 Glasgow Community -
I hope you enjoyed the long weekend with people and activities you love as we honor those who have died while serving our country. I drove back to Ohio on Thursday night to visit my sister and ride Cedar Point’s new roller coaster, Steel Vengeance with my daughters, Claire and Regan. Check out the ride on Cedar Point’s website. https://www.cedarpoint.com/explore/steel-vengeance.
As we approach the final weeks of the school year, I want to draw your attention to the end of the year schedule and calendar below. As many of you know, the end of the year brings many exciting events and activities (Career Day, Awards Ceremonies, Field Days). It is important for me to remind all families that every year a few students make poor decisions that result in the loss of their end of the year activities. I am confident all students will make good decisions as we head towards the end of the year, but I also want to thank you in advance for having a conversation about choices and consequences at home.
This week, we will be meeting with all 8th grade students to promote the 8th grade dance and review expectations to ensure the event is huge success. The dance is June 8 from 6:30-8:30pm. You can view the presentation to students here: https://bit.ly/2kt7lbW.
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
May 31 - Last Day of After School Programming
June 1 - Panther Store
June 4, 6, 7 - End of Year Student Awards
June 5 - PTA Spotlight on Success
June 6 - Rising 9th Grade Activities Fair (@Stuart HS)
June 7 - Last Day of Late Busses
June 8 - 8th Grade End of the Year Dance
June 11, Art Show Reception 6:00PM
June 11-14 - Student Learning Plans
IMPORTANT DATES
Last Day of After School Programming – May 31
Glasgow’s After School Program will conclude this Thursday, May 31. Late buses will run until June 7, however students can only stay after school if invited by a teacher of staff member. After that date, students will need to be picked from school in a timely fashion or ride their normal afternoon bus at 2:15pm. If you have any questions please contact After School Specialist, Aaron Cannon acannon@fcps.edu.
Final Panther Store – June 1
It’s hard to believe, but we have only ONE Panther Store left this school year! Glasgow teachers and staff would like to end the school year STRONG with a surge of Panther Cards and are making a special effort to celebrate as many students as possible for the many wonderful examples of kindness, commitment and safety that so often go overlooked. If you are interested in volunteering, please signup below or email Jen Hitchcock (jenjim24@gmail.com) for more details: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c084aa4a92da0fc1-spring5
End of Year Student Awards – June 4, 6 and 7
It is hard to believe, but it is almost time for our end-of-year student award ceremonies! Each ceremony will take place after school in the cafeteria, and students will attend by invitation.
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6th Grade Awards – Monday, June 4
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7th Grade Awards - Wednesday, June 6
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8th Grade Awards – Thursday, June 7
If your student will be receiving an award, you will be notified via mail the week of May 30 . If you have any questions, please contact Randi Rosenberg at RERosenberg@fcps.edu or Curtiss Barnes at CRBarnes@fcps.edu.
Spotlight on Success - June 5, 6:30-8:00PM
Join the PTA and Glasgow staff at our annual celebration of many the wonderful things our teachers and students have accomplished together this year. It's an informal gathering of displays so attendees can wander the whole area and learn about what has been happening this year... and perhaps what they can participate in next year. The whole Glasgow community is invited, heavy hors-d'oeuvres will be served, and the whole event is free! Please check out the signup to volunteer at this fun event: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c084aa4a92da0fc1-spotlight
Rising 9th Grade Activities Fair - June 6
The transition from middle school to high school is an important time in a student’s education. A successful transition is often the key to success in ninth grade and beyond. The staff of Stuart/Justice High School is excited to be a part of this special time for your student and we are here to help facilitate a smooth transition.
On Wednesday, June 6, 2018 Stuart High School will host a Rising 9th Grade Activities Fair open to all parents and students interested in finding out more about our clubs, activities and athletic programs. The night will begin in the auditorium at 6:30 with a welcome message from Principal Penny Gros and Director of Student Activities Brian Garvey. Parents and students will then have an opportunity to visit the clubs, sports and activities of their choice in the main gym. The event will conclude at 8:00pm.
8th Grade Dance - June 8 from 6:30-8:30PM
The Glasgow Middle School Student Government Association (SGA) and PTA are excited to sponsor our annual 8th Grade Dance! This year, the 8th Grade Dance will be held on Friday, June 8 from 6:30-8:30PM in the Glasgow cafeteria.
