Hornet Nest News

Week of December 18th--22nd, 2023

Bailey Elementary's Mission and Vision

Mission

Bailey Elementary staff are committed to provide a safe, supportive, caring, and compassionate learning environment, ensuring student success and encouraging all to become lifelong learners.

Vision

Provide all students with a safe, supportive, caring and compassionate learning environment that promotes student success.

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Message From The Principal

Hornet Families,

We have reached the final week of school before Winter break begins. Tomorrow, December 18th we will have our Term 2 PBIS celebration for those students who qualify to attend. Tuesday, December 19th we have our schoolwide classroom Holiday celebrations from 1:15-2:15. This year we are again permitting parents/guardians or grandparents to participate in their child's class Holiday celebration. Only parents/guardians or grandparents of students will be allowed in classrooms. For safety reasons, please be prepared to show your ID (No siblings or extended family). All parents/guardians will report to and sign-in at front office upon arrival beginning at 12:45. Once signed in, a visitor's pass will be issued and parents/guardians will report to the gym where they will be held until 1:10. We will have staff present in the lobby and hall to assist parents/guardians to their child's classroom. Once the class celebration has concluded, students may be checked out by their parent/guardian using the form provided from their teacher. Lastly, both Wednesday, December 20th and Thursday, December 21st are Early Release days for students with dismissal beginning at 1:00 and there will be no YMCA afterschool care on both days.

Please read through the newsletter below for important information!

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Thank you for your continued support,

Dr. Allen M. Wilson

Principal

Important News

🗓️Upcoming Important Dates🗓️

Monday, December 18th - Term 2 PBIS Event

Tuesday, December 19th - Holiday Classroom Celebrations 1:15-2:15 (More information below)

Wednesday, December 20th - Early Release for Students 1:00

Thursday, December 21st - Early Release for Students 1:00

Thursday, December 21st - End of Term 2 Grading Period

December 22nd-January 5th - Winter Break (No School)

Monday, January 8th - Students Return to School From Winter Break

Monday, January 9th - Term 2 Report Cards Issued

Thursday, January 25th - 2nd Quarter Parent Conference Night (More Info to Come)

Classroom Holiday Celebrations Information for Parents/Guardians

This year we are again permitting parents/guardians to participate in their child's class Holiday celebration. Listed below is information for parents/guardians. Contact your child's teacher for more information about their class celebration.

Celebrations will be held on Tuesday, December 19th from 1:15 - 2:15.
Only Parents/Guardians or Grandparents of students will be allowed in classrooms. (No siblings or extended family) This is due to limited space in classrooms.
All visitors will report to and sign-in at front office upon arrival.
We will have staff present in the lobby and hall to assist parents/guardians to classrooms.
Once the class celebration has concluded, students may be checked out by the parent/guardian in each classroom using the form provided to each teacher.

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NEW Check-In/Out Time for Student Attendance

Effective on January 8th, 2024, in order for students to be counted in attendance for the school day they must check-in no later than 10:20AM and must not check-out earlier than 12:40PM. These check-in and check-out times reflect and align with NCPS Board Policy 4400.

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Important Updated Information on Model Release Forms

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I hope this email finds you well. I'm contacting you about an important update concerning the handling of Model Release forms at Nash County Public Schools in light of North Carolina's recent amendment to the Parents' Bill of Rights. Effective January 1, 2024, we are transitioning from an 'OPT OUT' to an 'OPT-IN' policy for these forms.

This means we will need your explicit consent for your child's participation in activities where their photos may be taken and used in school materials such as yearbooks, Facebook posts, and other educational or promotional content. To streamline this process, we are introducing digital Model Release forms through our app's 'Rooms' feature (also accessible online at edurooms.com). This approach ensures easy access for you and efficient record-keeping for the school.

Where to locate the model release form in rooms?

In the "Rooms" section of the app tailored for your child, you'll find a new addition: a classroom labeled with your child's school name and grade level. Within this classroom, navigate to the "Material" section and select it. Here, you'll find a folder titled "Mandatory." Inside this folder, there's an important link named "Updated Model Release Form." This link leads to the latest version of the model release form, which you'll need to complete to opt your child in.

If you haven't yet set up a 'Rooms' account, please contact your child's school for assistance. This digital system, integrated with our student information system, allows only authorized parents or guardians to view and complete the forms, ensuring the safety and security of your and your child's information.

You will receive a notification in 'Rooms' if your account is linked to your child. This rollout will be gradual, with each school transitioning in phases.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we implement these changes.