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Jessica Bassett Announced as Assistant Supt. of Instructional Leadership for Secondary Schools
The district is pleased to announce the hiring of Jessica Bassett as Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education.
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District Receives National Recognition for the Third Consecutive Year
Raytown Quality Schools has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Read more here.
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Meet the District's 2023-24 TOY and SSEOY!
Congratulations to the district Teacher of the Year, Melissa Hays with RCMS, and Support Staff Employee of the Year, Juliette Genteman with Little Blue. Meet them here!
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Matt Verlinden Announced as Director of Technology
RQS is pleased to announce the hiring of Matt Verlinden as Director of Technology. Verlinden will manage the overall delivery of the technology program and services for the district. He will begin as Director of Technology on July 1.
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Our Children, Our Investment: 2023 Bond
The ‘Our Children, Our Investment’ zero tax increase bond issue to address the immediate needs for updated arts and activities spaces at both district high schools passed. Thank you to the RQS community for your support!
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Ray of Hope Honorees
At every Board of Education meeting in the 2022-23 school year, a student and staff member will be recognized as a Ray of Hope for their school community.
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Wellness Center Receives New Cardio Equipment
If you haven't checked out the Raytown Schools Wellness Center yet, now is a good time! The Wellness Center received a small makeover with the addition of brand-new cardio equipment. Click here for more information.
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National Mentor Month
National Mentor Month is observed nationally every January to celebrate the dedicated mentors whose guidance, insight, and positive examples set children on the path to a successful education journey.
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Raytown Quality Schools Named one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America
RQS is proud to share that we have once again been named as one of the "Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" by Healthiest Employers® for our investment in the health and well-being of employees. Read more here.
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Supt. Dr. Martin-Knox Hosts Student Forums with District Schools
Southwood students eagerly participated in the first Superintendent Q&A forum. Learn more here!
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
Learn about Hispanic Heritage Month, observed annually from September 15 through October 15, and how you can help celebrate it.
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Welcome Back RQS!
We hope you are ready to do the exceptional and conquer the new school year. Let's have a great year!
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2022-23 School Meal Information
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the USDA made it possible for school nutrition programs to serve students free breakfast & lunch through waivers. For the 2022-23 school year the district will be returning to regularly priced meals. For more information click here.
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District Early Education Program Awarded Truman Foundation Grant
Congratulations to one of the district’s early childhood education programs, Parents as Teachers (PAT), for being awarded a Truman Heartland Community Foundation grant. Read more!
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Superintendent Dr. Penelope Martin-Knox Releases Entry Plan
Superintendent Dr. Penelope Martin-Knox releases her 90 day Entry Plan outlining goals and activities to be completed during her first 90 days of transition, serving the Raytown Quality Schools Community. Click here to find the full entry plan in English and Spanish.
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Raytown School District Announces the Hiring of Administrators for the 2022-23 School Year
The Raytown School District is pleased to announce the hiring of administrators and leadership team members for the 2022-2023 School Year.
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Raytown School District Announces the Hiring of Dr. Carl Calcara as the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
The Raytown School District is pleased to announce the hiring of Dr. Carl Calcara as the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources beginning with the 2022-23 school year.
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Herndon Career Center Culinary and Management Teams Wins State Competition, Qualify for Nationals
The Herndon Career Center (HCC) Culinary team recently earned first place out of 18 teams and HCC Culinary Management team placed first out of 7 at the ProStart Culinary Missouri State Competition held in Springfield, Missouri.
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