The C-2 View Newsletter
AUGUST 2024
Raytown High School Auxiliary Gym Ribbon-Cutting Celebration
Welcome to New RQS Teachers
Your School, Department, Group or Activity Featured Here! 😎
We'd love to share about your school or department. If there is a special occasion or event happening at your building, let us know! Raytown Staff can use this google form to request that the communications team visit to help capture photos or video. If you are a parent or community member that would like to share about a student activity or group , you can share photos via direct message on Facebook or Instagram. You can also email the communications team at communications@raytownschools.org. We look forward to sharing your stories this school year!
RSHS Cardettes Welcome Teachers to RQS Orientation
Thank you to members of the Raytown South High School Cardettes for taking time to help welcome new teachers to the district. The energy that you brought to the morning made this event so much fun! We look forward to seeing you in-action again soon.
Nutrition Services is Ready to Serve Our Students!
Our Nutrition Services team (formerly called Food Services) kicked off the school year with an all staff meeting. This gave the team time to focus getting to know one another as well as new processes and opportunities to include student voices when considering new food items. The Nutrition Services team has also set up an incentive to encourage families to complete the free and reduced meal application. Every family that completes the application will be entered in a drawing for prizes. All of the details and the drawing date can be found on the website. Here's to a nutritious and delicious school year!
Southland CAPS Students Compete at National Educators Rising Competition
Five Southland CAPS Education Exploration students attended the Educators Rising National Competition in Washington D.C. over the summer. Students who attended nationals in D.C. are pictured in this photo. From left to right: Erin S., Ali H., Kentasia B., Samantha L., and Devon C. Congrats to Erin and Samantha, who were selected as finalists during the competition. They placed tenth in the Children's Literature Pre-K Spanish Division competing against students from across the nation. Their book was titled: Bellamente Nacido. Congratulations to each of these students on competing at the national level. We are proud of each of you!
Alex Kolster to Perform with Kansas City Chorale
Raytown High School choral director Alex Kolster has been invited to join The Kansas City Chorale as a tenor for the 2024-2025 concert season. The Kansas City Chorale is a 24-member professional vocal ensemble based in Kansas City, Missouri. Founded in 1982, it is known for its high artistic standards and wide-ranging repertoire, including classical, contemporary, and American music. Under the direction of Charles Bruffy since 1988, the chorale has gained national and international recognition, winning multiple Grammy Awards. Their performances are praised for their precision, blend, and emotional depth. For more information on the Kansas City Chorale, visit their website.
August Ray of Hope Awardees
Congrats to Dr. Katie Hern & LaNeisha Douglas. They were honored as the August Ray of Hope Awardees at the August 12 board meeting. Their dedication and commitment to the the Raytown Schools Learning Community is apparent in all that they do. They provide compassionate and quality care for employees, working to support each individual on their health journey. RQS is a better place because of Dr. Hern and Nurse Douglas! Watch a video honoring them here.
July Ray of Hope Awardee
Community Education Courses Now Available
Raytown Quality Schools Community Education Program serves to offer a wide variety of educational, recreational, and personal growth experiences for adults in our community. Community education classes give adults 18+ great choices that are offered at a minimal cost. We add new classes every fall and spring. View fall 2024 courses online now. Class proposals are also being accepted from those interested in teaching a class. For more info on submitting a proposal, click here.
Raytown Educational Foundation Trivia Night
The Raytown Educational Foundation's annual trivia night has a new month and a new location. This year we will host this event on Saturday, September 14 beginning at 6:30pm. Gather a team of six and sign-up for a night of fun, trivia and games all in support of our foundation. This event is for adults 21+ only. For more information on this event, click here.
