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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Would welcome any specifics for folks joining the school at K/1. I know the demographics bolster test scores but curious to learn what special sauce there is beyond just plugged-in families. (MS/HS not a consideration since we will be moving after 5th). [/quote]

I think the Ross special sauce relates to the ambitious principal, who has been there for maybe 15 years and turned the school into what it is now.

Some info:
https://thedcline.org/2019/10/17/ross-principal-credits-years-of-our-community-working-together-for-inclusion-as-one-of-dcs-five-national-blue-ribbon-schools/

The school also has an extra writing curriculum, so the kids learn how to write (persuasive essays, narratives) really properly. And I find it pretty low tech, compared to other DCPS schools.

The demographic influence may be because if you have a room full of kids with really involved parents, you can ask more of all the students.  [/quote]

Op here- this is very helpful. Thx for sharing!
I’m kind of puzzled about the lack of gym and cafeteria as mentioned by others below. Planning to call the school to learn more. I’m familiar with the outdoor facilities but didn’t realize how limited the building is. [/quote]

Yeah, it's tight! The good thing is that they go outside for PE whenever possible and the PE teacher is wonderful. And sometimes each lunch outside. And they use Stead for big school picnics etc. [/quote]

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