Friday, August 29, 2025
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Welcome back!
We hope you had a wonderful summer and are very excited to have our students and staff back in our schools.
We are also happy to share the first issue of the Patch for the 25-26 school year and hope you like the updated format! It is accessible and mobile-device friendly so you can read it anywhere, anytime.
For those of you that are new to the Patch: it's the weekly newsletter from the Palisades School District that is delivered to all of our families, employees, and any subscribers from our website (over 6,800 inboxes!) every Friday during the school year. There's always a lot of great information, so please share it widely! New subscribers can sign up here.
This year's theme for the school district is: "Learning Happens When We Are Connected." We are truly looking forward to celebrating another school year with our amazing Palisades community.
Let's Connect!
Our first two weeks of school have been a whirlwind and a success! Check out the photos below from Opening Day with our staff on 8/18 and the 1st day of school with our students on 8/25. (Click or tap on an image to stop the carousel. Use the arrows to go forward and back at your own pace.)
DISTRICT DISPATCH
DISTRICT DISPATCH
Your guide to timely information in the Palisades School District.
The PHS Fitness Center is OPEN to our PSD Community!
The PHS Fitness Center is OPEN to our PSD Community!
Let's get fit! Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6:00 - 9:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM -12:00 PM. Faculty, Current Students, Local Firefighters and EMS Employees are FREE! For more information, visit our website.
Now Hiring Substitute Teachers and Support Staff for PSD
Now Hiring Substitute Teachers and Support Staff for PSD
Welcome Back to School! ESS is now hiring Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals for Palisades School District. See the most recent flyers on our website or in the image carousel at the bottom of the newsletter for additional details.
Backpacks and Supplies Are Still Available!
Backpacks and Supplies Are Still Available!
Thank you to PCF, the United Way of Bucks County, and the Esswein family for generously donating backpacks, school supplies and gift cards. Extras were delivered to the elementary schools if you still need them, so stop by the school office at DN, Springfield or Tinicum.
Fall Community Classes Begin!
Fall Community Classes Begin!
See the calendar for upcoming classes on our website. Ceramics, Qi Gong, Pickleball, Driver Training and more! Check back frequently as new classes will continue to be added.
SCHOOL NEWS
SCHOOL NEWS
Find out what's happening in our schools! The Palisades School District is comprised of three elementary schools (Durham Nockamixon, Springfield, and Tinicum), Palisades Middle School, and Palisades High School.
PHS Madrigals Sing @ Coca-Cola Park
PHS Madrigals Sing @ Coca-Cola Park
Our very own PHS Madrigal Singers sang the National Anthem for the Iron Pigs game on August 24th. You can see their beautiful performance here.
PHS Class of 2015 Ten Year Reunion
PHS Class of 2015 Ten Year Reunion
Date: Sat. 9/20/25
Time: 4:30 pm
Place: Plumsteadville Inn
For information and to RVSP, please visit the website at: https://partiful.com/e/EoS73IE0TqKYDbxc0RSv?
Thank You to the Lions Club for the School Supplies for Our Students and Their Teachers!
Thank You to the Lions Club for the School Supplies for Our Students and Their Teachers!
Sending a big shout-out to the Lions Club, who generously donated supplies to our students at Springfield Elementary School. Thank you to our wonderful community organizations that support us year after year. We appreciate you!
FAMILY CORNER
FAMILY CORNER
Information in this section will be particularly helpful for those who have students in our schools.
Helpful Hints for a Fantastic School Year
Helpful Hints for a Fantastic School Year
In early August, all families were emailed a comprehensive list of Helpful Hints that facilitate a great start to the new school year. You can find a copy of that message on the PSD website.
Returning Student Forms in PowerSchool are Due
Returning Student Forms in PowerSchool are Due
Every year, ALL of our families must review and update their child(ren)'s information in our PowerSchool Student Information System so that we have the most current information on file in the event that you need to be reached in an emergency. Video instructions on how to access and complete these forms are available here.
Don't Forget to Renew Your Free and Reduced Lunch Benefits
Don't Forget to Renew Your Free and Reduced Lunch Benefits
You must reapply every school year for each child. If you believe that your family may qualify, we urge you to apply. Complete information and applications can be found on our website.
PSD Late Bus is Now Available THREE Days
PSD Late Bus is Now Available THREE Days
Late buses will now be available three days a week after school on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at PALMS (4:45pm) and PHS (5:00pm). We hope this new service will help our families!
FD Meal Planner App By Whitsons
FD Meal Planner App By Whitsons
Interactive menus may be found online and provide you with all the nutritional & allergen information you will need to plan your child(ren)'s meals. You can also download the FD Meal Planner app on your smartphone for convenient access via Google Play or Apple Store.
Say Cheese!
Say Cheese!
Picture Days!
Picture Days!
PHS: 9/12
PALMS: 9/19
Durham Nox: 9/4
Springfield: 9/22
Tinicum: 9/19
More information will be coming soon from your child’s school(s).
Addressing Concerns
Addressing Concerns
It is the District's intent to establish reasonable and effective means of resolving concerns and to establish and maintain clear two-way channels of communication. In order to ensure that your concerns or issues are heard by the appropriate individual who can provide you with a speedy response, please start with the employee closest to the situation then progress through the levels outlined below in the contact list. In addition, please give the employee the opportunity to respond before moving to the next level. You can find the document attached in PDF format.
PSD SCHOOL BOARD
PSD SCHOOL BOARD
Links to recordings from the most recent Regular Board and Committee Meetings can be found below. Clicking on these links will redirect you to our PSD Stream channel on YouTube.
Disclaimer: Palisades School District is not responsible for statements made by those in attendance at the meeting. Rebroadcasting/reproduction of the audio recording is strictly prohibited unless prior written permission is obtained from the Superintendent or designee.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
COMMUNITY INFORMATION
There is always a lot going on in our community. In this section, you can find out how to get involved this week!
Disclaimer: Flyers and information presented in this section are provided by organizations in the general community. Palisades School District is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any information included in these submissions, and shall not be responsible for any decisions made based on such information.
Pre-K Counts Spots Are Still Available!
Pre-K Counts Spots Are Still Available!
There are openings for the 25-26 school year in the FREE Pre-K Counts Program at Durham Nockamixon Elementary. Information can be found at this link.
Girls On The Run Programs Start September 15th
Girls On The Run Programs Start September 15th
Teams are meeting at Durham Nox and PALMS. Visit gotrphiladelphia.org or check out the flyers in the image carousel at the bottom of the newsletter.
Bricks Are Back!
Bricks Are Back!
Help us to fill the "Star Way of Champions" in the Walter T. Rohrer Stadium at PHS! For just $100/brick you can commemorate a special occasion or honor a loved one. We're ready to have new bricks made and installed! Please complete the application form to order yours today.
The Harlem Wizards Are Coming Back to Palisades!
The Harlem Wizards Are Coming Back to Palisades!
The Harlem Wizards are coming back to the Palisades School District! Mark your calendars now for November 10, 2025 @ PHS — you won’t want to miss this unforgettable night of tricks, hoops, and family fun! Stay tuned for ticket info!
FabLab at the DaVinci Science Center
FabLab at the DaVinci Science Center
FreshConnect Bucks County
FreshConnect Bucks County
FreshConnect Bucks County provides FREE, fresh produce to our residents facing hunger. They deliver in the PALMS parking lot on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 11:00am to 12:00pm. Registration is required.
You can find the application and additional information at:. Click here for more information.
See below for flyers from community organizations. (Click or tap on an image to stop the carousel. Use the arrows to go forward and back at your own pace.)
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