Walker-Grant Middle School

As if we needed a special week to celebrate our amazing school counselors!!! Happy National School Counseling Week to our student-focused, club-leading, positivity-loving school counselors Mrs. Cunningham, Ms. Wilson, and Ms. Johnson! We are so grateful for the mentorship and love you give our students every single day. 🧡🐯🧡🐯 #FamilyOfLearners

JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Place: Walker-Grant Middle School All rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders and their families are invited to explore a diverse array of community partners, engaging hands-on demonstrations, and detailed information about the upcoming pathways for 2025-2026. Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you are interested in becoming a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.

JOIN US!! Career & Technical Education Night of Pathways to Success Students and families are invited to join us for two exciting evenings to explore a wide range of community partners, participate in engaging hands-on demonstrations, and gain valuable insights into the educational pathways for the 2025-2026 school year. ✏️For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students, please see the details below for your Night of Pathways: Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: Walker-Grant Middle School ✏️For rising 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students, your Night of Pathways details are as follows: Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30 PM Location: James Monroe High School Click the link below or the link in our bio to sign up. https://fxbg.link/CTEnightofpathways Night of Pathways is committed to providing students, parents, and the community with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities available through our pathway program. • We'll showcase hands-on demonstrations, provide informative brochures and instructor-led engagement • We aim to inspire student success, foster collaboration, and equip all attendees with the resources and connections needed to thrive in their educational and career journeys. • We provide tangible involvement opportunities for various levels of student ability. • We support pathways to success for all students who choose Career and Technical Education (CTE) If you want to become a community partner for this event, please email dclaytonfulcher@cityschools.com.

Last week we got to celebrate our wonderful artists who participated in the Peace Poster contest for the Lions Club. We are so lucky to have wonderful artists in the house and wonderful art teachers that foster these opportunities for our artists. Congratulations, Tigers! 🥳🧡🐯

February is Black History Month—a time to celebrate the achievements, history, and contributions of Black Americans who have shaped our nation and inspired future generations. #BlackHistoryMonth

📰Fredericksburg Students Recognized for Youth Mental Health Advocacy at Virginia General Assembly📰 🔗https://www.potomaclocal.com/2025/02/03/fredericksburg-students-recognized-for-youth-mental-health-advocacy-at-virginia-general-assembly/

We welcome you to join the Cook Center in their mental health series this month. They are hosting several sessions tailored towards guardians to educate, inform, and empower families to navigate their children’s ups and downs. A range of topics will be covered, from anxiety to protecting your child on social media. A special session on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, is titled Understanding Eating Disorders. If you wish to attend any of these free, virtual sessions, click the link below to register. https://parentguidance.org/mhsindex/

This week, the FCPS Mental Health Youth Taskforce traveled to the Virginia Senate to be recognized for their work in supporting mental health in our schools. We were lucky to send six of our own tigers on this trip. They spoke with State Senator, Tara Durant, and toured the Capitol. What an honor for our students to celebrate their dedication to making school a more positive and healthy place for us all. 🧡🧡🧡

Congratulations to our 7th graders who were awarded for Attendance, Honor Roll, and APER Awards on Tuesday! Way to go, Tigers!! 🐯🧡

🚀 We're Ready for Kindergarten Take-Off🚀 If you have a child entering Kindergarten next year or know someone who does, it's time to get ready for take-off! Registration for Kindergarten and Kindercamp at Fredericksburg City Public Schools is open. 🏫 🔑 What to bring: ‣Original Birth Certificate or Passport ‣Parent/Guardian Photo ID ‣Proof of City Residency (e.g., utility bill or lease) ‣Immunization Record & School Entrance Physical Exam ‣Completed Registration Forms (available online) 🌟 Attend any registration event, no matter your school zone! 📞 Need help or more info? 🔗https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/new-student-registration Contact FCPS Registrar, Camm Taylor 📧 ataylor@cityschools.com 📱 540-940-8380 Don’t miss the chance to get your child ready for an exciting school year! 🎒✏️ #FCPS #KindergartenRegistration #ReadyForKindergarten #FCPS2024 Share this post; tag your friends; and spread the word!

