Gunston Gazette

Principals' Letter

Dear Gunston Families,

As the weather turns cooler, please make sure your child is dressed warmly for outdoor recess. We love that our Eagles get fresh air and time to play each day, so jackets and layers will help them stay comfortable.

We also want to take a moment to ask for your partnership in reminding students to take care of our school. We have had a few incidents of bathroom vandalism, such as damaged sinks and wet paper towels on ceilings. Please talk with your child about the importance of respecting our school spaces and showing pride in our building. Together, we can help keep Gunston a safe and welcoming place for everyone.

Last month’s AVID Family Night was a huge success! Thank you to all the families who came out to learn more about how AVID helps students develop strong organizational, study, and communication skills that prepare them for success in school and beyond. The energy, excitement, and engagement from our students and families were truly inspiring! Stay tuned for information for upcoming We Are Gunston Night in November and Literacy Night in December.

A few reminders:

Next Wednesday, October 15, 2025 is our next Early Release Wednesday. Students will go home the same way they did in September.
If you need to make a change to your child’s dismissal plan, please call the front office. Emails may not be seen right away, and we want to make sure your child gets home safely.

We are so proud of how hard our students are working each day — setting goals, supporting one another, and showing the perseverance it takes to learn and grow. Thank you for your continued encouragement and partnership at home. When schools and families work together, great things happen!

✨ Let’s keep inspiring excellence and promoting possibilities — together. ✨

Warmly,

Kristen Rucinski and Ashley Nelson

Upcoming Dates & Reminders:

Hispanic Heritage Month - September 15th - October 15th
October 13th: Teacher Workday - No Students
October 15th: 3-hr. Early Release Wednesday. 12:20 p.m. Early Dismissal
October 16th: PTA Meeting. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
October 20th: Diwali - All FCPS Schools are closed.
October 22nd: PTA Spirit Night at Panera
October 29th: Donuts with Grownups. 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
October 30th: Student School Pictures