Glasgow Parents and Community:
Greetings! I hope everyone is having a peaceful Sunday. This weekend I finished another book called “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson and spent time in Richmond Virginia serving on the VAESP Board as the state's middle school representative.
Per FCPS Policy, Glasgow provides accommodations for students who request time and space during the school day for prayer. Students may have the opportunity to pray for the last 15 minutes of the day in designated, supervised areas of our school. Students interested in this opportunity for prayer should come to Student Services to pick up a prayer pass.
FCPS is committed to raising awareness about the opioid epidemic with our educators, parents/caregivers, and students. Together, we can help ensure our students thrive.
What can families do?
- Show you disapprove of underage drinking and other drug misuse. More than 80% of young people ages 10-18 say their parents are the leading influence on their decision whether to drink.
- Show you care about your child’s health, wellness, and success.
- Show you are a good source of information about alcohol and other drugs. Find helpful resources on the FCPS Opioid Awareness webpage.
- Pay attention to your child and discourage risky behaviors.
- Build your child’s skills and strategies for avoiding drinking and drug use. Talk with your child about what they would do if faced with a decision about alcohol and drugs, such as texting a code word to a family member or practicing how they will say, “No thanks.”
Visit FCPS’ website for more information.
Humbly,
Victor L. Powell, Principal
Contact Information:
Email: vlpowell@fcps.edu
Twitter: @VictorLeonPowe1
Website: http://www.fcps.edu/GlasgowMS/
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February is Black History Month |
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS. Learn more about Black History Month.
We had an amazing District Honors Orchestra event at Hayfield Secondary School. The following students played under the direction of Carrie Lane Gruselle who is one of the most famous school orchestra composers!
We are so fortunate to have these talented students here at Glasgow Middle School. They worked so hard and represented us well. Thank you for your continued support of these students and their passion and talent.
Julianna Revollo-Aguilar, Violin I
Amen Gashawbeza, Violin I
Naomi Lan Diephouse, Violin II
Adriana Castillo, Viola Kiran Kane, Viola Kate Bailey, Viola Sofia Machale, Viola
Wyatt Balthis, Cello
Melina Derrick, Bass
Academic Advising and Course Selection
Rising 7th-12th grade students are discussing course selection for next year with their school counselors. Parents/caregivers should discuss this process with their children to ensure students select courses that align with their interests, career goals, and postsecondary aspirations.
As they choose courses, students should also consider their personal well-being, as well as extracurricular activities and commitments. School-life balance is an important consideration. Parents/caregivers are welcome to contact their student’s school counselor with questions.
Review the Graduation Requirements and Course Planning webpage to help make informed decisions for high school and beyond. Refer to our school-specific course catalog and advising information.
Stay Tuned for more information from Justice HS about their rising 9th grade Night!
Glasgow Middle School Course Selection
The course selection process for the 2024-2025 school year is beginning! This week, Rising 7th and 8th grade Glasgow students will receive lessons about course options. Counselors will be meeting with students for academic advising throughout January and February in their Social Studies/History and Health/PE classes. Once students begin academic advising, course selection previews will be available in SIS ParentVue and SIS StudentVue by selecting “Course Request”. Please talk with your child about the classes that they want to take. Rising 9th grade students will meet with counselors later in the month of February. Stay tuned to future Gazettes for more information for students and families about course offerings at Glasgow!
Rising 6th grade Curriculum Night
Glasgow will be holding its first IN PERSON middle school transition/curriculum night event for families of rising 6th graders who will attend Glasgow on Wednesday January 24th from 6pm - 8:30pm (Snow date January 31st). Families with students who will be in 6th grade at Glasgow next year are invited to attend.. Students are welcome to come with their families to this event. Please be sure to share with anyone you know who has a rising 6th grader who will be attending Glasgow next year.
Student Prayer Opportunities
Per FCPS Policy, Glasgow provides accommodations for students who request time and space during the school day for prayer. Students may have the opportunity to pray for the last 15 minutes of the day in designated, supervised areas of our school. Students interested in this opportunity for prayer should come to Student Services to pick up a prayer pass.
How to Access Free Resources from Tutor.com |
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FCPS students continue to have unlimited access to live, 24/7, one-on-one online tutoring services through Tutor.com at no cost to families. Student participation is optional and parents/guardians can opt their student(s) out of accessing the services.
Detailed information and FAQs are available on the Tutor.com Online Tutoring Services webpage.
Students can access Tutor.com via a link in Schoology. Additional information about how to log in and access a tutor is provided to families via the following: Middle & High - How It Works. Questions not answered in the posted resources may be sent to OnlineTutoring@fcps.edu.
IAAT Assessment for Grade 6 Students
The Iowa Algebra Aptitude Test (IAAT) assesses a student’s algebra aptitude. FCPS students who access a Sixth Grade Advanced Math curriculum will take the IAAT during the winter testing window (February 26 - March 1, 2024). Results from this assessment are used as one component of the course placement process for Algebra 1 Honors in Grade 7.
Parents/guardians of students eligible to take the IAAT will receive a notification letter and opt-out form. Printable PDFs of notifications and opt-out forms are available in eight languages on the IAAT webpage.
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New Food Sharing Guidelines |
FCPS Get2Green has announced new food sharing guidelines to help schools reduce waste and help address food insecurity. Food sharing reduces waste and allows students to donate unopened and uneaten food to fellow classmates or a local food bank or food pantry. Food sharing can reduce food waste in the cafeteria and help address food insecurity concerns
The new guidelines add a process for schools to host share tables to share food within a school. There is also an updated Memorandum of Understanding for food sharing with external partner organizations and safety guidelines for ensuring healthy practices. Explore the updated FCPS Food Sharing Guidelines.
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