As per the SLP transportation department, due to routing changes no alternate or different addresses other than the home address will be allowed until after September 8th. Students must be routed to be picked up and dropped off at their home address at this time. Please contact the school board transportation department with any questions or concerns.
3 months ago, Billie Cortez
🚨 Reminder: Join us for Thanksgiving Lunch on Thursday, Nov 19! Guest tickets are $15 (students eat free) and must be purchased by this Friday, Nov 13. No late sales will be accepted. Keep your receipt QR code for entry! 🎟️ Order today at https://tinyurl.com/8bmnuupy!
about 6 hours ago, Billie Cortez
📣 Palmetto’s Spirit Store is BACK! 🐎 It’s time to gear up and show off your Bronco pride! Get your official gear before the store closes.

🗓 Order Deadline: November 22

🔗 Shop Now: https://skippers.chipply.com/palmettoelem/?action=viewall

#BroncoPride #PalmettoSpirit #SpiritWear #PalmettoBroncos
about 9 hours ago, Billie Cortez
📢 EARLY DISMISSAL NOTICE ⏰Please mark your calendars! Palmetto Elementary will have an early dismissal this Wednesday, November 11.

🚌 Dismissal Schedule:
• 12:00 PM – 1st Bus Load
• 12:05 PM – Car Riders
• 12:10 PM – 2nd Bus Load

Please ensure pick-up and supervision arrangements are set for your child. Thank you for your support! 🎒✨
about 11 hours ago, Billie Cortez
early dismissal
🌟 Working Together for Student Success! 🏫 Every day in the classroom builds learning, confidence, and community. While we fell short of our 95% attendance goal from November 2 - 6, we know we can get there with your support!

How you can help:
• Punctuality: On-time arrival sets up a smooth morning.
• Full Days: Try to schedule appointments outside school hours when possible.
• Consistency: Prioritize attendance unless your child has an excused illness.

Thank you for partnering with us to give our students the best foundation possible! 💙
about 11 hours ago, Billie Cortez
attendance
Happy Parent and Family Engagement Month! 🍁🍂 November is all about celebrating the partnership between families, schools, and our community. We’ve put together a lineup of fun and meaningful family activities happening throughout the month:
🗳️ Nov 3: Election Day – Talk to your kids about voting! Check out PBS Let’s Vote: https://www.pbs.org/parents/lets-vote
🎉 Nov 6–8: Holy Ghost Catholic Church Creole Festival – A great cultural experience for the whole family!
🏫 Nov 10: Family Engagement Fair for Exceptional Students & Families – Join us at the Opelousas Civic Center from 9 AM – 12 PM.
🤝 Nov 19: National Family Engagement Day
🦃 Nov 26: Thanksgiving Day
5 days ago, SLPSB Communications
Poster with fall elements, families, children, pumpkins, and an owl. Text reads "Happy Parent and Family Engagement Month." List of family activities for November.
Important bus notice: Mrs. Rosie's bus (L226) will NOT run this afternoon, November 4. Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your child through the car rider line. Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!
5 days ago, Billie Cortez
Important bus notice: Mrs. Rosie's bus (L226) will NOT run this morning, November 4. Please make the necessary arrangements to drop off your child through the car rider line. Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!
5 days ago, Billie Cortez
🦃 Join Us for Thanksgiving Lunch at Palmetto Elementary! 🍽️

We’re excited to celebrate Thanksgiving with our school family! Come enjoy a special catered holiday meal with your student on Thursday, November 19th (exact time coming soon!).

📌 Important Details:
• Tickets: $15 per meal (Palmetto students eat FREE—tickets are only required for guests).
• Deadline: Tickets must be purchased online by Friday, November 13th. No late orders will be accepted due to catering requirements!
• Seating & Entry: Due to strictly limited cafeteria space, only guests who purchase a meal ticket will be permitted inside the cafeteria. You must present your ticket at the door to enter and receive your plate.

🎟️ How to Purchase:
Order your tickets online today at schoolcashonline.com or scan the QR code below!

We can't wait to celebrate together! 🍂✨


7 days ago, Nikki Voss
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Important bus notice: Mr. Green's bus (570) will NOT run on Monday, November 2, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to drop off and pick up your child through the car rider line. Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!
9 days ago, Billie Cortez
🍂 Time to "Fall Back"! ⏰
Don't forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour this Sunday, November 1! Enjoy that extra hour of rest before the new week begins. 😴🍁
9 days ago, SLPSB Communications
Clock with black hands on white face. The hands point to 12:40. Leaves in orange and green surround the clock.
🚀 Zearn Space Challenge! 🚀 Any student who completes 30 Zearn lessons by Friday, November 6 will win a Free Dress Day coupon! 🎟️✨Let us help every student earn their Free Dress pass! 🌟 MathIsFun #ZearnChallenge
10 days ago, Billie Cortez
Zearn space challenge
There will be NO SCHOOL for students or staff on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in observance of Election Day. 🗳️🇺🇸

All campuses and administrative offices will reopen on regular schedule on Wednesday, November 4.
10 days ago, SLPSB Communications
Text overlay on photo of US flag and buildings: No School for Students and Staff Election Day November 3, 2026
Important bus notice: Mrs. Rosie's bus (L226) will NOT run this afternoon, October 30. Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your child through the car rider line. Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!
10 days ago, Billie Cortez
Did you know? Truancy and chronic absence are actually two different things!

Truancy focuses specifically on unexcused absences-a student is considered truant after 5 unexcused absences or 5 tardies in a single semester.

Chronic Absence looks at the whole picture-missing 10% or more of the school year for any reason, including excused absences and unexcused absences!
10 days ago, SLPSB Communications
truancy vs chronic absence

🍂 Make a difference in a child’s life! 🍂

Join us for the AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Recruitment Event!

📅 Thursday, Oct 29, 2026 | 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM

📍 8736 Hwy 182 N, Opelousas, LA

Enjoy free lunch, bingo, door prizes, and blood pressure checks while learning how you can support local kids in Head Start. Ages 55+ welcome!

📞 Call (318) 652-9323 for info.

11 days ago, SLPSB Communications
foster grandparent recruitment event
🍁 Fall Fest 2026 is almost here! 🍁
Bring the family out for a day of community fun with food, live music, giveaways, health screenings, and food boxes!
📅 Sunday, Nov 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Country Ridge Estates (131 Jackie Dr, Opelousas)
🛍️ Vendors: Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
✉️ Questions? Contact Lorenzo.Richard@aetna.com
11 days ago, SLPSB Communications
fall fest
Important bus notice: Mrs. Amy's bus (629) will NOT run this afternoon, October 28. Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your child through the car rider line. Sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!
12 days ago, Billie Cortez
Did you know? Chronic Absenteeism means missing 10% or more of school for any reason, including both excused and unexcused absences.
Every day in the classroom counts toward student success! Let's work together to build strong habits, stay engaged, and keep attendance high this school year!
13 days ago, SLPSB Communications
chronic absenteeism
Please help us ensure students follow the dress code while celebrating Red Ribbon Week. We ask that students strictly adhere to each daily theme, keeping in mind that only the specific item mentioned for that day may be out of uniform.

Wednesday - Wear Crazy or mismatched socks - School uniforms must be worn
Thursday - Wear a school appropriate costume (no onesies or masks) or a Orange shirt with uniform bottoms
Friday - Wear North Central Colors (Blue and Gray) to support their last home game.

If your student chooses not to participate in a daily theme, they must wear their regular school uniform.

Thank you for your support and cooperation!
13 days ago, Billie Cortez
Red Ribbon Week.