PES January 2021 Parent Newsletter
https://www.smore.com/ep6zn
There is still time to join our school in partnering with Kinsa’s FLUency School Health Program to stop the spread of illness. You can sign up to get a FREE smart thermometer now by texting the word FLUENCY to the number 900900. Check your inbox for a confirmation email afterward to make sure your order went through. We hope you participate to keep our school healthy this year!--Nurse Gigi
Welcome back to school! Wanted to send out a friendly reminder that students are still required to wear a mask while at PES.
REMINDER: Tomorrow is an early-out at 1 pm. There will be no ASP. Everyone have a Merry Christmas!!
Check out the latest PES Parent Newsletter!! Everyone have a Merry Christmas!!
https://www.smore.com/dbj05
It’s here! Cookie dough pick up is from 3-7pm today in PES gym!
Greetings! It's Grinch week at PES! Tuesday--deck yourself out in GREEN! Also, cookie dough pick up is this Wednesday, 3-7pm, in the gym.
Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow is an early out at 1pm. There will be no ASP.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! We did it! Thanks for a job well done! Please make sure all your packets are turned in today, but if you forgot, you can still bring them in tomorrow. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact your student’s teacher, or the office. Again, thank you so much for your support!
Welcome Back from Thanksgiving Break!!
Our school fundraiser is almost over, but it’s not too late to sell a few more things! Have you done everything you can to reach your prize goal? You can still earn prizes by selling things tonight!
Tomorrow is turn-in day for all fundraiser packets! Don’t forget to bring your order forms back to the school in your envelope.
Tip of the Day: Can you think of anyone you have not talked to about our fundraiser? Be sure to call or email them tonight to ask them to help you and our school!!
Hey Everyone!!! Check out the PES December 2020 Newsletter. Everyone have a great Thanksgiving Break!
https://www.smore.com/gyd6m
Reminder: No school Wednesday, Thursday or Friday this week! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving break!
Palmyra Elementary's, Cookie Dough Fundraiser, will kick-off this Tuesday, November 10th! Your family's participation in this project is needed and much appreciated!
Just a reminder: we will be getting out of School early on Wednesday the 11th at 1:05 pm. There will be NO ASP on Wednesday!
Thanks 😃
REMINDER:
No ASP today or tomorrow!
Tomorrow is early out, students will be dismissed at 1:05.and School is out on Friday!
Remember, parent/teacher conference on Wednesday and Thursday.with 1/2 day of school on Thursday. And no school on Friday! We will not have ASP on Wednesday and Thursday! Thanks and have a great weekend!
Parents, this is a reminder that due to parent teacher conference next week we will NOT have ASP on Wednesday and Thursday! And no school on Friday! Thanks and have a great weekend!
Reminder: If. you want your child to be able to ride in the Homecoming Parade we need to have the permission slips returned by Wednesday October 7th.
Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30 PM we will have a PTO meeting at the Palmyra Elementary School Playground. (Being your own chair) We look forward to seeing you!
Tuesday, October 6th at 6:30 PM we will have a PTO meeting at the Palmyra Elementary School Playground. (Being your own chair) We look forward to seeing you!
ADOPT A STAFF MEMBER UPDATE- All staff members have been adopted! Thanks to everyone who volunteered. Emails have been sent out with more information. If you have not received an email, please contact Marty Smyser @769-3736
ADOPT A STAFF MEMBER UPDATE- Thanks to all those who have already contacted us to volunteer!!! We are still looking for volunteers to Adopt a Staff Member. If you are willing and would like more information please contact Marty Smyser @ 769-3736.
Parents, remember no school for students on Monday we have an in-service day for teachers.
Have a great weekend!
ADOPT A STAFF MEMBER- It's been a wonderful 3 weeks at PES!!! We are looking for members of the community that would be willing to adopt a staff member at Palmyra Elementary. If you are willing and would like more information please contact Marty Smyser @ 769-3736.
Don't forget Picture day tomorrow! You can pre-order online at www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com Password: 8H7X5S5 or your child should have brought a form home last week and you can just return that form.
Can't wait to see these kids all dressed up and smiles for pictures. If you are a Distant Learner you may come by at anytime between 9-11 and we will take them back to get pictures taken.
PALMYRA ELEMENTARY
Picture Day is: Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Wagner Portrait Group will be photographing students for portrait packages & school records. This will be your special opportunity to purchase your school pictures!
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Don’t forget to dress appropriately as the school dress code will apply. Please direct all questions, concerns, or special requests directly to Wagner Portrait Group. We are happy to help! 1-800-444-7986 info@wagnerportaitgroup.com
PALMYRA ELEMENTARY
Picture Day is: Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Wagner Portrait Group will be photographing students for portrait packages & school records. This will be your special opportunity to purchase your school pictures!
https://bit.ly/32xX4Bc
Don’t forget to dress appropriately as the school dress code will apply. Please direct all questions, concerns, or special requests directly to Wagner Portrait Group. We are happy to help! 1-800-444-7986 info@wagnerportaitgroup.com
Just a reminder that online registration is ready for you to register your child/children. Go to palmyra.k12.mo.us web page and click on the SIS link. If you have any questions please call 769-3736. We would like to have these complete by Monday August 17. Thank you
https://palmyrar1.revtrak.net Parents, you can go to this website and pay your I Pad fees and. your After School program fees.
Lunches should be paid through the Tyler SIS Portal on the web page.
Good morning PES families! We WILL be offering our Before and After School Program to our students this year. If you have any questions, please call the office.
Fair Parking--Volunteers needed! Sign up by July 22nd! https://docs.google.com/document/d/13FJjWJSzcaeOhFOSIgPrJQd5De0KCP6iJkMEHMNkenw/edit?usp=sharing
Palmyra Elementary School 2020-2021 School Supply List
Hello Incoming Kindergarten Families! We are super excited for the start of summer school. Send your child with a backpack and a water bottle. See you in the morning!
PES staff slideshow--Have a great summer!
https://youtu.be/oa-5r0h6ljI
PES Doors are open now, and teachers are ready to greet you with your things. Please bring your iPad, charger, canned food, and fines if you have them!
Also tomorrow, don't forget to bring items to donate to the food pantry. PES wants to help! Bring all that you can!
PES Turn In Day is TOMORROW! Bring your child's iPad, and iPad charger. Also if you have outstanding books, fines, lunch money, or other things to return, please do so. You will receive your child's belongings too. We are open from 7a--7p. See you then!
Reminder fourth grade parents: Tomorrow at 8:30 am via Facebook live. your students awards assembly will be held. Please join us.
Reminder third grade parents: Tomorrow at 8:30 am via Facebook live. your students awards assembly will be held. Please join us.
Reminder second grade parents: Tomorrow at 8:30 am via Facebook live. your students awards assembly will be held. Please join us.
Mark you calendars! May 23--PES' first ever, "Amazing Race!" See details: https://5il.co/g2rj
Reminder first grade parents: Tomorrow at 8:30 am via Facebook live. your students awards assembly will be held. Please join us.
PES: This week we have Awards Assemblies. They will be held at 8:30 am each day via Facebook live. Monday - Kindergarten; Tuesday - 1st; Wednesday - 2nd; Thursday - 3rd and Friday - 4th.
Please check your child's backpack this weekend for PES library books to be returned. These books can be placed in the drop box in the PES entryway next week. Thanks for your help as we work on the library inventory.
Information from Palmyra Elementary School via LHillman: https://5il.co/fnjl
If your child has PES or public library books at home, please return them as soon as possible to the drop boxes in the PES entryway. This area is open on weekdays between 7 am and 6 pm. Your help in returning these books is appreciated.
Good evening parents-just a friendly reminder that all activities related to PAWS, Music and PE, are posted in your child’s SeeSaw account.
Good evening parents-Please be sure the students are checking google classroom daily-all specials assignments from PE, Music, Technology and PAWS are posted here. Thank you—Specials teachers
Please disregard the message that was sent out about MAP testing. The MAP, or state assessment has been cancelled for this school year. This message was created and scheduled prior to our current state of events. My apologies, Lora Hillman
Attention 3rd and 4th grade parents! The specials teachers have put together resources on Google Classroom. Third grade's code is: yzy4k6r; Fourth grade's code is: 6u5uxyf; Check it out.
Starting Monday, 3/30/20
PES family...We’re going on a bear hunt! I’m asking FAMILIES and BUSINESSES in the Palmyra community to place a stuffed bear in their window by Friday, 3/27. Then, go on a bear hunt around town sometime over the weekend, and find those bears! Snap a pic and share #pespawsproud.
