 Glasgow Community -
When I reflect back on my own middle and high school experience, I think about sitting in a desk listening to my teachers lecture with little opportunity to read, write, think or discuss. Most of the teachers said the same thing and taught the same way for years. In fact, students would pass down notebooks and old tests to younger siblings and friends. (Full disclosure, I turned in the same leaf project in 8th grade as my sister two years later in Mr. Michler’s class). Here is a photo of me in 7th grade.
Each week in the Glasgow Gazette, I highlight the amazing learning opportunities, experiences and growth of our students. Social, emotional and academic growth occurs because students are consistently provided feedback on their strengths and areas for improvement. They are asked to reflect on their learning each and every class. In a similar manner as our students, Glasgow teachers are also provided feedback on their classroom instruction and asked to reflect on their progress. Below are just a two examples of how our teachers reflect on their practice and continue to grow:
My teaching has changed by me being mindful of student collaboration during lessons. Since the walkthroughs, I have become mindful about making sure students share their thinking when they answer a question through various ways such as turn and talks etc.
As a result of modeling thinking, I’m becoming more focused on the thinking I want my students to be doing. I’m less focused on them just “completing their work” and more focused on whether they have the skills necessary to think through problems/questions/tasks.
I am so honored to work with an amazing staff that works collaboratively to meet the needs of each and every one of our students. As the principal, it is extraordinary to watch each teacher improve their pedagogy by embracing feedback, reflect on their teaching, and being willing to grow. I sometimes wish I had the opportunity to have so many teachers as dedicated as the staff at Glasgow Middle School.
Sincerely,
Shawn P. DeRose
Principal
Contact Information
Twitter: @ShawnDeRose
Email: spderose@fcps.edu
Website: http://www.fcps.edu/GlasgowMS/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlasgowMS.FCPS/
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Calendar at-a-Glance
January 30 - 8th Grade Open Campus
January 31 - 7th Grade Open Campus
February 1 - 6th Grade Open Campus
February 16 - Panther Store (All Lunches)
February 19 - No School, President’s Day
February 22 - Spelling Bee, 2:30pm
IMPORTANT DATES
2nd Semester Classes Begin - January 30
On January 30, students will begin their 2nd semester classes. You can see your 2nd semester classes by logging on to your student or parent SIS accounts. On January 30, a list of first period classes will be posted on the walls throughout the building to help students find their classes. If students have a yearlong class during 1st period, or have located their first period class by looking on SIS, students do not need to stop to look at the lists in the hallway.
Lollipop Sales - January 30 through February 2
The SGA will be selling lollipops for Valentine’s Day and are again giving parents a chance to buy lollipops for their child by having order forms and notes in the office from Tuesday, January 30 thru Friday, February 2. Parents can stop in at the office during regular school hours.
The school-wide sales days for students will be Wednesday, January 31 and Thursday, February 1 during lunches. Please let your child know that once the lollipops are gone, sales will cease. New this year: students will be limited to purchasing 10 lollipops per day.
Harlem Wizards v. Stuart Pyramid Teachers - February 5
The J.E.B. Stuart Raider Athletic Boosters Club is bringing back the Harlem Wizards to on February 5th at 7:00pm! The return of tricks, hoops, and alley oops! The Wizards bring tons of hilarious entertainment that make for a great evening for you and your family. We hope to have at least 2 players from each school in the Stuart Pyramid. Get your tickets in advance at https://www.harlemwizards.com/schedule-tickets. Paper tickets are also available for sale in advance at Stuart HS. And prices at the door on event day are higher.
Open House for Local Realtors - February 6
Glasgow Middle School will be hosting an “Open House” for local Real Estate Agents on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 7:45am. The purpose of this event is to connect with local real estate agents and communicate our belief that our school plays a central role in the community.
We recognize that many potential homebuyers are greatly motivated by the educational opportunities afforded by local schools, and we hope this experience will give realtors insight into our school and what it offers families who choose to move into our boundaries. If you know any local real estate agent who may be interested in attending, please email Shawn DeRose at spderose@fcps.edu.
Rising 6th Grade Curriculum Night – February 8 (snow date 2/15)
For those parents of current 5th graders, please join us at Rising 6th Grade Curriculum Night on February 8 at 6:30. We will begin our night in the cafeteria with a general session. After the general session, around 7:00, we will begin open house. During open house, you can visit classrooms to get better acquainted about the curriculum, ask any questions you have, get acquainted with 6th grade electives, and/or tour the building. Rising 6th Grade Curriculum Night will conclude at 8:00 pm.
