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We had a great week of learning and student engagement on campus! This past Wednesday, we launched our first FLEX time, and we are so proud of how smoothly students transitioned into this routine. FLEX is a 30-minute block built into our Wednesday schedule where teachers work with small groups of students to strengthen skills tied to specific learning targets. This practice will continue throughout the year to provide both support and enrichment where it’s needed most.

Thank you for partnering with us in your child’s education. We hope you have a wonderful weekend, and we’ll see everyone bright and early on Monday!

Raider Family!

Right now is the best time to pre-order your 2025-2026 yearbook. The yearbook is at the lowest price it will be all year at $25! The whole process is online for purchase. The yearbook will be $25 until 9/21. The price will go up to $35 until 12/31. The price will then be $40 until May when yearbooks will be distributed. 

Did you forget to get last year's book? No worries, there is a limited supply left. They are $20 cash. It is possible to bring cash before May to ensure that there will be a yearbook set aside for you, however, the yearbook cannot be distributed until May on the designated distribution dates. 

Dear Rayburn Families,

The �����鶹 Education Foundation (NEF) is proud to stand alongside �����鶹 ISD educators and students, helping bring innovative ideas to life in the classroom. Since 1995, NEF has awarded over $9 million in grants and scholarships—funding projects like traveling planetariums, STEM programs, and school gardens that directly impact your child’s learning experience.

This year’s Annual Giving Campaign runs September 15 – October 3, and we invite you to join us in being unstoppable for our students. Every contribution, big or small, helps provide opportunities that enrich classrooms and empower students to succeed.
You can make a one-time or recurring donation online HERE. Together, let’s keep �����鶹 strong and continue building brighter futures for all students!

With gratitude,
Noemi Rodriguez
Annual Giving Ambassador

HAC Information

Hope Squad Coming to Rayburn

We are excited to announce that Rayburn has been chosen as one of only two schools to pilot the Hope Squad program! With the support of our administration, this program will help us strengthen school connectedness and support student well-being.

What is Hope Squad?
Hope Squad is an evidence-based program dedicated to spreading hope and creating a school culture of caring and connection. Members of the Hope Squad are students who are nominated by their peers because of their kindness, approachability, and trustworthiness. These students receive training to support classmates and connect them with trusted adults when needed-helping prevent mental health crises and encouraging a safe, supportive environment.

Parent Involvement
If your child is nominated to serve on the Hope Squad, you will be invited to a parent meeting to learn more about the program. Parent consent is required before any student can participate.
We are proud to bring this opportunity to Rayburn and look forward to the positive impact Hope Squad will make on our campus!

Upcoming Guidance Lessons
This week our counselors will be visiting 6th an7th graders during science and 8th graders during MAPS, AVID, or Innovative Thinkers classes to provide guidance lessons focused on building important interpersonal skills. Topics covered will be as follows:

6th Grade: Communication Skills
7th Grade: Personal Boundaries 
8th Grade: Personal Boundaries

In addition, during these lessons, students will have the opportunity to nominate peers for our Hope Squad program.

Every year, the 7th grade GT students make posters to support and promote the Rayburn clubs and electives as an introduction to their role in their community. The kids worked hard and were excited to deliver them to their teachers/sponsors. This is just a small way to say thank you and show our support!