Reflecting on Impact: Raymond Schools Foundation Grants 2022-2023

The Raymond Schools Foundation remains committed to enriching the educational journey of students across all grade levels. By funding essential resources, academic programs, and extracurricular activities, the Foundation continues to ensure that every student has access to meaningful learning experiences that foster growth and creativity.

Let’s take a look back at the impactful programs and initiatives supported during the 2022-2023 school year:

Empowering Students and Educators

• Funding for Raymond Elementary and Junior-Senior High Principal Student Needs, ensuring that students receive the necessary resources to succeed.

• Support for the Elementary Library, enhancing access to books and educational materials.

• Sponsorship of Knowledge Bowl and RHS ASB, providing leadership and academic enrichment opportunities.

Academic Excellence and Skill-Building

• Support for the RHS Math Team, enabling participation in both regional and state competitions.

• Funding for RJH Woodshop materials, allowing students to develop hands-on skills and engage in creative projects.

• Sponsorship of the Josten’s Renaissance Student Leadership Conference, encouraging students to develop leadership and community engagement skills.

Hands-On Learning and Enriching Field Trips

The Foundation made it possible for students to explore beyond the classroom through a variety of field trips, including:

• Point Defiance Zoo (2nd and 4th Grades) – Providing interactive wildlife education.

• Burke Museum (3rd Grade) – Expanding knowledge of natural history and science.

• Northwest Trek Wildlife Park (Natural Resources Class) – Offering an immersive look into ecology and conservation.

• Oregon Museum of Science and Industry – Hands-on STEM experiences for students.

• Museum of Pop Culture (Art Class) – Encouraging creative expression and cultural appreciation.

Supporting Student Growth and Extracurriculars

• Sponsorship of Volleyball Camp and Cheerleader Camp, fostering teamwork and athletic development.

• Support for Leadership Programs, equipping students with essential skills for future success.

• Funding for RHS Band Trip to Band Festival, providing students with performance and music education opportunities.

These initiatives highlight the Foundation’s unwavering dedication to supporting students through diverse learning experiences.

The following activities/programs have been supported by grants awarded by the Raymond Schools Foundation during the current school year:

Raymond Elementary Principal Student Needs

Theatre Design Class Trip For Performance of Hair

Josten’s Renaissance Student Leadership Conference

RHS Band Trip to Band Festival

Elementary Library

Knowledge Bowl

RHS ASB

RHS Math Team Regional Competition

RHS Math Team State Competition

Point Defiance Zoo Field Trip - 4th Grade

Burke Museum Field Trip - 3rd Grade

Northwest Trek Wildlife Park Field Trip - Natural Resources Class

Safety Patrol Field Trip

RJH Woodshop Materials

Oregon Museum of Science and Industry Field Trip

Leadership / Cheerleader Camp

Museum of Pop Culture Field Trip - Art Class

Point Defiance Zoo Field Trip - 2nd Grade

Volleyball Camp

ASB