
FCPS school administrators toured the new middle school building with construction partners. The background view is the second floor looking into the central courtyard.


The Super Cat Bus Cell Phone Awareness & Book Distribution Tour
The Super Cat Bus will be on the road July 23, 24, 25. Stop by for a sweet treat and helpful resources to prepare for the upcoming school year. Click on the link below to find a location near you.
https://www.fxbgschools.us/article/1679894


Please consider completing the City of Fredericksburg's Comprehensive Plan Survey.
https://fxbg.link/FXBGCompPlanSurvey
The City is seeking responses from anyone who lives, works, recreates, dines, and visits the city to participate in the survey and provide feedback. The survey asks a number of questions about your experience of Fredericksburg, which the City will consider as they build their upcoming Comprehensive Plan.
Students—you can & should participate too! This is a 30-year plan, and many of you will be living and working here in 30 years. Please provide your feedback!


FCPS WILL BE CLOSED on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.


📰FXBG Advance
Two Local School Divisions Propose Cell Phone Bans
Fredericksburg and Caroline look at going "phone free."
👉https://fxbg.link/4bTPMdl


CAREER FAIR
Tomorrow, June 4, 2024; 3PM-6PM
Licensed teachers, prospective career-switchers and anyone wondering about pathways to a career in education are welcomed! Preregistration preferred. Same day walk-on welcomed.
Click here to register 👉https://fxbg.link/JobFair


🍴SUMMER FOOD SERVICE 🍴
The Fredericksburg City Public Schools Summer Food Service Program runs June 10, 2024, through July 19, 2024. All children, ages 1 through 18, are eligible. Please note that parents are not permitted to pick up meals. All children must be present to receive a meal and must eat the meal on-location.
Visit our website for location and times: https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/summer-food-service-program


Hello Summer! 🌞
While school is out for summer, here are some mental health resources for your student and family!
Call or text 988 from your phone to contact the National Suicide Hotline!
Call 540-373-6876 for the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board (RACSB) 24/7 emergency services line!
To schedule outpatient counseling appointments, visit or call: 600 Jackson Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Phone: 540-373-3223
For additional resources: Call 211 from your phone or visit www.findhelp.org.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools cannot endorse any one specific agency in our community, however the resources listed above are available to the citizens of 22401.


CAREER FAIR
Tuesday, June 4, 2024; 3PM-6PM
Licensed teachers, prospective career-switchers and anyone wondering about pathways to a career in education are welcomed! Preregistration preferred. Same day walk-on welcomed.
Click here to register 👉https://fxbg.link/JobFair


Summer Food Service Program Calendar
Click here👉 https://fxbgadvance.com/summer-food-service-program-calendar/


Virginia Department of Education sent this bulletin on May 9, 2024.
Dr. Lisa Coons, Superintendent of Public Instruction spoke to her visit with Fredericksburg City Public Schools. Click on the link below.
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/VADOE/bulletins/39b7d5e


Find the Good in Every Day!
Positive thinking can have many impacts on your mental health. Research shows that when we focus on the good, we are able to better cope with everyday challenges. Take a few minutes each day next week to focus on the positive.
Monday- Make a list of 5 things you are grateful for today.
Tuesday- Practice positive self-talk.
Wednesday- Start a conversation about mental health. Need an example of where to start, ask your family "Has anything happened recently that made you feel happy, sad, or worried?"
Thursday- Drink some water! Our bodies are made up mostly of water and it is vital to keep us hydrated and healthy.
Friday- Take a break from screens (cell phones, computers, TV's, etc.). Enjoy fresh air or play a game as a family!


REMINDER: There is no school for students Monday, May 13, 2024.


Planning for Three Elementary Schools
https://fxbgadvance.substack.com/p/beginning-to-plan-for-three-elementary?r=22ibfp&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true


Calendar Update Monday, May 13, 2024, will change from an instructional day for students to a professional development day for faculty and staff. Faculty and staff will use this valuable time for critical planning for a new curriculum the division is implementing during the 2024-2025 school year.


MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Did you know that 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health condition this year? Stay tuned all month long for tips to support your family's mental health.
Green is the official color for mental health awareness, representing hope and renewal. Join Fredericksburg City Public Schools by wearing green on Tuesday, May 14th.


Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Stop by any cafeteria to watch school nutrition professionals prepare healthy meals for students-all the while adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile- and you'll see they are true heroes.
This is the reason we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day every year on the first Friday in May. This annual observance is a chance to showcase what a difference school nutrition professionals make in the lives of every child who comes through the cafeteria.


Mark your calendars!
James Monroe vs Eastern View - Girls Varsity Lacrosse- 05/06/2024 Live & On Demand
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/james-monroe-high-school-fredericksburg-va/gam12311ad4d0


Today, Fredericksburg City Public Schools celebrates the dedication and hard work of our principals and assistant principals. Their leadership and service to our families, staff, and community are truly commendable. We appreciate their invaluable contributions and efforts!










FCPS families have one week left to register their elementary students (K-5) for the Superintendent’s Summer Scholars Program. The deadline to register is May 6.
https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/summer-programs
