James Monroe High School

Happy National School Social Work Week! A dedicated time to acknowledge the indispensable contributions of our remarkable school social workers. These dedicated individuals are the architects of empathy crafting bridges between students, administrators, teachers, parents, and the wider community.

JM’s Minor, Ellis honored by region after stellar season Click👉 https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2024/03/04/jms-minor-ellis-honored-by-region-after-stellar-season/

Next Saturday, March 9th, ISTG-FXBG is hosting a fundraiser at Panda Express-Central Park. 20% of the profits after the first $100 will be donated to ISTG-FXBG . You must show the flyer (attached) when you order in-store or use the online code if ordering online. To learn more about ISTG-FXBG click here 👉 http://www.isupporthegirls.org/

I Am Royalty is hosting a Free Prom Dress and Free Tuxedo Rental Event on March 11th at the Fredericksburg Expo Center. The event is called, "The Cinderella & Prince Charming Experience". They want to be a blessing to as many young ladies and gentlemen as possible so stop by if you need something to wear.

French II students bringing the excitement! 🤩 They cracked codes, solved puzzles, and unlocked the magic in their breakout box challenge! 🗝️🔓 Language learning has never been this thrilling! #FrenchFun #BreakoutBoxSuccess #UnlockingLanguages

So proud of our amazing DECA team! Sixty-four students brought their A-game to Virginia Beach this weekend and represented us with class and style. From networking to presentations, they truly shined. Their hard work pays off! #DECA #TeamSpirit #Professionalism

🗓️Kindergarten Registration Night Mark your calendars for Kindergarten Registration Night Hugh Mercer: April 11, 5 PM - 7 PM Lafayette: April 16, 5 PM - 7 PM See the flyer for more information.

🎤 What an absolute SHOWSTOPPING performance by our incredible choir at this morning's Assessment! 🎉Their dedication and hard work have truly paid off, and we couldn't be more thrilled! 🎶 Men's Choir: Stage Performance: Excellent Sightreading: Superior Overall: EXCELLENT rating Women's Choir: Stage Performance: Superior Sightreading: Excellent Overall: SUPERIOR Rating. A massive high-five to every choir member for bringing your A-game and creating musical magic together! 🙌 Let the celebrations begin! 🥳🎊 #ChoirTriumph #VocalVibes #SuperiorSounds

March Madness Scheduling Update ALERT Game 1: James Monroe vs. Lafayette, Thursday, March 21, 6 PM, @JMHS Game 2: Hugh Mercer vs. Walker-Grant, Thursday, March 28, 6 PM, @JMHS Championship Game: Wednesday, April 3, 6 PM, @ JMHS Click👉 https://www.fxbgschools.us/article/1465506

Congratulations to the JMHS Robotics team who participated in the Innovation Challenge at Dahlgren event this past weekend, March 1 and 2. The team members were Kayla Gullage, Harmony Jones, Alfred Kley, Jacob LaBarge, and Adam Lin. The team applied their STEM skills as they designed and programmed a robot to navigate a course and complete various missions. The team earned perfect scores for their computer code and their presentation to the judges. They won a Raspberry Pi (a computer the size of a credit card), which will be used by the team in years to come.

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Lake Taylor ends James Monroe’s postseason run Click here 👉 https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2024/03/01/lake-taylor-ends-james-monroes-postseason-run/ ❤️🐝JMHS Boys Basketball 🏀 Team! What an amazing basketball season and the team members and coaches demonstrated the true essence of Teamwork! Congratulations and thank you to all! 👏 We love ❤️ our JMHS Yellow Jackets 🐝 Enjoy your weekend!

Help Us Celebrate Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day. Our maintenance workers are beyond amazing! They handle everything from lawn care, HVAC, masonry, plumbing, snow removal, construction projects, and more.

Thank you Lifepoint Church for coming through with travel meals for the boys' basketball trip to the States. Chick-fil-A for the ride down and snack bags for the ride home.

VSBA SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION MONTH Meet School Board Member Katie Pomeroy. Mrs. Pomeroy was elected to the Fredericksburg City School Board in 2018. She has served in leadership positions on the Hugh Mercer PTA, the Lafayette PTA, Cub Scout Pack 802, and the College Heights Swim Team. Mrs. Pomeroy believes that a quality public education can be the foundation of a lifelong love of learning. #VSBASchoolBoardAppreciationMonth @VirginiaSchoolBoardsAssociation

VSBA SCHOOL BOARD APPRECIATION MONTH Meet School Board Member Malvina Kay Ms. Kay has been appointed and elected to the Fredericksburg City School Board since 1991. During her tenure she has served as Chairman and Vice Chairman numerous times. As a member of the board, she has had a direct impact on improving the academic achievements of all children. Ms. Kay has made it her goal to promote stewardship amongst all educators. #VSBASchoolBoardAppreciationMonth @VirginiaSchoolBoardsAssociation

Parents, family members, and community members... if you are interested in purchasing an ad in the school yearbook the deadline for both Senior and Business ads is Sunday, March 17. Ads & yearbooks can be purchased here: yearbookforever.com/schools/james_monroe_high_school_buy_yearbook_371/R9Elcg6pIfstLjDFDWv7HWq4

James Monroe books trip to state semifinals with a well-rounded rout Read the full article here 👉https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2024/02/27/james-monroe-books-trip-to-state-semifinals-with-rout-at-home/

Huge congratulations to the incredibly talented and dedicated Logan Conner for being named February's Optimist Student of the Month! From being a leader in multiple clubs to excelling on the track and basketball court, Logan embodies what it means to be a well-rounded student. She is the SCA Senior Class President, Drama Club President, NHS member, JM Ambassador member, Key Club member, Monroe Singer and so much more. She is excelling in school as well, her grades have kept her on the President's Honor Roll for 4 years. When she is not at school she volunteers for the Food Bank, FAM, Animal Shelter, Big Time Hoops, and more. She plans to attend a 4-year university in the Fall, majoring in Architecture with a minor in Theatre. We can't wait to see all the amazing things she will accomplish in the future! Keep shining bright, Logan! #StudentOfTheMonth #MultiTalented #FutureArchitect

Celebrating Women's History Month in March, the Writing Center is sponsoring a poetry contest: Haiku for Her!! Submit three original haiku under one title honoring the women in your life or women from history. Submit haiku to Mr. Conway by March 22!