Raymore-Peculiar School District News
Nov. 11, 2022
In this issue:
  • Honoring veterans
  • Machining and electrical studies
  • Inclement weather
  • Calendar
Ray-Pec South Middle School's Wall of Honor recognizes veterans who work at the school or who are related to students or staff.
Ray-Pec schools honor veterans
A wide range of activities are taking place on Veterans Day, today, across the District to honor and appreciate those who serve today and those who did so in the past.

Students at all grade levels are learning about Veterans Day to remember the sacrifices, the service with honor, and the dedication of those who serve, as well as those who love and support them.

Here are some of the ways that Ray-Pec students and schools are recognizing Veterans Day:
  • Flag-raising ceremony at 6:30 a.m. at the high school.
  • Assemblies and musical performances at each elementary school and each middle school.
  • Breakfasts for veterans and special guests at Creekmoor Elementary, Peculiar Elementary, Timber Creek Elementary, East Middle School, South Middle School, and Ray-Pec High School.
  • Reception following the assembly at Bridle Ridge Elementary.
  • Lunch for family members at Success Academy.
  • Tribute videos at Shull Early Learning Center and most elementary schools.
  • Yard sign and flags at Shull Early Learning Center.
  • Kindergartners waving flags to greet guests at Bridle Ridge.
  • Artwork on the walls at multiple schools.
  • Lessons at many schools about American's White Table (also known as the Missing Man Table).
  • Presentation of carnations to veterans at some schools.

Thank you, veterans, for your service!
Courses offered in machining and electrical studies
Did you know that Ray-Pec High School students can learn computer integrated machining and manufacturing skills? Did you know that the high school also offers a two-year program in electrical studies?

Both of these programs are offered at the new LEAD Center in Raymore. LEAD stands for Learning, Experiences, And Discovery.

In the machining program, students earn dual credit through Metropolitan Community College. The courses prepare students for jobs in machining and manufacturing immediately after graduation or to pursue additional education toward an engineering degree.

In the Electrical Studies program, students receive hands-on training to install and maintain electrical systems in residential and commercial wiring, AC/DC circuits, low voltage wiring, estimating, and the National Electric Code.


Beginning with fall 2023, a new Carpentry program will be offered. For details on the programs offered at the LEAD Center, look at the website. Students can also visit with counselors at the high school as they prepare to select courses for next year.

(In addition to these programs, other career and technical training is available through the District's partnerships with Cass Career Center, Summit Technology Academy, and Southland CAPS.)
Information about inclement weather days
During the 2022-2023 school year, inclement weather days will result in a virtual instruction day.

This means that students will learn at home on that day, and the school day will not be made up later in the year. For students in the Virtual Instruction Program of Ray-Pec (VIPR), classes will continue as usual. Students who go to school in person will attend classes online or have learning activities pre-assigned so that learning can continue on inclement weather days.

The decision to implement a virtual instruction day will be made as early as possible - preferably the night before. Sometimes conditions change overnight. In the event of rapidly changing weather conditions, a weather announcement may be made on the day of the cancellation. In those instances, the District will try to send make the notification by 5:30 a.m.

For information about inclement weather day notifications and activities: Read more
Important calendar dates:
Please note these dates:
  • Nov. 23-25: No school, Fall Break.
  • Nov. 28: No school, staff planning and collaboration.
  • Dec. 22: Early dismissal.
  • Dec. 23-30: No school, Winter Break.

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