Platt Elementary School
Every Child, Every Day
Cowboy Connection for the week of September 7
All schools will be closed on Monday for the Labor Day Holiday.
Wednesday, September 9 students will be allowed to wear their brightest yellow or gold shirt to support Louisiana Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day. Students must wear uniform bottoms.
This is our second week in our Attendance Awareness month. All students who are at school ALL day EVERY day this week will be allowed to wear a patriotic shirt, a red shirt, a white shirt, or a blue shirt with uniform bottoms on Friday as we "Pledge to be Present".
All schools will be closed on Monday for the Labor Day Holiday.
Wednesday, September 9 students will be allowed to wear their brightest yellow or gold shirt to support Louisiana Pediatric Cancer Awareness Day. Students must wear uniform bottoms.
This is our second week in our Attendance Awareness month. All students who are at school ALL day EVERY day this week will be allowed to wear a patriotic shirt, a red shirt, a white shirt, or a blue shirt with uniform bottoms on Friday as we "Pledge to be Present".
Students will not attend school on Monday, September 7 due to Labor Day.
Friendly Reminder of the Events happening 9/4!
It is Platt's first Snack Sale Day! Order forms were sent home already. Please complete the form and make sure it is turned in first thing Friday morning.
ALL students may wear a Haughton shirt to school tomorrow to support the first HHS home football game! BPAR shirt are not allowed. This needs to be a Haughton or Bucs shirt. Buc jerseys and cheer uniforms are accepted. Students will wear their uniform bottoms.
Platt's attendance rate was 96% this week! All students who were present or had an excused absence will receive a treat tomorrow!
It is Platt's first Snack Sale Day! Order forms were sent home already. Please complete the form and make sure it is turned in first thing Friday morning.
ALL students may wear a Haughton shirt to school tomorrow to support the first HHS home football game! BPAR shirt are not allowed. This needs to be a Haughton or Bucs shirt. Buc jerseys and cheer uniforms are accepted. Students will wear their uniform bottoms.
Platt's attendance rate was 96% this week! All students who were present or had an excused absence will receive a treat tomorrow!
Join the BPS Parent Center for an informative meeting in partnership with AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana to learn about healthcare benefits for your family.
Meeting Details:
Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 9:00 AM
Location: Parent Center, 2723 Airline Drive, Bossier City, LA 71111
RSVP Link: https://tinyurl.com/efcr3nuj
What You Will Learn:
Medicaid eligibility and application steps
Covered health benefits, preventive care, and mental health services
Available support like transportation and community resources
Please reserve your seat using the link above or by scanning the QR code on the event flyer. We look forward to seeing you there!
From inspiring artwork to musical milestones and new leadership, catch the latest episode of On the Record with Bossier Schools here: https://bit.ly/OTRS5E3
Here’s a quick peek at what’s inside:
Cope Middle School is getting a facelift! Mural master Chris Opp, the man behind the paintbrush, is teaching students about the art of his craft while painting a patriotic salute to our troops.
Airline High School’s choir makes state history, and Parkway’s Pride of Pantherland Band hits a high note with top honors in the music world.
Meet the new principal at Rusheon Middle School who’s taking the Rams by the horns and empowering students to lead.
#BossierSchools #EverythingMatters
Heads up Parents!!!
Friday is the first football game for Haughton High School. We want to support our community school by sporting our favorite Haughton shirts, jerseys, or cheer uniform. This is for Haughton gear only. Students must wear their uniform bottoms with their shirts and jerseys.
Friday will also be our first Snack Sale! This money supports the Platt Hospitality. An order form will come home this week with your child. If you want to order, please complete the form and turn it.
This week also kicks off our Attendance Awareness Month! All students who are here ALL day EVERY day this week will be a treat on Friday!
Just a heads up this information is also available on our school calendar, app, social media and webpage.
