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!
Our Preschool Penguins had a blast at field day today! Thank you to our staff, students and families for such an amazing week! What a fun way to finish off staff appreciation week!
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REMINDER: There is no school for students Monday, May 13, 2024.
What a beautiful ceremony for our ECSE students yesterday! We are so proud of our Preschool Penguins!🐧
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Planning for Three Elementary Schools
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Each year, Virginia Living reviews and selects the best educational institutions in the state of Virginia to highlight in their magazine. This year, FCPS was selected as one of the Top Public K-12 Schools in Virginia. This is an incredible honor.
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Preschool Programs started staff appreciation week off strong as superhero's!
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Calendar Update Monday, May 13, 2024, will change from an instructional day for students to a professional development day for faculty and staff. Faculty and staff will use this valuable time for critical planning for a new curriculum the division is implementing during the 2024-2025 school year.
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Did you know that 1 in 5 people will experience a mental health condition this year? Stay tuned all month long for tips to support your family's mental health.
Green is the official color for mental health awareness, representing hope and renewal. Join Fredericksburg City Public Schools by wearing green on Tuesday, May 14th.
Thank you to our amazing cafeteria staff here at Preschool Programs! We love seeing your smiling faces each day as you prepare healthy meals for our students and staff! Happy School Lunch Hero Day!
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Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Stop by any cafeteria to watch school nutrition professionals prepare healthy meals for students-all the while adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile- and you'll see they are true heroes.
This is the reason we celebrate School Lunch Hero Day every year on the first Friday in May. This annual observance is a chance to showcase what a difference school nutrition professionals make in the lives of every child who comes through the cafeteria.
Check out this Month's Penguin Pebble Newsletter!
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Mark your calendars!
James Monroe vs Eastern View - Girls Varsity Lacrosse- 05/06/2024 Live & On Demand
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/james-monroe-high-school-fredericksburg-va/gam12311ad4d0
Today, Fredericksburg City Public Schools celebrates the dedication and hard work of our principals and assistant principals. Their leadership and service to our families, staff, and community are truly commendable. We appreciate their invaluable contributions and efforts!
Check out the read-along, "My New Glasses" By Anthony Cephas. My New Glasses wants to show you all the big feelings that 4-year old Jupiter experiences in this funny and heartwarming book. Whether he’s worried, nervous, happy, or anxious, both parents and children alike will relate to this beloved story. A perfect way to teach children about difference and the fear of the unknown.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKAxCCea77w
FCPS families have one week left to register their elementary students (K-5) for the Superintendent’s Summer Scholars Program. The deadline to register is May 6.
https://www.fxbgschools.us/page/summer-programs
Calendar Update
Monday, May 13, 2024, will change from an instructional day for students to a professional development day for faculty and staff. Faculty and staff will use this valuable time for critical planning for a new curriculum the division is implementing during the 2024-2025 school year.
As we continue to celebrate Diversity Month, Preschool Programs would like to share a story! Please enjoy the below read a loud - "Our Diversity Makes Us Stronger" By Elizabeth Cole.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1wzb-uvD_h8
This year we will be celebrating the 53 countries where our students have been born by wearing specific colors! On Friday April 26th wear red and white.
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
