Education

Plattsmouth students can attend three energetic school systems that provide quality educational opportunities. The city is home to Plattsmouth Community Schools, St. John the Baptist Catholic School and First Baptist School.

Plattsmouth Community Schools is an accredited public school district. It offers traditional classes for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. The district also oversees Plattsmouth Early Childhood Center, which provides a large amount of enrichment programs for preschool-aged students. Many Plattsmouth teachers hold advanced degrees in their subjects. They update their knowledge through workshops and training sessions each year. They have helped many students earn local, state and national academic honors. Plattsmouth also provides students with chances to excel in fine arts, athletics, culinary arts and vocational programs. Many student groups attend state workshops and conferences each year, and the Blue Devils often return home with top prizes in their categories. Several students also won awards on a national scale this past school year. The district has spent the past several years upgrading school buildings and facilities as the result of a $15 million bond issue. The district has used this money for a wide array of indoor and outdoor projects.

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One of the most visible results of the bond issue is at Plattsmouth High School. The district opened its new Career and Technical Education (CTE) building in the 2021-22 school year. The building hosts classes in culinary arts, woodworking/home construction, agriculture education, automotive mechanics and welding/metals. Plattsmouth High School operates under an academy-based learning structure that allows students to focus on their future careers. In addition to taking classes that fit their interests and learning styles, they also gain real-world experience through mentorships with many area businesses. The three academies are ATEAM, BEACH and STEAM. Courses in the ATEAM Academy include Architecture and construction, Transportation and logistics, Environmental and agriculture systems, Art and Manufacturing.

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tions and Human services and hospitality. Courses in the STEAM Academy include Science, Technology, Engineering, Aeronautics and Mathematics. Plattsmouth Elementary School and Plattsmouth Community Middle School also host many enrichment programs for students throughout the school year. Many students take part in the Blue Devil Academy after-school program at PCMS. The state-recognized program features multiple leadership programs, academic camps and family engagement activities. For more information about Plattsmouth Community Schools, visit www.pcsd.org or contact the district office at 402-296-3361.

St. John the Baptist Catholic School and First Baptist School both provide Christian-focused educational environments for area residents. Students come from across the Cass County area for classes. St. John the Baptist Catholic School offers classes for students from kindergarten through eighth grade. First Baptist School offers classes for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. St. John the Baptist Catholic School has a positive academic tradition. Students perform above state and national averages in every subject, and they compete in many state and national programs throughout the school year. They are also able to live their faith through service to others and daily Mass attendance. The school is connected to the Church of the Holy Spirit parish building in Plattsmouth. For more information, contact the school office at 402-296-6230 or visit www.stjbcatholic.com. First Baptist School students achieve high academic results in many subjects. They routinely test above average in national standardized exams. The school also offers many extracurricular activities to promote balance in student life. For more information, visit www.fbsplattsmouth. com or call 402-296-5948.

Southeast Community College Learning Center is located along Main Street in downtown Plattsmouth. The educational campus offers classes, workshops and training sessions for community members. Residents are able to earn college credit, acquire updated job skills or pick up a new hobby. Southeast Community College provides dozens of credit and dual-credit classes for people interested in completing their general education requirements. These include pre-requisite classes for health sciences programs and a portion of the Associate of Arts degree. Teachers offer non-credit workforce training opportunities for people who are interested in improving a job skill, starting a new career path or gaining recertification in a specific trade. The center also offers a wide variety of leisure and personal enrichment classes for people to enjoy. Residents can learn about local historical topics, discover a new hobby, improve a skill and meet new friends at the classes. For more information, call 402-437-2298 or visit www.southeast.edu/PlattsmouthLC. The website features a list of current classes and workshops available at the Plattsmouth campus.

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