Robinson Student Ram Page |April 1, 2024

STUDENT RAM PAGE

Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the high school.


Calendar Reminders

2023-24 School Year Calendar


Tuesday, April 2nd - No School for Students
School Planning Day

There will be no school for students on April 2 for a school planning day.

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Lean more about all of the FCPS 2023-24 Religious and Cultural Observances.


Month of the Military Child

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April is the Month of the Military Child! Every year we take the opportunity to recognize military-connected youth for their service and contribution to our community. Fairfax County Public Schools is proud to have over 14,000 military-connected youth as a part of our student body. We appreciate the varied life experiences they bring to our school community, and recognize their strength and resilience.

Learn more about Month of the Military Child and FCPS’ resources for military families.


National Arab American Heritage Month

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FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the remarkable history and valuable contributions of Arab Americans.

Arab Americans have ancestry in one of the world’s 22 Arab nations, which are located from northern Africa through western Asia. The people of these nations are ethnically, politically, and religiously diverse but share a common cultural and linguistic heritage.


Muslim American Heritage Month

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Muslim American Heritage Month is a time for celebrating the history, contributions, culture, and an enhanced understanding of the diverse population of Muslim Americans.

View the Fairfax County School Board resolution honoring Muslim American Heritage Month


Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.


School Library Month

In FCPS libraries, students develop knowledge and skills, experience a sense of belonging, find inspiration and support, and have the ability to freely pursue their personal interests and academic growth.

Watch this video to learn how FCPS librarians make a difference.

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Autism Acceptance Month

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April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 44 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder in the United States, according to the CDC. Our schools and staff play a vital role in creating and ensuring inclusive environments that accommodate and affirm autistic students.


National Assistant Principals Week: April 1-5

Join NASSP, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators in honoring the enormous contributions of assistant principals to student success.

See National Association of Secondary School Principals for more information.

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School Librarian Day: April 4th

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Learn more HERE


DMV Permit Testing at Robinson

Click HERE to see flyer with links.

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Seniors Apply Now for PTSO Scholarships! Deadline is April 30th

Robinson PTSO awards scholarships for graduating seniors who will pursue post-secondary education including vocational, two-year and four-year programs.

There are three scholarships available: the Friends of RobinsonDelta and the First to College Scholarships.

IMPORTANTAccess the applications from a non-FCPS email account

Each scholarship is valued between $500 to $1000. This year, more than one scholarship per category may be awarded!

Seniors may apply, or submit a nomination for any of the scholarships they feel they are best qualified to receive. Deadline to apply is April 30, 2024!

If you have any questions, please contact us at: scholarships@robinsonptso.org


Buy Your Yearbook While They Last

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Academic Support

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Clubs & After School Activities


Rho Kappa Spring Candy Grams

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Athletic Booster Club Passes/Membership - Spring SALE!

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Spring sports families...if you haven't already purchased your Robinson sports pass, NOW is the time! Our Ram Fan Pass (single pass) is 50% OFF!! *Pass is valid for a single entry to ALL regular season spring 2024 HOME athletic events.

To purchase, click here.  All proceeds benefit the student-athletes and athletic programs at Robinson.

Questions? Please contact our membership chair at rrabcmembership@gmail.com.


Disclaimer for all afterschool activities: 

Fairfax County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to all clubs and activities.  

Opportunities offered by organizations other than Fairfax County Public Schools are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the Fairfax County School Board, the Superintendent, or a specific school. These opportunities may utilize technology tools that have not been assessed by the Fairfax County Public Schools Department of Information Technology. Students should gain permission from their parent or guardian before engaging in any non-FCPS enrichment opportunity and families should review the Terms of Service, User Agreements, and Privacy Policy for any technology platform that the enrichment opportunity may use before participating.


Library Spotlight

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Hello, Students and Families,

April is National Poetry Month (& National Library week, April 7-13)! Help us celebrate all month long by reading, writing, singing, sharing, and listening to poetry. We will publish a Poem-a-Day every morning via Schoology and will host poetry programming all month long. Please visit the library before school, during break, during RAISE (with a pass), or after school to join the fun!

For additional resources, please visit Robinson’s poetry guide (https://robinsonss-fcps.libguides.com/poetry-resources) or visit Poets.org for “30 Ways to Celebrate National Poetry Month” (https://poets.org/national-poetry-month/30-ways-celebrate-national-poetry-month-0).

The Robinson Librarians

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Social Work Spotlight

Christyn Levy, LCSW (HS) and Kristen Licciardo, LCSW (MS)

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Class of 2024 ANGP Tickets For Sale!

Purchase HERE

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ANGP Mulch Sale! 

Spring is coming! Beautify your garden beds while supporting the class of 2024 ANGP!

Mulch sales have begun and will be available for pickup -OR- FREE delivery with the purchase of 5 bags or more (and for those who live within a 7 mile radius of the school) on Saturday, April 12th and Sunday, April 13th.

Bulk options are also available for those needing 7 cubic yards (63 bags) or more. Scan the QR code or click here to purchase.  The deadline to order is Monday, April 8th.  Questions??  Please email mulch@robinsonangp.org.  Thank you for your support!

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Important Dates

April 2 - Staff Development Day (No School for Students)

April 10 - Eid al-Fitr (School Closed)

May 3 - Teacher Workday (No School for Students)

May 27 - Memorial Day (School Closed)


Quick Links & Phone Numbers

Helpful Resources

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Alpha                 Name of Counselor           Email

A-Bot                  Jason Woehrmyer             jewoehrmyer@fcps.edu
Bou-Dem            Tim Denny                         tdenny@fcps.edu
Dep-Gra             Taylor Oakley                     tmoakley@fcps.edu
Gre-Kar              Chehnaz Rehayem            carehayem@fcps.edu
Kas-Maq             Mark Gomperts                 mgomperts@fcps.edu
Mar-Nun             Danny Ramirez                 daramirezgas@fcps.edu
Nuo-Rom            Diana Glakas                    dtglakas@fcps.edu
Rop-Tok              Jim Carter                          jbcarter3@fcps.edu
Tol-Z                   Taylor Nelson                     tanelson@fcps.edu

Student Services Department Contacts


High School Administration

Jennifer Krempasky                   9th Grade                  jmkrempasky@fcps.edu

Dr. Scot Turner                           10th Grade                        sbturner@fcps.edu

Jason Kagarise                          11th Grade                   JMKagarise@fcps.edu

Danny Clements                        12th Grade                    dsclements@fcps.edu

Susie Britton                         Special Education                SMBritton@fcps.edu

Francesca Knight                       HS SOSA                          fwknight@fcps.edu

Dr. Vanessa Rutherford        MTSS Coordinator             vrutherford@fcps.edu

Special Education Support    

Chelsea Bruno           SPED Department Chair (A-L)            clbruno@fcps.edu

Cary Seago-Blanton  SPED Department Chair (M-Z) caseagoblant@fcps.edu


Activities and Athletics

Director of Student Activities l Andy Jimmo             l apjimmo@fcps.edu

Administrative Assistant        l Amanda Livingston  l allivingston@fcps.edu