Dear Ross Community,
I keep feeling cooler breezes and drier days, and I can feel fall weather in the distance. When did pumpkin spice become so controversial, that's all I want to know? Look, I'm as offended as the next guy about Halloween decorations for sale in July, but I just want to drink my PSL in early September at the first chill in the air. If anyone needs me, I'll be in my scarf at Three Fifty the second we go below 60 degrees. 🎃☕
Speaking of fall, we are still looking for that one Halloween-loving parent who wants to take the Spooktacular reins this year. Could it be you?! Read on for a few updates this week, a new save the date for the Garden Cleanup, and a couple fun events around town.
-Aimee
We are still in search of one parent to run the Spooktacular Halloween celebration at Ross on Oct. 31. This Spooktacular will be different from previous years because it will happen on Halloween, which means that we won't organize a specific trick-or-treating event for Ross students. Instead, we'll have a Halloween carnival at Ross and then students will go on their normal trick-or-treating routes. Interested? Email hollykilness@gmail.com and ptapresident@rosselementary.org.
We are still accepting school supply contributions at this link. During our school supply campaign, families who were able were asked to contribute $100/student to cover the cost of school supplies. You may contribute extra to cover those who weren't able to fully cover the contribution for their child.
Please join Ross families to clean up our school’s garden on Sunday, October 20 at 10:00am. We’ll be in the garden planting bulbs and other plants, repairing the bridge, and possibly participating in an art project to beautify the space. We’ll have coffee and donuts and be there until the work is done. Kids are welcome to join with their parents/caregivers. Questions? Contact Shilpi at shilpi.malinowski@gmail.com.
Cause Tuesday: Dacha Beer Garden in Shaw
Join The Story of Our Schools on Tuesday, October 1 at Dacha in Shaw for an extended Happy Hour! With a $20 donation, you’ll receive access to Dacha’s Happy Hour menu from 5:30 - 9:00 pm. Enjoy drinks, food, and the chance to win an exciting prize. Bring the whole family! Kids and dogs are welcome–no entry ticket required for kids under 15. More about the Story of Our Schools can be found at this link. Event details and tickets available here!
National Symphony Orchestra: Halloween Spooktacular
An annual tradition! The Concert Hall transforms into a ghostly sight when ghoulishly attired National Symphony Orchestra musicians, led by conductor Michelle Merrill, celebrate Halloween. Enjoy a concert filled with musical treats from fa-boo-lous new works to spooky old classics. Arrive early for trick-or-treating and a special Haunted Hall Musical PLAYspace. Children will have the opportunity to try out the instruments they’ll see played on the stage. Sunday, October 27, 4 pm, with a sensory-friendly performance at 2 pm. Get your tickets here.
About the Ross PTA
The mission of the Ross PTA is to support the education of all Ross students, to support Ross faculty and staff, to foster relationships among parents, staff and community members, and to assist faculty and staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment where all students, families and faculty can thrive and grow.
Email: PTApresident@rosselementary.org
Website: http://rosselementary.org/pta-board/
Location: 1730 R Street NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202.673.7200
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