At Ross Local Schools, our goal is simple: when families need information, we want them to get it straight from the source. That’s why we’ve adopted ParentSquare as our official communication tool for all enrolled families. While our website remains a valuable resource for the broader community—including prospective families and staff—ParentSquare is where day-to-day communication happens for those already part of the district. From classroom updates to school news and district-wide announcements, everything is now housed in one secure, easy-to-use platform.

One of the best features of ParentSquare is that you get to choose how and when you receive information. For example, as a parent myself, I’ve turned off text and email notifications and use the app’s “digest” setting to receive one summary notification each evening instead of messages throughout the day. It’s flexible, convenient, and puts the control in your hands. That said, in the event of an emergency or urgent situation, staff can override your preferences to ensure you're reached by text, email, and phone—as long as your ParentSquare account is registered.

This is also where in the case of your child being absent from school that you will Report an Absence. Note that the Report an Absence form is no longer on our website, it is only available under "Links" for each of our buildings on ParentSquare. Please ensure you're entering the student on the correct building's Report an Absence form.

This means that ParentSquare is absolutely essential for staying informed—especially when it comes to weather-related closures, emergency alerts, and other time-sensitive updates. We hope you find this tool to be a valuable part of your family’s experience with Ross Local School District, helping you stay connected and informed every step of the way. If you have any questions or run into issues, please don’t hesitate to contact your building’s front office. Your connection to Ross just got simpler—and stronger.