Your Voice Matters! Help Shape Our School Culture!! We're asking for your feedback on school climate and culture, and we'd love to hear from you!
Who Should Participate? All students, parents, and teachers — your perspective is valuable and important to us.
Why This Matters
Your honest feedback helps us understand what's working well in our school community and where we can do better. Together, we're building a positive, inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and connected.
How to Participate
Complete the **CSIP Climate and Culture Survey** using this links below based off of the grade you were in during the 2025-2026 school year:
PARENTS: https://forms.gle/hNzaz7Z9LJoq2cZKA
HS Students ( grades 9-12): https://forms.gle/VTr2v5JEMe5CFbbK9
JH Students (grades 7-8): https://forms.gle/vYYxX4U1cUUvzRH39
Upper Elementary Students: (Grades 3-6): https://forms.gle/By9poSA1eYJG5yXN9
Deadline: Please complete the survey by 6/30/26.
Thank you for helping us create the best possible school experience for our community.
Your voice truly does make a difference!
*Questions? Reach out to Dr. McKinnis or the building principals!
Who Should Participate? All students, parents, and teachers — your perspective is valuable and important to us.
Why This Matters
Your honest feedback helps us understand what's working well in our school community and where we can do better. Together, we're building a positive, inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and connected.
How to Participate
Complete the **CSIP Climate and Culture Survey** using this links below based off of the grade you were in during the 2025-2026 school year:
PARENTS: https://forms.gle/hNzaz7Z9LJoq2cZKA
HS Students ( grades 9-12): https://forms.gle/VTr2v5JEMe5CFbbK9
JH Students (grades 7-8): https://forms.gle/vYYxX4U1cUUvzRH39
Upper Elementary Students: (Grades 3-6): https://forms.gle/By9poSA1eYJG5yXN9
Deadline: Please complete the survey by 6/30/26.
Thank you for helping us create the best possible school experience for our community.
Your voice truly does make a difference!
*Questions? Reach out to Dr. McKinnis or the building principals!
Sign up TODAY for the Junior Golf Tournament to guarantee a shirt! Mark your calendar for July 11, 2026. See flyer for more information and registration. Please register by June 24th to guarantee a T-Shirt!
Sign up TODAY for the Junior Golf Tournament to guarantee a shirt! Mark your calendar for July 11, 2026. See flyer for more information and registration. Please register by June 24th to guarantee a T-Shirt!
Dead period for ALL SCHOOL SPORTS AND ACTIVITIES is August 2nd through the 9th. The first practice day for Fall Sports 2027 is August 10th (JH/HS Cross Country, Fall Baseball, Softball, Girls Golf). Here is everything your athlete will need! See our website for more information: https://www.laplata.k12.mo.us/page/student-and-activity-forms
La Plata Board of Education meeting is rescheduled to Tuesday, June 16th at 6:30pm.
The Board of Education meeting scheduled for tonight is canceled due to weather. It will be rescheduled for a later date.
Save the date for "Step into 7th Grade". August 19th, 2026 from 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM at the High School.
Drop off and Pick up at the South Doors! See below for more information!
Drop off and Pick up at the South Doors! See below for more information!
The Junior Golf Tournament is coming up! Mark your calendar for July 11, 2026. See flyer for more information and registration. Please register by June 24th to guarantee a T-Shirt!
Jr High GIRLS Basketball open gym on Monday is from 4-5:30 and Tuesday from 5:30-7. Our first Shootout is Thursday at Atlanta.
Girls High School Open Gym on Monday, June 1 from 5:30-7. Tuesday will be from 4-5:30. Our first Shootout is June 10th and 11th in Atlanta. More details soon.
If there is anyone you know of that might want to play, please give them this information.
JH is incoming 6th-incoming 8th grade. And HS is incoming 9th-12.
Here is the junior high boys basketball June schedule--there are some changes from what was previously sent home. Girls schedule is listed on our district calendar-more updates to come!
Reminder: Today is the last day of school! We will dismiss at 12:35pm. Elementary car rider line will begin at 12:15pm. The first day of school after summer break is August 25th. Have a wonderful summer!!!!
Due to high demand, we will be finishing up ice cream orders in the morning for any student that brought money and did not get to purchase today. Frosted Flamingo will also be open to the public tonight until 8pm.
Our Bulldogs played a great game tonight vs Brashear. Up next-tomorrow (Wed) vs Atlanta for the District Championship. Way to go Bulldogs!
Spread the word---our Bulldogs are playing Wednesday-5/20 for the district championship! Join us at 6pm. LP Students get in for FREE if they are dressed in the student theme attire--construction gear and hard hats! WE ARE BUILDING CHAMPIONS! Thank you to L-Club for sponsoring and paying student admissions!
Guess what--we are STILL playing tonight! If you are a La Plata R-II School District student and you are dressed up in the theme (neon), then you get in for free! L-club is sponsoring tonight by letting students in that are dressed in the theme attire! Thank you, LClub!
Also a huge shout out to our AD, Coach Fields for working to get the field ready!
Menu Updates for 5/19/26
Breakfast:
Breakfast Sandwiches or Cereal
Lunch:
PreK-2nd: Corndogs
3-6th: Sack Lunch
High School: Crispitos
Breakfast:
Breakfast Sandwiches or Cereal
Lunch:
PreK-2nd: Corndogs
3-6th: Sack Lunch
High School: Crispitos
Shout out to Our Amazing SLP and OT Team!
We want to take a moment to deeply appreciate our Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists for their incredible dedication and support. Your expertise helps our students find their voices, build essential skills, and move confidently through their day.
Your compassionate care and teamwork create a positive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our school community!
You’re truly valued and appreciated!
We want to take a moment to deeply appreciate our Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists for their incredible dedication and support. Your expertise helps our students find their voices, build essential skills, and move confidently through their day.
Your compassionate care and teamwork create a positive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Thank you for making such a meaningful difference in our school community!
You’re truly valued and appreciated!
🎓✨ LA PLATA R-II HIGH SCHOOL IS HIRING for the 2026-2027 School Year! ✨🎓
Ready to make a REAL difference?
We're looking for passionate educators and coaches to join our amazing team! 🙌
⚾ COACHING OPPORTUNITIES ⚾
🔥 Head Baseball Coach | Fall & Spring
🔥 Assistant Baseball Coach | Fall & Spring
Love the game? Love developing young athletes? This is YOUR opportunity to lead and inspire!
📚 TEACHING OPPORTUNITY 📚
📖 7-12 Social Studies Teacher
Build relationships. Inspire minds. Change lives. Join our collaborative team of educators!
💡 Why Choose La Plata R-II?
✨ 4-Day School Week – Work-life balance that actually works!
✨ Full Benefits – Health insurance, life insurance & PTO
✨ Collaborative Culture – Amazing colleagues & supportive community
✨ Student-Centered – Make a real impact every single day
🚀 READY TO JOIN US?
📍 Apply NOW: laplata.k12.mo.us/page/employment
📧 Questions? Reach out to Danielle Smoot
📞 (660) 332-7001 | dsmoot@laplata.k12.mo.us
🎯 Don't miss out on being part of something SPECIAL!
See information here: https://www.laplata.k12.mo.us/page/employment
ATTENTION ALL ATHLETES: PLEASE TURN IN YOUR UNIFORMS TO COACHES ASAP!
Guess What?!?! You can still order a yearbook for the 2025-2026 school year. Send check or money with the form to the office or order online: Order HERE! https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/Y0x8cG3WohzK8AS0P1mZvtV5
