George Ross Elementary School

06/15/2026

The FREE Summer Wading Pools and Playgrounds in Lancaster city are open through July 31st (Closed Friday, June 19 and Friday, July 3)

Families can register here:
https://form.jotform.com/251764551978067

The Summer Playgrounds & Wading Pools program is a FREE, 8-week drop-in program for youth ages 6-13. Free lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. for all children 18 and under. Wading pools open at each site at 12 p.m. so kids can cool off from the summer heat.

Children ages 6-13 are welcome to use the wading pool. Children ages 5 & under must have a parent or guardian in the water with them. Children 3 & under must wear a little swimmers baby diaper. A Lancaster Rec supervisor visits each playground at least once each day.

The Summer Playgrounds & Wading Pools program keeps the following schedule:
11:30 a.m. – Playgrounds open and a free lunch is served to all children 18 and under
12 p.m. – Wading pools open
3-3:30 p.m. – Wading pools close for a break, snack is served to all children 18 and under
3:30-4:30 p.m – Wading pools are open

The Rec asks that caregivers register online children on your first visit to the Summer Playgrounds & Wading Pools program. Please be respectful of the playground leaders and follow the program rules. Smoking is not permitted at any of the playgrounds.

Registrations must be completed online using this link: https://form.jotform.com/251764551978067

For questions or assistance, please email [email protected] or visit the Lancaster Rec Center, Monday–Friday from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Looking for a Part-Time Summer Job? If you are age 16+, have fun being outdoors, and enjoy working with children…we are hiring Summer Playgrounds & Wading Pools staff. Visit the Rec’s Indeed page (linked below) for updated positions.

https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=Lancaster+recreation+Commission&l=Lancaster%2C+PA&from=searchOnHP&vjk=a8f5e7c88546c98b

Wading pools at the following sites are open:
Sixth Ward Park – Hamilton and East Ross Streets
Reservoir Park – East Orange and Reservoir Streets
Buchanan Park - Buchanan and Race Avenues

Wading pools at the following sites are not yet open. Check the Lancaster Rec’s website for updates (https://lancasterrec.org/pools-parks/wading-pools-and-playgrounds/)
Culliton Park – Farnum and Water Streets
King Elementary School – South Duke Street
Rodney Park – Third and Crystal Streets

06/11/2026

Ross Street United Methodist Church will have a food box giveaway on Saturday, June 13. Pickup begins at 10:30am and goes until the boxes are gone. The church is at 312 E. Ross Street. Please enter the church parking lot from Ross Street.

NO paperwork is needed. They expect more guests than usual and will limit the number of boxes per car, in order to help as many families as possible.

Ross Street UMC will also serve as a pick up site for Power Packs on Thursdays from 4-6:00 pm this Summer. The program is for families with school age children. This is a 9 week program. Sign up for the program is at this link:
https://app.pantrysoft.com/login/powerpacksproject
or call (717) 517-9220 for assistance with registration.

06/04/2026

05/27/2026

Congratulations to one of our Ross Rockets, we are so proud of you Leigha!

05/19/2026

🎉 FUNraising Night at Friendly's! 🍦

Mark your calendars because we're having a delicious time together! Our school is teaming up with Friendly's Restaurant for a special evening where 20% of net sales will support our organization. All you need to do is show the flyer that came home in your child's Thursday Folder when you order—that's it! 🎟️

📍 578 Centerville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17601
📅 May 19th, 5pm–8pm

Bring the whole family, enjoy some tasty treats, and know that your meal is making a real difference for our school. It's a win-win: great food and great giving! 🤝✨

You can print this flyer to take with you!

05/14/2026

Make sure you come out to see this wonderful show! We are proud of our Ross Rockets! 🚀 🌟 🥀

05/14/2026

“Tale as old as time, song as old as rhyme...” Ross Elementary School has transformed into an enchanted village as students took the stage for their production of Beauty & the Beast.

The production is filled with big musical numbers, handmade sets, colorful costumes, and plenty of moments that had the audience laughing and applauding throughout the night. But what makes the show memorable was seeing students fully commit to their roles and support each other every step of the way.

Thank you to our teachers, staff, families, and volunteers who supported the production from start to finish and gave the students a chance to be a part of something special.

Opportunities in the arts matter at the School District of Lancaster. This gave students a chance to try something new and finding their voice, while creating memories they’ll carry long after the curtain closes.

We’re incredibly proud of our Ross Rockets for all they accomplished with Beauty & the Beast! Happy Opening!

05/08/2026

We are so proud of our McCaskey Rising seniors! Congrats class of 2026!

05/07/2026

Ross Street UMC and LUMINA will be giving away FREE FOOD BOXES Saturday, May 9. They will begin at 10:30 am. 312 E. Ross Street, Lancaster PA. They ask individuals NOT COME before 10:15 am.

NO paperwork will be needed.