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Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the middle school.
 In Virginia during October, Disability History and Awareness activities provide an opportunity to create greater public awareness for individuals with disabilities, with the goal of full inclusion in our community.
National Bullying Prevention Month
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. To help develop a common understanding of Bullying, below is the FCPS definition.
Bullying in Students Rights and Responsibilities is defined as: “Any aggressive and unwanted behavior that is intended to harm, intimidate, or humiliate the victim; involves a real or perceived power imbalance between the aggressor or aggressors and victim; and is repeated over time or causes severe emotional trauma. “Bullying” includes cyberbullying. “Bullying” does not include ordinary teasing, horseplay, argument, or peer conflict.”
For more information on how FCPS handles a bullying situation please visit the FCPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention webpage. Our goal is to ensure all students feel safe and welcome at school. If you have questions and/or concerns about something that is going on at school, please contact the front office so that they can support you and most importantly your student.
Walk and Roll to School Day
FCPS will participate in International Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 7, in an effort to promote physical activity and reduce traffic congestion and pollution near schools.Students and employees are encouraged to bike or walk to school and work where safe to do so. Parents are encouraged to accompany their children to school, and to work with their school and PTA or PTO to assemble bike trains or walking groups for the event. Schools are encouraged to register online with Walk and Bike to School. Get more information about Walk to School Day.
Superintendent Community Conversations
Join Superintendent Dr. Michelle Reid for a Community Conversation. Students, families, staff, and community members are invited to ask questions, share concerns, and discuss what matters most to them. Everyone is welcome! Click on the date to register for any of the following events:
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Monday, September 28, at 6:30 p.m., at Riverside Elementary School
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Monday, October 19, at 6:30 p.m., at Spring Hill Elementary School
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Monday, October 26, at 6:30 p.m., at Beech Tree Elementary School
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Thursday, October 29, at 6:30 p.m., at North Springfield Elementary School
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Friday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m., at Powell Elementary School
Registration is not required, but it helps with planning.
October 7 PSAT/SAT School Day Information
All high schools will administer the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Standard PSAT/NMSQT and SAT school day testing requires approximately three hours to administer.
A two-hour early release is scheduled for all high school and secondary school students on PSAT/SAT Day to provide staff development or to allow teacher-directed time.
7th & 8th Grade - Students are having an instructional day and will follow the bell schedule below.
If you have questions about the PSAT/NMSQT administration or alternative activities, please contact Kim Longworth kalongworth@fcps.edu.
Safe Routes to School Parent and Caregiver Survey
As part of the Fairfax County School Board’s Annual School-Based Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Assessment, the FCPS Office of Safety and Security and Safe Routes to School program are inviting parents and caregivers to share their experiences traveling to and from school.
The Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Survey asks about walking and biking routes, traffic near schools, kiss and ride experiences, accessibility, and other safety concerns.
Your feedback will help FCPS identify common issues. Your responses will be kept confidential and shared with school administrators and the Office of Safety and Security. The five-minute survey is open through Thursday, October 15.
Be sure to identify the school related to your feedback and include specific locations where you have observed a safety issue. If you have students at different schools in FCPS, please complete a different survey for each school.
If you have any questions about the survey, please contact SafeRoutestoSchool@fcps.edu.
FCPS Seeks Community Input on Middle School AAP Centers
FCPS is exploring a plan to offer Full-Time Advanced Academic Program (AAP) services at every middle school. Under the proposal, students who qualify could attend their neighborhood middle school and take advanced classes with other AAP students. The School Board has approved community engagement at Franklin, Hayfield, Holmes, Key, and Whitman middle schools, where programs could open for the 2027-28 school year. The proposal is still under consideration, and the School Board is expected to make a decision in December.
Each community meeting offers in-person and virtual participation. Upcoming meetings are scheduled for:
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Franklin Middle: Monday, October 5, at 6 p.m.
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Holmes Middle: Thursday, October 15, at 6 p.m.
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Whitman Middle: Thursday, October 22, at 6 p.m.
Current middle school students will remain at their assigned AAP centers through middle school. Learn more and find meeting sign-up forms on the Middle School AAP Centers page.
Calendar Change: Eid al-Fitr
FCPS will mark the beginning of Eid al-Fitr with an evening-only observance day on Monday, March 8. There will be school on this day, but major school-sponsored events and activities (such as auditions or tryouts) will not take place.
Tuesday, March 9, will be a holiday for students and staff.
Wednesday, March 10, will be an observance day. There will be school on this day, but certain activities that cannot be made up (major tests, field trips, or mandatory events) will not take place on this day.
A new school year calendar has been published, which includes this change. Please note that holidays and observances on the calendar may shift due to anticipated lunar sightings.
Save the Date: Community Resource Fair!
Robinson and Lake Braddock Secondary Schools are hosting a joint Community Resource Fair on Thursday, October 15, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lake Braddock SS Cafeteria (Door 15). Come explore Fairfax County resources related to health, recreation, education, and family partnerships.
For questions, contact Carla Quiroga-Anello (cquirogaanel@fcps.edu), Robinson Secondary Family Liaison.
