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Palmer Elementary School

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The Palmer School Community is committed to all students becoming productive citizens.

Our school's purpose is to educate all students to reach their highest potential while developing positive growth physically, socially, aesthetically, and emotionally.

10/31/2026

🐼❤️ BIG NEWS WORTH CELEBRATING AT PALMER! ❤️🐼

We are bursting with PANDA PRIDE! 🐼🌟

Palmer Elementary School is celebrating being FULLY ACCREDITED and receiving the Power of One Award from our Superintendent in recognition of earning the “Meets Expectations” designation under Virginia’s state accountability system based on our 2025–2026 school year data! 🏆👏

This achievement didn't happen overnight, and it certainly didn't happen alone! It is a reflection of the hard work, dedication, and determination of our AMAZING teachers, staff, students, and the entire Palmer community! ❤️

To our teachers and staff who pour their hearts into our students every single day, our Pandas who show up ready to learn and grow, and our families and community who support us every step of the way — THANK YOU!

This is what happens when we work together, believe in our kids, and never stop pushing for greatness!

❤️🐼 ONE TEAM. ONE DREAM. ONE FAMILY.

10/31/2026

🐼❤️ Pandas of the Week! ❤️🐼

Goodness! We missed a week of celebrating, but we certainly don't want to let these amazing Pandas go unrecognized! 🌟

These students are a big part of what makes Palmer such a special place! Their kindness, hard work, positive attitudes, and Panda pride shine bright every day! ❤️

Help us give a BIG round of applause to our Pandas of the Week! 👏🐼 We are so proud of you!

10/30/2026

📸❤️🐼 FRIDAY PHOTO DUMP! 🐼❤️📸

WOW! What a week we had at Palmer! 🍂🎃

We celebrated Red Ribbon Week in style! Our Pandas wore 🧡 orange for Unity Day, ❤️ red to pledge to be drug-free, 🧦 crazy socks, 💤 cozy jammies, and 🤠 western gear!

We wrapped up the week with an AMAZING Book Character Day, complete with a parade led by our very own Pandas! 📚🎉🐼

One City Reads is back and we kicked it off with a clue! What book will we be reading this year? 📖

Our Blossom Girls also had the opportunity to attend a special event at Todd Stadium! 🌸💕

With all the excitement, smiling faces, and crisp fall weather, autumn was definitely in the air! 🍁🍂

What a fun-filled week of school spirit, kindness, creativity, and making memories!

❤️🐼 There's nothing quite like being a Palmer Panda!

10/23/2026

❤️🎀 Next Week Is Red Ribbon Week at Palmer! 🎀❤️

Get ready, Palmer Pandas! 🐼 We are celebrating Red Ribbon Week October 26–30 with a fun-filled Spirit Week! Join us as we promote healthy choices, kindness, and a drug-free future!

🌟 Monday – Dreaming of a Drug-Free Future!
Wear your favorite pajamas! (No slippers, please!)

🧦 Tuesday – Sock It to Drugs!
Show off your craziest socks!

❤️ Wednesday – RED-Y to Be Drug Free!
Wear your red Palmer shirt or anything RED!

🤠 Thursday – Give Drugs the Boot!
Wear your boots or country western gear!

📚 Friday – Book Character Day!
Dress as a book character who is kind, brave, stands up for others, and makes good choices! (No masks allowed!)

Let's show our Panda pride while celebrating positive choices and a bright, drug-free future! ❤️🐼

10/23/2026

🍁🧡 Gathering in Gratitude: Finding Joy in Everyday Moments! 🧡🍁

Palmer families, you're invited to a special evening of connection, conversation, and community! Join the Office of Youth Development and Family Engagement for a FREE event filled with meaningful conversations, practical strategies, and helpful resources to support your family! ❤️

📅 Thursday, November 12, 2026
⏰ 5:30–8:00 PM
📍 746 Adams Drive, Newport News, VA

🍽️ FREE dinner served from 5:30–6:15 PM!
🎨 Children's activities available throughout the event!

📣 RSVP by November 5!

🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/NNPSParentCafe26

We hope to see our Palmer Panda families there! 🐼❤️

10/20/2026

🧡 WEAR ORANGE FOR UNITY DAY! 🧡

Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21st, our Palmer Pandas are encouraged to WEAR ORANGE to celebrate Unity Day! 🧡🐼

Let's stand together against bullying and show that kindness, acceptance, and inclusion matter!

🧡 One Team, One Dream, One Family! 🧡

10/16/2026

🌟 Palmer’s Literacy Night & Glow Run was a HUGE success! 🌟🏃‍♀️

📖 A big THANK YOU to all of our amazing Palmer families who came out to enjoy a night of literacy, laughter, and fun! We loved seeing everyone participate in our fun, glowing literacy games!

🍏A special thank-you to our wonderful teachers and staff who stayed after hours to help make the night run smoothly. We couldn’t do it without you!

🐼 And to our amazing students, thank you for showing us what AWESOME readers you are becoming! We are so proud of you!

🌈 We ended the night with an exciting Glow Run around the bus loop, with glow powder lighting up the night and smiles lighting up every face!

Thank you for making this such a memorable evening! We love our Palmer family!

10/11/2026

🐼❤️ Palmer Families! 🖤

Just a friendly reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL this Friday, October 16th due to teacher professional development and parent-teacher conferences.

Enjoy the long weekend, and thank you for your continued support! ❤️🖤

10/11/2026

Late Friday photo dump post!

🍎📚💙 A little fun, lots of smiles, and memories worth sharing! ✨📸

10/11/2026

💙🔵 Palmer Wears Blue for STAND Month! 🔵💙
We’re wearing blue to show our support for STAND Month and our commitment to standing up against bullying! 💙 Together, we can make a difference by choosing kindness, embracing differences, and creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and accepted.
✨ Be kind. Stand up. Include everyone. ✨
Let’s STAND together and remind everyone that kindness matters and everyone belongs! 💙🫶

Address

100 Palmer Lane
Newport News, VA
23602

Opening Hours

Monday	9:05am - 3:40pm
Tuesday	9:05am - 3:40pm
Wednesday	9:05am - 3:40pm
Thursday	9:05am - 3:40pm
Friday	9:05am - 3:40pm

Website

http://palmer.nn.k12.va.us/

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