Important News

Setting Notifications for Grades in Canvas

Are you aware that you can set notification options that let you know when your child’s grade falls below a certain value in a course? You can even set a notification to view your child’s internet usage via Lightspeed. For more information, including directions as to how to set this up, click here.
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Where in the World is Glenwood Middle School? Summer Photo Contest 2025

#GlenwoodWorld2025 - Summer Photo Contest It's back! This summer, we invite next year’s GMS students, including our new rising 6th graders (sorry 8th graders - we’ll miss you!) to join us for a fun summer photo contest. Did we mention that all students who enter the contest will be invited to an ice cream party in the fall?! Click here…
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Expectations for June 6 Eid al-Adha in HCPSS Schools and Offices

When the 2025-2026 HCPSS School Year Calendar was developed and approved, it was believed that Eid al-Adha would be on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Since that time, representatives from the Howard County Muslim Council (HCMC) informed us that the date has been adjusted to be Friday, June 6, 2025. Currently, that date is a half day of school for students…
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Spring 2025 MCAP Testing Schedule and Information

At GMS, the following dates have been scheduled for the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) testing: MCAP ELA and Math Assessments: May 14, 15, 19 and 20 Testing begins schoolwide promptly at 7:50am each day MCAP Social Studies Assessment (8th Grade Only): May 8, 9, 22 and 23 Testing will occur during students’ social studies classes It is essential that…
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