🌟 Meet Ms. Wilson and Ms. Schooler, your Walker-Grant Youth Mental Health Taskforce Leaders! 🌟 The Fredericksburg City Public Schools Youth Mental Health Taskforce is a diverse group of middle and high school students who have come together to raise awareness about mental health issues within their school community. The youth taskforce is working on a variety of initiatives, including hosting workshops, creating informational materials, and organizing events aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. Ms. Wilson, a school counselor at Walker-Grant Middle School, supports students’ academic, emotional, and career growth. She’s passionate about helping them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Ms. Schooler, now teaching art at Walker-Grant Middle School after seven years of teaching English, is excited to help students express themselves creatively. Ms. Wilson believes mental health is key to success. She’s seen how it impacts students' learning and provides a safe, supportive space for them to thrive. Ms. Schooler stresses the importance of speaking up about mental health and encourages students to share their feelings and prioritize self-care. Fun facts: • Ms. Wilson is a proud Swiftie and saw Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour three times! 🎶 • Ms. Schooler recently started crocheting and loves making amigurumi while listening to audiobooks! 🧶
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
🌟 Meet Ms. Wilson and Ms. Schooler, your Walker-Grant Youth Mental Health Taskforce Leaders! 🌟 The Fredericksburg City Public Schools Youth Mental Health Taskforce is a diverse group of middle and high school students who have come together to raise awareness about mental health issues within their school community. The youth taskforce is working on a variety of initiatives, including hosting workshops, creating informational materials, and organizing events aimed at reducing the stigma surrounding mental health. Ms. Wilson, a school counselor at Walker-Grant Middle School, supports students’ academic, emotional, and career growth. She’s passionate about helping them overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Ms. Schooler, now teaching art at Walker-Grant Middle School after seven years of teaching English, is excited to help students express themselves creatively. Ms. Wilson believes mental health is key to success. She’s seen how it impacts students' learning and provides a safe, supportive space for them to thrive. Ms. Schooler stresses the importance of speaking up about mental health and encourages students to share their feelings and prioritize self-care. Fun facts: • Ms. Wilson is a proud Swiftie and saw Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour three times! 🎶 • Ms. Schooler recently started crocheting and loves making amigurumi while listening to audiobooks! 🧶
Due to incoming weather conditions, Kindergarten Registration has been postponed. Please spread the word. A new registration date will be announced soon.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Due to incoming weather conditions, Kindergarten Registration has been postponed. Please spread the word. A new registration date will be announced soon.
Due to the current weather advisory as well as uncertain weather conditions, FCPS will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19 on Code Blue/Remote Learning Day. Students should not report to school but should participate in teacher-planned learning opportunities. Students should work remotely. Some students received at-home learning packets while other students will complete work on Canvas or another online platform. If families have questions, please contact your student’s teacher on ParentSquare. All employees should work from home while essential workers should contact their supervisor for report times. Again, tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19 is a remote learning day with all staff working from home. Essential staff will need to report later in the day upon speaking with their supervisor.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Due to the current weather advisory as well as uncertain weather conditions, FCPS will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19 on Code Blue/Remote Learning Day. Students should not report to school but should participate in teacher-planned learning opportunities. Students should work remotely. Some students received at-home learning packets while other students will complete work on Canvas or another online platform. If families have questions, please contact your student’s teacher on ParentSquare. All employees should work from home while essential workers should contact their supervisor for report times. Again, tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19 is a remote learning day with all staff working from home. Essential staff will need to report later in the day upon speaking with their supervisor. Thank you.
Don't forget to join us this Friday, February 21 at 12:00, for our Lunch and Learn on Teaching Emotions and Empathy to Children. We hope to see you there! #FCPS#PreschoolPrograms#Penguins#PositiveParentingSeries
2 months ago, Preschool Programs
Positive Parenting Series
JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Students and families are invited to join us for two exciting evenings to explore a wide range of community partners, participate in engaging hands-on demonstrations, and gain valuable insights into the educational pathways for the 2025-2026 school year. ✏️For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, please see the details below for your Night of Pathways: Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Walker-Grant Middle School ✏️For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students, your Night of Pathways details are as follows: Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: James Monroe High School Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and the community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you want to become a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Students and families are invited to join us for two exciting evenings to explore a wide range of community partners, participate in engaging hands-on demonstrations, and gain valuable insights into the educational pathways for the 2025-2026 school year. ✏️For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, please see the details below for your Night of Pathways: Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Walker-Grant Middle School ✏️For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students, your Night of Pathways details are as follows: Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: James Monroe High School Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and the community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you want to become a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.
