The C-2 View Newsletter

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The Challenge Program Unveils Riveting Robots Exhibit at Science City

On Tuesday, Sept. 19, nearly 40 RQS students and their teachers had a chance of a lifetime, helping unveil Riveting Robots, the newest $1 million exhibit at Science City at Union Station. Riveting Robots, the Raytown Challenge Gifted Program’s robotics-themed proposal, won the Burns & McDonnell Battle of the Brains competition in April 2022 and earned the school $50,000 in grant money and the opportunity to work with professionals at Burns & McDonnell to transform the space.

Thank you, Burns & McDonnell for this incredible opportunity and for serving as a ray of hope to our challenge students. To the students who worked so hard to make this vision into a reality, we are beyond proud! To our school and surrounding communities – be sure to check out the exhibit for yourselves at Science City at Union Station (30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO). Read more here.

Reserve your spot at Cinder, HCC's student-led restaurant

Cinder, the district’s very own, student-led restaurant, is now taking reservations for it’s four dine-in events this school year! The four pop-up dinner events are completely hosted and created by the Herndon culinary students – the nation’s finest, young and upcoming culinary chefs!

Each dinner event will consist of a different menu, and a special guest chef. The four pop-up dates are as follow: Friday, Oct. 13, Thursday, Nov. 30, Friday, Jan. 26, and Friday, March 15. Tickets are $45 per person and there are limited seats available. Click here to reserve now.

RSHS drumline earns first-place win in first competition of the season

Congratulations to the Raytown South High School drumline who have a lot to celebrate already – and it’s only the start of competition season! The drumline took home the first place trophy in silver class at Drummit at the Summit on Saturday, Sept. 16. Way to make us proud!

Blue Ridge Elementary turns 75!

Blue Ridge is having a birthday party all year long for their 75th birthday celebration! Blue Ridge opened its doors in the fall of 1948. They will hold a birthday bash on Tuesday, Oct. 3, from 6 - 8 p.m. For more information, follow their Facebook and Twitter accounts.

Free, hands-on STEM in the Gym night

The district is excited to host a free, hands-on STEM in the Gym night for all elementary students. The event will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Raytown High School and will showcase what the district and community have to offer in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Thank you to our community partners who will be in attendance, Mad Science, Robotics, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City, KC Water, Raytown Educational Foundation, and more. Check out the flyer for more details!

Raytown Quality Schools announces inaugural RQS Day

The first ever RQS Day will take place on Thursday, October 12. As a district, we have a lot to celebrate. On RQS day, we invite our school communities, Raytown community, and surrounding communities to join us in that celebration and show your RQS pride by:

• Wearing red, blue or any RQS spiritwear.
• Make posters to hang in the window of your business.
• Decorate your car.
• Create a unique RQS design with sidewalk chalk outside your home or business.
• Offer an “RQS special” at your business.

We encourage you to post photos to social media using the hashtag #RQSDay.

RQS hosts Caring for Kids partnership kick-off meeting

RQS is a proud Caring for Kids Kansas City partner. On Thursday, Sept. 14, the district hosted the Caring for Kids kick-off meeting with community partners. We're excited for what's ahead this school year! Thank you to RSHS cheer and drumline, and RHS cheer for welcoming our guests!

September Recognitions:

• September: September Awareness Month
• September 11: Emergency Personnel Day
• September 15 – October 15: Hispanic Heritage Month
• September 19: IT Professionals Day

Parents of Home School Children

If you homeschool your child and he or she has a disability or you suspect a disability, an information meeting is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 29 from 9 -10 a.m. at Raytown Schools Education Conference Center (10750 E. 350 Highway). The meeting is being held to inform families about special education services within the district for children who are homeschooled. For questions, contact Colette Williams, District Lead Coordinator of Special Education, at 816.268.7000.

• Special Board of Education Meeting: Mon., Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m.
• KC Symphony at RHS: Wed., Sept. 27, 7 p.m. | RHS
• Parents of Home School Children Info Event: Fri., Sept. 29, 9 - 10 a.m. | RSECC
• STEM in the Gym: Tues. Oct. 3, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., RHS
• Blue Ridge Elementary - 75th Birthday Bash: Tues., Oct. 3, 6 - 8 p.m. | Blue Ridge
• No School - Teacher PD Day: Wed., Oct. 4
• RSHS Kids Fall Dance Clinic: Thurs., Oct. 5 6 - 8 p.m., Friday Oct. 5 Halftime
• Board of Education Meeting: Mon., Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m.
• RQS Day: Thurs., Oct. 12, all day
• REF Run for Excellence: Sat., Oct. 21