School News

Immunization Clinic

Frederick County Public Schools, in collaboration with the Frederick/Winchester Health Department, is offering an Immunization Clinic on Tuesday, June 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the James Wood Middle School Cafeteria.

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No School May 29 - Memorial Day

There is no school on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. All administrative and school offices will be closed.

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News from the Nurse

6th and 7th grade parents please make sure your child is up to date on their immunizations.

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Volunteers Needed

Please complete our 2022-2023 Volunteer Form to register to be a James Wood Middle School volunteer.

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Division News

FCPS Names Three New Administrators

Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent George Hummer has announced three administrator changes that will take effect on July 1. Dr. Tara Woolever has been named the new principal of James Wood Middle School, Karen McCoy has been named the new principal at Sherando High School and Alyssa McKee has been named assistant principal at James Wood High School.

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Season of Celebration and Success

Starting today and continuing through May 29, Frederick County Public Schools is inviting students, parents, teachers and staff to share their celebrations and successes from the 2022-23 school year as part of the “FCPS Season of Celebration and Success.”

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School Board Approves Changes to 2023-24 School Calendar

At the School Board meeting last night, the Board approved changes to the 2023-24 school calendar. Changes include making August 14 a Transition Day. The Transition Day will be the first day of school for students entering kindergarten, 6th grade and 9th grade. The first day of school for all other students will be August 15. Other changes include adding two additional days (August 2 and 3) for new professional staff orientation as well as adding November 6 and February 16 as days off for all employees.

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FCPS Focus

The latest edition of Frederick County Public Schools’ E-newsletter FCPS Focus is now available. Read the May 2 issue of FCPS Focus.

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This year's Frederick County Public Schools Virtual Art Show highlights a collection of artwork created by elementary, middle and high school students. We hope you enjoy the creativity and talents our students share through their artwork.

Check out the FCPS Media on YouTube for more videos like this one.