Hugh Mercer Elementary School

On Wednesday, the HMES SCA officers met via teams with the SCA officers from each school in our division, Dr. Catlett, and Dr. Eberhardt to discuss good things and areas for improvement within each building.
It was a great leadership opportunity, as well as a learning and sharing opportunity.

Don't forget it is Hugh Mercer night at Freddy's. Proceeds go to the HMES PTA .

Mrs.Lewis did an enrichment lesson with Ms. Bland's class. They discussed different types of farms and the different boots you would wear on the farm to do various jobs. Then students designed their own boots after deciding which kind of farm they would use their boots on.

Join us at the Region 3 School Division Job Fair

📅April 25, 2026
🕰️9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Caroline High School
👉19155 Rogers Clark Blvd, Milford, VA 22514

Available Positions:
• Teachers
• Paraprofessionals
• Bus Driver
• Custodial & Maintenance
• Food Service
• Substitutes

🔗Register here: https://tinyurl.com/Region-3-Job-Fair

Hold a bachelor's degree and interested in teaching? Attend Pathways to Licensure Workshops at 10 AM and 11 AM!

Calling all future kindergarteners! 🎒 We’ll be at Gladys West this evening for registration.

Families may attend any session, regardless of school zone.

Learn more: https://www.fxbgschools.us/o/fcs/page/new-student-registration

Share and tag a family with a rising kindergartener!

📆 REMINDER

March 30–April 6, 2026: Spring Break

April 7, 2026: Students return to school.

🌷Sunshine, rest, and stories to explore,
Spring break is the perfect time to read more.🌷

We can't wait to meet you! There is still time to join us today and make the best choice for your future. Our Career Fair is going on now until 3 PM today. Walker-Grant Center, 210 Ferdinand Street. We hope to see you soon.

FCPS Welcomes Acors as New Mental Health and Safety Coordinator

During its March 2, 2026, meeting, the Fredericksburg City School Board approved the appointment of Tiffany Acors as Mental Health and Safety Coordinator.

Acors most recently served with Spotsylvania County Public Schools as Director of School Counseling, where she led school counseling student-based mental health teams, implemented school-wide support programs, and developed and monitored a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with state and national standards.

Her previous experience includes serving as a School Counselor for Northumberland County Public Schools and an English and Theater teacher with Richmond County Public Schools, where she focused on building strong relationships with students while supporting both academic and social development.

Acors holds a Master of Education in School Counseling from Liberty University, a Master of Education as a Reading Program Specialist (PreK-12) from Liberty University, and a Bachelor of Science in Education, English 7-12 from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.

“I am committed to fostering a safe and responsive learning environment that promotes a positive climate and student well-being,” said Acors.

Superintendent Dr. Marci Catlett emphasized the importance of the role in supporting students and staff across the division.

“Positions like Mental Health and Safety Coordinator are essential to the well-being of our school communities,” said Dr. Catlett. “Ms. Acors brings both the professional expertise and the compassionate leadership needed to support students, staff, and families. Her work will help ensure that our schools remain safe, responsive environments where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.”

Fredericksburg City Public Schools looks forward to the leadership and experience Ms. Acors brings to this important role and proudly welcomes her to the FCPS community.

Reminder to FCPS families: Schools will be closed on Friday, March 20.

The gifted students hung feeders and houses in the garden to encourage nesting birds.

Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be closed on Monday, March 16, to students and staff.

12-month employees will complete flexible hours by either working remotely or at the worksite.

All buildings will close at noon, March 16. All afterschool activities are canceled.

Essential personnel should contact their supervisor for report times.

The reason for the closure is a severe weather system expected to move through our region tomorrow.

To support families, free meals will be available for pick up at each school from 10 AM to 12 PM.

Thank you for your continued partnership and help keeping our students and staff safe.

FCPS names Obeng as new Chief Financial Officer

🔗https://www.fredericksburgfreepress.com/2026/03/11/fcps-names-obeng-as-new-chief-financial-officer/

Thank you the members of the Fredericksburg Rotary Club. On Friday, they delivered dictionaries to all third grade students. We certainly appreciate them for continuing this tradition and supporting our scholars.

The warmer weather has been a welcome invitation to spend time outside at school. These student prepared rail planters in the garden.

On Thursday, HM enjoyed having guest readers come to classes. We would like to thank everyone who volunteered to spread the joy of reading to every scholar at HMES.

HMES is participating in One Book One Scool. Here is Mrs. Obert's class enjoying "Charlotte's Web" by E. B. White. 🕸️🐖

Thank you to everyone who came out to Math and Literacy night. 🧮➕📚🟰🙂

Congratulations Kadence Lucas. She was recognized at a black-tie ceremony for her first-place essay in the Virginia Black History Month Association's children's writing contest.

It is Social Worker Appreciation Week. We would like to recognize Ms. Abraham for all you do for every day in support of our students, families, and school communities. Thank you.