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As a reminder, tomorrow marks the official end of the First Quarter, and students will be dismissed two hours early. As we wrap up this quarter, it is an opportunity to reflect with your middle schooler on their daily routines, particularly their on-time arrival to class. Please take a few minutes to talk with your student about being in class promptly and help them set an attendance and punctuality goal for Quarter 2!
We are also beyond proud to announce an extraordinary achievement for our music department. Glasgow Middle School has been named a Southern Division winner of the National Band Association’s Blue Ribbon Program of Excellence Award! Glasgow is the only middle school in the Southern Division and one of just two middle schools nationwide to receive this division honor this year. The National Band Association created this initiative to recognize high-standard band programs, and a panel selected Glasgow following a comprehensive review of recordings from our Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Solo and Ensemble groups, along with our All-District participation and repertoire over the past three years. As a division winner, Glasgow is now automatically under consideration for the National Program of Excellence Blue Ribbon Award, which will be announced this December in Chicago. Please join me in congratulating our stellar student musicians and band directors on this tremendous national recognition!
Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we celebrate a fantastic end to Quarter 1.
Lisa Barrow - Principal
Important Dates
Friday, October 30 2 hour early release, end of Quarter 1
Monday, November 2 Student Holiday
Tuesday, November 3 Student Holiday
Friday, November 13 Cultural Heritage Night
Tuesday, November 17 PTA Meeting
Friday, November 20 Fall Play
Saturday, November 21 Fall Play
November 25 to 27 Thanksgiving Break
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place on this day.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
Student Prayer Accommodations
Wintertime is coming and with the resetting of our clocks, students who observe afternoon prayer may not make it home in time for afternoon prayer with their families. Starting on November 2nd, we will be offering afternoon prayer opportunities at school before dismissal each day for students who require accommodations. If you would like a prayer accommodation for your child during the winter months, please complete this google form google form. Your child will be given a pass to dismiss at a specific time before dismissal each day to use the prayer space. Please note: students who are granted prayer accommodation will miss the last 10 minutes of instruction for their last class of the day. Additionally, the accommodation can be revoked if students do not utilize it appropriately. If a prayer accommodation is revoked, you will be contacted by your child's administrator with an explanation.
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Fall Cross Country Volunteer Appreciation 💙
We have officially completed our regular-season meets for the 2026–2027 school year! Our student-athletes have worked hard throughout the season, and we are proud of their dedication, determination, and teamwork.
🏆 Up Next: Cross Country Championship Race!
📅 Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Location: Liberty Middle School
6801 Union Mill Rd, Clifton, VA 20124
A heartfelt thank-you to all our parents, families, and volunteers for your time, contributions, and continued support throughout the season. Your support has helped us provide a positive and successful experience for our student-athletes.
We will be in touch with the families of student-athletes who qualified for the Championship Race with additional information and details.
Thank you for supporting our Cross Country team! We truly appreciate our amazing families and all you do to make this season a success. 💙
Go Cross Country! 🏃♀️🏃♂️💙
Friday, November 13 (6-8pm)
Join us for an evening celebrating the many cultures that make up the Glasgow community! dressed in traditional clothing from your culture and be ready to enjoy a night of community, food, and fun!
Click here to see a video featuring clips from past years!
Want to participate? We are still looking for some volunteers to bring food to share and help with setup and cleanup! Sign up here.
Questions? Contact Cori Evans at acevans23@aol.com or Ms. Cooper at amcooper2@fcps.edu
GMS Cultural Heritage Night is on Nov. 13 from 6-8 p.m. Sign up HERE to showcase your cultural heritage or help at the event.
The next PTA meeting is on Tuesday, Nov 17, 7pm. The meeting will be virtual; Spanish translation will be available. Link will be share soon.
Check out the schedule of upcoming school events, holidays, and important dates for the entire academic year.
Calendar of Events -
📅 Mark Your Calendar
October 2026
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Oct 30: FCPS End of Quarter 1 (2-Hour Early Release)
November 2026
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Nov 2: FCPS Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)
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Nov 3: FCPS Student Holiday (Election Day / Staff Planning Day)
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Nov 13 (6:00–8:00 PM): Cultural Heritage Night
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Nov 17 (7:00 PM): PTA Meeting
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Nov 25–27: FCPS Thanksgiving Break (No School)
December 2026
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Dec 2 (6:00-8:00pm): Math Literacy Night
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Dec 12 (6:30–8:30 PM): Snowball Dance
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Dec 21 – Jan 1: FCPS Winter Break (No School)
Questions? Ideas! Email the Glasgow PTA any time at glasgowpta.va@gmail.com
Join the PTA! As an educator ($5), individual ($15) or GMS family ($25) – joining the PTA allows you to vote on important issues and shows support for the PTA’s work. There is no further commitment! https://glasgowms.givebacks.com/store.
SAVE THE DATE: Myth-Understood written by Jackie Martin.
Fall Play is November 20th at 7:00PM and November 21st at 6:00PM.
Tickets are 8.00 and will be sold at the door and on ETIX.com
Join us on a memorable quest as two teens have to write a report on Greek Mythology when they get a visit from Hermes, the messenger of the Gods and Godesses. As these memorable characters retell their myths to the students in a more favorable way. Will the Gods and Godesses get people to worship them once again? I guess you will just have to come to the show to see!
