Calling all future cheerleaders in Grades K–6! Come learn cheers, motions, and have fun with our PHS cheer team.
🗓 Clinic Dates & Times
• Grades 3rd–6th: Wednesday, February 4 | 3:30–5:30 p.m.
• Grades K–2nd: Thursday, February 5 | 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 All practices will be held in the Elementary Gym
📝 Forms available in the Elementary & Middle School offices.
⏰ All forms are due by January 21st
🎉 Participants will perform at halftime of the Varsity Girls Basketball Game on Friday, February 6th!
We look forward to cheering with your Panthers! 🧡🖤

Palmyra R-I School District is seeking a part-time Parent Educator (25 hours/week) to join our Parents as Teachers program. Help empower families and make a difference in early childhood education!
💻 Apply online: https://palmyra.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx



In STEAM and Library, our students are exploring the four components of creativity: Fluency, Flexibility, Originality, and Elaboration through Finish the Picture activities with Mrs. Meyers and Ms. Lehenbauer.
👏 Congratulations to this month’s Creativity Challenge Winners! Their masterpieces showed off all four creativity skills in action.
🌟 Be sure to check out our Creativity Wall of Fame—a school-wide display that highlights one student’s work from each grade level and a staff member every month. We look forward to seeing next month’s imaginative creations! #PantherPrideInTheClassroom



Our PES K-Kids and MS Builders Club students went caroling to share holiday cheer, spreading smiles and festive spirit with residents and staff alike. Moments like these make the season extra special! ❤️💚

After caroling, students lined up to greet Mr. and Mrs. Claus and enjoyed a sweet candy cane treat 🍬😁 What a festive way to spread holiday cheer at PES! 🧡🖤





This Friday, our Palmyra Elementary students will celebrate with classroom parties! 🥳
⏰ Early Dismissal: 1:00 pm
🚫 ASP: Not in session
📚 School resumes Tuesday, January 6th
Enjoy your break, Panthers! 🧡🖤

📅 Friday, December 19th
🕧 1:00 pm Early Dismissal
📅 December 22nd - January 5th
☃️ No School — Enjoy you break Panthers!
📅 Monday, January 5th
📚 No School — Teacher Professional Development Day
📅 Tuesday, January 6th
🏫 School Resumes
Thank you to Palmyra Middle School student, Kinsley for providing the design for our NO SCHOOL graphic! Great work Kinsley!
Students from both the elementary and middle schools enjoyed a special sneak peek—and they were the perfect audience!
Backstage, Mrs. Breitling gave the 3rd - 6th grade performers some final words of encouragement before showtime. Their excitement and teamwork made the whole gym buzz with holiday spirit! 🌟🎭
The final performance is Sunday at 2:30 pm in the Palmyra Middle School Gym. Doors open at 2:00 pm. All are invited and welcome to attend. It may be cold outside, but this festive performance is sure to warm your heart! ❤️❄️
#WeArePalmyra 🧡🖤








Join us Sunday, December 14th at 2:30 pm in the Palmyra Middle School Gym for a fun and festive performance sure to get you in the holiday spirit! 🎄🎶

Our 3rd graders brought history to life during their Famous Missourians Wax Museum Open House — and what an incredible showcase it was!
Students researched influential Missourians, created props and costumes, and stepped into character to share what they have learned with families, staff, and classmates. From athletes and artists to explorers, inventors, and leaders, our gym was filled with Missouri history brought to life in the most creative way.
We are so proud of their hard work, confidence, and excitement for learning. 💫
Thank you to our families for coming out to support our students and celebrate their amazing projects!
Great job, 3rd graders! 👏📚✨












School will not be in session Tuesday, December 2nd.
Palmyra High School students will not attend Vo-Tech.
A huge thank-you to Brylee for submitting the first middle school entry in our Snow Day Announcement Challenge—your Panther snow-mascot graphic is purrrrrfection! ❄️🐾

Palmyra R-1 School will not be in session, Monday, December 1st.
Palmyra High School Students will not attend Vo-Tech.
Thank you Hannah for being the first entry in our No School Day announcement challenge! Great job!

Update: School will NOT be in session Monday. Hard surface only plan will be in place when school resumes.
Palmyra R-1 and Vo-Tech classes at Hannibal plan to be in session Monday, December 1st. Buses will run on hard surfaces only, Monday thru Wednesday this week.


We want to see our students’ creativity over Thanksgiving break! We are looking for a fun, school-appropriate winter weather meme, graphic, or drawing created by our students to use in future snow day announcements. ⛄📢
Does your Panther have a great idea that will make us laugh, make us smile, and show off Palmyra pride! 🧡🖤
Families, submissions can be turned in to your student’s school office or emailed to Amber@ summersa@palmyrar1.us by Friday, December 5. We can’t wait to see all the creativity and look forward to sharing on future snow days!

What a fun night! 🧡🖤 Our Parents As Teachers families had a blast at Messy Play Night! 🎨✨ From squishy textures to colorful creations, our little learners explored, discovered, and got hands-on with activities designed to build motor skills, creativity, and confidence.
Thank you to all the families who joined us and embraced the mess—these are the moments that make learning unforgettable! We are thankful for the General Mills Community Grant for paying for the supplies for this fun event! 📸
Curious about how PAT can support your family? 👶📚
Have a child starting Kindergarten in August? 🎒
Want to know more about playgroups or upcoming Group Connections? 🤝🌟
Contact Kathy Nicholson at nicholsonk@palmyra.k12.mo.us or 573-769-2191.









Our 4th graders hosted their Open House, Art Show and State Fair last night, and what an amazing showcase it was! Students proudly displayed their state boards and shared items and artifacts representing the unique culture, history, and fun facts from each state. 🗺️📚🎉
We are so proud of their hard work, creativity, and confidence as they shared their learning with families and staff. 🧡🖤
Great job, 4th grade team!










This morning, our Palmyra High School Panthers welcomed Palmyra Elementary students with high-fives and fun in the gym during the morning assembly! Thank you to our amazing PHS Panthers who jump in wherever they're needed, singing and dancing the school song, sharing smiles, and helping make little Panthers feel seen and supported. 🎉
A special shout-out to our PHS Lady Panthers who spent time reading to Mrs. Churchwell's & Mrs. Barnes kindergarten classes. 📚. Panther Pride starts with moments like these! 🧡🖤









🧡 School is IN session Monday and Tuesday.
🖤 Thanksgiving Break begins Wednesday.
We hope everyone enjoys the holiday with family and friends!
📅 Classes resume on Monday, December 1st.

