Ella Schnake is the national champion in Program Oral Interpretation! Ella performed "Debate Like a Girl" last week at the National Speech and Debate tournament in Dallas, Texas. Ella will be a senior this fall at Ray-Pec High School. Read on...

The Ray-Pec School Board is one of 33 in the state to receive the Missouri School Boards’ Association’s 2019 Governance Team Award. The award recognizes a commitment to professional development in areas including student achievement, law, and finance. Read on...

This is the 5th year that public school districts in Cass County have come together as "Cass County Kids First" to share concerns and endorse a list of legislative priorities. The group met with legislators on June 7 at the Archie School District. Read on...

Congratulations to the May Students of the Month at Ray-Pec East Middle School! Front row: 8th Grade. Middle row: 7th Grade. Top row: 6th Grade. Read on...

These 5th grade musicians at Peculiar Elementary led a "Kindness Kit" drive to benefit a local charity. Students collected travel-size hygiene products and assembled more than 60 kits that included soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, and other items. Read on...

Students in grades K-12, as well as those entering kindergarten in the fall, are invited to attend Summer School 2019, which begins June 5. The program will end on June 27 for grades K-8, and on June 28 for grades 9-12. Transportation will be provided. Read on...

Nearly 60 people gathered early on May 24, at Ray-Pec High School to complete “The Murph,” a workout done over Memorial Day Weekend to honor fallen military heroes. The workout is named after Navy Seal Lt. Michael Murphy, who was killed in action in 2005. Read on...

Ray-Pec students who attend Cass Career Center received numerous honors at the annual awards night ceremony on May 6. Ray-Pec High School Senior Katelynn Jungling, fire science, was a finalist for the All School Outstanding Graduate award. Read on...

Members of Ray-Pec South Middle Schools’ Vocal Jazz Ensembles "Syncopation" and "Southside Jazz" participated on April 23 in the Kansas City Jazz Summit. Southside Jazz, an all girls group, was honored as an outstanding jazz vocal group. Read on...

Thanks to the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club for the donation of $500 to the Ray-Pec Public School Foundation Caring About Nutrition program. Rotary Club President Kris Turnbow presented the check on May 29 to Foundation Executive Director Jodie Huston.

East Middle School presents the “Little Shop of Horrors!” Reserve tickets by calling the box office line at 892-3999, ext. 2400. Show times are at 7:30 pm Wednesday, May 28; and Thursday, May 29; in the high school theatre.

The School Board on May 23 recognized band students who received a gold medal at the State Music Contest! Read on...

8th grader Miles Sellami incorrectly spelled "vervain" on May 28 in Round 2 of the Scripps National Spelling Bee and does not advance in the competition. The East Middle School student is in Washington, D.C., for the national bee. Read on...

The School Board on May 23 honored Jodi Price, the Ray-Pec PTA Council Volunteer of the Year. She is pictured with School Board Member Aaron Howlett.

Congratulations to the RPHS Track and Field team for success at the Class 5 state track and field meet May 25. Pictured here is the Boys 4x400 relay team, which placed 6th in the state. From left: Jaren Jones, Brandon Rayos, Luke Grimm, and Hudson Bailey. Read on...

The School Board on May 23 recognized students from the RPHS Technology Student Association for success at the state competition. From left: Vincent Como, Harrison Jones, Matthew Thompson, Charlie Foulke, Cam Gillespie, and Board Member Aaron Howlett. Read on...

The School Board on May 23 recognized 4 Ray-Pec Special Olympics teams for success at the state basketball tournaments. They brought home 2 gold medals and 2 silver medals. The Unified Partner volunteers participate and compete with the athletes. Read on...

Congrats to the May Students of the Month at the high school! From left: Grant Hutchings and Alexandra Newton were honored by the Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club, and Jacob Lopez and Gracie Allan were recognized by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club.

Reminder: Ray-Pec schools are not in session and offices are closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Ray-Pec South Middle School recognized these Students of the Month for April! They were recognized for the character trait of forgiveness. Read on...

These students participated in a Signing Day ceremony on May 7 at Ray-Pec High School! From left: Chloe Alleman, Maddie Phillips, Maddie Johnson, Grace Crabtree, Katie Fields, Clint Herrick, Hayden Foster, Savannah Taylor, Avery Wallace, and Lia Knippa. Read on...

Choir students in Ray-Pec High School’s “Bella Armonia,” South Middle School’s 8th Grade Performing Choir “Cadenza,” and South Middle School’s 7th Grade Performing Choir “The Interludes” earned high scores at the Worlds of Fun Music Festival on April 13. Read on...

The Belton-Raymore Rotary Club honored Gracie Allan and Jacob Lopez as the May Students of the Month from Ray-Pec High School. The students and their parents were guests at the May 8 club luncheon. They are pictured with Club President Kris Turnbow.

The RPHS production of "The Robber Bridegroom" has been nominated for Blue Star awards in 10 categories, including Outstanding Overall Production. The cast will perform a song from the show at the Blue Star Awards Ceremony on May 23 at Starlight Theatre. Read on...

Sophomore Chase Martel is headed to the state golf tournament for the 2nd year! He placed 18th at the Sectional tournament to advance to state next week in Bolivar. He is pictured with Head Coach Paul Carvan, left, and Assistant Coach Wendell Pritchett. Read on...

The Ray-Pec Trap Shooting Team competed in the annual Paul Larsen Memorial State Trap Shooting Event on April 27 at Linn Creek, Mo. Nine Panthers posted scores of 85/100 or higher, led by Noah Elkhatib, 93; Hayden Rains, 91, and Tyler Fagan, 90. Read on...

The 2019 Ray-Pec High School yearbook, The Panther, has been inducted into the Walsworth Publishing National Gallery of Excellence. The 2018-19 yearbook has been led by Student Editors senior Sydney Bearden and junior Kenzie Jones. Read on...

