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Dear Bailey’s ES Families,
We had a wonderful first full week of May at Bailey’s as we celebrated Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week! Thank you to our amazing PTA for organizing breakfast and lunch for our staff and for setting up the Mother’s Day Jewelry Shop—your support truly makes a difference. We also want to wish a Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms in our school community! We hope you enjoy a relaxing weekend and feel appreciated for all you do.
One of the highlights this week was our 2nd Grade Museum Family Event on Wednesday. Our second graders transformed the hallways into a student-created museum, showcasing their learning from this year. They took on the role of curators, making their thinking and creativity visible in such a powerful way. It was a great example of our arts integration work in action!
Next week, our 1st grade students will host their museum event on Wednesday, and our kindergartners will welcome families for theirs on May 29. We’re excited to continue these meaningful celebrations of student learning.
Lastly, thank you to our Kiss and Ride families for leaving space in line each morning so staff can park and enter with ease. Your cooperation helps our teachers start their day smoothly and reflects the supportive community we’re proud to have at Bailey’s!
Have a great weekend!
Satonya Dews, Principal
Tracey Brown Rice, Assistant Principal
Keith Downing, Assistant Principal
3-hr Early Release
Monday May 12
Bailey's will have a 3-hour early release on Monday, May 12, 2025. Students will be dismissed beginning at 12:35 pm.
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This will be the final 3-hour early release of the 2024–2025 school year. Thank you for responding to our monthly survey to confirm dismissal plans on early-release days. Your strong communication has helped us ensure safe and smooth dismissals!
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May Lunch Visitation Schedule
Parents/Caregivers are invited to join their student(s) for lunch at school on an assigned day. This is a great opportunity for parents/caregivers to come in for lunch with their child.
We encourage parents/caregivers to eat the same lunch as their child either packed or school lunch. We kindly ask that you do not bring fast food/outside lunch or candy. Also, parents please be advised that the bathrooms directly outside of the cafeteria are for student use only.
On the day of your child’s lunch, please arrive 5 minutes early so you can sign-in at the office and they will direct you to the cafeteria. Additionally, when you leave the school, please remember to check out in the office. If you choose to buy lunch from the cafeteria, adult pricing is $4.75 and may be paid in cash or by check. Click here for more information on purchasing lunch.
We ask that you please limit visitors to 1 caregiver, and no strollers please. We also ask that family members do not follow their child's class back to the classroom or outside for recess.
Please see below for the scheduled lunch visits by teacher. Note that Ms. Lopez’s homeroom has had their lunch visitation day rescheduled to Friday, May 16.
Field Day for Bailey’s Primary
•Kindergarten Monday, May 19th from 9:15 AM until approximately 11:20 AM
•1st Grade Monday, May 19th from 1:00 PM until approximately 3:00 PM
•2nd Grade Tuesday. May 20th from 9:15 AM until approximately 11:20 AM
How students can be prepared for Field Day:
✓ Because the weather will likely be warm, students should wear comfortable and cool clothing.
✓ Students must also wear sneakers/tennis shoes. No boots, sandals, or flip-flops should be worn on this day.
✓ Hats and visors may be worn for protection from the sun.
✓ Please have your child bring a water bottle WITH THEIR NAME ON IT so it can be carried around all the stations. Drinking water will be available for refills. No glass containers please.
✓ Please do not bring juice, soda or any drink other than water, as it could attract bees.
✓ Some stations will involve water and students may get a little wet. If students do not want to get wet they should notify their teacher.
✓ Students may wish to bring a towel and dry outfit to change into after field day.
✓ This event is for current Bailey’s students AND the parents who signed up to help run a station. Parent volunteers are not allowed to bring other children to this event. There will be sign-ups going out in the Thursday folder.
✓ Most importantly… Be prepared to have FUN!!
TikTok Chromebook Challenge
We are aware of a recent TikTok trend that challenges students to physically damage their school-issued Chromebooks. This “Chromebook Challenge” encourages students to purposefully cause their devices to short out or catch fire by jamming metal/lead into the charging or USB port or stabbing the battery. Students might think that this behavior is a harmless joke or prank, but it’s dangerous and we are asking for your help in preventing it here in FCPS.
Please speak to your students about the consequences of this TikTok challenge, which include:
- Fire, injury, and damage to FCPS property.
- Lost access to schoolwork and online resources.
- Disciplinary measures as outlined in our Student Rights and Responsibilities handbook.
Please also note that families may be responsible for the repair or replacement costs for student-issued devices that are deliberately damaged.
We appreciate your partnership in keeping our students and school safe, and we're looking forward to a strong finish to the school year here at Bailey's Please reach out to us if you have any questions.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
People with ancestral roots in Asia and the islands of the Pacific have been integral to the story of America. In 1992, May was designated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month to celebrate their heritage and contributions.Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
☀️ Discover Exciting Summer Learning Activities and Ideas
Join the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School! During this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Learn about summer programs for children and resources from community and business partners. Enjoy face painting, touring a fire truck, student performances, and other fun activities. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
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Dismissal Schedule for the Last Day of School
On the last day of school, Wednesday, June 11, school will be dismissed 2 hours early at 1:45 pm.
FCPS Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Public Hearing
The School Board will hold a public hearing on final budget adjustments on Tuesday, May 13, at 6 p.m. Sign up to speak by Monday, May 12, at 4:30 p.m.
Phase 2 Community Boundary Review Meetings
Families, staff, and community members will soon be able to explore and visualize potential boundary scenarios using a customized Boundary Explorer Tool. The tool will be accessible from the FCPS website. You are also invited to participate in another series of community meetings in order to review and reflect on the initial draft scenarios before the start of summer break.
- Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8 p.m., Oakton High School
- Friday, May 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Robinson Secondary School
- Monday, May 19, 6:30-8 p.m., Herndon High School
- Friday, May 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Lewis High School
- Wednesday, May 28, 7-8:30 p.m., Annandale High School
- Thursday, May 29, 6:30-8 p.m., Whitman Middle School
- Friday, May 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Chantilly High School
- Friday, June 6, 6:30–8 p.m., Glasgow Middle School
Each meeting will be hybrid, meaning that you may attend in person or via Zoom. Childcare for in-person participants and language interpretation/translation for all participants will be available as needed. Registration links will be shared soon. Another round of community meetings will be held in the fall.
Visit FCPS’ Comprehensive Boundary Review page for more information.
Save the Date
May 12: 3-Hour Early Release
May 26: No School (Memorial Day)
June 11: Last Day of School
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