Research Ross Elementary School public Schools in York, Pennsylvania

“I am disappointed in the quality of my child's teachers this school year. With small classes, teaching could definitely be more student centered rather having 'workshops' for every subject where groups of students work cooperatively to come up with the correct answer. It seems one person does the work and the others copy. I have asked several of my child's classmates if the classroom teacher meets with the small groups and the answer has always been 'not really, she sometimes gives us the correct answers at the end'. I truly hope Ms. Alexander realizes this and hires quality staff passionate in teaching.”

“I met with Ms. Alexander right before school started to discuss a specific problem my child had been experiencing. She promised to take care of it and indeed she delivered her promise. We were a bit disappointd to lose Mr. Rogers as a classroom teacher but glad he is at least part of the Ross team. With more quality teachers like him, who not only know the subject but create and maintain a student-centered, nurturing environment. Ross will become the school of choice for the neighborhood parents and potentially one of the best DCPS can offer.”

“The school year has just begun, & already I feel the dismay of other concerned parents in the air. To start, we have lost a potentially good and caring principal, Ms. Sandra Gonzalez, we've lost a teacher's aide, and we've lost a lot of students parents due to the drastic changes, and the nasty politics that seem to lurk around the corner. Also, the atmosphere of joy and warmth and cohesive parental support, seem to have died down a bit. Perhaps its also due to the major changes. Needless to say, the new principal, Ms. Alexander needs a chance to respond and motivate the parents at Ross, to become the warm and familial environment that we have come to love. Best foot forward!”

“I wrote a review a couple of years back, and parents reading this site may be interested to know how my two boys' have fared at Ross. My now 2nd grader is singing songs in Spanish, writing book reports, and eating up his dedicated science/social studies. My older son, now 4th, also is bringing the Latin culture home daily, he is beyond ready for any middle school program private, bi-lingual, whatever --Ross has prepared him but without the stress and pressure I hear about outside of our 'bubble'...Under my 3rd Ross principal, I can honestly say we've tripled our resources --Dr. Ximena Hartsock & current principal Sandra Gonzalez have worked in concert to elevate Ross and soon the waitlist will be around the block --call and visit!”

“Ross is an excellent school. Ms. Durkin,is an remarkable teacher. She really cares about her students. The kids are very disciplined and well behaved. I have seen a tremendous change in my daughter's work habits since being in her class. Ross has started a Soccer Team for the 1st grade class and the kids love it. I would recommend Ross Elementary to everyone.”

“With a new principal in 2006, Dr Hartsock, parent participation has grown exponentially. Additionally, new programs, such as Filmore Arts, new PE teacher, improved facilities, and more active and supportive PTA has dramatically increased enrollment. New extended Aftercare program rapidly became an example to emulate within DCPS. Academics and curriculum are improving. Expectations of parents and teachers alike are high. Children are well behaved. School uniforms are required. Support from the community remains strong and vibrant. Demographics or neighborhood are changing-more in boundary parents are sending their kids to Ross. An up and coming school. Look and tour Ross before you consider a private school. Ross is a public school with private school qualities.”

“Ross Elementary School is absolutely outstanding. As mentioned in the other reviews the small close knit school has much support in the community (Carnegie, Starbucks, Safeway to name a few). Some of my co-workers participate in the Everybody Wins program, a great program with one on one reading assistance for the children. Ross is a great multi-cultural school for all. I currently have two children that attend the school. I would like to personally Thank you staff for all of your help.”

“My two boys attend Ross. It is academically challenging, my kindergartener, 5 since Dec reading easily and writing, knows his math and my 2nd grader reads at 4th grade level. The school is small, orderly, kids are on task and in uniform. Great new playing field and high tech safe playground, excellent music/arts program, very diverse. Principal Gloria Smith is excellent. This is an old fashioned school house in an historic neighborhood with much community support, such as the Carnegie Institution and the Wash. Post. Active and welcoming parents.”

“This is a hidden gem in the Dupont Circle area. I have two children that attend this school. It is a very diverse school and one of the best elementary schools in DC!”