Jodi Price is the 2019 Volunteer of the Year! The Ray-Pec Council of PTAs made the announcement during a reception on April 30 to honor 14 nominees for the award. Jodi is treasurer for both the Timber Creek Elementary School PTA and the PTA Council. Read on...

Congratulations to Ray-Pec High School All-District golfers Chase Martel (10) and Cole Stocking (11)! They are headed to sectionals next week. From left: Assistant Coach Wendell Pritchett, Chase, Cole, and Head Coach Paul Carvan.

Congratulations to Ray-Pec High School students for success at the State Music Contest on April 26 in Columbia! Read on...

The School Board on April 25 honored RPHS for winning the first-ever state Speech Sweepstakes Championship at the state tournament April 11-13 in Springfield. Ray-Pec also won 2nd place in the state for its Readers Theatre production of "Animal Farm." Read on...

The School Board on April 25 honored Audrey Huffman for placing 1st in Impromptu Speaking at the FBLA State Leadership Conference. She advances to the national conference June 29-July 2 in San Antonio. She is pictured with Board Member Billy King. Read on...

The School Board on April 25 recognized high school students who received All-State awards at the state journalism contest. From left: Byron King, Bela Torres, Jennifer Aguilar, Madeline Young, Kaylee Ohlson, Emma Snider, and Board Member Billy King. Read on...

The Board on April 25 recognized Maddie Welty for placing 4th in Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling at the Missouri DECA State Career Development Conference. She will compete at the International DECA competition, April 27-30 in Orlando, Fla. Read on...

The RPHS Special Olympics basketball teams continued their success at the state tournament, bringing home two gold medals and two silver medals! Coaches are Teachers Cara Hornbeck, Catie Howlett, and Emma Howlett, and Board Member Aaron Howlett. Read on...

Congratulations to the April Students of the Month at Ray-Pec East Middle School! Front row: 8th Graders. Middle row: 7th Graders. Top row: 6th Graders. Read on...

Here are the April Students of the Month at Ray-Pec High School. From left: Andrew Burdick and Kylee Kauffman were honored by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club, and Jacob Beauchamp and Jordan Wright were honored by the Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club.

Congratulations to RPHS on winning the District Championship in Speech and 2nd place in the overall speech sweepstakes at the Speech and Debate Show Me District tournament on April 15. These students qualified to compete at nationals in June in Dallas: Read on...

The Ray-Pec Theatre Department announces its joint High School/South Middle School productions of William Shakespeare’s comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream. RPSMS will present an abridged version on April 26-28. RPHS will present a full-length show May 2-5. Read on...

Matthew Thompson wins state championship in Video Game Design as Ray-Pec TSA Chapter qualifies 10 students for national competition. The Technology Student Association state conference was April 14-16 at Missouri Southern State University in Joplin. Read on...

The boys varsity tennis team won the Belton invitational tournament, and Senior Wes Horner won the championship in A-flight singles. The team defeated Belton, William Chrisman, Truman, Winnetonka, Harrisonville, Fort Osage, and Grandview in total points. Read on...

We have another state champion! Audrey Huffman received 1st place in Impromptu Speaking at the FBLA State Leadership Conference, April 14-16 in Springfield. Audrey qualified for the FBLA National Conference June 29-July 2 in San Antonio, Texas. Read on...

Coming soon! The School Board on March 25 approved bids to replace the turf playing surface and synthetic track at Panther Stadium and to partner with the Ray-Pec Booster Club for the replacement of the stadium scoreboard. Read on...

Congratulations to the South Middle School Students of the Month for March! They were recognized for demonstrating the character trait of Empathy. Read on...

The Ray-Pec Public School Foundation on April 9 awarded $7,750 to Ray-Pec school principals to use for STEAM programs or projects. The funds were raised during the Foundation’s annual Gala. A portion of the funds will be allotted to each school. Read on...

Tara Garcia, 4th grade teacher at Raymore Elementary, was surprised with recognition and gifts as part of a teacher recognition program by the Jason Langston Farmers Insurance Agency. She received $100 to purchase classroom supplies and a gift basket. Read on...

Director of Child Nutrition Sarah Chellberg met with some 4th graders at Creekmoor Elementary School as they tasted and provided feedback about several new food items that might be added to the offerings next school year in Ray-Pec cafeterias. Read on...

Aaron Howlett and Bill Lowe were sworn into office during a special School Board reorganization meeting on April 15. Board Secretary Pam Steele administered the oath of office after the Board certified the results of the April 2 election. Read on...

The recent Major Saver campaign raised $34,042 to benefit the Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation and participating schools! The Foundation received $17,073.75. The rest of the funds were presented to schools, based on the number of cards sold. Read on...

RPHS won the 1st-ever state Speech Sweepstakes Championship. In addition, RP students were state champions in two other events. Tevin Chavez and Alec Heriford won the state championship in Duet Acting. Ella Schnake is state champion in Storytelling. Read on...

Local control on issues such as school calendar and elections was the theme when representatives from public school districts in Cass County met with four state legislators to discuss issues being considered during the 2019 legislative session. Read on...

Congratulations to the March Students of the Month at Ray-Pec High School! From left:Joshua Thomas and Dianna McGinn were honored by the Ray-Pec Sunrise Optimist Club; and Tucker Woodson and Isabela Gardner were honored by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club.

Congratulations to 2019 Teacher of the Year Jennifer Vacca and Support Staff Employee of the Year Corrie Posey! Vacca is a special education teacher at Eagle Glen Elementary School. Posey is the cafeteria manager at Stonegate Elementary School. Read on...

The Ray-Pec High School Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Percussion Ensemble, and Wind Symphony all received Exemplary Ratings - the highest score possible - at the MSHSAA Large Ensemble Festival on April 5 at The Paseo Academy in Kansas City.

For the first time in Raymore-Peculiar High School history, five ensembles received Exemplary Ratings at the State Large Ensemble Contest. This included Concert Choir, The Black and Gold, Chamber Choir, Treble Choir and Bella Armonia. Read on...

