Teachers & Staff

staffpic2008-09“There is nothing more precious in the world than the well being of our children.  Platte River Academy has been such a blessing on so many different levels for our family.  Our three children have always been a priority for me and my husband.  Platte River Academy not only believes our children deserve to experience an enriching and nurturing learning environment, but a safe one as well.  The administration, teachers, staff, and parents all work together as one to achieve excellence for each of our students.”

~ Kathy Kaze 1st Grade Teacher and Parent


“As an educator and a parent, I know that Platte River Academy is not only delivering an exceptional Core Knowledge Curriculum, but it’s real community of stakeholders regularly goes above and beyond to ensure the continued success of our school. I am confident that every teacher here strives to serve the children in the very best possible ways using innovative classroom approaches. Our teachers inspire students to reach their full potential in content area while modeling respect, responsibility, integrity and compassion. The dynamic leadership, the caring and dedicated office staff, the extraordinary teachers and an amazingly involved and committed community of parents all contribute to making Platte River Academy the easy school of choice for me and my family.
An atmosphere shall prevail in which healthy growth is fostered, ability is recognized, excellence encouraged, and in which a productive life is held before the students as a model to emulate.”

~ Jim Barstad, PRA Parent and Teacher


“As a parent and teacher, Platte River Academy exemplifies all that I look for in a school. I have witnessed first-hand how the Core Knowledge Curriculum, Core Virtues, and excellent reading and math curriculums have provided a solid foundation for my children’s learning.  PRA has a top-notch, dedicated, caring staff, who set high expectations for both themselves and their students. Parents, students and staff are all important members of the successes we take pride in each and every day.  I am very proud to be a part of the PRA family!”

~ Erica Hildebrand Reading Teacher and PRA Parent