Peculiar Patriot Newsletter
9-12-2021
September is underway!
Can you believe we are halfway through September already?
The students have been working hard already and knocked out one week of NWEA testing! We are so proud of how hard they are working throughout the day. Remember to ask them what they did at school when they get home! There are so many amazing things happening for them to tell you about!
Spirit day was awesome! We loved seeing all of the blue Peculiar shirts throughout the building! Thank you again to our PTA and sponsors who donated to make those shirt possible for every student!
If you have not yet joined the PTA, you can click on the link below in this newsletter. It's just 10$ for the year, and your membership helps do some pretty cool things throughout the year for students and staff. We would love to have you come to the meetings and get involved in planning some of these special events! Some of the things PTA provides includes t-shirts for staff and students, yearbooks for every kid, snacks and treats for student celebrations, and staff appreciation goodies. You pay your 10$ at the front office, or through Paypal by signing up below.
Picture day is coming! We will be taking fall pictures on September 20th here at school. Retakes are scheduled for October 27th.
A big thank you to our community volunteers who put out the flags to honor our heroes from September 11th. These were an amazing sight as we entered our school on Friday. Thank you.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out through email, or give us a call at 816-892-1650.
-Keri Collison
Principal
Important Dates to Remember:
September 7-17: NWEA testing window
September 17: Red Friday-wear your Chief's gear! (students and staff)
September 20: Picture day
September 27: PTA meeting in the Library 6:30 p.m.
October 1: Early Release/Staff development
Interested in working at Peculiar Elementary?
If you are interested in working part-time and hanging out with some pretty amazing students-this might be for you!
Please click here to read more information, and apply!
Face coverings:
Currently, face coverings are strongly recommended but not required.
If you would like your child to wear his/her face covering while at school, please have those conversations at home with them so that they know your expectations as a family.
Face coverings are still required when riding on the bus.
Quarantine Guidance
PTA INFORMATION
We invite all families to join the Peculiar PTA as members of our school community. Joining the PTA does not obligate you any job, but gives you the opportunity to contribute and vote on decisions for our school family. PTA membership is $10 per family.
Please click the link below to complete the membership form: PTA Membership Form
Our PTA also compiles a school directory to be distributed to only families in our building. Peculiar Elementary can not distribute personal communication between families, so the PTA provides contact information for the families. Each family may provide as much or little contact information as they choose.
Please complete the directory form to show what, if any information may be shared. PTA Directory Information
PTA School Directory
Here is the link to our current directory. Peculiar Elementary Directory
Apple Bus Info
The Ray-Pec School District contracts with Apple Bus Company to provide student transportation. To inquire about transportation or to speak with an Apple Bus employee about your child's bus experience, call Apple Bus directly at 816-318-1900, or you may send an email to Apple Bus at rp@applebuscompany.com.
Quick Tip Reporting:
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Peculiar Elementary Mission & Vision
Mission:
Preparing each student for a successful and meaningful life.
Vision:
A future-focused community with a commitment to lifelong learning.
Mrs. Keri Collison, Principal
Email: keri.collison@raypec.org
Website: http://www.raypec.k12.mo.us/90/Peculiar-Elementary
Location: 201 East 3rd Street, Peculiar, MO, USA
Phone: 816-892-1650
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Peculiar-Elementary-111829803542835
Twitter: @PeculiarPatrio