In our attendance meetings at W-GMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
In our attendance meetings at WGMS, we came to the conclusion that some of our attendance issues are due to students' self-esteem surrounding their appearance, specifically hair. With the teamwork of Ms. C​ummings , Ms. Frye, Ms. Jones, Ms. Allison and our lovely hostess Ms. Brockenbrough we were able to coordinate a Cosmetology Hair Salon Day! This idea was an incentive for our attendance students to come to school because you just never know what surprises will be in store 😉 Attendance matters, because you matter!
Goodr and Aetna Came to Fredericksburg! Did you see the Pop-Up Grocery Market at James Monroe High School? On December 21st, Goodr (a community of dedicated partners committed to eliminating food waste for the greater good) and Aetna (Aetna Better Health of Virginia), partnered to bring the shopping experience to many of our local families. Fortunately, we had a connection! Clara Camber, 2016 James Monroe High School alumni, provided the opportunity for partnership. Clara currently works for Goodr as their Project Coordinator. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/. Goodr’s set up for the event included providing families with a grocery cart to receive fresh produce, eggs, milk, a turkey, bread, juice, and staple goods. Aetna came with their Wellness on Wheels vehicle to share health resources as well as invite families to join in outdoor games while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa or apple cider. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/ and/or https://www.aetnabetterhealth.com/virginia/index.html.
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Goodr and Aetna Came to Fredericksburg! Did you see the Pop-Up Grocery Market at James Monroe High School? On December 21st, Goodr (a community of dedicated partners committed to eliminating food waste for the greater good) and Aetna (Aetna Better Health of Virginia), partnered to bring the shopping experience to many of our local families. Fortunately, we had a connection! Clara Camber, 2016 James Monroe High School alumni, provided the opportunity for partnership. Clara currently works for Goodr as their Project Coordinator. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/. Goodr’s set up for the event included providing families with a grocery cart to receive fresh produce, eggs, milk, a turkey, bread, juice, and staple goods. Aetna came with their Wellness on Wheels vehicle to share health resources as well as invite families to join in outdoor games while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa or apple cider. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/ and/or https://www.aetnabetterhealth.com/virginia/index.html.
Goodr and Aetna Came to Fredericksburg! Did you see the Pop-Up Grocery Market at James Monroe High School? On December 21st, Goodr (a community of dedicated partners committed to eliminating food waste for the greater good) and Aetna (Aetna Better Health of Virginia), partnered to bring the shopping experience to many of our local families. Fortunately, we had a connection! Clara Camber, 2016 James Monroe High School alumni, provided the opportunity for partnership. Clara currently works for Goodr as their Project Coordinator. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/. Goodr’s set up for the event included providing families with a grocery cart to receive fresh produce, eggs, milk, a turkey, bread, juice, and staple goods. Aetna came with their Wellness on Wheels vehicle to share health resources as well as invite families to join in outdoor games while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa or apple cider. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/ and/or https://www.aetnabetterhealth.com/virginia/index.html.
Goodr and Aetna Came to Fredericksburg! Did you see the Pop-Up Grocery Market at James Monroe High School? On December 21st, Goodr (a community of dedicated partners committed to eliminating food waste for the greater good) and Aetna (Aetna Better Health of Virginia), partnered to bring the shopping experience to many of our local families. Fortunately, we had a connection! Clara Camber, 2016 James Monroe High School alumni, provided the opportunity for partnership. Clara currently works for Goodr as their Project Coordinator. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/. Goodr’s set up for the event included providing families with a grocery cart to receive fresh produce, eggs, milk, a turkey, bread, juice, and staple goods. Aetna came with their Wellness on Wheels vehicle to share health resources as well as invite families to join in outdoor games while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa or apple cider. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/ and/or https://www.aetnabetterhealth.com/virginia/index.html.
Goodr and Aetna Came to Fredericksburg! Did you see the Pop-Up Grocery Market at James Monroe High School? On December 21st, Goodr (a community of dedicated partners committed to eliminating food waste for the greater good) and Aetna (Aetna Better Health of Virginia), partnered to bring the shopping experience to many of our local families. Fortunately, we had a connection! Clara Camber, 2016 James Monroe High School alumni, provided the opportunity for partnership. Clara currently works for Goodr as their Project Coordinator. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/. Goodr’s set up for the event included providing families with a grocery cart to receive fresh produce, eggs, milk, a turkey, bread, juice, and staple goods. Aetna came with their Wellness on Wheels vehicle to share health resources as well as invite families to join in outdoor games while enjoying a hot cup of cocoa or apple cider. To learn more, visit https://goodr.co/our-story/ and/or https://www.aetnabetterhealth.com/virginia/index.html.
