’s Tigers!
It was a short but exciting week, and we were so glad to see our students back on Thursday and Friday. All of our classes were able to have their Field Day and they had so much fun! A huge thank you to our PE teachers, Mr. Peterson and Ms. Dincher, for coordinating this annual event, as so much work goes into the planning. We also want to thank all of our staff members and community volunteers who helped support the event to make sure it was a success. Additionally, our 1st grade classes wrapped up their field trips to Schlagel Farms last week, where they had a great time picking fresh berries and learning about the plant life cycle.
Looking ahead to next week, we are excited to invite you to our Kindergarten Museum all about Holidays and Celebrations from around the world! Families are invited to walk through the kindergarten hallways on Thursday, June 4th, from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM to see the amazing exhibits and hard work our kindergarteners have put together. We are so proud of their creativity and look forward to celebrating their learning with you. Let’s have a great week!
🧡Satonya Dews, Principal
💙Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
🧡Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
💙Christie Fuller, Assistant Principal
📂 This week’s Thursday Folder includes:
- No items were sent home this week.
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!
Rising 3rd Grade Parent Orientation
Families of rising 3rd graders are invited to join Bailey's Upper for a special Parent Coffee as you prepare for an exciting transition to Bailey’s Upper! 💙📚 This is a wonderful opportunity to meet staff, learn about 3rd grade, and get ready for the year ahead.
Event Highlights
- 👩🏫 Meet Principal Ms. Holly Dowling
- 🍎 Meet the 3rd Grade Teaching Team
- ✨ Tips for a Successful Transition
- 📚 Learn About the Curriculum
- 📲 Sign Up for Important Communications
Event Information
🗓️ Monday, June 1st
📍 Bailey’s Upper Cafeteria
☀️ Morning Session: 9:30 AM–11:00 AM*
🌙 Evening Session: 6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Please note 3rd Grade Teaching team will only be available for Morning Session
🎉 We look forward to welcoming our future Bailey’s Upper families and helping make the transition to 3rd grade smooth, exciting, and successful!
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 Mr. Ryan shared a special moment with our School Ambassadors, who help start each day with smiles, high-fives, and cheerful good mornings for students as they arrive. Their kindness and positive energy help create the warm, welcoming community that makes Bailey’s so special!
Our kindergarten students have been working incredibly hard to create a special museum all about Holidays and Celebrations from around the world! During Reading and Writing Unit 7, students explored different holidays, traditions, and celebrations, and each class selected a holiday or group of celebrations to study more deeply.
Families are warmly invited to visit our Kindergarten Museum to see the amazing exhibits students created to showcase their learning, creativity, and hard work! Students are excited to share their projects and teach you about the holidays and celebrations they explored.
🗓️ Thursday, June 4th
⏰ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Kindergarten Hallways at Bailey’s Primary
✨ Families may walk through the museum exhibits at their own pace. Since this event takes place after school, students are welcome to attend alongside their families and guide you through their exhibit. Be sure to ask your child to share what they learned about their holiday or celebration!
We look forward to celebrating our students’ learning with you! 💙
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2nd grade families are invited to celebrate our amazing students as they prepare for their next adventure at Bailey’s Upper! 💙 Join us as we recognize their hard work, growth, and wonderful memories made during their years at Bailey’s Primary.
🌟Celebration Information
- 📅 Friday, June 12th
- ⏰ 3:15 PM
- 📍 Soccer Field
✨ We look forward to celebrating this exciting milestone and cheering on our students before they head to Bailey’s Upper!
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Career and College Spirit Week
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Monday, 6/8: Your Future Starts Here – Kick off the week by wearing your favorite Bailey’s gear or school colors!
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Tuesday, 6/9: Dress as Your Teacher – How well do you know your teacher's style? Come to school dressed as your favorite teacher!
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Wednesday, 6/10: Work Toward Success – We are working hard to finish the year strong. Wear your favorite workout gear or athletic clothes!
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Thursday, 6/11: College Bound – Look ahead to higher education by wearing gear from your favorite college or university.
