Shape of the Week - Feb 9 - 13

ROSS ELEMENTARY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

Friday February 6th, 2026.

A Message from Your Principal, Mr. Frew

As the weather continues to change, we kindly remind families to ensure students come to school with extra pants and socks in their backpacks. Our playgrounds and play structures can become wet and muddy, and at Ross we go outside every recess, rain or shine! Being prepared helps students stay comfortable and ready to learn throughout the day.

We are also excited to share that the Winter Olympics have begun, and we will be watching a variety of events here at school. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to connect learning to real-world events, celebrate perseverance and teamwork, and experience the joy of international sport. We encourage all students to cheer proudly for Canada or for their home country as we celebrate athletes from around the world.

I would also like to extend a sincere thank you to the many parents, guardians, and grandparents who generously volunteer their time to support our school community. Whether you are joining us on a field trip (such as a visit to the aquarium), helping with classroom activities, or safely walking children to class in the morning, your presence truly makes a difference.

Your efforts do not go unnoticed. We see you, we appreciate you, and most importantly, your children thank you too.

What is happening next week?

Tuesday, February 10 – Bake Sale
All proceeds will support our Grade 5 end-of-year events. Thank you for your generosity and sweet support!

February 12 – Hot Lunch Day

February 13 – Professional Development Day
No school for students as staff participate in learning and collaboration

What is happening later?

February 16 – Family Day
No school for staff or students. Enjoy the day together!

 February 18 – Early Dismissal (12:30 pm)
Students will go home at 12:30 pm.

February 19 – Early Dismissal (12:30 pm)
Students will go home at 12:30 pm. Student Led Parent/Teacher Conferences.

For full details on all of our upcoming events, please visit our school announcements page: ross.abbyschools.ca/announcements

Reminders

Parking

If you are driving your child to school, please park on the street and walk to get your child. If you are dropping off using the bus lane, please be aware that the bus arrives 8:45am and you need to be quick about the kids getting out of the car. If you drop off in the lane closest to the road, please have them exit onto the grass and use the crosswalk to cross the street. Please do not park and leave your vehicle in the bus lane.

Absences

If your child is going to be absent please use the Safe Arrival which can be found on the Ross website - https://ross.abbyschools.ca/safe-arrival . If they are late, please come and check in at the office. If you are not going to be riding the bus, please also let us know that you are picking up your child. Our phone number is 604-856-6079.

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A message from the Ross PAC:

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