Hello Raymore Elementary Families, While we have a traditional snow day today, take a few minutes to see what events are upcoming this week.
March 6th [THIS FRIDAY] - Family Night combined with our 5th Grade Science Museum - See Flyer
Scholastic Book Fair Schedule - You can purchase books online while at home - SEE FLYER for URL Info
March 10th - SCHOOL IS IN SESSION. This is a Make-Up Instructional Day for the 2/20/25 Traditional Snow Day.
March 13th - Gr2 Music Program [6:30p]
All RE Families with incoming Kindergarteners, Online Open Enrollment begins today for the 2025-26 school year. Visit Raypec.org/page/roundup for more information.
The New Date for Donuts w/Grownups will be April 4th. Mark your calendars.
Major Saver Update: IF school is in session tomorrow, Friday, February 21st, we will kick off our Major Saver collections. IF school is in session tomorrow, it would also be the first bonus day! For every card your student sells, they will receive a Fraiser Hard at Work keychain. Additionally, because of the recent snow days, students who sell at least 2 cards will also earn bonus stretchy noodles.
On Monday, students will have another opportunity to earn the bonus splat Axolotl ball by selling at least 3 new cards.
IF school is not in session tomorrow, we will notify you of the new timeline. Stay Tuned!
Exciting news for Raymore Elementary! 🎉 Bailey Finau has been named the new principal, effective July 2025! With a strong background in education, leadership, and a passion for fostering inclusive communities, Bailey is thrilled to join the Raymore family. 👏
Currently serving as an assistant principal in the Center School District, Bailey’s extensive experience includes roles in Raytown, where she taught, led summer school, and supported student growth. Her dedication to student success and collaborative leadership will continue to drive Raymore Elementary forward.
Bailey and her family—husband Alatini and children Isi (6) and Losa (3)—are excited about this new chapter! Let’s give her a warm welcome! 🏫✨
We will announce a new date soon!
Raymore Elementary's DONUTs w/GROWNUPs has been rescheduled to Friday, February 21st. Please pass the word!
We have a few upcoming events at Raymore Elementary for February we wanted to remind you about.:
Feb 13th: 5th Grade Science Museum [5:30p]
Feb 14th: PTA's Donuts w/Grownups [7:30a-8:10a in cafe]
Feb 13th thru 26th: RP District's Major Saver Fundraiser
Feb 14th: Friendship Card Exchange [We do ask that students bring one card for every
student in the class. Pls consult with your child's teacher for details and any
questions.]
See flyers for further details. Please feel free to share these with other RE families & friends!
Last Friday, our buddy classrooms came together to learn about balancing thoughts, using words of affirmation, and understanding the power of "yet." It's always nice for our older and younger students to connect!
Greetings Raymore Elementary Students and Parents! This is your reminder that Spring School Portraits will be taken on Tuesday, Feb 4th.
You should have received printed information about this, but if you didn’t, here is information about how to order pictures online. Online ordering closes when school starts on picture day!! ORDER TODAY!!!
Only students who pre-order will be photographed!! Visit our website www.pearcephoto.com
● Click on Order Pictures
● Click on School Pictures
● Click on your school district
● Click on “25 Spring” with your school’s name
● Enter your email address
● Click LOGIN
● Take a look at the menu of school portrait items available
● Click on what you want to order
● Scroll down and click “Add to cart”
● Follow the prompts to see additional items
● Click on “Go to Shopping Cart”
● Follow instructions to order and pay for your selections
(You will be asked for student information at checkout.)
Thank you!
Pearce Photo
Ray-Pec plans to have in-person school tomorrow.
We don’t usually send a message when schools are going to be OPEN, but after last week, it seems like a good idea! If there is a change to our plans for tomorrow, we will communicate by 5:30 a.m.
Please remember to use caution while driving, especially in the southern parts of the district; be patient about possible bus delays, and make sure that students dress warmly. Monday morning temperatures are predicted to be cold!
PTA Movie Night coming soon - Friday, Jan. 17th!
Raymore Elementary Parents/Guardians: Tomorrow, Thursday, Jan. 9th, is an AMI Day with Google Meets. Please check your email with more detailed information regarding schedules and meet information. If you need technical assistance, you can access help through the following Google Meet link.
Due to the severe winter weather conditions, there will be no school on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
This will be a traditional inclement weather day and no virtual learning classes will be held.
This is a significant storm that will take time to clear and make roadways and walkways passable. Our goal is to have students back in our buildings as soon as we can, but we realize that the timing and severity of this storm presents us with challenges. Our Ray-Pec building and grounds crews will continue to work with our cities’ and county public works departments and our bus transportation provider to bring us back to workable conditions as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
A decision as to how to make up today’s inclement weather day will be made later in the school year.
Activities
All elementary school, middle school, and high school after-school activities and evening events will be canceled and/or rescheduled.
Child Care
BOOST (Best Out of School Time) is the program that provides before- and after-school care. BOOST will be closed on Monday, Jan. 6.
More than 100 juniors and seniors from Ray-Pec High School serve as A+ tutors throughout our district. Here are pictures of some of them working with other students in our district! #Herewego
Our fourth graders showcased their art , music, and dancing talents during their winter program. It was another great performance!
We are having a blast here at RE with our December Theme Days! There are plenty more for the students and staff to join in together. Tomorrow is UGLY SWEATER DAY, so bring out those wild and wacky sweaters! And don’t forget, Friday is Candy Cane Lane – it’s time to dress up like a candy cane! Let’s celebrate the season in style!
Exciting news from Raymore Elementary! The amazing Frosty the Snowman, we mean, our fabulous Student Resource Officer Hornbeck, made a special visit this week! She joyfully read a delightful winter-themed book to every grade level, spreading holiday cheer and warming hearts all around!
This is a Reminder to RE Parents of our Student December Theme Days! Tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec 4th is Don’t SWEAT the Holidays… Wear Your Favorite [school-appropriate] regular or holiday sweats or workout clothing!
Today's Staff Spotlight focuses on Ashley Gatlin, one of Raymore Elementary School's first-grade teachers. In this candid conversation, Ashley shares her story about being a teacher in this district and her recent battle with cancer. At a time of year when we pause to reflect on the things we are thankful for, Ashley's story emphasizes not taking life for granted. 🖤🤍
https://youtu.be/vjUqXSF0qVE
