
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16 due to current weather conditions and uncertain weather forecasts for the morning that include freezing rain or ice that could impact safe travel.
Employees are on Code Red. Essential workers should report at 10am.


Please be aware that we will be updating our website this Friday, January 12th through Monday, January 15th. Our website may experience some downtime during this process. We're anticipating that the new website will be functioning as it should by Tuesday, January 16th.


Please be aware that we will be updating our website this Friday, January 12th through Monday, January 15th. Our website may experience some downtime during this process. We're anticipating that the new website will be functioning as it should by Tuesday, January 16th.


The Boys JV basketball game is off to a good start... we hope you're here too cheer them on! Varsity plays next!






Please be aware that we will be updating our website this Friday, January 12th through Monday, January 15th. Our website may experience some downtime during this process. We're anticipating that the new website will be functioning as it should by Tuesday, January 16th.


Raising a toast with a glass of wellness.🥛🎉 Whether it's soy, organic, or regular, milk holds a special place in our hearts! Celebrating sweet, creamy goodness on this #NationalMilkDay! Stay healthy, stay strong. 💪 #LoveForMilk #MilkLife🙌




The Giving Tree, located behind the gym, will be open on Thursday mornings from 7:10-7:35. Students, if you are in need of clothes, toiletries, underclothes, or accessories please come out and shop during that time.


Community supporting Community during the holidays!
500 bags of dry good and gift cards were provided to our FCPS families before the Winter Break. In Between Ministries and Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. partnered with our FCPS Family and Community Engagement representatives to share the holiday bags with families on a Saturday morning om December.
In Between Ministries is a local charitable organization committed to addressing the needs of families within Fredericksburg and surrounding counties. Their goal is to build stronger, more resilient communities by providing access and opportunities to those who need it most. Their key pillars are: Inspiring Change, Empowering Minds, Restoring Communities. For more information visit https://www.inbetweenministries.org/
Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is local group that develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. To learn more about the Fredericksburg, Va. And Rappahannock County fraternity visit Fredericksburg Alphas – https://www.fredericksburgalphas.com/






Community supporting Community during the holidays!
500 bags of dry good and gift cards were provided to our FCPS families before the Winter Break. In Between Ministries and Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. partnered with our FCPS Family and Community Engagement representatives to share the holiday bags with families on a Saturday morning om December.
In Between Ministries is a local charitable organization committed to addressing the needs of families within Fredericksburg and surrounding counties. Their goal is to build stronger, more resilient communities by providing access and opportunities to those who need it most. Their key pillars are: Inspiring Change, Empowering Minds, Restoring Communities. For more information visit In Between Ministries | Non-Profit Organization | Fredericksburg Region
Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is local group that develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. To learn more about the Fredericksburg, Va. And Rappahannock County fraternity visit Fredericksburg Alphas – Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter – The Alphas of Rappahannock County






Community supporting Community during the holidays!
500 bags of dry good and gift cards were provided to our FCPS families before the Winter Break. In Between Ministries and Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. partnered with our FCPS Family and Community Engagement representatives to share the holiday bags with families on a Saturday morning om December.
In Between Ministries is a local charitable organization committed to addressing the needs of families within Fredericksburg and surrounding counties. Their goal is to build stronger, more resilient communities by providing access and opportunities to those who need it most. Their key pillars are: Inspiring Change, Empowering Minds, Restoring Communities. For more information visit https://www.inbetweenministries.org/
Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is local group that develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. To learn more about the Fredericksburg, Va. And Rappahannock County fraternity visit Fredericksburg Alphas – https://www.fredericksburgalphas.com/






Community supporting Community during the holidays!
500 bags of dry good and gift cards were provided to our FCPS families before the Winter Break. In Between Ministries and Omicron Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. partnered with our FCPS Family and Community Engagement representatives to share the holiday bags with families on a Saturday morning om December.
In Between Ministries is a local charitable organization committed to addressing the needs of families within Fredericksburg and surrounding counties. Their goal is to build stronger, more resilient communities by providing access and opportunities to those who need it most. Their key pillars are: Inspiring Change, Empowering Minds, Restoring Communities. For more information visit https://www.inbetweenministries.org/
Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is local group that develops leaders, promotes brotherhood and academic excellence, while providing service and advocacy for our communities. To learn more about the Fredericksburg, Va. And Rappahannock County fraternity visit Fredericksburg Alphas – https://www.fredericksburgalphas.com/






JM's skate night was a success. 🌟 A big shoutout to our amazing teachers like Mr. Wong, who don't just teach but know how to turn the fun up to an 11! Schools aren't just about textbooks and tests, but about creating memories that outlast the years. Our JM Skate Night was a reminder that not all classrooms have four walls. So here's a toast to life lessons learned on wheels! 🎉Keep rolling and keep glowing! #JMSkateNight #MoreThanJustSchool #GoodVibesOnly




FCPS will be on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 10.
We are advised these conditions are resulting in flooding and may also result in downed trees and potential power outages.
Out of an abundance of caution, we believe a two-hour delay is warranted at this time for all students and employees.
Please stay tuned for possible updates.
Again, FCPS will be on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, January 10.


Had an amazing time at the Key Club meeting yesterday! 🌟 It was inspiring to see everyone come together to discuss our upcoming community service projects. Let's make a positive impact together! 🔑 #KeyClub #CommunityService #Teamwork



FCPS will close early tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9 on the early dismissal schedule.
This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow that includes heavy rains, high winds, and possible power outages.
All afterschool activities are cancelled.
Preschool, Walker-Grant Middle School, and James Monroe High School will close at noon. Hugh Mercer Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School will close at 12:45.


FCPS will close early tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9 on the early dismissal schedule.
This is due to the weather forecast for tomorrow that includes heavy rains, high winds, and possible power outages.
All afterschool activities are cancelled.
Preschool, Walker-Grant Middle School, and James Monroe High School will close at noon. Hugh Mercer Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School will close at 12:45.


Spotlight's on our theatre students! Their radiant energy and infectious passion light up our stage everyday. 🎭 Their performances? Unforgettable. Their spirit? Unstoppable. 👏 We are so lucky to have Drama Teacher, Ms. Woodrell, leading them in their adventures. #TheatreLife




Students attended their first Virginia Rules assembly last Friday.
Virginia Rules is Virginia’s state-specific, law-related education program for middle and high school students. The purpose of Virginia Rules is to educate young Virginians about Virginia laws and help them develop skills needed to make sound decisions, to avoid breaking laws, and to become active citizens of their schools and communities. We will continue this program periodically for the reminder of the year.





Join us for the 18th Annual Communitywide Celebration of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday.
Sunday, January 14, 2024. 3:00 - 5:00 P.M.
James Monroe High School. 2300 Washington Avenue. Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Featuring: music, dance, spoken word & dramatic presentations, reflections from area students and community leaders and 40+ double dutch performances.
Light refreshments
FREE Admission
For more information, please call 540-760-6525.


Check out the Sports section of The Free Lance-Star 🗞️
James Monroe tops Chancellor, but both teams learn lesson in Battlefield District boys basketball game 🏀
https://fredericksburg.com/sports/high-school/basketball/boys/james-monroe-tops-chancellor-but-both-teams-learn-lesson-in-battlefield-district-boys-basketball-game/article_30302420-ab3d-11ee-82b7-23af2e838f14.html
