Continuous School Improvement Plan
Frederick County Public Schools is dedicated to continuous improvement. Our school principals lead efforts to plan, implement, and review their goals, using a variety of data to make sure we’re always moving in the right direction. School and division plans are monitored for progress and updated quarterly to support our commitment to our students and their families.
This information keeps families informed about our progress and the status of school goals. You’ll find updates and insights as we work together to improve student learning and school performance.
School Profile Information
School: Frederick County Middle School
Principal: David Glasscock
Enrollment: 695
School Vision Statement
Frederick County Middle School is a school where every student, supported by a connected learning community, is equipped and empowered to succeed and lead lives of which they are proud.
School Mission Statement
Frederick County Middle School is a dedicated community of educators whose mission is to empower every learner by fostering meaningful and rigorous educational experiences that help them confidently shape their futures in an ever-changing world.
Goal #1
For the 2025-26 school year, Frederick County Middle School will increase the pass rate on English, Math, and Science SOLs by 5% for all students.
| Quarter | Status | Progress Narrative |
|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | On Track |
At the end of Quarter 1, the IXL data indicated the following about reading tiers:
There was a decrease of students reading Far Below Grade Level when compared to the end of Quarter 1 of 2024-2025 school year of 8%. The the end of Quarter 1, the math data indicated the following regarding percentages of students achieving mastery of taught standards:
The September Impact Team meeting was held on September 8, 2025. The team reviewed the CSIP and made minor adjustments. Current data was reviewed. The Impact Team planned the Professional Development Day which took place on September 21, 2025. The October Impact Team meeting was held on October 13, 2025. The team reviewed the CSIP and discussed the Evidence Based Instructional Strategies that are contained within the CSIP. A dashboard for walk-throughs was created that included differentiated walk-throughs for subject areas to include focusing on math discourse, the VLA Learning walk, and other literacy elements. The staff update, instructional focus section, described types of questioning in the EBIS selected. |
| March 2026 | Not Started | |
| June 2026 | Not Started |
Goal #2
All teachers will participate in professional learning opportunities that are signed to division and school goals and share in team and content meetings what they’ve learned.
| Quarter | Status | Progress Narrative | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | On Track |
The Impact Team helped align the September 21, 2025 Professional Development Day. During the large group meeting the following topics were covered:
PLTs were provided with the opportunity to work toward the integration of these components in instruction. Specific staff including ELA teachers, SPED (ELA) Teachers, and any teachers responsible for using Lexia during WIN were provided specific training. Grade level teams developed need-specific groups to address students’ needs in WIN based on current data. During October, the coaching team (Instructional Coach, ITC, Math Specialist) provided professional development during house meetings and PLT meetings. The Instructional Coach provided coaching on two instructional strategies: Say Something Are You Listening? These strategies are directly linked to EBIs in goal 1 and have a focus on discourse. The ITC provided support with integrating technology focused on literacy across the content areas. |
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| March 2026 | Not Started | ||
| June 2026 | Not Started |
Goal #3
By the end of the 2025-26 school year, all instructional staff will demonstrate improved collaborative practices and a deeper understanding of high-leverage instructional strategies, as measured by an increase in the fidelity of implementation of evidence-based practices.
| Quarter | Status | Progress Narrative |
|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | On Track |
Coaching meetings with the principal were initiated. Coaches created a system for supporting PLTs. Staff provided input to the master schedule process for next year where an emphasis on PLT time was made a high priority. |
| March 2026 | Not Started | |
| June 2026 | Not Started |
Goal #4
Frederick County Middle School will decrease its chronic absenteeism rate to 12% or less.
| Quarter | Status | Progress Narrative |
|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | On Track |
The SST meeting took place. Counselors created follow up plans for students needing support. Students are able to earn incentives for positive behavior that can only be received when in school. These are presented on Fridays, which will hopefully promote increased attendance. FCMS had a decrease of 12% in chronic absenteeism at the end of quarter 1 this year as compared to the end of quarter 1 in 2024. |
| March 2026 | Not Started | |
| June 2026 | Not Started |
For more information about Frederick County Middle School's Continuous Improvement Plan please join us at our quarterly events or reach out to the school principal.
Quarterly Events
- January 2026