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Ray-Pec is looking for a Director of Special Education, Middle School Principal, and Middle School Assistant Principal. Who do you know that would be a great fit?
Follow these links for information about the positions:
• Director of Special Education: https://www.applitrack.com/raypec/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=2932
• Middle School Principal: https://www.applitrack.com/raypec/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=2933
• Middle School Assistant Principal: https://www.applitrack.com/raypec/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=2934
Happy National Public Schools Week! 🏫🎉
This week we celebrate the incredible educators and students who make our public schools shine. ✨ Share your favorite school memories and spread the love for accessible education! #PublicSchoolsWeek #psw24
🎥 Staff Spotlight 🎥
In this episode of Staff Spotlight, Raymore-Peculiar School District Superintendent, Dr. Mike Slagle, chats with Tracy Elliott. Tracy is a special education teacher at Shull Early Learning Center.
raypec.org/page/staff-spotlight-2023-2024
Next week we will be celebrating Read Across America at Eagle Glen. We will be collecting items for Ray-Pec Panther Closet. Please bring in new socks, underwear, and/or full hygiene products.
Today is National School Resource Officer Day! We would like to take a moment and recognize all of our SRO's who help keep our students and community safe! 👮♀️👮♂️
Cass County Deputies: Cole Briscoe, Summer Jacobs, and Mary Wilson
Raymore PD: Stephanie Hornbeck
Peculiar PD: Ryan New
Congratulations to the finalists for Raymore-Peculiar 2024 Support Staff Employee of the Year!
Here are your finalists:
Renee Anthuis, Raymore Elementary
Matt Caston, Technology Department
Amy Harrell, High School
Amy Kaye, Stonegate Elementary
Amber Sutton, Stonegate Elementary
Melissa Tabor, Bridle Ridge Elementary
Natalie Thomas, South Middle School and Ninth Grade Center
Colleen Warchola, Timber Creek Elementary
Penny Wilson, Creekmoor Elementary
The finalists will be honored and the winner announced at a program and dessert reception scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, in the high school patio commons. There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP to Pam Steele at pam.steele@raypec.org.
Congratulations to the finalists for Ray-Pec 2024 Teacher of the Year!
Here are your finalists:
Jenni Beck, Raymore Elementary
Jenny Bowman, South Middle School
Monica Crabtree, Peculiar Elementary
Kevin Crean, High School
Rebecca Dobson, Raymore Elementary
Gina Garrison, Bridle Ridge Elementary
Peggy Miller, Timber Creek Elementary
Jennifer Ramirez, Ray-Pec Academy
Jennifer Talley, High School
Kelli Yahnig, Eagle Glen Elementary
The finalists will be honored and the winner announced at a program and dessert reception scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, in the high school patio commons. There is no charge to attend, but please RSVP to Pam Steele at pam.steele@raypec.org.
🎥 Staff Spotlight 🎥
In this episode of Staff Spotlight, Raymore-Peculiar School District Superintendent, Dr. Mike Slagle, chats with Stephanie Pugh. Stephanie is an art teacher at the Ninth Grade Center.
As we prepare to cheer for the Chiefs this weekend, we also are looking ahead to next week. As a reminder, schools are not in session on Monday, Feb. 12, for staff collaboration. If the Chiefs win on Sunday, Ray-Pec schools will not be in session on Wednesday, Feb. 14. After much discussion, it was decided that it would be difficult to maintain a normal school day due to the high number of families and staff planning to attend the Super Bowl Champion celebration activities.
Classes would be canceled. No virtual learning will occur. The Ray-Pec Administrative Services Center would be open. All school buildings would be closed. BOOST (Best Out Of School Time) would open at 8 a.m. for families who are already enrolled.
The make-up day for Feb. 14 would be on Tuesday, Feb. 20, which is currently on the calendar as a non-attendance day for students.
Should the Chiefs receive an unfavorable result, schools will be in session as usual on Wednesday, Feb. 14.
🏈🔴⚪️ Spirit Week Success at Eagle Glen! 🏈🔴⚪️
Hey Knights family! 🎉 What an AMAZING Spirit Week we've had, all in the name of our beloved Kansas City Chiefs! 🏈❤️ From "Mahomes Monday" to "Red Friday!" The energy, enthusiasm, and team spirit were off the charts, thanks to our fantastic students and dedicated staff for making is a memorable week! 🙌👏
Go Chiefs! 🏈🔴⚪️ #ChiefsKingdom #SchoolSpirit #RedFriday #TeamSpirit #KCChiefs
February is National CTE Month. What a perfect time to highlight the future CTE programs in the district. In 2024-25 we're excited to offer a Heating, Ventilation, and Cooling program! Just one more way Ray-Pec is a #DistrictOfChoice
https://youtu.be/Pm3d7wHVZFE
At the start of the week, our incredible 3rd-grade students had a special opportunity to dive into the world of everyday heroes and connect with a true local champion, Mrs. Jodie Huston, Executive Director of the Raymore-Peculiar School Foundation!
Mrs. Huston shared her inspiring journey and the vital role she plays in making a positive impact on our community through the Foundation's incredible programs. 🌟 One highlight was learning about the C.A.N. program (Caring About Nutrition), a heartwarming initiative that ensures our students have access to healthy and child-friendly food on weekends throughout the year. 🍎🎒
Our students were not only fascinated by Mrs. Huston's story but also moved by the importance of the C.A.N. program. 💖 They took her message to heart and, with the enthusiasm only 3rd-graders can muster, decided to take action!
In the true spirit of giving back, the kids organized a food drive to collect essentials for the C.A.N. program. 🥫🍽️ Their excitement is contagious, and we couldn't be prouder of their dedication to making a difference in the lives of their fellow students.
Mrs. Huston, thank you for not only being an everyday hero but for also inspiring the next generation to be heroes in their own right! 🙌 🌟👧👦 #EverydayHeroes #CommunityImpact #CANProgram #InspiringFutureLeaders #RayPecProud
Hey, Knights community! Last week our budding Kindergarten writers had the incredible honor of hosting a virtual visit from the talented author and beloved Ray-Pec alumni, Cheryl Klein.
Ms. Klein shared her journey from our very own halls to becoming a successful children's book author, and the kindergarten students were hanging on to every word! 🎤💖 She talked about the process of turning observations from the world around you into captivating stories in a book.
The highlight of the session was when Ms. Klien shared the fascinating stories behind some of her most famous books, like "Hamster Make Bad Roommates" and "Thunder Trucks." 🐹🌩️ The students were wide-eyed and filled with wonder as they learned about the creative process behind bringing these charming tales to life.
It's so fun to see our little ones inspired and encouraged to express themselves through words and imagination. Who knows, we might have future bestselling authors in our midst!
A huge thank you to Ms. Klein for taking the time to nurture the love of storytelling in our youngest learners. 📚✨ #FutureWriters #Inspiration #ChildrensBooks #RayPecAlumni #StorytellingMagic
Don't forget TOMORROW, Friday, February 9th is the last day 3rd graders are collecting food for the Ray-Pec CAN program.
February is Career and Technical Education Month! 👷
While we're celebrating our existing CTE programs, we're also excited about the future. In 2024-25 we're looking forward to adding HVAC and Heavy Equipment Operation programs to our ever-growing list of offerings in efforts to be a #DistrictOfChoice!
The Ray-Pec RUSH Show Choir & Band will present a preview show on Thurs., February 8th at 6 pm in the RPHS Academy Theatre. Come out and support your RPHS Show Choir as they present "Sweet Dreams", songs & choreography for their upcoming competitive season! The show is free for all attendees.
Today marks the beginning of National School Counselor Week! Sending a huge thank you to our counselors for their awesome guidance and making school a bit more fun! 🤩
Ray-Pec Connect is back with a new episode! 🎙️
In this episode Dr. Mike Slagle sits down with the Director of Elementary Education, Michelle Hofmann and Creekmoor Elementary Principal, Ashley Tegenkamp, to talk about the choices that are available for students at the elementary level and what their goals are for offerings in the future.
Listen now: raypec.org/page/ray-pec-connect-podcast
🎥 Staff Spotlight 🎥
In this episode of Staff Spotlight, Raymore-Peculiar School District Superintendent, Dr. Mike Slagle, chats with Helena Nunn. Helena is a 4th grade teacher at Stonegate Elementary.
https://youtu.be/MVPx7UMvL14
The Raymore-Peculiar High School Fine Arts Department is pleased to announce its production of the musical comedy Shrek the Musical. Performances of the show will be in the Ray-Pec High School Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1, Feb. 2, and Feb. 3; and at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 4.
To read more about this production, visit our website here: https://www.raypec.org/article/1427233
Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office line, 892-3999 extension 2400, or by utilizing the QR code below. Tickets are $7 for adults and $6 for students.
Here is the link to reserve tickets: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeBhpP50Kcayb.../viewform
