We are looking forward to welcoming students and staff back to our school buildings on Wednesday, February 4, with classes resuming on a 2-hour delay.
As we return, we ask everyone to take extra care as weather conditions may still impact roads, sidewalks, and other areas. Please plan ahead and allow additional time for travel. Slow down while driving and remain cautious on sidewalks, parking lots, and other areas where ice may still be present. We also encourage heightened awareness of students and pedestrians who may be navigating icy streets and walkways.
At this time, there remain some locations where school buses may be unable to safely enter or maneuver single-lane roads. In these cases, buses may need to pick up students at a nearby safe location that may differ from the usual bus stop. Families are encouraged to identify safe areas near their regular bus stops and remain attentive to morning conditions. Transportation will be sending ParentSquare messages regarding known problems to impacted routes. Expect delays.
We will re-evaluate conditions in the morning, including any changes that may occur this evening, and adjust as needed.
The safety of our students, families, and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued partnership and patience as we transition back to our regular schedule. We look forward to seeing our students soon and returning to learning together on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, on a 2-hour delay schedule.
As we return, we ask everyone to take extra care as weather conditions may still impact roads, sidewalks, and other areas. Please plan ahead and allow additional time for travel. Slow down while driving and remain cautious on sidewalks, parking lots, and other areas where ice may still be present. We also encourage heightened awareness of students and pedestrians who may be navigating icy streets and walkways.
At this time, there remain some locations where school buses may be unable to safely enter or maneuver single-lane roads. In these cases, buses may need to pick up students at a nearby safe location that may differ from the usual bus stop. Families are encouraged to identify safe areas near their regular bus stops and remain attentive to morning conditions. Transportation will be sending ParentSquare messages regarding known problems to impacted routes. Expect delays.
We will re-evaluate conditions in the morning, including any changes that may occur this evening, and adjust as needed.
The safety of our students, families, and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued partnership and patience as we transition back to our regular schedule. We look forward to seeing our students soon and returning to learning together on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, on a 2-hour delay schedule.
FCPS is Code Blue Tuesday, February 3
Fredericksburg City Schools will operate on Code Blue, which is a REMOTE LEARNING DAY, Tuesday, February 3. While school parking lots look good right now, continued road and sidewalk conditions present challenges getting families and staff to and from schools.
All staff should plan to work remotely from home tomorrow. 12-month employees have the option of reporting to buildings or teleworking.
Essential employees should report according to supervisor’s guidance.
There will be meal distribution for students tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, from noon until 2pm at James Monroe High School. Students do not need to be present - only a parent or adult relative needs to provide a student’s name for meal pick up.
Again, FCPS buildings will have limited availability to 12-month employees. Students are expected to learn from home and staff should work remotely tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3.
Fredericksburg City Schools will operate on Code Blue, which is a REMOTE LEARNING DAY, Tuesday, February 3. While school parking lots look good right now, continued road and sidewalk conditions present challenges getting families and staff to and from schools.
All staff should plan to work remotely from home tomorrow. 12-month employees have the option of reporting to buildings or teleworking.
Essential employees should report according to supervisor’s guidance.
There will be meal distribution for students tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3, from noon until 2pm at James Monroe High School. Students do not need to be present - only a parent or adult relative needs to provide a student’s name for meal pick up.
Again, FCPS buildings will have limited availability to 12-month employees. Students are expected to learn from home and staff should work remotely tomorrow, Tuesday, February 3.
Happy National School Counseling Week! 🎉
This week, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of our school counselors. Stay tuned as we shine a spotlight on our magnificent counselors all week long!
This week, we’re celebrating the incredible impact of our school counselors. Stay tuned as we shine a spotlight on our magnificent counselors all week long!
FCPS proudly celebrates Black History Month, honoring the voices, stories, and contributions of Black Americans who have shaped our nation and continue to inspire our students every day. 🖤✨
❄️ We Appreciate You! ❄️
Through snow, ice, and freezing temperatures, our hard-working staff continues to show incredible dedication by working hard to clear our school grounds and keep them safe. Your time, effort, and commitment during this winter storm do not go unnoticed. Thank you for taking such great care of our schools and our community!
Due to incoming inclement weather, we are postponing Lafayette Elementary School’s 20th Anniversary Celebration, originally scheduled for Saturday, January 24, from 7–9 PM.
The celebration has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 18, from 7–9 PM, and we look forward to gathering then.
We are truly grateful to everyone who has already RSVP’d and to our generous sponsors for their continued support. We hope you will join us in April as we celebrate this important milestone in Lafayette’s history.
