Joe T. Robinson Middle School

It's National Handwashing Awareness Week. There IS a proper way to wash your hands: Wet hands w/ clean, running water (warm or cold) Apply soap Scrub front & back of hands, between fingers, & under nails for 20 sec Rinse hands w/ clean, running water Dry hands using a clean towel

Good Evening Senators, Robinson Middle School will be having school picture day NEXT Friday December 11, 2020. Students will be given flyers with ordering information to come home today. At the beginning of next week, there will be a sign up . com link sent out for virtual students to make an appointment to get photo taken as well.

It is National Handwashing Awareness Week. According to the CDC we should watch our hands before AND after: - Touching your eyes, nose, or mouth - Touching your mask - Entering and leaving a public place - Touching a surface that may be frequently touched by other people

Dr. Monica Meadows is a Gifted & Talented Facilitator at College Station & Daisy Bates elementaries. She is helping other educators reach students from low-income homes by contributing to a new book, "Unlocking Potential." https://www.pcssd.org/article/355379?org=pcssd #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

November is Native American Heritage Month. Programs across the country work tirelessly to preserve the stories and heritage of the original inhabitants of the land. But some tribes are keeping traditions alive, including American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians.

The Little Rock Zoo is opening their Zoofari Virtual Winter Break Camp this December so that students can continue learning while away from school for a couple of weeks. Find out more information at: https://www.pcssd.org/article/355473?org=pcssd #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Today is World AIDS Day. Today we unite in the fight against HIV. World AIDS Day was founded in 1988 and was the first ever global health day.

Dear RMS Parents and students, This is just a friendly reminder that students are to bring their own water bottles to school each day. There are fountains for bottles to be refilled during the day. The office will provide disposable water bottles on a limited basis for those students who accidentally forget to bring one.

Dear RMS Parents - The Boys and Girls basketball game for tonight has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconveniences caused. Our goal is always safety and security of all students and staff. Upcoming game information will come from the coaches. Thanks, RMS Team

A NOTE from PTO : We want to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to all of our RMS teachers and staff. To show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication this first semester, the PTO will be providing a "gift card buffet" at the Holiday Luncheon on December 8th. Each and every staff person will have the opportunity to choose a gift card from the buffet. We are asking parents to please donate for this specific purpose. You do NOT need to purchase the cards yourselves - PTO will take care of the purchases. To participate, please visit our PTO store (https://Robinson-middle-pto.square.site). Or you may send an envelope to school with marked "PTO Teacher Appreciation" and have your student bring it to the front office. $20 will purchase 1 gift card, but any donation amount is appreciated! All donations will go directly toward Teacher Appreciation. Please note that this program is taking the place of our traditional Adopt-a-Teacher program as we adapt to COVID. We will offer a similar opportunity in the Spring as well. Fingers crossed we can return to Adopt-a-Teacher next year! We LOVE our teachers and staff - thank you for helping us show them we care!

November is Child Safety Protection Month. There are some important steps to take to keep children safe outside like checking play areas to ensure lawn equipment, tools, or other yard items, like branches, are put away to prevent injury. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

PCSSD will offer a full-time, 100% online school for students in K-12 next school year (different than our virtual template this year). DRIVEN Virtual Academy will provide flexibility with self-paced options, mentoring programs, and more. If you are interested in DRIVEN Virtual Academy, please complete this survey: https://forms.gle/7QyEFXtzrcec8kMFA #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

November is Native American Heritage Month. Some well known inventions by Native Americans include anesthetics and topical pain relievers, corn, and kayaks. But some lesser known contributions include syringes, cable suspension bridges, hammocks, baby bottles, and mouthwash.

A NOTE from PTO : We want to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to all of our RMS teachers and staff. To show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication this first semester, the PTO will be providing a "gift card buffet" at the Holiday Luncheon on December 8th. Each and every staff person will have the opportunity to choose a gift card from the buffet. We are asking parents to please donate for this specific purpose. You do NOT need to purchase the cards yourselves - PTO will take care of the purchases. To participate, please visit our PTO store (https://Robinson-middle-pto.square.site). Or you may send an envelope to school with marked "PTO Teacher Appreciation" and have your student bring it to the front office. $20 will purchase 1 gift card, but any donation amount is appreciated! All donations will go directly toward Teacher Appreciation. Please note that this program is taking the place of our traditional Adopt-a-Teacher program as we adapt to COVID. We will offer a similar opportunity in the Spring as well. Fingers crossed we can return to Adopt-a-Teacher next year! We LOVE our teachers and staff - thank you for helping us show them we care!

RMS Families: Monday & Tuesday Expectations Link: https://www.smore.com/fwd2c Have a Great Thanksgiving Holiday!

Attention parents : Please know that interium reports will be mailed to you this week. So please on the look out for it. You may also access HAC or Schoology for student interium grades and details. Have a wonderful day ! Go Senators !

Here's a reminder about the virtual pivot schedule for schools and district offices next week. Hope you have a great weekend! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Pulaski County Youth Services is hosting a "Mask Up for Justice" scavenger hunt for middle & high students across the county. 15 winners will receive a sweatshirt & mask. Submit entries to mborders-hoskin@pulaskicounty.net by 5 pm Nov. 22. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Happy Educational Support Professionals Day! Thank you for your dedication to our students and families! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Our Robinson Volunteers are AMAZING! Even with limited access and following CDC guidelines, parents and community members are still volunteering in various aspects for the greater good of students and staff. Volunteers have continued a long standing tradition here at RMS…going over and beyond to make a difference. Besides actual participation in volunteering for events, Volunteers can count their travel and preparation time for each activity. If you have donated and shopped for donations for teacher gifts, luncheons/breakfasts, etc.; it all counts towards hours. Please take the time to complete the PALS form for documentation of hours contributed. If you would rather email your hours, email to: tscott4418@pcssd.org Please have your hours submitted by Friday 11/20/20. Thank you again for the gift of your time and making a difference. First Semester PALS Hours Cut-off Date---------------------------------------------------------Friday,Nov. 20, 2020 Include volunteer hours from 3/14/20 – 11/20/20. Sincerely, Toni Scott https://forms.gle/a1xB57petgJz4Hfo7