John W. Ross Elementary School (Washington, DC)

08/19/2021

Check out the DCPS Reopen Strong health and safety updates https://dcpsreopenstrong.com/sy21-22/ -safety-for-in-person-learning-updated-august-18

DC Public Schools will fully reopen with in-person learning for all students, every day in the fall for the 2021-2022 School Year! The first day of school for students is August 30 and enrollment is now open at enrolldcps.dc.gov. DCPS is committed to creating supportive learning environments where a...

08/15/2021

Great opportunity for parent education

Join Daniel G. Amen MD and Charles Fay, PhD to learn how to help your children easily transition from the unstructured days of summer to the demanding routine of school life!

08/11/2021

The Keegan Theatre is back with after school programming and "play days" when school is not in session. Check out their education page and welcome their new Manager of Education.

Registration link can be found on the education page: https://keegantheatre.com/prk/education.

Billie Krishawn
Pronouns: she/her/they
Manager of Education
THE KEEGAN THEATRE
[email protected]

The Keegan Theatre is an award-winning theater in the lively Dupont Circle neighborhood of Washington, DC, celebrating 25 years with the 2021-22 Season.

08/09/2021

Starting August 7 through the end of September, pop-up immunization and COVID-19 vaccine clinics will be open at a variety of DCPS buildings throughout the city. We are encouraging our families to utilize these school sites to make sure students have their required childhood immunizations up to date to attend school in person as well as provide an accessible way for students and adults to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Families can make appointments at vaccinate.dc.gov or by calling 1-855-363-0333 for required immunizations (COVID vaccines are walk-up).

07/30/2021

Registration for EDCJCC After School Programming for Ross students will open this Monday, August 2, at 10:00AM. You can use this link to register: https://dcjcc.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/camper/App.

The Edlavitch DCJCC embraces inclusion in all its programs and activities. We welcome and encourage the participation of all people, regardless of their background, sexual orientation, abilities, or religion, including interfaith couples and families.

06/01/2021

June 8th - After School - Make an Appointment.

It’s Picture Day! 📸

05/07/2021

Support Ross Elementary PTA at the 2021 Ross Silent Auction!

https://one.bidpal.net/ross/welcome

View and bid on dozens of fabulous items, gift certificates and experiences donated by local small businesses and individuals. All proceeds go to support Ross Elementary. We are specifically raising money this year for social emotional support for students, families and teachers in our school community as we all recover from the pandemic and year of distance learning.

Learn more about our fundraising needs and consider making a tax-deductible donation today. We are stronger together! Many thanks for supporting your local public school!

01/15/2021

District of Columbia Public Schools | 1200 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002 | (202) 442-5885 | dcps.dc.gov Notice of Non-Discrimination Esta carta está disponible en español a continuación. Dear DCPS Community, Thank you to those who joined our Community Town Hall on Wednesday, where we sha...

12/03/2020

December LSAT Meeting is tonight (Dec. 3) at 5:00pm

Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
+1 202-539-1291,,743388008 # United States, Washington DC
Phone Conference ID: 743 388 008 #

12/01/2020

Hi Ross Community - here’s a great seasonal fundraising opportunity for you to create special memories with loved ones!

http://rosselementary.org/family-gingerbread-workshop/

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12/01/2020

Hey Ross Community, don’t miss out on this delicious fundraising opportunity! We thank you!

http://rosselementary.org/6697-2/

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11/16/2020

Support Ross fundraising and buy delicious oranges from Florida Indian River Groves, by going through the link below. Please spread the word to your friends and family on Facebook, and send emails to co-workers! Thank you! https://www.floridaindianrivergroves.com/ecommerce/1022998

Help support our organization by participating in our annual fruit sale! We have partnered with Florida Indian River Groves to provide you with the freshest fruit available. Your fruit will be harvested the very same day it's shipped to us, ensuring that you receive fruit that is hours off of the tr...

11/16/2020

SAVE THE DATE—Shop for Ross at Child’s Play Toy Store: November 18 & 19
Start your holiday shopping early with two days of virtual shopping at locally-owned Child’s Play toy store to benefit Ross!
Starting midnight on November 18th through 11:59PM on November 19th access more than 6,000 toys, games, and books from the safety of your home.
Child’s Play will donate 10% of all sales from eligible items to Ross Elementary when you use the code ROSS. All orders will be fulfilled through curbside pickup, local delivery or nationwide shipping.
More details: http://rosselementary.org/pta-toy-sale/

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11/08/2020

Learn how to advocate for your child to receive accommodations for a physical or mental impairment with a 504 Plan.

11/05/2020

Thank you to our community members who participated in the school readiness walk-through today at Ross. Details from the event forthcoming in the Principal's Bulletin.

11/03/2020

"Any time we express ourselves, that's a form of patriotism," says writer and artist Mo Willems. He'll lead three drawing exercises, each accompanied by a National Symphony Orchestra musician.

11/02/2020

Due to the change in plans for the return to in-person learning, the Ross Community Meeting for Term 2 has been cancelled. Please join the Chancellor and Mayor on Wednesday, November 4 for a Town Hall.

Please join me on Wednesday at 5:00pm for a Community Telephone Townhall on the DCPS Reopening Plan.

11/02/2020

District of Columbia Public Schools | 1200 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002 | (202) 442-5885 | dcps.dc.gov Notice of Non-Discrimination Esta carta está disponible en español a continuación. Dear DCPS Community, DC Public Schools has a responsibility to provide every student with an equitabl...