James Monroe High School

Celebrate Earth Day with Community & Care. Looking for a way to support both people and the planet? The Table at St. George’s is a FREE market-style food pantry that focuses on fresh, healthy produce and reducing food waste a perfect Earth Day mission! 📍 Market Square (next to St. George’s Church) 📅 Tuesdays | 🕛 12 PM – 1 PM Since 2012, The Table has helped feed our community while promoting sustainability. Families can pick the foods they need, just like at a farmer’s market no waste, no stigma, just support. This Earth Day let’s take care of each other and the earth. Spread the word or stop by if your family could use a hand. #Local #Fredericksburg #FreshFood #JM #nourishment

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱 Our amazing librarians have put together this vibrant and thought-provoking window display to celebrate Earth Day and highlight the importance of environmental awareness. From recycled art to powerful reads, it’s a reminder that every action counts. Stop by the library to check out the featured books and get inspired to protect our planet one page at a time! #EarthDay #OneJM #ReadForThePlanet #Sustainability #LibraryLove #GreenReads #Fredericksburg

Check out these bright faces from our Pathways to Career Excellence program! They’re not just striking a pose; they’re standing in the direction of their futures. Whether it’s healthcare, skilled trades, education, or beyond, these students are exploring what’s possible and taking steps toward meaningful careers. Let their motivation inspire yours this Monday. #MotivationalMonday #PathwaysToExcellence #FutureFocused #CareerReady #StudentSpotlight #Fredericksburg #JM

It’s your last chance! Don’t miss the final performance of Little Shop of Horrors tonight only! Join us for one last night of thrills, laughs, and that unforgettable Audrey II. Curtain goes up at 7pm. #LittleShopOfHorrors #FinalShow #TheatreNight #DontFeedThePlants

Feed the Drama! James Monroe High School proudly presents Little Shop of Horrors! Get ready for a wild ride of music, mayhem, and man-eating plants! Dates: April 10–12 Time: 7 PM Location: JM Auditorium Tickets: $16 General Admission $12 Student/Staff Come see what’s growing at JMHS… but be careful it bites!

Last Friday, our Class of 2025 continued a proud JM tradition, the Ceili Leahy Senior Day of Service! Inspired by Ceili’s legacy of activism, generosity, and deep love for community, our seniors dedicated their time and energy to giving back. Ceili was a writer, a humanitarian, and a passionate advocate for justice, a true force for good in the world. Whether leading human rights protests, volunteering at Children’s National Hospital, or simply spreading kindness, she believed in living life vividly and inspiring others to do the same. Even in the face of cancer, she remained unwavering in her commitment to service and community. Since 2016, the Ceili Leahy Service Project (CLSP) has sparked a spirit of volunteerism at JM, encouraging students to make a difference. A heartfelt thank you to our students, staff, and community partners for making this year’s event a success! Ceili remains our guiding light, reminding us why service matters. Her words continue to inspire: "As terrible as cancer is, it really opened my eyes to the goodness in people. It was just the most beautiful thing to see what people can do for each other when they’re inspired." – Ceili Leahy, JM Class of 2014 #CeiliLeahyDayofService #JM #GivingBack #Classof2025 #LiveVividly #Community #Passionate #Fredericksburg #Students

Celebrating Our Librarians on School Librarian Day! Libraries are full of adventures, and Ms. Rabatin loves exploring both in books and in real life! Over spring break, she traveled to New Mexico, where she sledded down the breathtaking gypsum dunes of White Sands National Park. Now, she’s diving into A Map is Only One Story, a powerful collection of personal essays exploring migration, identity, and the experience of living between two cultures. Stop by the library and ask Ms. Rabatin for a great book recommendation, she’s always ready to help students find their next literary adventure! #SchoolLibrarianDay #ThankYouLibrarians #ReadMore #LibraryAdventures

Happy School Librarian Day! Today, we celebrate our amazing librarians and the incredible work they do to foster a love of reading in our students! Ms. Cobey is currently reading Raising Hare: A Memoir by Chloe Dalton. This unique story explores the life of a busy politician who rescues and befriends a baby hare found near her home. Ms. Cobey, an avid reader and nature lover, is especially enjoying the book’s deep dive into the world of hares. When she’s not reading, you can often find her exploring the outdoors with her dog, Joey! Be sure to thank Ms. Cobey for all she does to make our library a welcoming and inspiring space!

