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Announcements

Virtual Parent Meeting on Monday, July 13

We are in the process of preparing for the return to school. There are two options for how students will engage in their learning in the fall: in-person for two days per week with days of independent study or full-time virtual learning. All families have received information for how to select your preference for the coming school year. Click here to find out more information.

2020-21 New Student Registration

Welcome to Rachel Carson Middle School! We are excited to welcome our newest students for the 2020-21 school year. Looking for information about registering a new student with us? Please fill out this form to start the registration process!

Summer Learning Opportunities

To provide continuity of learning through the summer months, FCPS will continue to provide recommended, virtual learning opportunities for students from June 29 to July 31. Click here for details.

Return to School 2020-2021 Options

Please click here to find out more information regarding the Return to School 2020-2021 options.

Return to School – Frequently Asked Questions

View the answers to questions that parents have submitted about the 2020-21 school year. 

2020-21 Enrollment Deadline Extended to July 15

The deadline for completing the enrollment form for Fall 2020 has been extended to July 15.  Complete the form. 

Return to School - Fall 2020 Enrollment Options and Form

For the coming year, parents and caregivers have two learning options for their students. Compare the two options and complete this enrollment form by July 15, 2020.

Virtual VIP

VIP is going Virtual !!!

Grab and Go Meals

FCPS is providing grab and go meals at several schools and community centers, pop-up locations, and along several bus routes throughout the county.

Safety Tipline

Report safety issues online or by text message using the Safety Tipline.  You may choose to identify yourself or remain anonymous.

My School Bucks

Do you need to create a My School Bucks Account? Click here for info!

News You Choose from Carson MS

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Upcoming Events at Rachel Carson Middle School

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CARSON MS PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA)

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Need to Report an Absence?

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After School Program

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Mental Health Resources: 24/7 Emergency Numbers

Rachel Carson Middle School Features

COMING SOON...Record Request and Private School Application Process

January 24, 2020
The process for requesting academic records and for applying for private schools.

RCMS Hosts Annual Veteran's Day Event

November 19, 2019
On Monday, November 11th, RCMS had the privilege of hosting our annual Veterans Day event where 60 Veterans from all armed forces visited with our staff and students, and shared about their experiences of service to our country. 

Common Sense Recognized School

September 05, 2019
Strong work by our students and staff to earn the Common Sense Media distinction!
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FCPS News and Features

Five Things to Know This Week - July 13, 2020

This week's issue has information about the July 15 enrollment deadline, the start of the school year being delayed until September 8, how to fight stress during social distancing, and a telephone information line for parents in multiple languages.

Return to School Reminder - July 14

Dr. Brabrand sent the latest details on school schedules along with a reminder about the July 15 deadline to submit student enrollment choice for the coming school year.

2020 Collect for Kids School Supply Drive to Be Online Only

As we look forward to a virtual or in person new school year, students need school supplies to be prepared to learn. Once again, Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) and the Foundation for FCPS are leading the Collect for Kids effort, a consortium of not-for-profit, for-profit, and government entities promoting, coordinating, and providing school supply drives to benefit FCPS students.

Five 2020 Graduates Named 2020 National Merit Scholarship Winners

Five Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) graduates from the class of 2020 have been named winners of college-sponsored scholarships by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).
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