École Ross Road Elementary
North Vancouver School District

Mission Statement

To foster an inclusive school community where everyone is valued and supported to realize their fullest potential as individuals and as a collective.

Vision for Learning

As a school community, we embrace the following principles and values:

  • Respectful Community: We encourage the qualities of compassion, collaboration, and engagement in a safe and caring environment where everyone belongs.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate and respect the unique identities of all members of the community, championing an environment of inclusion.
  • Social Emotional Learning (SEL): We learn self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, relationship skills and social awareness to nurture character and emotional wellbeing alongside academic growth.
  • Truth and Reconciliation: We acknowledge and honour the rich history, language, and culture of the Skwxwú7mesh and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations in whose territory Ross Road is situated. We include the local worldviews and perspectives to strengthen learning for all.
  • Creativity and Critical Thinking: We foster creativity, innovation, and critical thinking, empowering students to solve complex problems.
  • Environmental Stewardship: We actively promote and participate in conservation efforts and sustainable practices while acting in a responsible manner to protect the natural environment.
  • Lifelong Learning: We recognize that we are all learners, continuously growing through reflective practice to develop an understanding of ourselves, others, and the world.

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  • School re-opens
    06 Jan 2025
    All Day
    School re-opens
    Jan 06, 2025
    All Day
  • PAC Meeting
    08 Jan 2025
    7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
    PAC Meeting
    Jan 08, 2025
    07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
    zoom
  • School based pro-d (no school for students)
    24 Jan 2025
    All Day
    School based pro-d (no school for students)
    Jan 24, 2025
    All Day
  • PAC Meeting
    05 Feb 2025
    7:00 PM- 8:00 PM
    PAC Meeting
    Feb 05, 2025
    07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
    library
  • PAC movie night
    13 Feb 2025
    6:30 PM- 8:30 PM
    PAC movie night
    Feb 13, 2025
    06:30 PM - 08:30 PM
  • Winter solstice
    21 Dec 2024
    All Day
    Winter solstice
    Dec 21, 2024
    All Day
    District Calendar

    The winter solstice marks the start of the winter season. It has the shortest day and the longest night. Many countries and religions hold festivals and ceremonies marking the winter solstice, the day of the "sun’s rebirth." It is observed annually in December, and the date may change from year to year.

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  • Winter Break
    23 Dec 2024
    All Day
    Winter Break
    Dec 23, 2024 - Jan 03, 2025
    All Day
    District Calendar
  • Christmas Day (statutory holiday)
    25 Dec 2024
    All Day
    Christmas Day (statutory holiday)
    Dec 25, 2024
    All Day
    District Calendar

    Christmas is a religious holiday in the Christian faith that is observed annually on December 25. It is a statutory holiday in British Columbia.

    Resources:

  • Kwanzaa
    26 Dec 2024
    All Day
    Kwanzaa
    Dec 26, 2024 - Jan 01, 2025
    All Day
    District Calendar

    K​wanzaa is an African American cultural holiday that is celebrated around the world. During Kwanzaa, people come together to celebrate African family, culture and community.

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  • Boxing Day
    26 Dec 2024
    All Day
    Boxing Day
    Dec 26, 2024
    All Day
    District Calendar

    Often, Boxing Day is a time to spend with family and friends, particularly those you weren’t able to see on Christmas Day. However, the origins of Boxing Day are not universally agreed upon. Boxing Day is observed annually on December 26.

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Our Location

2875 Bushnell Place
North Vancouver BC  V7J 2Y9

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Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.


Phone 604.903.3750

Fax 604.903.3751

Student Absences Phone 604.903.3755
Available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week