Important Dates
9:13: Back to School Presentations - Virtual 9:30 AM, 6:30 PM
9/15-16: Religious Observance - Yom Kippur
9/18: Asha-Jyothi 5K - Registration link:
https://asha-jyothi.redpodium.com/2021fairfax5k
Events on RRMS Website
Note from Dr. Goodloe:
Dear Rocky Run Families and Students,
I continue to be so proud of the ways in which our students and staff are engaging in learning and building relationships. There is so much positive energy in the building and daily we feel the JOY of having our students at Rocky Run. Thank you for your continued support and encouragement.
20th Anniversary of 9/11:
September 11, 2001 I was in my first year as a school administrator, serving as a new AP in a FCPS elementary school on that tragic morning. Our first priority as we tried to comprehend the immense weight of the events of the day was maintaining calm and supporting our students who ranged in age from 5-12 years old. Later in the week we learned we had lost a parent in our community in the Pentagon and our school rallied to provide support to the family, as well as the first responders in our community. It was at that time that I recognized how important the idea of Together We is - we are not alone and we must take care of one another.
This week, we examine the events of 9/11 and share in a time of mourning, remembrance, and reflection as a school and community. At Rocky Run MS, and in all FCPS schools in grades 3-6, students will have the opportunity to learn about the events of 9/11, acknowledge shared history, and discuss how we move forward towards a better future. Curriculum resources have been provided to all Social Studies teachers and activities will be embedded in History and Civics classes. It is critical that we learn from the past and create a present where all are heard, seen, and welcomed.
I have appreciated hearing from many families with positive feedback and suggestions to improve our school operations. I welcome your questions, suggestions, and feedback. Please feel free to reach out to me at any time.
Amy T. Goodloe, Ed.D.
Principal
atgoodloe@fcps.edu
@DrGoodloe
Together WE...Reconnect, Reflect, Rise
Virtual Back-to-School Presentations
Monday, September 13 Live Sessions
Please note the following items:
- Same presentation offered by administrators and counselors at two different times.
- Sessions will be recorded and shared for future review.
- All teacher presentations, syllabus, curriculum information will be pre-recorded and shared via Schoology.
Topics:
- Meet our staff: Administrators, Counselors, Tech Specialist and After-school Specialist
- SY 2021-22 Overview
- Bell schedules, lunches, Rock Time
- SEL (Social Emotional Learning)
- Grading policy
- How to navigate Schoology to access BTS videos and syllabus
- Q&A
Video Greetings from our School Board Members
SIS Parent Account
Parents, do you have a SIS Parent Account? Setting up your account is important and you will also use the same login/password for Schoology. Schoology is our new Learning Management System this year. You will be able to view your child’s courses, assignments and course materials. All parents will also be part of a “Parent Course” in Schoology where additional school-wide announcements and helpful information will be shared.
This year’s Back To School Night will be virtual through Schoology so please set up your account as soon as possible so you can view your child’s courses, syllabi and teacher videos.
Welcome to Schoology!
Learn more about how Rocky Run Middle School will use our new Learning Management System Schoology this year.
View flyer (.pdf)
Access more information on RRMS and FCPS website.
RRMS Student Monitor Positions (Hourly)
If you are interested in applying for an hourly position providing supervision to students and support to teachers during the school day, please email Dr. Goodloe (atgoodloe@fcps.edu) and apply on the FCPS website Job Opportunities
16106BR Featured Job Student Monitor
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Provides supervision of students throughout the school day to include but not limited to the classroom, hallways, lunch, recess, specials and at arrival/dismissal; helps maintain order and discipline and assists in managing the behavior of students; operates technology; performs administrative and noninstructional duties; ensures all layered prevention/safety protocols and procedures are implemented and followed; works with individual and small groups of students.
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Religious and Cultural Observances in our Community: Yom Kippur
In the next few weeks, some members of our community will be observing the Jewish holy day of Yom Kippur. Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year for the Jewish people. This solemn day is spent fasting and in prayer; it begins this year at sundown on Wednesday, September 15th and ends at sundown on Thursday, September 16th. We wish all Rocky Run families who are observing these special days a happy and sweet new year, and encourage you to contact your child’s teachers to make arrangements for any absences due to family observances and celebrations.
