 Glasgow Community -
I hope you had a relaxing Spring Break. My family and I had an adventurous staycation. On Wednesday and Thursday we traveled to Great Wolf Lodge in Williamsburg to enjoy time in their indoor waterpark. Weather permitting, we hope to travel to Kings Dominion to ride roller coasters on Sunday.
We ended last week with the excitement of the 3rd annual Hunger Games. This is one of my favorite events of the year because it is an opportunity for all of our students to come together by grade, cheer on classmates and staff in the soccer and volleyball matches, and celebrate the remarkable accomplishment of collecting over 4,000 dry goods to be donated to a local food bank. Events like this are a huge undertaking, and require the support of every single one of our staff members. I am proud that Glasgow is place where we invest in our school culture and values through events like the Hunger Games. Special thanks to Laura Benevento for leading the project again this year and Ella Kim for leading the student dance performance.
Just a reminder, Monday, April 2 is a student holiday. For faculty and staff, Monday is a School Planning Day where we will focus on the importance of collecting evidence of student learning and building common language around assessments. We look forward to welcoming students back into the building on Tuesday, April 3 (odd day).
As always, please let me know if you have any questions.
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
April 1 - School Planning Day
April 5 - TJHSST Interest Meeting
April 5 - 6th Grade Dance
April 6 - Dress-up Like a Teacher Day!
April 12 - 7th Grade Dance
April 13 - Quarter Ends, 2 Hour Early Release
April 16 - Teacher Workday, No School
April 13 - Hoop It Up Night
April 16 - Teacher Workday
April 27&28 - Spring Play
IMPORTANT DATES
SGA Spirit Week - Rescheduled to April 3 and April 13
With the cancellation of two days school last week, we have rescheduled Teacher-Student switch dress day and Identical Dress Up Day to Friday, April 6 and April 13. I strongly encourage you to join in on the fun and participate over the next two Fridays.
TJHSST Interest Meeting for 7th Grade Students – April 5 during FIT
Glasgow Student Services will be holding an interest meeting for current 7th grade students who are thinking about applying to Thomas Jefferson next school year. Current 7th grade students who will be taking Algebra 1 or a higher math next school year are encouraged to attend this meeting to learn more about Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. Parents, if your student is interested in attending this interest meeting, please advise them to visit Student Services to obtain a pass to attend this meeting. ***TJHSST OPEN HOUSE will be held on Saturday, April 7th at TJHSST, all are welcome!
6th Grade Dance – Rescheduled to Thursday, April 5
The 6th grade dance has been rescheduled to Thursday, April 5. The cost for students is $5 and includes: Ticket, Soda, Pizza, Candy and fun times! Dance wristbands will be sold before school in the Lecture Hall from 7:10-7:30 and then during all lunches. Students cannot buy a wristband for a friend. Parents are welcome to stop by and see the kids moving to the music. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Lines at lelines@fcps.edu or Mr. Perella at maperella@fcps.edu.
2018-19 School Year Calendar
Looking ahead to the 2018-19 school year, be sure to note that the first day of school will be on Tuesday, August 28. Link to the 2018-19 school year calendar: https://goo.gl/M2YQiE
Back to School Night 2018 - Thursday, October 4, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00pm.
Stuart Pyramid Principals discussed the schedule for Back to School Nights for the 2018-19 school year. Glasgow’s BTSN will be held on Thursday, October 4, 2018 from 6:00 – 8:00pm
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Glasgow Goodies
Glasgow Odyssey of the Mind (OM) Places Third!
Glasgow Middle School OM team earned 3rd Place in the NoVa North Region 9 Tourney last week. Five 7th grade students represented Glasgow in the Stellar Hangout performance that depicted four space creatures on a quest for a space treasure - a new planet for their families to inhabit after a deadly starburst destroyed the Milky Way. Conner Aylward, Alina Breed, Grace Breed, Patrick Kirby, and Francesca Melia wrote, designed and performed this Candy Bar themed skit under the mentorship of Coach Evelyn Kirby. See photos below.
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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.