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Friday, 6/12: Future Career Day – Dress for the job you want! What do you want to be when you grow up?
Kindergarten families are warmly invited to join us as we celebrate our amazing students and the completion of a wonderful school year! 💙We are so proud of all the growth, learning, friendships, and accomplishments our kindergarteners have achieved this year.
Our students will celebrate with a special parade around the field next to our school, and we would love for parents and family members to come cheer them on and celebrate this exciting milestone with us!
Celebration Information
🗓️ Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 2:45 PM
📍 Bailey’s Primary Soccer Field
⏰ 2:45 PM
✨ Please consider dressing your student in nice clothing for this special occasion.
📌 Families should look for a sign with their child’s teacher’s name upon arrival.
🎓✨ We look forward to celebrating this special moment with our Kindergarten families!
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 A huge thank you to Mr. Peterson and Ms. Dincher, our PE teachers, for organizing such an incredible Field Day for our students! The day was filled with energy, happy smiles, teamwork, and pure joy. We are grateful for all the planning and dedication that made this special day so much fun for everyone!
Optional Summer Learning with Devices at Home
We're committed to providing every student with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive both during the school year and over the summer.
This summer, all students in FCPS will be allowed to check out a technology device that will support continued growth. This will ensure continued access to tools such as ST Math, Lexia and Benchmark Universe that allow students to work at their own pace and level. Programs like these adapt to each child's needs, providing extra support in areas where they're building skills and advancing them when they're ready for more challenges. This opportunity will allow students to continue their personalized learning at home, to develop digital literacies and important routines around managing their technology.
If you would like this opportunity for your child, please complete this Google Form.
You will then receive confirmation from our School Based Technology Specialist, Nicole Sandrowicz.
Have questions? Please contact Nicole Sandrowicz on Talking Points or through email at nesandrowicz@fcps.edu.
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Last Day of School – 2 Hour Early Release Reminder!
The last day of school is almost here!☀️
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 17th
⏰ Early Dismissal: 1:45 PM
We are so proud of all our Tigers for a wonderful school year filled with learning, growth, and memories! 💛🐯
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🎉🌺 Bailey’s End-of-Year Celebration 🌺🎉
Our Bailey’s community is invited to come together as we celebrate a wonderful school year filled with learning, growth, friendship, and memories! We are excited to welcome all Bailey’s students and their families for an evening of fun, laughter, and community celebration. 💛🐯
🗓️ Thursday, June 18th
📍 Location: Culmore United Methodist Church
⏰ Time: 4:00-6:00pm
✨ Families can enjoy:
- 🎁 Fun giveaways from our amazing community partners
- 🏰 Bounce houses
- 🎨 Face painting
- 🍿 Games, activities, and more surprises!
We can’t wait to celebrate together and kick off summer with our Bailey’s families. We hope to see you there! ☀️🎉
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 Updated Bailey's Primary June Calendar 2026
 Students had the opportunity to go strawberry picking at Schangel Farm, gaining firsthand experience with the farming process. It was wonderful to see them learn where their food comes from while actively participating in this fun and educational experience!
On May 21, the Fairfax County School Board unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Approved Budget, continuing FCPS’ commitment to sustaining excellence by prioritizing competitive compensation and strategic investments that support student success.
The adopted budget reflects the division’s ongoing efforts to navigate a challenging fiscal environment shaped in part by chronic state underfunding and economic uncertainty. Despite these challenges, the budget maintains key investments and restores several reductions made during the prior fiscal year. Read about the FY 2027 Budget.
Now Hiring: Substitute Teachers for the 2026–2027 School Year for Bailey's | Apply Now
Bailey's Elementary School is seeking individuals who can provide continuity of instructional teaching as a substitute instructional assistant. Able to inspire, enable and empower students to meet high academic standards. The position offers:
✔ Flexible schedule
✔ Make a difference in your local community
✔ Great for people with a passion for teaching/assisting students
Join our team and support student learning!
Apply today! For details, visit the FCPS Substitute Employment Website. When applying, search “Substitute” and select the Justice pyramid posting.
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