RCMS Staff Misses You!
Although we are able to connect with our students during our online distance learning journey, we want our students to know how very much we miss them. As we continue to celebrate our teachers at Carson this week, they too have a message of inspiration and encouragement to share with our students. We hope you'll enjoy viewing our
Carson Cares Message to Students
Distance Learning Plan Updates
We thank all of our students and families for your patience and understanding as we make strides with our plans for distance learning. Know that these plans are evolving as RCMS aligns with the plans and resources directed by FCPS. Mr. Stokes will continue to send updates about the latest elements of distance learning. Please continue to stay tuned for those updates.
Our Distance Learning page can be found on the RCMS website at: RCMS Distance Learning
“Our weekly schedule includes time for 8th period. This is an optional time period that is intended for student enrichment. Please visit the 8th period link on our school website. You will find information about our after school program and resources from our Library. 8th Period Resources
Principal's Message
Please see the latest message from Principal Stokes here
Important Upcoming Events
Be sure to check out our Weekly Virtual Spirit Week Themes: RCMS Spirit
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Coronavirus Updates
As COVID-19 circumstances continue to evolve, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is working with the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) to share updated information with the community, as it becomes available. In an effort to help our families during this time, we invite you to stay informed of the latest developments on the FCPS coronavirus webpage. This page also contains fact sheets, videos, and other resources that you may find useful. Additional information is available from the Fairfax County Health Department and the CDC.
Virtual STEAM Challenge
The Kuma Foundation provides STEAM challenges and curriculum for grades K-8. Join them here on Monday mornings to connect to their Facebook page, where you will find more virtual STEAM challenges, and another chance to win $100. Play along to earn points by completing daily STEAM tasks!
Join us Monday morning at 9am (EST) for Challenge #1!
The Fine Print:
1. Kuma Foundation employees and their families are not eligible to win.
2. Contest is open to kids ages 5-18.
3. Challenges must be completed by midnight on the day they were issued.
4. 1 point will be awarded for every challenge completed as per the challenge instructions.
5. Challenges may not be completed more than once (for points).
6. Challenges will be posted at 9am and 1pm, Monday - Friday.
6. In the event of a tie, a random drawing will determine the winner.
8. Winners will be announced on Saturday morning.
Cooking Challenges (optional activities)
Do you have an interest in cooking, baking, or recipes?
If so you may be interested in joining one of Ms. Perrine’s Cooking Challenges. The first of which is in progress, but it’s not too late to join.
Click here to find information and directions on how to participate. The first challenge centers on Tortillas in honor of Cinco de Mayo.
2020-2021 Course Registration
for RCMS Students
Due to the school building closure we will be unable to mail out course requests letters to parents this school year. All Rising 8th grade students course selection process has been completed for next year. Parents can review their child’s selections by logging into SIS ParentVUE and clicking “Course Requests” on the left. While every effort is made to accommodate students’ elective choices, we cannot guarantee placement in any particular elective course until the student’s schedule is finalized in August. Some adjustments have already been made based on auditions, closed classes, required prerequisites, ESOL, and special education classes. Contact your child’s counselor for any questions. If you want to make a request to change, email Ms. Tawil Student Services Assistant at ajtawil@fcps.edu please do so no later than May 15, 2020. Also, your child's teachers are great resources if you have any questions regarding core subjects and/or intervention courses.
Student Intention Form for 2020-21 School Year
To be completed by:
Rising 8th grade families who will NOT attend RCMS next year
AND
Rising 9th grade families who will NOT attend their FCPS boundary high school next year
Please complete the student Intention Form 2020-2021 if your student is transferring to:
- Another FCPS school other than Carson Middle or your boundary HS
- A private school in Virginia or out of Virginia
- Another Virginia public school division outside FCPS
- Another state public school outside of Virginia
- Out of the United States
A typed parent/guardian name on the Parent Signature line is acceptable. Student ID Number may be left blank. Save the completed form, attach it to an email and send to our Student Services Registrar via email at lmlloyd@fcps.edu . Feel free to contact Mrs. Lloyd if you have any questions.
Student Services Updates
Our Student Services Department misses all our students and families every day. We are heartbroken and disappointed that the end of this school year will not be face to face as we would have wanted, but we are here to provide support for our students and families, nonetheless. We understand this time is very stressful and confusing for all of us, but together we can get through this challenging time. We are still here to support you and your students. Rachel Carson Student Services Team will be sharing activities, tips, and ideas that we hope you will incorporate into your weekly routines. We have created our own Google site that students and parents have access to where we will post self-care tips, organization strategies, and other activities ranging from wellness to management.
Rachel Carson Student Services Site
3rd Quarter Grading Update
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The School Board was briefed that no student work assigned after March 13 will be graded, at the recommendation of VDOE; however, work assigned prior to March 13 will still be accepted up until May 1 in order to be applied in the calculation of students’ third quarter grades. Additionally, it is the intention of FCPS to use maximum flexibility in assessing and evaluating student learning for the remainder of the school year.
ParentVUE/StudentVUE access will be turned off to allow for teachers to enter grades from Thursday, April 23 through Friday, May 8. Grades will be available in ParentVUE/StudentVUE on Saturday, May 9.
Report card mailings to all parents/guardians who have not opted into electronic delivery will begin on May 12, 2020.
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Address Changes
If you need to change or update your mailing address please contact Lesa Lloyd, RCMS Registrar at lmlloyd@fcps.edu
FCPS Virtual After School Program
FCPS Middle School After-School has put together a number of virtual after-school activities to engage middle school students in the arts, music, STEM, physical fitness, cooking, games, puzzles, literature, and more – things students can do at home.
FCPS students can access these virtual after-school activities by joining the "FCPS MS After-School @ Home" Google Classroom. The classroom code is: t673w7v.
Once your student has joined the classroom, there are a variety of activities (topics) they can choose from in the "Classwork" tab. We hope your students enjoy this site, and that it helps them actively pursue their interests during this time of social distancing. If you or your student have ideas for other activities, please email your After-School Program Specialist or use the "FCPS MS @ Home Interest Form" located on the classroom home page.
Be Safe! Be Active! And know that we are here for you and your family!
Please check the RCMS After School website for after school club updates.
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Yearbooks Still for Sale
2019-2020 Yearbooks are available for sale at www.MySchoolBucks.com or you may scan the QR for a direct link. Information regarding yearbook distribution will be sent out at a later date.
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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 Oakton HS: Find out how to make 120+ new friends at Oakton High School before classes even start next year! JOIN COLOR GUARD! No experience necessary! Are you a friendly, energetic, and fun-loving person? Are you interested in becoming a member of a close-knit group that works hard together with the Marching Cougars Band to perform a spectacular show under the Friday night lights at Football Games and in competitions throughout the Fall Season? If you have a willingness to learn and a desire to join a great group of fellow Cougars, then join us! Color Guard members do not need to be part of the band or orchestra programs. Attend the Oakton Color Guard Virtual Interest Meeting on Wednesday, May 13 at 7:00 pm and find out about the Color Guard about registration. Use FCPS Google Classroom code p67swi4 . Find out more information and fill out the interest sheet at https://oaktonbands.org/colorguard/ after 01 May. Forms will be available sometime after 01 May at https://oaktonbands.org/forms/#mbforms and https://oaktonbands.org/colorguard/ and are due via mailing on 27 May. Unable to attend or still have questions? Contact Coach Strebeck at mrstrebeck@fcps.edu. We want YOU!
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