Summer School

Summer School 2026 Graphic with sun and June 1-29 datesThe Platte County R-3 School District is excited to announce that Summer School will be held June 1-29, 2026. All Platte County R-3 students are invited to attend and continue to grow as learners throughout the summer!

When is Summer School 2026?

Summer School will be held 8:00am-12:00pm on weekdays, June 1-29, 2026. There will be no summer school on June 19. 

Where are the Summer School sites?

  • Pathfinder Elementary Location: Pathfinder Elementary and Barry Elementary Kindergarten – 5th grade students will attend summer school at Pathfinder Elementary
  • Siegrist Elementary Location: Compass Elementary and Siegrist Elementary Kindergarten – 5th grade students will attend summer school at Siegrist Elementary
  • Platte City Middle School Location:
    • Platte City Middle School and Platte Purchase Middle School 6th grade – 8th grade students will attend summer school at Platte City Middle School
      Platte County High School       9th grade – 12th grade students will attend summer school at Platte City Middle School

Is there a cost for attending summer school?

No, there is no cost to attend summer school.

How do I enroll my child for Summer School?

  • For current PreK to 7th Grade students (next year's Kindergarten through 8th grade students), enrollment will be available starting March 2 via an e-Collect form via Parent Portal.
  • Incoming Kindergarten students will be able to complete summer school registration after completing their regular school year enrollment. Information will also be shared during Kindergarten Kickoffs on April 22.
  • High school students enrolling in summer school should complete PCHS's enrollment forms via Parent Portal, which will be available in April.

Summer School enrollment should be completed no later than May 15, 2026. Registrations received after May 15 will be placed on a waiting list for Summer School.

Please note: Your child's grade for summer school is the grade they will be entering into for the 2026-27 school year (i.e. 3rd grader in 2025-26 school year will be enrolled as a 4th grader for summer school).

Can incoming Kindergarten students participate in Summer School?

Yes! Even our youngest learners can participate! Students who will start kindergarten in August 2026 are encouraged to get a jumpstart on being classroom ready. Summer School will help our incoming kindergartners increase confidence, build relationships, understand expectations, and become familiar with the classroom environment, all while having fun! Please note: Incoming Kindergarten students must first complete new student enrollment before enrolling in Summer School.

What does Summer School look like?

All Platte County R-3 students are invited to attend and continue to grow as learners throughout the summer! The purpose of PCR-3’s Summer School Program is to provide an experience that is relevant, rigorous, and engaging, based on individual learner needs, in a safe and caring environment. 

Expanded community partnerships provide students with real-world learning experiences to reinforce classroom learning.

Elementary Themes

Incoming Kindergartners through incoming 5th graders…Get ready for a summer full of excitement, creativity, and discovery! Our Elementary Summer School experiences are designed around  fun-filled themes like Sweet Treats, Vibrant Colors, Ocean Adventures, and Outer Space Explorations! From hands-on activities to engaging lessons, your child will explore, learn, and create in a dynamic and playful learning  environment. Don’t miss out on this sweet summer adventure—enroll today!

Middle School Experiences

Middle School students may select one of the following experiences during summer school.

1. Exploratory Experience (Real World Learning and Innovation): Students will engage in meaningful, hands-on learning connected to authentic, real-world challenges through the following opportunities:

  • Make48 Innovation Experience: Students will collaborate in teams to solve a real-world design challenge presented by a client. Throughout this experience, students will work through the design-thinking process, develop a small-scale prototype, create a one-minute marketing or informational video, and produce an informational sales sheet. This experience emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and innovative problem-solving.
  • Missouri Department of Conservation Real-World Learning: Students will be examining real-world issues related to the environment. In partnership with the Missouri Department of Conservation, students will explore environmental issues through a guided, project-based learning experience called “Unhooked.”

2. Missouri Department of Conservation Hunter Education: This program is about more than hunting. Elements of history, biology, ecology, ethics, outdoor survival, firearm safety, and hunting are all included. Students aged 11 and above are eligible to participate. Limited to 20 students. If interest exceeds 20 students, students will be placed on a waiting list.

High School Summer School

Details on high school summer school offerings including traditional courses, credit recovery courses, and driver's education will be available in April.

Transportation, Meals, and Before & After School Care

Is transportation provided?

  • Yes, transportation is provided on an abbreviated bus stop plan. Summer. Please review the schedules before enrolling.

Are meals provided during summer school?

  • The District will provide a cold breakfast and healthy snack option for students each day.

Is Y Club available during summer school?

  • Yes, Y Club is available for students attending summer school in grades Kindergarten - 5th grade while summer school is in session. Y Club will be held at Siegrist Elementary and Pathfinder Elementary. Students are not automatically enrolled in Y Club by selecting Y Club on your summer school enrollment; you must enroll in Y Club and summer school separately. Registration for summer Y Club programs (day camps and before and after summer school care) will be available starting March 5 at 6am and can be completed here: https://kansascityymca.org/programs/summer-camps. Registration for Summer School Y Club will close May 15. Please note, Y Club will not be available on June 19.

Who do I contact in the event I have more questions about summer school?