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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
See the complete school year calendar.
 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.
 FCPS is proud to celebrate National Arab American Heritage Month in April. This special month provides an opportunity to recognize the 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. Learn more about the heritage months, celebrations, and traditions celebrated in FCPS.
 April is Autism Acceptance Month. One in 31 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.
Annual Robinson Art Show
Please join us this week for our annual Robinson Art Show. We are excited to invite you to join us on Thursday, April 9th for an exhibit of our pyramid artists’work. The show will feature over 60 High School students’ displays and pyramid artwork from Bonnie Brae, Fairview, Laurel Ridge, Terra Centre, and Oakview Elementary students. Come early for dinner and dessert with local food trucks. They will be serving food and treats from 5:30 to 8pm. Doors open from the general public for 6 to 8 pm. The exhibit will be open during the day to Robinson students and FCPS employees from 8:00-11:30 am & 1:20-3:00 pm.
ATTENTION RISING-RAMS!
Robinson Middle School SGA is hosting a welcome event for all rising-7th grade students and their families on Friday, April 17th.
When: Friday, April 17th | 4:30-6:30 PM
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Baseball & softball games begin at 6:30 PM. Girls Lacrosse will begin at 7:30 PM. (Games may last until 9:00pm). Students are not required to stay the entire time, however they must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of any/all sporting events.
Where: Robinson Secondary School @ 5035 Sideburn Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032
- Door #1 Pavilion / Outside Main Entrance (check-in by the clock tower)
What: Students are invited to play carnival and sporting games, meet future classmates, go to food trucks, listen to music at the DJ Booth, and attend Robinson sporting events (Softball, Baseball, Soccer). **At the start of the Varsity Girls Lacrosse game (~7:15 PM), all Rising-7th grade students will be welcomed to run through the giant inflatable RAM onto the field to be recognized as the incoming Class of 2032!**
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Tickets: $20.00 on MySchoolBucks. Bring your online receipt to expedite check-in upon arrival at the event. Tickets include: 2032 Robinson t-shirt, event games/activities, student entrance to sporting events, and to support future Class of 2032 events
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MySchoolBucks (MSB): Parents should log into your MSB account. If you don’t have one, you can easily create one and add your child to the account. Browse your school store for the "Rising Ram 2026 Event Admission" to make payment.
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Parents and siblings are encouraged to attend and can purchase their sporting event tickets at the gate of Coffey Stadium.
Parents/Guardians: If you would like to go on a tour of Robinson during the event. There will be a designated “Tours” station at the event where you will meet your student tour guide.
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Online event tickets close on Friday, April 10th at 11:59PM. Tickets can be purchased at the door – cash only.
Email middle school SGA sponsors, Ms. Emily Normand or Mr. Richard Saltz, with questions, (ejnormand@fcps.edu, rsaltz@fcps.edu) or grade-level principals and Ms. Malicia Braxton mybraxton@fcps.edu, Ms. Carly Zook cjzook@fcps.edu , Mr. Chis Powell (cspowell@fcps.edu).
Robinson and Lake Braddock Community Resource Fair 4/15/26
Join us for the Robinson and Lake Braddock Community Resource Fair! Families are invited to connect with local organizations and explore resources in health, wellness, education, recreation, and family support. April 15, 2026, 6–8 PM. Robinson Secondary (Gold Cafeteria)
Questions? Contact:
Robinson – Carla Quiroga-Anello: CQuirogaAnello@fcps.edu
Lake Braddock – Alejandra Peña-Ulloa: APenaUlloa@fcps.edu
 
Robinson Athletic Boosters Golf Tournament and Silent Auction
The Robinson Athletic Booster Club Golf Tournament Silent Auction is officially OPEN, and we’ve added some amazing items you won’t want to miss!
Bid Now: https://new.biddingowl.com/RobinsonAthleticsAuction
FEATURED AUCTION ITEMS:
-OBX Beach Getaway – WHIMSEA (PINE ISLAND, NC)
-TREK Marlin 4 Mountain Bike
-Washington Nationals Game Tickets
-Aviation Adventures – 1-Hour Discovery Flight Experience
-Premium Seating for 2026 Graduation - Six Reserved Seats
-Five Iron Golf
-Glory Days Grill
-Hamrock's Restaurant
-Kelly's Oyster House
-Wiygul Automotive Clinic
-Your Local Cellar - In-Home Wine Tasting
-Bourbon Basket
-Card My Yard Custom Yard Signs
-2026-2027 Robinson Sports All Season Pass and Spirit Wear
-Bluetooth Speaker
-Official Jake Irvin Autographed Baseball - Washington Nationals
-PGA Superstore
-And More! Items Being Added Daily
*Online Bidding ends April 12th at 9:00 PM. Don’t Wait! Top items are already getting bids—get in now before prices climb!
Every bid supports Robinson student-athletes, helping fund equipment, programs, and opportunities across all sports.
It's not too late to join our Golf Tournament! Sign up now: https://robinsonathleticsboosters.com/2026-golf-tournament/
PTSO Support Opportunities
We have a couple more opportunities to support and encourage our awesome teachers and staff!
As you know, there is a lot of Professional Development and staff learning programs that our staff and faculty have to complete. We would like to offer some fun incentives for those who are participating. Thank you to the School-Based Technology Team for partnering with us!
Please sign up for the giftcard you want to purchase. It is important that you sign up and let us know to faciliate planning. Questions? kathyrparedes@yahoo.com)
Thank you so much for your support!
Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A9A728ABF5C16-63198540-gift
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Each year, the Robinson Art Department reaches out to the Robinson families for help recruiting volunteers for the annual Robinson Art Show. This is PERFECT for parents who want to have an opportunity to be directly involved with a community event held at school. Any help you could provide would be wonderful and very appreciated!
