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Platte County School District Students Lead “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” Project to Support Local Families
Posted on 03/24/2026
Platte County School District proudly celebrates the success of its “Won’t You Be My Neighbor” project, which concluded on Friday, March 20. Through a...
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Summer School 2026 Information
Posted on 03/04/2026
The Platte County R-3 School District is excited to host Summer School June 1-June 29, 2026. ...
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New Administrators, Deputy Superintendent Announced
Posted on 02/20/2026
PCR-3 welcomes the following new administrators and appointments to the District leadership team....
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PCHS FBLA Sends 37 to State, 12 Students Named District Champions
Posted on 02/10/2026
Congrats to PCHS’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) students on their achievements at the 2026 District 4 Leadership Conference on February 2...
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2025 Teacher and Service Person of the Year
Posted on 05/08/2025
With a surprise addition to an all-school assembly and a special interruption of a staff meeting, Platte County School District announced its Teacher ...
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Platte County School District Takes Home Honors at Northland Excellence in Education Banquet; Siegrist Elementary’s Rachel Minter Named Christa McAuliffe Winner
Posted on 04/24/2025
Platte County R-3 School District represented well at the 39th annual Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce (NRCC) Excellence in Education Banquet, h...
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Welcome

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The location, schools, and friendly atmosphere make Platte County School District attractive to families wishing to relocate in or around the Kansas City area. While located within easy commuting distance of downtown Kansas City and its amenities, a small town atmosphere prevails. The District's culture and its strategic plan is guided by the tenets of our foundational elements - our Beliefs, Mission, and Strategic Anchors.

Mission

The Mission of Platte County School District is to ensure our learners thrive in an ever-changing world with confidence and resilience, prepared to pursue their unique futures:

  • Through meaningful experiences
  • Led by extraordinary educators
  • In safe respectful environments
  • With a culture of innovation and excellence
  • And collaborative community partnerships

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