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Announcements

2020-21 School Year and Virtual Learning

Our "2020-21 School Year" page is where we will post updates, reminders, bell schedules, and other logistical information from Principal Stokes and our school admin team to parents during this school year.

Our "Virtual Learning" page, is devoted to providing ongoing resources to help student and their parents during virtual learning.

Last Day of School is Friday, June 11

June 11 is the last day of school for Carson students and it's also a 2-Hour Early Release. Click here to see the schedule for the day.

All Students to Learn Virtually on June 8

On Tuesday June 8, primary elections will take place in Virginia. Many FCPS schools (including RCMS) will be used as polling locations. To accommodate voting and social distancing needs, June 8 is now a virtual synchronous day for all students – meaning all students (both virtual and in-person students) will log in to classes via BBCU from their home on that day. There will be no in person learning at Carson on June 8.

Summer VIP Program at Carson

Summer VIP is back! This program is designed to create a fun, relaxed environment for students to engage in a variety of activities and engage with their peers. Space will be limited and registration will open on Friday, April 23.

Important SOL Testing Dates and Updates (SOLS must be taken at Carson!)

Carson will be administering SOL tests this spring. Middle school students have the opportunity to take the Reading SOL (grades 7 and 8), Math SOL (grades 7 and 8), and Science 8 SOL. Please click here for specific information pertaining to each test as well ask information regarding refusal options.

Principal's Corner

Check out the latest message from Mr. Stokes in the Principal's Corner.

COVID-19 Vaccination Appointment Scheduling

People 16 years and older may schedule an appointment to receive one of the three available free COVID-19 vaccines at Fairfax County Health Department clinics, the Tysons Community Vaccination Center, or the George Mason University. A parent or other adult (18 years and over) must physically accompany a minor at the COVID-19 vaccine appointment.

No-Cost Meals for All FCPS Students through June 30, 2021

Grab and Go meal sites are open 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). Meal Kits sites distribute each Monday from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., or until supplies are exhausted. Buses distributing meals are operating Monday through Friday. Meals will be available at no-cost Monday-Friday at all schools with in-person instruction. Specific information about meal distribution locations and bus distribution schedules are available.

Virtual Town Hall Recording and Slide Deck: SOL Update

Please click here to access the recording from the virtual town hall on April 8.

Virtual Parent Coffee Resources from April 7

Please click here for the BBCU recording of our Virtual Parent Coffee on Concurrent Instruction as well as other resources regarding behavior intervention supports.

Parent Technology Help Desk

To support families who are working with their children during distance learning, Fairfax County Public Schools now has a Parent Technology Help Desk. The number is 1-833-921-3277 (833-921-FCPS). It will be answered by staff 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. If the help desk is unable to solve the issue on the phone with the parent or guardian, they will enter a ticket on the parent’s behalf and the request for help will be transferred to the appropriate FCPS team.

Safety Tipline

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

Upcoming Events at Rachel Carson Middle School

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Bell Schedule

View our virtual bell schedule!

Attendance Form

Submit a student absence online!

After School Program

Learn about our After School Program!

Mental Health Resources: 24/7 Emergency Numbers

Rachel Carson Middle School Features

Congratulations to Mr. DiMassimo, Who Was Selected as One of Yamaha's "40 Under 40".

February 23, 2021
Congratulations to Mr. DiMassimo, who was selected as one of Yamaha's "40 Under 40" - a list that celebrates the top 40 music educators under the age of 40! He was selected from over 450 nominations, but that's no surprise to any of his students! Click here to see the publication.

Ms. George Recognized as FCPS 2020 Region 1 Outstanding Outstanding School-based Operational Employee!

January 08, 2021
Congratulations to instructional assistant Ashli Matus George who was recognized as the FCPS 2020 Region 1 Outstanding School-based Operational Employee!

RCMS Counselor Newsletter

September 09, 2020
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FCPS News and Features

FY22 Virtual Budget Public Hearing

FY22 Virtual Budget Public Hearing

Recommended Family Life Education (FLE) Instructional Materials Available for Community Review

Recommended Family Life Education (FLE) materials (media and lesson objectives) to support instruction are available for community review from Friday, May 7, through 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 7.

School Photos for the Week Ending May 7, 2021

See photos of teacher and students celebrating teacher appreciation week, preparing for performances, observing nature, and more.

Student School Board Representative Announced for 21-22 School Year

Pranav Choudhary, a junior at Langley High School, has been elected by the countywide Student Advisory Council (SAC) to serve a one-year term as student representative to the Fairfax County School Board, beginning July 1.
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