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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
Rams Spread Kindness
The Diversity Club sponsored a No-Name Calling #Kindness in Action week. Students pledged to participate in this Kindness in Action week by using their words to spread positivity and not negativity. They committed to displaying at least one act of kindness each day throughout the week.
Thank you to all who participated!
 Students put their name on a sticky note and post it to the pledge banner that our wonderful SGA students made for this event.
Congratulations Staff Members
Two of our staff members were selected by the Robinson Pyramid Awards Team to move on as our Pyramid Representatives for the FCPS Awards Program.
Congratulations to Ro Burford, who is our representative for Outstanding Secondary Teacher and to Jim Carter, high school counselor, who is our representative for Outstanding Professional Employee!
RMS Drama Presents . . .
Explore, Create, and Connect!
Students should check their grade level google classroom site for detailed information and updates.
Activity Sign-up Procedure:
Most activities are "open" and allow students the flexibility to select a different activity each day. Students sign-up on the café stage during their lunch period each day they plan to stay after. Select programs require registration due to program design. (Click here to view programs requiring registration). Return completed forms to sub school office or directly to Ms. Aunon in the café during lunch periods.
Helpful Links
View the Robinson After School Program Website
Review program guidelines, hours, activity descriptions, registration forms for specific programs, and sponsor contacts.
3rd Quarter Schedule
A great planning tool with start dates posted for most new activities.
Options for viewing the daily activity schedule and meeting locations:
Activity Calendar (Also posted on student grade level GC site)
TV screen in each sub school locker bay.
Posted on Twitter @RobinsonSSNews (Late bus days)
Cancellations will be announced during lunch periods, posted on the TVs in each locker bay, grade level google classroom sites, and on school Twitter feed. Activities are subject to change due to facility use and staffing changes.
School Contact: Mary Aunon, ASPS | mfaunon@fcps.edu
Activity Updates
A few programs are highlighted below, but make sure to check the daily calendar for the daily schedule!
New STEM Program! | Robotics
Interested in engineering and design thinking? Learn basic programming skills and problem solving strategies by working in teams to design, build, and program Lego robots. Students with all levels of experience are welcome!
Meeting Dates: Wednesdays | 1/29 - 5/27/20; 3 - 4:25pm
Return completed registration form to SS7/8 office or to mfaunon@fcps.edu.
Sponsor: Mr. Arndt, dkarndt@fcps.edu
New ATHLETIC Programs
Once the high school basketball programs end, the following middle school programs will begin! All programs will run through late May and additional program details, including coach contacts, will be posted here and on the grade level google classroom sites in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
Tentative start dates:
Basketball: Wednesday, 3/11
Basketball: Thursday, 3/12
Basketball | Girls: Monday, 3/9
Cheerleading: Wednesday, 3/4
Field Hockey: Wednesday, 3/11
Volleyball: Monday, 3/9 and Tuesday, 3/10
Dance Team
MS dance team practices begin on Thursdays. Students with all levels of experience are welcome and can join any week! There is no registration and students should plan to use the locker bay restrooms to change and meet Coach Bishop in the main hallway by the MS by 3:00pm.
Contact: Coach Bishop | robinsondanceteam@gmail.com
Eco Club
Thank you to all who have contributed to the Trex challenge. To date, Robinson has collected 223 lbs. of plastic bags!
We are competing with other schools across the country to collect the largest amount of plastic bags and overwrap. Instead of taking these plastics back to the store recycling bins, bring them to us!
Collection bins are located in A203, B107, and E106A.
The Green Team (ECO Club) meets each Thursday in A203. Sign-up at lunch each Thursday you'd like to stay. All are welcome!
Sponsor Contact: Ms. Riddick | amriddick@fcps.edu
 Students work together to weigh collected bags each week!
Football Conditioning Program
This after school conditioning and weight training program is designed for middle school students interested in playing football at Robinson. The program will be offered on Mondays and Thursdays. Late bus service available both days, departing at 4:45pm.
Please note: Parent permission is required to participate due to the equipment use in the high school weight room. The completed permission form must be returned to Mrs. Aunon or the SS office before participation. Students may begin this program at any point in time and may attend when available.
Coach Contact: Coach Arena | paarena1@fcps.edu
Homework Club
Do you prefer to work on your homework in a quiet setting before heading home or need access to media center resources? Sign-up for Homework Club each late bus day you plan to stay. Space is limited to 20 students. Students meet in a classroom by 3:00pm for a snack before heading to the media center. Check the google calendar for meeting locations.
Sponsor Contacts:
Monday | Ms. O'Brien, oeobrien@fcps.edu
Wednesday | Ms. Malloy, dmalloy@fcps.edu
Thursday | Ms. Williams, ejwilliams2@fcps.edu
VA STAR Computer Refurbishing Club
All students are welcome! Sign-up during lunch periods on the café stage each Wednesday you plan to stay. This program meets in the library and late buses depart at 4:45pm.
