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Important Dates
September 26-October 6 Blue Star Welcome Week
Wednesday, September 30 Band Fall Concert
Friday, October 2 Orchestra Concert at Justice HS
Saturday, October 3 Cross Country Meet at Key MS
Monday, October 12 NO SCHOOL for students
Tuesday, October 20 PTA meeting
Tuesday, October 20 Title I Parent Meeting Night
Wednesday, October 21 Picture Day
Thursday, October 22 Picture Day
Friday, October 30 2 hour early release, end of Quarter 1
Friday, November 13 Cultural Heritage Night
Hello Glasgow Families!
As we wrap up another energizing week at Glasgow Middle School we want to recognize that Friday, October 2, marks National Custodian Appreciation Day. We want to extend our deepest gratitude to our extraordinary custodial team, who work tirelessly early in the morning and late into the evening to keep our building clean, safe, and welcoming for every student and staff member.
As we reach the middle of the first quarter, this is a wonderful time to sit down with your child and log into SIS ParentVUE together to celebrate their progress, look over current grades, and catch any missing assignments before the quarter slips away.
Looking ahead to next week, our students will take the Fall Social Emotional Learning Screener during Advisory on Wednesday, October 7.
We are looking forward to the Cross Country running season. Good luck and best wishes to our Cross Country Team with our first meet at Key Middle School on October 3! Go Panthers!
Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Lisa Barrow
Principal
“Over 14,000 military-connected students are enrolled in FCPS. Welcome new military families into your community and share your appreciation for their service and sacrifices during this year’s #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS from September 26 through October 4. Click here to find out more.”
Blue Star Welcome Week is an opportunity for our community to welcome our military-connected families and show them our appreciation for their service and sacrifices. Throughout the week, FCPS will help ease their transition through events, messages, actions of welcome, and opportunities to make meaningful connections. Please help us welcome our military families during Blue Star Welcome Week, September 26 through October 4, 2026, and throughout the year! #BlueStarWelcomeWeekFCPS”
Glasgow PTA Restaurant Fundraiser @ Taco Zocalo on Oct. 13 (Barcroft Plaza, 6343-D Columbia Pike). Portions of all lunch and dinner orders benefit GMS PTA from 11am-9 p.m. Mention Glasgow PTA for any dine-in or take-out orders.
SAVE THE DATE
The next PTA meeting is on Tuesday, Oct 20, 7pm.
The meeting will be virtual and everyone in the GMS community is welcome to join. The link will be shared prior to the meeting with everyone in the GMS community followed by the Title I Annual Parent Meeting.
- Join the PTA! As an educator ($5), individual ($15) or GMS family ($25) – joining the PTA allows you to vote on important issues and shows support for the PTA’s work. There is no further commitment! https://glasgowms.givebacks.com/store
Questions? Ideas! Email the Glasgow PTA any time at glasgowpta.va@gmail.com
Applications Open October 5 for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Eighth graders who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2031 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application will be available Monday, October 5, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, with a submission deadline of 4 p.m. Friday, October 30. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more information, including a schedule of upcoming information sessions at middle schools.
SEL Screening
The SEL screener will take place in Panther Time classes (6th period) on Wednesday, October 7th. The SEL screener asks students questions in 7 domains: supportive relationships, self-management & responsible decision making, challenging feelings, social awareness & relationship skills, emotion regulation, sense of belonging, and culture awareness. Individual students’ Screener data will only be accessible to teachers, administrators, and staff with legitimate educational interests. Results will be maintained in secure files and databases accessible only to these individuals. In partnership with families, staff review this data alongside other information to plan interventions for students with identified needs. Parents and guardians will receive an individualized report regarding their student’s screener results following each assessment window. If you have questions or would like to opt your student out of the SEL screener, please reach out to your student’s School Counselor.
World Language Credit Exam – REGISTRATION OPEN
On November 10, 2026, Glasgow will host the World Language Credit Exam. The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, students can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 world language credits. Find more information on the Credit Exam Website. Reminder- 6th grade students are not able to take the exam until they are in 7th grade.
Registration is OPEN, and will close on Friday, October 16th. Late registrations will not be accepted.
For questions, your student should see their School Counselor:
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Assignment
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Counselor
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6th grade
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Rebecca Greenwald, last names A-L, rgreenwald@fcps.edu
Sydney McNamee, last names M-Z, semcnamee@fcps.edu
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7th grade
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Adrienne Cooper, last names A-L amcooper2@fcps.edu
Hina Zafar, last names M-Z hzafar1@fcps.edu
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8th grade
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Mike Isner, last names A - F, mgisner@fcps.edu
Rachel Margolis, last names G-M, rdmargolis@fcps.edu
Emily Wasserman, last names N-Z, ebwasserman@fcps.edu
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Multilingual Learners Levels 1 & 2
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Betis Sorto-Rojas, bsortosanche@fcps.edu
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Friday, November 13 (6-8pm)
Mark your calendars for a fun and festive evening celebrating the many cultures that make up the Glasgow community! Enjoy delicious foods, great music, and exciting displays that highlight traditions from around the world. Come dressed in traditional clothing from your culture and be ready to enjoy a night of community, food, and fun!
Want to participate? Sign up here to host a cultural table, bring food to share, or help with event setup and cleanup!
Questions?
Contact Cori Evans at acevans23@aol.com or Ms. Cooper at amcooper2@fcps.edu
At Glasgow, we highlight one IB learner profile trait per month. Students learn about the month’s IB learner profile trait during their Panther Time lesson. This month, students have learned about the IB learner profile trait PRINCIPLED.
Consider discussing some of the following questions with your child:
- When did you have an opportunity to be principled this week?
- What did you choose to do, and what did you learn from the experience?
- What does it mean to do the right thing when no one is watching?
Thank you for partnering with us to encourage principled behavior in everyday choices.
Is your child a critical and creative thinker? Do they think outside the box? Then maybe Advanced Academic Programing is the right course placement for them. The Fall Screening for Advanced Academic placement closes on October 15. If your child is new to FCPS as of January 1, 2026 and you want them to be considered for AAP, submit a parent referral available on the district's website an linked here.
All students must be registered prior to attending the After-School Program.
Please remind your student(s) of the following:
- Sign up for the day if they plan to stay after school.
- Transportation is provided Monday–Thursday at 4:45 p.m. (We will be assisting students with obtaining their late bus numbers.)
- A snack is provided free of charge!
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS
Does your student want to participate in Middle School Sports - Cross Country (starts the week of 9/14), Volleyball(Winter), Track & Field(Spring) against other schools? There are steps to take!
- Most critical & NEW this year - Look for "Final Forms" invite email coming through Parent Vue TOMORROW, 9/2. Accept the invite & register. Access to Final Forms is REQUIRED to participate in any interscholastic sport.
- Complete MS Athletics Physical Form (requires physician appointment) and upload to Final Forms
- Complete Emergency Care Card & additional forms and training as directed in Final Forms.
Questions? Contact Greg Williams at gwilliams2@fcps.edu / 703-813-8670.
Fall Cross Country Volunteer & Donation Request
Our Fall Cross Country season is underway, and we are excited for our first meet of the 2026–2027 school year! Our student-athletes have been working hard and preparing for a great start to the season.
We are seeking volunteers to assist with meet support, as well as donations of water and snacks to help keep our runners fueled and hydrated during practices and meets.
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