Maddie Welty placed 4th in Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling at the DECA State Career Development Conference and qualifies for the International DECA competition in Orlando. She was one of 16 RPHS students who competed at the state conference. Read on...

Congratulations to Bill Lowe and Aaron Howlett, who were elected on Tuesday to 3-year terms on the Ray-Pec School Board! Unofficial election results show Lowe with 623 votes and Howlett with 567 votes. They will take the oath of office at 6 p.m. April 15. Read on...

YouMatterRayPec is continuing its Mental Wellness series with a conversation about how to talk to children about mental health and suicide. The session is 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 4, at Centerview, Raymore. The speaker is Dr. Erin Jewell Burks, DO. Read on...

Congratulations to members of the Ray-Pec forensics and debate team for their success at the district tournament over Spring Break! The top four places at the district tournament qualified to the state tournament next month. Read on for state qualifiers: Read on...

Ray-Pec High School journalism students brought home many awards from the state journalism contest on March 25. JDAY is sponsored by the Missouri Interscholastic Press Association on the campus of the University of Missouri, Columbia. Read on...

Congratulations to the March Students of the Month at East Middle School! They were recognized for the character trait of empathy. Front row, 8th grade. Middle row, 7th grade. Top row, 6th grade. Read on...

Wow! Fifty-eight Ray-Pec High School instrumental and vocal music students are headed to state following the Solo/Ensemble District Festival March 23 in Grain Valley. Read on...

Parents of children who will turn age 5 before Aug. 1, 2019, are invited to attend Kindergarten Roundup. Please attend one session (5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.) on Wednesday, March 27, at the school your child will attend for the 2019-2020 school year. Read on...

The Board on March 25 honored 8th grader Miles Sellami, the Cass County Spelling Bee champion. He will represent Ray-Pec and Cass County in May at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. Miles is pictured with School Board Member Bill Lowe. Read on...

The first grade students at Peculiar Elementary performed "Amazing Animals" on March 14 under the direction of Music Teacher Katie Schork. Students learned five songs about animals, including "We Love our Pets," "Redbird," and "Ladybug in my Soda." Read on...

Ray-Pec High School Concert Choir members had a local legend among them on Thursday, March 14, as three-time Grammy Award winner Charles Bruffy, director of the Kansas City Chorale, visited. The choir is preparing for the Festival of Gold in Nashville. Read on...

Parents of children who will be 4 years old before Aug. 1 are invited to attend Pre-Kindergarten registration and enrollment on Tuesday, April 3, at Shull Early Learning Center, 11706 E. 211th St. Parents may attend either the 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. session. Read on...

Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler visited Ray-Pec on March 15 to meet with Board members and District leaders. Hartzler was eager to hear about programs and successes in the District, and how schools are helping to prepare students for college and careers. Read on...

Happy Pi Day (March 14) from Joe O'Neal's 6th hr Calculus class at Ray-Pec High School!

He's headed to Washington, D.C.! RPEMS eighth grader and District spelling champion Miles Sellami won the Cass County Spelling Bee on March 13 to qualify for the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Five spellers participated in the county Spelling Bee. Read on...

Sophomore Spencer Barr was nominated by his teachers to attend the Sophomore Pilgrimage, which will take place on April 9. One sophomore from each high school in Missouri is selected to attend the annual event. Read on...

Congratulations to the Ray-Pec South Middle School Students of the Month for February! They were recognized for the character trait Honesty. Read on...

Walsworth yearbooks just released its new idea book, Possibilities, featuring The Panther yearbook as an outstanding source of inspiration for yearbook staffs around the country. The book features 248 elementary, middle and high school yearbook examples. Read on...

The launch of a new children's book this week has a special tie to the Ray-Pec School District. "Wings," a sweet rhyming story about a baby bird, is the debut picture book written by RPHS 1996 graduate Cheryl Klein. It is illustrated by Tomie dePaola. Read on...

The start date for Summer School 2019 has not yet been determined. Schedules and course offerings will be announced in the next few weeks. Summer School for students in grades K-8 will again feature 2-week units. The full summer school will be 4 weeks. Read on...

RPHS English Teacher Jennifer Gingrich spoke to the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club on March 6 about the Senior DRIVE Projects required of seniors enrolled in English IV. Community members are needed to serve as judges for the April 24 DRIVE Community Night. Additional Info...

The Belton-Raymore Rotary Club on March 6 honored Tayler Bates, center, and Skyler Roberson, right, as the February Students of the Month from Ray-Pec High School. They are pictured with Club President Kris Turnbow. Each month, the club honors 2 seniors. Read on...

RP Child Nutrition Director Sarah Chellberg attended the School Nutrition Association Legislative Action Conference Feb. 24-26 in Washington. Chellberg, who is president-elect of Missouri SNA, also attended the School Nutrition Industry Conference. Read on...

Congratulations to Jordan Jermain, left, and Kian Scroggins, center, for being named to the All-District basketball team. Matthew Harrison, right, made the Honorable Mention team. These 3 helped lead the Panthers to 2nd place in the District tournament.

The School Board was celebrated at its Feb. 28 meeting. Thanks to our Board members for their service! Front, from left: President Ruth Johnson, Ashley Jones, Susan Edmonsond, and Kim York. Back row: Vice President Paul Coffman, Bill Lowe, and Billy King. Read on...

The Board on Feb. 28 honored Ray-Pec High School Volleyball Coach Aubri (Renshaw) Janes for being selected as one of Thirty Under 30 High School Coaches by the American Volleyball Coaches Association. Aubri is pictured with Board Member Susan Edmonsond. Read on...

The School Board on Feb. 28 honored the Missouri Grand Champion Technical Challenge Team from Ray-Pec High School. Pictured, from left: Riley Linn, Becca Bessette, Zach Scott, Devyn Phillips, Nick Hime, and Board Member Susan Edmonsond. Read on...

