Gladys West Elementary School

WE'RE EXCITED TO SEE YOU! We enjoyed greeting our kindergarten, sixth, and ninth graders today. We're excited to welcome all students back tomorrow, Tuesday, August 6. See you soon!

TRANSITION DAY 2024 IS COMING! Kindergarten, sixth, and ninth graders will attend school for Transition Day on Monday, August 5. All students in grades PreK through 12 will begin on Tuesday, August 6. Click the link below for more details. https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/transition-day

📢STUDENT REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON📢 Have you registered for school yet? Student registration closes at 3PM on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Registration reopens on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Questions? Contact FCPS registrar ataylor@cityschools.com. 540-940-8380

Did you miss the Super Cat Bus yesterday? It's on the move again today and tomorrow. The Super Cat Bus Cell Phone Awareness & Book Distribution Tour 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

📢STUDENT REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON📢 Have you registered for school yet? Student registration closes at 3PM on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Registration reopens on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Questions? Contact FCPS registrar ataylor@cityschools.com. 540-940-8380

📢STUDENT REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON📢 Have you registered for school yet? Student registration closes at 3PM on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Registration reopens on Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Questions? Contact FCPS registrar ataylor@cityschools.com. 540-940-8380

Off, Yondr, & Away – isn’t just a catchy saying. Cell phones and personal communication devices (PCDs) are no longer welcome during school instructional time. Why? We’re focusing on learning, building social skills, and improving mental health. But what happens when phones are not Off, Yondr, & Away? Read more by visiting our FCPS Cell Phones webpage. FCPS Cell Phones (fxbgschools.us)

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

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

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!