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Welcome to the RRMS PTA Newsletter
Dear RRMS PTA Community,
Spring is in full bloom, and as we step into the latter half of March, we have plenty of exciting updates and important reminders to share. From upcoming events and volunteer opportunities to an important advocacy effort to protect afterschool programs, there’s a lot happening —so let’s dive right in!
Upcoming Events
Volunteer Opportunity: Career Day Lunch Support (Friday, March 28)
🍽️The PTA is sponsoring a lunch to show our appreciation for all the Career Day volunteers, and we need your help! We're looking for volunteers to assist with setup, serving, and cleanup, as well as snack donations.
Sign up HERE!
April Spirit Night is at SWEET FROG on Thursday, April 10 (all day)!
🏀Win or lose, there’s always room for froyo! Join us at Sweet Frog (Greenbriar) after the game against Franklin for a well-earned treat. Let’s sweeten our victory with sprinkles or drown our sorrows in chocolate syrup together at Sweet Frog! 🍦🐸
Mention RRMS Fundraiser at checkout, and 25% of the proceeds will go to our school!
PTA Meeting Schedule
📅 Here’s the schedule for the remaining PTA meetings this school year. We’d love for you to join us — your support and involvement make a difference!
- Thursday, March 27: Cancelled
- Thursday, April 24 (6:30 pm in the library)
- Thursday, May 15 (6:30 pm in the library)
- Thursday, May 29 - Election (6:30 pm in the library)
- Thursday, June 5 - Last Meeting (6:30 pm in the library)
Other Important information
Wanted: PTA Board Members for 2025-2026
🤝We’re looking for dedicated parents to join next year’s PTA Board! If you’re interested in helping shape the PTA’s future and supporting RRMS, we’d love to hear from you. Email us for more details!
Preserve Critical Programs for Middle School Students!
📢 Our Children Need Your Voice!
Fairfax County’s FY26 advertised budget cuts threaten essential after-school programs that benefit all 27 middle schools, including Rocky Run Middle School. These programs keep kids safe, inspire learning, and support working families.
Juvenile crime peaks between 2 to 6 p.m. on school days—after-school programs are a crucial solution.
Why After-School Programs Benefit Both Businesses and Communities:
Safety & Well-being: Keep kids safe during peak crime hours and reduce high-risk behaviors.Academic Success: Boost academic performance, classroom participation, and homework completion.Positive Behavior: Improve student behavior, peer relations, and adult relationships.Healthy Development: Promote physical activities and recreation.Emotional & Social Growth: Enhance emotional adjustment, school attendance, and attitudes.Community Strength: Build stronger partnerships between schools, families, and the community.Support for Working Families: Give parents peace of mind knowing their children are safe and engaged.Crime Reduction: Reduce gang involvement and juvenile crime rates through structured activities.
Public participation is key in shaping the final budget. Residents are encouraged to share their input through public hearings and community discussions before the final budget adoption in May 2025.
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Budget Public Hearings: April 22–24
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FY 2026 Budget Adoption: May 13
What You Can Do - Take Action Now!
- Complete this form to send a quick email to your representatives!
- Help ensure continued funding by completing the Board of Supervisors survey.
- Contact Your Supervisors and School Board Representatives - ask them not to eliminate Middle School After School funding!
Chairman McKayEmail: McKay@fairfaxcounty.govPhone: 703-324-2321
Supervisor Kathy SmithEmail: sully@fairfaxcounty.govPhone: 703-814-7100
School Board Representative Seema DixitEmail: sdixit@fcps.eduPhone: 571-423-1085
- Show up at the Fairfax County Budget Town Halls – our student and family voices are CRUCIAL! Some are in person, some are online – but representation is key!
Your support is crucial to maintaining these vital programs. Let’s work together to protect the future of our kids and our community.
See the links below for ways to take action and make your voice heard!
FY26 Budget Timeline:
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March 18
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Board of Supervisors Advertises Tax Rate
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April 22
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School Board Budget Presentation to Board of Supervisors
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April 22-24
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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Conducts Public Hearings on Budget
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May 2
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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Budget Pre-Markup
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May 6
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Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Budget Markup,
Determine Budget Package, and Tax Rates
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May 8
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Approved Budget Presented to School Board
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May 13
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County Board of Supervisors Adopts Budget, Tax Rates, and Transfer to FCPS
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May 13
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School Board Holds Public Hearing on Budget (May 14 if needed)
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May 20
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School Board Conducts Budget Work Session (check time)
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May 22
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School Board Adopts Approved Budget
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July 1
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FY 2026 Begins
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Stay Connected
Facebook: @RockyRunPTA-Chantilly
Instagram: @RockyRunMSPTA
✉️ Email Us: rockyrunmspta@gmail.com for any questions or suggestions.
💙💛 Thank you for partnering with us to strengthen our school community. Your involvement makes all the difference!
The RRMS PTA Board
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