Our School

We are Platteview Central. As educators and community members, we work together to create an environment that promotes a desire to learn and succeed. See how we do it here.

Our Mission

The mission of Springfield Platteview Community Schools is to ensure that all students acquire the 21st century skills and behaviors necessary for each student to succeed now and into his/her future.

We define “21st century skills and behaviors” as follows:

  • Core Knowledge/Literacy: Essential learning proficiency (standards); global literacy; financial and economic literacy; civic literacy; health and wellness literacy; beginning career knowledge
  • Higher Level Thinking Skills: Problem solving; decision making; making inferences; application; synthesis and creativity/innovation; analysis and evaluation
  • Communications Literacy: Communications and information technology; reading, writing, speaking, and listening proficiency; collaboration; and research
  • Life Skills: Ethics; responsibility and personal productivity; self-reflection and direction; social responsibility; leadership; adaptability

Platteview Central at a Glance

Platteview Central is a wonderful school where students learn and grow in a positive and engaging environment. The staff at Platteview Central is a terrific mix of experienced teachers at various stages of their careers. Our innovative teachers collaborate together to transform students into lifelong learners.

A 1:1 District  

Our district is a 1:1 iPad district, which means each student has access to his/her own iPad during the school year. At Platteview Central, students use the technology to engage, plan, communicate, and present. 

Known for Excellence

For the past several years, Platteview Central has proven itself to be one of the high performing junior high schools in the Omaha metro area with outstanding results on state NSCAS exams. Our outstanding scores in reading, math, and science are a testament to the great teaching, high expectations, and parent support that we strive for each day.

We are proud of our school, and we look forward to continuing to serve those who are seeking a first rate educational experience.