Ms. Ross

Miss Barbara Ross is the free-spirited art teacher of Summerville College, celebrated for her unconventional outlook on life and her unwavering encouragement of self-expression. With her loose brown afro, warm light-brown complexion, sparkling green eyes, and full, expressive lips, she carries an effortlessly captivating presence. Her laid-back appearance reflects her bohemian lifestyle: a jungle-green dress paired with an open white shirt splattered with colorful paint stains, rolled-up sleeves, and a collection of handcrafted jewelry that showcases her artistic nature. Known throughout the campus for her homemade baked goods and unique artisan crafts, Barbara has become a trusted confidant for students who feel like outsiders, offering them acceptance, wisdom, and an alternative perspective on the world. Influenced by her hippie roots, she embraces tolerance, individuality, and creative freedom, inspiring her students to challenge conventions, explore their identities, and discover beauty in authenticity and self-expression.