See Parent Letter: https://5il.co/dqyc
Dear PAT Families, Mr. Malone has suspended PAT group connections until further notice for the protection of our families. Stay Well, Miss Kathy
PES Parents: The PACE Open House that was schedule for Tuesday, March 17th is postponed until further notice.
The K-Kids' meeting scheduled for tomorrow, March 12, has been RESCHEDULED to March 19 from 3:15 to 4:00 in the PES library. Thank you!
PES K-Kids are sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive tomorrow from 2 to 6 p.m. If you are an eligible donor and would like to donate, please stop by the PES gym tomorrow afternoon.
K-Kids Blood Drive is Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. If you want to be a donor but haven't turned in a form, please do so tomorrow or email Mrs. Bradley. Permission slips for the Recycling Center are due tomorrow. Members will get a note Friday listing when they are to work.
PES Secretary Job Posting: https://5il.co/dei2 Go to PR1 District website to apply.
Reminder: No School MONDAY, MARCH 2nd due to Teacher In-Service Day. Tuesday, March 3rd will be Day 4 on the Elective Rotation! https://5il.co/8pl3
PES doors will open today at 9:45. Students do not have to be at school until 10:15. Also, please check your child's meal account balance. We have a significant number of accounts in the RED.
Tomorrow is the final day of the PES Spring Book Fair. It will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thanks for your support of our book fairs!
If you didn't get a chance to shop at Book Fair last week, it is open Monday through Friday this week from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Stop by after today's Valentine's parties or during the basketball tournament on Friday.
PES Parents: Due to having several snow days, yearbook orders WILL be accepted through this week! Cost is $15 and forms are still available in the office if you need one!
PES Parents: Valentine's Day parties have been rescheduled and will be held on Monday, February 17th beginning at 2 pm. Doors will open at 1:55 pm.
PES Book Fair opens tomorrow and runs through February 21 on all days classes are in session. Hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It will be open 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on February 13. There are many exciting new books! Your support of book fair is truly appreciated.
The PTO meeting scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled to February 11 @ 6:30 p.m. See you then.
1st Grade Parents: Open House will be held on Tuesday, February 25. Information was sent home with your student today. https://5il.co/cr71
ASP Parents: Due to the early release of school today, there will be NO ASP today. Please call the office to let us know how your student will be going home.
4th Grade Parents: Basketball tournament schedules were sent home with your students today. Tournament will be held on Friday, February 21. https://5il.co/cr6g
Parents: Just a reminder that school WILL be in session on Monday, February 17 (President's Day). This was originally a school holiday but was designated as our first snow makeup day. Thank you!
K-Kids' February meeting today from 3:15 to 4:00 in the PES library.
Reminder: No School MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3rd due to Teacher In-Service Day. Tuesday, February 4th will be Day 4 on the Elective Rotation! https://5il.co/8pl3
Science Fair 2020
The February K-Kids' meeting is Tuesday, Feb. 4, due to conferences on the second Thursday. Also, mark your calendar for the Recycling Center on March 7 and Kiwanis One Day on April 18.
REMINDER - PES invades the Kroc Center TOMORROW from 1 - 5 pm. Plan to join us for a fun, family afternoon!
Reminder to join us tomorrow morning for the Knights of Columbus breakfast in support of our PAWS Pack program. 7:30 - 10 am at Msgr Farischon Hall. Free will donation. Thank you!
The PES Penny Drive collected $3,100.87 for the Hess family. This event is an example of the love found in our Palmyra community. Thank you to all who contributed.
PES will invade the Kroc Center on Sunday, January 19 from 1 - 5 pm. Information was sent home with your student today. Plan to join us for a fun, family afternoon!
K-Kids' January meeting is tomorrow from 3:15 to 4:00 in the PES library.
Sending a reminder to ensure your child's meal account balance is positive one. Check Parent Portal as needed.
Just a reminder - PTO will meet in the PES cafeteria at 6:30 p.m. tonight!
Sending a reminder to collect your pennies to bring to school tomorrow or Friday. All money collected will be given as a condolence to Addie & Aubrey Hess. Thank you for this act of generosity.
Over the holiday break, two of our PES students lost their mother in an accident. In an effort to share our condolences, we are inviting all PES families to participate in a penny drive for Addie & Aubrey Hess. Send pennies on Thursday and Friday upon our return to school.
GRINCH WEEK ends on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20. Let your Light SHINE - Light up your wardrobe with Holiday lights, glitter, tinsel light up necklaces, etc.
GRINCH WEEK continues THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19. Relax and Read - Bring your FAVORITE Christmas book!
Good evening PES family! Since we had a snow day on Monday, feel free to “Dream a Little Dream” tomorrow and wear your favorite Christmas PJs OR dress up as your favorite Christmas movie character!
GRINCH WEEK for WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 18! Going to the Movies: Dress up as one of your favorite Christmas movie characters.
PES families - just a reminder that cookie dough delivery is TOMORROW! Please pick up Wednesday, December 18, between 3 pm and 6 pm in the gym.
Grinch Week continues tomorrow, Tuesday, December 17. Grinch Day: DECK YOURSELF OUT IN GREEN!
Grinch Week begins TOMORROW! Monday, December 16 is Dream a Little Dream day - wear your PJ's to school!
PES K-Kids will be Christmas caroling tomorrow at the nursing home from 3:15 to 4:15. We will return to PES after caroling. Members can wear a Christmas hat or sweater to show their Christmas spirit.
K-Kids receiving a permission slip today for Christmas Caroling at Maple Lawn on Wed., Dec. 11. Please read the information and then sign and return the form by Mon., Dec. 9.
PES Reminder: Cookie Dough fundraiser orders and money are due TOMORROW, December 3. Please send the envelope to school with your student. Cookie dough is due to be delivered on Wednesday, December 18th!
Reminder: No School MONDAY, DECEMBER 2nd due to Teacher In-Service Day. Tuesday, December 3rd will be Day 4 on the Elective Rotation and cookie dough fundraiser packets are due! https://5il.co/8pl3
PES Parents-Just a reminder: There will be no school Wednesday - Friday for Thanksgiving Break. No school also on Monday for Teacher Inservice. Don't forget your cookie dough sales while you're with your families!
PES K-KIds' meeting will be tomorrow from 3:15 to 4 in the PES Library. K-Kids will be Christmas caroling at the nursing home on Wed., Dec. 11 from 3:15 to 4:15. A permission slip with information on this event will be given to members on Dec. 3. Please mark your calendar.
Veterans: You're invited to join us on Monday, November 11 at 8:30 am for our annual Veteran's Day assembly. Remind your students to wear their red, white & blue on Monday!
Reminder: No School MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th due to Teacher In-Service Day. Tuesday, November 5th will be Day 3 on the Elective Rotation. https://5il.co/8pl3
RED RIBBON WEEK CONCLUDES TOMORROW! Last chance to bring non-perishable food items for the food pantry! Friday, November 1 - "Hair's to a Drug-Free Life" CRAZY HAIR DAY! (Spray color IS allowed).
RED RIBBON WEEK CONTINUES TOMORROW! Students are asked to bring non-perishable food items for the food pantry. Thursday, October 31 - "Put A Cap on Drugs" WEAR A HAT OF YOUR CHOICE!
Tomorrow is the last day to turn in your child’s RSVP for the Parent Title Night held on Tuesday 11/5.
Friday is the final day of the PES Book Fair. It will be open from 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thanks for supporting our book fair!
Mark your calendars now for a fun evening for preschoolers and their families!
Are you maintaining a positive balance in your child's meal account at PES? Remember each day $2.25 is deducted for a full-price lunch; $1.60 for a full-price breakfast. #pawsitivebalance
PES Book Fair is open Tuesday and Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Thursday and Friday, it is open from 7:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
First Grade Students will be going to Harvestville Farms tomorrow. Please bring a sack lunch & drink. Dress your child in layers. We will leave PES at 8:30 am SHARP.
PES Picture RETAKE day is Wednesday, October 23. If your student was absent, picture forms were sent home with them TODAY & need to be returned Wednesday. If you wish to have retakes, you must return the original photo packet on Wednesday.
PES Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, October 18 due to Teacher Professional Development and no school on Monday, October 21. Tuesday, October 22 will be DAY 4 on your student's elective calendar!
Reminder: P/T conferences are Wednesday & Thursday for most PES teachers. There will be NO ASP on these days. School will dismiss at 1 pm on Thursday. Please contact the PES Office if you have dismissal plan changes.
PES Book Fair opens tomorrow morning. Hours on Monday and Tuesday are 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
K-Kids' meeting today from 3:15 to 4 in the PES gym.