The celebration has been rescheduled for Saturday, April 18, from 7–9 PM, and we look forward to gathering then.
We are truly grateful to everyone who has already RSVP’d and to our generous sponsors for their continued support. We hope you will join us in April as we celebrate this important milestone in Lafayette’s history.
🖤💚Honoring the Legacy of Gladys West 🖤💚
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Gladys West, the remarkable mathematician, trailblazer, and namesake of Gladys West Elementary School.
Gladys West’s groundbreaking work as a mathematician at NASA helped lay the foundation for the GPS technology we know today. Her brilliance, perseverance, and dedication to learning opened doors not only in science and technology, but also for generations of students—especially women and people of color—who saw what was possible because of her example.
At Gladys West Elementary, we are honored to carry her name and her legacy forward each day. We will continue to inspire our "navigators" to be curious, courageous, and confident in their potential—just as she was.
Thank you, Mrs. West, for showing the world what is possible. 🖤💚🐊💙🌍📐
#GladysWest #LegacyOfExcellence #Trailblazer #STEMEducation #InHerHonor #GladysWestElementary
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Gladys West, the remarkable mathematician, trailblazer, and namesake of Gladys West Elementary School.
Gladys West’s groundbreaking work as a mathematician at NASA helped lay the foundation for the GPS technology we know today. Her brilliance, perseverance, and dedication to learning opened doors not only in science and technology, but also for generations of students—especially women and people of color—who saw what was possible because of her example.
At Gladys West Elementary, we are honored to carry her name and her legacy forward each day. We will continue to inspire our "navigators" to be curious, courageous, and confident in their potential—just as she was.
Thank you, Mrs. West, for showing the world what is possible. 🖤💚🐊💙🌍📐
#GladysWest #LegacyOfExcellence #Trailblazer #STEMEducation #InHerHonor #GladysWestElementary
Calling all Gator families! Let’s enjoy a great meal and give back to our school at the same time! Silver Diner will donate 20% of sales based on the number of attendees when you dine in or order to-go.
📅 Date: December 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 4pm–8pm
📍 Location: Silver Diner Fredericksburg
2951 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
🍽 How to Participate:
Dine-In OR Order To-Go at SilverDiner.com
➡️ Use code Navigator1209 at checkout
Or place your to-go order by calling 540-736-1044
**Make sure you mention the fundraiser and show the flyer, so we get credit for your purchase!!**
Please note: Orders placed through third-party delivery apps will not count toward the fundraiser.
Come out, enjoy dinner, and support GWES! 💚
Share this with friends and family—we’d love to see a huge Gator turnout! 💚🐊
📅 Date: December 9, 2025
⏰ Time: 4pm–8pm
📍 Location: Silver Diner Fredericksburg
2951 Plank Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
🍽 How to Participate:
Dine-In OR Order To-Go at SilverDiner.com
➡️ Use code Navigator1209 at checkout
Or place your to-go order by calling 540-736-1044
**Make sure you mention the fundraiser and show the flyer, so we get credit for your purchase!!**
Please note: Orders placed through third-party delivery apps will not count toward the fundraiser.
Come out, enjoy dinner, and support GWES! 💚
Share this with friends and family—we’d love to see a huge Gator turnout! 💚🐊
📚✨ Join us for the GWES Barnes & Noble Fundraiser! ✨📚
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22nd from 10 AM–2 PM at the Barnes & Noble on Carl D. Silver Parkway!
Bring the whole family for a festive day filled with:
🎨 Face painting
📖 Story time every half hour
🎼 Carols performed by our talented GWES performing arts students
📚 Bookmark-making crafts
… and plenty of holiday cheer! 🌟
A portion of all purchases will be donated to Gladys West Elementary School.
Your support helps make this event fun and successful for everyone! 💚❤️
Come shop, celebrate, and support our Gators! 🐊🎄
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22nd from 10 AM–2 PM at the Barnes & Noble on Carl D. Silver Parkway!
Bring the whole family for a festive day filled with:
🎨 Face painting
📖 Story time every half hour
🎼 Carols performed by our talented GWES performing arts students
📚 Bookmark-making crafts
… and plenty of holiday cheer! 🌟
A portion of all purchases will be donated to Gladys West Elementary School.
Your support helps make this event fun and successful for everyone! 💚❤️
Come shop, celebrate, and support our Gators! 🐊🎄
📚✨ Join us for the GWES Barnes & Noble Fundraiser! ✨📚
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22nd from 10 AM–2 PM at the Barnes & Noble on Carl D. Silver Parkway!
