Spelling excellence on display! 📚✨
Congratulations to our Division Spelling Bee champions:
🥇 Liam Clark, First Place
🥈 Matthew Palko, Second Place
A special thank-you to all of our participants who made this year’s Division Spelling Bee such a success. Best of luck to Liam Clark as he represents FCPS at the Regional Spelling Bee later this month!
Congratulations to our Division Spelling Bee champions:
🥇 Liam Clark, First Place
🥈 Matthew Palko, Second Place
A special thank-you to all of our participants who made this year’s Division Spelling Bee such a success. Best of luck to Liam Clark as he represents FCPS at the Regional Spelling Bee later this month!
FCPS families and staff,
We are excited to have our students back in our school buildings tomorrow, Monday, February 9, with schools opening on time.
As we return, we ask everyone to continue using caution while traveling. Road conditions may still vary, so please allow extra time in the morning, drive carefully, and remain attentive when gathering at bus stops.
The safety of our students, families, and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued partnership as we resume our regular schedule on Monday, February 9.
We are excited to have our students back in our school buildings tomorrow, Monday, February 9, with schools opening on time.
As we return, we ask everyone to continue using caution while traveling. Road conditions may still vary, so please allow extra time in the morning, drive carefully, and remain attentive when gathering at bus stops.
The safety of our students, families, and staff remains our top priority. Thank you for your continued partnership as we resume our regular schedule on Monday, February 9.
Tigers! Are you ready for another amazingly fun Spirit Week? This week, we're celebrating and highlighting kindness! ☺️, let's endeavor to uplift and support one another, and be intentional with our kindness! 💕 love leads the way, and us Tigers love the fiercest! 🐯🥰
👀 Join us for Kids Day on the 10th as we support the Varsity Lady Jackets 🐝! See you there? 🐯
Our next level chefs gathered this Wednesday make pasta dishes with Ms. Poudrier! How lovely are they? 💕👨🍳👩🍳
Look at those ⭐️ players! Finesse is innate with our student-athletes 🐯
FCPS would like to welcome Mrs. Zuleyne Izquierdo into her new role as the District Coordinator for English Learner Programs and the Connection Resources Center. Mrs. Izquierdo previously served as an assistant principal at Hugh Mercer Elementary School.
She says, "This work is deeply personal to me. English is also my second language, and my own journey as a multilingual learner continues to shape how I view education, equity, and the importance of belonging in our schools."
In her role as District Coordinator for English Learner Programs, she partners closely with schools and departments to ensure strong, compliant, and student-centered English Learner programming. Her work focuses on instructional alignment, service delivery, monitoring, documentation, and professional collaboration so that multilingual learners have equitable access to high-quality instruction. She supports schools in navigating identification, services, assessment, and monitoring requirements while keeping students’ academic growth and language development at the center of every decision.
Through the Connection Resources Center, Mrs. Izquierdo works alongside a dedicated team that supports multilingual and newcomer families, where relationships and family engagement are at the heart of our efforts. Their goal is to support multilingual and newcomer students and families as they transition into our school community.
She says, "Together, we focus on building trust, strengthening communication, and helping families navigate school systems with confidence." The team also connects families to school and community resources so they feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to advocate for their children.
What Is the Connection Resource Center?
The Fredericksburg City Public Schools (FCPS) Connection Resources Center (CRC) serves as a centralized support hub for multilingual students and families transitioning into FCPS. Established in 2023 and housed at the Walker-Grant Center, the CRC operates under the Department of Teaching and Learning and is supervised by the Director of Student Programs.
The CRC’s mission is to strengthen family engagement, support student adjustment, and remove barriers to access by providing culturally and linguistically responsive support. The CRC team collaborates closely with schools, families, and community partners to assist with enrollment, communication, and connection to school and community resources, with a particular focus on supporting newcomer and multilingual families.
She says, "This work is deeply personal to me. English is also my second language, and my own journey as a multilingual learner continues to shape how I view education, equity, and the importance of belonging in our schools."
In her role as District Coordinator for English Learner Programs, she partners closely with schools and departments to ensure strong, compliant, and student-centered English Learner programming. Her work focuses on instructional alignment, service delivery, monitoring, documentation, and professional collaboration so that multilingual learners have equitable access to high-quality instruction. She supports schools in navigating identification, services, assessment, and monitoring requirements while keeping students’ academic growth and language development at the center of every decision.
