Robinson Student Ram Blast | May 12, 2025

STUDENT RAM BLAST

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


Calendar Reminders

See the complete school year calendar.

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We want to remind you that there is NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, May 27th due to the Robinson Graduation Ceremony that morning.


Late Buses

 

May 22 - The last day of Middle School after-school activities and late buses is Thursday, May 22. 

May 27 - No School due to High School Graduation.


8th Grade Dance - May 21

TIME TO PARTY 8th GRADERS! – We want to recognize and celebrate our 8th Grade students as they wrap up their middle school days. Robinson Middle School SGA is hosting an end of year DISCO themed party for our 8th Grade class after school on Wednesday, May 21st!

When: Wednesday, May 21st, 2:45pm – 4:30pm

  • Late buses are available.

Where: Gold Cafeteria

What: 8th Grade students are invited to hang out with friends, dance to the DJ, and enjoy concessions with their friends!

Tickets: $10.00 on MySchoolBucks.

Food: Concessions will be available for purchase. Cash sales only. (Pizza, chips, soda, candy, etc.)

Volunteers: We are looking for a few parent volunteers to help with the event. Please sign up in the sign-up genius if you are able to help!

Email middle school SGA sponsors, Ms. Emily Normand, ejnormand@fcps.edu or Mr. Richard Saltz, rsaltz@fcps.edu, with questions.

8th grade dance

Math Summer Bootcamp

math bootcamp

Registration is now open for the 2025 Math Summer Bootcamp. Registration can be completed by following the link below:

Register Here!

Tuition is $100 per student and tuition assistance is available for qualifying families.

The purpose of this camp is to provide students with an opportunity to polish up on their math skills so that they can be ready to hit the ground running in the fall. Camps are available for all students registered to take Algebra 1, Geometry, or Algebra 2 courses starting the Fall of 2025.

NOTE: This is not a jumpstart course. Students will not work on skills that are taught in the course they have registered for in the fall.

All proceeds go to supporting the Robinson PTSO.


PTSO - People's Choice Awards

People's Choice Awards

Keeping Students Drug-Free

Summertime & an Idle Mind: Keeping Children Drug-Free While Home This Summer

Summer and Drug Free

MS Clubs & Activities Program

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Late buses run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please click the links below to learn more about the after-school program. 

The last day of late buses and MS activities is Thursday, May 22nd. 

For questions regarding the After-School program, please email Courtney Molle


Clubs/Activities:

Football Conditioning - Football conditioning meets on Mondays and Thursdays with Coach Arena. Students must fill out a permission slip to attend. The forms can be turned into Sub-School 8 or to Coach Arena. Students should meet in the gym after-school.

Football Conditioning

Color Guard - Color Guard meets on Wednesdays after-school in the main hall. 

Colorguard

Dungeons & Dragons - Dungeons and Dragons meets on Mondays in the blue cafeteria! Students should sign up on the morning schoology post. 

DnD

Anime Club - Anime Club meets on Mondays in Room B226. 

Anime Club

Artistic Nail Club -Students will have the chance to be artistic and creative in nail designs. Artistic Nail Club meets on Mondays after-school.

Artistic Nail Club

Improv Club - Is your child interested in Improvisational Comedy? They should join the Improv Club in D106. Late buses will be available. No experience necessary. Join the MS Improv Schoology Group with the code 9ZDH-R564-2H5JX to stay up to date on all things MS Improv. 

Improv

Lego Robotics - Meets Wednesdays After School in Room A211. 

Lego Robotics

Mock Trial Club -  Would you like your child to learn how to craft a winning argument? Are they interested in learning about the legal profession? Do they like storytelling or public speaking? They should attend Mock Trial Club every Thursday from 3:00-4:30 in A-211! Sponsored by Ms. O’Brien and Mrs. Hauser.

Mock Trial

Library

Families, please share this message with your students:

Seniors - As you finish your time at Robinson, please remember to return your library materials. Please return your library book(s) no later than next Monday, May 5. Please note: Your books will not appear as due in Destiny; your early graduation hasn't been accounted for in the system. If you need library materials beyond May 5, please drop by the library and speak with one of the librarians.

Congratulations, Seniors! We will miss you!

All other students – All library materials are due on May 28th. Please plan accordingly!

Library Deadlines

Social Work Spotlight 

Kristen Licciardo, LCSW (MS)

Tips to Help Teens Stay Safe and Healthy Using Social Media (and how to make a social media plan with your child). By Kelly Burch, The Jed Foundation.
Headlines about the effects of social media on teens can be scary. A recent report from the U.S. Surgeon General suggests that social media can contribute to depression, anxiety, and lack of self-confidence. Yet social media use is almost unavoidable, with 95% of American teens using a social platform, making social media safety tips essential.

Tips to help teens stay safe on Social Media


Does your child love the arts and need something to do this summer!

The Institute for the Arts (IFTA) is a dynamic summer enrichment program that offers hands-on classes in visual arts, music, theater, and dance, culminating in an exciting showcase performance. Here, aspiring artists can explore their creativity and develop their unique voices in a supportive and inspiring environment!

Eligibility
Open to students in grades 6-11 who will enter grades 7-12 during the 2025-26 school year.

Is your student currently in grades 2-5? Elementary Institute for the Arts
All students are welcome:

FCPS students.
Students enrolled in private schools.
Students who are home schooled.
Non-Fairfax County residents.
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.

LINK

REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 6th!

Arts

Counselor Corner

Important updates and resources from the student services department.

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 – Ms. Kirwan skirwan1@fcps.edu

Le-Z – Ms. Hall sshall@fcps.edu

8th grade counselors by student last name:

A-La – Mr. Herendeen neherendeen@fcps.edu

Le-Z – Ms. Lyons jalyons@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 - Carla Quiroga-Anello (cquirogaanel@fcps.edu)

Director of Student Services – Katy Frank (kmfrank@fcps.edu

Please reach out to any of us if you have any questions. 

mental health

Important Dates

May 21 - 8th Grade Dance, 3:00 - 4:30 pm

May 22 - Last Day of Late Buses

May 26 - Memorial Day (Holiday)

May 27 - High School Graduation - No school

June 11 - Last Day of School


Quick Links & Phone Numbers

Helpful Resources


RMS Administration

Carly Zook:             7th Grade Principal | CJZook@fcps.edu

Malicia Braxton:     8th Grade Principal | MYBraxton@fcps.edu

Katy Frank:             Director, Student Services | kmfrank@fcps.edu

Courtney Molle:      After-School Program Specialist | cemolle@fcps.edu