Carson MS Weekly Updates - PTA Information - Week of January 13

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Carson Middle School

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Rachel Carson MS PTA Mission Statement

"Our mission is to make every child’s potential a reality by engaging and empowering our school families and communities to advocate for all children."


Important Dates

JANUARY 

  • January 20 - Holiday/No School
  • January 29 - Teacher Workday - No School
 

Message from Your PTA Board

Welcome back to school after our long extended break!

We wish everyone a very happy 2025 and look forward to filling the year with some great activities. Please see below how you can be a part of some exciting events.

For the latest on RCMS PTA, follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

Questions? Please contact us at rcmspta@gmail.com.


No Frills Fundraiser

No Frills Fundraiser

Thanks to all our generous donors,

we have reached 16% of our goal for the school year! 

 

Please consider helping the PTA fund these great events. You can make a difference for our kids and their middle school experience—give today!

This year, rather than asking students to sell items (like cookie dough or wrapping paper) we are hoping you will participate in our no frills fundraiser! Please take time to read about what we have planned this year and consider making a donation to help make these plans a reality. Each donation we receive will ensure that the following programs can happen this school year.   

This week we’d like to highlight a very special event that we are planning for Spring 2025!                                               

The PTA in collaboration with RCMS administration and our rockstar librarians are planning an Author Visit with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Nielsen. 

Ms. Nielsen will come to RCMS to give a presentation to the whole school, followed by her participation in a Parent/Teen book club featuring her books. PTA members will have early access to register for this event. This is an event you won’t want to miss. The fall Parent/Teen Book Club was an undeniable success with interesting conversations and connections for parents and teens alike. Your donation will help make this event happen! 

Any amount you can give will help us towards our goal of fully funding all of our PTA events that will enrich our children’s learning! 

Donate  here or text '25PTA' to (919) 626-3277 to be redirected to our fundraising page. We are deeply grateful for all the donations and support we have gotten so far this year.


Regal Cinemas RCMS Fundraiser

Regal

Planning on seeing a movie or two this winter? 

See a winter blockbuster and help support the RCMS PTA! 

Purchase a Regal Cinemas 2-ticket bundle for $30, and 25% will go to support PTA initiatives!

The closest Regal Cinemas are Fairfax or Dulles, and these tickets can also be used nationwide. Plan a fun get together with Carson friends or take the family out for a night together! These bundles make great gifts and help support our Carson community. The bundles are easy to redeem, click this LINK to learn more!


Attention Seventh Grade Parents!

Congratulations! You’ve made it almost halfway through your first year here at Carson! We hope you have felt welcomed into our amazing community. Now that you’re in the groove, we’d like to ask you to take on some volunteer roles in the PTA. Many in PTA leadership are 8th grade parents and we’d like to leave our legacy strong with a group of dedicated leaders. Good news is it’s only an 18 month commitment, and we have a strong framework to hand off and make sure that your child’s time at Carson is as positive and enriching as it can be. We are ready to mentor folks in all areas of leadership, YOU have something to offer and we’d love to have your input. Please reach out to  rcmspta@gmail.com for more information. Many hands make light work and with your help we will achieve great things for Carson.       


 

Spirit Wear Available for Purchase

This winter, keep warm and show your school spirit with one of our popular pull-over hoodies. All hoodies are available in Adult sizes only.

Order yours today on the RCMS PTA Store website: https://rcmspta.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true  

RCMS Hoodie 1RCMS Hoodie 2

 


It Is Never Too Late to Join RCMS PTA!

Join the RCMS PTA today! Your membership helps fund:

  • 8th Grade Party Celebration
  • Teacher mini-grants
  • Appreciation events for over 140 staff throughout the year
  • 7th and 8th grade team building
  • Author events
  • Student support and more

Receive early access to student volunteer signups. Build connections with other RCMS parents, RCMS teachers and staff, and our new RCMS Principal.

Annual Membership Fee:

  • $30 Parent/Guardian Membership
  • $100 Family Membership
  • $15 Faculty/Staff Membership

https://rcmspta.givebacks.com/store?limit=21&live=true&category=Memberships

Questions? Please contact us: rcmspta@gmail.com

2024–2025 RCMS PTA Board Vacancies

Looking for ways to get more involved in our PTA or to make a specific program or event happen? Join our PTA Board!

We are looking for volunteers to fill the following vacancies as 8th grade parents move ahead to high school:

  • President
  • Secretary 
  • Membership

Questions? Ideas? Please contact us: rcmspta@gmail.com

Become a Rachel Carson Corporate Sponsor!

Interested in becoming a corporate sponsor or hosting a spirit event at your business? Please contact our VP Fundraising and Events rachelcarsonfundraising@gmail.com. Thank you!


Important Links

Website: https://rcmspta.givebacks.com/ 

PTA Store: https://rcmspta.givebacks.com/store

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rcmspta/

Instagram: @rcms.pta

Questions: Email rcmspta@gmail.com


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