The School Board on Feb. 28 honored All-State wrestlers Clint Herrick, left, and Kanen Huff. They are pictured with Board Member Susan Edmonsond. Clint placed 3rd in the 182-lb weight class & Kanen placed 4th in the 138-lb weight class at state. Read on...

RPHS Speech and Debate students placed 2nd in the overall sweepstakes from among 44 schools at the Neosho Varsity Tournament. Tevin Chavez and Alec Heriford placed first in Duo Interpretatiom and Ella Schnake was 1st in Program Oral Interpretation. Read on...

Senior Gracie Allan has been accepted to Missouri Southern State University’s “Yours to Lose” Accelerated Medical Program, which allows her to earn her bachelor’s degree in 3 years and be automatically accepted into Kansas City University Medical School. Read on...

Thirty-five students from South Middle School competed on Feb. 14 in the school’s annual Lifetime Sports archery tournament. Finishing in third place was Hayden Kurtz, second place was Peyton Claus, and the tournament champion was Holden Kephart. Read on...

Physical Night at Ray-Pec High School was a huge success, with more than 300 student-athletes receiving an exam. The physical meets the requirement for activities this spring and next school year. The event was made possible by help from many volunteers! Read on...

Congratulations to 15 Panthers for qualifying for the State DECA Conference set for March 24-26 in Kansas City. They qualified based on results from the District 3 Conference. Students competed in marketing, management, and entrepreneurship events. Read on...

Sign up now for the 11th annual Lucky 13.1 half-marathon and 5K. Start time is at 9 a.m. Saturday, March 16, at RPHS Panther Stadium. Registration is $25 for the 5K or $48 for the half marathon. Prices go up after March 1. Additional Info...

Here are the February Students of the Month at RPHS! From left: Cameron Gillespie and Makenzie Stucker are honored by the Ray-Pec Sunrise Optimist Club, and Skyler Roberson and Tayler Bates are being recognized by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club.

The 2019 Major Saver discount card campaign continues through March 4. Elementary and middle school students are selling $15 cards with 21 special offers. Last year, students helped the Foundation and the participating schools raise more than $29,000. Read on...

Congratulations to the February Students of the Month at Ray-Pec East Middle School! Front row: 8th Graders. Middle row: 7th Graders. Top row: 6th Graders. Read on...

Bridle Ridge Elementary School students meet on cross-grade level Mustang Teams to learn important skills such as Positive Intent and Assertiveness. These students are helping each other learn to be empathetic towards others! Read on...

In January, Raymore Elementarystudents attended a school-wide assembly focused on “Positive Intent – The Power of Love” with a message to choose to see the best in others. The emphasis was on cooperation, problem-solving, showing compassion and kindness. Read on...

Congratulations to Clint Herrick, who placed 3rd in the state for the 182-lb weight class!

Congratulations to Kanen Huff, who finished the wrestling season by placing 4th in the state for the 138-lb class.

The Raymore-Peculiar School District announces the finalists for 2019 Teacher of the Year: Samantha Allen, Jenni Beck, Andrea Calkins, Kristan Gutierrez, Jeff Moore, Sophia Newmaster, Lynn Noirfalise, Tammy Novak, Laura Streeby, and Jennifer Vacca. Read on...

Congrats to the 2019 Support Staff Employee of the Year finalists: Elizabeth Breier, Peggy Brotherton-Ford, Deanna Brucker, Karla Heinrich, Christine Huggins, Karen Moore, Corrie Posey, and Glenda Whitaker. They will be honored at an April 10 banquet. Read on...

The RPHS girls swim team competed in two relays and three individual events at the state tournament! The girls did not qualify for the finals. The team included: Kayla Cea, Hillary Elrod, Deana Eshleman, Avery Perry, Sydney Sampson, and Hannah York. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School announces performances of the comedy, "See How They Run." Shows are scheduled in the RPHS Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14-16, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17. To reserve tickets, call 892-3999, ext. 2400. $5 for students and $7 for adults. Read on...

Congratulations to these Ray-Pec FBLA members and teams placing in the top five in their events at the District Leadership Competition on Feb. 5 at the University of Central Missouri. State qualifiers will compete April 14-16 in Springfield. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School forensics and debate students placed second in the individual events sweepstakes and third in the overall sweepstakes at the Greater KC Suburban Conference Tournament Gold Division on Feb 8-9. Read on for individual results. Read on...

RPHS won the district championship and qualified 9 individual boys to state following the Class 4, District 3, wrestling tournament on Feb. 8-9! Last week, two Ray-Pec girls advanced to state. The state wrestling tournament is Feb. 14-16 at Mizzou Arena. Read on...

A week-long food drive benefits the Caring About Nutrition (CAN) program. Bring donations to any elementary or middle school or the Raymore Chamber of Commerce. The event will end with a food drive on Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Raymore Price Chopper. Read on...

The 100th day of school was Monday, Feb. 4, in the Raymore-Peculiar School District. Creekmoor Elementary School kindergarten teachers dressed as 100-year-old teachers to celebrate the day.

The Foundation Prize Patrol traveled the District on Jan. 31 to present more than $13,000 in grant awards. Members of the Ray-Pec Public School Foundation Board visited every school, surprising teachers and students during the semi-annual "prize patrol.” Read on...

The RPHS cheerleaders attended a national competition for the first time in school history. After placing 1st at regionals and 2nd at state, the squad placed 13th at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) High School Nationals Jan. 26-27 in Dallas. Read on...

Congrats to the Ray-Pec High School Prowlers dance team! At the Dance Team Union Nationals Feb. 1-3 in Orlando, Fla., the Prowlers advanced to finals with all three routines they performed. The team finished 4th in mix, 5th in pom, and 12th in jazz. Read on...

When Ray-Pec Foundation Board members arrived at Eagle Glen Elementary School on Jan. 31 to award classroom grants, they were able to see second graders using Lego WeDo sets that were purchased from a grant last year. Read on...

