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Learn about the latest news from Bailey Elementary.
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![free meals information]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707236636/sowashcok12mnus/fcgclitjhnucidfaqhlm/freemeals.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707236636/sowashcok12mnus/fcgclitjhnucidfaqhlm/freemeals.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1707236636/sowashcok12mnus/fcgclitjhnucidfaqhlm/freemeals.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1707236636/sowashcok12mnus/fcgclitjhnucidfaqhlm/freemeals.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707236636/sowashcok12mnus/fcgclitjhnucidfaqhlm/freemeals.png","width":1532}])
Here are some things that are good to know about Nutrition Services for the 2026-27 School Year.
![SoWashCo Schools Bus with text "Patience Appreciated. Bus delays expected during first weeks of school"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756400975/sowashcok12mnus/tlgi7al2yfjhlgidp2hj/BacktoSchoolBusDelays.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756400975/sowashcok12mnus/tlgi7al2yfjhlgidp2hj/BacktoSchoolBusDelays.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756400975/sowashcok12mnus/tlgi7al2yfjhlgidp2hj/BacktoSchoolBusDelays.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756400975/sowashcok12mnus/tlgi7al2yfjhlgidp2hj/BacktoSchoolBusDelays.png","width":1080}])
Buses may run late at times, but our drivers are working hard to get students to and from school safely.
![SChool bus]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755618465/sowashcok12mnus/qbgpjs7smfetymgiftq4/busroutes_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755618465/sowashcok12mnus/qbgpjs7smfetymgiftq4/busroutes_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755618465/sowashcok12mnus/qbgpjs7smfetymgiftq4/busroutes_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755618465/sowashcok12mnus/qbgpjs7smfetymgiftq4/busroutes_1.png","width":1000}])
Here are some things that are good to know about Transportation for the 2026-27 School Year.
![Futura Spanish Class offerings School Year 2026-2027]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1788200974/sowashcok12mnus/wcoga9kngum5vult8ivj/SoWashCoCESpanishflier2026-2027_1.pdf","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1788200974/sowashcok12mnus/wcoga9kngum5vult8ivj/SoWashCoCESpanishflier2026-2027_1.pdf","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1788200974/sowashcok12mnus/wcoga9kngum5vult8ivj/SoWashCoCESpanishflier2026-2027_1.pdf","width":612}])
Grades K-5
![free meals information]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1786562812/sowashcok12mnus/mdx0xwv36qtpxqzfklfv/edbennies.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1786562812/sowashcok12mnus/mdx0xwv36qtpxqzfklfv/edbennies.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1786562812/sowashcok12mnus/mdx0xwv36qtpxqzfklfv/edbennies.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1786562812/sowashcok12mnus/mdx0xwv36qtpxqzfklfv/edbennies.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1786562812/sowashcok12mnus/mdx0xwv36qtpxqzfklfv/edbennies.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1786562812/sowashcok12mnus/mdx0xwv36qtpxqzfklfv/edbennies.png","width":1807}])
Even if a family does not qualify, their completed application could provide additional funding for their child’s school. Learn more at sowashco.org/edbenefits.
![Julie Nielsen]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1787159684/sowashcok12mnus/b1e0yxkekbz5jof6uici/MessageJulie.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1787159684/sowashcok12mnus/b1e0yxkekbz5jof6uici/MessageJulie.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1787159684/sowashcok12mnus/b1e0yxkekbz5jof6uici/MessageJulie.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1787159684/sowashcok12mnus/b1e0yxkekbz5jof6uici/MessageJulie.png","width":1000}])
A message from Superintendent Julie Nielsen.
![Join an advisory group]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1755618466/sowashcok12mnus/wcsdbxqc3s2zho3bkehn/joinandadvisory.png","width":1000}])
We invite you to consider joining an advisory or committee to share your voice and contribute to our school community.
![Spanish class opportunities for school year 2026-2027]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1785778614/sowashcok12mnus/fz6xzln7ezyrvz8ikrlj/SoWashCoCESpanishflier2026-2027.pdf","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1785778614/sowashcok12mnus/fz6xzln7ezyrvz8ikrlj/SoWashCoCESpanishflier2026-2027.pdf","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1785778614/sowashcok12mnus/fz6xzln7ezyrvz8ikrlj/SoWashCoCESpanishflier2026-2027.pdf","width":612}])
Grades K-5
![Back-to-School Update]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721057333/sowashcok12mnus/liaxgi0fu7qkvb70hzbu/annualupdate.png","width":940}])
All families must complete this update between Aug. 1 through Aug.15.
![Sub Bucks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777507273/sowashcok12mnus/sjfgiiealfraz85uiyt5/sunbucks.png","width":1000}])
Minnesota’s SUN Bucks program provides $120 per eligible child to help families buy groceries during the summer months. Each child receives $40 per month (June–August) on a pre-loaded EBT card.