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Bailey’s Upper Families,
It’s hard to believe we have less than three months left of school! The time is flying by.
The next few months will be packed with exciting events, including our band, strings, and chorus concert, 3rd-grade strings performances, the musical, Fun Fitness Day, and all of our end-of-year celebrations.
Amidst all the fun, we will also be preparing for our end-of-year assessments, including iReady and SOLs. While these tests do not define our children or their intelligence, they are important measures of progress and areas for continued growth. We appreciate your support in ensuring your child attends school regularly, stays focused on learning, and puts forth their best effort each day.
Have a wonderful weekend!
REMINDER: There is no school for students on Monday, March 31st, or Tuesday, April 1st. We look forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday, April 2nd!
Bailey’s Upper Administrative Team
🐯 Holly Dowling
🧡 Tricia Wayland
💙 Christie Fuller
Important things to Remember- March 31st: Holiday- School Office Closed
- April 1st: Teacher Work Day-Student Holiday
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April 3rd: Rising 6th Grade Glasgow Information Session for parents/guardians 9:15-10:30 at Bailey’s Primary Cafeteria.
- To learn about Glasgow’s curriculum, programs, and course selection and to meet Glasgow’s new principal, Ms. Lisa Barrow, and Director of Student Services, Ms. Jenn Pallotto.
- April 3rd: Family Science Night at Bailey’s Primary 6:00-7:30 p.m.
- April 4th: Bailey’s Upper ES 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
- April 9th: 4th & 5th Grade Band, Strings, and Chorus Concert
- April 11th: Rising 3rd Grade Parent Coffee
- April 14-18th: Spring Break
- April 21st: 3-Hour Early Release (Dismissal starting at 12:25)
- April 24th: 4th Grade Field Trip - Kennedy Center
- April 29th: 5th Grade BUAE Performance - Blue Cast
- May 1st: 5th Grade BUAE Performance - Orange Cast
Attendance Line: Phone: 703-503-2727
or email: [email protected]
Kiss and Ride Drop Off/Pick Up Schedule For Upper
8:25-8:35 a.m. and 3:25-3:35 p.m.
Reminder: 3-Hour Early Release Day – April 21stThis is a reminder that Bailey’s Upper will have a three-hour early dismissal on Monday, April 21st at 12:25 p.m. to accommodate teacher training in the afternoon.
You will receive a message from Bailey’s Upper on Monday reminding you that your child is scheduled to either go home at 12:25 p.m. or stay due to childcare difficulties or BUAE practice.
Please contact the office by April 11th to update your child’s status.
Volunteers Needed- Family Science Night April 3rdFamily Science Night is quickly approaching! We are looking for volunteers that are a minimum of 16 years old and can stay for the entire duration of the event, including set-up and break-down, from 5:15 – 7:45 p.m. (No splitting shifts please!)
Sign up to volunteer here
Current and Upcoming Assessment at Bailey's UpperThere are no current or upcoming assessments happening at Bailey’s Upper.
If you have any questions regarding past, current, or upcoming assessments, please contact Nicole Cassidy or Mary Iannicola our School Testing Coordinators at 703-503-2700
Staff Star of the Week Program DonationsEach week we highlight a staff member for our Staff Star of the Week Program. With this recognition, our staff is featured in our weekly staff newsletter and receives a $5 Starbucks gift card.
If you are interested in donating $5 Starbucks gift cards to our school to help us continue our Staff Star of the Week Program, please drop them off in the main office.
Varsity Tutors Provides On-Demand Support at No CostFCPS is partnering with Varsity Tutors to provide students and families with extra resources for learning. Every student can take advantage of Varsity Tutors’ services at no cost, including weekly live online classes, on-demand 24/7 chat tutoring, essay editing, and study resources such as recorded content, practice problems, and diagnostic tests. Learn more about online tutoring with Varsity Tutors.
Justice High School Boys Volleyball ClinicJustice High School boys' volleyball team is hosting a volleyball clinic for 3rd-5th grade students at Justice High School on April 1st, 2nd and 3rd from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. The clinic will focus on teaching fundamental volleyball skills in a supportive and engaging environment, led by their boys volleyball team members and staff.
🎤 Save the Date: Community Conversations with Superintendent Dr. Michelle ReidYour voice matters, and Superintendent Reid wants to hear from you! Share your thoughts and ask questions regarding FCPS on Wednesday, April 23, Mason Crest Elementary School from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Click on a date to register. Registration is not required but is encouraged for planning purposes.
Childcare and interpretation services will be provided. Events are open to all. Find out about other opportunities to connect with Dr. Reid.
Upcoming Employee Conversations
Upcoming Community Conversations
Interpreter services will be provided for all events.
Feel free to submit questions anytime on the Superintendent’s webpage or by emailing [email protected].
☀️ Save the Date for the FCPS Summer ExtravaganzaDiscover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County!
Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
⏰ Coming Soon: School Start Times SurveyLast year, FCPS held community forums and surveyed middle school families regarding middle school start times. Now, we would like to hear from all staff and families on the possibility of adjusting school start times across the division. The goal remains to begin middle school at 8 a.m. or later at the start of the 2026-27 school year.
On April 1, a survey link will be sent by email to staff, parents/caregivers, and students in grades 5-12. The confidential survey will be open for two weeks and will be available in multiple languages.
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