 
Stock the Staff Work Rooms Drive
Our teachers, staff and administration all work so hard for our students! Here's a chance to give back and show our appreciation!
The Fall PTSO "Thank you! Drive"
Let's spread some sunshine to our hardworking staff and faculty at Robinson! With end of Quarter approaching, let's show our love by stocking the workrooms with some fun snacks.
The PTSO is organizing a donation drive of store bought individually wrapped crackers, chips, candy or snacks. They will be distributed in the TWELVE (!!!) staff workrooms and to our custodial staff and security staff. We are coordinating the drive for Oct 5 - Oct 26 (but we never turn away a donation if it comes later!)
You can donate several ways:
1) there is an Amazon Wish list below and the items can be delivered to the Paredes House. Again, please make sure any donations are marked "PTSO".
Amazon Wish List with items on it:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/AQICAHild4Vpadjqcz7bdgUf6Qu6-OaRt7P_FJRNNbyMlg-OQwEKwwAb_b1Xl_9X2rzyauVQAAAAkTCBjgYJKoZIhvcNAQcGoIGAMH4CAQAweQYJKoZIhvcNAQcBMB4GCWCGSAFlAwQBLjARBAxDMV-1hh3LGfIl6WoCARCATJJDKllvm3Kb24KzKD2fwK7GS0VM96uAiFOupMvVfXCAsEMxxlVZT2_q0fx_vUuJXKTfCrUZ-55LLbshB1itDwXTQXEev8YuvuA0Jdg?ref_=wl_share
2) drop off any donations at the Paredes House in Burke. Please email kathyrparedes@yahoo.com for the exact address near the Burke Library. Please mark it PTSO. See Sign Up Genius for suggestions
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A9A728ABF5C16-66437856-goodies
3) drop any donations at Door 1 at Robinson. Please label any donations "Robinson PTSO"
World Languages Credit by Exam
FCPS WLCBE 2026
World Languages Credit by Exam
Earn world language credits for demonstrating
language proficiency in a language other than English!
About the FCPS World Languages Credit by Exam (WLCBE):
The exam assesses language proficiency in languages other than English.
Students who take the exam may earn up to three passing world language credits for levels one, two, and/or three for the language of the exam.
The credits may fulfill the world languages requirements for the Advanced Studies Diploma.
The FCPS WLCBE is also an approved assessment for awarding the Virginia Department of Education’s (VDOE) Seal of Biliteracy.
The exam is offered one time per school year for the languages listed on the FCPS World Languages Credit by Exam website (see below).
A student may participate in the exam two times per language, once per year, between grades 7 through 12. In other words, students have two chances per language to earn credits by taking the exam, but may only take the exam one time per year.
Registration:
September 8 through October 16, 2026.
Late registrations will not be accepted.
See your counselor to register or for more information.
Testing Time & Location:
The WLCBE will be offered at Robinson Secondary School between November 9-20, 2026.
See your counselor for more information.
Learn more about the FCPS Credit by Exam Website:
https://www.fcps.edu/academics/high/world-languages/credit-exam-world-languages WLCreditExam@fcps.edu
Fairfax County Public Schools | Instructional Services | World Languages | WLCreditExam@fcps.edu
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Jazz Band Auditions
The Robinson Jazz Band is a great way for experienced musicians to connect with jazz, latin, rock, and pop styles of music.
Jazz Band Auditions will take place during all RAISE periods between October 5 and October 16. Auditions are open to all students enrolled in band as a class AND non-band students who play PIANO, GUITAR, UPRIGHT BASS, or BASS GUITAR. Afterschool audition times can be scheduled as needed.
Audition music will be available in the band room beginning September 14th. Please visit the MS band room to sign up for an audition time and pick up audition materials (Room 402).
Robinson ANGP Spiritwear
Check out the Robinson Spiritwear available on the Robinson ANGP website!
Buy now while supplies last! Merchandise | Robinson Secondary All Night Grad Party
Email Treasurer@robinsonangp.org with questions!
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
Makeup Pictures: October 8th and 9th
MS Clubs & Activities Program
 Important Program Information:
- Late buses run on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and depart Robinson around 4:45 PM.
- Check out the 1st Quarter Calendar and Club Descriptions. Please reminder that activities are added throughout the year.
- If you haven't yet completed the After-School Registration Form, you must do so before your student stays after. Take 30 seconds and complete it today so your student doesn't miss any opportunities!
- Students will sign up on their grade level Schoology each late bus day they wish to attend.
- Please visit the Robinson Website for any additional information.
For questions regarding the After-School program, please email Courtney Molle.
MS Sports - Cross Country, Volleyball, and Track
In addition to the After-School Program, all middle schools in Fairfax County have interscholastic sports activities. Currently we have Cross Country (starts today) in the Fall, Volleyball in the Winter (January), and Track & Field in the Spring. These require an additional registration and a sports physical.
Next Steps:
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- Final Forms Resources - check for the email which was sent on 9/2 to all parent emails that are in ParentVue:
For more information on FCPS Middle School Sports, go to the Student Athlete page of the FCPS website. or contact Courtney Molle, our After-School Program Specialist, at cemolle@fcps.edu.
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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