The Differences You’ve Made
“I thought building a birdhouse would be hard, but it turned out to be a great learning experience! Using tools like bandsaws and belt sanders was new to me, but I quickly got the hang of it. Once everything was ready, we glued and clamped the pieces together. Thank you to the Raymond Schools Foundation for supporting programs like this—it was so much fun!”
— Arlo, Junior High Student
“The Medieval Faire last year was such a memorable experience! It was incredible to learn how people lived their lives in the 1300s, and the medieval dinner was a highlight for me. Opportunities like this make learning so much fun, and I’m grateful to the Raymond Schools Foundation for making it possible.”
— Belen, High School Student
“Adventure Day was such a fun experience and an amazing opportunity for us to come together as a team. Even though the people in my group weren’t considered ‘friends,’ we were still able to collaborate and complete the challenges. This is just one example of how the Raymond Schools Foundation creates opportunities for students to learn, grow, and connect in meaningful ways.”
— Joran, Elementary Student
“Watching these students go from a blank screen on their computers to designing their flags with exact specifications, then cutting them out on our CNC machine, and finally painting and lacquering them was incredible. But the most rewarding part was seeing their excitement and pride when they presented these finished signs to our local firefighters and police officers.
Through this project, they gained valuable technical skills, but more importantly, they experienced the impact of giving back to those who sacrifice for us every day. Simply being able to say 'thank you' made all the difference.”
— Instructor Michael Silvernail
"To be recognized by our local students with such a thoughtful gesture means the world to our staff. The Raymond Schools Foundation made this project possible through a $700 grant, and the students’ hard work and creativity truly inspired us. We’re so grateful for the opportunity to connect with them in such a meaningful way."
—Raymond Fire Department