Ross Elementary Weekly Update
2.4.24
Message from the Principal
Dear Ross Families and Community,
We recently celebrated our 100th day of learning at school. Last week, we held our 3rd-grade music concert, which was a great success! We have also finalized the date for the Ross Carnival, which is set for Saturday, April 13th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Please keep an eye out for a sign-up sheet, as we'll need 50 volunteers to help with the various stations.
*Remember that we have a Math Family Engagement Night on Thursday, February 8th, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM in the Ross Gym.
Ross Proud,
Dr. Nicolas Gardner
Principal, Ross Elementary
Roadrunner Report
View the Roadrunner Report for the week of February 4 at https://youtu.be/ZTZO4Zy9PA8
Calendars
Ross Calendar
This week at Ross:
February 5 - 9, 2024: School Counselor Week
February 8, 2024: Family Engagement Night, 5:30 -7:00, Ross Gym
February 9, 2024: Late Start
Upcoming Dates:
February 12, 2024: Read-A-Thon Starts
February 14, 2024: Valentine's Day Parties, 2:45 PM
February 19 -22, 2024: Book Fair Week
February 20, 2024: Class Picture Day
February 20, 2024: 2nd Grade Music Program, 6:00 PM
February 21-22, 2024: Parent/Teacher Conferences
February 23, 2024: No School
February 27, 2024: Ross Fundraiser - Jason's Deli - Topeka, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
February 28, 2024: PTO Meeting, 4:30 -5:30 PM
Upcoming Dates:
Also, download the Google Calendar: Ross Family and Community Calendar.
You can view a digital version of the Annual Calendar here.
Ross February Calednar
Topeka Public School Calendar
January Students of the Month
Chiefs Spirit Week!
Black History Month
National School Counseling Week
Parent Teacher Conferences
Announcements
Math Family Night
Join us for Math Family Night on February 8th from 5:30 -7:00 PM
Jason's Deli: Save the date
Jason's Deli: Save the date! Jason's Deli is holding a fundraiser for Ross on Tuesday, February 27th. Ross Elementary will receive 25% of the profits when you say you are with our school at checkout. The 25% runs all day (10 am-8pm) and is for dine in, carryout, and curbside. We hope to see you there!
Volunteer at Ross
It is easy to become a volunteer in Topeka Public Schools. First, complete the online volunteer application, by clicking here. Once your application has been approved, you will be notified by the school when you can begin your volunteering in Topeka Public Schools.
Outdoor Recess- Wind Chill
We will go outside to recess as long as the wind chill temperature is 20 degrees or above. Please dress your child appropriately for those temperatures. If your child still needs to get a winter coat and you would like help getting one, please email Mr. Ray at eray@tps501.org.
Family Resources
Ross Food Bank
The Ross Food Bank is open. We have created a form if you need assistance or would like a staff to contact you.
Ross After School Program
Roadrunner Club
Questions, email Mrs. Doyle (adoyle@tps501org) or Ms. Hasan (shasan@tps501.org)
Call or text 785.289.5705 or 785.260.0484
"Here Comes the Bus" App Information
Here Comes the Bus ®
Now available to parents of (Topeka Public Schools) students
- View the real-time location of your child's bus
- Access the app from your smartphone, tablet or computer
- Receive push notifications or email alerts
- Send your child to the bus stop at just the right time, every time
How to get started:
1. Download the Here Comes the Bus app* or visit herecomesthebus.com
2. Sign Up by going to the Here Comes the Bus website. https://login.herecomesthebus.com/SignUpConfirm.aspx
3. Enter school code 29036 and click "Next" followed by "Confirm"
4. Complete the "User Profile" box
5. Under "My Students," click "Add." Enter your child's last name and student ID number
6. Once you confirm your information, you're ready to begin using Here Comes the Bus!
*Available at the App Store and Google Play
Here Comes the Bus® is a registered trademark of Synovia Solutions™ LLC
For more information please visit: https://www.topekapublicschools.net/Domain/444
Parents: You can find your student's ID numbers in your Parent Vue account under "student information" (where you registered)
TPS Weather Notifications
As the weather begins to cool, we want to remind families and staff of school closing notification procedures.
As we make decisions about closing school, a number of factors come into play, including the safety of travel but also the safety of students who will be home during the day.
Should school be canceled, we will:
- Send a text, email, and/or phone call via SchoolMessenger
- Update the district social media pages
- Update the district website
- Contact our local media partners
February Lunch Menu
Ross Elementary Signature Music School
Email: ngardner@tps501.org
Website: http://www.topekapublicschools.net/ross
Location: 1400 SE 34th Street, Topeka, KS, USA
Phone: 785-274-6280
Facebook: www.facebook.com/RossSignatureMusic