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Gunston Middle School - APS
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We are proud to be Gunston Middle School! 💙💛 Join us on this journey—stay connected and celebrate our community.

📲 Follow us and use our hashtag #OneTeamOneGunston to share the spirit! 💫
Happy National School Counselors Week!

We celebrate and thank our school counselors for their commitment, support, and dedication to our students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being. 💙
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February 3, 2026 at 4:12 PM
Huge shoutout to our incredible custodial team for working in 20-degree weather to ensure our campus is safe, accessible, and ready for learning. Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to our community truly make a difference—thank you! 👏❄️💙 @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 12:39 AM
Today we celebrated the Science Fair for our 6th–8th grade students! 🧪🔬
It was amazing to see their creativity, hard work, and passion for science. Congratulations to all participants! 👏✨ @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social @suptduran.apsva.us @dei-aps.bsky.social @apsstudentservices.bsky.social
January 21, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Yesterday we hosted a Military Family Gathering with special guest Col. Adrienne Schaffer (USA, Ret.), Founder of MC6, who joined us to share about The Military Child World Expo. Thank you to all the families who joined us for this inspiring and informative event! 🇺🇸✨ @apsva.us @dei-aps.bsky.social
January 17, 2026 at 3:51 PM
We are thrilled to celebrate Dr. Randall Stewart, Gunston’s band teacher, as January’s APS All Star! 🎉 His passion and support help students grow as musicians and teammates, shining with confidence on and off the stage. Thank you for inspiring our students! #APSAllStars
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🎉 Excited to recognize Randall Stewart at @gunston.apsva.us as a January APS All Star. His energy and encouragement help students grow as musicians and teammates and shine with confidence on and off the stage. Thank you for inspiring our students. #APSAllStars #OneTeamOneAPS
January 17, 2026 at 3:26 PM
Happy Principal Appreciation Day, Dr. Jackson! 🎉 Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, families, and staff. Your daily work makes a meaningful difference in our school community. 💙📚
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January 17, 2026 at 2:18 AM
Happy winter break! May this season be filled with joy, rest, and special moments with your loved ones. @apsva.us
December 20, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Share, Listen, Lead: Promoting Youth Activism Through Storytelling Ms. Wittig, Ms. Valen, and former Gunston Hornet Ms. Rodriquez presented at the 105th NCSS Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., highlighting how storytelling empowers youth activism and supports democracy in classrooms. @apsva.us
December 15, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Last night was Gunston’s Winter Band Concert! 🎶❄️
Congratulations to all the students who participated and shared their talent with us! 👏🎺🥁 @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
December 12, 2025 at 2:41 PM
🎻✨ Don’t miss the **GMS Orchestras Winter Concert**! Enjoy festive melodies under the direction of Emily Rodriguez-Quiros. 📅 Dec 18 🕔 5 PM 📍 Theatre 1, Gunston MS. Bring family & friends! 🎶❤️ #GunstonOrchestra #WinterConcert @apsva.us @dei-aps.bsky.social @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
December 4, 2025 at 3:28 PM
📚✨ Get ready for the Gunston Book Fair, Dec 8–12! Shop in person or online to spark imaginations, support our library, and build young minds. Don’t miss Family Night on Dec 11, 5–7 PM. Every book counts—let’s make it a week full of stories and smiles! 📖💡 @apsva.us @apslibrarians.bsky.social
December 3, 2025 at 6:10 PM
✨ Gunston proudly hosted the dedication of Stumbling Stones honoring Sina and George. Thank you to the Arlington Historical Society and Black Heritage Museum for helping us remember and reflect. #WeRemember @dei-aps.bsky.social @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social @suptduran.apsva.us
November 24, 2025 at 10:56 PM
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving lunch with our English Learner students! Thank you to the parents, volunteers, and teachers whose dedication made this event possible and helped our students feel welcome! @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social @dei-aps.bsky.social @suptduran.apsva.us
November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Today, the students from Gunston’s LLT club participated in the 4th Annual Reach for the Stars 5K Run/Walk, showing strength, teamwork, and an unstoppable spirit. Every step reflected their effort and commitment to growing as leaders. @apsva.us @dei-aps.bsky.social @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social #LLT
November 16, 2025 at 12:11 AM
🎖️ Honoring Our Veterans
Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
Thank you for your courage, dedication, and sacrifice in protecting our nation. ❤️🤍💙 @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
November 11, 2025 at 5:17 PM
🎉 Gunston Students Shine at Special Olympics!
Today, our Functional Life Skills and Montessori students participated in a countywide Special Olympics event at @kenmore.apsva.us 🏅👏 @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social @dei-aps.bsky.social
October 31, 2025 at 2:20 AM
🎥💙 Check out this amazing video created by our staff and students to promote the importance of saying DON'T BULLY! 💪✨ #weareinfluencers @apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us @dei-aps.bsky.social
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Please Don't Bully
YouTube video by Gunston Middle School
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October 29, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Our Hornets were featured on FOX 5 DC Morning News for Unity Day 💛🧡💜 We promote kindness, inclusion, and respect at Gunston!
📺 Watch here:
➡️ www.fox5dc.com/video/1728142

➡️ www.fox5dc.com/video/1728154

➡️ www.fox5dc.com/video/1728149
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Anti-Bullying Spirit Week is the focus at Gunston Middle School
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and students at Gunston Middle School are hosting Anti-Bullying Spirit Week to raise awareness.
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October 24, 2025 at 11:51 AM
🧡 #GMSUnityDay 🧡
Yesterday we wore orange to show that inclusion is the new influence! 💪✨
Together, we stand for kindness, acceptance, and unity at Gunston Middle School. 💛
#UnityDay #BullyingPreventionMonth #KindnessIsTrending #GunstonPride @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social @suptduran.apsva.us
October 23, 2025 at 4:56 PM
#KindnessIsContagious 💫
Neon colors. Big smiles. Kind hearts.
Let’s glow together and make Gunston a brighter place! 💛🐝
#UnityWeek #GunstonPride #BeTheLight @apsva.us @apsstudentservices.bsky.social @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
October 22, 2025 at 2:13 AM
#KindnessIsTrending 💡
Bright colors. Big smiles. Positive vibes only!
Wear your neon gear and let’s light up Gunston with kindness. 💛🐝
#UnityWeek #WeAreInfluencers #GunstonPride @apsva.us @apsstudentservices.bsky.social
October 22, 2025 at 2:11 AM
Happy Diwali! 🪔
Today we celebrate the Festival of Lights — a time to honor hope, joy, and new beginnings.
Wishing our students, families, and staff a Diwali filled with peace and happiness. ✨ @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social @suptduran.apsva.us
October 20, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Reminder:
There will be No school on Monday, October 20 in observance of the Diwali holiday @apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
October 19, 2025 at 5:12 PM
🎭✨ Don’t miss “The Best Haunted House Ever” – Sept. 26 to Oct. 5 at Thomas Jefferson Theatre!
👏 Some of our very own Gunston students are in the cast!
🎃 Family fun, pumpkin decorating & a Monster Mash dance party! #Weareallinfluencers
🎟️ Tickets: www.encorestage.org
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October 1, 2025 at 6:53 PM
🎒💡 On Wednesday, we had a wonderful Back to School Night!
Thank you to all the families who joined us and shared this exciting start to the school year. Together, we make a difference! 💙✨ #Weareallinfluencers @apsva.us @suptduran.apsva.us @apsvaschoolbd.bsky.social
September 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM