๐ฃ Reminder! ๐ฃ
Classes will not be in session on Monday, 1/15/24, in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Tuesday, 1/16/24, to allow for staff collaboration.
With the snow thawing, here's a look at some of the events that you can take part in over the next few weeks!
Saturday, Jan. 13 - RP Select Day
Tuesday, Jan 16 - Girl Scout Princess Party
Saturday, Jan. 27 - Shrek Workshop Day
Saturday, Feb. 3 - Father-Daughter Dance
January and February - individual sessions of Mini Jammers Basketball Camp
To learn more about how to get involved in these events and future events, visit our website: raypec.org/page/in-the-community
We are sorry to share the news of a death in the Ray-Pec family. Longtime high school English teacher Ruth Bogart passed away on Jan. 10. Mrs. Bogart started teaching at Ray-Pec in 1980, and retired in 2005.
With the snow melting, here's a look at some of the events that you can take part in over the next few weeks!
Tuesday, Jan 16 - Girl Scout Princess Party
Saturday, Jan. 27 - Shrek Workshop Day
Saturday, Feb. 3 - Father-Daughter Dance
January and February - individual sessions of Mini Jammers Basketball Camp
To learn more about how to get involved in these events and future events, visit our website: raypec.org/page/in-the-community
โDue to heavy snowfall districtwide and road conditions in the rural areas of the district, there will be no school on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024.
๐ปThis will be a virtual instruction day, also known as an AMI Day. AMI stands for Alternative Methods of Instruction. Students will learn from home.
Despite efforts to get schools ready for tomorrow, winds and additional snowfall have combined to create drifts in areas previously cleared. Some rural roads have not yet been plowed. Our law enforcement and public works partners with other agencies have advised that there may be other areas of concern for drivers in the morning.
Superintendent Dr. Mike Slagle said that, โI understand that any time school is not in session as originally expected, it can cause disruptions for families. Please know that our team will always strive to make the safest, most prudent weather-related decisions, and also will take into account the ability for all parts of school operations to run smoothly. I appreciate your understanding while we deal with this difficult week of weather.โ
๐คผActivities๐โโ๏ธ
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.
๐ฆChild Care๐ง
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. Watch for additional communication from BOOST.
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Because students are learning at home, the school day will not be made up later in the year. The last day of school remains scheduled for May 23, 2024.
โ๏ธDue to inclement weather, there will be no school on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. 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.
๐Activities๐ญ
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.
๐งChild Care๐ฆ
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. Watch for additional communication from BOOST.
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Because students are learning at home, the school day will not be made up later in the year. The last day of school remains scheduled for May 23, 2024.
Check out the Mini Ray-Pec Prowlers Clinic info โคต๏ธโคต๏ธโคต๏ธ
Students enjoyed the Christmas festivities at Shull! Many classes had a visit from our own Superintendent Elf, Dr. Mike Slagle! We also have been enjoying the Polar Express story, check out this video of SLP Susanne Mahoney helping make the train experience complete. https://youtu.be/fQO1JfzvZZM
The Ray-Pec School District is seeking nominations for the 2024 Teacher of the Year and Support Staff Employee of the Year. The award finalists will be honored in the spring.
Anyone may nominate a teacher by submitting a letter of nomination by Jan. 19. A candidate must:
Be a full-time teacher, librarian, or counselor.
Be returning to teach in 2024-25 in the District.
Have completed 3 or more years teaching at Ray-Pec.
Be effective and innovative in the classroom.
For the Support Staff award, you may nominate a full-time or part-time employee who has worked at least one year for the District. The deadline is also Jan. 19.
Examples of eligible employees include: accompanist, accounts payable, BOOST before and after school care, buildings and grounds, child nutrition, crossing guards, finance employees, lunch monitors, media assistants, nurses, paraprofessionals, payroll, safety and security, secretaries, teacher aides, and technology employees.
Send nomination letters to: Teacher of the Year/Support Staff Employee of the Year, Administrative Services Center, P.O. Box 789, Peculiar, MO 64078, or via email to: michele.stidham@raypec.org or rp.update@raypec.org.
๐ฅ For the last Staff Spotlight of 2023, Dr. Slagle sits down with the dynamic duo of school secretaries at Raymore Elementary, Renee Anthuis and Karla Heinrich. Renee and Karla have worked together at Raymore Elementary for 11 years, where they've developed a special bond with each other and the students that have come through the school over the years.
https://youtu.be/yZAA0pbEFmU
Merry Christmas from Shull ELC!
Thank you Blayde for working hard to clean up in class yesterday! Ms. Angela awarded the Helpful and Kind Award to Blayde from Mrs. Lee's class. Blayde is a wonderful Shull student.
Brayden helped his classmate pick up toys. He is a Helpful and Kind Shull Student. Ms. Becky from Mrs. Moser's class celebrated Brayden's kindness. Thank you Brayden for making Shull an awesome school!
Special Olympics is dedicated to promoting social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences. Hear what our Special Olympians think about the program.
"Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt." -Special Olympics Athlete Oath
Mrs. Moner recognized Levi for being a Helpful and Kind Shull Student! Levi goes above and beyond to be helpful and kind to his classmates. Thank you Levi for making Shull a great school.
Thank you, Riann! Ms. Lisa recognized Riann from Ms. Passeau's class for helping her classmate when they had a big feeling today. Congratulations! We appreciate Helpful and Kind Shull students!
Ray-Pec Learning Lens is back with another episode! ๐ฅ
Market Value Assets give students a leg up as they take their next step in life after graduation. Ray-Pec offers a variety of opportunities for students to earn the MVA that best suits them. To learn more about Market Value Assets, visit our website here: raypec.org/page/real-world-learning
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.
https://youtu.be/UM0T4KFlBXY
Mrs. Boehmer recognized Karson for always being Helpful and Kind! Congratualtions Karson and thanks for making Shull a wonderful school!
Malesia is a Helpful and Kind student in Mrs. Moser's class. Ms. Becky awarded the Helpful and Kind Certificate for being helpful at breakfast, recess and in the classroom. Thank you Malesia for making Shull a great school!
The LEAD Center would like to invite the community, faculty, staff and students to their fall Student Showcase. The come and go event is Wednesday, December 6 from 4:30-6:30 at the LEAD Center. All students will be showcasing their experience.