Bring the whole family for a festive day filled with:
🎨 Face painting
📖 Story time every half hour
🎼 Carols performed by our talented GWES performing arts students
📚 Bookmark-making crafts
… and plenty of holiday cheer! 🌟
A portion of all purchases will be donated to Gladys West Elementary School.
Your support helps make this event fun and successful for everyone! 💚❤️
Come shop, celebrate, and support our Gators! 🐊🎄
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22nd from 10 AM–2 PM at the Barnes & Noble on Carl D. Silver Parkway!
Bring the whole family for a festive day filled with:
🎨 Face painting
📖 Story time every half hour
🎼 Carols performed by our talented GWES performing arts students
📚 Bookmark-making crafts
… and plenty of holiday cheer! 🌟
A portion of all purchases will be donated to Gladys West Elementary School.
Your support helps make this event fun and successful for everyone! 💚❤️
Come shop, celebrate, and support our Gators! 🐊🎄
📢 Gladys West Elementary Food Drive!
We’re teaming up with the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank to help support families in our community. ❤️🥫
📅 December 8–12, 2025
📍 Drop off donations in the Front Office
Check out the flyer for full details and a list of needed items — every donation makes a difference! Let’s show how our Gators take care of one another. 🐊💚
dude. be nice. Let’s feed the hungry together!
We’re teaming up with the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank to help support families in our community. ❤️🥫
📅 December 8–12, 2025
📍 Drop off donations in the Front Office
Check out the flyer for full details and a list of needed items — every donation makes a difference! Let’s show how our Gators take care of one another. 🐊💚
dude. be nice. Let’s feed the hungry together!
🧡 Gladys West showed up for Unity Day! 🐊
On October 22, our Gators wore orange to stand united against bullying and to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
By choosing kindness every day, we help create a school community where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. Together, we can make bullying less common and kindness more powerful! 💪🧡
#UnityDay #GWESGators #BeKind #InclusionMatters #ChooseKindness #BullyingPrevention #GladysWestElementary #StrongerTogether
On October 22, our Gators wore orange to stand united against bullying and to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
By choosing kindness every day, we help create a school community where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. Together, we can make bullying less common and kindness more powerful! 💪🧡
#UnityDay #GWESGators #BeKind #InclusionMatters #ChooseKindness #BullyingPrevention #GladysWestElementary #StrongerTogether
💚🖤 Dude. Be Nice Week is coming to GWES! 🐊
We’re excited to announce that Gladys West Elementary will be participating in Dude. Be Nice Week, happening December 8th–12th! 🎉
The Dude. Be Nice campaign encourages kindness, positivity, and treating yourself and others with respect—values we proudly celebrate here at GWES! 💫
👮♂️ Ofc. Cash has planned a fun-filled week for our students and staff to celebrate and spread kindness throughout our school and community.
🖤💚 We’re also selling exclusive GWES “Dude. Be Nice” T-shirts to wear on Friday, December 12th during our Pep Rally! Order forms are being sent home today and should be returned by November 3rd.
Parents, guardians, and GWES supporters are all invited to join in on the kindness! 💚🐊
#DudeBeNice #GWESGators #BeKind #KindnessMatters #SchoolSpirit #SpreadKindness #PepRally #GladysWestElementary
We’re excited to announce that Gladys West Elementary will be participating in Dude. Be Nice Week, happening December 8th–12th! 🎉
The Dude. Be Nice campaign encourages kindness, positivity, and treating yourself and others with respect—values we proudly celebrate here at GWES! 💫
👮♂️ Ofc. Cash has planned a fun-filled week for our students and staff to celebrate and spread kindness throughout our school and community.
🖤💚 We’re also selling exclusive GWES “Dude. Be Nice” T-shirts to wear on Friday, December 12th during our Pep Rally! Order forms are being sent home today and should be returned by November 3rd.
Parents, guardians, and GWES supporters are all invited to join in on the kindness! 💚🐊
#DudeBeNice #GWESGators #BeKind #KindnessMatters #SchoolSpirit #SpreadKindness #PepRally #GladysWestElementary
About Our New Logo
Our new logo reflects the many dimensions of Fredericksburg City Public Schools, a system defined by connection, growth, and purpose. The interwoven lines represent the process of learning itself: dynamic, evolving, and rooted in the creation of new connections. Just as synapses in the brain build understanding through interaction, our students, staff, and community strengthen and expand through shared learning experiences.
The geometric framework also symbolizes the physical spaces where learning occurs across our city. When overlaid on a map of Fredericksburg, each blue point of connection aligns with one of our schools. The larger point indicates a shared site, emphasizing collaboration and shared purpose. All lines represent pathways connecting our schools across the City of Fredericksburg.
