Ross Local School District 
School Closure FAQs 

Dear Ross Local School District Parents and Guardians:

On March 30, 2020, Governor Mike DeWine made an announcement ordering all of Ohio’s public, community, and private K-12 school buildings to be closed to students through Friday, May 1, 2020 due to the coronavirus health crisis. At this time school will resume on Monday, May 4, 2020.

We know the Governor’s order to close school for an additional month presents a challenge to our families. Our district is working diligently to partner with you in furthering your child’s education and well-being.

What does this mean for our students?

Although our school buildings are to remain closed, remote learning will continue through May 1, 2020. We will continue to adjust and administer our virtual learning plans and expectations, provide student services and resources to the best of our ability, and distribute free meals to our students.

The district will continue to provide students in need with two week’s (equal to ten school days) worth of meals through this extended closure (breakfast and lunch). This will occur April 7th and April 21st from 3pm-7pm at the Event Entrance to Ross High School. 

Questions?

We will be publishing and distributing an FAQ document tomorrow (March 31st) that will hopefully answer many of the questions you may have about how the next month will look for your student(s). Please check the website referenced below as well as Final Forms for this information. 

We are experiencing a health crisis that none of us has experienced in our lifetime. There will be bumps along the way, but your child’s teachers, counselors, building principals, and our support staff are here to work with our families to support you and your children.

Due to the large March demand, the RAMM pantry needs the following:

MOST CRITICAL NEEDS:
spaghetti sauce
chicken noodle soup
jelly
canned sliced carrots
canned mixed vegetables
breakfast cereal
toothpaste
beef stew
canned chicken
chili

OTHER ITEMS IN SHORT SUPPLY:
kidney beans
spinach
sweet potatoes
canned fruit
instant mashed potatoes
shampoo
baked beans

Items may be dropped off at the Venice Presbyterian Church Annex, 4238 Layhigh Rd (738-1317) 9:00AM to 1:00PM, Monday through Friday, or please contact Greg Young at 513-212-7950 to make drop off or delivery arrangements. Thank you!

Chromebook Troubleshooting Document

March 19, 2020

Parents and Ross Community,

Thank you for your support and patience as we maneuver through these unprecedented times. Ongoing changes to the Coronavirus situation require continual adjustments and modifications to district plans.

The CDC and White House has put in place guidelines that recommend no nonessential travel outside the home; additional guidance limits gatherings of ten or more people. As a result, Ross Local School District buildings and campuses have been closed.

Please click the link below to watch an important video about accessing distance learning materials in grades K-4.

Accessing Distance Learning for K-4 Grades March 18th - 27th

Dear Ross Families,

The Ross Local School District holds as a priority both our students’ physical well-being as well as their academic well-being.  In Governor DeWine’s decision to close Ohio’s school districts to protect public health, we will strive to ensure that students’ academic needs are met.

In order to support and sustain learning through this closure, all students will be provided with opportunities to engage with learning activities at home that review, extend, and reinforce content. 

Learning activities will begin on Wednesday, March 18th and continue through Friday, March 27th.  The third week of the current closure is spring break; no new learning will be posted during this week. If the closure continues beyond the current 3 week period, we will send out additional information regarding learning activities.

In kindergarten through 4th grade, lessons and activities will be posted on Elda’s or Morgan’s media webpage, which is accessed through the rossrams.com website. In 5th through 12th grades, lessons and activities will be available via Schoology. 

Governor DeWine has charged Ohio’s school districts to, “...do everything in our power to keep education going.” Ross Local Schools are committed to providing learning opportunities to our students.

If you have questions, please contact your child’s building administrator or Becky Tompkins, Director of Curriculum and Instruction.

Thank you,

Becky Tompkins

Ross Local School District
COVID-19 Update
March 12, 2020

Dear Parents and Guardians:

Together, we are facing an unprecedented health crisis in our community. In our response to COVID-19, we must depend on the knowledge of the Butler County Board of Health, Ohio Department of Health, and the Centers for Disease Control as well as our elected officials. On March 12, Governor Mike DeWine announced that the state is closing all K-12 schools at this time for a 3 week period starting Monday, March 16th. Per the governor's order the situation will be re-evaluated after 3 weeks to determine if it’s safe to go back. 

Calling all incoming 5th-8th graders and incoming 9th and 10th graders! 

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EdChoice Ohio Frequently Asked Questions

Ross Local School District Statement on Ed Choice Voucher Program