PCSD No. 1 Update
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WHEATLAND - Last month, we discussed what the end of the year looked like for #onePlatte1, so I
figured that this month’s article should focus on looking ahead. We need to understand
where we are coming from and where we have been in order to be prepared for the
upcoming year. July brings exciting times for the District Office, Staff and Students. Each
of these groups have varying definitions of exciting…
For the District Office, July is the time for budgeting and closing out the previous
year. Mrs. Wilson is getting to experience her first creation of a district-level budget. It is
an enormous challenge, complete with estimations and uncertainties, and one that takes
constant attention. She has been spending countless hours working on this upcoming
budget with her own knowledge and her colleagues throughout the State. Wyoming is
known for its unique understanding that we are not in situations all by ourselves. She has
a solid understanding of the finances of our district and I know that she is leading us in
the correct financial direction.
It is also the time for collecting the remaining applications for open positions.
During the June Board Meeting, we hired two teachers for Glendo and Chugwater (Art
and Math). These two individuals will make positive contributions to our district and we
are looking forward to welcoming them. There will be two additional candidates that will
be recommended for hire (one for Wheatland MS and the other for Glendo/Chugwater
6-12) at the July Board Meeting. Positions are starting to be filled but we do still have
some openings remaining. If these positions remain unfilled, it will cause the creativity,
innovation and can-do spirit of our staff to ensure that the needs of our students are being
met to the greatest extent of our abilities. I have no doubt that our staff can rise to the
challenge.
For the vast majority of our staff, July is a month for regenerating and recharging. I
do not like to think of it as ‘recovering’ as I feel that term carries the implication of
damage having occurred. Our staff pours their heart and soul into their positions and we
appreciate every ounce that they provide. I know that they are taking the time to do what
they need to do in order to return for another fantastic year at Platte #1. When you see
any of our staff members out and about, please do not hesitate to give them a friendly
wave, a word of encouragement or thank you, a smile, or just a kind gesture. They are all
here for our students, families and communities.
Now students are full-tilt with their July plans. Swimming lessons are happening,
time with extended family and friends are on the calendars, time clocks are being
punched, and camps are being attended. It feels as though there is limited down-time for
our students, although they seem to find the time that they need to relax. I enjoy seeing
them in various settings throughout the county. I know that the year’s activities pile up on
them but they handle them all with poise and grace. Staff, if you see any of our students
out and about, please return that kind gesture that you also desire. You know they need it
just as much as you do. Parents, Guardians, and Community members please continue to
enjoy your time with them. I know they are making positive contributions and you are
impacting their lives as well. It won’t be long before they are back in school or off to
their next chapter in life.
Let us all take a moment to appreciate the time that we have and utilize this time to
the greatest extent possible. Our year will begin soon enough and the road that we are
traveling is a road to awesome. I am anxious for the school year to begin and I hope you
are as well. Please continue to keep the lines of communication open. If you have a
question, please seek out the answer from the appropriate source. #onePlatte1 is here to
support each and every one of you. You will notice some upcoming changes in the
support that we are providing and those details will be unleashed when appropriate. One
of the catchphrases of a Platte #1 Administrative Cabinet member is, “I got you.” Please
know that we all ‘got you’ in Platte #1 and we are looking forward to another great year.
As always, if you have any questions, comments, thoughts or concerns, please do
not hesitate to reach out and remember…we are #onePlatte1.