Fredericksburg City Public Schools
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A 32-year-old Spotsylvania man was arrested Friday morning after he allegedly boarded a Fredericksburg city school bus while masked, attempted to enter James Monroe High School, and assaulted a staff member when denied access, according to the Fredericksburg Police Department and Fredericksburg City Public Schools (FCPS).
The incident occurred at approximately 7:40 a.m. on March 13, 2026, at the high school in Fredericksburg. Police reported the man boarded a city school bus illegally and arrived at James Monroe High School. Upon attempting to enter the building, the school staff refused him access.
The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated a major milestone in youth workforce development with its 5th Annual Intern Expo, held at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. The event, themed “Oh the Places You’ll Go,” brought together more than 600 high school and college students from across the region for a day of career exploration, networking, and skill-building.
Students had the opportunity to connect directly with over 80 vendors representing diverse industries vital to Virginia’s economy. Key sectors highlighted included AI Innovation, Construction, Events, Distribution, and Healthcare, allowing attendees to gain firsthand insight into local job opportunities and emerging career pathways right here in the heart of the Commonwealth’s business community.
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Fredericksburg City Public Schools has proposed a $68.4 million operating budget for fiscal year 2027, a 5.8% increase, as the division works to address ongoing academic gaps highlighted in its latest Standards of Learning results.
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