Friday is the first football game for Haughton High School. We want to support our community school by sporting our favorite Haughton shirts, jerseys, or cheer uniform. This is for Haughton gear only. Students must wear their uniform bottoms with their shirts and jerseys.
Friday will also be our first Snack Sale! This money supports the Platt Hospitality. An order form will come home this week with your child. If you want to order, please complete the form and turn it.
This week also kicks off our Attendance Awareness Month! All students who are here ALL day EVERY day this week will be a treat on Friday!
Just a heads up this information is also available on our school calendar, app, social media and webpage.
Second grade has a fun event planned at the end of their unit. We are excited about our dress up day on August 28. Please reach out to your teacher for more information. This is only for 2nd grade students.
Don't forget about our Parent Teacher Team Huddle on Tuesday. This is a time to learn about the expectations of Platt and our curriculum. This is not the same thing as Meet the Teacher. This meeting will provide you with more information on how to help make your child successful.
Attention BPSB parents! We want to hear from you! Please tap the link to take a quick survey and help the Parent Center better support your family this school year: https://tinyurl.com/ParentCenterForm
Thank you for your assistance!
Kick off the 2026–27 school year with On the Record!
Watch here: https://bit.ly/45zJXQS
From Stockwell Place Elementary's high-energy first day to new leadership at Elm Grove Elementary and Friday night lights at the 73rd Bossier City Lions Club Football Jamboree, we’re capturing all the magic. Subscribe and tune in today!
Calling all parents & guardians who are interested in joining our Platt Cowboy Crew! We are excited to invite you to be a member of the Platt Cowboy Crew. The Platt Cowboy Crew is made up of parents and guardians who want to partner with Platt to help make our events successful. If you are interested in being involved please complete the form below.
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Don't forget Tuesday is our Haughton Community Spirit Day! Platt Cowboys are allowed to wear a Haughton spirit shirt, Haughton jersey, or Bossier Parks Jersey to school with uniform bottoms on Tuesday. Haughton cheer uniforms are accepted as well.
It's time to complete the Free/Reduced meal application at https://www.myschoolapps.com/
Paper applications are available upon request at their child's school.
Completed applications should be returned to the Child Nutrition office.
Remember, families must reapply every school year.
If you have questions, please contact the Child Nutrition office at 549-5046.
#EverythingMatters #BossierSchools
Platt is excited about the Haughton Community Spirit Day! Platt students may wear a Haughton shirt/jersey, Haughton cheer uniform, or a Bossier Parks jersey. Please no helmets, pad, etc.
Your child's attendance each day is very valuable to their education. Our POP Team (Power of Presence) is excited about the different events we are planning for rewards for being at school. We also understand that there are times you child will miss school.
We want to provide you with an update to our Attendance Policy. Platt will now be able to accept a parent note submitted for your child's absence. Parents may submit a parent note on the official template for an absence to be approved. The official note is located on our school website or in our front office. Notes must be submitted within 5 days after the student returns to school. Notes after 5 days will remain unexcused. A maximum of 5 days per academic year can be excused with parent notes. Parent notes cannot be split into partial days. Any note submitted for an early dismissal or late check-in counts as a full day towards the 5 day annual limit.
You can find the official template here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l7khvpATNUFLPQtMB8Rx2J8k04Bk2nIbT-MPwqBsRpQ/edit?usp=sharing
We want to provide you with an update to our Attendance Policy. Platt will now be able to accept a parent note submitted for your child's absence. Parents may submit a parent note on the official template for an absence to be approved. The official note is located on our school website or in our front office. Notes must be submitted within 5 days after the student returns to school. Notes after 5 days will remain unexcused. A maximum of 5 days per academic year can be excused with parent notes. Parent notes cannot be split into partial days. Any note submitted for an early dismissal or late check-in counts as a full day towards the 5 day annual limit.
