Betsy Ross Elementary School
A Word From Our Principal
Dear Roadrunner Families,
I am delighted to welcome you and your children to the 24-25 school year at Ross Elementary. My name is Deidra (Dede) Stewart and it is with great excitement and enthusiasm that I introduce myself as the new principal of our wonderful school.
As we begin, I want to assure you that my primary focus will be on providing a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for all our students. I firmly believe in the importance of fostering a strong partnership between home and school, and I am committed to working closely with each of you to ensure that every child has an amazing elementary school experience.
I come to Ross with 20 years of experience in AESD, having served in various roles such as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and most recently a vice principal. My experiences have shaped my educational philosophy, which is centered on the belief in the power of recognizing and nurturing each child’s unique strengths.
I am truly honored to serve as your principal and look forward to getting to know each of you. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions, concerns, or ideas you may have.
Let’s work together to make this the best year yet!
Dede Stewart
School Site Council Meetings
Dear Ross School Families,
Below you will find the schedule for upcoming Virtual School Site Council (SSC) meetings. The SSC/ELAC meeting agendas will be posted 72 hours before the meeting date. Meeting minutes will be posted after each meeting.
Notice of Public Hearing – SELPA
The Board President is requested to declare a public hearing for the purpose of review and adoption of the SELPA Annual Service Plan and Annual Budget Plan in accordance with Education Code §56205. These documents are a required component of the SELPA Local Plan, and will be submitted to the California Department of Education by June 30, 2025.
Copies of this plan are available for inspection at the Anaheim Elementary School District Office, Special Services Department.
After hearing comments from the public, the Board President will give notice that a vote on this item is scheduled for the June 18, 2025, Regular Board meeting.
Open Enrollment for 2025-2026 School Year
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year will begin on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at all school sites during Saturday School. Families can begin the enrollment process by clicking here: AESD Enrollment Website or stop by the school office where computers are available.
Prepare for enrollment for your preschool/TK/ or Kindergarten scholar by gathering the following documents:
- A certified copy of a birth certificate, a duly attested baptism certificate, or a passport
- Immunization Record
- Proof of address within the last 30 days as required on the Residence Verification form.
Please note: all students that turn 4 years old by September 1, 2025, may enroll for Transitional Kindergarten. All students that turn 5 years old by September 1, 2025, will be enrolled in Kindergarten. We look forward to assisting you with the enrollment of your child for the 2025-2026 school year!