Raymond Weekly Newsletter 04/27

SBAC testing kicks off tomorrow for our 3rd–6th graders! We’re excited for students to show what they’ve been learning all year. A good night’s sleep, a healthy breakfast, and a positive “I can do this” mindset will help them start strong. We’re cheering them on and can’t wait to see them shine!

• 4/27: Parent Nutrition Class 8:30-10:00am in the MPR
• 4/27: Spirit Week for Autism Awareness Month
• 4/30: ELAC Meeting Topic: Nutrition Services Taste Testing at 8:00am in the MPR
• 5/1: Día del Niño - Parents, we will need volunteers and donations!

• TK/Kinder/1st Grade: Piñatas, rope, and sticks

• 2nd Grade: Face Painting Kits (Example linked here)

• 3rd Grade: Paletas/Frozen Popsicles

• 4th Grade: Bubble Solution and Large Wands

• 5th/6th Grade: Candy for piñatas

• 5/4-5/9: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• 5/7: Open House
• 5/15: Fiesta Final

The application window for Independent Study PE is open May 1 through May 29 for the upcoming 26-27 school year. ISPE is an option for students in grades 7–8 who are engaged in national or international level athletic training, averaging 10 or more hours per week Monday through Friday, as an alternative to traditional PE.

For more information, please visit the ISPE website. If you have questions or would like next steps, please contact danielle_guerrero@myfsd.org or 714-447-2870 during the application window.

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

📅 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.