COAR keeps us warm and cozy! The University of Mary Washington (UMW) student-run organization, Community Outreach and Resources (COAR) gifted 80 fleece blankets to Hugh Mercer and Lafayette Elementary Schools before the winter holidays.
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
COAR keeps us warm and cozy! The University of Mary Washington (UMW) student-run organization, Community Outreach and Resources (COAR), gifted 80 fleece blankets to Hugh Mercer and Lafayette Elementary Schools before the winter holidays.
COAR keeps us warm and cozy! The University of Mary Washington (UMW) student-run organization, Community Outreach and Resources (COAR), gifted 80 fleece blankets to Hugh Mercer and Lafayette Elementary Schools before the winter holidays.
FCPS will close early tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9 on the early dismissal schedule. This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow that includes heavy rains, high winds, and possible power outages. All afterschool activities are cancelled. Preschool, Walker-Grant Middle School, and James Monroe High School will close at noon. Hugh Mercer Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School will close at 12:45.
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
FCPS will close early tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9 on the early dismissal schedule. This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow that includes heavy rains, high winds, and possible power outages. All afterschool activities are cancelled. Preschool, Walker-Grant Middle School, and James Monroe High School will close at noon. Hugh Mercer Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School will close at 12:45.
FCPS will close early tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9 on the early dismissal schedule. This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow that includes heavy rains, high winds, and possible power outages. All afterschool activities are cancelled. Preschool, Walker-Grant Middle School, and James Monroe High School will close at noon. Hugh Mercer Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School will close at 12:45.
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
FCPS will close early tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9 on the early dismissal schedule. This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow that includes heavy rains, high winds, and possible power outages. All afterschool activities are cancelled. Preschool, Walker-Grant Middle School, and James Monroe High School will close at noon. Hugh Mercer Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School will close at 12:45.
Students attended their first Virginia Rules assembly last Friday. Virginia Rules is Virginia’s state-specific, law-related education program for middle and high school students. The purpose of Virginia Rules is to educate young Virginians about Virginia laws and help them develop skills needed to make sound decisions, to avoid breaking laws, and to become active citizens of their schools and communities. We will continue this program periodically for the reminder of the year.
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Virginia Rules is Virginia’s state-specific, law-related education program for middle and high school students. The purpose of Virginia Rules is to educate young Virginians about Virginia laws and help them develop skills needed to make sound decisions, to avoid breaking laws, and to become active citizens of their schools and communities. Students attended their first Virginia Rules assembly this past Friday. We will continue this program periodically for the reminder of the year.
Virginia Rules is Virginia’s state-specific, law-related education program for middle and high school students. The purpose of Virginia Rules is to educate young Virginians about Virginia laws and help them develop skills needed to make sound decisions, to avoid breaking laws, and to become active citizens of their schools and communities. Students attended their first Virginia Rules assembly this past Friday. We will continue this program periodically for the reminder of the year.
Virginia Rules is Virginia’s state-specific, law-related education program for middle and high school students. The purpose of Virginia Rules is to educate young Virginians about Virginia laws and help them develop skills needed to make sound decisions, to avoid breaking laws, and to become active citizens of their schools and communities. Students attended their first Virginia Rules assembly this past Friday. We will continue this program periodically for the reminder of the year.
Virginia Rules is Virginia’s state-specific, law-related education program for middle and high school students. The purpose of Virginia Rules is to educate young Virginians about Virginia laws and help them develop skills needed to make sound decisions, to avoid breaking laws, and to become active citizens of their schools and communities. Students attended their first Virginia Rules assembly this past Friday. We will continue this program periodically for the reminder of the year.
Join us for the 18th Annual Communitywide Celebration of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Sunday, January 14, 2024. 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. James Monroe High School. 2300 Washington Avenue. Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Featuring: music, dance, spoken word & dramatic presentations, reflections from area students and community leaders and 40+ double dutch performances. Light refreshments FREE Admission For more information, please call 540-760-6525.