PES Parents: Parent Teacher Conference time preference slips are due tomorrow! Please fill those out & return with your student. If you have misplaced the form, you may call the office for help.
Reminder: No School MONDAY, OCTOBER 7th due to Teacher In-Service Day. Tuesday, October 8th will be Day 1 on the Elective Rotation. https://5il.co/8pl3
Come bowl with us! Palmyra Elementary invites you & your family to join us Saturday, October 5th, for some bowling fun at Main Street Lanes! The fun begins at 4pm and ends at 7pm! $3 per person--shoes included. Snack bar will be open! We hope to see you there! #pespawsproud
Reminder: PTO Meeting Thursday @ 6:30 @ PES We hope to see you there.
Construction Progress #wearepalmyra
Reminder: No School MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th due to Teacher In-Service Day. Tuesday, September 17th will be Day 2 on the Elective Rotation. https://5il.co/8pl3
Kindergarten Art
Playground Construction has Begun!
Fourth grade students were given a K-Kids' information sheet on Aug. 26. To join K-Kids, please fill out this registration and return it with $3 dues by Sept. 10. The first meeting is Sept. 12.
PES second graders practice their reading fluency by partner reading and recording their story. #wearepalmyra
First graders working on the color red
Just as a reminder - NO SCHOOL on Monday, September 2! Enjoy your Labor Day holiday & we'll see you on Tuesday! Tuesday, September 3 will be DAY 3 on the elective rotation schedule.
Views from PES.....
Parents as Teachers Playgroup starts tomorrow at 9:00 in the elementary cafeteria. Hope to see you!
Thank you to HOMEBANK for the hot breakfast! Palmyra R-1 appreciates it!
Join us Monday and/or Tuesday for Back to School Nights! https://5il.co/9cvp
Just a reminder that Online Registration MUST be completed by 8:00 a.m. on Monday, August 12 for us to prepare for Meet the Teacher night. If you do not have computer access, stop by PES and we will assist you!
Palmyra is 200 years old and on August 10, there are many special events going on to celebrate, including a Kiddie Parade!
Please see Mrs. Hillman's Back to School letter for important, upcoming dates! https://5il.co/8wj8
The 2019-20 PES School Supply list is now available!
Changes ahead with Box Tops for Education! See the information attached & consider downloading the APP to your phone. Please continue to cut and submit Box Tops to the school any time you purchase a qualifying item!
2019-2020 School Calendar
Wondering how to check your students lunch balance during summer? Login to PP, select the 'year' icon and change to Summer School 2019. See balances & make payments there, or send with your student! #pawsitivesummer
Thank you Desi Payne for your 8th visit to PES Summer School. "Blast Off for Books" was a great show!
Thank you to members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for beautifying PES!
Thank you to members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for beautifying PES
Job Posting with Palmyra R-1 Schools....
https://palmyra.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=137
If you are picking up your child as a car rider, please enter the campus through the south drive, select one of the three lanes, and stay in your vehicle. We will then bring your child to you at dismissal time.
If you are attending summer school tomorrow at PES, we'll be looking for by 8:00 a.m. Students will assemble in the gym after entering through the cafeteria as a car rider, or by the office doors if you are a walker.
PES News: Tomorrow is our awards assemblies for K-3. Kindergarten at 9:45; 1st grade at 11:45; 2nd grade at 10:30 and 3rd grade at 8:30. Dismissal is at 11 on Friday and Summer school starts on Monday! Happy Summer!
Have you sent lunch money lately? There are 3 lunches and 4 breakfasts left to serve @ PES. End the year with a PAWSITIVE balance.
Jackets, Sweatshirts, Lunchboxes, Wallets, OH MY!! Stop by the PES office to search for your students missing belongings prior to the end of the school year on May 31! Come see what you're missing!
Don't Forget - Friday, May 17 is FIELD DAY!! Please see the attached schedule for event times and locations. Hope to see you in the bleachers cheering for your students and enjoying a great day at PES!
Friday Field Day details: Please send students in tennis shoes & w/ sunscreen. Lunch will run from 11:50—12:50. Please ensure your child has their lunch at 11:50. Parents are asked to stay off the football field during field events.
Please ensure your child's meal account ends the year with a positive balance. There are 15 lunches left at PES. Students signed up for summer school must have a positive balance to attend.
Missouri Child Identification Program (MO CHIP) is being held in the PES gym tomorrow from 10am-2pm. You may download forms @ www.mochip.org/resources & bring with you! FREE of charge thanks to MO Freemasons & Sponsors.
Reminder: PTO meeting tonight @ 6:30 at PES. We hope to see you there.
Celebrate Summer scheduled for May 7 is canceled this year due to the extreme wet weather and continued forecast of rain. We look forward to seeing you in the fall for playgroup starting on August 20.
TOMORROW - May 1, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP - call the office with any dismissal questions.
We are sorry to announce the Parents as Teachers Truck Rally is canceled today due to the weather! We are unable to reschedule!
REMINDER: School will NOT be in session on Friday, April 19 in observance of Good Friday. School WILL be in session on Monday, April 22, as a snow make-up day!
Happy Easter weekend to all of you!
REMINDER: Summer School forms are due on Thursday, April 18! Call the PES office if you have any questions!
ATTN: Summer Camp Registrants! Coach Parsons has agreed to add incoming 2nd graders to his Basketball Camp. They will be added to the 3rd-5th grade camp on June 10-13 from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm. Call PES with questions.
The final K-Kids' meeting for this school year is today from 3:15 to 4:00 in the PES Library.
4th Grade Family & Friends! Hope you will join us for OPEN HOUSE tomorrow night beginning at 6 PM!
We look forward to seeing all of our incoming kindergarten friends and their families!
K-Kids that turned in a permission slip to work Kiwanis One Day should meet tomorrow morning at 8:45 on the west side of the football field. Parents, please pick up your child behind the middle school at 11:00.
Don't forget - Palmyra Parent Teacher Organization is holding a Membership Meeting TONIGHT at 6:30 p.m. in the elementary school cafeteria. Hope you will join us - new board will be selected!
Please take two minutes to complete PES's annual survey.
https://forms.gle/HCFeEpNdBGEhgQcW7
With approximately 40 days left of school, please plan to end the year with your child's meal account with a positive balance. Do you know how much is in their account? Check out Parent Portal.
Palmyra Parent Teacher Organization is holding a Membership Meeting on Thursday, April 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the elementary school cafeteria. Hope you will join us - Vote for the new board!
K-Kids' Kiwanis One Day is Saturday, April 6, from 8:45 to 11 a.m. Students received a detailed permission slip yesterday. Signed permission slips are due by Thursday, April 4.
LAST CALL! Field Day T-Shirt order forms are due tomorrow. NO LATE ORDERS CAN BE ACCEPTED! Call the office if you have any questions!
PES is looking for a full time custodian. Go to our website to apply. https://palmyra.tedk12.com/hire/Index.aspx
PES K-Kids' meeting is tomorrow, March 14, from 3:15 to 4:00 in the PES Library.
PARENTS: Field Day T-Shirt order forms have been sent home with your students. They are due back NO LATER than Friday, March 15. Call the office if you have any questions!
PARENTS: Field Day T-Shirt order forms have been sent home with your students. They are due back NO LATER than Friday, March 15. Call the office if you have any questions!
TOMORROW - March 6, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP - call the office with any dismissal questions.
Reminder: PTO invites you to join us and Mr. Kirt Malone for an informational meeting on the April 2 No Tax Increase Bond Issue. Meeting is TONIGHT at 6:00 p.m. at Palmyra Elementary School. Hope to see you there!
Reminder: PTO invites you to join us and Mr. Kirt Malone for an informational meeting on the April 2 No Tax Increase Bond Issue. Meeting is TONIGHT at 6:00 p.m. at Palmyra Elementary School. Hope to see you there!
PES will be celebrating Dr. Seuss' Birthday with a breakfast tomorrow, March 1, from 7 am to 8:15 am. Cost is $2.50 for adults & $1.50 for students. Join us for Green Eggs & Ham (or biscuits and gravy) (or cereal).
PES will be celebrating Dr. Seuss' Birthday with a breakfast tomorrow, March 1, from 7 am to 8:15 am. Cost is $2.50 for adults & $1.50 for students. Join us for Green Eggs & Ham (or biscuits and gravy) (or cereal).
Cookie Dough has arrived!! It's available for pickup at the PES Gym until 6:30 p.m. tonight! Thank you for your support of PES! #pespawsproud
Cookie dough pick up from 2-6:30 tomorrow at the PES gym.
