St. Raymond's School History
In 1917 as St. Raymond's parish was being founded, and a compound was starting to take shape on Douglas Street, Father Scanlan planned equally for a church and a school. The importance of a Catholic education was fully understood at that time as the people believed that the two needed to go hand in hand. The school opened with 190 students in the fall of 1918 even before the church was finished for the celebtration of the first Mass on December 8, 1918. Sister M. Mercedes Vollmer of the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate was the first principal.

As the parish community greq over the years and the classrooms became more crowded, it was necessary to expand the school. Even though this always meant more debt, the children's interests were considered first. A second building was added in 1949 and a third building in 1966 which allowed for additional classroom space and a library. After the new Cathedral opened in 1954, the old chuch portion of the building was converted into a gymnasium.

By 1990 the original 1917 building needed major improvements and had to be completely renovated. Classrooms were remodeled and updated. A new parish center and gymnasium were added as well as a learning center, a large multifunctional space for student use.

Over the years we have been blessed with dedicated religous and lay teachers who have worked to keep our Catholic education standards high. Parents and family members have always believed the education of their children to be a co-operative effort and have come forward to offer assistance. The people of St. Raymond's have responded time and again to the needs of the school and have recognized that the Christian education of our children is an integral part of our parish life.

As our children go on to live their lives in a world where events are monitored and communicated around the world in a matter of seconds, they are well equipped to do so. They have not only been given an excellent academic foundation, they have also been instilled with a way of life that will allow them to use their unique God-given talents and live their lives as followers of Jesus Christ.