Here are the dates for our meetings in the Winter/Spring:
Jan 29th - work on A+ Certification
Feb 12th - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
Feb 26th - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
March 4th - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
March 18th - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
April 1st - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
April 15th - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
April 29th - work on A+ Certification and restart refurbishing computers
May 13th - Last meeting
Distribution Dates TBD
Yearbook Orders
 PAYMENT:
1. To use a credit card to order your yearbook, call 1.866.287.3096 or go to
www.YearbookOrderCenter.com and use order number 5050
2. Use My School Bucks
QUESTIONS:
Contact the Yearbook Adviser Adrienne Forte at AMForte@fcps.edu
Rams Looking Ahead
January 27 | Teacher Workday - Student Holiday
January 28 | Professional Development Day - Student Holiday
January 30 - February 1 | All District XI Band HS/MS - Woodson HS
February 1 | Fanquest Special Olympics Basketball Tournament, 5pm
February 4 - February 14: WIDA testing for ELLs level 1-4
February 7 | Opening Night Cinderella, Russell Theatre (see details above)
February 11 | Sweets 'n Swing Night of Jazz - Gold Cafe
February 17 | George Washington's Birthday/President's Day - Student Holiday
March 3 | Professional Development Day - Student Holiday
March 10 - March 11 | Writing SOL for grades 8 (2-day test)
April 3 | End of 3rd Quarter
April 6 - 10 | Spring Break
April 13 | Teacher Workday/Student Holiday
Welcome to Counselors’ Corner: an occasional tip sheet from the Robinson Middle School Office of Student Services.
Academic Advising Begins
Middle School students will begin the process of Academic Advising in large group presentations to prepare students for when they meet individually with counselors.
Rising 9th grade Academic Advising: Monday, January 6 and Tuesday, January 7
Rising 8th grade Academic Advising: Wednesday, January 29 and Thursday, January 30
WIDA Testing will take place the Week of February 10-25.
Please reference the Student Services Academic Advising web page for detailed information including videos of elective classes.
SW SPOTLIGHT
by Kristen Licciardo, School Social Worker
The Brave Trails nonprofit program is offering a summer camp in Maryland for LGBTQ+ youth interested in learning leadership skills and creating positive change in their communities. It will be held from August 11 – August 20. More information about the camp, including activities and workshops offered, can be found at https://www.bravetrails.org/summer_camp/. Brave Trails will also be hosting a workshop in DC on February 22 for LGBTQ+ youth to learn how to use crafts in activism. To RSVP and to learn more, visit https://www.bravetrails.org/bravespace/
Fanquest 2020!
On February 1st, Robinson will be hosting our annual Fanquest Special Olympics Basketball Tournament. The tailgate starts at 4:00pm and the game tip-off at 5:00pm. For FanQuest this year, we are accepting non-perishable food items upon entry. This is not a requirement to enter, but we highly encourage your participation.
Recommended items include:
- Canned chili
- Canned tomatoes (crushed, peeled, diced, etc.), 4 oz - 1 lb
- Canned meat (chicken, beef, turkey, or seafood), 2oz - 15 oz
- Rice, 16 oz
- Spaghetti sauce, 14 oz - 1 lb (ideally in cans instead of glass)
- Canned fruit
- Dried or canned beans (black, kidney, pinto, etc.)
- Canned pasta
- Fruit juice (100% juice) 32oz - 64 oz
The collected items will be donated to the Food for Others organization. This is a local organization that's mission is to provide food for our neighbors in the Northern Virginia community. More information can be found at their website: https://www.foodforothers.org/
Thank you!
Summer Learning | IFTA
Do you have a child interested in the Arts? Don’t miss out on registering for Fairfax County’s Institute for the Arts starting on February 3rd! Classes are first come first serve!
Visit the FCPS IFTA website at: https://www.fcps.edu/academics/summer-learning-programs/camps-and-institutes-institute-arts-ifta or follow IFTA on social media!
Student Services Department Contacts:
Director, Student Services | Ms. Frank | kmfrank@fcps.edu
DSS Registrar | Ms. Skold, meskold@fcps.edu | 703-426-2222
8th Grade Counselors by TEAM
Purple and Red | Mr. Herendeen, neherendeen@fcps.edu | 703-426-2214
Gold and Green | Ms. Malloy, dmalloy@fcps.edu | 703-426-2215
7th Grade Counselors by TEAM
Champions and Eagles | Ms. Lyons, jalyons@fpcs.edu | 703-426-2226
Comets and Stars | Ms. Peters, vcpeters@fcps.edu | 703-426-2225
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. Stickels, sastickels@fcps.edu
RMS Administrative Contacts:
Chris Farmerie: 7th Grade Principal | cfarmerie@fcps.edu
Chelsea Tryon: 8th Grade Principal | catryon@fcps.edu
Katy Frank: Director, Student Services | kmfrank@fcps.edu
Mary Aunon: After-School Program Specialist | mfaunon@fcps.edu
Bryan Hazard: Systems of Support Advisor | bthazard@fcps.edu
 From L to R: ChelseaTryon, Chris Farmerie, Mary Aunon, Katy Frank, and Bryan Hazard
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