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Join us for the 18th Annual Communitywide Celebration of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. Sunday, January 14, 2024. 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. James Monroe High School. 2300 Washington Avenue. Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Featuring: music, dance, spoken word & dramatic presentations, reflections from area students and community leaders and 40+ double dutch performances. Light refreshments FREE Admission For more information, please call 540-760-6525.
FREDERICKSBURG TODAY: Ceili Leahy Day of Service planning begins at JM https://www.fredericksburg.today/2024/01/07/ceili-leahy-day-of-service-planning-begins-at-jm/
12 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Today marked the kick-off for the second annual Ceili Leahy Senior Day of Service. Students learned the definition of Service Learning as recognized by the Virginia Department of Education as a High-Quality Work Based Learning opportunity! Students from the core planning committee also shared what service meant to them. The day of service will occur Friday, April 12th, 2024, and with plans to partner with 10 local non-profits as well as Fredericksburg City Schools.
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Mrs. Leahy speaking with students about the Day of Service project.
Students showcasing organizations students can volunteer to help.
Mrs. Leahy speaking with a student.
Empowerhouse has partnered with Walker-Grant Middle School! In December, the local organization spoke to the 6-8 grade health classes on the use of technology and relationships, “Digital Connections”. The discussion emphasized the importance of online and internet safety. Topics covered included types of cyberbullying, uses and misuses of social media, forms of abuse that occur both in person and online. Students also learned about how to set boundaries and provide consent. A hotline and contact information for Empowerhouse was provided. To learn more about Empowerhouse in Fredericksburg, visit empowerhouseva.org
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Empowerhouse employee
Empowerhouse slide about digital connections.
Empowerhouse employees
Empowerhouse slide about social media.
Superintendent Marci Catlett, City Manager Tim Baroody, and Chief of Police Brian Layton toured the new middle construction site with representatives from English Construction and Downey and Scott Construction Management Services. The roof work has begun, and the team is preparing to pour the concrete second floors next week. Stairwell masonry is nearly complete, and stairs are about to be installed. The project continues to track ahead of schedule and under budget.
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Construction site of new middle school
Construction site of new middle school
Construction site of new middle school
Construction site of new middle school
Dr. Catlett
Check out the Sports section of The Free Lance-Star 🗞️ James Monroe tops Chancellor, but both teams learn lesson in Battlefield District boys basketball game 🏀 https://fredericksburg.com/sports/high-school/basketball/boys/james-monroe-tops-chancellor-but-both-teams-learn-lesson-in-battlefield-district-boys-basketball-game/article_30302420-ab3d-11ee-82b7-23af2e838f14.html
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
The Free Lance-Star logo
Jackets use big second quarter to fend off Chargers ❤️JMHS🐝 Boys Basketball 🏀Team highlighted on the front page of the sports page of The Free Lance-Star 🗞️this morning. Congratulations Jackets 👏 Click the link below to read the full article. https://fredericksburg.com/eedition/page-c2/page_18932286-60cf-53ea-a475-1382e9e3e8de.html
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
The Free Lance-Star logo
Please be aware that Public Works and their contractors continue to work on sanitary sewer repairs crossing the Cowan Blvd. area between Snowden Hills Blvd. and Hospital Drive – and this area of Cowan Blvd. will remain closed to through traffic for some time. We would like to make everyone aware that at least 6 buses are going to be affected as well as anyone that needs to use Cowan Blvd to access Hugh Mercer. Please use caution in the area and follow temporary signage. Remember, Spot My Bus is a great app to track your student’s bus. Thank you in advance for your patience.
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Please be aware that Public Works and their contractors continue to work on sanitary sewer repairs crossing the Cowan Blvd. area between Snowden Hills Blvd. and Hospital Drive – and this area of Cowan Blvd. will remain closed to through traffic for some time. We would like to make everyone aware that at least 6 buses are going to be affected as well as anyone that needs to use Cowan Blvd to access Hugh Mercer. Please use caution in the area and follow temporary signage. Remember, Spot My Bus is a great app to track your student’s bus. Thank you in advance for your patience.