Ray-Pec has achieved a 98.7 percent score on its Annual Performance Report from the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. The report includes student achievement data, graduation rates, attendance rates, and other indicators. Read on...

RPHS forensics and debate students placed third in the Varsity Sweepstakes at the Staley High School Varsity Tournament on Feb 1 and 2. Tevin Chavez and Alec Heriford placed first in Duo Interpretation. Tevin also placed first in Dramatic Interpretation. Read on...

Sophomores Shelby Patterson and Tatum Westendorf qualified for the girls wrestling state tournament after District competition Feb. 1-2. It’s not just a first for Ray-Pec – this is the 1st year for MSHSAA to have a separate wrestling division for girls. Read on...

Two Ray-Pec South Middle School band students participated in the UMKC Midwest Honor Band Jan. 18-20. Ashton Montigny (left) and Derek Nissen (right) were selected from a group of 8th graders nominated by their director. Read on...

Congratulations to the January Students of the Month at Ray-Pec East Middle School! Front row: 8th Grade. Middle row: 7th Grade. Top row: 6th Grade. Read on for student names. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School will present the musical "Songs for a New World" at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31, Feb. 1, and Feb. 2; and at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 3 in the Ray-Pec East Middle School Flex Theatre. Tickets may be reserved now by calling 892-3999 ext. 2400. Read on...

Five singers from Ray-Pec High School participated in the 2018-19 Missouri All-State Choir on Jan. 26. Singers were selected in October for the honor. Ray-Pec broke a school record by earning 5 of 16 possible spots from the West Central District. Read on...

Two RPHS students performed with the All-State Band on Jan. 26. Tammy Yang, second from left, was 1st chair percussion. Sage Buckley, second from right, was 5th chair clarinet. They are pictured with Band Teachers Travis Houston and John Wilson. Read on...

RPHS placed 5th out of 50 schools in the Combined Novice and Varsity Sweepstakes Jan. 18-19 at the Liberty North Varsity and Liberty HS Novice Tournaments. At the varsity tournament, Brenden Lucas and Jaden Lanza placed first in Champ Policy Debate. Read on...

RPHS forensics and debate students placed 2nd in the individual event sweepstakes and 2nd in overall sweepstakes at the Platte County Invitational Tournament Jan. 25-26. Ray-Pec placed 1st in Dramatic Interp., Prose Interp., Storytelling, and Duo Interp. Read on...

The School Board on Jan. 24 honored RPHS Senior Janae Thurston for being named to the All-State Volleyball team. JShe has committed to play volleyball next year for the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She is pictured with Board Member Ashley Jones.

The School Board on Jan. 24 honored Miles Sellami, the District Spelling Bee Champion. Miles, an 8th grader at Ray-Pec East Middle School, will represent Ray-Pec on March 13 at the Cass County Spelling Bee. He is pictured with Board Member Ashley Jones.

Congratulations to the January Students of the Month at RPHS! From left: Derek Beauchamp and Miranda Dick were honored by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club; and Brandon Rayos and Magdalyn Carlson were recognized by the Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club.

Congratulations to Ray-Pec East Middle School 8th grader Miles Sellami, winner of the District Spelling Bee. After nine rounds, Miles won the Bee by correctly spelling the word TRAWL. Creekmoor Elementary School 4th grader Sonam Jathaul was the runner up. Read on...

Ray-Pec’s Tech Challenge team earned the title of Grand Champion at the Missouri State Thespian Festival! RPHS theatre students had a great time at the festival Jan. 10-12 in Kansas City with more than 1,900 students from across Missouri in attendance. Read on...

The Board of the Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation received a donation of $750 on Jan. 17 from the Community Bank of Raymore. Read on...

The Peculiar Elementary "Patricks" are cheering for the Chiefs! The school changed its mascot name on the bulletin board from "Patriots" to "Patricks" as the area anticipates the Jan. 20 football game between the KC Chiefs and New England Patriots.

Raymore Elementary received a donation of sports equipment from Scheels! The donation was made possible by the Diesel family. P.E. Teacher Rebecca Dobson plans to start a program to let students borrow items to practice skills at home. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School Senior Katelynn Jungling, (far right in photo), who studies fire science at Cass Career Center, was one of several CCC students who addressed the Harrisonville Board of Education on Jan. 15 about the value of career education.

RPHS Seniors Jada Yancey and Kayla Hughes are hosting a Self Defense Class from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Ray-Pec High School. They have organized the event as part of the requirements to earn the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Read on...

We are seeking nominations for the 2019 Teacher of the Year and Support Staff Employee of the Year. Anyone may nominate a teacher or support staff employee by submitting a nomination letter by Feb. 1. A banquet on April 10 will honor the award finalists. Read on...

Under a new partnership with Compass Health Network, two licensed therapists will provide therapy services at school to Medicaid-eligible students who qualify. Expanding mental health supports for students is part of the District's Strategic Plan. Read on...

These 9 students were selected to perform with the 2019 American Choral Directors Association National Honor Choirs: Katie Barber, Bailey Roe, Destinee Shaffer, LaNyah Taylor, Chloe Coons, Taylor Gardner, Kylie Hansen, Meghan Larsen, and Samuel Reicher. Read on...

The School Board on Dec. 20 recognized the girls Cross Country Team for placing third in the state as a team, and also recognized four runners for earning All-State honors for performances at the Class 4 state meet on Nov. 3 in Jefferson City. Read on...

The Board on Dec. 20 recognized students selected for the All-State Band. From left to right: Tammy Yang, 1st chair, percussion; Sage Buckley, 5th chair, clarinet; Lilah Manning, 20th chair, flute, Honorable Mention Band; and Board Member Susan Edmonsond. Read on...

The School Board on Dec. 20 recognized students selected for the All-State Choir. From left to right: Becca Bessette, Soprano; Chloe Coons, Soprano Alternate; Tayler Bates, Soprano Alternate; Gabby Sharp, Tenor; and Board Member Susan Edmonsond. Read on...