K-Kids received a permission slip last week for the Recycling Center activity on Saturday, March 2. This signed form is due tomorrow so a work schedule can be created. This schedule will be sent home with students on Friday.
Wondering what to do on a rainy Saturday? Clip those BOX TOPS! Spring submission is this week so please send them in no later than Tuesday, February 26 to assure time for counting. Thank you for your support of PES!
Wondering what to do on a rainy Saturday? Clip those BOX TOPS! Spring submission is this week so please send them in no later than Tuesday, February 26 to assure time for counting. Thank you for your support of PES!
Today is the final day of the PES Book Fair. It will be open until 4:30 today. The online book fair remains open through Monday, Feb. 25. Thanks for your support!
How is your child's meal account balance at PES? Please ensure there is money in their account. #pawsitivebalance.
Muffins for Mom has been rescheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, from 7:00-8:00 a.m. at PES. We hope to see you there!
If we are in school tomorrow, we will also have our Muffins for Mom event. It starts @ 7:00 a.m. We hope to see you at PES!
PES K-Kids are sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, Feb. 25, from 2 to 6 pm in the PES Gym. Eligible donors are needed. Appointments between 2:45 and 6 are still available. If you wish to donate, call Mrs. Bradley at the school or register online.
PES Book Fair is open from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm on February 19 through February 22.
Come join the fun in building with over 3000 blocks in the elementary gym at the Parents as Teachers Block Fest!
PES Book Fair is open until 7:30 this evening.
PES Families - There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, February 15 due to a Staff Professional Development Day and NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 18 for President's Day. Have a great weekend!
Today, February 14 is an early dismissal at 1PM. Valentine's Day parties begin at noon; doors open at 11:55 a.m. There will be NO ASP today so please call the office if you need to change your child's going home plan.
Today, February 14 is an early dismissal at 1PM. Valentine's Day parties begin at noon; doors open at 11:55 a.m. There will be NO ASP today so please call the office if you need to change your child's going home plan.
The 4th Grade field trip to JA BizTown scheduled for tomorrow, February 12, has been postponed. Rescheduling information will be coming home with your student in the days ahead. Thank you!
PES Book Fair is Feb. 11-22 from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm on days school is in session. On Feb. 14, book fair is open 7:30 am to 7:30 pm. Your support of book fair is appreciated.
This morning the Knights of Columbus men are having their breakfast fundraiser to support the PES Paws Pack program at St. Joseph Catholic Church from 7:30 - 10 am. Free will donations accepted. Hope to see you there!!
Saturday, February 9, the Knights of Columbus men are having a breakfast fundraiser to support the PES Paws Pack program at St. Joseph Catholic Church from 7:30 - 10 am. Free will donations accepted. Hope to see you!!
Space is still available for the Parents as Teachers Family & Friends CPR class on Thursday, February 7, 6 to 9 pm, elementary school cafeteria. Call to register, 573-769-2191
TOMORROW - February 6, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP - call the office with any dismissal questions.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. Call the office with any dismissal changes/questions.
The next K-Kids' meeting is TUESDAY, February 5, from 3:15 to 4 in the PES Library.
K-Kids received a Red Cross Blood Drive form this week. If you would like to donate, please fill out and return the form or register online.
REMINDER - Yearbook order forms are due TOMORROW, Friday, February 1. Cost is $15.00.
Panther Pride Babysitting Clinic is still on for tomorrow, January 26th, 9:00 to 2:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing all the kids that are registered. We have a great day planned for you!
SNOWED IN AGAIN?? It's a great day to be a Panther and a great day to contact all your family & friends asking for their support of your students Cherrydale fundraiser! Don't forget - these are due back on Tuesday!
Palmyra Elementary School is currently seeking a full-time Special Education Teacher for the 2019-2020 school year. Interested applicants can go to the district's website @ www.palmyra.k12.mo.us and select Schools, District Office, Menu, Employment, and finally Job Postings.
Attention PES Families: FIELD DAY has been rescheduled to May 17, 2019.
TODAY'S THE DAY! From 1 pm to 5 pm - PES Invades the Quincy Kroc Center! Admission is $3.00 per person. Join us for a great day of fun activities! Hope to see you there!
Your student brought home a 2018-19 Yearbook order form today! Orders will be taken until February 1, 2019. Cost for a yearbook is $15.00 each. Call the PES office with any questions!
REMINDER - Sunday, January 20th from 1 pm to 5 pm - PES Invades the Quincy Kroc Center! Admission $3.00 a person. Join us for indoor, fun activities! Hope to see you there! (We will update if weather changes our plans.)
Due to the early release today, there will be NO ASP! Also, there is no afternoon Pre-K class. Call if this has changed your "going home" plan for your student
Also consider that ASP may not be an option. Avoid calling the office by sending a note or using Remind/Bloomz.
W/ weather coming ensure your child’s teacher knows how to sent your child home should it be different than usual b/c of early dismissal.
If you are in 4th to 7th grade, do not miss out on this great opportunity!
The January K-Kids' meeting is tomorrow, January 10, from 3:15 to 4 p.m. in the PES Library.
Our annual Cherrydale fundraiser kicks off January 8! Your student will bring home the information on TUESDAY! Out of town family and friends may order through the website, www.cherrydale.com/frplmpm
Registration forms have gone home with 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th graders. What a great opportunity!
Christmas Caroling 2018
Christmas songs at PES
Christmas at PES
Tomorrow, Friday, December 21, PES will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. for Christmas break. There will be NO After School Program. Change in normal going home plan? Please call the office. Merry Christmas!!
Last week, YMCA Youth Basketball forms (BLUE) were sent home. Yesterday, they brought in CORRECTED forms (YELLOW). Please recycle the blue form & submit the yellow one to the Y if you choose to participate. Thank you!
GRINCH WEEK is December 17 - 21 at PES! See the listing of daily happenings and the reason for the season on the flyer attached.
Mystery reader in Mrs. Keim's class
Second grade came to perform a play for Mrs. Keim's first grade class today!
Special Guest Reader in Mrs. Keim's class: Nurse Gigi
K-Kids will be Christmas caroling at Maple Lawn Nursing Home today from 3:15 to 4:15.
TOMORROW - December 5, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP - call the office with any dismissal questions.
Help 2nd grade reach our goal of 400 new pairs of socks!
K-Kids were given a permission slip today with information on Christmas caroling at Maple Lawn Nursing Home on Thursday, Dec. 6. Please sign and return this form by Monday, Dec. 3.
3rd Grade Open House has been cancelled for tonight, and rescheduled for Monday, 12/3 @ 6:00. We hope to see you then.
JUST A REMINDER - Wear your CHOOSE KIND shirts tomorrow! There is NO SCHOOL Wednesday, November 20 - Friday, November 22. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!!
Panther Pride Pom clinic forms will be accepted until Monday, November 19. Don't miss out on a great time!
A fun evening is planned for all of our preschool friends and their families! Hope to see you.
Last call for CHOOSE KIND t-shirt orders! Orders are due tomorrow, November 9th. No late shirt orders can be accepted! Lost the form? No problem! Use the link below to place your order online and mail/send your payment to PES.
https://goo.gl/forms/0LlF1Rg05bbumzxm1
Mrs. Myers' first grade class working on unplugged coding during Technology class today. #pespawsproud
K-Kids' meeting is tomorrow, November 8, from 3:15 to 4:00 p.m. K-Kids' next activity is Christmas caroling on December 6 at Maple Lawn Nursing Home. A permission slip with details will be sent home after Thanksgiving.
2nd Grade Open House is tomorrow, Thursday, November 8th. It will begin at 6:00 and should wrap up around 7:00. See you there!
TOMORROW - November 7, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP - call the office with any dismissal questions.
Preschoolers and their families are invited to an evening of science fun! We hope to see you.
You can now order the CHOOSE KIND t-shirts using the online Google Form below! Please be KIND and mail payments to Palmyra Elementary school by Friday, November 9th.
https://goo.gl/forms/HtCSIrWG53kgbEAx2
RED RIBBON WEEK CONCLUDES TOMORROW, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2! "Hair's to a Drug-Free Life" - CRAZY HAIR DAY!! (spray color is allowed).
RED RIBBON WEEK CONTINUES TOMORROW, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1! "Put A Cap on Drugs" - WEAR A HAT OF YOUR CHOICE.
RED RIBBON WEEK CONTINUES TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 31! "Team Up Against Drugs" - WEAR YOUR FAVORITE TEAM APPAREL/JERSEY
PES wants to THANK YOU for supporting the Box Tops for Education program. Today, we are submitting 13,706 boxtops which means a donation to our school of $1,370.60. We appreciate your continued support of our school!
