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 📖✨
The Ray-Pec Boys and Girls Track teams had an incredible weekend! The girls won the track meet and the boys took second. Both teams scored in almost every event.
Here are the event champions:
Sarai Clark, Amaya Hill, Moriah Tucker, and Kynah Simmons took 1st in the 4x100m relay and broke the meet record with a time of 48.73. The same girls also won and broke the 4x200m meet record with a time of 1:44.27.
Gabe Voelker won the 3200m run with a time of 9:19.94 and broke our school record along with the meet record. He also won and broke the meet and school records in the Steeplechase with a time of 6:10.12.
Noah Smith won the 300m hurdles with a time of 40.05.
Kynah Simmons won the 100m dash with a time of 12.10.
Sarai Clark won the Shot Put with a throw of 39ft 8in.
Boys 4x200m was won by Dale Clark, Caden Ballenger, Michael Bazar, and Noah Smith with a time of 1:31.08.
Ellie Barker won the Steeplechase with a time of 7:43.51.
Congratulations to our Philharmonic Orchestra on received a Silver Outstanding Rating at their first State Large Ensemble Contest! 🎺🎻🎷
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.
Here's a sneak peak at the Wax Museum at Bridle Ridge Elementary! 4th graders researched a famous American and spoke to their classmates about the impact they've made! 🥹
Congratulations to Ashton Jermain! 🏀
Ashton was named to the All-District team for District 6 as well as being selected by the Greater Kansas City Basketball Coaches Association as a player in the Missouri vs Kansas All-Star game.
This game will take place at St. Thomas Aquinas on April 12th. Coach Scott Jermain was also selected as a coach in the game.
🎉 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
Mason Dempsey, Javen Johnson, and Hunter Perkins were all selected to represent the state of Missouri in the BeYOUnion KS-MO All-Star game this summer (6/14) at Mill Valley HS! Congratulations! 🏈
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!
Girls' Soccer travels to Liberty High School tonight to take on the Blue Jays at 7:00 pm! Good luck ladies! ⚽️
🎥 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+.
The Board recognized the High School choir students who were selected for the All-State Choirs. Last fall, eight Ray-Pec singers were selected for the All-State Choir. This ties the school record for the number of students selected. Four additional singers were selected at All-State Honorable Mention.
The All-State Choir performed in January at the Missouri Choral Directors Association conference.
All-State Choir:
Soprano - Jillian Collom (2-year member)
Soprano, 2nd alternate - Reagan Sheedy
Tenor - Audrey Shepard
Tenor, 1st alternate - Landen Sugar
Bass - Devin Fisher
Bass - Landan Moots
Bass - Mason Rew
Bass, 2nd alternate - Cameron Slavin
All-State Honorable Mention:
Soprano - Serena Bursley
Soprano - Gracie Chambers
Alto - Elizabeth Burton
Alto - Annaliese Busse
From left to right: Serena Bursley, Annaliese Busse, Reagan Sheedy, Jillian Collom, Mason Rew, Audrey Shepard, Landen Sugar, Landan Moots, and Board Member Billy King.
The Board recognized Junior Isaiah Cox for being one of 16 students across the state selected to participate in the 2024 Missouri Music Educators Association All-State Collective. The goal of The Collective is to bring young musicians to work collaboratively to create new and original music. The group gathered during the MMEA conference in January and had a performance of original songs on January 24, during the MMEA conference. Isaiah is pictured with Board Member Billy King.
The School Board on March 21 recognized Ray-Pec High School Senior Gavin Birkett, who placed fifth at the 2024 state wrestling tournament for Class 4 in the 165-pound weight class. He also was a state qualifier in 2023. Gavin was one of the wrestling team captains this year. He was named by the Missouri Wrestling Association to its Academic All-State Team for carrying a Grade Point Average of 3.5 or greater and qualifying for the state tournament. At the time of the tournament, his GPA was 4.15. During this season, Gavin also celebrated his 100th career win. Gavin is pictured with Board Member Billy King.
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!
🎥 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.
Boys' Tennis plays host to Lee's Summit North this afternoon at 3:45 pm 🎾
Come out, show your support, and enjoy some beautiful spring weather ☀️🍃
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!
Ray-Pec was pleased to have a great showing of performances this last Saturday, March 16th at MSHSAA District Solo & Ensemble Festival. 22 students performed in 21 events.
Two students received an exemplary rating and qualified for state!
Orchestra Exemplary Ratings(State Qualifiers):
Violin & Cello Duet- Charlotte Fobes and Lillian Spruell
