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FOUNDATION IMPACT GRANTS
The Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation invites teachers and staff to apply for impact grants to supplement the classroom and provide ways to enhance teaching and learning. Grant requests should impact student achievement.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation invites Ray-Pec seniors to apply for scholarships each spring. Our Scholarship initiative for the 24-25 school year is close to $15,000. Also awarded at the end of the school year, are $250 cash awards given to the top individual in each academic department. These are
co-sponsored by individuals and businesses in the community.
TEACHER OF THE YEAR
SUPPORT STAFF EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
Congratulations to 2025 Teacher of the Year Dr. Joanna Clark and Support Staff Employee of the Year Ed Hruska! The announcement of both awards was made during a program and reception on March 19.
Clark teaches 7th grade science at South Middle School. Hruska is the crossing guard at Eagle Glen Elementary School.
As winners, Clark and Hruska each receive a $500 cash award from the Ray-Pec Public School Foundation, a desk award, and banners for their schools. Their photos will be displayed at the Administrative Services Center.
In addition, Clark will be nominated as the District's candidate for regional teacher of the year in the Missouri Teacher of the Year selection process. Clark, Hruska, and all of the finalists will receive a plaque and items donated by local businesses.
RAY-PEC CARES
Ray-Pec Cares is a state registered prevention coalition and an outreach of the Raymore-Peculiar Public School Foundation. We strive to provide a system of care for the students and families of the Raymore-Peculiar School District by meeting physical, emotional and social needs that allow our students and families to live successful and meaningful lives.
CARING ABOUT NUTRITION (CAN)
Caring About Nutrition provides healthy and child-friendly food for students on weekends throughout the year. Every week volunteers sort and log donations before pulling items for that week’s bags. Each Thursday, a group of volunteers or students pack the food. The food is then distributed to each of our schools.
You Matter Ray-Pec
The mission of #YouMatterRayPec is rooted in the need to come together as a community to serve our youth and to remind them they are loved, cared for, supported, and heard.
We will create a strong presence within the community to serve as a constant reminder that we are in this together.
Together we can help our youth direct the narrative of their story.
Panther Closet
Gently used and new clothes and hygiene items are collected for distribution to families in need within the school district. The closet is housed at Raymore Elementary.
You can ask to join the Panther Closet Information Group on Facebook for up-to-date information on open shopping dates and closet needs.
We are always accepting donations! Our collection barrels can be found at each of our elementary schools.
Each year, we recognize a handful of amazing individuals or businesses/organizations that have partnered with us to support and continue our mission. Recipients of this award are recognized at the annual Taste of Ray-Pec event.
WHAT WE'VE DONE
Classroom Impact Grants - $299,591 (2002-Spring 2025)
Building Grants - $86,500 (2010, 2017-2021)
Student Led Grants - $15,166 (2022-2024)
Discretionary Grants - $9,000 (2016-2024)
Senior Scholarships - $145,250 (2002-2025)
Boys/Girls State Sponsorships - $13,775 (2010-2025)
Fund-A-Need Initiatives - $127,418 (2016-2025)
CURRENT INITIATIVES FOR 2025-26
Classroom Impact Grants - $35,000
Senior Scholarships (funded by Foundation) - $10,000
Caring About Nutrition (CAN) – students served, as needed
Ray-Pec Cares – students served, as needed
You Matter Ray-Pec events
Staff Appreciation/Support - $12,500