Elementary school counselors will receive course catalogs to give to students to take home before Rising 6th Grade Curriculum Night. Course registration will take place at your child's elementary school. After Rising 6th Grade Curriculum Night, please keep an eye out for the course registration sheets to come home for your signature. Please sign and return the signed yellow form to your child's elementary school.
If you have questions about Rising 6th Curriculum Grade Night or the course registration process, please contact Glasgow Student Services at 703-813-8740.
Stuart Pyramid Art Show - February 8
The Stuart Pyramid Art Show Reception will be held on February 6 from 6:00-8:00pm at J.E.B. Stuart High School. Stop by to see amazing works of art from students across all grade levels. If you have any questions, please email Dawn Gillis, Glasgow Art teacher at drgillis@fcps.edu.
Lollipop Distribution - February 12
Lollipops will be distributed during Panther Time on Monday, February 12. If your child is sending lollipops, it is important to make sure they know the name of the Panther Time teacher of the student receiving the lollipop.
 Glasgow Goodies
10 Students Accepted into District 10 Honors Choir
Congratulations to the 10 Glasgow students were accepted into the District 10 Honor Choir this year. The ensemble is much smaller this year, so fewer students were accepted than were in the past. The event will take place Feb 15-17, with a culminating concert on February 17 at 1:00pm at Hayfield Secondary School. Congrats to Katie C., Sofia I., Mireille K., Grace M., Katie S., Kristina B., Riley G., Catarina S., Evan B., and Desmond F.
14 Students Selected for All-District Band
Congratulations to the 11 Glasgow MS Band students (and three alternates) that were selected for All-District Band. The event will be held from Feb. 1-3 at Hayfield Secondary School! Congrats to Willem Hemmens, AJ F., Alessandra S., Francis P., Pablo S., Levi S., Jack P., Philip W., Nathaniel K., Zoe J., Otto S., Edward M., Ronan B., Maximilian V.
Thank You PTA!
Thanks to Jane Cheek and the PTA for sponsoring a healthy salad/potato bar lunch for teachers and staff members on Friday!
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 Get Involved!
Next PTA Meeting - February 6 at 7:00pm
Save the Date! Virginia 529 is coming to Glasgow! Attend this informational session at our next PTA meeting and learn how to prepay tuition, save for other qualified costs, receive tax advantages and meet your savings goals. Questions? Contact PTA President Jane Cheek at glasgowms.pta@gmail.com.
More info here: http://www.glasgowpta.org/feb-6-pta-meeting-how-to-start-saving-for-college/
Baby or Toddler Pictures of 8th Grade Students Needed!
It's that time again! The yearbook staff would like 8th graders to bring in pictures when you were a baby or toddler. To submit pictures, you can give them to a yearbook staff member or drop them off to Mr. Perella in room B125. In order to make sure we return the picture to you, please put your picture in an envelope with the following information:
- First and last name
- Panther Time teacher
- Brief description of when and where the picture was taken. The deadline is February 23, 2018.
You can also email pictures to Mr. Perella. His email address is maperella@fcpsschools.net
Yearbook Class Needs Photos of Your Student!
The yearbook staff wants to see our students and staff engaged in an activity outside of school. If you traveled to an exciting location (includes vacation destinations) or play sports outside of school, we want a picture! You can also include pictures of helping the community or attending a play, movie, evening school event, etc. Be creative and send those pictures to the yearbook staff!
To submit pictures, you can give them to a yearbook staff member or drop them off to Mr. Perella in room B125. In order to make sure we return the picture to you, please put your picture in an envelope with the following information:
- First and last name
- Panther Time teacher
- Brief description of when and where the picture was taken. The deadline is February 23, 2018.
You can also email pictures to Mr. Perella. His email address is maperella@fcpsschools.net
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Important Information
TJHSST Admissions - Semifinalists Just Announced
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology semifinalists were announced last Friday. Glasgow students that are selected as semifinalists will need to send out teacher recommendation request through their online system as soon as possible, the deadline for teacher submission is February 2 and Testing date is Saturday, February 3.
Parents please encourage your student to start planning now which teachers they will request recommendations from if they become semifinalists. TJ is looking for students to obtain 2 teacher recommendations; one must be a 7th or 8th grade math or science teacher, the other can be any 7th or 8th grade teacher. The recommendations are done online only and submitted directly to TJ by each teacher. Semifinalists will meet with our TJ counselor liaisons on January 24 at the end of the school day (FIT) for more information about the process and reminders.
