Welcome Lauren Fennell, our new 8th grade science teacher. We are excited to have her here at Palmer Middle School!
Palmer FFA had some of their supporters receive their Honorary Lonestar Degree today at the Texas FFA State Convention. The Honorary Lonestar Degree honors individuals, business groups or organizations
who have made outstanding contributions to the FFA and agricultural education. We
appreciate your dedication to agriculture and to the youth of Texas. We would like to say thanks to Paul Fuller, Jeremy Robinson and Corey Robinson for their support of the students of the Palmer FFA Chapter as well as the support of other Ellis County Stock Show kids.
Today at the Texas FFA State Convention some of our Palmer FFA students were recognized for their hard work. Katilyn Jennings and Emma Spurlock attended the Lonestar Degree Ceremony where they were presented with their Lonestar Degree. Ebin Headrick and Jace Jones also earned their Lonestar Degree but were not able to attend the ceremony. These students worked extremely hard over their high school career maintaining a productive SAE (Supervised Agricultural Experience). Please congratulate these students on this achievement.
With years of experience in early childhood, adding Ms. Laza to our kindergarten team was an easy decision. She is a perfect fit for our campus! We are so excited to welcome her to PES!
Welcome Courtney Johnson to Palmer Middle School! Mrs. Johnson will teach 8th grade math and Algebra I. We are happy you are here!
Palmer Middle School is thrilled to welcome Kirsten Chapman as our new Ag teacher. We are happy you are here!
Palmer ISD would like to officially welcome Dr. Jacob Duce as our new superintendent!
We are looking to hire a bilingual Pre-K aide! The aide helps prepare lessons/crafts, works with small groups and assists students in lunch, specials and recess. Some toileting assistance for students may be required.
Please contact Melissa Cunningham or fill out an application at www.palmer-isd.org!
The Belles had a great week of learning at American Dance/Drill Team camp this week! These ladies worked extremely hard and received the following awards-
Division 1 rating - home routine
Division 1 rating - camp dance evaluation
Gussie Nell Davis Team of the Day
Best Overall Spirit
Grand Champion Team of the Week
Outstanding Performance/Leadership:
Lacy Leach
All American:
Lacy Leach
McKenzie Havener
All American Honorable Mention:
Daisha Chaney
Claire Brown
Belles had a great first day of camp at SMU and received the Gussie Nell Davis Team of the Day for unity, discipline, and improvement! #palmerbelles
The Belles had a great week preparing for camp and Friday nights! We can't wait to perform for Bulldog fans! 🐾💛🖤
Want to join the greatest school district in Ellis County? The 4 day school week is pretty sweet and you would have amazing coworkers!
Please submit your application through the TXED Job Network and check out www.palmer-isd.org for more information about Palmer ISD.
Email melissa.cunningham@palmer-isd.org with any questions.
Congratulations to all of our ag mechanics students that earned certifications this year. Congratulations to our Navarro college Production Welder Certificate recipients who have worked through this program for the past two years. We also had a great number of students who earned their industry based certification by passing their AWS D9.1 Certification. Students also had the opportunity this year to take a new certification exam that tests their knowledge of welding content that has been taught throughout the course. So we had several students pass the Youscience Welding Technician Level 1 and Welding Technician Level 2 Exams. We are very proud of the accomplishments of these students
Letterman jackets have been delivered to the high school front office. They can be picked up from 7:30 AM-12 PM/12:30 PM-3:30 PM (Monday-Thursday).
Palmer ISD Summer Feeding Program
FREE to public for children 0-18 years
Palmer Elementary School
113 FM 813W, Palmer, TX 75152
Menu for June 9 - 12
Breakfast: (7:00 AM - 8:00 AM)
June 9: Waffles & Sausage
June 10: Breakfast Taco
June 11: Sausage Pancake on a Stick
June 12: Cereal & Yogurt
Lunch: (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
June 9: Mini Corndogs
June 10: Sloppy Joes
June 11: Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
June 12: Cheeseburgers
Future menu information will be distributed with meals.
Area Advancement
The Middle School bands had 4 recordings from UIL advance to the area level of the ATSSB Outstanding Performance Series. The NV Band had all three recordings advance to the area level. The Varsity band went against the other 1C Varsity bands in the region and had one recording advance. Their two concert selections were very close, three advance, those two places 4th and 5th.
Girls basketball camp wrapped up today! Thank you to all the campers who came out!
Dear Palmer ISD Families and Community,
The Palmer ISD Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Jacob Duce as the Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools. Following an extensive search and interview process, Dr. Duce was unanimously chosen for his student-focused leadership, dedication to academic excellence, and proven experience in supporting fast-growing school districts.
Dr. Duce brings a strong background in public education, having served in various leadership roles where he championed student achievement, educator development, and strategic planning. His commitment to building strong school communities and expanding academic and career opportunities aligns closely with Palmer ISD’s mission and values.
“I am honored and excited to join the Palmer ISD family,” said Dr. Duce. “This is a district with a proud tradition, dedicated staff, and a clear commitment to student success. I look forward to partnering with the Board, staff, families, our students, and the community to build on that tradition and create even greater opportunities for all students.”
Dr. Duce will officially assume his role as Superintendent in July. In the coming weeks, the district will share opportunities for students, staff, and community members to meet Dr. Duce and welcome him to Palmer.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Dr. Jacob Duce as he begins his leadership in Palmer ISD.
Volleyball Camp 2025
Thank you to all of the campers who came out!
Boys basketball had a great week at camp! Thank you to all the campers who joined us.