TJ Investigative Science Outreach is a student-led organization at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. We will be hosting our 14th annual Invitational Science Fair in mid-April, and would like to invite 5th-8th graders from your school to participate.
Participants will complete a research project of their choice and present it in-person at the fair in April.
Our first interest/information session for prospective students and their parents is November 11th, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. We will be holding this session virtually through Zoom. During this session, we will go over the goals and guidelines of the fair and introduce students to a multitude of project ideas. All interested students should sign up using the form at the link: https://tinyurl.com/TJISOinterest2627 (OR) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRLUYEP9rndkQTy2Vkc9n9mymuQSp8yNDkegdZC0vpQEE6Cw/viewform
If you have any questions or concerns, please email us back. Feel free to check out our website at tjsciencefair.wordpress.com or email us at tjhsstsciencefair@gmail.com.
We are pleased to announce the final boundary community meeting for all families in the Annandale, Falls Church, Justice, and McLean pyramids. (In the McLean Pyramid, Timber Lane Elementary School is the only boundary being studied.) The purpose of this meeting is to provide an update on the draft scenario(s) previously presented, based on input and analysis to date.
Please join us on Wednesday, November 11, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Falls Church High School. Register to attend by clicking in person or virtual, based on how you would like to participate. Registration is not required, but it does help with our planning.
Childcare and language interpretation will be available as needed.
ParentVUE Mobile App Is Here
- Maintain Access to Your Child’s Grades and Assignments: Download the New ParentVUE App
New ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile apps launched in July. Be sure to download the new app before winter break. After that time, you will need to use the new mobile app or a web browser to access ParentVUE or StudentVUE.
For instructions on installing the new apps and learning more about the updated login process, visit ParentVUE and StudentVUE mobile app resources. If you need assistance, please submit a Parent Support Request.
Follow FCPS on WhatsApp
Is WhatsApp one of the ways you stay connected with family, friends, and your community? Now you can use it to stay connected with FCPS, too.
Follow the new FCPS WhatsApp Channel for helpful information and reminders throughout the school year, including important announcements, upcoming dates, tips for families, and more.
Cellphones and Personal Devices
Students may only use a personal device if it is required as part of a necessary accommodation in the students’ Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan. A principal or the principal’s designee may approve a limited, course-specific exception for students enrolled in a specialized class when the curriculum requires a technology tool or software that isn’t available on a standard FCPS-issued device. Learn more on the FCPS website.
Set Screen Time Limits and Monitor Online Activity With Lightspeed
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Set Screen Time Limits and Monitor Online Activity With LightspeedThe free Lightspeed Parent Portal makes it easy for you to see and manage how your child uses their FCPS-issued device outside of school hours. New Lightspeed Parent Portal features for this school year include:
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Schedules: Pause or restrict internet access during specific times, such as during homework time, family dinners, weekends, or bedtime.
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Web Rules: Block specific websites you don’t want your child accessing at home.
Be sure to check your email (subject line: “Filter Portal Weekly Report”) each Sunday for the Lightspeed Student Online Activity Report, a weekly summary of the websites your child has visited. Learn more about Lightspeed Parent Reports.
- Help Your Student Stay Focused and Engaged Without Digital Distractions
Please remind your student that personal electronic communication or computing devices should be off and personally stored (i.e., in backpacks) for the duration of the school day: bell to bell.
This includes personal laptops, tablets, smartwatches, smartphones, and similar devices. Students can only use FCPS-issued devices for school-related digital activities during the instructional day. There are exceptions for students with disabilities and those enrolled in specific courses.
If you need to reach your student during the school day, please call the school’s front office. Learn more about the FCPS cellphone policy and device policy.
- Encouraging Regular Attendance
Regular attendance is a good habit to establish in childhood. It can lead to greater success in high school, college, and careers. Teachers and students miss your child when they can’t make it to school. If you or your family need support, please reach out to your school's front office. We are here for you!
If students miss too much school, school staff may reach out to the family to partner with them on addressing barriers to regular attendance. Visit the FCPS website for attendance resources.
Upcoming Flu Shot Events
FCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will be providing flu shots for all FCPS students, ages 18 and under, with no out-of-pocket costs. Multiple events will be taking place at designated FCPS locations. Additional dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary.
- Student Bus Passes Offer Free Transportation
All Fairfax County middle and high school students can get a Student Bus Pass SmarTrip card to ride the Fairfax Connector and Fairfax CUE buses for free! With the pass, fares are free from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week, all year. Learn more about the Student Pass and access the application, which can be returned to the front office.
Additionally, our students can ride Metrobus for free! Visit the Fairfax County website for details, approved Metrobus routes, and the application.
Children 12 and younger ride for free on the Fairfax Connector with a paying adult.
Bus Discount Program for AdultsFairfax Connector’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program (TRIP) provides 50% off fares for low-income residents ages 18-65. Learn more about the TRIP program and how to apply.
Join us for a fun Pepe rally night to get everyone excited about basketball!! We are really looking forward to share with the community and school spirit. Please plan to attend!
 We are the Panthers! Show your Panther Pride!
The Justice Pyramid believes 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.
Please visit our Website at https://glasgowms.fcps.edu/
and Follow Us on Instagram @glasgowms.panthers!
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