Students can purchase tickets for $5 during lunch on Friday, June 1 and Monday, June 4. The ticket includes admission (DJ, photo booth, 8th grade slideshow), dinner from Chick-fil-A, a dessert table, snack, sodas, a glow stick and more! No tickets will be sold after this date or at the door.
Please note that the 8th Grade Dance is semi-formal. It is not a formal and should NOT be treated like prom. Students must be in attendance for the entire school day in order to attend the dance. All students must be transported to the dance by a parent or guardian and must be picked up by 8:30PM. Carpooling is acceptable. Students arriving in limos will be turned back home. This event is for Glasgow 8th graders only. No guests are permitted.
We look forward to celebrating this special event with our 8th grade class. It is always a very fun, festive and sentimental evening as we celebrate with students we have seen grow so much over their time at Glasgow! We hope to see your student there!
Student Art Show - June 11 from 6-7:30PM
The Glasgow Spring Art Show will be up in the lecture hall Monday, June 11 and Tuesday June 12. All Glasgow students and families are invited to attend the opening reception Monday, June 11 from 6:00-7:30pm in the lecture hall. Please email Dawn Gillis with any questions: drgillis@fcps.edu.
Student Learning Plans - June 11-14
On June 11 to June 14, Student Services will be providing academic and career lessons through 7th and 8th grade History and English classes to complete Student Learning Plans. These plans are started in middle school and follow the students throughout high school. Student will be working on strengths & career surveys, resume builders, and course plans for high school. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Blackwell at jblackwell@fcps.edu.
 Glasgow Goodies
Glasgow Students Earn 1st and 2nd Place - Robert H. Herndon Science Competition
For the second year in a row, Glasgow Middle School students earned first and second place for their science essays at the Aerospace Corporation’s annual Robert H. Herndon Memorial Science Competition.
Mera Seifu won first place for her essay titled “Why We Shouldn’t Ignore Pollution.” Nardos Demilew was awarded second place with her essay titled, “The Negative Consequences of an Artificial Intelligence Dominated World.” Congratulations to Mera, Nardos, and their mentor Angela DeHart.
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Article of the Week
Exercise Kids’ Minds
During the Summer
If students laze away the days of summer without using their minds, they can lose up to a month of learning—especially in reading and math. Stem the summer slide and keep your child engaged with these fun, brain-friendly activities. Link: https://www.naesp.org/sites/default/files/RtP_SummerLearning_1.pdf
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FCPS Cares
Do you know a Glasgow teacher or staff member who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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Reminders 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.
6th Grade Parent Information Night Presentation
Did you miss Rising 6th grade Parent Information Night? Did you attend, but wished you had written down something that you have forgot? Don’t worry, we recorded it. Please use the following link (https://youtu.be/DJ1YNqpc4Vo) to access the general session that was recorded during the event. If you have questions, please contact Carmon Golden, Director of Student Services at clgolden@fcps.edu.
Communicating SOL Scores
Students will receive their SOL scores in one comprehensive report after all scores have been finalized (most likely the end of June). Teachers will wait to discuss scores with any students until after score reports have been distributed. Please note that students who qualify for a retake will be notified by their teacher within several days of their first attempt. Students who qualify will receive a letter with more information about the retake process. As always, please let us know if you have any questions.
Jump Start Program - August 6-7 and 8-9
Glasgow Middle School will be hosting a FREE Jump Start program for rising 6th graders on August 6-7 and 8-9 to prepare them for their transition to middle school. This transition program is designed to both welcome and support 6th graders by assigning them an 8th grade leader as a mentor during this first year. This 8th grade leader is a responsible student who was hand selected from a large pool of applicants and has met the qualifications of being a good role model and a positive leader on our campus.
Students will get acclimated to their new school through a variety of activities. 8th grade leaders will guide students through a series of team-building activities that give students a chance to meet and interact with their new peers. In addition, students will be led on a guided tour of the building and classrooms, as well as ask other important questions they may have before school begins.
Moreover, Jump Start is designed to alleviate any anxiety and concerns students may have about attending a new school and get them excited about the opportunities that await them at Glasgow Middle School. Students can attend one of the two sessions offered this summer. Session 1 runs August 6th & 7th, and Session 2 runs August 8th & 9th, both sessions will be from 8:00am – 12:00pm.
To register for this program, visit the following link: https://goo.gl/forms/PLodxqgNe3rCSLvn1. If you have any questions, please contact Steve McFarlane at swmcfarlane@fcps.edu.
 Be Informed, Stay Involved!
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