Everyone was excited to experience the eclipse!
April is School Library Month and this week is National Library Week! 📚
Whether you're diving into a classic novel, researching a topic, or simply finding a quiet space to unwind, libraries offer something for everyone. Let's give a round of applause to librarians and library staff for their dedication in fostering a love for reading and learning. 👏 #NationalLibraryWeek #LoveLibraries #ReadMore 📖✨
Raymore-Peculiar High School announces its upcoming production of the classic American family drama "A Raisin in the Sun."
Performances of the show will be in the Ray-Pec East Middle School Flex Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11, and Friday, April 12; and at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 14.
Debuting on Broadway in 1959, Lorraine Hansbury’s "A Raisin in the Sun" introduces us to the Youngers, a hard-working family reeling from the recent loss of their father. However, dealing with grief and redefining familial roles are just some of the challenges they face. As they try to better the family's financial situation with the insurance payout from their father’s death, they must confront housing discrimination, racism, and questions of what it means to assimilate.
The cast includes Sav Jordan as Ruth Younger, Devantz Desravines as Travis Younger, Tre Hill as Walter Lee Younger, Amari Russell as Beneatha Younger, Kenyale Edwards as Lena Younger, Devin Fisher as Asagai, Tre Saunders as George Murchison, Alex Moore as Bobo, Noah Tuttle as Karl Lindner, and Lena Roy as Mrs. Johnson.
Working behind the scenes are Teacher Dane Schnake as the director, Teacher Adam Segura as Technical Director, and Patron Kay Connelly, Teacher Jayme Overstreet, Todd Schnake and Pam Schnake as production assistants. The assistant directors for "A Raisin in the Sun" are Aaryn McClenden, Avery Monnig, Amy Robinson and Katrina Tilawen. The scenic coordinator is Avery Monnig. The stage manager is Katrina Tilawen. The assistant stage manager is Ace Evans. The lighting designer is Emma Browning. The sound designer is Ellie McRill. The costume designer is Lily Seward. The props designer is Hailey Feagins. The house manager is Bella Gallagher and the box office manager is Addi Kesler.
Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office line, 892-3999 extension 2400. Tickets are $7 for adults and $6 for students.
Link to reserve tickets: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2yQmjVOgtznm9KoDxhoeKvmG_es1ZyeeRC-gZ31M-dK3FUg/viewform
The first edition of the RPHS PRISM Multi-Media Art and Literature Magazine has been printed. Thank you to five LEAD Center students that worked hard to bring the vision to life and put this 64 page, full-color magazine together - fully funded by sponsors! The PRISM is ready for purchase at the price of $5 each!
Art Teacher Amy Hellums has 250 copies of the magazine available for purchase.
If you'd like to purchase one in support of our RPHS artists and writers, send an email to amy.hellums@raypec.org. All proceeds from the magazines sold will go toward scholarships for a few 2024 seniors that have artwork/ literature published in the PRISM.
Your RE PTA is hosting a Paint to Donate fundraiser @ Fire Craft Pottery, on Saturday, April 13th from 10am-8pm. 15% of the proceeds will be donated to your RE PTA. See flyer for location address and ecard information. Thanks!
🎉 Today, we celebrate Paraprofessionals Appreciation Day! 🌟
Let's take a moment to honor the incredible dedication and hard work of our paraprofessionals. Your commitment to supporting students and educators does not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! 👏 #ParaprofessionalsAppreciationDay #ThankYouParas
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open!
If your child will be 5 years old by Aug. 1, 2024, see information about kindergarten registration and screening. As you register, you will select a time and date for an in-person screening appointment. Screening dates vary by school.
As we near the end of March, we're wrapping up our Board of Education celebration.
Last but not least, meet Board Member Bill Lowe.
He was appointed to the board in 2018 to fill a vacancy when Kim Bailey was selected to serve on the State Board of Education. He was then elected in April 2019 to his first term and re-elected in April 2022.
"I believe in the motto of service above self. The school board provides me the opportunity to serve the community of Raymore and Peculiar in an impactful way."
What is Bill's "why" for serving on the Board?
