 STUDENT RAM PAGE
Providing students and parents with important updates and reports of events and happenings in the high school.
Empowering Students In And Out Of The Classroom
Follow this link to learn more about our very own Paul Arena and the amazing work he does for so many of our students here at Robinson.
 Thank you to those who have already signed up for the opportunity (back in March) to earn service hours by volunteering for the Speech and Debate Nationals that will be taking place in Washington, DC at the convention center and surrounding hotels over Memorial Day Weekend (May 22 - 24, 2026).
The opportunity for more volunteers to sign up has become available. If you missed out the first time, please take advantage now and fill out the registration form no later than Thursday, April 30, 2026.
REGISTRATION LINK
Nominations Open for the Bussey Memorial Equity Award
Nominations are now open for the 2026 Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award. This award recognizes an employee, student, or community member who has demonstrated significant and impactful efforts to improve the educational experiences and outcomes of students from groups who are marginalized or underserved.
Any staff, student, or community member can nominate an individual for the award. All nomination materials must be submitted by Monday, May 18.
The Minority Student Achievement Oversight Committee (MSAOC) sponsors this award to honor the legacy of Dr. Bussey, a founding member of the MSAOC and a longtime advocate for students and families.
Full details and the nomination information form can be found at the Dr. Lawrence Bussey Memorial Equity Award webpage.
Required Immunizations for Rising 7th and Rising 12th Graders
The following immunizations are required for students entering 7th and 12th grade each school year.
All students entering 7th grade are required to receive one dose of each of the following immunizations prior to the beginning of school: Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis booster (Tdap), Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY), and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
- To meet the Tdap requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 7 or older.
- To meet the MenACWY requirement, the vaccination must be administered at age 10 or older.
- To meet the HPV requirement, the vaccination should be given between the ages of 11 to 12 or as early as 9 years old.
- As a parent/guardian, you may decide that your child will not receive the HPV vaccination. The school does not require documentation if a parent/guardian elects for their student not to receive the HPV vaccination.
All students entering 12th grade are to receive two doses of the Meningococcal vaccine (MenACWY) prior to the beginning of school. To meet the MenACWY 12th grade requirement, one dose must be administered at age 16 or older.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to plan ahead by scheduling an appointment with your child’s health care provider now to avoid the rush this summer. Please consider getting your child’s immunizations early so that they can attend school in the fall. Summer is a busy time for families and healthcare providers. As long as your child meets the age requirements listed above, they can be immunized at any time.
Immunization Events for FCPS StudentsFCPS, in partnership with Inspire Health Alliance, will provide school-required immunizations and optional flu shots for all FCPS students at no out-of-pocket cost. Multiple events will take place at designated FCPS locations.
Dates will be made available throughout the school year. Parents or guardians may view upcoming events and schedule an appointment for their student. Participation is voluntary. Additional immunization resources are also available.
PTSO Support Opportunities
We have a couple more opportunities to support and encourage our awesome teachers and staff!
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As you know, there is a lot of Professional Development and staff learning programs that our staff and faculty have to complete. We would like to offer some fun incentives for those who are participating. Thank you to the School-Based Technology Team for partnering with us!
Please sign up for the giftcard you want to purchase. It is important that you sign up and let us know to faciliate planning. Questions? kathyrparedes@yahoo.com)
Thank you so much for your support!
Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A9A728ABF5C16-63198540-gift
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Donations and Volunteers for Teachers Appreciation Lunch!
On Wednesday, May 6, we are hosting a Retro/Decades-themed backyard BBQ lunch because “teaching is timeless”, catered by Natural Red BBQ.
Please look at this sign-up and consider donating drinks, baked goods, or your time. We are planning lunch for 400 people!
To make donating easier, you may drop off items on Wednesday, May 6 (the morning of the luncheon) outside Entrance 1 starting at 8:45.
Or, you may drop off in advance at any of these covered porches before 9 pm on Tuesday, May 5: (see sign up for addresses)
Thank you for helping us show our fabulous Ram staff and faculty how much we love them!
Math Summer Boot Camp
Registration for the 2026 Math Summer Boot Camp is now open. Please use this link to register your student(s).
Math Summer Boot Camp to be held Monday, August 10 to Thursday, August 13 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
The purpose of this camp is to help students prepare for their upcoming math course starting in Fall 2026. This is not a jump-start course. Topics covered during the camp will be review from prior math courses. We will do our best to accommodate all registrants, but if demand exceeds capacity, preference will be given to students taking grade-level math classes (Algebra 1 for 9th grade, Geometry for 10th grade, and Algebra 2 for 11th grade) and to students enrolled in non-honors courses for School Year 2026-2027. Preference will also be given to Robinson students as this program is sponsored by the Robinson PTSO.
Your registration will be completed when BOTH of the following items have been received:
1) Completion of the Registration Form.
2) Payment of $100. Payment can only be refunded in the event we cancel the camp due to low enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances.
For questions regarding registration, please contact Mary Bowersox at MTBowersox@fcps.edu
Students who are registered may hold on to their laptops over the summer break provided they intend to return to Robinson in the Fall. If a student elects to turn in their laptop during the summer they should plan to arrive early the morning of August 10th to receive their laptop for use during the camp and the new school year.
All Night Grade Party Silent Auction
The all night grad party team is excited to be offering a silent auction full of amazing experiences.
Gift baskets, graduation tickets, restaurants, dance classes, academic tutoring, date night experiences, health and wellness packages, and more!
100% of the proceeds will support the all night grad party event and help fund the senior scholarship fund so all students can attend!
Auction will start Friday, April 24 and continue through Sunday, May 3.
Don’t miss this!
https://charityauctions.com/event/auction/1344
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Sara at sara.r.mitcho@gmail.com.
Thank you so much for supporting our seniors!
 Graduation Announcements and Other Orders
Parents of 2026 grads, please follow this link to order graduation announcements, thank you cards, photo albums and frames, and other party decorations.
Please also note that you DO NOT have to order a cap and gown. Those will be provided through another Class of 2026 process.
Service Learning Hours
This is a reminder that if you're completing community service, you can log your hours on x2VOL and earn recognition.
x2VOL is in your Naviance account under the Careers tab
While there is not service hour requirements for graduation, seniors who wish to wear a service cord at graduation should plan to log and verify your hours by May 1st.
Are you in the Robinson Service Learning Schoology Group?
You may join using the group code: 3C6R-KTQ8-MFPFG
Food Assistance - Ram Pantry
Students and families if you need assistance with food at anytime please visit the food pantry outside of door 6 and take what you need!
Afternoon Solutions
 Students - don't forget that you're encouraged to attend Afternoon Solutions every Monday in the Gold Cafeteria from 3:00pm-4:00pm to get extra help from teachers and tutors on any of your classwork. No need to sign up ahead of time.
All Night Grad Party!
Come join us for a night of FUN as we celebrate graduation with games, prizes, great food & more!
June 11, 2026, from 11pm - 4am at Dave & Buster's, Fair Oaks Mall (this is a lock-in event; all students must stay until 4am).
Buy your ticket early to save money: $125 through March, $150 May - June.
Step 1: Buy your ticket via the website or Venmo (@ANGP-Robinson). Include student's name in the notes.
Step 2: Download and sign the waiver.
Step 3: Email the signed waiver to angprobo@gmail.com.
There are no physical tickets. Students should bring their student ID to check-in at the event.
Donations are always gratefully accepted.
Follow this link to access PTSO website
Helpful Resources
Student Services Department Contacts
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