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Hugh Mercer Elementary School Welcome to the official Hugh Mercer Elementary School (K-5) page! Home of the Patriots ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›

We share school news, family reminders, event updates, staff highlights, student learning moments, and celebrations from our HMES community. ๐Ÿ“ข Social Media Guidelines ๐Ÿ“ข
We welcome you to engage with Fredericksburg City Public Schools (FCPS) through our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages. We use social media platforms to share news and information, promote and raise awareness of district and school services and activities, and engage with the FCPS community around relevant topics. FCPSโ€™ social media channels are not intended to be a general public forum covering all topics. FCPS does not agree with or endorse every comment or link that individuals post on its social media pages. We ask that all comments, private messages, and other interactions on FCPS social media accounts be respectful and courteous. We reserve the right to remove or hide content that includes, but is not limited to:
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โ—พname calling and/or personal attacks;
โ—พadvocating the commission of a criminal act or violating FCPS policies and regulations;
โ—พoff-topic or disruptive remarks
We also reserve the right to temporarily block or ban users whose posts or comments on FCPS social media pages fall within the above categories.

๐ŸŽฌ Parent Event: What I Wish My Parents KnewJoin us for a powerful and eye-opening movie night designed just for parents....
10/19/2026

๐ŸŽฌ Parent Event: What I Wish My Parents Knew

Join us for a powerful and eye-opening movie night designed just for parents.

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, October 28th, Doors open @ 5:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ Walker-Grant Center School Board Room
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Light Dinner provided โ€“ registration required
๐Ÿšซ No childcare available
๐ŸŒ Interpreters available โ€“ registration required

Link to register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/bLg56U60xS

If you are a member of the Fredericksburg business community, a faith-based or community support group, nonprofit, or ot...
10/16/2026

If you are a member of the Fredericksburg business community, a faith-based or community support group, nonprofit, or other local organization, we invite you to join us at our upcoming Superintendent Community Roundtable.

โ€ข On Thursday, October 22, from 8-10:30 AM, Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be hosting a Superintendent Community Roundtable at Walker-Grant Center, located at 210 Ferdinand Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22041.
โ€ข The topic is "AI in the Classroom: Pros & Cons". Breakfast will be served.
The Superintendent's Community Roundtable advises Dr. Catlett on what the community is thinking and wanting to know from the division.
โ€ข Join us for a community conversation about finding the right balance. Together, weโ€™ll explore appropriate guardrails for AI, screen time, and academic integrity, while considering the perspectives of students, families, and teachers. Weโ€™ll also look at how AI can be used positively in the classroom to empower teachers, strengthen instruction, and better meet the needs of every student.
โ€ข RSVP here ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿผ https://fxbg.link/4i6AUN6

Serving up more than lunch at HMES! ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿฅช๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›During National School Lunch Week, weโ€™re celebrating the hardworking cafeteria t...
10/15/2026

Serving up more than lunch at HMES! ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿฅช๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›

During National School Lunch Week, weโ€™re celebrating the hardworking cafeteria team members who help keep our Patriots fed, cared for, and ready to learn every day.

From prepping meals and keeping things moving behind the scenes to greeting students and making sure everyone gets what they need, their work is an important part of every school day.
Thank you for the care, consistency, and heart you bring to HMES! We appreciate you! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ”๐ŸŸ๐Ÿ•๐ŸŒญ๐Ÿฅช๐ŸŒฎ๐ŸŒฏ๐Ÿง๐Ÿฉ๐Ÿช๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿฟ๐Ÿฅค

๐Ÿงก๐Ÿงก Unity Day is Coming! ๐Ÿงก๐ŸงกJoin us in celebrating Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month! ๐Ÿค...
10/14/2026

๐Ÿงก๐Ÿงก Unity Day is Coming! ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿงก

Join us in celebrating Unity Day, the signature event of National Bullying Prevention Month! ๐Ÿคโœจ

๐Ÿ’› Come together to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion
๐Ÿงก Wear ORANGE to show your support
๐Ÿ“ฃ Start conversations about bullying prevention
๐Ÿค— Stand with students who have experienced bullying
๐Ÿซ Help build a stronger, more connected school community

Community care in action at HMES! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›A huge thank-you to Sandra Morgan and the Ladies of the Yellow Roses for their gener...
10/14/2026

Community care in action at HMES! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›
A huge thank-you to Sandra Morgan and the Ladies of the Yellow Roses for their generous donation of coats, hats, and gloves for our students and families.

