Tea Time: FCPS News for July 27

Our 2026 Summer Scholars wrapped up a great summer of learning with a special closing ceremony on Thursday, July 23. Families enjoyed a showcase of student work, a video celebrating their hard work across all grade levels, and the presentation of certificates. We are so proud of everything our scholars accomplished their summer and grateful to the teachers and staff who made the program possible.

School supply lists for the 2026-27 school year are now available online. Make sure to check what your student needs ahead of the upcoming tax-free back-to-school weekend!

The Fredericksburg City Public School Board has officially approved new start and end times for the 2026-27 school year. As we get ready to return to school, please review the updated schedule:

Preschool: No Change

Elementary: 8:55 AM - 3:45 PM

Middle: 8:05 AM - 3:05 PM

Transition Day for kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade students will be on August 11. All other students begin school on August 12. We can't wait to welcome everyone back and hope you'll take a moment to click the link below for some important back-to-school updates.

All student athletes at Walker-Grant Middle School and James Monroe High School have a completed VHSL physical form on file, dated within the last 14 months. Forms must be signed by a licensed physician and include all required sections.

As we prepared for the upcoming school year, we want to remind families that Virginia law requires certain immunizations for students entering kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade. Routine immunizations are one of the best ways to keep children healthy, prevent illness from spreading in schools, and support uninterrupted learning throughout the year. If your child is due for required immunizations, now is a great time to schedule an appointment.

Families can schedule FREE school immunizations by calling the Fredericksburg Department of Health at (540) 899-4142.

The 2026-27 Instructional Calendar reflects a thoughtful balance of instructional time, scheduled breaks, and professional learning days designed to support student success and family planning. We encourage families and staff to review the calendar as they begin looking ahead to the upcoming school year.

We know that all families can benefit from a helping hand from time to time, whether it's connecting with local services, finding activities for kids, or learning about programs that make life a little easier. Our community is fortunate to have many wonderful organizations and resources available to support families in a variety of ways. Below, you'll find information about local programs and services that may be helpful to you and your family. We encourage everyone to explore these resources—many offer valuable support that can benefit families at any stage.

We want to thank School Social Worker Cat Eicke for compiling these incredible resources and helping connect our families with the support and services that strengthen our entire FCPS community!