Good Afternoon Tiger Family,
This is your Principal, Mr. Ventura, with a few important announcements and updates for the week ahead.
I hope everyone had enjoyed an extra hour of rest and had a chance to recharge. As we head into a new week, let's come back refreshed and ready to learn, grow, and support one another.
School Not in Session on Election Day
Please note that there will be no school on Tuesday, November 4, for Election Day. We look forward to welcoming students back on Wednesday.
Report Cards
Quarter 1 report cards were sent home with students on Thursday, October 30. Parents and guardians, please review your student's report card.
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Please save the date for Parent-Teacher Conferences on November 4 from 4:30-6:30 PM. To schedule an appointment, contact Ms. McWhirt in the Counseling Office.
Student Recognitions Awards Assemblies
Families are invited to our grade-level student recognition assemblies on the following dates:
On Wednesday, November 5, at 8:45 AM, we will honor our 6th grade students.
On Thursday, November 6, at 8:45 AM, we will recognize our 7th grade students.
On Friday, November 7, at 8:45 AM, we will have our 8th grade awards assembly.
Free Dental Day
On Saturday, November 8, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, Family First Dental will host its annual Give back to the Community Free Dental Day, providing free dental care. Please consider stopping by if you're in need!
Family First Dental
4425 Plank Road, Suite B
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
🔗 Free Dental Day Flyer
🔗Free Dental Day Flyer - Spanish
November PTO Meeting
Join us for our November PTO meeting on Thursday, 11/3, at 6:30 PM in the Media Center! Bring your ideas, meet other families, and help make our school an even better place.
Can't make it? You can still support the PTO! Your time or donation helps fund teacher appreciation, student events, and programs that bring our community together. Every bit counts!
🔗 WGMS PTO
Supporting Our Families
As we move through the school year, please remember that FCPS offers a variety of local resources to support families.
You can find information about community organizations and services — including food, housing, and family support — on our website:
🔗 Local Resources to Know | Fredericksburg City Public Schools
Our schools are more than classrooms; we're a caring community. If you or someone you know needs extra support, please explore the link in this message or contact your child's school counselor.
Together, we can continue to care for one another and help every child and family thrive.
Upcoming Dates to Remember
11/3: Boys' Basketball Tryouts — 3:00-5:00 PM
11/3: November School Board Meeting — 7:30 PM @ Walker-Grant Center
11/4: No School for Students/Teacher Workday (Election Day)
11/4: Q1 Parent-Teacher Conference Night — 4:30-6:30 PM
11/5: 6th Grade Q1 Awards Assembly — 8:45-9:30 AM @ WGMS Auditeria
11/5: Boys' Basketball Tryouts — 3:00-5:00 PM
11/6: 7th Grade Q1 Awards Assembly — 8:45-9:30 AM @ WGMS Auditeria
11/7: 8th Grade Q1 Awards Assembly — 8:45-9:30 AM @ WGMS Auditeria
11/11: No School (Veterans Day)
11/13: November PTO Meeting — 6:30-7:30 PM @ WGMS Media Center
11/14: Veterans Day Brunch — 9:00-10:30 AM
11/18: Q2 Grade Interims distributed
11/25: Early dismissal for students & staff — 12:00 PM
11/26-28: Student/Staff Holiday (Thanksgiving)
Quick Links for Families
Please see the Quick Links Flyer attached for easy access to important resources, forms, and information to support your student and stay connected with Walker-Grant.
ParentSquare
If you haven't already done so, please activate your ParentSquare account to stay up to date on all of the happenings at WGMS. You can access ParentSquare on any device by downloading the free mobile app or by visiting www.parentsquare.com.
📃 Parent_Guardian - Getting Started Guide (English).pdf
📃Parent_Guardian - Getting Started Guide (Spanish).pdf
Athletics
Boys Basketball Tryouts: Boys Basketball Tryouts for 6th-8th graders will be held on Monday, 11/3, and Wednesday, 11/5, from 3:00-5:30 PM.
Requirements:
Current VHSL sports physical
No Fs or more than one D in core classes (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) on the Q1 report card
Spirit Gear
Show your Tiger pride with our school spirit gear! Grab yours today and wear it proudly. Tigers win!
Title I
Title I is the largest federal aid program for elementary, middle, and high schools. Through Title I, the federal government designates money to school districts around the country based on the number of students in need in each district. Each district uses its Title I money for extra educational services for children, such as:
Class size reduction
Additional teachers and paraprofessionals
Parent resources
Instructional materials and supplies
Tier 2 and Tier 3 support services
The focus of the Title I program is to ensure all students meet challenging content and achievement standards. Title I also authorizes federal grant programs that provide funds for reading instruction, services to migrant children, services to neglected and delinquent children, comprehensive school reform, and dropout prevention.
All FCPS students in grades K-8 are eligible to receive programs funded through the Title I grant.
ESSA Letters
Parents and guardians, in accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), if you would like more information about specific teachers' professional qualifications, please see the appropriate letters linked in this message:
Omundson Letter
Boyd Letter
I. Smith Letter
Burns Letter
Robbins Letter
Kingsley Letter
K. Walker Letter
Thoms Letter
Thank You
As always, we want to thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to another wonderful week ahead.
Go Tigers!