Military Spirit Week is Here! April is the Month of the Military Child, and we’re celebrating with Military Spirit Week from April 7–11! Join us in honoring our military families by participating in these fun themed days: Monday: Proud to Be in the U.S.A. – Wear red, white, and blue! Tuesday: Branch Out Day – Represent your favorite military branch! Wednesday: Purple Up Day – Wear purple to support military kids! Thursday: Crazy Camo Day – Rock your best camo gear! Friday: R.E.D. Day – Wear red to Remember Everyone Deployed! Let’s come together as a community to show our appreciation for the strength and sacrifices of our military families! Don’t forget to snap pics and tag us! #MilitarySpiritWeek #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild

Tomorrow is R.E.D. Day . R.E.D. = Remember Everyone Deployed. Today, we honor those who are away from their families in service to our country. Show your support by wearing RED! Let’s stand together in appreciation for the sacrifices made by military members and their families. Share a photo and tag us! #RememberEveryoneDeployed #MilitarySpiritWeek

Tomorrow is Crazy Camo Day. Break out your camouflage and show your military appreciation! Whether it’s a full camo outfit or just a touch of print, let’s see those creative camo looks today! #CrazyCamoDay #MilitarySpiritWeek

Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 9 is Purple Up Day 💜 Did you know? Purple represents all branches of the military combined! Today, we wear purple to support our military connected students and their families. Let’s flood our school with support. #PurpleUp #MilitarySpiritWeek

Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 8 is Branch Out Day. This week, we’re honoring the different branches of the military! Show your support by wearing something from your favorite branch or rocking their colors: Navy – Blue & Gold Army – Green Coast Guard – Red, White & Blue Marines – Red & Gold Air Force – Blue Space Force – Dark Blue & White Which branch are you representing today? We would love to see what our community represents, let us know below. #BranchOutDay #MilitarySpiritWeek

Spirit week is this week! Let's show everyone our school spirit. Monday, April 7 – Proud to Be in the U.S.A Tomorrow, we kick off Military Spirit Week by showing our love for the U.S.A! Wear your red, white, and blue to show your patriotic pride and support for our military families. Don’t forget to tag us in your photos!

Celebrating Mrs. Young! This past Saturday, March 22, our very own Mrs. Young was honored at the 6th Annual "Ordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Things" Awards Ceremony as a 2025 Recipient! OWDET recognizes incredible women who make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, and Mrs. Young is the perfect example of that! She goes above and beyond for the students at JM, both those on her caseload and beyond making a lasting difference every day. This year’s ceremony was extra special, taking place right here at JM, with Mrs. Young looking absolutely stunning! She was celebrated by family, friends, and even Dr. Harris and his wife, who joined in the festivities. If you see Mrs. Young this week, be sure to congratulate her on this well-deserved honor! #ExtraordinaryWomen #JM #WellDeserved #Women #Extraordinary #celebrate

Ms. S’s Advanced English 9 class ditched the desks and took their writing outside today! Their challenge? Observe the world around them and bring it to life with words. From rustling leaves to passing clouds, students used their surroundings to practice descriptive writing in a whole new way. Hands-on learning at its best! #Writing #Learning #Outside #EnglishClassRedefined #JM #FCPS

JM Vanguard students recently visited the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) in Richmond! Engaging with informal learning opportunities in this immersive environment, students explored diverse cultures and historical periods, broadening their perspectives through art. #JM #Vanguard #Art #Inspire #VMFA #LearningBeyondTheClassroom #students

🌟 Join Us for the Mental Health, Wellness & Safety Resource Fair! 🌟 📅 Date: May 10th ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: James Monroe High School, 2300 Washington Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 We are excited to invite you to a FREE school wide event dedicated to promoting mental health, wellness, and safety! 🌈💚 🎉 What to expect: • Mental Health & Safety Vendors offering valuable resources • Free Haircuts 💇‍♂️💇‍♀️ • Yoga Sessions 🧘‍♂️🧘‍♀️ • Student Athlete Mental Health Discussions 🏅 • Managing and Living with Grief Sessions • Yoga, journaling & much more! This event is open to all students and families of Fredericksburg City Public Schools! Let’s come together to support one another and prioritize our well-being. 💬 Link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/wsHR6qud09

Last week, our JM students had an exciting opportunity to visit the University of Mary Washington! They toured the beautiful campus, connected with faculty and students, and learned about academic programs, student life, and the next steps in their educational journeys. It was an inspiring day full of new insights and possibilities! We're so proud of our students for exploring their futures with curiosity and enthusiasm. #JM #FutureEagles #CollegeVisit #UMW #Fredericksburg #students #adventure

Can you picture yourself in Spain? The interest meeting for the June 2026 trip to Spain has been moved to Thursday, March 20 in Room 126 at James Monroe High School. Please register here to attend: https://bit.ly/4jDfTJY