The School Board on Dec. 20 recognized two students who were selected by the Missouri Football Coaches Association to the Class 6 All-State Second Team. From left to right: Senior Chase Hutchison, Board Member Paul Coffman, and Junior Luke Grimm. Read on...

The School Board on Dec. 20 took a big step to increase online course offerings for Ray-Pec High School students. The Board approved a memorandum of understanding to provide online courses through Launch, an online academy with more than 100 classes. Read on...

The School Board on Dec. 20 thanked Victor Carr for his volunteer photography. He is pictured with Board Member Susan Edmonsond. Thanks for sharing your time and talent taking photos of Ray-Pec activities and for generously sharing the photos. Read on...

Congratulations to the Ray-Pec South Middle School Students of the Month for November. The character trait of the month was kindness. Read on...

As part of continuing efforts to increase safety and security, the District plans to implement a new visitor management system after winter break. The system will screen the visitor's I.D. against the registered sex offender databases in all 50 states. Read on...

Congrats to the RPHS Students of the Month for December! From left: Noah Dorweiler and Julia Fenaroli were recognized by the Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club; and William Greble and Kathryn McCauley were recognized by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club.

Congratulations to the Ray-Pec East Middle School Students of the Month for December! Front row (8th Grade), middle row (7th Grade), and top row (6th Grade). Read on...

Congratulations to the Ray-Pec East Middle School Students of the Month for November! Front row (8th grade), middle row (7th Grade), and top row (6th Grade). Read on...

The District Calendar Committee is currently constructing a draft calendar for the 2019-2020 school year. The link on the next page takes you to a brief survey asking for input on various calendar topics. The survey will be active until Dec. 17. Read on...

Congrats to the Ray-Pec High School Varsity Cheer Squad for placing 2nd at state! The Junior Varsity Squad placed 5th, and was only the second JV squad from RPHS to compete at state. The state competition was Dec. 1-2 at Lindenwood University. Read on...

Ray-Pec speech and debate students won many awards from the Truman Varsity and William Chrisman Novice tournaments on Nov. 30 and Dec 1. At Truman, Ray-Pec placed first in Informative Speaking, Humorous Interpretation, and Program Oral Interpretation. Read on...

Congratulations to the October Students of the Month at Ray-Pec South Middle School! The character trait for the month was responsibility. Read on...

Jaden Lanza and Brenden Lucas placed first in Policy Debate at the North Kansas City Varsity Debate and Forensics Tournament on Nov. 16 and 17. Alissa House placed 3rd in Dramatic Interpretation, and Brenden Lucas placed 4th in Student Congress. Read on...

Congrats to the students from Ray-Pec East Middle School and Ray-Pec South Middle School who performed in the WCMMEA (West Central Missouri Music Educator Association) Jr. High Mixed Honor Choir and Treble Honor Choir on Nov. 3! Read on...

Congratulations to the Ray-Pec East Middle School Students of the Month for October! The character trait for the month was responsibility. Read on...

The School Board on Nov. 15 approved adding a teaching position for the 2019-2020 school year for the introduction of an orchestra/strings program. The District plans to hire a certified teacher to begin to implement the program at the middle schools. Read on...

During October, Creekmoor Elementary School students focused on the character trait of RESPECT. For the monthly character project, students honored the Raymore Police Department with "Care Packages" and thank you cards for their service to our community. Read on...

Congratulations to Ray-Pec High School Senior Tammy Yang, who has been named a semifinalist in the Coca-Cola Scholars program. A total of 1,896 students were selected as semifinalists from 95,715 applications based on academics, leadership, and service. Read on...

For the fourth consecutive year, the Raymore-Peculiar School District has received the Meritorious Budget Award from the Association of School Business Officials International. The award recognizes the District for its 2018-2019 submission. Read on...

During the Nov. 17 Good Neighbors, Strong Community event, Josh Shipp encourages adults to make connections with kids by "calling your shot" and "following through." A former at-risk foster kid, Shipp is an youth advocate, author and acclaimed speaker. Read on...

All-District Band selections include 54 honors for Ray-Pec High School band students. Students from more than 40 schools in the West Central region of the Missouri Music Educators Association auditioned for All-District Band on Nov. 3 in Warrensburg. Read on...

Congratulations to the boys swim team on earning All-State Honorable Mention in five events at the state meet Nov. 8-9 in St. Peter's Mo. Pictured here: The 200 Free Relay (Brady Terry, Kaleb Thomas, Seth Hammack and Trent Oberlander) finished 11th. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School announces its fall musical comedy, “The Robber Bridegroom.” Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 15, 16, and 17, and at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 18. Reserve tickets by calling 892-3999, ext. 2400. Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students. Read on...

You are invited to attend the 2nd annual STEAM Expo, scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, in the Raymore-Peculiar High School dome gym. This event will showcase students in the areas of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics.

The cross country teams had their best performances in school history Nov. 11 at the Nike Cross Country Regional meet in Terre Haute, Ind. The boys placed 6th out of 80 teams in the Open Division, while the girls placed 13th in the Championship Division. Read on...

Congratulations to Ray-Pec High School forensics and debate students on their success at recent tournaments! Pictured are participants from the Lee's Summit West Novice Tournament. Read on...

New School Board Member Bill Lowe took the oath of office on Nov. 8. He was selected to fill a vacancy due to the resignation of Kim Bailey. After Lowe was sworn in, the Board elected Ruth Johnson as president and Paul Coffman as vice president. Read on...

Four Ray-Pec cross country runners earned All-State honors for their performances at the Class 4 state meet on Nov. 3, 2018, in Jefferson City. From left: Junior Braden Zaner, Junior Marissa Dick, Senior Miranda Dick, and Senior Makenzie Stucker. Read on...

