Bailey’s Primary Office Hours will be open Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 1:00pm each day, except on designated holidays.

The Bailey's PTA invites all rising Kindergarten and new Bailey's families to join us for a fun playdate before the school year begins! It's a wonderful opportunity for students to make new friends, families to connect, and everyone to become part of the Bailey's community.

🌟 What to Expect

• 🤝 Meet other Bailey's families
• 🛝 Make new friends
• ❓ Ask questions about the upcoming school year
• 👕 Purchase Bailey's spirit wear
• 💙 Learn more about the PTA and how to get involved

📅 Playdate Date

• 🗓️ Saturday, August 15

📍 Bailey's Primary Red Playground
(Please note: There are two playgrounds behind Bailey's Primary. The PTA will be at the playground with the red equipment.)

🚻 Important Reminder

The school building will be closed, so restrooms will not be available. Please plan accordingly.

🙋 Want to Help?

Current Bailey's Primary families are invited to volunteer by welcoming new families, answering questions, or helping at the PTA table.

🔗 Volunteer here: https://signup.com/go/APunSLi

We look forward to welcoming our newest Tigers and their families to the Bailey's community! 🧡💙

We can't wait to welcome our Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade families for Open House! Come meet your teacher, visit your classroom, and get everything you need for a great start to the new school year. We look forward to seeing you! 💙🧡

📅 Open House Information

• 🗓️ Thursday, August 20
• ⏰ 1:00–3:00 PM
• 👨‍🎓 For Kindergarten–2nd Grade Students.

📧 Classroom Placement Information

Parents will receive their child's classroom placement by email on Wednesday, August 19th. Be sure to check your inbox for your student's teacher assignment before Open House.

🚪 Staggered Arrival Times

To help provide a smooth experience for all families, please arrive during your assigned time based on your student's last name:

• A–E: 1:00–1:30 PM
• F–K: 1:30–2:00 PM
• L–Q: 2:00–2:30 PM
• R–Z: 2:30–3:00 PM

💙 If you're unable to attend during your assigned time, you're still welcome to join us anytime between 1:00–3:00 PM.

✨ While You're Here

• 🍎 Meet your teacher and visit your classroom.
• 🚗 Sign up for Kiss & Ride.
• 🤝 Learn about and join the PTA.
• 📝 Pick up important back-to-school forms.

We are excited to welcome our students and families back to Bailey's Primary and kick off another wonderful school year together! 🐯📚

Our Family Liaisons are available to help you complete your required back-to-school forms. Stop by anytime during our support event—we're happy to answer questions and guide you through the process!

✅ We Can Help With:

• Emergency Care Form
• Health Information Form
• Digital Resource Consent Form
• Free & Reduced Lunch Application
• 3-Hour Early Release Dismissal Form
• PTA Membership Application

📅 Event Information

• 🗓️ Friday, August 21
• ⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• 📍 Bailey's Primary Family Center
  (Trailer between the green & red playgrounds)

We look forward to seeing you and helping your family get ready for a great school year! 💙🧡

We can't wait to welcome our Tigers back for another exciting school year! Please review the arrival times below to help ensure a smooth and successful first day of school.

📅 First Day of School

• 🗓️ Monday, August 24

🐯 Bailey's Primary (Grades K–2)

• 🚗 Drop-Off: 8:45–9:00 AM
• ⏰ Tardy Bell: 9:00 AM
• 🚗 Pick-Up: 3:45 PM-4:00 PM

💙 First Day Reminder

On the first day of school, families are welcome to walk their child to their classroom. Beginning on the second day of school, parents will not be permitted inside the building so students can continue building their independence and settle into their daily routines.

Don't worry—our caring teachers, staff, and administrators will be throughout the building each morning to warmly welcome students, help them feel comfortable, and guide them wherever they need to go. Our team is committed to making every child feel safe, supported, and ready for a wonderful day of learning! 💙 

The Superintendent's Family Vision Group is a vital forum for elevating family voice, strengthening school-community partnerships, and ensuring meaningful engagement with families across FCPS. By participating, parents/caregivers gain valuable knowledge and connections to become powerful partners in their child's educational journey.  The group also facilitates open discussions with Dr. Reid on important topics related to student success. Representatives will serve as consistent voices for our school community and help maintain continuity in the work of the group.

Bailey's still needs one more representative. Please contact our principal, Satonya Dews, if you are interested.

Looking for a fun way to get ready for the new school year? Families are invited to attend the Metro Transit Police Department's Annual Back-to-School Event! This free community event will feature school supplies, activities, entertainment, and resources for the whole family.

✨ Event Highlights

• ✂️ Free haircuts (while supplies last)
• 🎒 School supplies & giveaways (while supplies last)
• 🐐 Petting zoo
• 🏰 Moon bounces
• 🎨 Face painting
• 🍔 Free food & drinks
• 🎶 Live music
• 🎉 And so much more!

📅 Event Information

• 🗓️ Saturday, August 15, 2026
• ⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 📍 Fort Totten Metro Station Parking Lot

Calling all Bailey's Kindergarten–2nd grade students! Kick off an exciting season with our FREE After-School Soccer Club! Students will build soccer skills, stay active, make new friends, and have fun in a positive and supportive environment.