🚀 Ready for Kindergarten? Kindergarten Registration takes off this evening at Lafayette Elementary School!🚀 If you have a child entering Kindergarten next year or know someone who does, it's time to get ready for take-off! Registration for Kindergarten and Kindercamp at Fredericksburg City Public Schools starts this evening. 🏫 🔑 What to bring: ‣Original Birth Certificate or Passport ‣Parent/Guardian Photo ID ‣Proof of City Residency (e.g., utility bill or lease) ‣Immunization Record & School Entrance Physical Exam ‣Completed Registration Forms (available online) 🌟 Attend any registration event, no matter your school zone! 📞 Need help or more info? 🔗https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/new-student-registration Contact FCPS Registrar, Camm Taylor 📧 ataylor@cityschools.com 📱 540-940-8380 Don’t miss the chance to get your child ready for an exciting school year! 🎒✏️ #FCPS #KindergartenRegistration #ReadyForKindergarten #FCPS2024 Share this post; tag your friends; and spread the word!

Join us today on TEAMS at 5:00 PM for our Special Education Advisory Meeting. 🔗https://fxbg.link/SpecialEducationAdvisoryMeeting

Some snapshots of the 6th Grade Awards Assembly today! We honored Improved Attendance, Perfect Attendance, A/B Honor Roll, All A Honor Roll, and a special recognition for students who embody our APER foundations: Accountability, Perseverance, Empathy, and Respect. We honored so many students today that it was hard to get pictures of all of them! It was an awesome morning to recognize the hard work our students put in every day. Congratulations, Tigers!! 🧡🐯

Need some recipe ideas for this week?? Take a look at two of the delicious creations our Jr. Chef Club created this month. They made some sweet "Very Berry French Toast" earlier in the month. This past Friday, ESL teacher Dr. Guedez stopped by to make Venezuelan Arepas. Yummmmmm 😋 A big thanks Mrs. Poudrier and Mrs. Bethem for hosting this club for our students!

The deadline is almost here! 2025 Writing Contest: Innovating Smarter This contest is sponsored by the National Academy of Engineering and the theme this year is Innovating Smarter. Students will write a piece describing a common object they would make “smart” and explain what it would do, how it would help people, and what could go wrong. The contest is open to all students, of any gender, in grades 3-12 and the deadline is February 1. See more information on the EngineerGirl website. 👉https://www.engineergirl.org/154382/2025-Writing-Contest-Innovating-Smarter

Update #5 on Learning Lane Emergency Stormwater Repairs The City of Fredericksburg’s contractor has updated the project timeline for the ongoing emergency stormwater repairs on Learning Lane. Since the project began in August 2024, significant progress has been made, despite challenges posed by the weather and site conditions. Keep reading here: https://www.fredericksburgva.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=1894

Fredericksburg City Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, January 23. Employees should report two hours late. With expected dangerously low temperatures, please dress in warm clothing when outdoors and traveling.

Last week, we celebrated our top spellers at Walker-Grant! Congratulations to all participants in the 6th and 7th grade spelling bee. It was awesome to see such great sportsmanship, confidence, and focus on the stage with these spellers. Congratulations to those going on to the District Level Bee! 🐝🧡

🎉 Countdown to the Mental Health, Wellness & Safety Fair! 🎉 We’re just a few months away from an event dedicated to helping you prioritize your well-being and safety! 🧘‍♀️📓 Here’s what you can look forward to: ✨ Breakout Sessions Highlight: Journaling – Discover how to express your thoughts and manage stress through writing. ✨ Breakout Sessions Highlight: Yoga – Relax and rejuvenate with a session designed to enhance both your mental and physical health. ✨ Safety Topics – Gain practical tips to stay safe and secure in all aspects of life. Mark your calendars for May 10th and get ready for a day of learning, self-care, and connection. Stay tuned for more updates—and don’t forget to register today! 💙 Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/wsHR6qud09

Reminder: There is no school for students on Monday, January 20, 2025.