GMS 05/20/2026

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Mark Your Calendars!

Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day - Holiday

Tuesday, May 26 - Teacher Workday - No school - Student Holiday 

Wednesday, May 27 - Eid al-Adha - Holiday

Wednesday, June 17 - Last Day of School - 2 hour early release

The entire 2025-2026 FCPS Calendar can be found here.

End of the School Year Important Dates for Glasgow MS

June 2 & 3   Band Spring Concert

June 4         Chorus Spring Concert

June 6         8th Grade Dance

June 8 & 9   Laptop and charger Collection (more info soon)

June 16th     Field Day (more info soon)

 

There will not be a message next week due to the holidays.  Please stay tune for our next Newsletter the first week of June! 

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

 

Free Sports Physicals @ Justice HS

Justice High School will be offering sports physicals on June 10

Registration for sports physicals at Justice High School is now open! You will receive a confirmation email within 72 hours of registering for your appointment. Please do not submit duplicate registrations. If you have questions, email Korey Berg at kbberg@fcps.edu. All proceeds benefit the Justice athletic training program. We thank you for your support!

Register for an appointment by clicking here

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News from PTA

Calling All Glasgow MS Parents/Guardians: Consider Applying for PTA Board Leadership Roles

As we begin planning for the upcoming school year (2026-2027), the Glasgow PTA is excited to open the nomination process for our PTA Board positions: President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary. 

Serving on the PTA Board is a meaningful way to support our school community, collaborate with dedicated parents and staff, and help shape the experiences of our students. Whether you’ve been involved with the PTA for years or are looking to take a more active role, we encourage you to consider applying.

Each position plays an important role. No matter your background or experience level, your perspective and commitment can make a difference. If you’re interested (or know anyone that might be) or would like to learn more about any of these roles, please don’t hesitate to reach out - glasgowpta.va@gmail.com. We’d be happy to answer questions and help you find the best fit.

Thank you for your continued support of our school community! R

Remember 8th Grade Dance (June 6th). 

Ice Cream

Jake's Ice Cream Fundraiser

Thursday, June 4, 4-8pm

Go to Jake's Ice Cream in Barcroft Plaza and order an ice cream, drink, t-shirt, or anything as 10% of all purchases during the event will go to Glasgow PTA.

News from Student Services

Course Change Requests – 2026-2027 school year

At Glasgow, our priority is to ensure students are registered for classes that are an appropriate match to their academic needs and interests. Please fill out this form if you or your student would like to request a change to their Schedule Request. You can view course requests in Student VUE and Parent VUE under "Schedule Request". Requests will only be approved if there is availability in the course. Many of the electives are full and we cannot add students to some courses at this time. You will receive communication regarding the status of the request after the deadline. The deadline to fill out the form is May 22.

Student Ambassador Program

Its recruitment time for student ambassadors. Please see the information below and if we can post it on our website, news you choose, and panther pulse, that would be great. Current ambassadors MUST re-apply to show interest for next year!

Description: Are you a student who wants to help our new students when they start at Glasgow. Do you want to be a role model and develop your leadership skills? You should apply and become a student ambassador for next SY 26-27.

Who can apply: 6th and 7th graders only 

Deadline: May 29th 

Application link: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/18amnWKtA303X4Xox0ApIgW4ZhF9yf7RRRm7rTcDy7Ek/preview 

Contact: Please see Ms. Sorto-Sanchez for questions.


News From After School Program

 Last Day of After-School & Summer Camp Opportunity

Hello Glasgow families,

It’s hard to believe we’ve completed another year of after-school programming! Thank you for allowing your student(s) to participate in the program this year. It has been a pleasure getting to know and work with your children, and we truly appreciate your support throughout the year.

We hope your student enjoyed the activities, friendships, and experiences they shared during the program. Watching them learn, grow, and have fun has been incredibly rewarding.

If you’re looking for summer activities and fun for your student(s), please register them for VIP Camp. Spaces are almost full, so please do not wait. VIP Camp will run from July 1st–July 30th, 2026.

For additional information and to access the registration form, please click the link below.

https://www.fcps.edu/get-involved/activities/middle-school-student-activities/vip-summer-camp

 

Thank you again for being part of our after-school community. We wish you and your family a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable summer!

Best Regards,

Mr. Williams


FCPS Athletic Participation

Registration for FCPS athletic preparticipation exams (physicals) is now open: APPOINTMENT REGISTRATION

All middle and high school students interested in participating in school athletic programs MUST have a valid athletic physical on file with their school prior to participating.  All rising middle school students, specifically those who will be in 7th or 8th grade (and rising 6th graders at Poe, Glasgow, and Holmes middle schools) next school year (2026-2027) interested in participating in the middle school sports program are eligible to receive a FREE athletic physical exam through these events.

Athletic physicals are coordinated by the certified athletic trainers at our FCPS high schools and are only available at the dates and times indicated.  Students must register in advance and additional information is available through the link above.

News from the Clinic

This is a reminder that all medications currently stored in the health room must be picked up by Friday, June 12th at 2:45 PM.

Please note:

  • Students are not permitted to pick up or transport medications home.
  • A parent or legal guardian must come to the health room to retrieve the medication(s).

Any medications not picked up by the deadline will be disposed of according to school policy. Thank you for your cooperation.

Falls Church Academy Summer Camp

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

Space is limited, and registration is now open through MySchoolBucks by searching "Falls Church Academy Summer Camp".

For questions, contact our Academy School Counselor,

Emarinn Oundee, at EAOUNDEE@fcps.edu

Summer Camp for Strings!

Exciting news! SoCo Summer Strings is returning this summer! The camp will be hosted at South County Middle School from July 6-17, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM (weekdays only). Camp is open to all rising 5th-9th grade students with at least one year of experience on the violin, viola, cello, or bass. Students will participate in two large ensemble rehearsals, an instrument-specific technique class, and a sectional each day.

You can find more information and register for camp at www.schsorchestra.org/soco-summer-strings. Register early to save money and reserve your student’s spot!

Backpack Stuff the Bus Event

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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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