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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
Check, please!
Did you know that you can set-up your student's lunch account to automatically maintain a positive balance?
Create an account, then login to MySchoolBucks.com.
> Click on Meal Accounts
> Click on AutoPay Settings
You can also see what your child is purchasing for lunch and how much they are spending daily.
> Click on Meal Accounts
> Click on Cafeteria Meal History
The MS Newspaper
Please be sure to check out our MS newspaper, The Medallion. Student reporters have been busy and there are a lot of new stories to read.
https://medalliononline.com/
After School Activities
Sign-up Procedures:
Students sign-up for activities during their lunch period on the café stage each day the activity is scheduled.
Select programs require a separate registration due to design and/or time commitment involved. Click here to view the list. Return all forms to Ms. Aunon or to your sub school office.
The activity period is from 3:00 to 4:25pm. Attendance is taken and a small snack provided. Late bus routes are posted in each sub school office window.
Late bus days: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday; departing at 4:45pm. Parent pick-up on Tuesdays and Fridays at 4:30pm, entrance #1.
After School Program Office:
Mary Aunon or Cathy Daniel | 703-426-2339
Click on the links below to stay connected!
View the After School Program Website
Access all program information including activity descriptions, photos, registration forms for specific programs, and sponsor contacts.
View the 2nd Quarter Schedule | Planning Tool
A tool to help students select activities by day of the week.
Options for viewing the daily schedule:
1. Activity Calendar (Link to Robinson's event calendar; scroll down & filter)
2. Activity Schedule Week of 11/26
3. TV screen in each sub school locker bay.
4. Follow on Twitter @RobinsonSSNews
Any cancellations will be announced during lunch periods and posted on the TVs in each locker bay.
Helpful Hint! Forward this newsletter to your student.
Activity Updates
New activities beginning during the 2nd quarter!
Coming soon! Look and listen for detailed announcements posted here and broadcast on RAM-TV about the following after school clubs and activities; start dates noted:
Crew Club* | Wed., 11/28
Dance Team* | Thur., 1/10
Environmental Club* | Thur. 11/29
Floor Hockey | Thur., 11/29
Football Conditioning & Weight Training Program* | Mon., 1/17 & Thur., 1/10
Strategy Games Club | Thur., 11/29
*This activity requires registration. When finalized, the forms will be posted online and available for pick-up during your lunch period on the cafe stage.
Arena Stage Voices of Now Audition
Students who participated in this fall's workshop series are invited to audition for the Robinson ensemble. The audition will take place on Wed., 11/28 at 3:00pm in D106. Interested students should sign-up during lunch in the café.
Classic Cinema Club
Join the Classic Cinema Club in Rm. A114 on Thursday, Nov. 29 for the musical magic of The Wizard of Oz. Dorothy and her companions are off to see the wizard, but the Wicked Witch of the West has other plans for the ruby slippers. Sign-up at lunch on 11/29.
Color Guard Club
Come and see what color guard club is all about! We meet Mondays after-school from 2:45-4:30 in the main hallway by the middle school subschool. All equipment will be provided!
View the video here to see the color guard in action!
Sponsor Contact: Ms. Holland | kpholland@fcps.edu
Crew Club
Is Crew For You?
Learn about the sport of rowing and learn how to row on the indoor rowing machines, “ERGs”!
This club is geared towards students who have little to no experience with the sport and are excited to learn how to row! Each practice will introduce new rowers and coxswains to the sport of rowing, the technique of the rowing stroke, as well as other general basics of the sport. Those who participate in this club will be prepared for their high school's novice program or to transition to the next level of their development.
Days and times: Wednesdays 3:00-4:25pm | Begins 11/28
Attend the interest meeting on Wed., 11/28 in A122 to learn more!
Program is free | Space limited to 20 students | Registration Required
Return completed registration form to your sub school office or directly to Ms. Aunon to secure your spot. Forms available for pickup during lunch in café.
Coach: Kim Griffin, kim.griff10@gmail.com
 Diversity Club
The Robinson Middle School Diversity Club is a student initiated and all-inclusive club that helps to encourage a climate at our school that supports all students, including all walks of multiculturalism: race, religion, national origin, gender expression and orientation. Come find out how you can get involved in supporting diversity here at Robinson. The next meeting will be after school on Monday, November 26 in Room A210.
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Environmental Club
Interest Meeting on Thursday, 11/29
3:00 - 4:25pm | A202
Sponsor: Ms. Riddick
Attend the meeting to learn more about this new initiative. We need YOU! Sign-up at lunch on 11/29 if you'd like to attend.
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Fitness Room Open
The middle school fitness room is open for student use after school on Mondays and Thursdays from 3:00pm to 4:25pm. Interested students need to sign-up during lunch periods each day they plan to stay. Workouts are self-paced, but students are encouraged to bring a friend. Students should secure their belongings in their sub school locker before heading to the locker rooms to change into their PE uniform. Meet outside the fitness room.
Geography Bee Interest Meeting
Join the Robinson team and participate in this year's National Geographic GeoBee!
The RMS GeoBee interest meeting will be Thursday, Nov. 29, after school (3:00 PM) in room D-201, and all interested 7th & 8th grade students are welcome to attend! If a student cannot attend next Thursday, that’s OK… they should still complete the online form at http://bit.ly/RMShistoryandgeo and Mr. Campana with contact them later.
