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Greatness Update (Families)

February 29th, 2024

Greatness Update (Families) February 29th, 2024

February 29, 2024

BOE Sound Bites: 2/26/24

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The Papillion La Vista Community Schools Board of Education met on February 26, 2024, at the Central Office to discuss several items. The following are some important highlights from the meeting:


  • Brennan Heck Recognition
  • Military Advisor Update

  • Presentation of High School Education Academy

  • Superintendent Report

  • PLCS Land Transfer was Approved for 72nd Place

  • Springfield Platteview Boundary is transferred to PLCS for possible 3rd high school

  • Certified Staffing Needs for the 24-25 School Year was Approved

  • Policy 2000 Series Review

  • Legislative Update


See full recap and video clips here.


The next regular Board of Education meeting will be on March 11, 2024, at 6 p.m. at the PLCS Central Office. All the PLCS Board of Education meetings are streamed online through YouTube and viewable on the District website at www.plcschools.org/BoardMeetingsLive.


Submitted by: Tyler Cronin, Communications Specialist

Minute of Greatness

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Take a look at how Titan students in Construction 1 and 2 classes got some hands-on learning experiences from local businesses Revival Caulking & Restoration, Watkins Concrete Block, and T. Hansen Construction!


Did you hear the news?


PLCS has been receiving some love in the media lately for the great things YOU are doing in your classrooms and activities! Take a look at these news features:



Submitted by: Chantelle Green, Communications Specialist

Minute of Gratitude

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Check out our TWO February Superintendent Gratitude Award Winners and hear why they're grateful for their school families. If you would like to show gratitude for a colleague, you can do so here!


Submitted by: Chantelle Green, Communications Specialist

PLHS Red Cross Swim Lesson Spring 2024 (Registration opens 3/1)

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Register here (Opening March 1st): https://plvswimlessonsspring24.eventbrite.com.

Session Dates: Saturdays (March 23rd through May 11th)

Testing is completed on the last class. For further information, contact the Aquatics Director, Nick Baker.


Submitted by: Nick Baker, Papillion La Vista High School

Safe & Secure Series: What does an "Evacuation" look like in PLCS schools?

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The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) is a way to respond to different situations, focusing on general actions rather than specific events. Similar to the Incident Command System (ICS), SRP has its own set of terms, but it's flexible in how you apply them. It's straightforward: there are five actions to take during an incident.


"Evacuate" is one of the five incident responses, and it is initiated when there is a potential danger within the school building, such as an air quality issue or smoke/fire. During "evacuate," all students and staff are moved in an orderly manner to a safe area within or outside a building. The evacuation process is designed to be executed efficiently and safely, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and practiced response tactics to maintain a secure environment during crises.


Students are trained to:

  • Follow Instructions
  • Stay Calm
  • Move Quickly
  • Stay Together
  • Leave Belongings Behind
  • Wait for Further Instructions
Adults and staff are trained to:
  • Lead students out of the dangerous area swiftly and effectively
  • Once in a safe zone, take attendance and make sure all students are accounted for
What should parents do?
  • Remain calm
  • Avoid Going to the School
  • Stay informed


Click here to learn more about the Standard Response Protocol and how each unique command conveys different information.


Submitted by: Tyler Cronin, Communications Specialist

Papillion La Vista Community Schools
Be Known for GREATNESS

Email: Communications@plcschools.org
Website: www.plcschools.org
Location: 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE, USA
Phone: 402-537-6200


Notice of Nondiscrimination

The Papillion La Vista Community School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age or other protected status in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Students: Dr. Trent Steele, Director of Secondary Human Resources and Student Services, 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 537-6214 (trent.steele@plcschools.org). Employees and Others: Dr. Kati Settles, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources, 420 South Washington Street, Papillion, NE 68046 (402) 537-6204 (kati.settles@plcschools.org). Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the Office for Civil Rights in the U.S. Department of Education (OCR), please contact OCR at One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, #320, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, (816) 268-0550 (voice), or (877) 521-2172 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or email ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.