Jessica Bassett

The meeting included reports from board members regarding participation in community activities, recognition of student and teacher achievements, and updates on high school graduation plans. The superintendent provided reports acknowledging staff appreciation, student extracurricular accomplishments, and collaborative efforts with advisory committees. Student representatives from the student council reported on recent elections, prom activities, and academic accomplishments.

This District Technology Plan, spanning 2019-2021, outlines a strategic roadmap for integrating technology across Raytown C-2 Schools. It focuses on five key goals: fostering authentic student use of technology, empowering staff with appropriate technology skills, maintaining quality infrastructure, promoting parent and community involvement in technology efforts, and ensuring efficient and effective stewardship of the district technology department. The plan emphasizes transferable strategies and skills, guided by ISTE standards, to prepare students and staff for learning in a technology-rich environment.

This document presents the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar for Raytown Quality Schools, detailing important dates and events for the school year. It does not contain information regarding the organization's long-term strategic direction, goals, or vision.

The meeting included a legislative update regarding state teacher salary proposals, school funding, and potential changes to board election structures. Updates were provided on district health attendance and the performance metrics of the employee clinic, highlighting cost savings and high satisfaction rates. The board discussed the district's credit rating, received a demonstration on educational support services for students at Northwood, and recognized the contributions of school resource officers.

The fourth annual State of the District address highlighted the school district's strategic goals, including student achievement, high-quality educator recruitment, community building, and fiscal responsibility. Key discussion topics included student demographics and diversity, food and nutrition services, special education, and the importance of addressing attendance barriers. The presentation also recognized student and staff accomplishments, discussed the impact of the current labor market on hiring, and addressed the challenges of maintaining financial stability amidst uncertain revenue streams, particularly regarding early childhood education funding and local tax considerations.