Greetings There will be a Return to Learn Plan presentation tomorrow night via zoom, beginning at 7 pm. The presentation will be recorded, if the time and date do not work for you. The recording will be emailed to the parent contact groups, available on the district website, and the Platte-Geddes Facebook page. Join Zoom Meeting ... READ MORE >
Attention Platte-Geddes 6th-12th Grade Students *Platte-Geddes Junior High / High School is inviting students only to come into the building starting August 10th-13th. The building will be open from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. each day for students to check out their computers (9th-12th students only), pick out their lockers, and complete/adjust schedules if... READ MORE >
The Platte Geddes Schools will NOT be hosting their Open House Event this year. We have the following reminders for all students and parents: *Make sure you are on Mr. Frederick and Mrs. Knecht's email groups so you are getting all back to school information. If you are a parent and you do not receive these emails, please call the elementary or high school to... READ MORE >
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Please click the link below to see the Summer Food Options for Students https://5il.co/hsrj READ MORE >
On Monday, June 1, 2020, the SDHSAA moratorium will end. Therefore, the weight room and gyms will be available for use for Platte-Geddes student/athletes only and only at designated times. The district will strictly adhere to CDC and SDHSAA guidelines and recommendations as listed below: SDHSAA Summer 2020 Contact Recommendations Underlying Principles: ... READ MORE >
The Platte-Geddes School District would like to sincerely thank Tammie Olson, from Captured by Tammie, for serving as the official graduation photographer. You can view her photos by clicking the link below. https://capturedbytammie.pixie... READ MORE >
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The Class of 2020 and the Senior Advisers have finalized plans for the May 23 graduation. The ceremony will be held at the Platte-Geddes Athletic Complex and will commence at 4 pm. The graduates will be seated on the track in front of the bleachers. There will be twenty-five areas marked out on the football field for the families of the graduates. You may sit... READ MORE >
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The P-G yearbook staff is having a presale for this year's yearbook (19-20), which will arrive sometime this coming fall. The presale will go through May 13 and the cost of a book is $55. All books must be ordered at this time--there will be no extras available after they arrive. If you'd like to purchase a yearbook, or if you are unsure if you have already... READ MORE >
PROPOSED SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD AGENDA PLATTE-GEDDES SCHOOL DISTRICT #11-5 Thursday, MAY 7, 2020 5PM- HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY ROUTINES-ORDER 1. Call to order, pledge of allegiance, roll call2. Additions or deletions to this agenda3 Approve agenda for this meeting ROUTINE BUSINESS4 Set Graduation Date ADJOURNMENT Join Zoom... READ MORE >
Breakfast/Lunch Participation Survey for May 4-May 8https://www.surveymonkey.com/r... READ MORE >
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To all interested in Football Sideline and Competitive Cheer/Dance. (ALL DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO COVID-19) I am reaching out to all who would like the opportunity to audition for our 2020 fall sports. This is open to all who will be in 7-12th grade this coming fall.. Please fill out the information survey attached with your information. We will use this... READ MORE >
Butterbraids! See attached photo! Contact a band member or Mr. Patzlaff before May 4th with your order!! Jeff.Patzlaff@k12.sd.us READ MORE >
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ATTENTION DRIVER EDUCATION STUDENTS AND PARENTS: The Driver Education class will meet tonight at 7 P.M. via Zoom. Check your email for the invitation. Please contact Ms. Kraft if you didn't receive her email. Topic: Drivers Education Time: Apr 13, 2020 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/94545130222… Meeting ID:... READ MORE >
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The link below will provide you with the Breakfast/Lunch Participation Survey for Tuesday, April 7 through Thursday, April 9. We will not have the program on April 10 or April 13. In an effort to make your lives easier, we are going to start sending a weekly survey instead of doing it daily. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FFN9588 READ MORE >
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Parents and Guardians, Per Governor Noem’s recommendation, Platte-Geddes Schools will remain closed through Friday, May 1. In the unlikely event that school will resume, the students would return on Monday, May 4 at the regularly scheduled times. We will continue to keep you updated an all school information as it becomes available. Mr. Frederick has been in... READ MORE >
The City of Platte and the Platte-Geddes School District election will be held on Tuesday, April 14th, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Community Building in Platte for the joint city/school board election and at the American Legion Building for the school board election in Geddes. Absentee voting may begin on Monday, March 30th. In person absentee voting... READ MORE >