Together, these interconnected elements capture the essence of our division: We are a community of learners, growing through connection and commitment to Educating and Inspiring Every Child, Every Day.
Our new logo reflects the many dimensions of Fredericksburg City Public Schools, a system defined by connection, growth, and purpose. The interwoven lines represent the process of learning itself: dynamic, evolving, and rooted in the creation of new connections. Just as synapses in the brain build understanding through interaction, our students, staff, and community strengthen and expand through shared learning experiences.
The geometric framework also symbolizes the physical spaces where learning occurs across our city. When overlaid on a map of Fredericksburg, each blue point of connection aligns with one of our schools. The larger point indicates a shared site, emphasizing collaboration and shared purpose. All lines represent pathways connecting our schools across the City of Fredericksburg.
Together, these interconnected elements capture the essence of our division: We are a community of learners, growing through connection and commitment to Educating and Inspiring Every Child, Every Day.
☀️⚾ Last week, students from all 3 elementary schools had an amazing day at Sunshine Ballpark! 💚💛🖤
Students enjoyed outdoor games, running the bases, cheering each other on, and sharing lots of laughter. It was a wonderful chance to reunite with teachers, classmates, and friends from across the schools. 🐊✨
A perfect day filled with sunshine, teamwork, and fun! 🌟
#GWESGators #ElementaryStrong #CommunityConnections
Students enjoyed outdoor games, running the bases, cheering each other on, and sharing lots of laughter. It was a wonderful chance to reunite with teachers, classmates, and friends from across the schools. 🐊✨
A perfect day filled with sunshine, teamwork, and fun! 🌟
#GWESGators #ElementaryStrong #CommunityConnections
Next week is Gator Spirit Week! 🐊🎉 Join us as we celebrate Attendance Awareness Month with fun spirit days. Let’s show our Navigator pride and remember—every day counts when it comes to learning and growing! 💚🖤 #GatorSpirit #AttendanceMatters #GladysWestElementary
Please Note: We will be moving from daily updates to weekly updates starting next week.
Beginning Monday, September 15, Fredericksburg City Public School’s Transportation updates will be delivered through ParentSquare to bus route-specific groups. We created this mechanism internally and have tested it to be sure it works as designed. While we do not expect any issues Monday, there may be some as this is the first official roll-out. Our goal is to efficiently communicate with you.
All bus updates will be pushed as Alerts, which means all updates will be instantaneous.
Parents/Guardians and Secondary Students should expect to see a text message from 66458.
Please contact your child’s school if any additional recipients (Guests) need to be added to your child’s ParentSquare Alerts list.
Beginning Monday, September 15, Fredericksburg City Public School’s Transportation updates will be delivered through ParentSquare to bus route-specific groups. We created this mechanism internally and have tested it to be sure it works as designed. While we do not expect any issues Monday, there may be some as this is the first official roll-out. Our goal is to efficiently communicate with you.
All bus updates will be pushed as Alerts, which means all updates will be instantaneous.
Parents/Guardians and Secondary Students should expect to see a text message from 66458.
Please contact your child’s school if any additional recipients (Guests) need to be added to your child’s ParentSquare Alerts list.
📢 Reminder for Families!
Tonight is Orientation Night at all three of our elementary schools! 🎉
🧸 Kindergarten Only: 4–5 PM
📚 All Grades: 5–7 PM
We can’t wait to see our students and families as we get ready for a fantastic school year! 💙🍎
Tonight is Orientation Night at all three of our elementary schools! 🎉
🧸 Kindergarten Only: 4–5 PM
📚 All Grades: 5–7 PM
We can’t wait to see our students and families as we get ready for a fantastic school year! 💙🍎
Have you caught the City School Cafe Truck for our Summer Food Service Program? There are still a few weeks left.
📍 Please note: Some times and locations may vary, so be sure to check for the latest updates.
📲 Download the app or visit www.cityschoolscafe.com to find a site near you and stay informed.
A few details to know:
▶ Program runs 6/9 - 7/18, Monday through Friday
▶ All children (1-18) are eligible
▶ All children MUST be present to receive a meal
▶ All children must eat the meal at the served location
▶ Parents are NOT permitted to pick up meals
While you're here, share this post! 🙌
#FXBGSchools #SummerMeals #FuelForLearning
Students entering kindergarten, 7th grade, or 12th grade this fall may need required immunizations before school starts. These routine vaccines help keep kids healthy and in class.
The Fredericksburg Health Department offers immunizations at no cost to families. Call (540) 899-4142 to schedule an appointment.
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