The Platte Geddes Elementary Student Council Members are hosting a "Pumpkin" Fundraiser. You can "vote" by putting money in the envelope of your favorite decorated pumpkin. The pumpkins were decorated by each class during STEAM.
On Friday, our 1/2 Day Kindergarten Students visited the Platte Volunteer Fire Department. October is Fire Prevention Month. Enjoy the photos of the kids learning about fire prevention.
Students at Platte Geddes Elementary heard the message of Kansas and Kyal Middletent today during an assembly. The assembly was held in honor of Native American Day and National Bullying Prevention Month. Students learned the importance of the Golden Rule and Kindness to others.
Tate was nominated for the GNC by his teacher, Mrs. Sandy DuFrain. Tate noticed that one of his classmates was having a tough time, so Tate kindly offered to assist her. Then, Mrs. DuFrain forgot something and Tate told her, "That's ok, you have a lot to do!" How very KIND.
Greetings,
We are in the process of completing a school improvement plan and comprehensive needs assessment. Stakeholder surveys are a key component to our school improvement plan. Please take a couple of minutes to complete the survey and provide us with feedback for growth. The link below will take you to the survey.
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Thank You,
Joel Bailey
Norris Maydew, was nominated for the "GNC" by his teacher, Mrs. Daum. Norris often asks his classmates if he can assist them in finishing up problems they are stuck on. Norris is often observed showing great kindness to his classmates and others throughout his school day.
Platte-Geddes Schools are dismissing at 12:45 today, Thursday, October 10.
The Influenza Clinic will be held at PG Schools on Tuesday, October 15. If you would like your child to receive their flu shot at school, the form must be signed and returned to school by 10-15-19. Forms have been
e-mailed or can be picked up in the district offices.
Our Messenger notification center was recently updated. With the potential for a fall storm (eye roll emoji) we are going to send out a test message on 10-9-19 at noon to ensure we have our notification list updated. If you do not receive the call, contact joel.bailey@k12.sd.us
GNC...Allison was nominated by her teacher, Mrs. Frandsen. On Thursday of last week, Allison earned a “Pop” from her teacher for a perfect score on her spelling test. Instead of keeping the pop for herself, she gave it to a friend to enjoy. Way to model THE Golden Rule, Allison!
Congratulations to Boady Smit, our GNC. Boady was nominated by his teacher, Mrs. Nelson, for being kind and patient with his Kindergarten Buddy! Thanks Boady for showing kindness to our "Littles", for being patient with their learning, and for modeling to them The Panther Way!
Monte Perry has earned a "Good News Call of the Week". Monte let a friend use his own shoes for PE when he didn’t have any to wear. Instead of not being able to participate, his friend got to was able to because of Monte’s kindness. Monte's teacher noticed his kind deed.
More from 5th grade science class....
In science class today, our 5th graders were challenged to discover how to get an object to launch 5 feet at a target. See photos showing them hard at work.....
Dominick Schoenrock is the Good News Call of the Week. Mrs. Neuman nominated Dominick for being so helpful in the first grade classroom. When Mrs. Neuman dropped something on the floor, Dom jumped right up and out of his seat to assist her with the cleanup. Awesome work, Dom!
PLATTE-GEDDES
2019 HOMECOMING PARADE RESULTS
HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION
BEST HIGH SCHOOL FLOAT:
BEAUTY:
1 Seniors
2. PG Cheer/Pom Squad
3. Sophomores
ORIGINALITY:
1. Juniors
2. Seniors
3. FFA
HUMOR:
1. Juniors
2. Sophomores
3. Freshmen
JR. HIGH ENTRY
BEAUTY:
1. 7th Grade
ORIGINALITY
1. 6th Grade
HUMOR:
1. 8th Grade
ELEMENTARY DIVISION
BEST ELEMENTARY ENTRY:
1. Dance Co.
2. 3rd Grade
3. 5th Grade
COMMUNITY/BUSINESS DIVISION
BEST BUSINESS/COMMUNITY ENTRY:
1. Houdeshell Chiropactic/Platte Creek Store
2. Bank of the West
3. Remember the Time Antiques
BEST IN HUMOR:
1. Platte Livestock/Josh’s ATV
2. Bank of the West
3. DeGroot Racing
HONORABLE MENTION: Platte Health Center
September 17th the juniors and seniors attended a college fair held at Dakota Wesleyan University. The students also attend a career fair hosted by Mitchell Technical Institute. The day concluded with tours of Mitchell Technical Institute or Dakota Wesleyan University.
Platte-Geddes staff held a tailgate supper for the Burke School District after a tornado had devastating effects on their school facilities. Thanks to our communities, we were able to raise $3160, and present a check to the Burke School District at last night's volleyball game.
Sweet little Eden Kramp is pictured making our GNC to her Dad. Eden was nominated for showing kindness to students in her classroom and for always being willing to help other children. She is a very kind little girl and is especially kind to those needing a little extra help.
More First Graders decorating the banner for the football team.