 Homework Club
Students wishing to stay in the library after school need to sign-up for Homework Club offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. All resources will be available for student use. Space is limited to 20 students each day. Students will meet in a classroom for attendance and snack and proceed to the library at 3:10pm. Meeting locations:
Monday in A116 | Ms. Layer
Wednesday in A103 | Ms. Malloy
Thursday in A220 | Ms. Hughes
Musical Production Technical Interest Meeting
Do you want to support this year's production, Rock of Ages, by helping behind the scenes? Attend the meeting on Wednesday, 11/28 in Davala to learn about the lighting, costumes, make-up, promotion, and other tech crews that will support the production. All are welcome!
Running Club
Running Club meets after school on Wednesdays. We run, sprint, walk, and have a "game" after each session. We always welcome new members!
Leave all backpacks in your locker and wear sneakers. During the winter, we will continue to meet and will use the middle school fitness room if we have inclement weather. We look forward to seeing you!
Sign-up during your lunch period each Wednesday you plan to stay and change in locker bay restrooms before meeting by 3:00pm.
Sponsor Contact: Ms. Burford and Mr. Walker | rmburford@fcps.edu
Strategy Games Club
Students are invited to stay to play a variety of strategic board games, such as Catan, Risk, and Ticket to Ride. There will be opportunities for beginners to learn how to play as well as those who are experienced. This is a no phone zone and there will not be access to computers for video gaming.
The first meeting will be on Thursday, 11/29 in A100. Space is limited to 20 each Thursday, so make sure to sign-up at lunch each time you want to stay to play! The sponsor is Mr. Burns.
VA STAR Computer Engineering Club
Refurbish laptop computers for donation to those in need in our school community! This program meets on Wednesdays on a biweekly basis.
Sign-up at lunch each meeting day.
November Meeting schedule:
11/07/2018
11/28/2018
Drama Boosters
Renew Your Membership or Join Today!
The Rambunctious Theatre Company Boosters support the hundreds of middle and high school students participating in theatre productions as well as those taking theatre classes. The Drama Boosters: host events/outings for theatre students, help feed the cast and crew at production rehearsals and shows, help with show publicity and ticket sales, coordinate summer drama camps, purchase theatre equipment, and provide scholarships to graduating seniors continuing in the performing arts.
As a Booster member, you will enjoy:
- early access to tickets before they go on sale to the public
- your name listed in the show programs refreshments at the VIB (Very Important Booster) lounge during show intermission.
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AND, the Booster membership fee ($35 per school year) is TAX DEDUCTABLE!
Support the performing arts at Robinson and become a Drama Booster today.
Clink on this link to purchase your membership online.
Click on this link for a membership form, which can be printed and mailed.
Questions?: E-mail membership@robinsondrama.org
Welcome to Counselors’ Corner: an occasional tip sheet from the Robinson Middle School Office of Student Services.
 Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety
An IndieFlix Original Documentary
Thursday, December 6 at 7 p.m.
McLean High School Auditorium
All teens experience some amount of anxiety – it’s a normal reaction to stress. But when temporary worries or fears become pervasive and interfere with relationships, schoolwork and health, anxiety disorders are at play. Anxiety disorders are highly common and highly treatable, yet most who suffer don’t seek assistance. How can we as a community recognize the signs of this mental health epidemic and what resources are available? In their yearlong focus on youth anxiety, the Safe Community Coalition, in conjunction with the McLean High School PTSA, is hosting a free showing of the IndieFlix Original Film Angst: Raising Awareness Around Anxiety on Thursday, December 6 at 7 p.m. in the McLean High School auditorium. This important, eye-opening documentary features students affected by anxiety, mental health professionals and Olympic athlete and mental health advocate Michael Phelps in opening up the conversation and providing hope around a topic many find difficult to discuss.
Following the movie, a panel of mental health professionals from McLean High School and the community will lead a panel discussion and question and answer session to provide further information.
This event is free and recommended for 6th grade and up and is expected to be well attended.
Military Child of the Year | Call for Nominations
Community Resources
Click here for FCPS Mental Health Resources
The Middle School Student Services Department contact information:
DSS Assistant/Registrar | Ms. Skold, meskold@fcps.edu | 703-426-2222
7th Grade Counselors
Champions/Eagles | Mr. Herendeen, neherendeen@fcps.edu | 703-426-2225
Comets/Stars | Ms. Malloy, dmalloy@fcps.edu | 703-426-2226
8th Grade Counselors
Gold/Purple | TBD | 703-426-2214
Green/Red | Ms. Robinson, abrobinson@fcps.edu | 703-426-2215
Social Worker: Ms. Licciardo, kflicciardo@fcps.edu | 703-426-2229
School Psychologist: Ms. King, elking@fcps.edu | 703-426-2213
Special Education Department Chair: Ms.Hawkins, lrhawkins@fcps.edu
RMS Administrative Contacts:
Chris Farmerie: 8th Grade Principal | cfarmerie@fcps.edu
Sara Genetin: 7th Grade Principal | sjgenetinpil@fcps.edu
Jamee Lyons: Director, Student Services | jalyons@fcps.edu
Mary Aunon: After-School Program Specialist | mfaunon@fcps.edu
Bryan Hazard: System of Support Advisor | bthazard@fcps.edu
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