West Platte Education Foundation

05/21/2026

On this last day of school, we want to thank our teachers and staff for a wonderful year! Please support them and our foundation by attending or donating to the Mouse Race fundraiser. Get your tickets early!!

05/13/2026

This year, the West Platte Education Foundation proudly awarded $16,250 in scholarships to outstanding students pursuing their futures through higher education, trades, and specialized career paths. These opportunities are only possible because of the incredible generosity of our donors, families, alumni, memorial funds, and community supporters.

Thank you for investing in our students and helping build a stronger future for the West Platte community! 💙

Congratulations to all of our recipients:
Molly Cline — Baber Scholarship for Science & Chris and Gracie Kendall Buckler Memorial Scholarship
Jhett Chandler — Christopher R. Rush Memorial Scholarship
Aiden Hamilton — Christopher R. Rush Memorial Scholarship
Alex Allison — Coach Nate Danneman Memorial Scholarship
Sophie Grier — Coach Nate Danneman Memorial Scholarship
Addi Bailey — Cross Country Scholarship & Vanessa Nower Memorial Scholarship
Payton Reber — Cross Country Scholarship
Allie Paden — Doc Goodlet Memorial Scholarship
Cat Merritt — Harpst Family Scholarship
Siena Allison — Mabel Bell/Emerita Farnan Scholarship for Educators & Susan Jane Richesson Miller Memorial Scholarship
Xander Snodgrass — Mabel Bell/Emerita & Joe Farnan Scholarship for the Trades
Anastyn Eades — West Platte Education Foundation Scholarship
Olivia Jeffers — West Platte Education Foundation Scholarship

Every donation helps create new opportunities for students and strengthens our entire community. If you would like to support future scholarships, student grants, and educational excellence, please consider donating through the West Platte Education Foundation website

Together, we can continue building a better community through education. 💙

04/30/2026

Congratulations to our outstanding team members at West Platte R-II Schools!

We are proud to celebrate our Northland Excellence in Education Nominees:

Excellence in Classroom Teaching
McKenzie Reagan
Ashley Spencer
Ellen Weimer

Excellence in Service
Shannan Eagen
Taylor Bosch

Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students and community make a lasting impact every day. Thank you for representing West Platte with excellence!

03/25/2026

Mark you calendar for the 2nd annual WPEF Mouse Race.

03/18/2026

Because of the generosity of our incredible members, the West Platte Education Foundation is proud to offer the following scholarships to our students this year:
Baber Scholarship for Science — $1,000
Chris & Gracie Buckler Memorial Scholarship — $1,000
Christopher R. Rush Scholarship — $500
Coach Danneman Memorial Scholarship — $500
Cross Country Scholarships (2) — $2,000 each
Doc Goodlet Memorial Scholarship — $500
Harpst Family Scholarship — $1,000
Mabel Bell / Emerita & Joe Farnan Scholarship for Educators — $1,000
Mabel Bell / Emerita & Joe Farnan Scholarship for the Trades — $1,000
Susan Jane Richesson Miller Memorial Scholarship — $1,000
Vanessa Nower Memorial Scholarship — $750
West Platte Education Foundation Scholarships (2) — $1,000 each

These scholarships will be awarded later this month, and they are only possible because of your continued support. Applications are now open Students can submit applications through the school counselor, Mrs. Allee, by April 30.

Want to make a difference? Visit our website to learn how you can be part of the West Platte Education Foundation and help continue creating opportunities for our students.

12/29/2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re reminded that the strength of West Platte Education Foundation comes from our community.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to provide resources to the students, teachers, and staff of the West Platte School District beyond what the District alone can provide—supporting the highest standards of educational excellence.

Your year-end donation helps fund classroom resources, student opportunities, and staff support that make a real difference every day. These investments directly impact learning, growth, and success across our schools.

If you’re looking for a meaningful way to give back before year’s end, please consider supporting West Platte students and educators. Every contribution—large or small—helps strengthen our schools and our community.

Checks can be mailed to
PO Box 313
Weston, MO 64098

or through the website:

https://www.wpedfoundation.org/get-involved

Thank you for believing in West Platte and in the power of education.

The West Platte Education Foundation is financially supported by its donors. We are a non-profit organization supporting our local school district through scholarships and grants.

10/10/2025

💙🏈 Get Ready for West Platte Bluejay Homecoming! 💙

It’s almost time to celebrate West Platte Homecoming, and we can’t wait to see the streets of Weston filled with Bluejay pride! 💙🤍

The West Platte Education Foundation (WPEF) will be joining the fun in the parade — waving proudly and showing support for our students, teachers, and school. From classroom grants to scholarships, WPEF makes a lasting impact, and we’re excited to be part of this special day! 🎉

Grab your Bluejay gear, bring your friends and family, and come out to cheer for our students, athletes, and community! Let’s make this Homecoming one to remember. Go Bluejays! 💙

08/27/2025

🐭 THANK YOU! 🎉

Wow!!! What an incredible night! A huge thank you to everyone who came out to the West Platte Education Foundation Mouse Race Fundraiser and to our amazing sponsors who helped make this event possible. Because of your generosity, energy, and enthusiasm, the night was an absolute success - and SO much fun! 💙

We’re already excited to make next year’s event even bigger and packed with more fun than ever! We hope to see you there!

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for supporting our students and our community. 💛

08/22/2025

🎉 We’re Sold Out! 🎉

Thank you to our incredible community and generous sponsors for making this event what is sure to be an amazing success! We can’t wait to see everyone on Saturday for a night of fun, laughter, and racing to support the West Platte Education Foundation. 💙

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🐭 IMPORTANT PSA: Ticket Transfers, Refunds & Buyer Safety

We’re so excited for Mouse Race Night and thrilled to be SOLD OUT! 🎉 With so many people excited to attend, we want to make sure everyone’s tickets are valid and everything goes smoothly at the door.

Since one person could purchase multiple tickets under a single order, we don’t have individual names assigned to each ticket. To keep things simple and safe:

✅ Selling your ticket(s)? Send us a quick message with your order number or a copy of your receipt, along with the name and email of the person you’d like to transfer your tickets to.
✅ Buying a ticket from someone else? Please ask the original purchaser to reach out to us directly so we can transfer the ticket(s) into your name before you send payment to someone.
✅ Refunds: Because we’re so close to the event, tickets are non-refundable, but you’re welcome to transfer them to another guest.

This helps us ensure all transfers are accurate, all tickets are valid, and everyone gets in without a hitch. Thank you for helping us keep this a smooth, fun, and safe night for everyone! 🏁

08/22/2025

🎉 Less Than 10 Tickets Left! 🎉

Don’t miss out on the West Platte Education Foundation Mouse Race Fundraiser — tickets are almost gone, and this is your last chance to join the fun!

🎟️ Your ticket includes 🎟️ :
- 🍻 UNLIMITED beer & hard seltzers (not a typo!)
- 🍽️ FREE dinner from Rapidos Mexican Restaurant (also not a typo!)
- 🎲 Live mouse races, mouse roulette, silent auction, raffles, and endless fun!

This event will sell out, so grab your tickets now before they’re gone:
🔗 https://www.wpedfoundation.org/product-page/mouse-race-event-tickets

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Let’s pack the house and have a blast while raising funds for West Platte students! 💙

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