NEWS RELEASE: Fredericksburg Police Department Launches D.A.R.E. Program in City Public Schools
Click here to read the press release: https://www.fxbgschools.us/article/1922906
❤️HMES & LES 🦁Student Classroom Book 📕 Themed Holiday Trees 🎄
Time is running out for you to visit the Fredericksburg Area Museum and enjoy the displays of our second-grade students! Visit now through December 22, 2024.
#FestiveFun #VisitFAM
Reminder!❄️Winter Break is almost here! ❄️
FCPS will be closed from Monday, December 23, 2024 to Friday, January 3, 2025.
Monday, January 6- Teacher Workday
**TUESDAY, January 7- Students RETURN to school
🚀 Ready for Kindergarten? 40 days until the Kindergarten Registration Launch🚀
If you have a child entering Kindergarten next year or know someone who does, it's time to get ready for take-off! Registration for Kindergarten and Kindercamp at Fredericksburg City Public Schools is starting soon. 🏫
🔑 What to bring:
‣Original Birth Certificate or Passport
‣Parent/Guardian Photo ID
‣Proof of City Residency (e.g., utility bill or lease)
‣Immunization Record & School Entrance Physical Exam
‣Completed Registration Forms (available online)
🌟 Attend any registration event, no matter your school zone!
📞 Need help or more info?
🔗https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/new-student-registration
Contact FCPS Registrar, Camm Taylor 📧 ataylor@cityschools.com 📱 540-940-8380
Don’t miss the chance to get your child ready for an exciting school year!
🎒✏️ #FCPS #KindergartenRegistration #ReadyForKindergarten #FCPS2024
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🎉Congratulations to our outstanding Excellence in Teaching Recipients🎉
Click the link below to view our 2024-2025 recipients.
👉https://secure.smore.com/n/239yfr
❄️Winter Break is just around the corner! ❄️
FCPS will be closed from Monday, December 23, 2024 to Friday, January 3, 2025.
Monday, January 6- Teacher Workday
**TUESDAY, January 7- Students RETURN to school
School Start Times Survey- 👉https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/school-start-times-survey
Fredericksburg City Public Schools is considering the impact of school start time on student success. Your feedback is crucial in shaping decisions that affect our public school system. This survey aims to gather insights on school start times to better understand the preferences and needs of our community. Your participation is highly appreciated. The survey closes on January 5, 2025.
Resources on adolescent sleep needs and school start times are available here: https://fxbg.link/schoolstart
At FCPS, our teachers never stop learning! Today, teachers from across the division participated in Professional Development sessions — Youth Mental Health First Aid Training and a CIP Checkpoint Forum 📚✏️🏫
Reminder: There is NO School on Wednesday, November 27 - Friday, November 29, 2024.
Students return to school on Monday, December 2, 2024.
A big thank you to our psychologists Dr. Amelia Jurlando and Ms. Shannon Mintze in honor of National School Psychologist Week! Their hard work and dedication to supporting staff, students, and families does not go unnoticed.
Help Choose the Gladys West Elementary School Mascot!
We're excited to announce that the new Gladys West Elementary School needs a mascot—and we want you to help decide! We invite parents, students, staff, teachers, and community members to share your ideas and submit mascot suggestions that will inspire school spirit and pride for years to come. Whether it’s an animal, a symbol, or something totally unique, your creativity could help shape the future of Gladys West Elementary. Don’t miss this chance to be part of our school’s story—click the link to submit your ideas today!
https://fxbg.link/gwes-mascot-survey
🌟 Happy World Kindness Day! 🌟
Today, Fredericksburg City Public Schools join millions around the world in celebrating the power of kindness! We encourage everyone—students, teachers, staff and families—to take a moment to share a kind word, lend a helping hand, or simply make someone smile. Every act of kindness makes our school and community a better place.
Let's spread positivity, compassion, and kindness not just today, but every day! 💙
#WorldKindnessDay #KindnessMatters #FCPSCares
Reminder: In observance of Veteran's Day, FCPS buildings will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024.
Reminder: There is no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Please join us on Wednesday, December 4, at 6:30 PM for the 1st and 2nd Grade Winter Musical! Admission is FREE! 🍿🎭🎶
We Want to Hear from You
FCPS is seeking input for the next LES principal. Please submit your feedback by November 8, 2024, through the survey found at the link below.
https://forms.office.com/r/Eku6FJSKse
To my fellow principals: Your commitment to building strong communities, supporting your teams, and shaping the next generation is truly inspiring. Here’s to all the hard work behind the scenes that makes a difference. Let’s continue to lift each other up and lead with passion! 💟 Principal Courtney Wheeler
#NationalPrincipalsMonth
SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY
Join us on Monday, October 28, from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM at Lafayette for our Special Education Advisory Meeting. PEATC will join us from 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM. See you then!
📌Survey closes Thursday, October 31 at 4 PM
We Want Your Input on the 2025-26 Zoning Information
Click here to share your thoughts👉 https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/2025-26-zoning-information
We're pleased to share the proposed school zoning map for Fredericksburg City Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year, presented to the School Board on September 9, 2024. While the map is still under consideration, we recognize that it may prompt questions and concerns from our community. We encourage you to explore the proposed changes and reach out with any feedback. Your input is invaluable as we work together to support our students and families—we're committed to ensuring that every student feels at home in their new school environment.
James Farmer Scholars matriculating at UMW 🦅 at the College of Education exploring, engaging, and enjoying STEM Activities! 🤖