The Breakfast/Lunch program has been going very well and we are happy to provide this service. Out of courtesy for those preparing the meals, we ask that you complete the survey every day so we can have accurate numbers. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HV67599 Thank You,Joel Bailey READ MORE >
If you want to participate in the school Breakfast/Lunch Program on Thursday, March 26 please complete the survey.https://www.surveymonkey.com/r... READ MORE >
GreetingsIf you wish to participate in the Breakfast/Lunch Program on March 25, please click the link and complete the survey below. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6JQNW2S Thank You,Joel Bailey READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians, Thank you to everyone that completed the School Lunch Survey and participated in the first day of the program. I will be sending a daily survey to determine the meal count for the following day. If you do not wish to participate in the program, it is not necessary to complete the survey. As a reminder, this program is free to all students that... READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians, The Platte-Geddes School District has been approved to serve breakfast and lunch throughout the extended school closing. The meals will be “grab and go” and will provide lunch and the next day’s breakfast. Platte-Geddes Elementary will be the primary pickup site for the meals. We will use the Geddes Grocery Center as another pick up site. You... READ MORE >
Greetings, Once again, I would like to thank you for your patience and understanding as we try to plan for an uncertain future. This week, the Platte-Geddes staff will be preparing E-learning lessons and packets for students to complete, in the event of a prolonged closing. Whether or not school is in session next week is really out of our hands. The... READ MORE >
Press Release- For Immediate Release At the request of Governor Noem, the remainder of the SDHSAA Class B Girls Basketball tournament is postponed. In addition, all SDHSAA state basketball tournaments for next weekend, along with the Visual Arts competition, are also postponed. The Student Council Convention, all Region music contests, and All-State Band scheduled... READ MORE >
HuntSafe Course Registration Information: When: March 11,13 6p-9p. March 14 8a-12p. Where: Platte Fire Hall Who: Students turning 12 by the end of year 2020 This will be the only class for 2020 in Platte Please preregister online by visiting gfp.sd.gov Click on the education tab and then click hunter education on the left side menu Parents with questions can... READ MORE >
We are excited you have chosen to use our new parent engagement tool, Mentor. Here are the two resources that you can use to forward to each parent who has a child enrolled in Waterford. As stated, parents can: Extend the learning into the home based on what the child is currently learning.Review student usage data on a weekly or monthly basis.Review performance... READ MORE >
The 6th Annual Platte-Geddes 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament will take place on April 11, 2020. Click here for the registration form. READ MORE >
NO COST KINDERGARTEN READINESS PROGRAM Families in our school district are eligible to participate in a no-cost Kindergarten Readiness program. This unique opportunity for South Dakota families allows for participation in the Waterford UPSTART program to support home-based kindergarten readiness delivered via technology. When parents are given the tools and... READ MORE >
Sergeant Ryan Lantz, from the SD Highway Patrol, shared his Responsible Driving presentation with the 8th and 9th grade classes. Thanks to Sergeant Lantz and the SD Highway Patrol for all they do. READ MORE >
Greetings, Adverse weather conditions are inevitable in South Dakota so I wanted to share our procedures for late starts, early dismissals, and school cancelations. First and foremost, we must remind our young drivers to plan ahead and allow more time when traveling to and from school during the winter months. As a parent/guardian, it’s your right to... READ MORE >
Our School Messenger notification center was recently updated. With the potential for a fall storm (insert eye roll emoji here) we are going to send out a test message on Wednesday, October 9 at noon to ensure we have our notification lists updated. If you do not receive the test message today, please contact Joel Bailey via email at joel.bailey@k12.sd.us with your... READ MORE >
Please click the link below to see the School Supply list for 19-20.https://5il.co/929v READ MORE >
Thrive Nutrition Services at the Platte-Geddes School District in Platte SD, is looking for team members to work great hours Monday thru Friday. Great wages based upon your level of experience and position qualified to work. No experience, no problem as we will train you! Apply today, pass background check and start immediately! Call (605) 228-9520 or email your... READ MORE >
DAILY BULLETIN Today’s Date: Friday, 3/13/2020 Today’s Menu: Walking Taco or Cheese Quesadilla Announcements: Spring Play Cast will rehearse Act II only tonight, 7:00 pm. If you are NOT in Act II you do not need to come to rehearsal. Adult & Student... READ MORE >