Support like this helps keep our Patriots warm, cared for, and ready to learn as the weather gets colder. We are so grateful for community partners who continue to show up for our school in such meaningful ways.
Thank you for thinking of HMES and helping make a difference! ๐Ÿงค๐Ÿงฅ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ›‘ STOP: Several Times on Purpose ๐Ÿ›‘Bullying isn't an accident. When hurtful words or actions happen Several Times on Purp...
10/13/2026

๐Ÿ›‘ STOP: Several Times on Purpose ๐Ÿ›‘
Bullying isn't an accident. When hurtful words or actions happen Several Times on Purpose (STOP), it may be bullying. ๐Ÿ’”โžก๏ธ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ‘€ Recognize the signs: ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Name-calling, teasing, or threats
๐Ÿšซ Excluding others on purpose
๐Ÿ“ฑ Mean messages, posts, or rumors online
๐Ÿ‘Š Physical aggression or intimidation
๐Ÿ˜ž Repeated actions that make someone feel unsafe or unwelcome

โœ… What can you do?
๐Ÿ’ฌ Speak up if you see bullying
๐Ÿค Support those who may be affected
๐Ÿ“ข Report bullying to a trusted adult, teacher, counselor, or administrator

๐Ÿงก Choose kindness, respect, and inclusion every day

Caught Learning at HMES! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ”Žโž—Our 5th grade Patriots have been putting their math detective skills to work as Prime Numbe...
10/13/2026

Caught Learning at HMES! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ”Žโž—

Our 5th grade Patriots have been putting their math detective skills to work as Prime Number Sleuths!
In just a few days, students were identifying prime numbers, looking for patterns, and building confidence with a brand-new skill. Watching them go from learning the concept to spotting prime numbers on their own is exactly the kind of growth we love to see!

Case closed: these mathematicians are on a mission. ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธโ€โ™€๏ธโœจ

Math + Reading Night at HMES! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ“šโž•Our Patriot families joined us after school for an evening of learning, connection, an...
10/12/2026

Math + Reading Night at HMES! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ“šโž•
Our Patriot families joined us after school for an evening of learning, connection, and fun at Math + Reading Night!

Mrs. Lewis, our gifted teacher who also brings so much STEM learning to our students, was there helping families explore, engage, and learn together.
We love opportunities that bring school and home together and give families a chance to be part of the learning happening at HMES.

Thank you to everyone who came out and spent the evening with us! ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ’š World Mental Health Day ๐Ÿ’šToday, we recognize the importance of mental health and the role it plays in our overall well...
10/10/2026

๐Ÿ’š World Mental Health Day ๐Ÿ’š

Today, we recognize the importance of mental health and the role it plays in our overall well-being.

๐Ÿง  Mental health is health.
๐Ÿ’ฌ It's okay to talk about it.
๐Ÿค Support one another.
๐ŸŒฑ Prioritize self-care.
โค๏ธ Seek help when needed.

โœจ Remember: Everyone has mental health, and everyone deserves care, compassion, and understanding.

๐ŸŽฌ Parent Event: What I Wish My Parents Knew Join us for a powerful and eye-opening movie night designed just for parents...
10/08/2026

๐ŸŽฌ Parent Event: What I Wish My Parents Knew

Join us for a powerful and eye-opening movie night designed just for parents.

๐Ÿ“… Wednesday, October 28th, Doors open @ 5:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ Walker-Grant Center School Board Room
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Light Dinner provided โ€“ registration required
๐Ÿšซ No childcare available
๐ŸŒ Interpreters available โ€“ registration required

Link to register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/bLg56U60xS

๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Register now to reserve your meal!

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2100 Cowan Boulevard
Fredericksburg, VA
22401

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