π» Weekly Update!
Hello Families!
The APEX Fundraiser is launching on March 5, 2024. Join in the excitement and consider being a part of this fantastic event. Your participation means all funds raised will directly benefit Pathfinder Elementary, supporting fun events and providing essential support to our amazing students, teachers, and staff!
In addition to the APEX Fun Run, stay tuned for updates on spring pictures, 2nd and 3rd grade concerts, district updates, Kindergarten Kickoff, and upcoming PTA events. Plus, catch a glimpse of the vibrant community activities happening around us!
Please have a fun and safe weekend with those that you love!
Best regards,
- Mrs. Miller & Mrs. VanDenover
ποΈ Save the date!ποΈ
PATHFINDER ELEMENTARY is about to embark on a POWERFUL journey with
Apex Leadership Co through their Fun Run!
Starting on MARCH 4th, students embark on an adventure that will give them leadership skills while they raise funds for our school!
All funds will stay with Pathfinder Elementary to provide fun events and support to students, teachers, and staff! AND something even more exciting this year is that after funds have been determined, 10% will GO DIRECTLY to the highest earning teacher to support their classroom!!!! How cool is that?!?!?!
Stay tuned for more info on how to support our students and school!
#ApexPower #BuildingLeaders #PathfinderElementar
πΆ 2nd and 3rd Grade Concerts
π Mark your calendars! On March 7th, get ready to be dazzled by the incredible talents of our 2nd and 3rd graders at their much-anticipated concerts! πΊπ
π 5:30 PM - 2nd Grade Spectacular
π‘ 6:30 PM - 3rd Grade Extravaganza
Don't miss out on an evening filled with joy, laughter, and the sweet sound of young voices coming together. Let's show our support for these amazing students as they shine under the spotlight!
β Pirate Crew
Pathfinder Elementary is thrilled to welcome building-wide volunteers for the upcoming Spring 2023 semester! In addition to individual classroom volunteer opportunities offered by teachers, Pathfinder is extending half-day volunteer options to trusted adults in students' lives, such as parents, grandparents, uncles, or aunts. Those who enroll for these building-wide opportunities will offer valuable support in their child's classroom, other classrooms within the same grade level, Specials, Lunch, and Recess, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM on the specified days listed below.
Please utilize this page to sign up for a specific day. It's essential to bear in mind that all volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and verified contacts on a student's PowerSchool portal. Additionally, we kindly request that volunteers limit volunteering to one day this Spring, ensuring opportunities for a diverse range of families to participate.
Dates will be continually added as we progress through the semester, assess capacity, and finalize state testing dates. We appreciate your enthusiasm for supporting our Pathfinder students and staff!
π No Tax Rate Increase Prop C Waiver and Levy Transfer Informational Meetings
April 2024 Ballot Issue Informational Meetings
The District will be holding the following informational meetings for residents to learn more and ask questions about the April 2, 2024 No Tax Rate Increase Prop C Waiver and Levy Transfer ballot question. Visit our April 2024 Prop C Waiver/Levy Transfer pages to learn more.
- March 13, 6:00pm, Platte County High School Cafeteria
ποΈ 2024 Kindergarten Enrollment
Children who have turned five years of age before August 1, 2024, are eligible for kindergarten for the 2024-25 school year. Families are encouraged to view the Attendance area boundary map linked here, or call the District office at 816-858-5420 for confirmation of attendance area.
If your family has an incoming kindergartner, please complete the following form. We will then send you additional information about enrollment and Kindergarten Kickoffs. Kindergarten Kickoffs will be hosted in each elementary on Monday, April 22.
2024 Kindergarten Information Form
π€ World Down Syndrome Day
On March 21st, all are invited to join as a community to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. There will be a walk around the track as well as a grill out to celebrate. If you are interested in attending, please register by March 8th. Even if you are unable to attend, join us for Crazy Sock Day. #endthestereotypes
β Treasure Chest Support
The PCR-3 Treasure Chest is also providing groceries to assist families who qualify for Free or Reduced Meal Plans. Qualifying families will receive a weekly form via email to fill out or call 816-858-7001 weekly, so we can appropriately plan for resources. Once approved, families can receive additional food on Wednesdays from 4-6pm at the Treasure Chest site (in the north parking lot of PCHS).
π Mark Your CALENDAR
- March 4- PTA Meeting. Pathfinder Elections. 5:30 pm.
- March 7- 2nd Grade Concert. 5:30 pm.
- March 7- 3rd Grade Concert. 6:30 pm.
- March 8- Spring Pictures
- March 9- PTA You Are My Sunshine Daughter Dance. 6 pm.
- March 12- 5th Grade "Step Up" to PPMS visit
- March 15- APEX Fun Run
- March 20- Open Library/Gym night. 5 pm.
- March 21- PTA Skate Party. 6 pm
βοΈ Winter Weather Information
For future school cancellations, we will implement our Inclement Weather Virtual Learning Days or AMI (Alternative Methods of Instruction). In the event of school cancellation or delay, we will get that information to you as early as possible through automated phone calls and text messages, our District website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, the District Hotline (816-858-2752), and local media. The message will identify what type of Inclement Weather Plan we will be implementing:
- Plan A (No School and No Remote Learning)
- Plan B (No School, No Y-Club, No Remote Learning)
- Plan C (Two-Hour Delayed Start) - Click here for more information
- Plan D (Inclement Weather Virtual Learning Day) - Click here for more information
π Meet Mrs. Christine VanDenover (Long-Term Substitute Principal)
Hello, my name is Christine VanDenover and I am very excited to be included as a member of the Pathfinder Elementary team! I have worked in education for over twenty years. Many of those years I worked as a classroom teacher. I have taught every grade level from Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade. The last 15 months I have been a part of the district level cabinet as the director of Human Resources. I was responsible for all hiring practices, workerβs compensation claims, new teacher induction programs and credentialing, classified employee orientation, and supporting site administrators in the evaluation of staff. When I am not taking on new work challenges, I am always looking for something new to learn. I have a large collection of audible titles that include murder mysteries, historical fiction, and educational leadership! I also love crafting, baking, traveling and spending time with my family. I am a servant leader at heart and I am looking forward to serving the Pathfinder community as a part of this team. I can't wait to meet you all! Christine can be reached at vandenoc@platteco.k12.mo.us.
ποΈ 2023-24 Parent Calendar
π± Text Notifications
A district communication medium is our School Messenger system that we use for phone calls and text notifications. As with any school district, PCR-3 must often contact hundreds of parents quickly for sudden changes in schedules due to emergencies, cancellation, or just important announcements.
If you have provided a cell phone number, parents can opt in to receive text alerts and messages. Simply text "YES" to 67587 (standard text messaging fees apply). New families should have received an opt-in text this week.
π¬ Keep in Contact with Us!
You can always pick up the phone and give us a call anytime. The school number is 816.436.6670. If you have a specific question for administration, please email us at bohna@platteco.k12.mo.us (Dr. Anna Bohn, Principal) or millere@platteco.k12.mo.us (Mrs. Emily Miller, Assistant Principal).
