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Mark Your Calendars!
Due to the need to accommodate polling locations at our schools and worksites for the Virginia statewide election, FCPS schools will be closed for students on Tuesday, April 21.
Friday, March 27 - End of 3rd Quarter - 2 hour early release
March 30 - April 3 - Spring Break - School Closed
Monday, April 6 - Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
Friday, April 10 - School Planning Day - Student Holiday
Tuesday, April 21 - Election Day - School Closed
The entire 2025-2026 FCPS Calendar can be found here.
Glasgow will offer after-school tutoring to help students prepare for the SOL tests in Reading, Math, and Grade 8 Science. Students will review important skills and practice test-taking strategies for each subject.
The program will run April 7 through April 30, Monday–Thursday during first session of After School Program.
Please encourage your student to sign up and participate. Families can register online the same way they sign up for other after-school programs.
Thank you for supporting your student’s success.
Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is gearing up to honor and celebrate its military-connected youth in April, the Month of the Military Child, and on Purple Up! Day!
This year, Virginia will celebrate Purple Up! Day on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Purple Up! Day is a special day for communities to come together and wear purple as a visible gesture of support for our military-connected youth and their families. Purple symbolizes the combined colors of all branches of the military.
FCPS Purple Up! T-shirts and other items are available for purchase now through Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in our Custom Ink online store. These items highlight our gratitude and appreciation for our 14,500 military-connected students and their families. #PurpleUpFCPS!
For more information and/or to connect with FCPS resources, email us at militaryfamilies@fcps.edu.
News From After School Program
It’s hard to believe the school year is almost over! As a reminder, the last day of the after-school program will be Thursday, May 21, 2026.
If you have a rising 6th–8th grader, VIP Camp is still accepting applications. The camp will run from July 1–July 30, 2026. If you're interested, please click the link to sign up: https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/activities/middle-school-student-activities/vip-summer-camp
For more information about VIP Camp, please click the link: https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/activities/middle-school-student-activities/vip-summer-camp
VIP Camp (Value in Prevention)
VIP Camp is Almost Here!
We’re excited to announce that VIP Camp for rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders is just around the corner!
VIP Camp Registration
VIP Camp registration will go live tonight March 17th, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Please click the link below to access our FCPS page, where you’ll find FAQs and registration information: https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/activities/middle-school-student-activities/vip-summer-camp If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mr. Williams at gwilliams2@fcps.edu.
📅 Dates: July 1, 2026 – July 30, 2026
🕗 Time: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday
🚌 Transportation provided
🍳 Breakfast and lunch provided
Be sure to mark your calendars — spots may fill quickly!
 Spanish Translation
SPRING TRACK
Glasgow Families,
Spring Track & Field Registration
Glasgow Middle School will be participating in the FCPS Middle School Spring Track & Field season this spring. If your student is interested, complete the registration using the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSePOAqHDBQDfgXF-hTSMElJZx3gGq_pzWUa6Gi_a6-94ZD0Ag/viewform
All participants must have a current physical on file before practices and/or meets. Here's the required PPE form: https://www.fcps.edu/system/files/forms/2024-07/ms_sports_ppe_form_003.pdf
Questions? Contact Mr. Williams gwilliams2@fcps.edu
First Practice: Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Practice Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1st Block (2:40–3:40 PM)
Please note that students must attend at least 4 practices before they are eligible to compete in their first meet.
Meet Schedule
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Saturday, April 25, 2026 – Mt. Vernon High School
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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 – Thomas Jefferson Science & Technology High School
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Saturday, May 9th, 2026, – West Potomac High School
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Saturday, May 16th, 2026 – Hayfield Secondary School
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Saturday, May 30, 2026 – Robinson High School (Final Meet)
Important Reminder
All students must have:
- A current physical
- Doctor-signed paperwork
- All required PPE forms completed and submitted (PPE Forms)
We’re looking forward to a fantastic season! Please let us know if you have any questions.
Special Education Family Conference: Registration Open, Volunteers Needed
The 2026 Special Education Family Conference, Stronger Together: Connecting Families and Schools, will take place on Saturday, April 18, at Marshall High School. During this no-cost, in-person event, families will have the opportunity to hear a keynote address from internationally renowned educator and advocate, Dr. Shelley Moore, connect to resources and other families, and participate in afternoon sessions.
FCPS families are invited to register to attend this year’s conference. Childcare, accommodations, and language interpretation are available.
Families are also invited to register to serve as an event volunteer by Thursday, March 19. Volunteer hours will be awarded to student volunteers.
Visit the FCPS 2026 Special Education Family Conference webpage for updates and more details.
Conferencia Familiar de Educación Especial: Inscripciones Abiertas, se Necesitan Voluntarios
La Conferencia Familiar de Educación Especial 2026, Juntos Somos más Fuertes: Conectando a Familias y Escuelas, se llevará a cabo el sábado 18 de abril, en la Escuela Secundaria Marshall. Este es un evento gratuito, en persona, durante el cual las familias tendrán la oportunidad de escuchar la presentación de la maestra y activista, internacionalmente reconocida, Dra. Shelley Moore, podrán encontrar recursos útiles y participar en sesiones interesantes por la tarde.
Las familias de FCPS están invitadas a inscribirse y asistir a la conferencia de este año. Estarán disponibles los servicios de Cuidado de Niños y de interpretación en otros idiomas, habrá comodidades para personas con discapacidades.
Las familias también están invitadas a registrarse para servir como voluntarios del evento antes del jueves 19 de marzo. Se otorgarán horas de voluntariado a los estudiantes que participen como voluntarios.
Visite la página web de la Conferencia Familiar de Educación Especial de FCPS del 2026 para que encuentre actualizaciones y otros detalles.
Justice HS students are currently organizing a project to promote literacy, and would like to formally invite the community of students, staff, faculty, and families to our English Activities Fair on Thursday, April 16 at Justice High School in the Little Theater from 5PM-7PM. Students will have the opportunity to interact with literary clubs at Justice HS, learn about Justice’s own publications, engage with local authors, and participate in fun immersive literary related activities. We ask that all students are always accompanied by an adult as this is a family event.
Health Sciences Exploration Camp
June 22nd-26th, 2026
For Student Entering Grades 6-10 in Fall 2026
Dive into the world of health sciences with
hands-on experiences that inspire creativity
and foster skills. Students will engage in
dynamic activities and learn from professionals
in the field, preparing them for future careers.
Single Session-$90
Both Sessions-$160
Enroll in one session to participate in two programs
Enroll in both sessions to experience all four programs
Students enrolled in both sessions will remain on campus and
must bring a lunch
No transportation is provided
Limited spots available
Registrations close on June 1st or when spots
are filled
Register through MYSCHOOLBUCKS
For questions, contact our Academy School Counselor,
Emarinn Oundee, at EAOUNDEE@fcps.edu
Justice Pyramid of Schools believe that…
Working as a collaborative community, we cultivate a strong sense of belonging and joy, fostering high expectations while providing access to opportunities that fuel the growth and success of every student, empowering families to thrive.
We are the Panthers! Show your Panther Pride!
Please visit our Website at https://glasgowms.fcps.edu/
and Follow Us on Instagram @glasgowms.panthers!
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