The Ray-Pec High School girls cross country team placed 3rd in Class 4 at the state meet on Nov. 3, 2018, in Jefferson City. The team was led by Junior Marissa Dick, 5th place; Senior Miranda Dick, 6th place; and Senior Makenzie Stucker, 23rd place. Read on...

During a special meeting on Oct. 30, the School Board selected Bill Lowe to fill a vacant seat on the Board. The oath of office will be administered to Lowe at a special meeting on Nov. 8. Lowe is being appointed to serve until the April 2019 election. Read on...

The Ray-Pec Public School Foundation Prize Patrol traveled the District on Oct. 22 to present grant awards. Foundation Board members visited 10 schools, surprising teachers and students with oversized checks for 18 grants. The awards totaled $10,420. Read on...

Congratulations to Ray-Pec High School forensics and debate students who competed last weekend! Ray-Pec placed fourth in the overall sweepstakes at the Park Hill Varsity Tournament. Students also competed at the Oak Park Novice Tournament (pictured). Read on...

Cass Career Center Fire Science student Katelynn Jungling, a senior at Ray-Pec High School, is October Student of the Month at Cass Career Center. Pictured: Jeri Ware of the Cass County Elks Lodge #2791, presents a certificate and gift card to Katelynn. Read on...

On Oct. 18, the RP Public School Foundation Board presented an iPad Mini to Casey Thompson, administrative assistant for Administrative Services. She won a drawing from names of employees who are new supporters of the Foundation through payroll deduction.

The Belton-Raymore Rotary Club on Oct. 17 honored Shane Martin and Becca Bessette as the October Students of the Month from Ray-Pec High School. They are pictured with Club President Kris Turnbow.

The Raymore-Peculiar Sunrise Optimist Club recognized Kamryn Martin and Trent Oberlander as the Ray-Pec High School Students of the Month for October. They are pictured with Club President Kevin Barber.

Congratulations to the September Students of the Month at Ray-Pec East Middle School. 8th Graders are in the front row. 7th Graders are in the second row. 6th Graders are in the back row. Read on...

Congratulations to the Ray-Pec South Middle School Students of the Month for September! These students were recognized for demonstrating Respect. Read on...

The Ray-Pec Forensics and Debate Team went to Blue Springs Oct. 12-13 for the opening tournament of the season. Ray-Pec placed first in forensics at the Blue Springs Varsity Tournament, and first overall at the Blue Springs South Novice tournament. Read on...

A new record! Eight RPHS students were selected for the All-State Choir. The previous high was six in 1998. Congrats to: Becca Bessette, Kylie Hansen, Chloe Coons, Tayler B. Bates, Katie Clewell, Gabby Sharp, Samuel Reicher, and Matthew Stewart. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School honored students with academic honors earned during 2017-2018. Recognition included the Academic Letter, the Lamp of Learning, placing in the top 10 percent of the class, and Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate awards. Read on...

Congrats to the varsity girls tennis team on winning the District 12 competition on Oct. 3! From left: Faith Swenson, Emrie Ianniello, Nia Phillips, Bayley Raymond , Madelyn Zalewski, and Alicia Atkinson. Next up: individual districts on Oct. 5 in Joplin. Read on...

RPHS field biology students experienced the peak of the monarch migration on Sept. 27. Working with Teacher Mike Roberts, they observed about 100 monarchs, and tagged and released 18 monarchs. Students also released 3 that were raised in the classroom. Read on...

Eagle Glen Elementary Knights are excited about the Conscious Castle of Eagle Glen. The staff and students are learning and implementing the 7 Skills of Conscious Discipline school-wide. The mural pictured above was painted by a parent volunteer. Read on...

The Ray-Pec Panther Pride Marching Band drumline placed first in the White Class at Drummit at the Summit percussion competition on Sept. 15 at Lee's Summit High School. Marching band is one of the arts opportunities for Ray-Pec students. Read on...

There is a vacancy on the School Board as a result of the resignation of Kim Bailey, who has been appointed to the State Board of Education. The Board, by a majority vote, will appoint a replacement to serve until the next Board election in April 2019. Read on...

Another hands-on learning opportunity for Ray-Pec students! Juniors and Seniors in the Ray-Pec High School Botany course (taught by Mike Roberts and Megan Walker) last week transplanted milkweed plants to the outdoor classroom just east of the pond. Read on...

Kim Bailey is now officially a member of the Missouri State Board of Education. Board President Charlie Shields administered the oath of office to Bailey on Sept. 18. Bailey most recently served as President of the Raymore-Peculiar School Board. Read on...

Students in the English 3 and English 4 classes at Ray-Pec High School participated in a Motivation Panel on Sept. 11. Adults representing a variety of careers in the Kansas City area talked about their career paths and the importance of soft skills. Read on...

Congratulations to Homecoming Queen Tammy Yang and King Josh Putney and the rest of the Homecoming Court: Juniors Peyton Balfour and Jackson Hilsabeck; Sophomores Madi Hocker and Reece Dunsworth; and Freshmen Caroline Kelly and Jack Ardito.

The Ray-Pec boys and girls cross country teams dominated at the Bonner Springs Invitational on Sept. 15. Varsity boys placed first, and varsity girls placed second. The individual champion of each of the six races was from Ray-Pec! Read on...

The Ray-Pec Public School Foundation honored 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients Shara Brice and Danielle George during the Sept. 14 Homecoming football game! Pictured from left: Danielle George, Shara Brice, and Foundation President Phil Parke. Read on...

Safety training: Three School Resource Officers, three campus supervisors, & Assistant Superintendent Dr. Bryan Pettengill participated in a webinar on Sept. 12 about the critical role of security in schools. Read on...

Congratulations to the candidates for Senior Homecoming King and Queen and attendants for the Junior, Sophomore, and Freshman classes. The Queen will be announced at the Sept. 14 football game. The King will be announced at the Sept. 15 night dance. Read on...

