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Important Upcoming
October 12 - School Planning Day - No school for students
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Fall Picture Retakes!
Retakes Thursday, November 5.
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Study Help and Support in Schoology
Study Help and Support Available to Students in Schoology
A new Schoology Study and Support Hub is available for students in Schoology. This space was developed by the FCPS Educational Technology Team with input from students. It is designed to provide essential study tools and academic support resources directly to our learners.
Students can log in to Schoology and read their Schoology announcements or watch this video on the support hub for more information.
Twice-Exceptional (2e) Program Info.
We’re excited to share information about Twice-Exceptional (2e) Programming available within our school system. Twice-exceptional students demonstrate advanced abilities while also experiencing learning, attention, or other challenges that may require additional support.
Please view the attached flyer to learn more about 2e programming, available resources, and opportunities to support the unique strengths and needs of twice-exceptional learners.
If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact
Caroline Guild at cjguild@fcps.edu.
Click here for more information
Fall Full-Time AAP Screening
Parents and teachers interested in referring students for the fall full-time AAP screening must submit a full-time AAP referral form to the school’s Advanced Academic Resource Teacher (AART) by October 16. 2026. Fall 2026 screening is only available to students newly enrolled in FCPS after January 1, 2026, who were not screened in Spring 2026.
For information pertaining to the Fall 2026 screening process, testing and identification timeline or identification and placement, please contact Carrie Guild at cjguild@fcps.edu.
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TJ Information Night at RCMS- Tuesday, September 29 at 5pm
Please click here for information on the TJ informational session at Carson Middle School in the gym. The session will not be recorded, but a link to a power-point will be posted on the school website in a few days and in next week's News You Choose.
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Applications Open October 5 for Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology
Eighth graders who have an aptitude and passion for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) are encouraged to apply for admission to the Class of 2031 at Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology (TJHSST).
The application will be available Monday, October 5, at 4 p.m. Applications must be started by 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 28, with a submission deadline of 4 p.m. Friday, October 30. Visit the TJHSST registration page for more information, including a schedule of upcoming information sessions at middle schools.
Registration for the World Languages Credit by Exam
This year's World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at each FCPS middle, high, and secondary school.
The World Languages Credit by Exam is an optional test for students in grades 7-12 who can speak and write (type) proficiently in a language other than English. Based on the results of the exam, they can earn 1, 2, and/or 3 passing world language credits. If that language is one of the languages listed below, consider registering your student for the World Languages Credit by Exam!
The World Languages Credit by Exam will be administered at Carson Middle School on November 11th. Students will be notified about what day they will be testing closer to the test dates.
Registration opens on September 8th, at 8 a.m., and closes on October 16th, at 4 p.m.
Late registrations will not be accepted.
More information, including the list of languages offered on the exam, and how to register is available online.
World Language Credit by Exam Information
Click the link below for more information.
26-27 WLCBE School Flyer.pdf
News from the Library: Parent Teen Book Club - You’re Invited!
Are you looking for a way to connect with your teen? Would you like to get involved in the Carson community? Do you love to read? If you answered “YES” to any of the questions, please consider signing up to participate in Carson’s Parent Teen Book Club - Fall Edition.
The Carson Library is to announce our fall Parent Teen Book Club on November 18, 2026 from 7-8:30pm, and we would love to see you there! After choosing one of the five book options, you and your child will be loaned a copy of the book to read. Then, on November 18, we will come together to talk about the book selection and have some light refreshments.
CLICK HERE to learn more and to read about the book choices. Ready to sign up for a fun evening of literary conversations with your middle schooler, fill out the sign up form HERE! Spaces are limited, so don’t delay! Sign-up today!
Please reach out to librarians, Ellen Bickford (elbickford@fcps.edu) or Elizabeth Donovan (emdonovan1@fcps.edu) with any questions. Please note that this is not a family event but rather an event for one adult and one Carson student. Thank you for helping us keep the event appropriately sized for a cozy, meaningful book club.
RCMS Family Liaison
You can contact our parent liaison by phone or email: Drina Teran (Mon.–Fri.) at 703-925-3603 or drteranalfar@fcps.edu
Please be sure to include your name, your student's name, and your contact phone number in your message.
Family Resource Center
The Family Resource Center (PRC)offers free workshops (webinars), consultations, a lending library, and resources to help adults support the success of all students, including those with learning challenges, special needs, and disabilities.
Family Information Line Available in Nine Languages
Parents/caregivers who speak Amharic, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, Korean, Spanish, Urdu, or Vietnamese may call a telephone information line for general information about FCPS.
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FCPS Cares
Do you want to celebrate a Rachel Carson employee who does ordinary things in an extraordinary way, or goes beyond what is expected? If so, then click here to share with everyone.
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Learn About School Meals
Families need to provide their children with money to purchase meals at school or send them with a packed lunch. Alternatively, families may apply to receive free and reduced-price meal benefits, pending approval.
New Student ID Cards and Bus Navigation System
This fall, every FCPS student will receive a student identification (ID) card as part of a divisionwide effort to modernize school transportation, improve communication with families, and strengthen student safety while traveling to and from school.
Every student who rides the school bus will need to tap on and tap off the bus every day using their new Student ID card. Families can help by reinforcing this new habit with their child.
Learn more about the new transportation system and student ID cards.
Other Schools Are Sharing
Oakton HS
As part of our annual recruiting efforts, we invite 6th-8th graders to join our marching band for an evening to experience life as a Marching Cougar.
This year, the event will take place on October 9 at our game against South Lakes High School. Click the link to our signup page to our signup page if you are interested.
Looking for Adventure & Fun? Join Scouts!
Scout Troop 1530 welcomes youths who are interested in outdoor adventures, camping, leadership, community service, and building friendships. Scouts have opportunities to learn new skills, take on challenges, serve their community, and grow in confidence and independence. Whether you're new to Scouting or looking for a troop to join, we'd love to meet you! Learn more about Troop 1530, upcoming activities, and how to get involved at this site: https://www.bsatroop1530.org/.
Who to Contact
If you have a question or concern, please visit our website for a full listing of Who to Contact. This listing includes all of our administrators, our counselors, and who to speak to regarding a specific content area or class. Contact information for all staff members is listed on our website - just click on the name of the person you wish to contact to be redirected to their email address: RCMS Staff Directory.
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