RED RIBBON WEEK CONTINUES TOMORROW, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30! "Don't Let Drugs Mix You Up" - WEAR MISMATCHED CLOTHES TO SCHOOL.
First graders counting pumpkin seeds
RED RIBBON WEEK BEGINS TOMORROW, MONDAY, OCTOBER 29! "Follow your Dreams, Don't Do Drugs" - WEAR YOUR PAJAMAS to school!
1st Grade Open House is Thursday, November 1! Your student will be bringing home information tonight so check their backpack. Any questions, call us at PES!
PES Book Fair ends tomorrow at 4:30 pm. Book fair opens at 7:15 am for those attending Pancakes for Pops, who also want to shop. Thanks to all who supported our book fair.
PES Book Fair continues this week--Monday through Friday. Hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Your support of the book fair is truly appreciated.
Thank you for collecting BOX TOPS for Education for our school! Our Fall collection deadline is October 26 so that we can get them counted and shipped. As always, thank you for supporting Palmyra Elementary!
Look for this table and more at p/t conferences today and tomorrow @ PES #pesproud
See you at p/t conferences!
Parent/Teacher Conferences are tomorrow & Thursday (October 17 & 18). There will be NO ASP on these two days. School will be dismissed at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday. There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, October 19.
Details can be found on page 7. Remember we have an early out on Thursday and no school Friday. #pesproud
Visit Parent Portal to check your child's grades. Also notice elective classes have moved to a 3-point grading scale. Check out the student handbook for details. http://5il.co/5ai3
Congratulations to Ms. Snodgrass' first grade class! They came the closest to guessing the weight of "Pumpkin Jack!" He was a very large pumpkin, weighing in at 121lbs! Their class guessed 120lbs! Now it's time to carve him and see how many seeds are inside!
PES Book Fair opens tomorrow. Hours are 7:30 am to 4:30 pm on Monday and Tuesday and 7:30 am to 7:30 pm on Wednesday and Thursday. Your support of our book fair is always appreciated.
Not a typical PHS Homecoming, but still a great day to be a Palmyra Panther! I thought a few of you might want to see a picture of the school bell taken from Sudduth Rural School. All country schools are listed on a plaque with the bell found at the entrance of the Elementary.
The Homecoming Parade for today has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. Palmyra Elementary School will be dismissed as normal at regular time. Thank you.
REMINDER - Parent/Teacher Conferences are next Wednesday and Thursday (October 17 and 18). There will be NO ASP on these two days. Also, Thursday is an early release day & there is NO School on Friday.
The October meeting for K-Kids will be tomorrow, October 11, from 3:15 to 4:00 in the gym.
TOMORROW is School Picture retake day for those who were absent, anyone who needs to have pictures retaken and groups. Picture money or pictures being returned need to be brought with your student on October 10.
Wednesday, October 10 is School Picture retake day for those who were absent or anyone who needs to have pictures retaken. Picture money or pictures being returned need to be brought with your student on October 10.
First graders enjoying their extra recess
More Pride Celebration with first graders
First grade PRIDE celebration
Mrs. Keim’s class at the public library.
PHS Homecoming 2018 information coming home tonight.
http://5il.co/540d
TOMORROW-October 3, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP - call the office with any dismissal questions.
First grade students went to visit the Fire Station on Friday.
First grade students will be walking to the Fire Station tomorrow.
Parent's Night for 2nd, 3rd (except for Mrs. Arch which is today from 6-7 pm) & 4th Grade is TOMORROW night, September 13, 2018, from 6 - 7 pm at PES. Child care is available. Mrs. Clayton's begins early at 5:45 p.m.
Remember to check parent portal for your child's most current meal account information. Please maintain a positive balance in their account. Use parent portal to also make a payment.
Thank you to the MO Conservation Department and Palmyra Parks & Recreation for a wonderful day at the Storybook Trail with Parents as Teachers!
Parent's Night for Kindergarten and 1st Grade is TOMORROW night, September 11, 2018, from 6 pm - 7 pm at PES. Child care is available. Hope to see you here!
Proud of our PES Staff! #keepingkidssafe #pesproud
Mrs. Keim’s first grade class at public library.
The Parent as Teachers Storybook Trail activities are canceled this morning - just too much rain. We hope to see you on Monday, September 10 at 9 and 1 for fun in the park!
First Grade students wearing blue for color week.
TOMORROW-September 5, PES will be dismissing at 1:00 p.m. If you registered your student for 1st @ 1st, they will ride the church bus & you will pick them up there. No ASP -call the office with any dismissal questions.
Color Unit Schedule 9/5-9/7:
Wed: Blue
Thursday: Yellow
Friday: Gray/Black
First grade all in red 9/4/18
REMINDER: PES T-Shirt Order forms and payments are due on Friday, August 31st! Forms are still available in the PES Office if you need one.
First graders made cards for National Senior Citizen Day and sent them to the Palmyra Nutrition Center.
Picture Day is THURSDAY! Be sure to send the completed picture form with your student on or before Thursday. If you would like to pre-purchase online, visit www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com. Our school password: PALMYRAES
First day of school for first grade 8/15/18
TONIGHT'S THE NIGHT - Meet Your Teacher! Join us from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Bring in your supplies & visit with your new teacher! Parents, you can make lunch account payments, iPad Insurance and ASP payments, too!
Don't forget - Monday, August 13 is Meet the Teacher Night! Join us from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Bring in your school supplies and visit with your new classroom teacher! We look forward to seeing you!
Thank you to all who took time from their busy schedule to help with parking at the fair. The fundraiser was a success b/c of YOUR help.
Palmyra Elementary now accepts online payments for food service! Visit palmyra.k12.mo.us, log-in to your parent portal, and choose ONLINE PAYMENT any time to make a payment with a credit/debit card.
TAX FREE WEEKEND - Get your school supplies! Bring them in on Meet the Teacher night, Monday, August 13 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
REMINDER - Registration is available ONLINE NOW! If you have already registered, THANK YOU! Questions? Call us at 573-769-3736!
Interested in donating school supplies? Here is how!
PES Online Registration-NOW AVAILABLE! Currently, reg cannot be done on the App & must be completed through the link on the school website.
Online registration will be available later this month! Watch for information from your school soon!
PES will be holding a bike rodeo during the AM session of summer school on Friday. Students are asked to bring their bike & drop off during morning arrival. Also, a helmet (if your student has one), water bottle & hat/sunscreen would be good to send as well with your student.
During SS, the kids are using the iPads for certain activities. Send headphones/earbuds with your student & label them with their name!
Week 2 of summer school begins tomorrow @8am! See PES Facebook for lunch menu. Friday, 3&4 grade will go to PalBowl & 1&2 fishing in pm!
PES summer school begins Tuesday, 5/29 @8am for Kind-4th grades! Lunch @11:30. PM session for grades 1-4 begins @noon w/dismissal @ 3:30.
Mrs. Myer's First grade class enjoying their camp-out
Mrs. Myer's First grade class enjoying a camp-out!
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, dismissal @ 11am. ASP not in session. Call if dismissal plans have changed. Summer school begins next Tues, 05/29!
We will still accept PES PAWS shirt orders Monday! Last day of school, 5/21, dismissal @ 11am-no lunch! Summer school begins Tues, 5/29.
Awards day this Friday @ PES. Kindergarten@9:45, 1st grade@2:00, 2nd@12:15, 3rd@8:30, 4th@10:30. Sign in @ office & proceed to gym!
4th Grade Awards Assembly is Friday, May 18th from 10:30-11:55 in the Elementary Gym. Parents/Grandparents are welcome to attend! NOTE: This is a time change from the original schedule.
Please make sure your child's meal account ends with a positive balance at the end of the school year. Check Parent Portal for details.
Job Opportunity @ PES
PES yearbooks have arrived & will be coming home with students; check backpack if you purchased one. We have a few extra to sell for $15!
The Graduating Class of 2018 will take their walk down memory lane here at PES on May 17th at 9am! #pespawsproud
PES Field Day schedule & info. If you purchased a shirt, check your students backpack & wear to school Fri, with sunscreen, shades & hat!
First Baptist Church showed their appreciation for the teachers at PES by providing & serving a yummy breakfastt! Thank you! #pespawsproud
Reminder: First grade will be walking to the park tomorrow. They need to wear tennis shoes, bring sunscreen, and pack lunch and 2 drinks.
PES end of year information coming home with your students!
PES Field day information!
Our lost and found rack is overflowing. Check with your student to see if they are missing outerwear and check our lost and found rack.