Ray-Pec High School seniors and juniors had the opportunity on Sept. 11 to visit with representatives from 85 colleges, universities, technical schools, military branches, and unions during the annual College and Career Fair.

The Ray-Pec Public School Foundation announces recipients of the 2018 Distinguished Alumni Award: Shara Clevenger Brice (Class of 1987) and Danielle Gowing George (Class of 1994). Both have excelled in their careers and given back to their communities. Read on...

A wet and muddy course could not stop the Panthers! The boys and girls cross country teams are both undefeated and state-ranked after winning the Cass County Championships on Sept. 1 and the prestigious Ray-Pec Invitational on Sept. 8. Read on...

The first home football game is at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7, against Rockhurst! It's also Senior Night! Ray-Pec enters the contest with a 2-0 record. Tickets: $5 for adults and $3 for children. Age 55+ admitted free. The band will perform after the game. Read on...

Support the #YouMatterRayPec movement by ordering a t-shirt! Shirts are $10. (Extra charge for 2XL, 3XL, and 4XL) The mission of #YouMatterRayPec is rooted in the need to come together as a community to serve our youth. Read on...

Kim Bailey has been appointed to the Missouri State Board of Education by Governor Mike Parson. Bailey was elected to the Board in 2016. She served one year as Board Vice President, and has served as School Board President since April 2017. Read on...

Students in PreK through high school participate in a wide range of assessments as part of the instructional process. The Board on Aug. 23 approved the 2018-2019 plan, which includes federal- and state-mandated, and locally-developed assessments. Read on...

The School Board on Aug. 23 approved the 2018 tax levy rate at $5.3622. The rate includes an operating levy of $4.4265 and a debt service levy of $0.9357. The rate reflects a net increase of 45 cents over the 2017 rate due to voter approval of Prop R-P. Read on...

These employees were honored for completing 20 years of service in the District. They received pins at the all-staff Convocation on Aug. 8. Read on...

These employees were honored for completing 10 years of service in the District. They received pins at the all-staff Convocation on Aug. 8. (This is the second group honored.) Read on...

These employees were honored for completing 10 years of service in the District. They received pins at the all-staff Convocation on Aug. 8. (This is the first group honored.) Read on...

School picture day is coming! School picture order forms are coming home with students. You may send the order form and payment with your student on Picture Day. You also may pre-order online. Read on...

Four employees with 29 years of service in the Districtreceived watches at the all-staff Convocation on Aug. 8 to celebrate starting their 30th year. From left: Jeff Helzer, Connie Huckeby, Barb Proctor, Angela Wilke, and Superintendent Dr. Kari Monsees. Read on...

Eighth grade cheerleaders, Student Council members, and the Husky mascot welcomed sixth graders to East Middle School on Aug. 13, for Preview Day. Sixth and ninth graders were invited to attend Preview Day to become acquainted with their new schools.

Children in the Little Blessings School-Age Child Care program at St. Paul's United Methodist Church pose with the cans that they purchased and decorated for the Ray-Pec Caring About Nutrition program! At right is CAN Volunteer Jackie Boursheski. Additional Info...

The School Board on July 26 honored four students for success at the middle school National Speech and Debate Tournament. From left: Blake Oser, Aidan Martel, Paige Showen, Madison Busby, and Board Member Ruth Johnson. Read on...

Raymore Elementary School Principal Jennika Miller, left, and Counselor Jenni Beck made home visits this week to the school's incoming kindergarten families to welcome them to the school. They gave each student a book.

The Raymore-Peculiar School Board on July 26 recognized 2018 graduates who earned an International Baccalaureate diploma. Pictured, from left: Trevor Diepenbrock, Abril Fasani, Aaron Fuller, Amber Heath, Molly Johnson, and Board Member Ruth Johnson. Read on...

The second day of centralized registration for all PreK-12 students is from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 31 at Ray-Pec South Middle School, 20501 S. School Rd., Peculiar. Please park and enter on the east side of the school, as shown in the map. Read on...

The front lawn of Creekmoor Elementary School on July 23 featured a large greeting to welcome new Principal Melissa Lucas! Mrs. Lucas has worked in the District since 2006, most recently as assistant principal intern at Raymore Elementary School. Read on...

During a recent report to the School Board, Athletic/Activities Director Tom Kruse showed how the grades of high school students involved in a sport or activity continue to be higher than students who do not participate in an activity. Read on...

Five Ray-Pec High School students attended Missouri Girls State June 24-29 on the campus of the University of Central Missouri. From left: Mackenzie Loftin, Kamryn Martin, Tammy Yang, Jordan Wright, and Becca Bessette. The girls will be seniors this fall.

Ray-Pec girls and coaches are pictured before leaving for the Lane Lord's Women's Basketball Camp June 20-22 at Pittsburg State University.

2018 Ray-Pec graduate Samuel Fish recently received a $1,000 scholarship as part of the Comcast Leaders & Achievers Scholarship Program. The award is granted to seniors for their community service, academic performance and leadership skills. Read on...

RPEMS student Madison Busby won the championship in storytelling at the National Speech and Debate tournament. RPSMS student Paige Showen placed 2nd in humorous interpretation. Also from RPEMS, Blake Oser and Aidan Martel placed 6th in duo interpretation. Read on...

If your student still needs a physical for participation in 2018-2019 activities, a second physical night has been scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 26, at Ray-Pec High School. The cost is $15. Please RSVP if you plan to attend. Read on...

Members of the RayPecNow high school media team are attending Media Now Digital Media Summer Camp for high school journalists at Webster University in St. Louis. Students are preparing to lead the RPHS yearbook, newspaper and digital publications. Read on...

Peculiar Elementary celebrated the school's centennial with an open house on June 23. The event was planned in conjunction with the City of Peculiar's Sesquicentennial celebration.

Allison Bruflat of Raymore and the Raymore and Peculiar Sonic restaurants are the 2017 recipients of the Partners in Education award from the Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation. Read on...