PCMS Weekly Update
September 18, 2026
Our Fall Sports are starting up! Here’s a quick recap of their week.
Volleyball: It was a busy week on the court! On Monday, our teams battled the New Mark NorthStars, with the A Team earning a thrilling 2–1 win. The B and C Teams fought hard in their matches, with C taking it to three sets.
On Wednesday, our A and B Teams both came away with 2–0 victories over the Heritage Eagles!
Great week of teamwork, competition, and growth for our volleyball teams!
Football & Cross Country: Both teams were eager to get their seasons underway this week, but Mother Nature had other plans! ☀️ The heat kept our athletes on the sidelines a little longer, building plenty of anticipation for their upcoming starts.
At PCMS, we have a long-standing tradition of welcoming our extended Pirate families to enjoy breakfast with their middle school students. We are happy to announce we will be again hosting our 6th Grade Pastries with Pirates breakfast on Wed, September 23rd at 7am. 6th-grade students are encouraged to invite special family member(s) to join them. This could be grandparents, mom, dad, aunt, uncle, or any other significant person in the student's life. We’re looking forward to seeing you on the 23rd!
We are looking for volunteers to help provide meaningful, real world experiences for our students! We will once again be hosting our annual career fair for our 6th graders and in order to make them happen we need your help!
Interested in sharing your career and expertise with our 6th graders? Sixth grade students from Platte City Middle School and Platte Purchase Middle School will participate in a career fair at Platte Purchase Middle School on Friday, November 13 from 8:00-11:30am. Sign up to participate and provide an opportunity for students to learn more about your career!
PTO has some extra shirts up for grabs (first come, first serve)! They are selling them for $20 each. Venmo @plattecitymspto and pick up in the Platte City Middle School office!
These are the sizes and styles they have available:
Cream Pirates (Comfort Colors)
1 Youth Small
5 Adult Large
3 Adult XL
4 Adult 2XL
Gray Pirate Throwback (District Made)
2 Adult 2XL
1 Adult 3XL
Orange (Comfort Colors)
3 Youth Large
5 Youth XL
1 Adult Small
Blackout (District Made)
4 Youth L
4 Youth XL
4 Adult XL
8 Adult 2XL
Message Kristie Tomlinson @ tomlinson.kristie@pcr3schools.org with inquiries.
Enrollment is open for an amazing educational travel opportunity in Summer 2028 to Ireland, Scotland, and England! There are limited spots available for Middle School students and parents! Please, use the link to see the itinerary and enrollment information. If you have any questions, contact the Group Leader, Daria Opanasenko-Davydova opanasenko.daria@pcr3schools.org
Enrollment extended to Today, September 18th!
Platte County School District's Homecoming festivities run September 28-October 3. This year's theme is "The Magic Lives On," - a Disney theme. Visit this event page for information on Homecoming activities, including spirit week information, the Homecoming Victory Supper, parade, and football game
Orange Crush celebrates Pirates who are “CRUSHING IT” in the ways they support our students, staff, schools and community. From creating meaningful experiences and welcoming environments to showing exceptional care and making a positive impact, Orange Crush gives us a chance to shine a light on the people behind the everyday moments that matter.
All employee groups are eligible to be nominated throughout the school year. Nominations will be reviewed by the District's Executive Leadership Team, and every nominee will be acknowledged for the positive impact they are making across our District with at least one (or maybe more!) nominees selected monthly as an Orange Crush honoree.
Submit a nomination today!
Most families have already taken care of iPad Device Insurance—thank you! If you haven’t completed the process yet, there is still time. The deadline to register is October 1.
To take your student’s iPad home, you must complete the Device Insurance registration through the PowerSchool Parent Portal. Until the registration is completed, your student will not be able to take their iPad home.
If you qualify for Free/Reduced Lunch, the $30 insurance fee is waived, but you still need to complete the registration form.
To register: PowerSchool Parent Portal → Forms → 2026–2027 Platte County Schools Device Insurance Payment
Please see the FAQ below for more information about device insurance and coverage.
Since 2005, Pirates ROCK (Raising Outstanding Character Kids) has helped shape a strong culture of character across Platte County School District. More than 20 years later and beginning with the 2026-27 school year, we're building on that tradition by aligning Pirates ROCK with our Portrait of a Graduate essential skills.
This evolution creates a more consistent, student-centered approach to character development by focusing on the six essential skills that prepare learners to thrive in school, careers, and life. Students will continue to be recognized for demonstrating outstanding character while developing the competencies that support our mission of ensuring every learner thrives in an ever-changing world with confidence and resilience, all through a consistent framework and shared language as they grow from kindergarten through graduation.
Throughout the year, we'll focus on these essential skills:
- August/September: Effective Communication
- October/November: Self-Awareness
- December/January: Personal Connections
- February: Personal Growth
- March: Problem-Solving
- April: Global Connections
Email: tomlinson.kristie@pcr3schools.org
Website: http://www.pcms.plattecountyschooldistrict.com
Location: 900 Pirate Drive, Platte City, MO, 64079
Phone: (816)858-2036
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plattecitymiddleschool/