4TH GRADE Safety Day tomorrow! Sack lunch, sturdy shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen and a hat would be a great idea to send with your student! Again, sorry for the confusion!
Sorry for the Confusion!!!! SAFETY DAY IS FOR 4th GRADE ONLY!!!
We look forward to seeing all our preschool friends at our last playgroup of the year. Come join in the fun with sand, water, bubbles and bikes!
Please look at the attached picture. These went home Monday. These are due Friday, May 5.
Job Posting--PES Administrative Assistant
Today CTA members and staff celebrated those that will be leaving the Palmyra R-1 School District: Teresa Hettinger, Janet Barnes, Jayme Geisendorfer, Rita McNew, Randi Clayton, and Teri Traynor.
More Pre-K and first grade pictures playing together
Mrs. Keim's class playing with Pre-K
Mrs. Keim’s class Paying It Forward today by giving all classrooms a new book!
1st Wed of month early dismissal, 1pm on 5/2! ASP not in session. As always, send a note if dismissal plans are going to change!
We look forward to seeing you at the Parents as Teachers Truck Rally!
MAP testing this week @ PES for 3rd & 4th grade! Help your student do their best by getting good night's rest & fuel their brain in AM.
PES invites our new Kindergarten students to attend summer school. Forms are due this Friday & are available on the PES website & Facebook!
PES Field Day is Friday, May 11th! PTO Field Day lunch order forms are due by May 4th!
Mrs. Keim’s class observing their trees.
4th grade open house this Mon, 4/23-6pm in PES gym! Also, Middle School summer school forms were sent home with your 4th grader today!
Palmyra R1 has 2 tix for 4/21 Cardinal & PHS game. Section 337 Row 8 Seat 20&Section 334 Row 6 Seat 6. $25.00 each! Call Karrie @ 769-2066
It is not too late to order your PES yearbook! Send $15 in an envelope with your student & we will make sure they receive their copy!
Attention all families with incoming kindergarten children. We hope you are able to attend Kindergarten, Here We Come on April 19th.
Mrs. Myer's First Grade class enjoying reading outside today and "Dress Like a Book Character" Day!
K-Kids received permission slips with information on Kiwanis One Day at today's meeting. Please return the form by April 19.
KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE!
5:45 Hallway viewing
6:00 Everyone should be in the gym and seated; students sitting with their teachers.
6:00 Class Plays
6:30 Music
7:00-7:15 Hallway viewing
Summer school forms for future 5th graders will be out soon. PES will send them home with 4th graders when they have been published by MS.
Summer School forms & pmt due tomorrow! Form on PES website under NEWS. Incoming Kindergarten students will get form @ K HERE WE COME 4/19.
Final K-Kids' meeting on Thursday, April 12, from 3:15 to 4 in the school library. Final service project is Kiwanis One Day on April 21.
1st Grade open House Music: Keim more
1st grade open house Music-Keim
First Grade Open House: Keim
First Grade Open House: Keim's class
First grade open house 4/10/18: Mrs. Keim's class
PES Summer School forms & payment are due Friday, April 13th! Yearbook orders still being accepted, send an envelope with $15 to order!
Kindergarten Open House will be held, Thurs, 4/12 from 5:45-7:15 pm. Schedule will be coming home with your student & also posted online.
Spirit Week April 9-13th
First grade open house schedule for 4/10/18
1st Wed of month early dismissal, 1pm tomorrow! ASP not in session. Send note if dismissal plans change. Also, Yearbook orders due-$15!
PES yearbook orders will be accepted after spring break! Can’t find the order form? Send $15 in an envelope with child name & teacher name
More jelly bean graphs
First grade jelly bean graphs
Spring break begins Thurs, 3/29 & ends Tues 4/3! School resumes Wed, 4/4 & that day is our 1st Wed of month early dismissal @ 1pm.
4th Grade Permission Slips for Ag Safety Day coming home tonight! Check your child's backpack. The date of the trip is May 9th. T-shirts are free! Please have forms back by Wednesday, March 28th!
Spring break begins Thurs, 3/29 thru Tues, 4/3! School resumes Wed, 4/4 & that day will be our 1st Wed of month early dismissal @ 1pm.
Have Kindergartner to be or know someone who does & is new to our school district? Call for info & plan to attend K Here We Come-Apr 19th!
CSC guest reader visited today! The kids really enjoyed the visit!
First graders planted grass today
Culver Stockton special football reader in first grade
Preschoolers and their families are invited for an evening of fun building with over 3000 blocks!
Second Grade Open House
March 22, 2018
See picture for schedule :)
3rd Grade Open House #pesproud
First graders playing percussion instruments at the library.
Mrs. Keim’s class at the public library.
Field Day reminder forms are coming home today! Check your child's backpack tonight & send your orders back to school tomorrow or Friday!
PES 3rd qtr grades viewable on Parent Portal! End of school is near-check website/Palmyra R1, MO app under EVENTS to see end of year dates!
Open house is coming up, but what day is it? When is Field day? How do I stay up to date with the latest @PES? Download Palmyra R1, MO app!
2018-2019 calendar for Palmyra R1 Schools.
PES Field day will be held, Friday, May 11th! Tshirt & short order forms are due Friday, March 16th!
PES K-Kids' meeting on Thursday, March 8, from 3:15 to 4 in the school library. Our next service project is Kiwanis One Day on April 21.
First grade spelling words for this week: penny, bumpy, dishes, now, before, funny, puppy, twisted, want, heard.
1st Wed of the month early dismissal, this Wed, 03/07! ASP NOT in session. Send note if dismissal plans are different than normal.
Preschoolers and their families are invited to attend the PAT Block Fest! It will be a fun evening of building.
Elebrating Dr. Seuss Day
First grade celebrating good behavior for February
First Grade: Dr. Seuss's week is ending tomorrow with If I Can Run the Zoo. Students can wear animal print clothing.
PES cookie dough pickup today after school, 3-7 PM in PES gym. All orders must be picked up today due to items being frozen!
First grade reminder tomorrow is “The Cat in the Hat” day so students may wear a hat to school.
Green Eggs & Ham Day with First Grade students!
First grade: Wednesday is Wacky Wednesday for Dr. Seuss week. Students can wear mismatched clothes, clothes backwards or inside out.
PES cookie dough fundraiser pickup, WEDNESDAY, Feb 28th, 3-7 pm. Plan to pickup your frozen items promptly in PES gym!
First grade reminder: Dr. Seuss week is this week. Tuesday is wear green for Green Eggs and Ham day.
First grade reminder: Dr. Seuss week starts tomorrow. Monday is wear wacky socks!
Tomorrow is the final day to shop at the PES Book Fair. It will be open from 7:30 to 4:30. Thanks for supporting our book fairs!
Palmyra R-1 closed, Thurs, Feb 22nd, due to icy road conditions. School make up day #2, school in session, Mon, May 21st.
Ask your students about their fun day w/the MO Dept of Conservation! Come back tonight for Evening with Wildlife 6-8:30pm PES gym.
PES Book Fair is open 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. all this week. Tomorrow it opens at 7:15 a.m. for those at Muffins for Mom who want to shop.
PES is proud to host the MO Dept of Conservation, Wed, Feb 21st for their Evening with Wildlife program from 6:00-8:30 PM!
First grade spelling words for week of 2/19/18
Intruder training at PR1 today. #keeppr1safe
Muffins for Mom - Wednesday, February 21st!
The 4th grade basketball tournament is next Friday, February 23rd! Attached, please find the schedule for the day.
Valentine boxes
First grade valentine boxes
Valentine boxes 2-14-18
First grade valentine boxes
Mrs. Myer's First Grade Class - Valentines Day
PES Book Fair is open today after the Valentine's parties until 4:30 p.m. and tomorrow during parent/teacher conferences until 7:30 p.m.
PES Vday parties @2pm Wed, doors open @1:50(NO PARKING IN BUS/CAR RIDER LANES)-Early dismissal Thurs 2/15 @1pm for PTC, no school Fri&Mon.
Early dismissal Thurs 02/15 @ 1pm for Parent Teacher Conf. ASP NOT in session Thurs. No school Friday 02/16 or Monday 02/19-Pres Day.
PES Book Fair starts tomorrow and runs through February 23. It is open tomorrow from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
PES students have the opportunity to learn about conservation that day & we invite the public in for the evening event, Wed 02/21!
PES K-Kids' meeting on Thursday, February 8, from 3:15 to 4 in the school library.
First graders making snowflakes
Mrs. Keim's first grade class learning about and making snowflakes.
