Thank you!
Thank you to our amazing PTO for putting an amazing event together. It was a wonderful evening under the stars with friends and family. Thank you for building commUNITY with one another and thank you for all that you do for all of us at Ross.
**PTO Needs help with child care at Ross for our PTO meetings. CLICK HERE to help.
Important Dates
Nov. 1st: Intruder Drill
Nov. 5th: No School - Professional Development Day
Nov. 5th: Election Day
Nov. 8th: Veteran's Day Assembly at 9:30
Nov. 8th: Dental Van visits Ross
Nov. 11th: Food Drive Begins
Nov. 11th: Book Fair Begins (DATE CHANGE)
Nov. 12th: Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences (4:30p - 8:00p)
Nov. 13th: Early Release at 2pm
Nov. 14th: Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences (4:30p - 8:00p)
Nov. 19th: Fire Drill
Nov. 20th: PTO Meeting @ 6pm
Nov. 21st: 4th and 5th grade Strings Concert @ 6:30p
Parent/Teacher Conferences
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be here before you know it. Conferences will take place the week of Nov. 11th. We are using the platform PTCfast to schedule your conference. The reason being is that this will allow you to see the times available for the specific teachers that you select and are wanting to meet with. If a time that does not work for you, please ensure that you reach out to the classroom teacher and they will certainly work with you to find a time that works best for all. The LINK will go live on Monday at 10:00 am. To schedule a conference, please CLICK HERE. Remember... our goal is 100% participation. The class with the most parent participation will receive an additional 20 minute recess covered by the Principals. Finally, if you have any issues with PTCfast... please reach out to the classroom teacher.
Costumes
All students are welcome to wear costumes on Oct. 31st. Costumes are to be school-appropriate. Guidelines are as follows:
- No weapons
- No masks
- Nothing gory
If a costume becomes a distraction at school or not deemed school appropriate, school staff may ask students to go to the nurse to change back into their regular school clothing.
4th and 5th Grade Parents ONLY
Fall String Concert for 4th and 5th Grade String Students
What: Students who participate in the 4th and 5th grade string program will be performing music for friends and family to show off and celebrate our achievements so far in strings this year. Join us for some familiar tunes, funny songs, and holiday classics.
When: Thursday, November 21st, 2024.
- Arrive at 6:00pm for tuning and warm-up
- Performance starts at 6:30pm-7:30pm
Where: Ross Elementary School Gymnasium
Who: 4th and 5th grade students will perform, family and friends are welcome to attend
Wear: Performers should wear all black (top and bottom), something nice that makes them feel confident
Yummm: The Ross PTO will be selling treats after the performance. Visit their table after the concert to get a sweet treat for your musician. Cash is preferred but Venmo will be accepted.
Email adavis5@parkwayschools.net with any questions.
Dental Van Reminder
Dental van is coming to school! Register your child for a check up at the following link: https://www.dentalsafaricompany.com/patient-forms/
¡La ambulancia dental llega a la escuela! Inscriba a su hijo para un chequeo en el siguiente enlace: https://www.dentalsafaricompany.com/patient-forms/
Parkway Votes
Students will participate in the “Parkway Votes” mock election week of October 28 - November 1st. You received an email with more information from the district on Oct. 15.
Parkway Votes is an opportunity for students to learn about the democratic process, understand the importance of lifelong voting habits, and increase communication with their families about the value of civic engagement. Families are encouraged to talk with their children about their values around voting.
At our school, students will have the opportunity to practice voting.
Kindergarten - Grade 2: Which of these is your favorite national monument? Students will vote for the Statue of Liberty, Gateway Arch, Washington Monument, or the Grand Canyon.
Grade 3 - Grade 5 will vote for the President of the United States.
While we believe students should have the opportunity to vote, we respect that you may prefer for your child not to participate. If you do not want your child to participate, please complete this opt-out form by October 23.
Schoolwide election results will be made public in a summary format. School-specific results will only be shared within classrooms under teacher direction to ensure an educational focus. Individual votes will remain anonymous.