"It is my belief that when a school district provides avenues of success for each student, the community as a whole benefits. When families decide to move into communities, they often look to see what type of education the school district is providing. Our school district has always provided students with a high level of education and opportunities to learn those critical thinking skills necessary for future success. I wanted to ensure those standards continued as well as meet the needs of future industry opportunities. It is important to have leaders on the board that put the success of the district above self. There are times when decisions are made that not everyone is going to like. A leader still has to make those decisions in the context of what is best for the district as a whole."
Thank you, Bill, for your dedicated service to our District!
🎥 New Video! 🎥
https://youtu.be/5AwrbWEmsJM
This episode of Through the Eyes has us looking down the sights! Hear what our Trap Shooting team has to say about all of the benefits of their sport.
Our tutoring coordinator has spent the last month traveling across the district to visit approximately 80 tutors working with students of all ages! In addition to helping students across the district, the tutoring class also helps students accomplish the 50 tutoring hours required to earn A+.
If it's still March, we're still celebrating our Board of Education!
Meet Board Member Billy King.
He was first elected to the Board in April 2018 and is currently completing his second term. "I am a proud Ray-Pec graduate, and I want to make sure that the district is a safe environment for all students. Everyone in the district matters. We are all here to make sure the kids have the best learning experience possible."
Thank you, Billy King, for your dedicated service to our District!
Principal Miller's reading of "The Book with No Pictures" was a hit with the third graders.
🎥 Staff Spotlight 🎥
https://youtu.be/ziFG8zDFbQw
In this episode of Staff Spotlight, Raymore-Peculiar School District Superintendent, Dr. Mike Slagle, chats with David Perkins. David is the Lead Custodian at the LEAD Center.
We want to extend our congratulations and celebrate Raymore Elementary's Teacher of the Year [TOY] finalists, Jenni Beck, RE's school counselor, and Rebecca Dobson, RE's PE teacher, as well as our Support Staff of the Year [SSOY] finalist, Renee Anthuis, RE's financial secretary for 2023-24. They were recognized at this year's Raymore-Peculiar School District TOY/SSOY reception. Raymore Elementary expresses our congratulations to all finalists and nominees across the district.
Congratulations to all of our Teacher and Support Staff Employee of the Year nominees!
Our 2024 Teacher of the Year is Monica Crabtree, 5th grade teacher at Peculiar Elementary!
Our 2024 Support Staff Employee of the Year is Colleen Warchola, Kitchen Manager at Timber Creek Elementary!
Mark your calendars for PTA's Papa Johns fundraiser -- March 21st.
Up to 25% of your purchase price will be donated to your Raymore Elementary PTA. See flyer for promo code and further details. Share with your family and friends!
We are celebrating our School Board all month!
Meet Board Member Paul Coffman.
He was first elected to the Board in April 2017 and is currently serving his third term. He was attracted to Board service because he enjoys putting people in a position to succeed.
"Both of my parents were school teachers, and I saw everything they did to put students in a position to succeed. Serving on the Board is a way for me to help put teachers in a position to succeed.”
"My four children graduated from Ray-Pec and were blessed by the opportunities and encouragement they received at Ray-Pec. I don’t have children currently attending school, so I think I can look at the big picture to help provide opportunities for all students and their activities.”
Thank you, Paul Coffman, for your dedicated service to our District!
If you’ve driven past Peculiar Elementary School this week, you may have noticed excavation work under way at the corner of Third Street and South Street.
This corner of the school property is being developed as a pickleball court that will be available for use by students, staff, and patrons. The project is a partnership between the school district, the Peculiar Charitable Foundation, and the City of Peculiar.
The Ray-Pec School Board approved donating approximately 0.48 acre of land on the school’s site to the Peculiar Charitable Foundation. The foundation is paying to construct the courts.
The school and school district have the first right of usage for the courts, and signage posted at the courts will indicate when the court is available for public use. Parking for the pickleball court will be allowed on the 12 southern parking stalls, and signage will be posted at those stalls.
Registration for pre-kindergarten programs also begins today, Friday, March 15. Children who will be 4 years old before Aug. 1, 2024, and who reside in the Ray-Pec School District, may register for classes at Shull Early Learning Center.
For information, and to RSVP, go to the Shull website: raypec.org/o/selc/page/program-information
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year begins today, Friday, March 15.
If your child will be 5 years old by Aug. 1, 2024, see information about kindergarten registration and screening: raypec.org/page/kindergarten-registration
As you register, you will select a time and date for an in-person screening appointment. Screening dates vary by school.
