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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
Labor Day
Friday, September 4, and Monday, September 7, are Labor Day holidays for all FCPS employees and students. Virginia legislation requires that schools opening prior to Labor Day must be closed the Friday immediately preceding Labor Day. We hope everyone takes the long weekend to celebrate a strong start to the school year and enjoy time with family and friends. See the complete school year calendar.
Transportation Patience and Safety
Thank you for your patience as we all get used to new routines this school year. We appreciate our families following Kiss and Ride procedures and being patient while waiting for your child’s bus.
If your child’s bus is delayed, you may access the Bus Delay Notification System or use the Here Comes the Bus mobile app to receive the delayed bus report. Email messages will be sent to announce significant bus delays. Please contact the Transportation Office at [phone number] with any additional questions. For concerns after 5:30 p.m., contact the FCPS Office of Safety and Security at 571-423-2000.
Update your contact information in SIS ParentVUE to make sure you receive email messages about bus delays.
SEL Screener Parent/Guardian Notification
The Fall Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener will be administered to students in grades 3 through 12 in October. Students use the SEL Screener twice a year to share their perspectives on how well their school and community help them develop skills they need to succeed. The screener works by asking questions or presenting statements that students can think about and respond to. This gives students a way to share how well their school community makes them feel valued, included, and supported.
After each screening, results are available in the Documents tab of SIS ParentVUE and mailed to families without a ParentVUE account. For more information, including SEL Screener questions and opt-out information, please visit the Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Screener webpage.
Parents/guardians may request that their student not participate in the SEL Screener on an annual basis. They can do this via the Parent Digital Consent System OR by completing the Fairfax County Social Emotional Learning Screener Opt-Out Request Form, and returning the hard copy form to their school counselor.
Update on NJHS Eligibility
The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is open to 8th graders who earned the required grade point average (GPA) during their 7th-grade year. In late September, eligible students and their enrolling parent will receive an email invitation with full details about the program.
Starting this school year, the required GPA for NJHS is increasing from 3.5 to 3.7. This change aligns NJHS with the updated 3.7 weighted cumulative GPA requirement announced for the Robinson High School National Honor Society (NHS) in January 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact the NJHS co-sponsors Mr. Herendeen (neherendeen@fcps.edu) and Ms. O’Brien (oeobrien@fcps.edu).
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST) Information Session
A representative from the TJ Admissions Office will provide an information session at Robinson before Back to School Night on Wednesday, September 9 at 5:00 p.m. in Recital Hall. 7th and 8th grade families interested in learning about TJHSST and the admissions process are invited to attend.
Students who meet the following criteria can apply: ✔️ Currently in 8th grade ✔️ Enrolled in Algebra I Honors or a higher-level math course ✔️ Taking Science Honors and at least one other honors course (e.g., English, Civics, or identified as a Young Scholar)
✔️ Earned a 3.5 GPA (Grade Point Average) or higher in Math, Science, Social Studies, English and World Language (if taken for HS credit) during 7th grade + first quarter of 8th grade
✔️ Passionate about STEM
View the full, up-to-date eligibility criteria, along with GPA information:
https://www.fcps.edu/registration/thomas-jefferson-admissions/eligibility-requirements
The application window runs between October 5 – 30. To learn more about the TJHSST admissions process, please visit https://www.fcps.edu/tjadmissions and email questions to TJAdmissions@fcps.edu.
Robinson Gear
New Year. New Gear. Same Ram Pride. Consider this your sign to refresh your Robinson spirit wear lineup and start the school year in style.
The official Robinson Rams Spirit Wear Store is stocked and ready with ALL NEW gear!
👉 Shop now: www.robinsonramsboosters.com *Rams spirit wear is sold in-person at most major school events (e.g. Back-to-School Nights, ALL home football games, Robinson Marketplace, etc.), but you can shop anytime ONLINE!
 Get your hands on the RAMS ALL SEASON SPORTS PASS today! All seasons. All sports. All year long.
Your pass gets you FREE admission to all regular season home games throughout the school year — and it pays for itself in as little as 8 games (significant savings over paying at the gate)!
Even better, your purchase includes membership in the Robinson Rams Athletic Booster Club (RRABC), helping provide critical support to Rams Athletics through:
-Equipment & uniforms
-Field & facility maintenance
-Student-athlete scholarships
👉 Scan the QR code or visit: https://forms.gle/3okNUwK7WeV3nrdWA
📬 All passes will be mailed to the address shared at checkout.
Questions? Email membership@robinsonathleticsboosters.com
Picture Dates
Middle School Pictures: September 2nd and 3rd
Makeup Pictures: October 8th and 9th
MS Clubs & Activities Program
 After-School Activities
The after-school program will begin September 14th.
Whether your student wants to join sports, get help with homework, create and compete in STEM clubs, play video games, or attend special events—there is something for everyone!
Key Highlights:
- Free Programs!
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Bus Transportation: Available 3 days a week.
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Full Schedule & Details: Will be available in September!
Action Needed: Complete Registration Today!
Even if your student isn't sure they want to participate right away, we strongly encourage every family to complete the registration form now.
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No obligation: Registering does not require your child to attend.
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Be prepared: Completing this form ensures your student is cleared to join in on any activity, any time during the school year!
👉 Click Here to Complete the Registration Form
Thank you for helping us prepare for a fantastic school year!
For questions regarding the After-School program, please email Courtney Molle.
Robinson Middle School Cross Country
Students will need a FCPS MS Sports Physical. Parents that have the FCPS Physical Form should hold on to them as more information will be sent out soon by FCPS. The first Cross Country practice will be on Monday, September 14th. More information regarding Cross Country will be available soon.
- Practice Begins - September 14
Parents can visit the FCPS MS Sports site for more information.
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-K – Ms. Markenson dmmarkenson@fcps.edu
L-Z Ms. Hall sshall@fcps.edu
8th grade counselors by student last name:
A-K – Mr. Herendeen neherendeen@fcps.edu
L-Z – Ms. Lyons jalyons@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.
Helpful Resources
RMS Administration
Malicia Braxton: 8th Grade Assistant Principal | MYBraxton@fcps.edu
Chris Powell: 7th Grade Assistant Principal | CSPowell@fcps.edu
Carly Zook: Special Education Assistant Principal | CJZook@fcps.edu
Katy Frank: Director, Student Services | kmfrank@fcps.edu
Courtney Molle: After-School Program Specialist | cemolle@fcps.edu
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