You can find the official template here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l7khvpATNUFLPQtMB8Rx2J8k04Bk2nIbT-MPwqBsRpQ/edit?usp=sharing
We are excited to offer Platt Spirit Signs that are perfect to show off your Cowboy Pride! We have 2 yard sign designs along with 2 garden flag designs to choose from. If you are interested in purchasing one (or more of these items), please visit: https://bossierparish.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/23567/338/False/True .
The last day to purchase is August 28.
The last day to purchase is August 28.
Team Huddle Meeting
It's almost time for Bossier students to return to school, and if you have questions, we have the answers!
Click the link to check out our Back-to School guide: On The Record | Season Five | Episode One
In this episode we answer your questions about student registration, bus routes and staying connected with your child's school. Plus, we talk about school safety, introduce new teachers to the district, and celebrate Bellaire Elementary Principal Alyshia Coulson who was recognized as Louisiana State Principal of the Year Finalist. All that and more! So hop on board and Let's Go On The Record!
#BossierSchools #EverythingMatters
Check out our Cowboy Playbook for the month of August.
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🤠 Platt Meet the Teacher – What You Need to Know!
Our Meet the Teacher event is Tuesday, August 4, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. We can't wait to welcome our Cowboys back!
Here's what you need to know before you arrive:
🏈 Start in the Gym
Please enter through the gym entrance. While you're there, you'll be able to:
* 📸 Snap a photo at our back-to-school photo opportunity.
* 👕 Pick up your preordered shirts from our June order. (July orders have not arrived yet, but we'll let you know as soon as they do!)
* 🚌 Get assistance finding your child's bus information if needed.
* 🤝 Visit our community partner booths:
* Vicki's School of Dance
* Pak's Karate
* Haughton Athletics
📚 Then Head to Your Child's Classroom
After you've finished in the gym, make your way to your child's classroom to:
* Meet your child's teacher.
* Drop off school supplies.
* Pick up any classroom forms.
* Pay student fees electronically. Fees are $20 per child.
If you need to pay with cash, please stop by the front office.
If you have medicine for your child to take at school, you may drop it along with the appropriate paperwork off in the front office.
📬 Teacher Assignments
Teacher assignment postcards were mailed on Thursday. If yours hasn't arrived yet, you will likely receive it on Monday.
⭐ Before You Leave...
Please exit through the front doors so you can:
* Check out our newly decorated front office.
* Let our Platt fish know the Cowboys are back!
* Say hello to Mrs. Cooper and Mrs. Sitter.
We are so excited to kick off an incredible school year and can't wait to see all of our Platt Cowboys on Tuesday!
Our Meet the Teacher event is Tuesday, August 4, from 3:30–5:00 p.m. We can't wait to welcome our Cowboys back!
Here's what you need to know before you arrive:
🏈 Start in the Gym
Please enter through the gym entrance. While you're there, you'll be able to:
* 📸 Snap a photo at our back-to-school photo opportunity.
* 👕 Pick up your preordered shirts from our June order. (July orders have not arrived yet, but we'll let you know as soon as they do!)
* 🚌 Get assistance finding your child's bus information if needed.
* 🤝 Visit our community partner booths:
* Vicki's School of Dance
* Pak's Karate
* Haughton Athletics
📚 Then Head to Your Child's Classroom
After you've finished in the gym, make your way to your child's classroom to:
* Meet your child's teacher.
* Drop off school supplies.
* Pick up any classroom forms.
* Pay student fees electronically. Fees are $20 per child.
If you need to pay with cash, please stop by the front office.
If you have medicine for your child to take at school, you may drop it along with the appropriate paperwork off in the front office.
📬 Teacher Assignments
Teacher assignment postcards were mailed on Thursday. If yours hasn't arrived yet, you will likely receive it on Monday.
⭐ Before You Leave...
Please exit through the front doors so you can:
* Check out our newly decorated front office.
* Let our Platt fish know the Cowboys are back!
* Say hello to Mrs. Cooper and Mrs. Sitter.
We are so excited to kick off an incredible school year and can't wait to see all of our Platt Cowboys on Tuesday!