1st Wed of the month early dismissal @ 1pm 2/7! ASP not in session. Send note if your child's dismissal plans are different than normal.
First grade students enjoying their PBS celebration for January.
First grade PBS celebration Feb. 2nd
PES Health Reminder:Children must be fever free w/out fever reducing meds 24 hours before they can return to school. #100degrees=fever
#pesproud
Remember breakfast is served at Farischon Hall this am #freewilldonation #pawspacks
Join KofC Sat morning 2/3 for breakfast to benefit PES PAWS pack program! Serving 7-10am, cost free will donation. 400 S Lane St, Palmyra.
We look forward to seeing all of our preschool friends!
PES cookie dough order forms & money due tomorrow! Thank you for your hard work supporting our school! Cookie dough will be delivered 2/28!
Final weekend for the PES fundraiser! Go online www.cherrydale.com/frplmpm or order from cookie brochure. Orders due Tues, 01/30!
Blood donor forms for the K-Kids Feb. 5 blood drive will still be accepted on Monday if you wish to donate. Remaining time slots are between 4:45 and 6 p.m.
Pre-K showing Kindness to First Grade: Mrs. Keim's class
PES fundraiser ends this Tuesday, 1/30! Order online www.cherrydale.com/frplmpm & have orders shipped to school FREE for delivery by your favorite PES student!
First grade wearing their reindeer shirts they made.
Mrs. Keim's class celebrating Martin Luther King Day.
Mrs. Keim's class enjoying a game day for PAWS reaching the top of the ladder.
Mrs. Keim's class at the public library.
The K-Kids' meeting cancelled on January 11 will not be rescheduled. The next K-Kids' meeting is February 8.
PES is excited to have an author visiting us on Monday, January 22nd!! Check out his books and animated videos at www.coachsloth.com. #pespawsproud
The PES annual cookie dough fundraiser continues! Go to www.cherrydale.com/frplmpm & browse the online shop-Orders & money due, Jan 30th!
Thanks Ron Raney and crew! You guys are another reason why PR1 is a great place to work and a great place for our kids. #pesgratitude
NO school-MLK Day Monday-1/15. KROC Center Family Day, Sunday-1/14, 1-5pm. Required waiver forms &info avail @PES Facebook page, $3/person
Early dismissal has NOT been decided yet,PES will NOT have ASP or K-Kids after school today.ASP families call PES with going home plans!
K-Kids will meet tomorrow from 3:15 to 4:00 in the PES library. February 5 blood drive info will be distributed.
Last year's cookie dough fundraising helped to purchase these blocks from Imagination Playground. We love them!
PES Fundraiser Starts Today! Envelopes are on the way home. Also shop at: www.cherrydale.com/frplmpm
Palmyra R-1 Schools will be closed Monday, January 8th, 2018. All evening activites are cancelled. Mark your calendar, Friday, May 18th will be the make-up day!
How's your child's meal balance at PES? Check Parent Portal for details. Please keep your account with a positive balance.
Have a child who is considering donating their hair for Pantene Beautiful Lengths (minimum 8 inches)? Cuts will take place at PES on Jan. 24th at 8am. Permission slips will be sent home this week!
School resumes Jan 3rd & will also be 1st Wed of the month early dismissal @1pm. ASP NOT in session. Send note if dismissal plans change!
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from the PES Staff!
Merry Christmas & a Healthy New Year from Nurse Jennifer & Nurse Gigi! PES families, remember to sign up for your free Kinsa thermometer!
ASP not in session Wed, 12/20 due to early dismissal. All ASP balances should be paid in full this week for end of year tax processing!
Dismissal @1pm Wednesday for Christmas break! Class parties @noon Wed, doors open @11:45. School resumes on 01/03 w/early out Wed @ 1pm.
K-Kids will Christmas carol tomorrow at the nursing home from 3:15 - 4:15 and then return to the school.
We have a PAWS hoodie & t-shirt for sale in the office. Hoodie is Youth L ($25) & t-shirt is Youth S ($10). Call office @769-3736 to buy!
1st Wed of the month early dismissal @ 1pm 12/6! ASP not in session. Send note if your child's dismissal plans are different than normal.
PTO Mixed Bag fundraiser items have arrived! Items will be available for pickup today @ PES office from 3:30-7:00pm!
Campbell's Labels for education program is coming to an end. Send your labels to us before Christmas break & we will mail them in!
The Pom clinic form deadline has been extended to Friday! Please get your forms turned into the building offices.
Reminder! Pom Clinic forms K-8th grades are due tomorrow to the school office!
2nd qtr midterm is here @PES! Log into Parent Portal, click GRADES & check box SHOW PROGRESS GRADES in bottom corner to view.
School not in session Wed, Thurs & Fri next week in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday! School will be in session full days Mon & Tues
PES K-Kids will Christmas carol on Thurs., Dec. 14, from 3:15 to 4:15 at the nursing home. Permission slips with transportation info will be sent home on Nov. 27.
Second Grade field trip is tomorrow! Please send students with lunch, coat, and tennis shoes. Parents that have already signed up to go will have to drive separately. Buses leave at 9:30.
SANTA LETTERS DUE 11/14! Go to: http://www.palmyra.k12.mo.us/o/palmyra-elementary & click link under NEWS to submit online.
Parents as Teachers Western Roundup is Monday night for preschoolers and their families. Hope to see you!
PES K-Kids' meeting Thursday, November 9, from 3:15 to 4 in school library.
Your vote could help Palmyra School District win a $5,000 grant from @cfindustries. Learn more & vote at www.cfindustries.com/minigrant
First Grade made spiders for their PBS October celebration of showing self-control.
PR1-PTO: Last call for Mixed Bag Fundraiser order forms! Due by noon on Friday.
4th grade trip tomorrow! Be @PES by 6:45am & return @3:30. No jeans/tshirts, bring sack lunch(no drinks) & no $$ or cell phones/cameras.
Tomorrow-1st Wednesday of the month early dismissal @1pm. ASP not in session, send a note if dismissal plans are different than normal.
RSVP forms due for Grandparent Days @ PES! See PES website & choose Events for dates & times. Click on News to obtain RSVP form.
Mrs. Keim's first grade class all dressed up for Halloween party.
Mrs. Myers class all dressed up for Halloween party.
First grade teachers as Skittles for Halloween contest.
FINAL CALL: PTO Mixed Bag fundraiser orders due to your school by Nov 2nd! Final weekend to order online & sell to your friends & family!
Thank you for attending the Halloween parties today! If you are missing a set of keys, call office to ID! Have a great weekend!
Photograph permission slips for JA came home. Please sign and return if you haven't already done so.
PES Book Fair ends tomorrow. Hours are 7:45 to 4:30. Shop before or after Halloween parties! Online book fair ends Monday.
PES Halloween parties this Friday! Guests may enter the building AFTER 1:30 & parade will be in gym @ 1:50 with parties to follow.
PES Red Ribbon week-bring items for food pantry & join the fun! Tues: wear PJ's, Wed: crazy hair, Thurs: hat day & Fri: wear school colors!
PES Book Fair is open this week Tuesday through Friday. Hours are 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
Mrs. Myers First Grade Class hiking to Palmyra Park 10/19/17
First Grade Trip to Harvestville Farms-Mrs. Myers class
First Grade Hike to Palmyra Park 10/19/17
First Grade trip to Harvestville Farms
Cool morning, jacket required. Warm afternoon, no longer desired.Your child's coat left on the ground, may be hanging in our lost&found!
No ASP today or tomorrow due to PTC. Early dismissal Thurs @1pm, full day today. No school Friday&Monday.
WED&THUR-Parent/Teacher Conferences@PES. WED 3pm dismissal & THUR 1pm early dismissal. ASP NOT in session Wed&Thu! No school FRI & MON!
PES Book Fair starts tomorrow. Open from 7:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday & Tuesday and 7:45 a.m.-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday & Thursday.
Parents as Teachers will be at Taste of Palmyra tomorrow evening in front of Breadeaux Pizza with corn pools and pumpkin pounding starting at 5:00 p.m. Hope to see you there!
Next Wed & Thurs, PES will hold Parent Teacher Conferences. Check your child's backpack for meeting time. ASP NOT in session Wed or Thu!
PTO BOO GRAMS due Monday! PTO Mixed Bag fundraiser begins today@PES! Top selling class wins a pizza party & movie. Help support our school!
K-Kids' meeting tomorrow from 3:15 to 4 in the PES gym.
Wondering what your child's meal account balance is at PES? Check out Parent Portal to find out. Please monitor the account to ensure a positive balance.