📰Wheeler to serve as interim principal at Hugh Mercer Elementary📰 https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2025/02/14/wheeler-to-serve-as-interim-principal-at-hugh-mercer-elementary/
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
📰Wheeler to serve as interim principal at Hugh Mercer Elementary📰 https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2025/02/14/wheeler-to-serve-as-interim-principal-at-hugh-mercer-elementary/
Reminder: Schools are closed on Monday, February 17, 2025.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Reminder: Schools are closed on Monday, February 17, 2025.
Families let's show some love this Valentine's Day for our teachers & staff! Let's tell them how awesome they are with some Penguin Praise! Provide some quick shout outs or words of encouragement for us to share with them. Scan the QR code for click the following link to share! https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=nOtJEi86KECeR4iL0tXrz8UrOwdiO0BGslAnWEa6ULRURjFTSjJQWUtBT0I1Qkg5SU9KSkNPOEU0Ty4u&origin=QRCode&qrcodeorigin=presentation&route=shorturl
2 months ago, Preschool Programs
Penguin Praise
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 14. The forecast suggests below freezing temperatures this evening and into the morning which will make invisible ice a significant possibility tomorrow morning on area roads. Out of an abundance of caution, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 14. This will provide us time to reassess, as necessary, in the morning. Again, we apologize for the late notification. Our intent is to give families and staff sufficient notice this evening and not wait until morning to make a decision and notify our community.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
We apologize for the late notification. Fredericksburg City Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 14. The forecast suggests below freezing temperatures this evening and into the morning which will make invisible ice a significant possibility tomorrow morning on area roads. Out of an abundance of caution, we will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Friday, February 14. This will provide us time to reassess, as necessary, in the morning. Again, we apologize for the late notification. Our intent is to give families and staff sufficient notice this evening and not wait until morning to make a decision and notify our community. Fredericksburg City Public Schools
🚀 We're Ready for Kindergarten Take-Off🚀 If you have a child entering Kindergarten next year or know someone who does, it's time to get ready for take-off! Registration for Kindergarten and Kindercamp at Fredericksburg City Public Schools is open. 🏫 🔑 What to bring: ‣Original Birth Certificate or Passport ‣Parent/Guardian Photo ID ‣Proof of City Residency (e.g., utility bill or lease) ‣Immunization Record & School Entrance Physical Exam ‣Completed Registration Forms (available online) 📞 Need help or more info? 🔗https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/new-student-registration Contact FCPS Registrar, Camm Taylor 📧 ataylor@cityschools.com 📱 540-940-8380 Don’t miss the chance to get your child ready for an exciting school year! 🎒✏️ #FCPS #KindergartenRegistration #ReadyForKindergarten #FCPS2024 Share this post; tag your friends; and spread the word!
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
🚀 We're Ready for Kindergarten Take-Off🚀 If you have a child entering Kindergarten next year or know someone who does, it's time to get ready for take-off! Registration for Kindergarten and Kindercamp at Fredericksburg City Public Schools is open. 🏫 🔑 What to bring: ‣Original Birth Certificate or Passport ‣Parent/Guardian Photo ID ‣Proof of City Residency (e.g., utility bill or lease) ‣Immunization Record & School Entrance Physical Exam ‣Completed Registration Forms (available online) 🌟 Attend any registration event, no matter your school zone! 📞 Need help or more info? 🔗https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/new-student-registration Contact FCPS Registrar, Camm Taylor 📧 ataylor@cityschools.com 📱 540-940-8380 Don’t miss the chance to get your child ready for an exciting school year! 🎒✏️ #FCPS #KindergartenRegistration #ReadyForKindergarten #FCPS2024 Share this post; tag your friends; and spread the word!
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 13. City roads and FCPS parking lots appear to be in excellent condition. We expect the coming rain and warmer temperatures to help melt the snow. Out of an abundance of caution, this should provide both safe travel times and the opportunity for us to re-assess, as necessary, in the morning.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 13. City roads and FCPS parking lots appear to be in excellent condition. We expect the coming rain and warmer temperatures to help melt the snow. Out of an abundance of caution, this should provide both safe travel times and the opportunity for us to re-assess, as necessary, in the morning.
Fredericksburg City Public School buildings will be closed on Wednesday, February 12. Essential personnel should contact their supervisor regarding report times.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Fredericksburg City Public School buildings will be closed on Wednesday, February 12. Essential personnel should contact their supervisor regarding report times.
