The grind never stops! ⚾️
Baseball hosts Lee's Summit High School tonight at 5:30 pm. Come out and enjoy the beautiful spring weather!
The grind never stops! ⚾️
Baseball hosts Lee's Summit High School tonight at 5:30 pm. Come out and enjoy the beautiful spring weather!
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.
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 📖✨
Raymore-Peculiar High School announces its upcoming production of the classic American family drama "A Raisin in the Sun."
Performances of the show will be in the Ray-Pec East Middle School Flex Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 11, and Friday, April 12; and at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 14.
Debuting on Broadway in 1959, Lorraine Hansbury’s "A Raisin in the Sun" introduces us to the Youngers, a hard-working family reeling from the recent loss of their father. However, dealing with grief and redefining familial roles are just some of the challenges they face. As they try to better the family's financial situation with the insurance payout from their father’s death, they must confront housing discrimination, racism, and questions of what it means to assimilate.
The cast includes Sav Jordan as Ruth Younger, Devantz Desravines as Travis Younger, Tre Hill as Walter Lee Younger, Amari Russell as Beneatha Younger, Kenyale Edwards as Lena Younger, Devin Fisher as Asagai, Tre Saunders as George Murchison, Alex Moore as Bobo, Noah Tuttle as Karl Lindner, and Lena Roy as Mrs. Johnson.
Working behind the scenes are Teacher Dane Schnake as the director, Teacher Adam Segura as Technical Director, and Patron Kay Connelly, Teacher Jayme Overstreet, Todd Schnake and Pam Schnake as production assistants. The assistant directors for "A Raisin in the Sun" are Aaryn McClenden, Avery Monnig, Amy Robinson and Katrina Tilawen. The scenic coordinator is Avery Monnig. The stage manager is Katrina Tilawen. The assistant stage manager is Ace Evans. The lighting designer is Emma Browning. The sound designer is Ellie McRill. The costume designer is Lily Seward. The props designer is Hailey Feagins. The house manager is Bella Gallagher and the box office manager is Addi Kesler.
Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office line, 892-3999 extension 2400. Tickets are $7 for adults and $6 for students.
Link to reserve tickets: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2yQmjVOgtznm9KoDxhoeKvmG_es1ZyeeRC-gZ31M-dK3FUg/viewform
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.
Track and Field heads to Pittsburg State University this afternoon to take part in the 35th Annual Jock's Nitch/PSU Gorilla Relays! 🏃
Events are scheduled to begin at 3:00 pm!
It's Match Day! 🎾
Boys' Tennis hosts the Truman Patriots this afternoon at 4:00 pm. Come out and enjoy some beautiful spring weather!
Girls' Soccer hits the road tonight as they travel to Blue Springs High School to take on the Wildcats at 6 pm! ⚽
The Boys' Golf team travels to Tiffany Green Golf Club this morning to take part in the Darren Floyd Memorial Tournament. They're set to tee off at 7:30 am! ⛳️
Ray-Pec High School Student Brady Kelly recently passed his FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107). This certification is essential for anyone who wants to become a commercial drone pilot. To obtain this certification, the applicant must demonstrate knowledge aligned with the Remote Pilot Certificate with a sUAS rating and the ability to act as a remote pilot-in-command (PIC). The certification process involves taking an aeronautical knowledge exam that covers various topics, such as regulations, airspace classification, operating requirements, flight restrictions, weather, loading, performance, emergency procedures, decision-making, judgment, effects of drugs and alcohol, airport operations, maintenance, and preflight inspection procedures.
To become a commercial drone pilot, the applicant must meet certain requirements, such as being at least 16 years old, being able to read, speak, write, and understand English, and being in a physical and mental condition to safely fly a drone.
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
The baseball team closes out the week with a 3-game series against Blue Springs High School! Two of three are at home so be sure to come out and catch a game! ⚾️
Congratulations to the Ray-Pec High School Students of the Month for April! Ellie Barker and Kahlil Tre Hill will be honored by the Belton-Raymore Rotary Club. Alaina Garcia and Ethan Floyd will be recognized by the Ray-Pec Sunrise Optimist Club.
Kindergarten registration for the 2024-2025 school year is now open!
If your child will be 5 years old by Aug. 1, 2024, see information about kindergarten registration and screening. As you register, you will select a time and date for an in-person screening appointment. Screening dates vary by school.
We just wanted to share a few pictures from today's professional development 😊
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! 🏈
After going undefeated last week, the Panthers are looking to continue their winning ways! ⚾️
Their first of four games this week is on the road at Smithville High School. First pitch is scheduled for 4:00 pm.
