Gunston Gazette - January 12, 2024

        Kristen Rucinski - Principal                Ebony Opie - Assistant Principal


Gunston Gazette


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Gunston Gazette is Available in Multiple Languages

If you would like to read this newsletter in your home language, please use the link below.

https://gunstones.fcps.edu/announcements/gunston-gazette



Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. Learn more about Martin Luther King Jr.


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Upcoming Events

January 15 - Martin Luther King Holiday-NO SCHOOL

January 19 Orthodox Epiphany (Cultural/Religious Observance)

January 25 - End of 2nd quarter; 2-hour early release

January 26 - Teacher Workday--NO SCHOOL for students

February 14 - Ernie Eagle Assembly

February 19 - Presidents Day - NO SCHOOL


2024-25 Kindergarten and New Student Registration

Kindergarten Registration for the 2024-2025 school year is open! FCPS is conducting its annual Survey of Preschool Children. The survey will be sent home to all families and can also be found here. If you have a child eligible for Kindergarten this August (rising Kindergarten students need to be 5 years old before September 30, 2023), please complete the form and return it to our office by March 29th.  If you have no need for the form, please check with your neighbors who may have children eligible for kindergarten and share this form with them.

Information pertaining to registration, including eligibility and forms is outlined on our student registration page on our school website  

All registrations are done by appointment only. Appointments are open now and continue throughout the summer.  Questions? Please contact our registrar, Alma Catin, 703-541-3600, ancatin@fcps.edu


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Tutor.com Can Help With More Than Homework

Tutor.com offers more than help with homework! This on-demand tutoring service also provides a comprehensive range of resources including exam prep for AP, SAT, and ACT tests at no cost to families. 

Students can take practice quizzes at any time. If they struggle in particular areas, they can immediately connect to a live tutor for help through voice or chat options. Learn more on the FCPS Tutor.com webpage.


Family Resource Center

Free Resources for Families

Did you know that caregivers can access free webinars, confidential consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities? 

Learn more about FCPS’ Family Resource Center (FRC).

Be the first to learn about new workshops by signing up for the FRC newsletter.


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Cold Weather is Here!

As temperatures drop, please be sure to send your children with coats and outerwear to keep them warm for outdoor activities.  Bringing these additional items to and from school means that the Lost & Found is growing!  Please be sure to label your student's items and encourage your child to check the Lost & Found for any missing items.


Updated Information:  Portrait of a Graduate

  • Newly updated: Public-facing POG pages on the FCPS website.Check out the newly updated pages for POG, POG POL, and a page for each of the five attributes. Pages include explanations of POG and ideas for discussion at home.


Be Informed, Stay Involved!