1st grade field trip forms are due! Wed, Oct 18 to Harvestville Farm & Th, Oct 19 to Flower City Park. Send payment for H.Farm with slip.
Pic retakes tomorrow! If your student needs a retake, send the 1st photo envelope with them to exchange. Club photos will also be taken.
Pic retakes: Wed, 10/11 @ PES. If your student needs a retake, send the 1st photo envelope with them on retake day to exchange. Club photos will also be that day.
1st Wed of the month early dismissal @ 1pm 10/4! ASP not in session. Send note if your child's dismissal plans are different than normal.
Permission slips for the 4th grade field trip to Big Springs Park will either be coming home today or tomorrow. Ask your child about these!
Parents as Teachers Paw Patrol Fun
Parents as Teachers Paw Patrol Fun
School pictures are coming home w/your PES student tonight! Questions? Call Wagner @800-444-7986 or email:info@wagnerportraitgroup.com
As you plan for your week, do you need to send lunch money with your PES kiddo? Check SIS Parent Portal to find out.
A few pictures from the PAT Paw Patrol Fun night!
PTO meeting Thurs-Sept 21 @6:30 Elementary School cafeteria. Come to PTO after PES Square Dance Party @ 6pm. Come see what PTO is about
PES is holding a SQUARE DANCE PARTY Thurs, Sept 21st @6pm-PES gym. If you plan to attend, send an RSVP with your student Wednesday!
Parents as Teachers Paw Patrol Fun tonight at 6:30 pm. in the Elementary Gym - We hope you will join in the fun!
No school, Monday, September 18th - Teacher In-Service. School resumes, Tuesday. Remember to send your RSVP forms tomorrow for Family Fun Night.
K-Kids are working the Recycling Center tomorrow from 10 to 2. Members received a reminder today listing their assigned time.
Come join in the fun!
2ND 3RD 4TH grade parent night tonight @6pm in classrooms. Childcare available in gym. NO SCHOOL MONDAY 9/18-TEACHER IN SERVICE DAY
Fourth Grade: K-Kids' meeting tomorrow 3:15 to 4 in PES library. Tomorrow is the last day to bring permission slip and $3 to join.
KINDERGARTEN FIELD TRIP TOMORROW! Send a lunch AND drink as well as sunscreen. Wear tennis shoes! We plan for a fun, hot day and will return before dismissal.
Here is first grade wearing their green.
PARENT NIGHT:Thurs night, 9/14 @6pm; 2nd,3rd & 4th grade (excluding Arch & Parsons). Parsons-Tues & Arch-Wed. K & 1st grade tonight @ 6pm.
Meet in your child's classroom @ 6pm for Parent Night! Childcare available in gym Tues & Thurs during the meetings. We hope to see you!
Tomorrow night, 09/12 @ 6pm, Kindergarten & 1st grade, & Mr. Parsons 4th grade parent night!
Color of the day week 2 for first grade students at PES: Monday wear purple. Tuesday wear brown. Wednesday wear green. Thursday wear white. Friday wear Orange.
PES Homecoming Float is comig together! #pespawsproud
Homecoming & Booster Club t-shirts have arrived & are going home with students who ordered! Parade Fri@ 2pm! Normal dismissal-3pm @PES!
Parent Night will be held next week @PES @6pm! K, 1st & Mr Parsons 4th on 09/12; Mrs Arch 2nd on 09/13; 2nd, 3rd & 4th 09/14!
Fourth Grade Students: If you are planning to join K-Kids, your permission slips and $3 are due by Thursday, Sept. 14. The permission slip to work at the Recycling Center is also due by Sept. 14.
1st Wed of month early dismissal tomorrow @1pm, send note if going home plans will change. Parade permission slips due to office Wed!
Preschoolers and their families are invited to the Parents as Teachers Paw Patrol Fun on Tuesday, September 19th, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., elementary gym.
No school Mon-Labor Day, Early Dismissal Wed @ 1pm, Homecoming parade 2pm Friday. Parade permission slips available in PES office if student will be in parade.
First grade viewing of the eclipse on Monday, August 21, 2017.
First grade viewing the eclipse on 8/21/17.
PES PICTURE DAY IS TOMORROW! Order online @ WagnerPortraitGroup.com password: PALMYRAES or use direct link http://bit.ly/2hBCmMu
School pictures @ PES this Thurs, Aug 24th. Go online to www.WagnerPortraitGroup.com password: PALMYRAES to place your order or click on direct link http://bit.ly/2hBCmMu
The future's so bright, we gotta wear shades! #pespawsproud
PES students and teachers are enjoying the Eclipse experience and learning along the way! #pespawsproud
We had an awesome first day in Kindergarten! #classof2030 #pespawsproud
1st day of kindergarten was a success! #classof2030 #pespawsproud
Kindergarten rocks! #classof2030 #pespawsproud
Our future Class of 2030! They had a wonderful first day of Kindergarten! #pespawsproud
PTO will hold their monthly meeting this Thursday @ 6:30 in PES cafeteria. Interested in PTO; come see what it's all about! Palmyra.r1pto@gmail.com
SCHOOL BEGINS-tomorrow, Aug 16th! Car riders use south entrance to enter! Buses only in circle drive on east side. Class begins @ 8:15. Need bus#?-call bus barn 769-2963
Parents as Teachers Playgroup starts Tuesday, August 22 at 9:00 a.m. in the elementary cafeteria. Hope to see you there.
Thank you to all the parents who brought in their child for "Meet the Teacher" night at PES! Looking forward to Wednesday! #firstdayofschool #pawsproud@pes
Monday @ PES, 3:30-6:30, Meet the Teacher & Bring in Supplies night! Bring your signed iPad Pledge forms w/payment & ASP enrollment forms!
ASP enrollment forms due in PES office this Monday night during Meet The Teacher if your child will be attending ASP on 1st day of school, 8/16!
PES: If you have questions about bussing, don't delay! Mr. Wosman can help with details. Call (573)769-2963.
PES all students: Meet the teacher/Supply drop off, 3:30-6:30 Monday-08/14! Also bring your iPad pledge insurance payment & signed forms, ASP enrollment form, Free/Reduced meals app & lunch money!
The Parents as Teachers Playgroup will start on Tuesday, August 22, 9:00 a.m., Elementary Cafeteria. We hope you will stop by to play!
Palmyra R1 is looking for substitute nurses. Job requirements: current state of MO license (LPN/RN/EMT/paramedic) & current CPR certification. Contact Linda Raney to apply: raneyl@palmyra.k12.mo.us
Still need to register online? We have computers available in PES office to complete Online Reg. Call 769-3736 to set up a time this week!
Way to go PES families! In just 2 weeks, 85% of our students are registered for school using Online Registration! Need help? Give us a call!
Box Tops for Education has a promo in August! We appreciate all the families who saved Box Tops this past year & hope you continue to do so!
Hey kids! Watch your mailbox this week for a postcard from your teacher! Parents, don't forget to complete Online Reg in Parent Portal!
Marion Co Fair starts next week. PES is parking cars as one of our fundraisers! On Friday, 8/4, I am looking for 10 people to help from 4:30–6:30 & 10 people to help from 6:30-8:30. Please consider helping us! Please contact the office @ (573)769-3736 or email hillmanl@palmyra.k12.mo.us
In just one week, over 50% of our families have used Online Registration to register their kids for school! If you have not & need help logging in, give us a call @ 769-3736!
Parents as Teachers Playgroup will start on Tuesday, August 22 at 9:00 - hope to see you!
Ready to complete your child's enrollment using Online Registration? Go to www.palmyra.k12.mo.us & click SIS/PARENT PORTAL button! Forgot your password? Click the Forgot Your Parent Password link on the login page!
All incoming kindergarten students must have complete shot records on file before school begins on August 16th! Email to: lehenbauerg@palmyra.k12.mo.us or fax 573-769-4113!
Online Registration is now available for you to enroll your student for the 2017-2018 school year!
PES needs help w/parking @ the fair for 2 hour shifts Fri 8/4 & Sat 8/5. The money collected benefits students @ PES. Call PES office 769-3736 or email Lora Hillman hillmanl@palmyra.k12.mo.us
Meet the Teacher & Bring in Supplies night - August 14th - 3:30-6:30 pm!
Students will be able to view the eclipse safely on August 21st with the Eclipse Shades purchased for all students!
I'm currently looking for parents to help with parking at the Marion County Fair on Friday, August 4 or Saturday August 5. Could you help? If so, email at: hillmanl@palmyra.k12.mo.us
PES School Supply List is on the web! Check it out!
School begins, Wednesday, August 16!