REMINDER: Informational meeting tonight at 6:00P.M. in Mr. Fuerstenberg's Room (High School, Room 201) for those interested in attending our Europe (England and France, WWII trip) in the Spring of 2026. This is for all current 6th through 12th grade students, as well as family and community members that are interested. Can't attend the meeting... go to this link to sign up to receive information... https://bit.ly/3YXpylZ
📣 SUPER EXCITED!!! Yes! The trip is still on. ✈️
The Ray Jr/Sr High Traveling Club has officially changed the travel date for our England and France trip to Spring 2026… this will save a lot of money in original the overall cost, and we extended to give students/families longer to pay (so, smaller monthly or bi-weekly payments)!
🗓️ Please join us on Thursday, 11/21 from 6:00-7:00 PM in Mr. Fuerstenberg’s classroom for all the details. IMPORTANT: Please use this link to RSVP for the meeting… https://rsvp.eftours.com/wk6ebrg
Can’t make the meeting??? Click on that same link above and then click on, “No, Send Info” that way you don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity for our students!
👀 This trip is open to all students currently in 6th grade and above, parents, other adult family members, and approved members from the community (all adult travelers must be able to pass a background check - you can complete this at the Ray USD District Office - or you must have a valid Fingerprint Clearance Card). Younger siblings okay to travel with us if parents are also traveling.
Please let me or Mr. Fuerstenberg know if you need help with the link or any further questions after the meeting!

Congratulations to the Ray Jr/Sr High School October students of the month! Keep up the great work! Pictured from left to right are: James Ruiz, Amaiya Valdez, Keirstyn Jenkins, Erick Corona, Madison Acevedo, and Savannah Granillo

Dear Students, Parents, and Staff,
We are excited to extend a warm welcome to our new principal! With a passion for education and a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment, we are confident that Patricia Edgemon will inspire our school community.
Let’s make her first year memorable by showing our support and enthusiasm!
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Congratulations to our September students of the month at the Jr./Sr. High School! They have shown excellent academics and citizenship, great job! Pictured from left to right: Landree Scaggs, Lexi Riege, Gianah De Los Reyes, Zachary Carrillo, Easton Day, and Erianna Armenta

ATTENTION: Juniors, Seniors and their parents. Jostens will be here today 9/16/24 from 2-4pm at the High School! Seniors, please come and make your cap and gown purchase if you can. Also, come with any questions or other orders that may have.
Congratulations to our Jr/Sr High School Students of the Month for August! They have shown excellent citizenship, attitude, and academics. Great job!

On Monday, 8/12, Milano Music will be at the high school band room from 6-7 PM for those that need to rent a new or swap instruments. They will also have books that are being used in band class for those that have not bought theirs already.
AZYP is looking for students in grades 7-12 to join their Mentorship Program. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students. See flyer for details, and contact Emilia Rutledge and/or Darien Mathews if interested.

REMINDER: Ray Elementary School's meet the teacher night is TONIGHT, Wednesday, 7/31 from 5:00-6:30 PM. See you there!
Our first day of school is tomorrow! We cannot wait to see everyone's smiling faces! This is just a quick reminder that the Junior/Senior High School's tardy bell rings at 7:40 A.M. The Elementary School's tardy bell rings at 7:50 A.M. We are excited for a new school year. GO BEARCATS!
Ray Junior/Senior High School will be having their Open House, Monday, August 5, 2024 from 5:00-6:00 PM. All parents and students are encouraged to attend to receive important information for the school year from administration, teachers, and staff. We hope to see you there! Go Bearcats!!!
Here is the school supply lists for grades K-6 for the upcoming 24/25 school year. (Preschool does not ask for supplies, only donations of Kleenex, Disinfectant Wipes, and Non-Allergenic Baby Wipes)... Please zoom in on attached picture. If there is more than one teacher per grade (3rd/4th), class lists have been posted for those grades in the Elementary Office window. Junior High and High School students will need basic supplies... any specific supplies will be requested by individual teachers the first day of school, and students will have some time to acquire them.

'Twas the Night Before Band Camp... Marching Band Camp for grades 8-12 is this week! Monday from 10-1; Tuesday and Wednesday from 9-12. See you there!

Ray Elementary School: Meet the teacher night is this Wednesday, 7/31/2024 from 5:00-6:30 PM. See you there!

School starts this Thursday, August 1st. Please see picture with details regarding Jr./Sr. High School Registration this week.

Attention ALL High School Students: Want to join the Junior Chamber this year? See bottom of picture for contact information if you're interested or applications and a sign up sheet will be at the school office during registration and the first weeks of school.

Two band concert dates have been added to the district calendar. We will be doing something a little different before spring break instead of a district spring band concert (will more than likely only involve the JH and HS bands playing... more details to come later). So, as of now there will be two major concerts, the Winter Concert and the End of the Year Concert, on the following dates respectively... Thursday, December 12th, 2024 at 7:00 PM and Thursday, May 8th, 2025 at 7:00 PM. Please mark your calendars! :)
Ray High School Volleyball Club Summer Fundraiser tournament.
Saturday, July 20th, 8:00am

Arizona Youth Partnership Conference
Parents, are your kids bored yet? We need kiddos ages 10-17 this Friday from 9:30-3:00 PM! Arizona Youth Partnership is sponsoring a Youth Conference! We would hate to lose this opportunity for our students! Kids will be learning about illegal substances and life skills. They will be playing a real life version of the game of LIFE, Mouse Trap is another game, as well as becoming detectives in the game of CLUE! In CLUE, students are given the role of inspectors collecting clues to which substances the person may have been taking before they went missing or had an incident.
There will also be Judge Dave Orzell and Mayor Curtis Stacy who will be guest speakers along with some of our Kearny Police Officers.
Lunch will be provided by Old Time Pizza and snacks will be given throughout the day. Students will receive a really cool bag and lanyard to keep and some chances for some great door prizes and raffle items!
Please email Emilia at emilia@azyp.org. Emilia is in charge of this fun event and can sign you up as well or provide answers to questions you may have.
What better way to spend the day on Friday indoors learning, getting great gifts, and soaking up knowledge for life!
