Palmetto Elementary School

Palmetto Elementary school registration/technology fee information for the 2023-2024 school year. Kindergarten through 6th grade will need to pay $25 for the first student and $15 for each additional student, plus a $10 technology fee per student in the household. You may pay online at https://osp.osmsinc.com/SLPSB/

First day of school schedule

Meet & Greet

It will soon be time to start thinking "Back To School! New Student Registration: The office is open from 8-2 daily. You may come by to pick up a packet. The following information will need to be provided to the school: student birth certificate immunization record proof of residency official withdrawal from previous school A "Back to School" Meet and Greet will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 from 2-5. At this time, you will meet your teacher, pay registration fees, and drop off supplies. We can't wait to see you!

We have some GREAT news! St. Landry Parish Schools are 100% Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the next four years. All students eat FREE!

SLPSB Special Education Symposium - Teachers, Paraprofessionals, and Administrators are invited to attend the Special Education Symposium on Tuesday, July 11th, and Wednesday, July 12th. A $25.00 stipend will be given to teachers and paras in attendance. Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/14eYOk0QdqbjuC7OdjuWM2dTeb12FeK93HfMBpzdd3-k/edit?ts=6490a13b

A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB: The St. Landry Parish School Board is soliciting public comment and will accept recommendations on areas of consideration for the 2023 - 2024 Pupil Progression Plan. To leave your feedback go to https://forms.gle/k5DRJpqSUjsL7rka6. The deadline to complete the survey is Monday, July 10, 2023.

June 28 (Math): Math Fun Fact: A year isn’t exactly 365 days - it’s 365.2564 days! That is why we have a leap year every four years! Check out the Family Math Library for more family fun facts and resources! #LAMathRefresh http://bit.ly/3LAokqP

June 26 (Literacy): Explore nursery rhymes with younger children and songs with older children. These can expose new words and develop literacy skills. For more activities, visit the Family Literacy Library. #LouisianaLiteracy http://bit.ly/3JNON2F

June 21 (Math): Everyone can do math! Did you know that 94% of all workers use math in their jobs? Check out the Family Math Library for resources to do as a family this summer! #LAMathRefresh http://bit.ly/3LAokqP

Happy Monday! Happy Juneteenth! June 19 (Literacy): Read on the road with your child this summer. Read road signs, building signs, or license plates. For more fun literacy activities, visit the Family Literacy Library. #LouisianaLiteracy http://bit.ly/3JNON2F

Hey, Facebook friends, Happy Juneteenth! Today marks the day when slavery was finally abolished in the United States. It's a day of celebration, reflection and remembrance. It's important to teach our young children the importance of diversity, inclusivity and the significance of this day in our history. Let's celebrate together by spreading love, kindness and acceptance for all. Enjoy the day, everyone! #Juneteenth #DiversityandInclusion #UnityLoveKindness

June 14 (Math): Numbers are fun! Check out the grab and go resources in the Family Math Library for short activities to do with your family this summer. #LAMathRefresh http://bit.ly/3LAokqP

June 12 (Literacy): Take on the world together! Build your child’s vocabulary by talking about everything. Describe the world around them in real (grown-up) terms. For more activities, visit the Family Literacy Library. #LouisianaLiteracy http://bit.ly/3JNON2F

June 7 (Math): Has your child “Zearned” this week? Keep their math skills sharp by completing three Zearn lessons per week this summer. Learn how in the Family Math Library #LAMathRefresh http://bit.ly/3LAokqP

SEEKING: EUNICE HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL OR PRINCIPAL ZONE LEADER ~COMPETITIVE SALARY RANGE - 85,000-105,000 (*salary negotiated based on qualifications and experience) ~DEADLINE TO APPLY: THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023 ~Apply at: https://www.slpsb.org/page/employment ~For more information, contact Matthew Scruggins at 337-948-3657.

Seeking Opelousas High School Principal COMPETITIVE SALARY RANGE - 85,000-105,000 (*salary negotiated based on qualifications and experience) DEADLINE TO APPLY: THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023 Apply at: https://www.slpsb.org/page/employment For more information, contact Matthew Scruggins at 337-948-3657.

We’re partnering with the Louisiana Department of Education to provide you with access to ways to help your child continue to learn during the summer months. Parent engagement is critical to prevent the “summer slide”. Click the link below to access family toolkits for literacy, math, or support for children with disabilities. You can also follow us on Facebook for regular tips on continuing learning through the summer months. Have a great summer break and we can’t wait to see you in August! June 5 : Reading with your child every day for at least a few minutes is helpful for literacy development. http://bit.ly/3JNON2F

Palmetto Elementary Summer Reading: Students have the opportunity to read books of their choosing that are in the Accelerated Reader system and take quizzes to earn points. Books can be used from home, public library, or borrowed from school. School will be open to check out books and/or tests every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the summer except for July 4 and July 6. Let the summer reading adventures begin!!

Good morning! We hope your first days of summer have been good ones. Here are a couple of reminders: *Report cards were mailed on Friday, May 26, 2023. If you did not provide an envelope, you may pick up report cards in the office. *Camp Accelerate begins Monday, June 5th from 8-3 Monday-Thursday. *Mobile Market will be on campus on Tuesday, June 6th from 10-12.