Rossland Summit School

About

Rossland Summit School is located at Drawer 1269, Rossland, BC V0G 1Y0. The school describes itself as a globally connected learning community that engages with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals through curriculum and action. It emphasizes outdoor exploration and access to resources such as technology, a library, STEM, woodworking, theatre, cooking, and art, supported by welcoming staff and curious students.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Kootenay-Columbia)

Education language: Rossland Summit School offers Late French Immersion for Grades 6–9. The school also provides French immersion resources (“Immersion Francaise”), indicating a structured pathway for learning in French in addition to English programming.

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-9

Phone: 250 362-7388

Email: dderosa@sd20.bc.ca

Principal: David Derosa

Education Languages

Rossland Summit School offers Late French Immersion for Grades 6–9. The school also provides French immersion resources (“Immersion Francaise”), indicating a structured pathway for learning in French in addition to English programming.

Programs and Services

**Late French Immersion (Grades 6–9)** The school offers a Late French Immersion program for Grades 6–9, with an application form and supporting program documents available. **StrongStart (early learning)** Rossland StrongStart is a free, play-based child/caregiver program for families with children from birth to five. Activities include stories, music, and art, led by qualified early childhood educators; registration is required. **Student support / inclusive education** The school lists Student Support Teachers (SST) and inclusion support workers, along with child care worker/support roles, indicating staffing for learning and inclusion supports. **Library** The school has a library (Library page referenced on the site). **Meals program** A Meals Program is listed on the school website. **Athletics and extracurricular sports**

• Cross Country Running (West Kootenay School Circuit Gr. 6–9; K–7 District Cross-Country Meet)
• Mountain Bike Club (Grades 8–9)
• Soccer (Grades 8–9)
• Volleyball (Grades 6–9)
• Basketball (Grades 6–9)
• Golf (Grades 8–9)
• Swimming (Grades 8–9)
• Track and Field (Grades 6–9; Grades 4–7 compete in school and District meets)

School Culture and Expectations

The school highlights a “Global Community” focus, intentionally engaging students with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals through curriculum and action. It emphasizes outdoor exploration and learning, describing daily opportunities to safely explore nearby open spaces. The school also promotes broad learning experiences supported by resources such as technology, STEM, arts, theatre, cooking, and woodworking.

Enrollment

The school provides a page titled “New Student Registration & Bussing Information” for families looking to register and learn about transportation.