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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
Calendar Reminders
See the complete school year calendar.
We want to take this week to thank our teachers for the hours of dedicated service they provide to our students and community. Thank you teachers!
Late Buses
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May 8 - There are no Middle School after-school activities or late buses on Thursday, May 8 due to the Rising Rams Event.
May 22 - The last day of Middle School after-school activities and late buses is Thursday, May 22.
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Robinson Teacher and Staff Appreciation Lunch
May 9th
Volunteer/Donation Sign up
Our hospitality staff is working hard to make each teacher and staff member at Robinson feel special during Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week.
On Friday, May 9, we are hosting a Washington Sports-themed backyard BBQ lunch catered by Natural Red BBQ.
Please look at this sign up and please consider donating drinks, baked goods or your time. We are planning lunch for 400 people!
In an effort to make dropping off donations easier for you, you may drop off items on Friday, May 9, (the morning of the luncheon) outside Entrance 1, starting at 8:45.
Or, you may drop off in advance to any of these covered porches before 9pm on Thursday, May 8:
(see sign up)
As always, we appreciate you and your help! Please feel free to wear a Washington Sports team jersey, shirt, etc to add to the fun!
Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A9A728ABF5C16-53668711-2025
PTSO - People's Choice Awards
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FCPS Summer Extravaganza
Discover summer learning and activities available in Fairfax County!
Attend the FCPS Summer Extravaganza on Saturday, May 10, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at Woodson High School and get a jump on summer learning. At this free event, participants can engage in educational and enrichment activities designed to inspire curiosity and growth.
Register Today!
Activities will include student performances, story time, a moon bounce, and face painting. For more information, visit the Summer Extravaganza webpage.
Spanish:
☀️ Anote en su calendario nuestra “Summer Extravaganza” de las FCPS
¡Descubra cuáles cursos y actividades de verano están disponibles en el Condado de Fairfax!
Acompáñenos en nuestro evento “Summer Extravaganza” o Fiesta de Verano, el sábado 10 de mayo de 10 a.m. a 2:30 p.m., en la Escuela Secundaria Woodson, y salte adelante de las clases de verano. Este evento es gratuito y los asistentes podrán participar en actividades educacionales y enriquecedoras, diseñadas para despertar la curiosidad y propiciar el crecimiento personal.
Entre las actividades planeadas están presentaciones de propios estudiantes, cuentacuentos, castillos inflables y pintacaritas. Para encontrar más información, visite la página web de La Fiesta del Verano de FCPS.
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Keeping Students Drug-Free
Summertime & an Idle Mind: Keeping Children Drug-Free While Home This Summer
MS Clubs & Activities Program
Important Program Information:
- The After-School Registration form is required for ALL Robinson Middle School students (regardless of intent to participate).
- Late buses run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and depart Robinson around 4:45 PM. The last day of late buses and MS activities is Thursday, May 22nd.
- Check out the 4th Quarter Calendar. Please remember that activities are added throughout the year.
- Students will sign up on their grade level Schoology each late bus day they wish to attend. The sign-up is posted around 9:30 am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
- Check out our Program Preview for additional information.
For questions regarding the After-School program, please email Courtney Molle.
Clubs/Activities:
Football Conditioning - Football conditioning meets on Mondays and Thursdays with Coach Arena. Students must fill out a permission slip to attend. The forms can be turned into Sub-School 8 or to Coach Arena. Students should meet in the gym after-school.
 Color Guard - Color Guard meets on Wednesdays after-school in the main hall.
 Dungeons & Dragons - Dungeons and Dragons meets on Mondays in the blue cafeteria! Students should sign up on the morning schoology post.
Anime Club - Anime Club meets on Mondays in Room B226.
Artistic Nail Club -Students will have the chance to be artistic and creative in nail designs. Artistic Nail Club meets on Mondays after-school.
Improv Club - Is your child interested in Improvisational Comedy? They should join the Improv Club in D106. Late buses will be available. No experience necessary. Join the MS Improv Schoology Group with the code 9ZDH-R564-2H5JX to stay up to date on all things MS Improv.
Lego Robotics - Meets Wednesdays After School in Room A211.
Mock Trial Club - Would you like your child to learn how to craft a winning argument? Are they interested in learning about the legal profession? Do they like storytelling or public speaking? They should attend Mock Trial Club every Thursday from 3:00-4:30 in A-211! Sponsored by Ms. O’Brien and Mrs. Hauser.
Quizbowl - Does your child like testing their knowledge in Academic Subjects? If so, they should check out Quiz Bowl, a Jeopardy!-style game in which teams compete to answer questions, ranging in subject from literature and science to history and pop culture. Quizbowl is co-ed!
 Families, please share this message with your students:
Seniors - As you finish your time at Robinson, please remember to return your library materials. Please return your library book(s) no later than next Monday, May 5. Please note: Your books will not appear as due in Destiny; your early graduation hasn't been accounted for in the system. If you need library materials beyond May 5, please drop by the library and speak with one of the librarians.
Congratulations, Seniors! We will miss you!
All other students – All library materials are due on June 6th. Please plan accordingly!
Social Work Spotlight
Kristen Licciardo, LCSW (MS)
Does your child love the arts and need something to do this summer!
The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a dynamic summer enrichment program that offers hands-on classes in visual arts, music, theater, and dance, culminating in an exciting showcase performance. Here, aspiring artists can explore their creativity and develop their unique voices in a supportive and inspiring environment!
Eligibility
Open to students in grades 6-11 who will enter grades 7-12 during the 2025-26 school year.
Is your student currently in grades 2-5? Elementary Institute for the Arts
All students are welcome:
FCPS students.
Students enrolled in private schools.
Students who are home schooled.
Non-Fairfax County residents.
Fairfax County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all clubs and activities.
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REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 6th!
Important updates and resources from the student services department.
The Student Services staff is here to help you in any way we can. Please note that students cannot leave class or lunch to see their counselor without an appointment and a pass. If they need assistance, we encourage them to email our Student Services staff to request an appointment. If there is an emergency, their teacher will call the subschool office for assistance.
7th grade counselors by student last name:
A-La – Ms. Kirwan skirwan1@fcps.edu
Le-Z – Ms. Hall sshall@fcps.edu
8th grade counselors by student last name:
A-La – Mr. Herendeen neherendeen@fcps.edu
Le-Z – Ms. Lyons jalyons@fcps.edu
School Psychologist – Erika King (elking@fcps.edu)
School Social Worker – Kristen Licciardo (kflicciardo@fcps.edu)
Registrar and Student Information Assistant – Melanie Knowlton (maknowlton@fcps.edu)
Family Liaison - Carla Quiroga-Anello (cquirogaanel@fcps.edu)
Director of Student Services – Katy Frank (kmfrank@fcps.edu)
Please reach out to any of us if you have any questions.
Important Dates
May 8 - No after-school activities or late buses (Rising Rams Event)
May 21 - 8th Grade Dance, 3:00 - 4:30 pm
May 22 - Last Day of Late Buses
May 26 - Memorial Day (Holiday)
June 11 - Last Day of School
Helpful Resources
RMS Administration
Carly Zook: 7th Grade Principal | CJZook@fcps.edu
Malicia Braxton: 8th Grade Principal | MYBraxton@fcps.edu
Katy Frank: Director, Student Services | kmfrank@fcps.edu
Courtney Molle: After-School Program Specialist | cemolle@fcps.edu
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