The Little Mermaid - April 12, 13, and 14
J.E.B. Stuart High School proudly presents The Little Mermaid. Disney's The Little Mermaid is about a mermaid who dreams of the world above the sea and gives up her voice to find love. With music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and a compelling book by Doug Wright, it is a heart-warming, family friendly story featuring some of the best-known songs from the past 30 years!
Thursday, April 12 at 7pm
Friday, April 13 at 7pm
Saturday, April 14 at 2pm and 7pm
Saturday's matinee is followed by a Character Carnival -- meet the cast and purchase tickets for photos with your favorite characters!
Tickets: General Admission: $15, Students / Seniors: $10. Online ticketing is available at www.stuartdrama.org, and tickets are available at the door for cash, check and credit card. For further information, please visit www.stuartdrama.org
J.E.B. Stuart HS PTSA Mulch Sale - Extended to April 2!
The annual J.E.B. Stuart HS PTSA Mulch Sale is underway! Proceeds from the Mulch Sale support the All-Night Grad Party for the Class of 2018 as well as other athletics, clubs, and activities for all students at Stuart High School. Students can deliver mulch to your home, while earning cash for their clubs, activities, or sports.
Order online via our Mulch Sale website www.StuartMulch.com or by email, contact PTSA VP-Events, Jen Bowman at info@stuartmulch.com. All orders are due by March 29. The price is $5.50 per bag for Brown or Red mulch. Brown mulch comes in 3-cubic foot bags and Red mulch is a 2-cubic foot bag. Delivery will be on April 7, 2018 – rain or shine. FREE for orders of 30 or more bags; or $25 delivery fee for less than 30 bags.
NOVA STEM Days - April 14 and April 28
NOVA STEM Days provide local youth with a showcase of opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math. Designed for students of all ages, the day features hands-on exhibits, workshops, food, fun, and learning! The events are FREE and open to the public. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is responsible for providing appropriate supervision. There are two NOVA STEM Days this Spring:
NOVA STEM Day-Alexandria Campus
When: Saturday April 14, 2018, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where: NOVA Alexandria Campus
To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nova-stem-day-alexandria-campus-2018-tickets-42095520836
For More Information: https://www.novastemday.com/
NOVA STEM Day-Manassas Campus
When: Saturday April 28, 2018, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Where: NOVA Manassas Campus
To Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nova-stem-day-manassas-campus-tickets-42319586021
For More Information: https://www.novastemday.com/
College Financial Awareness – April 17 at Luther Jackson Middle School
College Access Fairfax will offer a free presentation on College Financial Awareness for Middle School Parents on April 17 at Luther Jackson Middle School from 7:00-9:00pm. The presentation will include the following topics; financial aid basics, understanding the cost of attending, saving for college, and available resources. Contact Tanya Shuford at twshuford@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
Summer Volleyball/Basketball Camp - July 9-12
Stuart/Justice High School will be hosting a 4-day Volleyball/Basketball Camp on July 9-12. The sessions will be held from 9:00am-11:30am (Volleyball) and 12:00-2:00pm (Basketball) for only $130. There are options to also attend only the morning or afternoon session. See attached form or contact Coach Sharon Ponton at sponton@fcps.edu.
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
Purchase A Yearbook - Only $30!
Purchase a yearbook today for only $30. Students can 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. Please contact Mr. Perella at maperella@fcps.edu if you have any questions.
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).
Yearbook Class Needs Photos of Your Child!
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! The deadline is March 23, 2018.
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.
Pictures can also be emailed to Mr. Perella. Parents and students can use this email address: maperella@fcps.edu. Students can also use this address: maperella@fcpsschools.net
SOL Testing Schedule
End of Year SOL Testing Schedule
Below is this year's SOL Testing Schedule. SOL testing will begin on May 8 and
conclude on May 23. All testing sessions will be held in the morning. Students
who will be observing Ramadan may be given the option to test at the beginning
of the spring SOL window (May 7-15) to avoid testing during the holiday. If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Nguessan at
senguessan@fcps.edu.
 Be Informed, Stay Involved!
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