Spotted yesterday: our spirited cross country team brought Halloween cheer to town on their run! Dressed in creative costumes, they ran through the streets spreading festive vibes and showing off their team spirit. Way to go, team – you make our town proud on and off the course! #Halloween #Run #TeamSpirit #CrossCountry
Addie Oakes is thrilled to be named Vice President of the Varsity Club and is eager to work alongside her fellow officers to grow athletics at James Monroe! A dedicated athlete, Addie has been playing lacrosse and field hockey at JMHS since eighth grade.
#Varsity #Lacrosse #FieldHockey
Ms. Cuevas’ Orlando students are diving into cultural traditions by exploring the differences and similarities between Day of the Dead and Halloween! Through station rotations, each focused on unique skills and concepts, they're gaining a deeper understanding of these Hispanic and American celebrations.
#DayoftheDead #Halloween #Celebrations
We Want to Hear from You
FCPS is seeking input for the next LES principal. Please submit your feedback by November 8, 2024, through the survey found at the link below.
https://forms.office.com/r/Eku6FJSKse
🎃JM students joined the Preschool Costume Parade today, spreading smiles and cheer by handing out treats to the little ones! Such a sweet way to connect across generations and celebrate together! #Preschool #Parade #CostumeFun #JMCommunity
The results of the Great Pumpkin Decorating Contest are in! Our talented teaching staff outdid themselves with creative, spooky, and fun designs. Please join us in congratulating the winners:
🥉 3rd Place - "She Ghosted You, Bro" by Ms. Langdon 👻
🥈 2nd Place - "Enchanted Forest" by Ms. Chetister 🌲
🥇 1st Place - "Audrey 2, from Little Shop of Horrors" by Ms. Martinelli 🌱🎶
Thank you to everyone who voted and to our incredible teachers for bringing some Halloween spirit to JMHS! 🎃🧡🖤 #Pumpkin #Contest #JMJackets #Staff
Ms. Cuevas-Orlando took her Spanish IV class on a cultural adventure to Rey Azteca Restaurant as part of their unit, La Conciencia Gastronómica! The students practiced their Spanish skills in a real-world setting, and everyone had a fantastic time. A huge thank you to Rey Azteca for their warm hospitality and excellent service! #SpanishClass #RealWorldLearning #ReyAzteca #Gracias
The JM teachers are bringing the Halloween spirit to life today with some incredible costumes! Check out their awesome looks and join in the fun! 🎃👻
#Teachers #Spirit #ChipsandDip #Unicorn
To my fellow principals: Your commitment to building strong communities, supporting your teams, and shaping the next generation is truly inspiring. Here’s to all the hard work behind the scenes that makes a difference. Let’s continue to lift each other up and lead with passion! 💟 Principal Courtney Wheeler
#NationalPrincipalsMonth
JM Community don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to support the JM writing center. The fundraiser is tonight from 4-8 p.m. See flyer for more details.
Last week, JMHS hosted a successful College and Career Readiness Fair that connected students with local employers and exciting career opportunities!
Students had the chance to engage with a variety of businesses, learn about potential job openings, and gain valuable insights into different career paths. We were thrilled to see so many enthusiastic students taking the initiative to explore their future!
A huge thank you to our dedicated staff and the participating employers for making this event possible. Your support is invaluable in helping our students take the next steps toward their careers!
Here’s to more opportunities and continued success for our JMHS community!
#JMHS #JobFair #CareerOpportunities #FutureLeaders
SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVISORY
Join us on Monday, October 28, from 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM at Lafayette for our Special Education Advisory Meeting. PEATC will join us from 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM. See you then!
JM is embracing a vibrant initiative aimed at brightening students' spirits and fostering an inclusive environment. In a project led by Student Support Specialist Tracy Young, the JM Student Ambassadors recently worked to collect colorful paint chips donated by Lowe’s and Walmart. The goal? To “Paint the School with Kindness.”
This initiative encourages students to write positive affirmations on the paint chips and post them throughout the school’s hallways, transforming the building with messages of hope, kindness, and inspiration. Words like “You’ve got this,” “Stay strong,” and “Kindness is contagious” now greet students and staff each day.
Meet Jack Billingsley, the President of JM’s newly formed Varsity Club! Jack is a captain of the varsity lacrosse team, where he’s been playing for 7 years, and he also joined the varsity golf team this past season. As Varsity Club president, he’s excited to work with his fellow officers to boost school spirit and bring fresh opportunities to JM’s athletics department!
#Lacrosse #Varsity #Golf #Senior
Congratulations to Madison Paige Abbott, October's Optimist Student of the Month!
We are thrilled to celebrate Madison for her outstanding contributions and achievements! Madison has demonstrated incredible dedication through her involvement in various activities, including the UNICEF club, French Club, and as a manager for the volleyball team. Her passion for helping others shines through her volunteer work at the Pollinating Garden and the local nursing home.
In addition to her extracurricular commitments, Madison has excelled academically, earning the Algebra Award for her hard work and determination.
As she prepares for her future at Louisiana State University to pursue a degree in Nursing, we have no doubt that Madison will continue to make a positive impact on those around her.
Congratulations, Madison! Keep shining bright!
#OptimistStudent #LSU #Nursing #UNICEF #FrenchClub
📌Survey closes Thursday, October 31 at 4 PM
We Want Your Input on the 2025-26 Zoning Information
Click here to share your thoughts👉 https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/2025-26-zoning-information
We're pleased to share the proposed school zoning map for Fredericksburg City Public Schools for the 2025-26 school year, presented to the School Board on September 9, 2024. While the map is still under consideration, we recognize that it may prompt questions and concerns from our community. We encourage you to explore the proposed changes and reach out with any feedback. Your input is invaluable as we work together to support our students and families—we're committed to ensuring that every student feels at home in their new school environment.
❤️FCPS James Farmer 📔🖊️Scholars Grades 3-8 October Saturday Session at James Monroe High School
"Happy National Principals Month to all the hard-working school leaders in Fredericksburg City Public Schools and beyond. Your commitment to our students and staff helped to guide me in my growth as a school leader. Each day I find inspiration from you and in your acts. Thank you for all you do and for all you are working to build in our Fredericksburg community." Principal Jay Snyder
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth
James Farmer Scholars matriculating at UMW 🦅 at the College of Education exploring, engaging, and enjoying STEM Activities! 🤖
📰James Monroe High School Key Club📰
"Students from James Monroe High School (JMHS) in Fredericksburg, Virginia, have been participating in Ceili Leahy Day of Service events since the fall of 2016, and these events have become a tradition for JMHS students to serve."
Click here for the full article 👉https://servevirginia.org/stories-of-service/james-monroe-high-school-key-club/
