Raymond Weekly Newsletter 05/03

As we celebrate Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, I want to thank our incredible team for all they do each day. Their care, dedication, and hard work make a difference in the lives of our students and families.

Our school is a special place because of the people who show up every day ready to support, encourage, and inspire. I am truly grateful for each and every one of them.

Please join me in sharing your appreciation with our amazing teachers and staff this week. A simple thank you means so much.

Please refer to the PTA-organized flyer for ideas on how to show your gratitude to your teacher this week.

Thank you to our amazing parents and caregivers for your generous donations and the many hours you volunteered to make Día del Niño such a success. Your support helped create a fun and memorable experience for our students. We truly appreciate all that you do for our school community!

• 5/4: Parent Nutrition Class 8:30-10:00am in the MPR
• 5/4-Mid May: SBAC Testing (3rd-6th Grades)
• 5/4-5/9: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• 5/7: Open House
• 5PM Live Performance (Guitars, Mariachi & Band)
• 5:30-6:30PM Classrooms Open
• 5/15: Fiesta Final

Does your student have a lost or damaged library book? Purchase any book from our Amazon Wish List to replace it. Any donation helps. Thank you for supporting our students and helping them enjoy reading!

Note: Please put your student's name in the Gift Message so we know who the book is from.

Encore Program registration for the 2026–2027 school year will be open from May 1 through June 15, 2026. Current and new families interested in enrolling their student should complete registration through 6Crickets during this window. Please refer to the attached flyers for program details and the direct registration link . Don’t miss this opportunity to secure your student’s spot! If you have questions, please reach out directly to our Encore Programs office at 714-447-7477.

🗳️ Raymond PTA Elections for the 2026–27 School Year (Wednesday, April 29)
We are still accepting nominations for all positions and will continue to do so until the election takes place. We will also take a moment during the Election Zoom meeting to accept “Nominations from the Floor” before voting. Please keep an eye out for a separate email with Zoom meeting details.

🎤 Fiesta Final (Friday, May 15)
If your student is signed up to participate, please note there is a mandatory practice in the MPR on either:
• May 4 from 2:35–4:30 p.m.
• May 6 from 12:30–2:30 p.m.
(Only one practice is required.)
For questions, email: raymondtalentshow@gmail.com

🎁 Scrip Gift Card Program
If you’re planning to purchase a gift card for a teacher, staff member, or loved one, please consider using our Scrip Program on Cheddar Up. A percentage of every purchase goes back to Raymond PTA and helps fund activities for our school community.

📅 Final PTA Meeting of the School Year (Monday, May 18 at 6 p.m.)
This will be held in person. More details will be shared as the date approaches.

📣 Ice Cream Fridays
Parents and caregivers—help us sell ice cream on Fridays by signing up for a shift:

Raymond PTA: Friday Ice Cream Sales

🦝 Spirit Wear, Ice Cream Punch Cards & More!
Raymond PTA has a new fundraising page—CLICK HERE for one easy place to find everything.