Glasgow Parents and Community:
Greetings!
Summer is quickly approaching, and VIP (Value in Prevention) Camp staff is once again planning a summer of fun! VIP Camp is open to rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Registration will go live on March 12th, 2024. More information will follow in the coming weeks. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Williams gwilliams2@fcps.edu.
New Club Alert: The Algebra Readiness Club is intended for students to:
- Explore different ways to solve problems without being told how to do it.
- Develop skills to collaborate with others to solve problems.
- Communicate their thinking about solving a problem using mathematical language.
- Make sure they master the basic skills they will need in algebra to be successful.
Humbly,
Victor L. Powell, Principal
Contact Information:
Email: vlpowell@fcps.edu
Twitter: @VictorLeonPowe1
Website: http://www.fcps.edu/GlasgowMS/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlasgowMS.FCPS/
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Morning Drop Off Kiss and Ride
When dropping your child off in the mornings, please use the kiss and ride lane and drop students off at the front of the building. Dropping students off in the back by the buses or in the parking lot is dangerous and puts your child’s safety at risk. We realize that the kiss and ride lane can back up, so we will provide students with EXCUSED TARDY passes, if students are late due to the length of the kiss and ride lane. We do ask that all cars pull as far up as they can when dropping off, so that more students can get out of the car on the sidewalk, Thank you for your help with this.
Track and Field Season
First ever Track and Field season is approaching and we’re looking for ONE more coach! Whether you are a FCPS staff or not, a seasoned veteran or not, all are welcome! Coaches will be provided with detailed training plans for all the events (100m, 200m, 400, 800m, 1600m, long jump, shot put) and all the information/equipment needed will also be provided. Practices will be twice a week at GMS and competition will be held on Saturdays mornings. This is a perfect opportunity to be a part of history and make a difference as this will be the first ever season of Track and Field for GMS. If you’re interested in coaching the Track & Field team for Glasgow Middle School, please contact John Lee (jjlee4@fcps.edu) or Greg Williams (gwilliams2@fcps.edu)! Season begins in April!
Save the Date – Wednesday, February 28th at 5PM:
Glasgow is proud to announce the start of our new Track & Field team. Join our virtual interest meeting on Wednesday, February 28th, at 5PM, as we give you a sneak peek into the requirements and key dates for the thrilling season ahead, kicking off this April.
Glasgow MS Track & Field Interest Meeting
After School Closure Date Change
Please take note of the change. Due to a schedule change, we will offer After School on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024 and will not offer After School Programs on Thursday, March 7th, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Williams gwilliams2@fcps.edu.
New Club Alert: Expressive Art Club
Come explore your inner artist on Monday’s with Ms. Millsap and Ms. Ivey. Think you can’t draw or paint?! Wrong! Come explore art and the processes we use to create art. We will do 2-D and 3-D projects. Most importantly we will provide a fun atmosphere, creative projects, and an opportunity to make new friends. Check out the cool posters around school as a reminder!
The Algebra Readiness Club
The Algebra Readiness Club is intended for students to:
- Explore different ways to solve problems without being told how to do it.
- Develop skills to collaborate with others to solve problems.
- Communicate their thinking about solving a problem using mathematical language.
- Make sure they master the basic skills they will need in algebra to be successful.
George Mason University Early Identification Program Now Accepting Nominations for the 2024-2025 School Year
The Early Identification Program (EIP) is a multiyear (five year), college preparatory program for students who will be the first in their family to attend a four-year college in the United States. EIP is a collaborative effort between Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and George Mason University (GMU). The EIP is one of three programs that comprise the College Success Programs in FCPS. The EIP goes from 8th grade through 12th grade.
To meet the EIP nomination criteria, students must:
- Be a 7th Grade student in a FCPS school that offers the EIP.
- Be the FIRST in the family to pursue a four-year college degree in the United States.
- Have the academic potential to enroll in a pre-college curriculum in high school, taking advanced level courses.
- Be nominated by a school counselor, teacher, or caring adult to the EIP school-based sponsor at their Middle School.
Deadline for nominations: February 29, 2024.
For questions or more information, please contact Ms. Sorto-Sanchez bsortosanche@fcps.edu. 703-813-8743.
WEBSITES:
GMU: https://eip.gmu.edu/
FCPS:https://www.fcps.edu/academics/academic-overview/college-success-program/early-identification-program-eip
Visits from Justice High School Counselors
Justice Counselors will be back on February 26th & 27th to meet with students individually to finalize their requests. Students attending Edison HS will have counselor visits on Wednesday February 7th and Falls Church HS will also meet with School Counselors sometime later in the month of February. More information to come on that.