Through the Connection Resources Center, Mrs. Izquierdo works alongside a dedicated team that supports multilingual and newcomer families, where relationships and family engagement are at the heart of our efforts. Their goal is to support multilingual and newcomer students and families as they transition into our school community.
She says, "Together, we focus on building trust, strengthening communication, and helping families navigate school systems with confidence." The team also connects families to school and community resources so they feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to advocate for their children.
What Is the Connection Resource Center?
The Fredericksburg City Public Schools (FCPS) Connection Resources Center (CRC) serves as a centralized support hub for multilingual students and families transitioning into FCPS. Established in 2023 and housed at the Walker-Grant Center, the CRC operates under the Department of Teaching and Learning and is supervised by the Director of Student Programs.
The CRC’s mission is to strengthen family engagement, support student adjustment, and remove barriers to access by providing culturally and linguistically responsive support. The CRC team collaborates closely with schools, families, and community partners to assist with enrollment, communication, and connection to school and community resources, with a particular focus on supporting newcomer and multilingual families.
Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
Families of students with disabilities, the latest bulletin from the Virginia Department of Education is now available. This edition includes important updates, resources, and information to support our students and families. View it here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/VADOE/bulletins/407569b
Families of students with disabilities, the latest bulletin from the Virginia Department of Education is now available. This edition includes important updates, resources, and information to support our students and families. View it here: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/VADOE/bulletins/407569b
Congratulations to our talented FCPS Students 2026 MLKing Art Contest winners 🏆sponsored by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity & hosted at the Fredericksburg Area Museum!
Job well done, Jacob, Rayah, and Dorothy 👏🏾
Happy National School Counseling Week!
Middle school is a time of big changes, and our counselors, Karish Johnson, Celeste Wilson, and Kimberly Cunningham, are there every step of the way. 🧡🖤
Through guidance, encouragement, and steady support, they help students navigate academics, relationships, and personal growth each day.
Middle school is a time of big changes, and our counselors, Karish Johnson, Celeste Wilson, and Kimberly Cunningham, are there every step of the way. 🧡🖤
Through guidance, encouragement, and steady support, they help students navigate academics, relationships, and personal growth each day.
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.
Happy National School Counseling Week!
We’re proud to recognize our incredible high school counselors, Holly Botkin, Kasine Conway, Kate Gonzales, and Caitlin Cummings. 🧡🖤
Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally make a lasting impact every day.
Stay tuned as we continue highlighting our magnificent school counselors throughout the week!
We’re proud to recognize our incredible high school counselors, Holly Botkin, Kasine Conway, Kate Gonzales, and Caitlin Cummings. 🧡🖤
Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students academically, socially, and emotionally make a lasting impact every day.
Stay tuned as we continue highlighting our magnificent school counselors throughout the week!
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. 🖤✨
In continuing to "support the girls," we would like to invite you all to our Let the Love Flow event on February 11th, hosted at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, 💓! This event centers community, and will highlight the importance of collaboration! In the event of inclement weather, we will reschedule to 2/18 🥰. You ready!? 💕💕💕
Good morning, Tigers!
How purrfect would it be to have you all join us tomorrow in supporting our girls through our Chipotle fundraiser!? The rules are simple. Show up and present this flyer (physically or digitally), or use our online code: KABYEGB when checking out! 🎗️🐅🖤
❄️ 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!
All aboard! 🚉
How exciting is it that the Great Train Race is upon us? FCPS families, join us in preparation for what always turns out to be an amazingly joyous event and celebration! A huge thank you to the sponsors for their support. Let's show how quick Tigers are; ready? 🐅
Throwback!? On January 17th, some of our WGMS band students auditioned for the District 15 middle school all-district band. Congratulations to the following students for making one of the 2 bands:
Caroline Obert, 2nd chair clarinet for symphonic band
Matthew Palko, 4th chair saxophone for symphonic band
Vivienne Furrow, 2nd saxophone for concert band
and Liam Clark, alternate french horn!
Congratulations to our super successful kiddos! 🎶🎺🎻🎼🐯