If you have any questions please reach out to our TJ Liaison Counselor Cynthia Pareja at cspareja@fcps.edu or (703) 813-8723.
George Mason’s Early Identification Program
The Early Identification Program (EIP) at George Mason University is again asking for your assistance identifying and nominating current 7th grade students. EIP is George Mason’s college access program which supports the academic achievement of selected first-generation college bound middle/high school students. The mandatory criteria is as follows:
- Current 7th grade student in participating public middle school
- The student’s parents may not have completed a 4-year college degree in the United States
- Academic potential to enroll in a pre-college curriculum in high school
If you have a 7th grade student that you think would benefit from this program, please email Jennifer Blackwell jblackwell@fcps.edu or Akon Otoyo ajotoyo@fcps.edu. Nomination Deadline: January 31.
RESOURCES AND REFERENCE
PTA’s Panther Press
Look for PTA-specific information in the new PTA's Panther Press,
which will be distributed every Tuesday. Connect with the PTA through glasgowms.pta@gmail.com or glasgowpta.org.
Report Card Distribution Schedule
Glasgow Middle School is proudly supporting ParentVUE and hope you have an account and are checking it regularly. If you do not have an account or need help with access, you can contact Jackie Baires by phone at 703-813-8735 or by email jebaires@fcps.edu. Students also have a StudentVUE account, another great tool to access students’ grades.
In addition, we will also be printing report cards and distributing them directly to students to bring home at the end of 2nd and 3rd quarter. If you do not receive copy of your student’s report card, please contact your student’s counselor.
See below for distribution schedule:
2nd quarter - provided to student through Panther Time on Friday, February 2.
3rd quarter - provided to student through Panther Time on Friday, April 20.
Final report card mailed home week of June 25, 2018
J.E.B. Stuart Rising 9th Grade Orientation & Curriculum Night Presentation
Below is a link to the opening presentation, if you were unable to attend J.E.B. Stuart High School Rising 9th Grade Orientation & Curriculum Night. The presentation includes information about the following: graduation requirements, academic advising, IB/MYP, athletics and activities and the PTSA.
Link: https://goo.gl/bFhUw9
2018-2019 Course Registration Process
The 2018-2019 course registration season is upon us. Earlier this month, we will begin the registration process for rising 9th grade students. We will begin registering our rising 8th grade students on January 30 and our rising 7th grade students on February 20. During the academic advising meeting, counselors use student’s grades, teacher recommendations, SOL scores, along with student and parent input to register the student for classes for next school year.
After the registration window has closed, a list of the courses that your child is registered for, will go home for your review. Below is a link to the course descriptions at J.E.B. Stuart and Glasgow. If you have questions regarding the registration process, please contact your child’s school counselor.
J.E.B. Stuart - https://goo.gl/u5u8F2
Glasgow - https://glasgowms.fcps.edu/node/2419
SIS Parent Accounts, SIS Student Accounts, and FCPS 24-7 ParentView (Blackboard)
Custodial parents/guardians, can send our Student Information Assistant (SIA), Ms. Jackie Baires (jebaires@fcps.edu) an e-mail containing their e-mail address and their child’s name & ID, Ms. Baires will create & e-mail the parent a SIS Parent registration letter. The username/password (generated by following the instructions on the letter) can be used by the parent to access their SIS Parent Account (gradebook) and FCPS 24-7 ParentVUE (child’s Blackboard courses). Bob Nordling (rcnordling@fcps.edu), can be contacted to provide support for both types of parent accounts (SIS and FCPS 24-7).
SIS Student accounts are available to all middle & high school students who logon using their regular network username (Student ID) and password.
On the main FCPS website (www.fcps.edu) towards the bottom of the page is a link “Student Information Systems” which provides buttons for both “SIS Parent Account” and “SIS Student Account”. Here is the direct URL to get there: https://www.fcps.edu/student-information-system-sis
Yearbook Cost is Still $25 for Limited Time!
The cost of the yearbook is still $25 through Friday, March 2. Students can also drop off cash or checks made payable to Glasgow MS to the front office or families can order online at www.smart-pay.com to guarantee a yearbook for your child. We are only ordering 500 books, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Extras are still available as well. These include Name Stamping ($5), Autograph Pages ($2), Bling Accessory Pack (stickers and jewels for $6), Clear Dust Cover ($3), Sparkle Dust Cover ($5), Yearbook Stickies ($6), Pen Signing Set ($4.99).
Please contact Mr. Perella at maperella@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
 Be Informed, Stay Involved!
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