Andrew A. Robinson Elementary -

🎉🔬 STEM CHELLA IS COMING! 🔬🎉

Get ready for an evening of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics FUN at our upcoming STEM Chella event! Students and families will have the opportunity to explore exciting experiments, hands-on activities, and engaging learning experiences for every grade level. 🚀🧪

📅 April 9th
⏰ 5:00 PM

🎟 Tickets will be going on sale soon! Be on the lookout for preorder information so you can secure your tickets early.

Bring the whole family and join us for a night filled with discovery, creativity, and STEM excitement! 🌟

🌴☀️ Spring Break is Here! ☀️🌴 The Rockets are ready to enjoy a well-deserved break! 🚀 We hope all of our students and families have a fun, safe, and relaxing Spring Break from March 16 – March 23. Take time to rest, recharge, and make great memories! We can’t wait to welcome everyone back refreshed and ready to finish the school year strong. 💫📚 #SpringBreak #RocketPride #RestRechargeReturn

Hi! The Safety Patrols & Tech Team is doing a virtual fundraiser selling delicious Double Good popcorn from Mar 3, 7:00pm - Mar 7, 7:00pm. Get all the details and support here: https://popup.doublegood.com/s/dgfm0489

You’re invited! Join us for our SAC Meeting on March 25th at 8:00 AM. We look forward to seeing you there!

📚✏️ Updated 2nd–5th Grade Testing Schedule ✏️📚

Andrew Robinson families, please review the updated DMA testing dates below:

🗓 March 4 – DMA Reading / DMA Math / DMA Science
🗓 March 5 – DMA Reading / DMA Math / DMA Science
🗓 March 6 – DMA Reading / DMA Math
🗓 March 9 – DMA Reading / DMA Math
🗓 March 10–11 – DMA Reading / DMA Math

Let’s ensure our Rockets are ready to shine! 🚀

✔️ Get plenty of rest
✔️ Eat a healthy breakfast
✔️ Arrive on time
✔️ Do your very best

We are proud of the hard work our students continue to show each day. Let’s finish strong! 💙 #AndrewRobinsonElementary #RocketPride #TestingReady

It’s time for Dr. Seuss Week at Andrew Robinson! 🎩📚✨ March 2nd – March 6th We can’t wait to see our students and staff show off their Seussian spirit all week long! 🧦 Monday – Fox in Socks Rock your silliest, craziest socks! 👯‍♀️ Tuesday – Thing 1 & Thing 2 Find a friend and twin for the win! 🎩 Wednesday – Cat in the Hat Day Wear red and white stripes and your favorite hat! 💚 Thursday – Feeling Grinchy Dress in your best Grinch attire or wear ALL green! 🌳 Friday – The Lorax Sport a mustache, dress like the Lorax, or come as a truffula tree! Inspired by the wonderful world of Dr. Seuss, this week is all about celebrating reading, creativity, and school spirit. We can’t wait to see everyone’s amazing outfits! #DrSeussWeek #AndrewRobinson #ReadAcrossAmerica #SeussSpirit #ElementaryFun 📖✨

Join us this morning for our SAC meeting at 8:00am!

REMINDER | There is no school Monday, February 16 for President's Day. View the district calendar to stay informed! - https://ow.ly/GCgk50YbW4Z

❤️💃 Heart Day Dance 💃❤️ 📅 February 12th 🎟 $4.00 per ticket ⏰ Pick-up time: 4:00 PM 📱 Purchase Tickets Here: https://gofan.co/event/5756669 🍿 Cash required for concession stand purchases We can’t wait to see our students enjoy this special event!

🖤💚❤️ A.R.E. Black History Month Spirit Days ❤️💚🖤
Join us all month long as we celebrate Black excellence, history, and culture!

📅 Feb 6:th Black Out – Wear all black
📅 Feb 13th: HBCU Pride – Rep your favorite HBCU
📅 Feb 20th: Known Figures – Dress as a prominent African American figure
📅 Feb 27th: African Kings & Queens – Rock your African attire

Let’s show our pride and celebrate together! ✨

📊 Mid-Year Stakeholder Meeting
Join us as we reflect on our progress, share key updates, and align on goals for the remainder of the year.
🗓 February 18, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM
📍 Room 137

Andrew A Robinson Elementary School families,

I am excited to help create a community of lifesavers and am asking you to join me. Sign up under our school today. Check this off your list today and receive a wristband just for joining the team.

This year, we have an important goal: 100% of our families learning the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR! It only takes a few minutes to learn, and it can make all the difference in an emergency.

· Sign up here or download the free “AHA Schools” app for iPhone or Android.

· Raise funds to help kids with special hearts.

· Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!



Sign up online to earn your KHC wristband!

Students who sign up and raise donations will be highlighted at the student award ceremony!



If 50% of our families sign up, our school will earn a $500 gift certificate for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health of our school community.



Let’s work together to create a community of lifesavers. Thank you for your support in helping us achieve this incredible goal!

