Weld County School District RE-1 serves the communities of Gilcrest, LaSalle, and Platteville through six schools: Gilcrest, Platteville, and Pete Mirich Elementary Schools, Valley Middle School and Valley High School. The district enrollment is 1,639 students in grades PK–12, representing a diverse and vibrant student population.

At Weld RE-1, we are guided by our Mission, Vision, and Values/Beliefs:

• Vision: Together, we are preparing lifelong learners for a changing world.
• Mission: We provide a challenging, inclusive, and safe learning environment where every student is equipped to become a contributing member of their greater community.

We VALUE the unique qualities and diversity within our district and celebrate the strengths of our rural community. We COMMIT to equip each student to reach their full potential through diverse and challenging opportunities. We BELIEVE in cultivating a lifelong love of learning by focusing on the whole child — academically, socially, and emotionally. We PARTNER with the community to build strong relationships, ensuring students are equipped with the skills and values needed for lifelong success in an ever-changing world. We PRIORITIZE student safety as the foundation of all our efforts, ensuring every child feels secure, supported, and ready to learn.