We loved seeing students dive into the Electives Fair during their lunch waves last week. It was an awesome chance to check out all the amazing CTE, music, art, and language courses we offer. Don’t forget—course registration for the 2025-2026 school year kicks off this week! #ElectivesFair #CTE #Music #Art #Languages #FutureReady
🎉 Countdown to the Mental Health, Wellness & Safety Fair! 🎉
We’re just a few months away from an event dedicated to helping you prioritize your well-being and safety! 🧘♀️📓
Here’s what you can look forward to:
✨ Breakout Sessions Highlight: Journaling – Discover how to express your thoughts and manage stress through writing.
✨ Breakout Sessions Highlight: Yoga – Relax and rejuvenate with a session designed to enhance both your mental and physical health.
✨ Safety Topics – Gain practical tips to stay safe and secure in all aspects of life.
Mark your calendars for May 10th and get ready for a day of learning, self-care, and connection. Stay tuned for more updates—and don’t forget to register today! 💙
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/wsHR6qud09
Reminder: There is no school for students on Monday, January 20, 2025.
🎉 Countdown to the Mental Health, Wellness & Safety Fair! 🎉
We’re just a few months away from an event dedicated to helping you prioritize your well-being and safety! 🧘♀️📓
Here’s what you can look forward to:
✨ Breakout Sessions Highlight: Journaling – Discover how to express your thoughts and manage stress through writing.
✨ Breakout Sessions Highlight: Yoga – Relax and rejuvenate with a session designed to enhance both your mental and physical health.
✨ Safety Topics – Gain practical tips to stay safe and secure in all aspects of life.
Mark your calendars for May 10th and get ready for a day of learning, self-care, and connection. Stay tuned for more updates—and don’t forget to register today! 💙
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/wsHR6qud09
🌟 Meet Ms. Massey, Our Amazing School Social Worker and Mental Health Taskforce Co-Chair! 🌟
Ms. Massey says she chose social work because, “I knew I wanted to help people, and social work allows me to support not just individuals, but their entire network. My passion for school social work comes from working directly with students — it’s truly my favorite part of the job!” 💙
She believes mental health is critical, especially in schools. Our students deserve to feel safe both mentally and physically every single day. When they feel supported, they can thrive and truly enjoy their time as students. 🧠💪
Fun Fact: Ms. Massey is a huge fan of college basketball, especially the Virginia Cavaliers! 🏀
🌟 Happy Virginia School Principals Appreciation Week! 🌟
This week, we celebrate the outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment of the principals who make a difference in the lives of our students every day. Thank you for creating a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where students can thrive.
To our incredible principals in Fredericksburg City Public Schools, we are so grateful for all you do to lead, support, and guide our school communities. Your passion for education and unwavering dedication to our students is truly appreciated. 🙌🎓
#VAPrincipalsAppreciationWeek #ThankYouPrincipals #FredericksburgCityPublicSchools #LeadingWithHeart
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be on time tomorrow, Monday, January 13.
We look forward to seeing our students and families.
Congratulations to our amazing JMHS Fashion students on their incredible win against Spotsylvania Fashion students this past December!
Your hard work, creativity, and style shone through, and we couldn’t be prouder of your achievement. Keep slaying the fashion game and inspiring us all with your talent!
#JMHSFashion #StudentSuccess #CreativityUnleashed #GoJackets
✨UPCOMING CAREER FAIR! ✨
FCPS is holding a career fair on Saturday, January 25, at 210 Ferdinand Street. Fredericksburg, Va. 22401.
9 AM – 12 PM
This career fair is for licensed teachers and anyone interested in learning about pathways to a career in education. Preregistration is preferred; however, walk-ins are also welcomed.
📆Date: January 25, 2025
⏰Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
🚩Location: Fredericksburg City Public Schools Central Office, 210 Ferdinand Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ Human Resources staff will be available to provide an overview of the teaching profession, discuss various routes to obtaining teacher licensure, and answer questions.
If you’re interested in attending, please register by using the link below.
https://fxbg.link/fcpsjobfair
Please contact Human Resources at (540)372-1130 for additional information.
