Water Main Break / Wasserrohrbruch
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2025
Our school has experienced water damage due to a water main break in the neighborhood. Preschool, SEL, and grades 5–12 are operating as usual.
IMPORTANT: The elementary school building is currently being restored to a usable condition; therefore, we are unfortunately unable to offer regular classes or supervision for grades 1–4.
Please keep your children in grades 1 to 4 at home on Friday, December 5.
The Newbees canceled the Newbees Breakfast.
We are closely monitoring the MCPS decision for Friday in case they announce a delayed start due to the weather.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
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Aufgrund eines Wasserrohrbruchs in der Nachbarschaft ist es zu einem Wasserschaden an unserer Schule gekommen ist. Der Kidnergarten, SES sowie die Klassen 5–12 haben regulären Unterricht.
WICHTIG: Das Grundschulgebäude wird derzeit in einen nutzbaren Zustand gebracht, daher können wir für die Klassen 1–4 leider keinen regulären Unterricht und auch keine Betreuung anbieten.
Bitte behalten Sie Ihre Kinder der Klassen 1 bis 4 am Freitag, den 5. Dezember zu Hause.
Die NewBees haben das Newbees-Frühstück abgesagt.
Wir behalten die Entscheidung von MCPS für Freitag im Blick, falls aufgrund des Wetters ein verspäteter Schulbeginn angekündigt wird.
Vielen Dank für Ihr Verständnis und Ihre Unterstützung.
College Prep for US Colleges
The process of applying to colleges in the US begins early. Rising freshman who are planning on studying in the US will receive their first introduction to the application process and may already begin working out a four-year-plan for high school. They are encouraged to read the GISW College Handbook on the GISW website at .
Students in grade 10 take the PSAT to get familiar with the test format. Parents will also have the opportunity to attend parent information events at the GISW to learn more about the college application process.
Students in grade 11 will take the official PSAT/NMSQT as well as begin taking the SAT and ACT tests. All interested students are encouraged to attend the NACAC National College Fairs that take place in our area https://www.nacacfairs.org/ , as well as regional events open to the public.
Students planning to study in the US should make an appointment for a college conference to make sure that they have a clear understanding of the individual components of the application process, including the time line for standardized testing, teacher recommendation letters, counselor recommendation letters, personal statements, essays, transcripts, financial aid an scholarships, college visits and interviews. Information on all aspects of the application process is available in the counselor’s office or during individual meetings with the counselor. Mrs. Fabina is available Mondays through Fridays from 8:10 am – 3:10 pm and can be reached via e-mail at counselor@giswashington.org or by phone at 301.767.3805.
