Ross Elementary

About

Ross Elementary is located at 2451 Ross Rd, Abbotsford, BC V4X 1J3. The school describes itself as a rural elementary school in scenic West Abbotsford with a strong focus on academics, fine arts, technology, student leadership, and athletics. Ross emphasizes partnering with parents and the surrounding community to help all students succeed.

At a Glance

School type: Public School (Abbotsford)

Education language: English

Religious affiliation: None / Secular

Grades: K-5

Phone: 604 856-6079

Email: kristen.vogel@abbyschools.ca

Principal: Kristen Vogel

Programs and Services

Athletics and extracurricular sports Student leadership Ross highlights leadership as a major focus, with opportunities such as office helpers, classroom monitors, assembly leaders, crossing guards, and teacher helpers. Technology Ross reports a focus on technology to support learning, including wireless access, classroom computer networking, a Computer on Wheels (laptops on a rolling cart), and classroom equipment such as wall-mounted TVs, document cameras, and projectors. Clubs Ross lists clubs including a Gymnastics Club (after school for Kindergarten to Grade 3 beginning in April) and a Hockey Club (daily at lunch for all grades).

• Volleyball
• Handball
• Track
• Soccer
• Basketball
• Cross-country

School Culture and Expectations

Ross emphasizes strong partnerships with parents and the surrounding community, and a schoolwide commitment to helping students achieve academic, athletic, and community success. The school also acknowledges that the Abbotsford School District is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Semá:th First Nation and Máthxwi First Nation, expressing respect for Indigenous Nations’ longstanding relationships to the land.

Transportation, Parking, and Getting Here

Families can apply/register for bussing using the school’s “Bussing Registration” link. At the district level, transportation is available for eligible students, and families are directed to contact school.bus@abbyschools.ca with questions. The district notes walk limits for fee-free eligibility (elementary: 3.2 km) and provides a school bus code of conduct, emphasizing that bus behaviour is expected to match classroom behaviour for safety.