#teachfxbg
2025 Writing Contest: Innovating Smarter
This contest is sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering and the theme this year is Innovating Smarter. Students will write a piece describing a common object they would make “smart” and explain what it would do, how it would help people, and what could go wrong. The contest is open to all students, of any gender, in grades 3-12 and the deadline is February 1. See more information on the EngineerGirl website.
👉https://www.engineergirl.org/154382/2025-Writing-Contest-Innovating-Smarter
✨UPCOMING CAREER FAIR! ✨
FCPS is holding a career fair on Saturday, January 25, at 210 Ferdinand Street. Fredericksburg, Va. 22401.
9 AM – 12 PM
This career fair is for licensed teachers and anyone interested in learning about pathways to a career in education. Preregistration is preferred; however, walk-ins are also welcomed.
📆Date: January 25, 2025
⏰Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
🚩Location: Fredericksburg City Public Schools Central Office, 210 Ferdinand Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ Human Resources staff will be available to provide an overview of the teaching profession, discuss various routes to obtaining teacher licensure, and answer questions.
If you’re interested in attending, please register by using the link below.
https://fxbg.link/fcpsjobfair
Please contact Human Resources at (540)372-1130 for additional information.
#teachfxbg
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be closed Thursday, January 9 due to poor road conditions and low temperatures that continue to maintain icy travels. While our maintenance department has been hard at work to clear parking lots and sidewalks, some of these remain questionable due to melting and expected refreezing. There are roads in the surrounding area that remain in poor condition making travel difficult if not hazardous.
Essential workers should report at 8AM.
12-month employees should report at 10AM.
Teachers and certificated employees (not 12-month) will have a flexible workday on Thursday and may either work remotely or work at the school building beginning at 10AM.
Anyone who reports should be cautious and take great care while both driving and entering buildings. Safety is always a number one concern.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 7. Buildings will not be open as parking lots and sidewalks are being addressed.
Essential personnel will be notified by their supervisor regarding report times.
The reason for this decision is hazardous road conditions as well as uncertain weather.
We will continue to monitor conditions and communicate any changes with you.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will extend winter break by one day.
This means all buildings will be closed on Monday, January 6.
Tuesday, January 7 will be a staff workday.
Students will report to school on Wednesday, January 8.
Essential personnel will be notified by their supervisor regarding report times.
The reason for this decision is the timing of snowfall and possible sleet or freezing rain with regard to our ability to safely address hazardous conditions from parking lots and sidewalks. Safety is always our top priority.
We know that anything can change. We will continue to monitor weather, road conditions, as well as parking lots and sidewalks with regard to school opening. We will be in contact with you should we need to further adjust schedules.
REMINDER: School Start Times Survey Closes Tomorrow
👉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.
Resources on adolescent sleep needs and school start times are available here: https://fxbg.link/schoolstart
As we step into the new year, we want to take a moment to show our appreciation for our incredible Student Ambassadors. This dedicated group of students goes above and beyond to positively promote James Monroe.
Volunteering their time and talents, they serve as liaisons between our current JM community and prospective students, warmly welcoming families and showcasing all that makes JM special. You’ll find them at campus events, proudly representing Yellow Jacket pride and making lasting connections.
Through their role, they also gain valuable skills in communication, public relations, marketing, and more—preparing for success beyond JM.
We’re so thankful for our Student Ambassadors and all they do to highlight the spirit and excellence of James Monroe.
#Ambassadors #StudentSuccess #Appreciation #RoleModels #JM #NewYear
❤️JMHS 🐝 Swim 🏊♀️ Team! Go Jackets!
#throwbackthursday
As we reflect with gratitude this time of year, we’re thrilled to celebrate an incredible achievement to kick off the new year! Fine Swain soared to victory at States with an outstanding long jump of 17 ft 9 inches, making JM Athletics so proud.
We’re also thankful for Dick’s Sporting Goods, who recognized our track team’s success with a generous check this October after the team brought home the state championship!
Here’s to celebrating our student-athletes’ hard work and starting the year with pride and gratitude.
#GoJackets #StateChamps #TrackAndField #LongJump #DicksSportingGoods #NewYear #Gratitude
Students in Ms. Loo and Ms. Ms. Gillie’s class brought the holiday spirit to life with a gingerbread house contest! From frosted roofs to candy cane fences, the creativity was off the charts.
#HolidayCheer #Gingerbread #StudentCreativity #WinterFun #JM
