Joe T. Robinson Middle School

Today is Volunteer Recognition Day. Thank you to the many volunteers across PCSSD who have continued to find creative ways to volunteer and support our students and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Dear RMS Parents. Reminder: Regular ACT Aspire Assessments will conclude on Wednesday. On Tuesday, we have Writing and on Wednesday, we will have the English Assessment. Please review the link for make-up testing below. If your child needs to make-up a test and they are virtual, please plan to have your child present at school during the designated testing time. It is critical that you ask your child if they have taken all of the assessments thus far (3) Reading, Science, and Math. The Reading Assessment will be on Tuesday afternoon beginning at 12:30 until 2:15pm. You may pick your child up at the conclusion of the test. Again, refer to the link to ensure your child is present for any make-up assessments. Thanks for your cooperation and attention to this information. Link For Tests: RMS ACT Aspire Make Up Test Schedule https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kAE1uRl2taSXMW3JZ118mQRzJxjWlZHACsUUsjjJgxY/edit?usp=sharing Have a great night!

PBS KIDS is encouraging parents to work with children to help them learn spatial reasoning. This can be something as easy as the Hokey Pokey, or even something fun like creating and following a treasure map. https://www.pbs.org/parents/which-way-map-activities-for-kids #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

April is Occupational Therapy Month. Thank you to the many PCSSD occupational therapists who work with our students every day! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

DEADLINE EXTENED Don't forget to turn in your order forms for the field day SURVIVOR t-shirts. I will take orders until the end of the school day on Monday, April 19 ! Order form copies are in the front office. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uCb4u3Az-I7CHDoqdsPUouZZnnxtlgppZKbNqvUpr6Y/edit?usp=sharing If you have any questions, please call the front office. 501-868-2410. Have a great weekend! Melissa McGibbony Secretary Robinson Middle School

8th grader Mikalya Bax presented her AVID e-binder to the school board Tuesday. She showed how she is using digital organizational skills to stay on track and monitor her own progress. We are proud of you, Mikalya!

Good Evening RMS Families! Despite the slow start to the day, we had a great day of testing & the students worked hard! We have made an adjustment: Testing Sessions Will End Approximately 12:30pm. Chromebooks are required and should be charged the night before each testing day. If your child brings a cell phone or electronic device to school, it will be collected and returned once the test is completed. Please also have your child bring a water-bottle. Your child is scheduled to test on the following days and times. Students must remain on campus until 12:30pm. Science: April 14th at 8:45 → 12:30 Math: April 15th at 8:45 → 12:30pm Writing: April 20th at 8:45 → 12:30pm English: April 21st at 8:45 → 12:00pm Thank you! RMS Team

Robinson Middle: RMS Families! ACT Aspire Testing begins tomorrow! Road to Finals is Here! :) As with all school days, children should get a good night’s sleep, eat a nutritional breakfast, and arrive at school on time. Chromebooks are required and should be charged the night before each testing day. Testing will begin promptly at the regular start of the school day. Students who arrive after the start of testing will not be permitted into the testing room and will take the make-up exam when it is offered. Additionally, please remind your child that cell phones and other electronic devices are not permitted in testing areas. If your child brings a cell phone or electronic device to school, it will be collected and returned once the test is completed. Your child is scheduled to test on the following days and times. Students must remain on campus until 12:00pm. Reading: April 13th at 8:45 → 12:00pm Science: April 14th at 8:45 → 12:00pm Math: April 15th at 8:45 → 12:00pm Writing: April 20th at 8:45 → 12:00pm English: April 21st at 8:45 → 12:00pm Thank you! RMS Team

This is Educator Commitment Signing Week to celebrate students who are committed to the teaching profession. We are proud of the many students who are declaring their commitment to the field of education this week! #TeachArkansas #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Dear RMS Families- Please review the PTO Request for supports for ACT Aspire this week! Link: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/5080b4ea8ae2fa5f49-rmsstaff Thank you for your amazing support of our school community! RMS PTO

April is Financial Literacy Month and today is National Teach Children to Save Day. Economics Arkansas is hosting a design-and-create a savings bank contest for families and classrooms. Deadline for entry is April 19. https://www.economicsarkansas.org/for_teachers/financial-literacy-project-create-a-savings-bank.html #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The National Public Health Week theme is Building Bridges to Better Health. SUNDAY: Elevating the Essential & Health Workforce. Worker protections, like PPE & sick leave, mean better health outcomes for employees. http://www.nphw.org/NPHW-2021/Elevating-Workforce #NPHW #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

April is School Library Month and we will be sending a big THANK YOU to our teacher librarians all month. Today we highlight the teacher librarians in the Sylvan Hills feeder. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

The National Public Health Week theme is Building Bridges to Better Health. SATURDAY: Uplifting Mental Health & Wellness. Physical activity, sleep, a well-balanced diet, & gratitude can improve mental health. http://www.nphw.org/NPHW-2021/Mental-Health-and-Wellness #NPHW #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Last call to order a Robinson Middle School 2021 Yearbook! If you ordered an ad for your student, please complete it by this coming Monday, April 12! Yearbooks are on sale now for $30. Reserve your copy today at this link: https://www.balfour.com/arkansas/little-rock/robinson-middle-school !

The National Public Health Week theme is Building Bridges to Better Health. FRIDAY: Building COVID-19 Resilience. Our public health systems need to be better equipped to respond to future public health emergencies. http://www.nphw.org/NPHW-2021/COVID-19-Resilience #NPHW #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Thank you Assistant Principal Mr. John Bagby! Mr. Bagby is married with 2 children. His favorite vacation spot is Orange Beach. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Thank you Assistant Principal Ms. Bobbie Banks! Ms. Banks enjoys photography, collecting inspirational items, and listening to Darius Rucker. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence

Joe T. Robinson Middle School will conduct ACT Aspire testing Tuesday, April 13th; Wednesday, April 14th; Thursday, April 15th; Tuesday, April 20th and Wednesday, April 21st. All students must report to the building on these days. Students should arrive to school no later than 8:40. Testing sessions will be in progress until lunch. Students should not check out until testing has concluded each day. Students should have a fully charged Chromebook and a water bottle each day. There will be after-testing activities on the 13th, 15th, and 20th including a concession stand for students to purchase various refreshments. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AsE4SxEaAeCxUw7EFNB1RjytTcyA6Bdw7xoCly5V20A/edit?usp=gmail&ts=6070aad8

The National Public Health Week theme is Building Bridges to Better Health. THURSDAY: Galvanizing Climate Justice. Communities with greater cohesion have better health outcomes after climate-related disasters. http://www.nphw.org/NPHW-2021/Climate-Justice #NPHW #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence