We had a fun week showing our Chiefs spirit. Today is Red Friday and the kids did not disappoint! Enjoy and GO CHIEFS!
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.
Something exciting happened yesterday - it was Touchdown Thursday! You won't believe what happened - we had some referees practicing their "T-O-U-C-H-D-O-W-N Kaanzzaa City" shout.
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
We had an awesome time hanging out with a bunch of cool cats named Travis and Taylor! And we've got some amazing pictures to share with you! Check them out and enjoy the memories with us!
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!
Today RE kicked off our KC Chiefs SB Theme Week with Mahomes Monday. We will post more pics as we receive them. Here are just a few. Tomorrow is Travis & Taylor Tuesday! We hope all of our kiddos join in the fun! Raymore-Peculiar School District
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! 🤩
Yay, we get to do this again! We are super excited to celebrate and show our support for the KC Chiefs with a fun-filled Super Bowl Theme Week! Check out the schedule for Feb 5-9. Let's enjoy this exciting week and have some fun together!
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
We want to acknowledge the Very Important People in the lives of our students so please mark your calendars for RE's V.I.P breakfast scheduled for Feb 14th. Your PTA will provide donuts, juice, and coffee between 7:30am - 8:10am in our gym.
🎥 Learning Lens 🎥
Artificial Intelligence is here. Karmin Ricker, Coordinator of Instructional Design and Technology, explains the District's approach to A.I. so far, and how she believes it will be utilized in classrooms in the next few years.
https://youtu.be/YWxv5NQtXsI
This series details some of the lesser known topics around the district and highlights some of the wonderful things that go on behind the scenes.
Congratulations to Helen Van Arkel on winning the Raymore-Peculiar School District Spelling Bee on Jan. 17. Twenty-seven spellers from the elementary and middle schools competed in the evening event at Eagle Glen Elementary School.
After 12 rounds of competition, Helen claimed the championship by spelling the word "attrition."
Ashleigh Parker was the runner-up. Both students are 8th graders at Ray-Pec East Middle School.
As the winner, Helen received a trophy and a Visa gift card from UMB. She also qualifies to represent the District in the Cass County Spelling Bee, scheduled for March 13. If Helen wins at the county level, she will be eligible to compete at the Scripps National Bee in Washington, D.C.
As runner-up, Ashleigh received a trophy and a Visa gift card from UMB. All other competitors received medallions in recognition of qualifying for the District bee.
To read more about this year's Spelling Bee, visit our website here: https://www.raypec.org/article/1423054
Attention Ray-Pec families: The National Weather Service has made us aware of the high potential for icy conditions in the morning. We will monitor conditions overnight and in the morning. If a schedule change is necessary for the day, we will communicate the information as early as possible.
Ray-Pec is again planning to participate in the Polar Plunge to raise money for Special Olympics! The event is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 27, at Longview Lake. ❄️
If anyone is interested in joining or donating the Surf's Up Panthers Plunge team, here is a link to instructions: support.somo.org/event/2024-kansas-city-polar-plunge/e521315
📢AMI Day📢
Due to the continued cold temperatures, and the forecast for extreme cold and wind chill, there will be no school Friday, Jan. 19.
This will be a virtual instruction day, also known as an AMI Day. AMI stands for Alternative Methods of Instruction. Students will learn from home.
This will be the District’s third AMI day during the 2023-2024 school year. Missouri law allows schools to use up to five AMI days during the year.
🏀Activities🤼♂️
All elementary school and middle school after-school activities and evening events will be canceled and/or rescheduled. Watch for separate notifications about high school events or activities. In some cases, those activities may continue as scheduled.
👦Child Care👧
BOOST (Best Out of School Time) is the program that provides before- and after-school care. BOOST will open at 8 a.m. to provide care to families who are already enrolled. BOOST will provide care at Raymore Elementary School only. The charge is $30 for the day. This is not included in the no-school-day sign-up or cost. Space is limited, due to the staffing ratio. Children are required to bring lunch on snow days, as the school cafeteria is not open.
Mark Your Calendars! Thursday, Jan 25th is Papa John's Night! See flyer for details