Resources to help with planning through High School:
If you have any questions, please reach out to Rachel Margolis, 8th grade School Counselor at rdmargolis@fcps.edu.
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!
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Snowball Dance
The 6th and 7th grade Snowball Dance (Hosted by the Glasgow PTA) has been rescheduled for February 24th (6:30pm-9pm). Glasgow students can purchase tickets for $2 in the cafeteria every morning before first class OR email Ms. Cooper at amcooper2@fcps.edu. Parents/Caregivers who are interested in volunteering or donating supplies can sign up here!
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🥁 Sign Up for FCPS Summer Camps and Learning Programs
Registration is now open for several summer camps and learning opportunities offered by Fairfax County Public Schools for all students.
Career and Technical Education (CTE) camps and Institute for the Arts camps will be held in July at Lake Braddock Secondary School from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bus transportation will be available from select FCPS middle and high schools.
CTE programs are available for grade 6-11 students to explore CTE program areas, develop skills, and begin career exploration. IFTA allows students to select from nearly 90 classes in art, dance, health and physical education 9, music, and theater. Visit the IFTA webpage to register.
Summer Learning
Programs are also available for high school students to fulfill the Economics and Personal Finance course requirement, earn a high school course credit via this summer’s online campus program, or recover one high school course credit through the Credit Recovery Academy.
FCPS’ free online class for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) provides FCPS middle and high school English Learners the opportunity to continue developing their academic, reading, and writing skills in online discussions with an ESOL teacher.
Find session dates, registration links, and registration deadlines on FCPS summer programs.
🥁 Inscríbase en los campamentos de verano y programas de aprendizaje de FCPS
Las inscripciones ya están abiertas para varios campamentos de verano y oportunidades de aprendizaje que ofrecen las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Fairfax para todos los estudiantes.
Los campamentos de Educación Profesional y Técnica (CTE) y los campamentos del Instituto para las Artes se llevarán a cabo en julio en la Escuela Secundaria de Lake Braddock de 8:30 a.m. a 2 p.m. Habrá transporte en autobús disponible desde escuelas intermedias y secundarias selectas de FCPS.
Los programas CTE están disponibles para estudiantes de grados 6-11 para explorar áreas de programas CTE, desarrollar habilidades, y empezar a explorar carreras. IFTA les permite a los estudiantes seleccionar de casi 90 clases en arte, baile, salud y educación física, música, y teatro. Visite la página web de IFTA para inscribirse.
Programas de aprendizaje durante el veranoTambién hay programas disponibles para estudiantes de secundaria para cumplir con el requisito del curso de Economía y Finanzas Personales, ganar un crédito de curso de secundaria a través del programa de cursos en línea de este verano, o recuperar un crédito de curso de secundaria a través de la Academia de Recuperación de Crédito.
La clase gratuita en línea de FCPS Inglés para Personas que Hablan Otros Idiomas (ESOL) ofrece a los estudiantes que están aprendiendo Inglés en las escuelas intermedias y secundarias de FCPS la oportunidad de continuar desarrollando sus habilidades académicas, de lectura y escritura en discusiones en línea con un maestro de ESOL.
Vea las fechas de las sesiones, los enlaces de inscripción y las fechas de vencimiento de inscripción para los programas de verano de FCPS.
Winter weather & appropriate Clothing
As we enter the winter months, cold weather will be in the forecast. We want to make sure all students are prepared for the cold weather as they wait at the bus stop, play outside for recess, and make their way home at the end of the day. Please make sure you are sending students to school with their winter coats, gloves, hats, and scarfs. If your child is in need of a winter coat, please reach out to our Student Services Department at Glasgow MS.
Please see the National Weather Service (NWS) website for information on cold weather safety.
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.
FBA/BIP Essentials for Families
Does your child have concerning behaviors at school? Did you know that there is a process to identify and support your child at school?
Join us to learn about the FBA and BIP process and how it is used in FCPS to support any student who experiences behavioral challenges.
- Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) is a process to determine the underlying cause or functions of a student’s behavior that impedes social, emotional, and academic learning.
- Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) is a plan that utilizes positive behavioral interventions and supports to address behaviors that interfere with learning.
Staff from the Office of Special Education Instruction, Office of Intervention and Prevention Services, and Office of Special Education Procedural Support will be presenting and sharing information.
February 29, 2024, 6:30-8 p.m. Add to Your Calendar
Register for FBA/BIP Essentials for Families
Yearbook Orders
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