Principal's Message
Please see the latest message from Principal Stokes here
Important Upcoming Events
February 17 - President's Day Holiday, NO SCHOOL
February 24 - Spring Picture Day, ANCHOR DAY
February 25 - Digital Citizenship Expo, Crossfield ES, 6:30PM
February 27 - PTA Meeting, RCMS Library, 6:30PM
March 10-11 - 8th Graders taking Writing SOL tests
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Spring Pictures: Volunteers Needed
Lifetouch will be here on February 24 for Spring Pictures. We are in need of several volunteer parents to assist with this. All volunteers will receive a voucher that can be used toward purchase of these packages. Volunteers are needed for either half-day or full-day assistance. Please sign up here:
Picture Day Volunteers
PTA Meeting
Thursday, February 27, 2020
6:30PM - RCMS Library
Join us for the February PTA Meeting! We are looking forward to our special guest speaker this month:
Samskara Yoga & Healing will be doing a presentation after our meeting to discuss and demonstrate ways to bring about mindful breath and movement. This can aid our students in lowering their stress, increasing focus, and improving self-regulation both at home and in the classroom. We hope you can join us for both the meeting and the presentation.
SOL Writing Tests
All 8th grade students will be taking the Writing SOL in March. The Writing SOL consists of two parts and will be administered over a two day period:
Tuesday, March 10: Multiple Choice
Wednesday, March 11: Writing Prompt
The tests will begin each day at 7:30AM. Please be sure your child arrives to school on time. Also please avoid any appointments during the morning hours, as students cannot be dismissed from a testing room once the test has begun. We expect most of the students will complete these tests by 10:30AM each day.
You can help your child do their best by ensuring they get a good night's rest and have a healthy breakfast each day!
Carson Staff Members to Lead Expeditions
Two of our Carson staff members are planning to lead students on expeditions in 2021. Both of these trips are open to students who are in grades 6-8 for the current 2019-2020 school year. Read on for more details!
Kristden Oliver, Majestics Science 7 Teacher, will be leading a group of students to Peru. From Lima to Machu Picchu, your child will be immersed in the land and culture of Peru. They will connect with local communities in the Sacred Valley and learn how they preserve history, art and their heritage including a ceramic making workshop from a local expert. There, they focus on the archaeological remains of the Inca Empire and their lasting cultural influences. While exploring the Andes, they will also spend two days working in a local community on projects that support economic sustainability, local agriculture and access to education. The trip will take place March (spring break) 2021. Click the link to RSVP to the Peru parent interest meeting: http://bit.ly/2UlA3il
Sofi Cahoon, RCMS Instructional Assistant, will be leading a group of students to South Africa. While this country’s spotted and striped inhabitants are memorable, it’s the social, political, and cultural lessons of South Africa that are sure to leave a lasting impression. Standing in Nelson Mandela’s former home adds powerful context to his fight for democracy and reconciliation, while Cape Town is a favorite destination for many, thanks to its cosmopolitan atmosphere and stunning scenery. As you explore South Africa’s cultural diversity, remarkable wildlife, and natural landmarks, you’ll begin to understand the story of an entire continent. Highlights include a safari through Kruger National Park, a cable car ride to Table Mountain, an excursion to a penguin colony and a visit to Robben Island to see Nelson Mandela’s cell. This trip will take place in July of 2021. Click the link to RSVP to the South Africa parent interest meeting http://bit.ly/2RYYdgN
PTA Sponsored
Fundraising Night
at Franklin Farm Chipotle
February 25 - 4:00-8:00PM
Make dining easy by joining us for a fundraiser at the Franklin Farm Chipotle on Tuesday, February 25, from 4:00-8:00PM to support the RCMS PTA.
Come in after kids' afternoon activities or pick up dinner on your way home––whatever the reason, your choice to purchase at Chipotle that evening will benefit the PTA and our programs.
Please print and bring in this flyer, show it on your smartphone, or tell the cashier that you are supporting the RCMS PTA. This will ensure that if we meet the restaurant's sales goal, 33% of the proceeds will be donated to the RCMS PTA.
We hope you to see you there!
2020 Summer VIP Camp
@ Longfellow Middle School
June 29-July 30, 2020
8:00AM-4:00PM
This year’s Summer VIP Program is open to rising 7th and 8th grade students who will attend Herndon MS, Hughes MS, Carson MS, Cooper MS or Longfellow MS for the 2020-2021 school year. Students will participate in a variety of activities including Basketball, Soccer, STEAM, Theater, Science & Programming, and Cooking. Optional transportation will be provided to and from the VIP Location Site (Longfellow MS). Breakfast and lunch will also be provided daily.
Please email Mr. Pawlowski at ajpawlowski@fcps.edu with any questions. Payment and registration can be made through My School Bucks at your child’s school’s website, which will open on April 1, 2020. You can also check the RCMS After School website for updates.
Save the date for the Oakton Pyramid Digital Citizenship Expo!
Join all of the Oakton Pyramid Schools at Crossfield Elementary School as we present our 4th Annual Digital Citizenship Expo: Supporting Families in a Digital World, Developing a Healthy Relationship with Your Technology! On February 25th, from 6:30-8:30PM. This event will provide resources and information to parents and students on how to help students develop a healthy relationship with technology. This year, parents may choose to have their children in 4th grade and above attend sessions with them. Child care will be available for children aged 5-10. Translation will be available. More information will be forthcoming as we near the date.
The schools in the Oakton Pyramid are Crossfield Elementary, Mosby Woods Elementary, Navy Elementary, Oakton Elementary, Waples Mill Elementary, Rachel Carson Middle School, and Oakton High School.
Join the RCMS PTA!
The RCMS PTA supports the school with funding for technology purchases, spirit events, student enrichment programs, staff development, staff appreciation events, and much more! Go to www.rcmspta.org (use school code: 3MA6NU) to join the RCMS PTA.
To stay up to date on PTA news, please go to our website, likeus on Facebook and subscribe to RCMS PTA News You Choose emails.
Other FCPS Schools are Sharing....
Tune in here to find out what other schools are sharing about activities and events that may be of interest to you.
From FCPS Instructional Services Department: FCPS will hold Tech Adventure Camp and CTE Summer Academy this summer at Fairfax HS, 8:30AM-2:00PM (dates vary). These are enrichment programs that offer students an opportunity to stay engaged throughout the summer in a fun and challenging environment. For more information about these and other summer learning opportunities, please visit the FCPS Summer Learning Website
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