Questions? Please contact Clarita Herce at mcherce@fcps.edu
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A9A728ABF5C16-63105098-2026
 Have any unused, broken crayons lying around you could donate? If so, Partnership would love to use them for an upcoming class project. Please drop them off to room 504 before April 22nd. Thank you!
After a two-year hiatus, the Robinson Athletic Booster Club Golf Tournament returns! Join us on April 10, 2026 at Stonewall Golf Club (Gainesville, VA) for a day of great golf, community, and giving back.
This charity tournament supports the Robinson Athletics Boosters Program, helping provide essential resources for our student-athletes—on the field and beyond. Grab your foursome, sponsor a hole, or get involved and make a real impact!
👉 Register today: https://robinsonathleticsboosters.com/2026-golf-tournament/
⭐ Sponsorship opportunities available
🎁 Silent auction item donations needed—your support is appreciated!
Order Your Yearbook Today!
Yearbooks are available for purchase at https://www.yearbookordercenter.com using the school codes:
HIGH SCHOOL-5072
MIDDLE SCHOOL-5050
Prices will increase after the December 31st presale date. Guarantee you get a book and get the best price by ordering today!
Spring Track & Field
If your child is interested in participating in Middle School Track & Field, please begin completing the forms below. Everyone must complete the Registration form.
MS Clubs & Activities Program
After-School Activities
Important Program Information:
- Late buses run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and depart Robinson around 4:45 PM.
- Check out the 4th Quarter Calendar and Club Descriptions. Please reminder that activities are added throughout the year.
- ALL families must complete the After-School Consent Form (via the Parent Digital Consent System). Students cannot stay after until this is submitted. Almost all of our Robinson students will stay after at some point this year, so please make sure the form is completed ASAP so your student has the flexibility to participate.
- Students will sign up on their grade level Schoology each late bus day they wish to attend.
- Review this general After-School Information.
For questions regarding the After-School program, please email Courtney Molle.
Activity Flyers
Rubik's Cube Club: Rubik's Cube Club will begin on Thursday, April 9th in Room D217. Students can sign up on the morning Schoology post to join the fun. It will run on Thursdays from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Girls Volleyball: Girls Volleyball began on Wednesday, March 25th in the gym. Volleyball will end at 4:15 pm, late buses will be available. For Volleyball questions, email Coach Cross - JPCross@fcps.edu.
Fly Fishing: Fly Fishing began on Wednesday, March 11, and meets every Wednesday from 3:00–4:30 PM in Room A204.
Color Guard - Color Guard starts on Monday, February 2nd after-school. Please meet in the Main Hall in front of the Middle School.
Chillax Club meets on Wednesdays after-school in the Calm Cafe.
Quizbowl meets on Mondays after-school in Room A203. If you like facts and trivia then Quizbowl is for you! Questions?! Email: Mrs. Glotfelty at slglotfelty1@fcps.edu.
Stay after in Room A221 for Lego Robotics! No experience is needed - just curiosity, creativity, and teamwork. Please contact Ms. Amir for questions regarding Lego Robotics.
Japanes Language and Culture Club meets on Wednesdays after-school in Room A207. Stay after and learn some Japanese and have fun talking about Japanese Culture. Join the Schoology Group - 5CJT-B957-PQB6H. For questions about Japanese Club please contact Mr. Irwin at btirwin@fcps.edu.
Dungeons & Dragons meets on Mondays after-school in the Blue Cafeteria. For questions about Dungeons and Dragons please reach out to Mr. Calamito at nfcalamito@fcps.edu.
Middle School Mappers meets on GOLD Thursdays in room E106a with Mr. Webster. During each session, learn a new technology for determining where you are and where other things are relative to you.
- Build custom apps, maps, and dashboards to communicate.
- Collect data using apps, imagery, and potentially using a drone!
- Print a 3D map!
- Geocaching and orienteering activities.
- Connects great to many classes students will take in High School!
Would you like to learn how to craft a winning argument? Are you interested in learning about the legal profession? Do you like storytelling and public speaking? Join Mock Trial Club hosted by Ms. O'Brien and Ms. Hauser! Mock Trial club meets every Thursday from 3:00 - 4:30 in D-101. Contact Ms. O'Brien if you have any questions!
Strategy Board Games club meets on Wednesdays after-school and is sponsored by the Appian Board Game Club. Learn new games, play old classics, make new friends, and participate in tournaments! Email Contact: JRBurns@fcps.edu.
Homework Club meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after-school. Spaces are limited in Homework Club so make sure you sign up on the morning Schoology post to attend.
Join The Robinson PTSO
Follow this link to access PTSO website
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 – Mr. Herendeen neherendeen@fcps.edu
Le-Z – Ms. Lyons jalyons@fcps.edu
8th grade counselors by student last name:
A-La – Ms. Kirwan skirwan1@fcps.edu
Le-Z – Ms. Hall sshall@fcps.edu
School Psychologist – Emily Dietz (egdietz@fcps.edu)
School Social Worker – Kailyn Slade (krslade@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.
Important Dates
March 30 - April 6 - No School, spring break
Helpful Resources
RMS Administration
Malicia Braxton:Assistant Principal, Last Names A - G | MYBraxton@fcps.edu
Carly Zook: Assistant Principal, Last Names H - N | CJZook@fcps.edu
Chris Powell: Assistant Principal, Last Names O - Z | CSPowell@fcps.edu
Katy Frank: Director, Student Services | kmfrank@fcps.edu
Courtney Molle: After-School Program Specialist | cemolle@fcps.edu
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