Rocky Run MS PTA
The Rocky Run Middle School Parent Teacher Association is a volunteer-run, non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the educational success and overall wellness of every child at Rocky Run MS by encouraging strong parent, family, and community involvement. Please join the PTA at https://rockyrunms.memberhub.com/
Asha-Jyothi 5K - September 18
We are pleased to share that we are partnering with a non-profit named Asha-Jyothi (https://www.asha-jyothi.org/ ) to sponsor an annual 5K Run/Walk on Sunday September 19th at Fairfax Corner at 8am. All proceeds raised by RRMS will go towards the continued development of our new Inspiration Studio Maker Space. In 2019 Asha-Jyothi donated $60,000 to Rocky Run MS for the creation of the new space that we look forward to opening later this fall. In addition, Asha-Jyothi has generously agreed to donate 100% of the registration money back to each participating schools AND:
- An additional $500 for 25+ registrations
- An additional $1000 for 50+ registrations
- An additional $2000 for 100+ registrations
To sign up, participating staff, students and/or their families visit the webpage: https://asha-jyothi.redpodium.com/2021fairfax5k. Simply enter the code “aj4schools” and select your school from the drop down menu. A discounted price of $15 for the 5K (regular price $25) will be given to RRMS participants.
Required Forms (Action Required)
The Health Information Form and the Emergency Care Information form provide valuable information regarding student health conditions. These forms are critical in the early identification of students who may need healthcare support in the educational environment.
For SY 21-22, these forms will be required for all students. Parents/guardians may submit these forms either through electronic submission accessed within the weCare@school (weCare) module; or submit a hard copy for those families without ParentVue accounts yet.
All BOY forms and information is available on our school website.
Required for ALL students. Completed via weCare or a hard copy EMERGENCY FORM.
This information may be updated on weCare@school or email completed Health Information Form to Tina Dempsey at cmdempsey@fcps.edu.
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Digital Tool Family Consent Form
Please review and submit the family consent form for FCPS approved digital tools if you have not yet done so. Thank you!
Library Update
Welcome to a new school year! This week, we began hosting seventh-grade English classes for library orientation. Students have been excited to explore our space, learn the library procedures, and check out some books! All students will visit the library before September 16. We are looking forward to meeting new students and welcoming back returning students, too! Learn more about our library by visiting the library’s page on the Rocky Run website.
Students who still have library books from last year (even from elementary school!) or over the summer should return their books to the library as soon as possible. There is a blue and yellow mailbox outside Door 1 for book returns, and students can bring them to the library during the school day, as well. Please contact Mrs. Grover (ragrover@fcps.edu) if you have any questions about library books.
Opt-Out Flier Available Online
The 2021-22 Annual Notice of Survey, Records, Curriculum, Privacy, and Related Rights and Opt-Out Forms flier is now online.
Also, Family Life Education (FLE) opt-out is available.
After-School Program Information
Our After-School Program and late buses will start on September 20th. The club schedule and descriptions will be posted during the week of September 13th.
Some initial program resources are posted on the after-school section of the Rocky Run website.
1. Program Preview
2. Registration form (required for all Rocky Run students)
3. Is your student interested in starting a new club? Have them fill out the club proposal form! They will need to be logged in to their fcpsschools email account to access.
Students have all been loaded into an After-School group on Schoology. This will be the best place to look for the most up-to-date information on club meetings, announcements, resources, etc. Late bus routes have been posted there already and the club descriptions and schedules will be posted during the week of September 13th. Parents have access to view this group.
PARENT VOLUNTEER NEEDED: We are still in need of a Science Olympiad sponsor. If you are interested in helping out with this program, please contact Shannon Campbell as soon as possible as we are on a tight timeline to get our interest meeting and test scheduled.
If you have any questions, please contact our After-School Program Specialist, Shannon Campbell, at SLCampbell@fcps.edu.
The 2022 Yearbook is in the Works!!
Ms. Kaplan’s Journalism class is excited to create this year’s yearbook. This 80 page, all color, hardbound yearbook will feature class photos, candid photos, quotes, and stories of our 2021-22 year here at Rocky Run!
We are also offering a special EARLY BIRD PRICE of $25!!
To Order: www.yearbookordercenter.com. Please use school code : 5333
Order yours today to get this special price!!
Any Questions: lkkaplan@fcps.edu
Free and Reduced Meals Application
Families can learn more about the criteria and process to apply for free or reduced-priced breakfast and lunch on the FCPS Website. The online application is available.
Student Forgotten Items - Did you know?
We kindly request that if your child has forgotten an item such as those listed below that you please refrain from coming to school to drop the item off. Visitors to the building are limited due to our Covid protocols and we cannot guarantee that a student will receive his or her item in time for class. Teachers are very understanding that students forget items at times.
What happens if a student has forgotten:
| Lunch |
Breakfast, lunch and snack items (including allergen free) are available FREE to all students daily.
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| Water bottle |
There are filling stations throughout the building and students can visit the main off to obtain a water bottle.
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| Laptop |
Loaner computers are available for students to check out daily..
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| Instrument |
Music teachers understand that sometimes students forget their instruments and provide alternate activities.
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| Personal Cell Phone |
Students may visit the main office throughout the day if they need to use the phone to call a parent. Office staff is available to assist.
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