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Bernice A. Ray School Memories 1970 – Present
Bernice A. Ray - Teacher - Principal, 1929-1968
The Building of the Ray School
In Honor of Bernice A. Ray
The Addition and Renovation
Principals
The Nature Trails
Play Structures
The Multi
Brie's Garden
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5th Grade Tumbling Show
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