Important Upcoming Events
February 1 - TJHSS&T Application Window Opens 8:00AM
February 15 - Holiday - Presidents' Day
February 22 - Parent Town Hall for In-Person Learning TBD
February 26 - TJHSS&T Application Window Closes 4:00PM
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February 1-5 is National School Counseling Week, a time to highlight the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students succeed every day. For going above and beyond in all that you do, we salute you:
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Jennifer Miley, Director of Student Services
Gina Fajardo, Counselor (A-Dar)
Esther Ferrell, Counselor (Das-Jz)
Brenda Humphrey, Counselor (K-Mn)
Rebecca Little, Counselor (Mo-Sg)
Beth Schires, Counselor (Sh-Z)
Student Services Newsletter
Please check out our latest Student Services/Counseling Department newsletter here
Parent Town Hall for Families Returning to In-Person Learning
We will hold a virtual Parent Town Hall the evening of February 22. This event is only for families who student(s) will be returning to in-person learning on February 23. More information will be provided in the near future to those families who have opted to have their child(ren) return to in-person instruction. However, due to the limitations on capacity, we remind you that only one person per household should sign up for this event. This will allow all families who are interested in attending the opportunity to do so.
Records Request and Private School or Program Application Process
Rachel Carson Middle School requires important documents in order to effectively accommodate your private school/program recommendations and records requests in a timely manner. Click here to view the process and required forms. Please contact your student’s counselor if you have any questions.
After School Program
Congratulations to the RCMS Debate Team on their success in their first competition in the NYDL!
- Individual Novice - RCMS took 8 out of the top 12 positions, including the top 3 places: 1st- Advik S., 2nd- Manya Y., 3rd- Chinmayee L.
- Individual Varsity - Evan M. took 3rd place
- Novice Team - All 6 teams placed in the top 14 with RCMS taking the top two spots.
- Varsity Team - Placed two teams in the top 10
Digital Citizenship
Digital Citizenship can be described as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior (and its positive and negative impact on self and others) with regard to technology use. While teachers continue to promote digital citizenship in school, FCPS provides several resources to support family learning and conversations for you at home. Please visit this site to access tip sheets, recorded videos and other helpful resources designed to support students with digital citizenship.
TJHSST – Application Window
The application window for Thomas Jefferson will begin February 1, 2021 at 8:00AM and close on February 26, 2021 at 4:00PM.
Please visit www.tjadmissions.org to submit your application and view the updated calendar.
If you have any questions please reach out to Mrs. Ross at lmross@fcps.edu
Employment Opportunities in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS)!
Classroom Monitors
FCPS schools and centers will be hiring classroom monitors to provide in-person classroom assistance for students when a staff member remains virtual. If you would like more information about the position, please review the job description and qualifications online and apply if interested. Please feel free to share information about this opportunity with anyone else you think may be interested.
Substitute Teachers
Are you or somebody you know interested in substitute teaching with FCPS? Apply here or attend one of our Friday information sessions to learn more! To sign up for a session visit our substitute information page here. Say Yes 2 FCPS!
Mental Health and Wellness
Do you have concerns about your child’s mental health? Have a talk with your child to find out how they are doing. Give them your full attention. Listen carefully, repeat what you heard and ask if you got it right. When they feel heard and understood, they’re more likely to share with you. Notice what is going on with your child. You know your child best. The Carson MS Student Services Staff, including counselors and our clinical team are here to support families. Healthy Minds has also compiled resources to support families- click here to view their information regarding emotional wellness and crisis support.
Submit Your Photos for the Yearbook!
We need YOUR photos for this year's yearbook. Click here for more information on how to submit: Carson 2020-2021 Yearbook Photos
RCMS Library Curbside Checkout
At RCMS, outside Door #1, 11AM-2PM on the following Mondays:
January 25, February 1, 8, 22
Books can also be returned at these times.
Curbside Library Book Checkout is now in operation. This service will be held every Monday, unless otherwise noted. Please check the Library page on our website for further details: RCMS Library
Students can reserve books ahead of time through the Destiny Discover online library catalog by placing them on hold, then pick them up at the next curbside checkout.
There will be no curbside checkout on Monday, January 18 or February 15 due to these being school holidays.
Questions? Contact one of your librarians: Mr. Treakle or Ms. Donovan
We look forward to seeing you at curbside checkout!
Who to Contact
If you have a question or concern, please visit our website for a full listing of Who to Contact. This listing includes all of our administrators, our counselors, and who to speak to regarding a specific content area or class. Contact information for all staff members is listed on our website - just click on the name of the person you wish to contact to be redirected to their email address: RCMS Staff Directory.
Other Schools are Sharing....
From South Lakes HS: South Lakes High School Choral Department presents: Broadway Night 2021: Screen and Stage Live Streaming February 27 at 7:00PM. Tickets now on sale! https://southlakeschorus.org/tickets/ What do you do when you can’t have a live Broadway performance? You bring it to the screen of course! On February 27, South Lake Chorus will present a Broadway Show like no other in it's history. The 16th annual Broadway Night 2021: Screen and Stage will be a unique, virtual show – including pre-recorded virtual choir performances as well as live in-studio performances and narration. Don’t miss out on seeing the spirit and joy of our next generation Seahawk Chorus in their once in a lifetime virtual event!
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