🎉Congratulations to our esteemed school board, who witnessed the return of Mr. Jarvis Bailey and welcomed Mrs. Molly McFadden! Mr. Bailey and Mrs. McFadden took their School Board Oath of Office yesterday, January 2, 2024, at the Fredericksburg Courthouse and were sworn in by Judge Gordon Willis. Mr. Bailey has proudly served on the Board since 2007. We look forward to their support of our FCPS faculty, staff, students, and families. We are also grateful for Mrs. Jannan Holmes, who honorably served on our school board from 2010-2023. Today she also took an Oath of Office and will serve on the Fredericksburg City Council.
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
School Board members stand for a photo.
Molly McFadden takes her Oath of Office for School Board.
Jarvis Bailey takes his Oath of Office for School Board.
✨The social workers would like to thank everyone who contributed to the magical moments students will enjoy over the holidays!✨ Thank you to the following businesses and organizations: St. George's Episcopal Church- Donated holiday gifts for 6 students. Lifepoint- Generously donated 240 holiday gifts for students. Spotswood Church- Sponsored 25 of our students for the holidays. House of Victory Fredericksburg Church- Donated over 100 winter coats for our students. U4C Victory Inc- donated non-perishable food and gift cards for our families. Paula Poole - Generously Donated coats for our families. Avery Ballet- Adopted a preschool family for the holidays. Unmasked- Donated holiday gifts for 26 families. New City Fellowship Church- Donated books for every preschool student for the holiday break. Mary Washington- Donated 200 show boxes filled with holiday treats for all Preschool Programs students. Huge shout-out to our school community that supported multiple families for the holidays: Hugh Mercer Elementary School - School staff donated over $1,500 towards 12 student's holidays. Lafayette Elementary School - Donated holidays gifts for 8 students. Walker Grant Middle School - Donated holiday gifts for 19 students. Central Office - Donated holiday gifts for 4 students.
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
The Social Workers would like to thank everyone who will be helping our students have magical moments over the holidays!
Thank you to the following businesses and organizations: St. George's Episcopal Church- Donated holiday gifts for 6 students. Lifepoint- Generously donated 240 holiday gifts for students. Spotswood Church- Sponsored 25 of our students for the holidays. House of Victory Fredericksburg Church- Donated over 100 winter coats for our students. U4C Victory Inc- donated non-perishable food and gift cards for our families. Paula Poole - Generously Donated coats for our families. Avery Ballet- Adopted a preschool family for the holidays. Unmasked- Donated holiday gifts for 26 families. New City Fellowship Church- Donated books for every preschool student for the holiday break. Mary Washington- Donated 200 show boxes filled with holiday treats for all Preschool Programs students. Huge shout-out to our school community that supported multiple families for the holidays: Hugh Mercer Elementary School - School staff donated over $1,500 towards 12 student's holidays. Lafayette Elementary School - Donated holidays gifts for 8 students. Walker Grant Middle School - Donated holiday gifts for 19 students. Central Office - Donated holiday gifts for 4 students.
people standing
donated jackets
people standing
people standing
a trunk of donated goods
Walker-Grant Middle School wins the School Attendance Award for the month of November! Go Tigers! 🐯🐯 #AttendanceMatters
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
November Attendance Winner, Walker-Grant (NOV)
Today is the District 18 competitive events for DECA. Students came together to compete in 22 occupational areas related to marketing. The top four students in each occupational area will go onto state competition in early March. Full gallery: https://tinyurl.com/fxbg-deca
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Large group of students in front of Christmas tree
Five students around table
Six students around table
Three students
Six students
FCPS was awarded the Virginia Department of Education Teacher Apprenticeship grant, which allows for one currently employed FCPS paraprofessional to participate in the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) Teacher Apprenticeship Program as a Teacher Apprentice Paraeducator (TAP) in the special-education area. Mr. Christian Omundson was selected as the recipient. Congratulations!!
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Congratulations! [image of teacher, Christian Omundson]
Learning about the cell cycle this week in Ms. Denison's science class - can't wait to get a deeper understanding of how cells function! 🧬 #CellCycle #ScienceClass #ScienceFun
about 1 year ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Ms Denison leading her class of students about the cell cycle
female student at desk looking at her computer, other student in the background
male student smiling in science class