📅 Program Information

• Open to: Kindergarten–2nd Grade Bailey's Primary students
• 🍂 Fall Season: September 15 – November 19
• 🌸 Spring Season: March 2 – May 20
• ⚽ Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 4:00–5:00 PM
• 🥅 Games: Saturdays | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

🎟️ Selection Process

Space is limited, and participants will be selected through a lottery.

🚗 Transportation

Please note that after-school transportation is not provided. Families are responsible for picking up students from the soccer field at 5:00 PM after each session.

We look forward to a season filled with learning, teamwork, and fun on the field. Sign up here to apply! 💙🧡

Help us bring a fun and engaging soccer experience to our Bailey’s Primary students! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help lead practices and games. No coaching experience? No problem! Training guides and weekly lesson plans will be provided to help you every step of the way.

🌟 What Volunteers Will Do

• ⚽ Lead two 1-hour practices and a Saturday game
• 💬 Introduce the Word of the Week
• 👟 Demonstrate basic soccer skills like dribbling and passing
• 🥅 Lead provided soccer exercises and games
• 🙌 Most importantly—encourage students and let them play!

👏 What We’re Looking For

• Basic knowledge of soccer
• Positive energy and an encouraging attitude
• A willingness to support our young players

Interested in helping? Please email Leo De La Cruz.

Your time and encouragement can help make this program a memorable experience for our students. Thank you for supporting our Bailey’s Tigers! 🐯

As summer winds down, we are looking forward to welcoming students back to our classrooms. Use the following list to help make sure your child is ready! 

☑️ Sign Up for SIS ParentVUE

Access your student’s attendance records, grades, and assignments at any time with SIS ParentVUE. Contact our registrar at [email/phone number] if you need an activation code. Find out more about SIS ParentVUE.

Update Your Contact Information

Be sure you receive important information! Update your phone number(s) and/or email address(es) by clicking “My Account” and reviewing the “Online Verification/Update.” On that form, you can also update immunization records, health information, and emergency contacts. 

☑️ Update Immunizations and Records

Immunizations are required for all students to attend school in Virginia. This is an important part of protecting them from certain diseases and keeping them healthy. 

When your child is immunized, remember to request a copy of their immunization record and bring that to our front office or submit the record via SIS ParentVUE as soon as possible. Find more information on FCPS’ website.

☑️ Learn About School Meals

Families need to provide their children with money to purchase meals at school or send them with a packed lunch. Alternatively, families may apply to receive free and reduced-price meal benefits, pending approval.

☑️ Bookmark the School Year Calendar

Be sure to bookmark the FCPS school year calendar to keep track of school holidays, breaks, and observances:

• Days marked blue with an “H” are student holidays. Schools are closed on these days.
• Days marked orange with an “O” are religious and cultural observance days (or evenings, if only half marked). There is school on these days, but certain events that cannot be made up may not be scheduled on these days.
• Days marked as TW, SD, and SP and in pink are holidays for students but working days for teachers and staff.

Please note that some holidays and observances, such as Eid al Fitr, may shift, and the calendar may be adjusted.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, eating breakfast at school is associated with better attendance rates, fewer missed school days, and better test scores. Studies show that students who eat both school breakfast and lunch tend to have healthier diets than those who don't participate in school meals. 

Families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals can receive breakfast and lunch for their students at no cost or at a reduced cost. This includes more than one-third of FCPS students. Families must complete the Free and Reduced-Price Meals (FRM) application before the start of each school year. Approved applications may also qualify students for additional benefits. 

The application for FRM is now available for the 2026-27 school year. Students who were approved for FRM last year are eligible for the first 30 days of school this year (or until a new application is processed). Families should reapply as soon as possible so eligible students continue to receive meals at no cost.

Access the application and view criteria and up-to-date information on the FRM webpage. Families should reach out to their schools with questions or for assistance.

Meals for Students Available Through August 21No-cost meals will be provided to students on a first-come, first-served basis through Friday, August 21, at the sites and times listed on the FCPS Summer Food Service Program webpage. Students must remain on site while eating their meals.

As part of the ongoing commitment to strengthening layered safety and security programs, FCPS will implement a new student ID system for students who ride our school buses.

The implementation of the student IDs is designed as an additional safety measure for our 130,000 FCPS students who ride the bus each day, ensuring they are on the right bus and that they get on and off at the correct bus stop, as well as making sure only authorized students are on our buses.

The IDs will be provided to students who ride the bus. Those students will be expected to tap on and tap off the bus. The student IDs do not track student movement. The only information available is when a student taps on or off a bus. Much like our Here Comes the Bus app, our new app will allow parents/guardians to track the progress of the school bus.

It is possible that the ID program will expand in the future to include uses such as library cards and meal payment. Learn more about the new transportation system and student ID cards.

Simplify your back-to-school prep!

Download the FCPS mobile app to check school calendars, breakfast/lunch menus, and school contacts all in one place with no login required.

Plus, get quick access to ParentVUE, Schoology, and the bus app.

Download the FCPS mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play, and make sure to subscribe to our school in the app settings.