PATRIOTS’ PRESS Holiday Issue (December 2018/January 2019) Hugh Mercer Elementary School “A Foundation of Excellence) 2100 Cowan Boulevard Telephone: (540) 372-1115 Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Fax: (540) 372-6753 Web: www.cityschools.comm/hughmercer Email:
[email protected] Marjorie R. Tankersley, Principal A MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL Dear Families and Friends, These last days before Winter Break have been amazing! It’s all been good, just very busy. Today we concluded the week, the holiday season, and the calendar year with a festive Sing-A-Long lead by our amazing music teacher, Mrs. Holly Horn. She did a masterful job incorporating songs from the various cultures represented by our wonderfully diverse population. After that, students enjoyed holiday-themed classroom activities. It’s wonderful to see how well they blend learning and fun and still celebrate the holiday season. This was a very positive finish to a busy time before sending everyone home for rest and relaxation with friends and family. With this letter comes the wish that you and your loved ones enjoy all the fun, beauty, magic, and joy that this lovely season has to offer. After you’ve watched all those holiday movies and specials, try relaxing with your child(ren) with a good book. There is nothing more special than to share a book with a child. Happy holidays, and we’ll see you again on Thursday, January 3, 2019! Marjorie R. Tankersley Principal INCLEMENT WEATHER/ EMERGENCY-RELATED SCHOOL PROCEDURES SCHOOL CLOSINGS When Fredericksburg City Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather or an emergency situation, it will be announced on the web sites, TV, and radio stations listed below.