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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
Welcome Back RAMS!
We are thrilled to have students back for in-person learning! A special welcome to the Class of 2027 and all of our new students and families.
Parents of middle school students will receive this electronic newsletter most Mondays, but feel free to reach out anytime if you have questions.
Information on required and optional online forms can be viewed here
 Tracey Phillips, Principal, and Ann Wong, Associate Principal, welcome back students and staff with the help of Robbie the Ram and friends!
Middle School Bell Schedule
View the bell schedule and blue/gold calendar here.
*No RAISE the week of 8/30
Daily Health Observation
Before sending your child to school, please check for the following COVID-19 symptoms. Symptoms of COVID-19 may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
Fever (100.0F) or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore Throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
If you child has experienced any of these symptoms in the last 24 hours, please keep your child home, contact your physician, and let us know by calling the attendance line: 703-426-6040.
If someone in your household has tested positive for or is exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, keep your child home and let us know using the attendance phone number above.
View the FCPS Health and Safety Guidance Document here.
Reporting Absences
Full Day Absence or Late Arrival
If your Ram is sick and will be absent or arriving late, please notify Robinson by calling the attendance line at (703) 426-6040 and select the appropriate number for your student's sub-school. Additional information is located here.
 
Digital Consent Form
Parents/Guardians,
Please take a few minutes to complete the annual online Digital Consent form in order for your student(s) to access FCPS-approved online tools as part of the instructional program. The form can be found here: https://isweb.fcps.edu/iscontacts/techpermform.cfm?secure
Additional information is available here.
SIS Parent Vue Account Activation
Please use this link to request activation of your SIS Parent Vue account.
After submitting this form, you will first receive an email receipt, then you will receive an email from a staff member at Robinson Secondary School containing an attached set of instructions to activate your SIS ParentVue Account.
Watch this video to learn how to set up your account.
Schoology Guidelines and Support
Students, families, and staff throughout FCPS and in our school community will use Schoology (pronounced /SKOO-luh-jee/) as our learning management system.
Here is what you need to know now:
- You need a SIS/ParentVUE account to login to Schoology: http://bit.ly/FCPSSIS
- Use your SIS/ParentVUE login information to login to Schoology: https://lms.fcps.edu. Look for the FCPS logo to make sure you are on the right login page.
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PTSO Hosts Schoology Presentation
Wednesday, 9/1 | Russell Theater, 7pm
All parents are invited to attend. After a short presentation there will be plenty of time to answer your questions.
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 Welcome back Robinson!
Students, we are thrilled to welcome you back to the Robinson Library! Please stop by before school or during break to drop off library materials, browse for a new read, or simply say hello!
Remember, we don’t charge overdue fines. If you have a Fairfax County Public Schools library book, please bring it back - no questions asked!
See you soon!
Robinson’s Librarians
After School Clubs & Activities
Coming Soon! The first quarter schedule of middle school clubs and activities will be finalized and posted on the 7th and 8th grade level Schoology group pages by mid-September.
Please note: The start of late bus service and activities has been delayed until late September due to the shortage of bus drivers. Once enough drivers are secured, service will be provided on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays departing Robinson at 4:45pm. Late bus routes are posted in the sub school office windows and viewable in SIS. Stay tuned for updates!
Parent permission required: Submission of the Robinson MS Club & Activity form is needed before students begin staying after. Once submitted, students are welcome to stay for any posted activities.
An update and additional details will be posted in next week's Ram Blast newsletter and grade level Schoology groups.
School contact: Mary Aunon, mfaunon@fcps.edu
Robinson Service Learning is on Schoology!
RBOPO Tag Day
Band and Orchestra Tag Day 2021!
On September 11, 2021, High School Band and Orchestra students will be out in the Robinson neighborhoods to share information about our award-winning Bands and Orchestras, to invite you to our 2021-2022 concerts (Yes! We are performing live and in-person!) and to accept your donations. Thank you for your support of our outstanding music program at Robinson. We look forward to greeting you. This event is sponsored by Robinson Band and Orchestra Parent Organization (RBOPO).
Important updates and resources from the student services department.
 MS Counselors | Mr. Herendeen, Ms. Lyons, Ms. Malloy, and Ms. Peters welcome you to the middle school!
Welcome Back!
We are very excited to see so many smiling eyes in the hallways! The students have gotten off to a good start.
The Student Services staff is here to help you in any way we can. Please note that students cannot leave class or lunch to see their counselor without an appointment and a pass. If they need assistance, we encourage them to email our Student Services staff to request an appointment. If there is an emergency, their teacher will call the subschool office for assistance.
7th grade counselors by student last name:
A-La – Mr. Herendeen (neherendeen@fcps.edu)
Le-Z – Ms. Lyons (jalyons@fcps.edu)
8th grade counselors by student last name:
A-La – Ms. Peters (vcpeters@fcps.edu)
Le-Z – Ms. Malloy (dmalloy@fcps.edu)
School Psychologist – Erika King (elking@fcps.edu)
School Social Worker – Kristen Licciardo (kflicciardo@fcps.edu)
Registrar and Student Information Assistant – Melanie Knowlton (maknowlton@fcps.edu)
Family Liaison: Ruth Azimi, (rmazimi@fcps.edu)
Director of Student Services – Katy Frank (kmfrank@fcps.edu)
Please reach out to any of us if you have any questions.
Social Work Spotlight
By Kristen Licciardo, MSW, School Social Worker
What is Social Work Spotlight? I will highlighting anything and all social work related information…an inspirational story I have come across, a book I am reading, resources in the community, special events, etc… sometimes, just a great quote for the week!
Who is your school social worker? This is my tenth year working as a school social worker. This is my seventh year at Robinson! I have been working as a social worker with children and families for 25 years. I attended California State University, Northridge and received my Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development. I completed my Master’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Southern California. I spent the early part of my career working with children and families in mental health settings, including residential treatment centers, day treatment programs, non-public schools, and outpatient therapy programs. In California, I also worked as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker doing private practice. I relocated to Northern Virginia in 2009 and have enjoyed living on the east coast with my husband and two children, one in elementary school and one starting high school this year!
What does your school social worker do? I provide support to children and families in the areas of mental health, accessing community resources, basic needs, and special education. I partner with our school teams and counselors to ensure all students are achieving their full academic, social and emotional potential.
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Robinson 101 Opening of School Presentation
For reference, view the slideshow presentation from the Robinson 101 Parent Meeting held during the Ram Rally on August 19th. An overview of the middle school was provided and school procedures reviewed.
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Helpful Resources
RMS Administration:
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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