Our next SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) Meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2025, on Zoom from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. We will be voting on officers and discussing the 2025 priorities. Contact your school's special education liaison for additional questions or the Zoom link to join the meeting.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Our next SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) Meeting is scheduled for February 13, 2025, on Zoom from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. We will be voting on officers and discussing the 2025 priorities. Contact your school's special education liaison for additional questions or the Zoom link to join the meeting.
Due to the Winter Storm Warning issued in our area, Fredericksburg City Public School buildings will be closed Tuesday, February 11. Essential personnel should contact their supervisor regarding report times.
2 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Due to the Winter Storm Warning issued in our area, Fredericksburg City Public School buildings will be closed Tuesday, February 11. Essential personnel should contact their supervisor regarding report times.
JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Students and families are invited to join us for two exciting evenings to explore a wide range of community partners, participate in engaging hands-on demonstrations, and gain valuable insights into the educational pathways for the 2025-2026 school year. ✏️For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, please see the details below for your Night of Pathways: Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Walker-Grant Middle School ✏️For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students, your Night of Pathways details are as follows: Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: James Monroe High School Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and the community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you want to become a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.
3 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Students and families are invited to join us for two exciting evenings to explore a wide range of community partners, participate in engaging hands-on demonstrations, and gain valuable insights into the educational pathways for the 2025-2026 school year. ✏️For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, please see the details below for your Night of Pathways: Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Walker-Grant Middle School ✏️For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students, your Night of Pathways details are as follows: Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: James Monroe High School Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and the community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you want to become a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.
🧡 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 🧡 Together, we can raise awareness and support the fight against teen dating violence. This month, let’s stand united to create safe and healthy relationships for everyone. 👉 Wear Orange on February 11 to show your support and help raise awareness. Let's spark conversations, break the silence, and support those affected by dating violence. 🧡 Orange symbolizes a brighter future, one free from violence. We are stronger when we stand together. If you or someone you know is experiencing teen dating violence, help is available. Here are some resources for support: 📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) https://www.thehotline.org/ 📱 Loveisrespect (For teens and young adults) Text "LOVEIS" to 22522 https://www.loveisrespect.org/ 🏠 Empowerhouse (Fredericksburg, VA) 24/7 Hotline: 540-373-9373 https://www.empowerhouseva.org/
3 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
🧡 February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 🧡 Together, we can raise awareness and support the fight against teen dating violence. This month, let’s stand united to create safe and healthy relationships for everyone. 👉 Wear Orange on February 11 to show your support and help raise awareness. Let's spark conversations, break the silence, and support those affected by dating violence. 🧡 Orange symbolizes a brighter future, one free from violence. We are stronger when we stand together. If you or someone you know is experiencing teen dating violence, help is available. Here are some resources for support: 📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) https://www.thehotline.org/ 📱 Loveisrespect (For teens and young adults) Text "LOVEIS" to 22522 https://www.loveisrespect.org/ 🏠 Empowerhouse (Fredericksburg, VA) 24/7 Hotline: 540-373-9373 https://www.empowerhouseva.org/
📰Youth Mental Health Task Force schools legislators on issues facing students📰 👉https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2025/02/07/youth-mental-health-task-force-schools-legislators-on-issues-facing-students/
3 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Youth Mental Health Task Force schools legislators on issues facing students
🎉 We’re still a little ways away, but we’ve got something exciting in the works... the mascot reveal! 🎉 #MascotReveal #StayTuned #ExcitementInTheAir #GladysWestInTheMaking
3 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Gladys West Elementary School Fredericksburg City Public Schools The Navigators Opening July 2025
JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Students and families are invited to join us for two exciting evenings to explore a wide range of community partners, participate in engaging hands-on demonstrations, and gain valuable insights into the educational pathways for the 2025-2026 school year. ✏️For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, please see the details below for your Night of Pathways: Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Walker-Grant Middle School ✏️For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students, your Night of Pathways details are as follows: Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: James Monroe High School Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and the community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you want to become a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.
3 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways
🍎📚 February is School Board Appreciation Month in Virginia, and we want to take a moment to thank the dedicated members of our School Board! Your commitment to our students' and schools' success and well-being is inspiring, and your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. We appreciate everything you do to make Fredericksburg City Public Schools a great place for our students, staff, and families! #VSBASchoolBoardAppreciationMonth Click the link below to learn more about our school board members. 🎥https://youtu.be/VYFSxguecgc
3 months ago, Fredericksburg City Public Schools
🍎📚 February is School Board Appreciation Month in Virginia, and we want to take a moment to thank the dedicated members of our School Board! Your commitment to our students' and schools' success and well-being is inspiring, and your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. We appreciate everything you do to make Fredericksburg City Public Schools a great place for our students, staff, and families! #VSBASchoolBoardAppreciationMonth