Back-to-School
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Establish Routines
One of the best ways to help kids get
ready for back to school success is to start
establishing routines. Two to three weeks
before school starts, begin establishing
bedtime and mealtime routines. Children
should start going to bed earlier so
they get used to waking up earlier for
school. This is also a good time to discuss
homework time, TV and play time.
Back-to-School
WEST PLATTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
R egistration & E nrollment
Enrollment & registration will be from August 3rd to August 13th at the Elementary School
between the hours of 7:30 am and 3:00 pm.
O pen H ouse
Elementary Open House will be held on Wednesday, August 12th from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Please meet in the high school gym at 5:30 p.m. for an introduction of the elementary staff.
Afterward, you may stop in your child’s classroom to meet your child’s teacher and drop off
school supplies. You will also be able to pay for school lunches, talk to our bus transportation
director and visit with PTO about what they do at West Platte. If you have any questions
please contact Dana Buttz in the Elementary Office at 816-640-2811.
Get Acquainted
Especially for younger children, the
first day of school can be a bit scary and
children become anxious. Take time to
tour the school and classrooms with your
children. Even if they don’t remember
where everything is the first day they
will at least be somewhat familiar with
their surroundings. Also, by showing your
children how excited you are about them
starting school, they will also become
excited.
Become Organized
Before school starts, get folders or
envelopes to keep important school
school information. Make sure your child’s
immunizations and school emergency
contact information is up to date. After
reading through the school information,
mark important dates on your calendar so
there are no surprises. Visit our website,
Twitter, Facebook, and download our
mobile app. This is a great way to stay
informed!
Plan Before & After School
Having your transportation worked out
before school starts should help alleviate
any anxiety for both the child and parents
especially if your child is going to ride the
school bus, ride his or her bike or walk
to school. Putting together a route if
your child is riding a bike or if your child
is walking can be helpful. Remind your
children of the rules when strangers
approach and make sure they know who
to call in the event of an emergency to or
from school. Safety is the most important
thing for our kids!
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WEST PLATTE HIGH SCHOOL
Junior High/ High School Registration
For grades 11-12, registration will be held on Tuesday, August 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Grades 8-10 will be held on Wednesday, August 5th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Students, please bring completed registration packets (mailed home over the summer) and
any payment due to the high school office. Once students turn in all necessary paperwork
to the office, they may pick up their schedules and locker assignments. Students can make
changes to their schedules at this time, if needed. Students will have the first three days of
the semester to make schedule changes as well.
New High School Students & 7th Grade Orientation
If you are a new family to our district, and have a student who will be in 7th-12th grade,
please set up an appointment with the counselor. New students will need to submit a record
of all courses completed (an unofficial transcript is acceptable for scheduling purposes) or
have it faxed to 816-386-2293. Immunization records are also required upon enrollment.
Orientation for all 7th grade and new students in grades 8-12 will be held on Tuesday, August
11th at 5:30 pm. in the Performing Arts Center. If you have any questions or concerns about
7th Grade/ New Student Orientation, please call the High School Counselor, Corrine Allee at
816-640-2292, ext. 201.
Here’s what to expect:
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Pay class dues
Update personal information and pick up schedules and receive locker assignments in
the High School Office
Attend a program in the Performing Arts Center where you will be introduced to
your teachers and hear lots of information about being a 7th grader/new West Platte
student!
Tour the school and find your classes. Students will be available to show you around.
You may bring your locker organizers, classroom supplies, etc. Teachers will be in their
rooms to answer questions.
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