📚🎡 It’s BOOK FAIR TIME!
Join us at Andrew Robinson Elementary for our annual Book Fair happening February 2nd–February 6th in the Media Center.
Discover your next great read and support our young readers!
💵💳📱 Cash, credit card, and eWallet accepted.

Black History Month- A.R.E. Scavenger Hunt Project
*Due Date - February 2, 2026*
*Extra Credit Project & $10 Golden Bucks*

Purpose/ Task:
In celebration of Black History Month, create an informative and eye-catching poster that will be displayed in the hallways and used as part of our school-wide Black History Month Scavenger Hunt.
Poster Guidelines:
1. Topic Selection (selected by Teacher):
o An influential African American historical figure
o A modern Black leader, artist, scientist, or athlete
2. Required Information on Poster:
o Title with the name of the person
o 3–5 informative facts/ contributions related to your person.
o One “Scavenger Hunt Fact”
 A specific detail students must find to answer a hunt question.
 Example: birth year, famous quote, achievement, or place of birth
o At least one picture or illustration
3. Scavenger Hunt Project Expectations:
o Facts should be brief and easy to read.
o Text must be large enough to read from a distance.
o Highlight or bold the Scavenger Hunt Fact
o Information must be accurate, respectful, and school-appropriate.
4. Design & Creativity:
o Use bold colors and neat lettering
o Organize information clearly
o Make your poster visually engaging for hallway viewers
5. Size & Identification:
o Use standard poster board
o Write your name and class on the back only
**Please see Ms. Sams for name selection.

Join us tonight for our VPK Meeting at 5:00pm!

🎓 Parents, it’s time to LEVEL UP! Join us January 24 at The Schultz Center for Parent Training Camp — a FREE event with sessions on curriculum, testing, mental health, technology, and more! 💙 Child care, meals, translation, transportation, AND a $100 family marketplace voucher included! 💻 Register now: https://ow.ly/Othr50XXpGE #TeamDuval #ParentTrainingCamp #LevelUp #ParentEngagement

“LET’S STAY ON THE BUS 2026”

Parents and Students,

As of Monday, January 12, 2026, Kindergarten thru 5th grade students may be eligible to participate in a program entitled, “Let’s Stay on the Bus 2026”. All students may participate in this program with an opportunity to attend the end of the year field trip to Sea World. Students will be able to attend if they meet the criteria listed below during the second semester:

 Have an average of A’s, B’s, and/or C’s in academic grades for 2nd – 5th grade students.
 Have an average of E’s, S+’s, and or S’s in academic grades for K – 1st grade students.
 Have an A or B in conduct for 2nd – 5th grade students.
 Have an E or S+ in conduct for K – 1st grade students.
 Wear school uniforms daily.


Students who have not complied with the Andrew Robinson Elementary Uniform Policy, and students who have five unexcused absences or tardies during the second semester will not be allowed to participate in this incentive program. Students who are absent with an unexcused absence during the administration of F.A.S.T. (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) Tests will not be allowed to attend as well. It is at the final discretion of the Andrew Robinson Elementary School Administration to determine if a student or parent chaperone will be allowed or not allowed to attend this incentive field trip or receive a refund.

Destination: Sea World
Departure: Friday, May 22, 2026 @ 6:00 a.m.
Return to School: Friday, May 22, 2026 @ 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $120.00 Students $120.00 Parents

The following payment schedule can be utilized, or the total amount may be paid at any time. The first payment of $41.75 for each student and $41.75 for each parent chaperone is due on or before Friday, February 13, 2026. The second payment of $41.75 for each student and $41.75 for each parent chaperone is due Friday, March 13, 2026. The final payment of $36.50 for each student, and $36.50 for each parent chaperone is due on or before Friday, April 10, 2026, NO EXCEPTIONS. Payments will only be accepted online through (DCPS School Cash Online) https://DCPS.schoolcashonline.com. Payment includes park admission, round trip motor coach travel, a lunch voucher, and snacks. There are limited seats available for this trip; your first payment guarantees you a seat. Once all seats are full, the trip is considered closed. Only five parent chaperones per class will be allowed to attend the trip.

Parents wanting to attend as chaperones must complete a Level II Background Screening application at the site listed below and receive clearance prior to the trip. Applications typically take between 3 – 4 weeks, please plan accordingly to give adequate time for your application to be processed. Level II Volunteers/Chaperones are volunteers who may be out of the direct view of staff or responsible for supervising students, such as chaperones. This screening process includes: A fingerprint-based background check, a review of felonies and other criminal offenses, and a national sexual offender registry check. There is a fee for the Level II screening, which is paid for by the volunteer. The fee is $74.50(subject to change.) Parents must receive clearance prior to the trip departure, or you will not be allowed to attend. Only Andrew Robinson Elementary School students will be allowed to attend this field trip.

Sea World is a cashless theme park. Purchases can only be made by credit/debit card. Parents if you have any questions or concerns, please contact Coach Thompkins at 630-6550 ext. 999989 or thompkinse@duvalschools.org.

DCPS Volunteer Website: https://www.duvalschools.org/o/humanresources/page/volunteer-hr
Refund Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2026, NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER THIS DATE!