A Message from our NEW Superintendent on her 1st Day:
Dear Palmyra Families, Students, and Staff,
I’m so grateful for the chance to introduce myself as your new Superintendent. My name is Florencia Norton, and for those who don’t know me yet, I’ve been fortunate to serve as the district’s Director of Curriculum & Instruction and as Preschool Principal. Working here has been the greatest joy of my career, and I can honestly say I love coming to work every day because of this community.
Over the past few years, we have made real progress together, from expanding programs to helping our kids succeed to strengthening our preschool and adding new opportunities for our middle and high school students. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our staff, the support of our families, and the incredible spirit of our students.
I’m excited to keep building on what we have started. My commitment is simple: to make sure every student feels supported and challenged, every staff member feels valued, and every family feels connected to our schools. Palmyra is a special place, and I’m proud to be a part of it.
In the next few weeks, I will be hosting an informal event where we can meet, talk, and share ideas about how we can make our district even better. I hope you will join me.
I also want to thank Mr. Pease for his mentorship and for welcoming me into this role, and I’m grateful to the Board of Education for their support.
Thank you for the trust you place in our schools. I’m looking forward to a great year ahead and many more together.
With appreciation,
Florencia Norton
Dear Palmyra Families, Students, and Staff,
I’m so grateful for the chance to introduce myself as your new Superintendent. My name is Florencia Norton, and for those who don’t know me yet, I’ve been fortunate to serve as the district’s Director of Curriculum & Instruction and as Preschool Principal. Working here has been the greatest joy of my career, and I can honestly say I love coming to work every day because of this community.
Over the past few years, we have made real progress together, from expanding programs to helping our kids succeed to strengthening our preschool and adding new opportunities for our middle and high school students. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our staff, the support of our families, and the incredible spirit of our students.
I’m excited to keep building on what we have started. My commitment is simple: to make sure every student feels supported and challenged, every staff member feels valued, and every family feels connected to our schools. Palmyra is a special place, and I’m proud to be a part of it.
In the next few weeks, I will be hosting an informal event where we can meet, talk, and share ideas about how we can make our district even better. I hope you will join me.
I also want to thank Mr. Pease for his mentorship and for welcoming me into this role, and I’m grateful to the Board of Education for their support.
Thank you for the trust you place in our schools. I’m looking forward to a great year ahead and many more together.
With appreciation,
Florencia Norton
A Message from Mr. Mark Pease, Interim Superintendent:
Dear Students, Parents, Staff and Palmyra Board of Education,
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to come back and lead this amazing School District for the last two years. From the moment I was hired as a Vice Principal back in 2007 to my last day today as Superintendent, my time here in Palmyra has been special. I have met many wonderful people over the years and I am thankful for each and every one of you. The memories I have of Palmyra will always hold a special place in my heart.
Although my time as an employee of the Palmyra School District will be ending today, Monday, June 30, 2025, I will be back to enjoy the arts in our new auditorium, to catch a track meet on our new all-weather track, to visit the new offices and classrooms, to have lunch (or pancakes) in our spacious high school cafeteria, and also to bring my son back each year for Coach Papenberg’s Soccer Camp.
Instead of saying goodbye, I am going to say “See you soon” and “Thank you”. It has truly been my pleasure to serve this phenomenal school district and the community of Palmyra.
Be Great, Be Kind, And as Always…..Go Panthers Go!
Dear Students, Parents, Staff and Palmyra Board of Education,
Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to come back and lead this amazing School District for the last two years. From the moment I was hired as a Vice Principal back in 2007 to my last day today as Superintendent, my time here in Palmyra has been special. I have met many wonderful people over the years and I am thankful for each and every one of you. The memories I have of Palmyra will always hold a special place in my heart.
Although my time as an employee of the Palmyra School District will be ending today, Monday, June 30, 2025, I will be back to enjoy the arts in our new auditorium, to catch a track meet on our new all-weather track, to visit the new offices and classrooms, to have lunch (or pancakes) in our spacious high school cafeteria, and also to bring my son back each year for Coach Papenberg’s Soccer Camp.
Instead of saying goodbye, I am going to say “See you soon” and “Thank you”. It has truly been my pleasure to serve this phenomenal school district and the community of Palmyra.
Be Great, Be Kind, And as Always…..Go Panthers Go!
HaPpY LaSt DaY of ScHooL! All District buildings will dismiss at the 1/2 day times. We wish everyone a summer full of fun, relaxation, reading & family! Stay in touch & let us know what you have going on! Send your emails/photos to [email protected] & we will share your adventures. Thank you Parents, Teachers, Staff for a great 2024-2025 year! We are #PalmyraProud of you all! See you in September!
Charles Street School celebrated FLAG DAY a little early. They wish everyone a Red, White & Blue weekend!
Such a wonderful sendoff for the 6th Graders moving up to the Palmyra Middle School this week.
Congratulations to our Educators of the Year! Our #PalmyraProud Admin Team joined our Teachers & Educational Support Professionals of the Year at a special luncheon. The Monday event was hosted by the Burlington County Department of Education at the Westin in Mount Laurel.
We are #PalmyraProud of all our MOMs! Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing mothers out there! Thank you for your love, support, & unwavering strength. You are truly appreciated! Artwork courtesy of PHS CrafT CLuB!
SPRING is in the Air! CSS Families: Tuesday, 5/6 at 6pm is the CSS Spring Concert. Taking place in the CSS "Walnut Street Theatre" (aka the gym), the event includes performances from the 4/5/6 Choir & the CSS Band. We are #PalmyraProud of these talented students!
TOMORROW NIGHT! Head Down Haddonfield Road to Mister Softee 5-8pm to help support our Summer Kidcare Program! Delicious desserts await & we appreciate your support. Miss Mary is looking forward to seeing all of her favorite folks at the window! CASH only-Thanks for the support!
SPECIAL MEETING: The Board of Education ANNUAL BUDGET HEARING is Thursday, May 1st at 7pm at Charles Street School & is open to the public. This meeting will be streaming on our website: palmyraschools.com & will also be broadcast on our FACEBOOK page: Palmyra School District.
Palmyra School District has some of the best administrative support professionals around! We wish all these 12 month warriors a fantastic day & hope they are enjoying their break!!!!
Palmyra School District wishes EVERYONE a restful & renewing SPRiNG BReAK! We will see you all back here on Monday, April 28th ready for the rest of this school year. We thought we would share a little love from our egg hunters at the preschool to get your vacation started!
Information on Summer EBT cards, who qualifies, and how to submit a Free & Reduced Lunch Application please see our Dining Services webpage here: https://www.palmyraschools.com/page/free-and-reduced-lunch-information
If you need to submit an application or update your current address please do so by April 30, 2025
From our Partners at BCIT: Adult Education Career Expo Open to All Burlington County HS Juniors & Seniors, Recent Grads, and Adults to plan your next steps with over 40 local employers! Tuesday May 6th from 6-8:30pm at BCIT 695 Woodlane Road, Westampton
TONIGHT! 7pm Thursday, April 10th is the Annual Spring Concert for Palmyra Middle & High Schools! The evening concert, with the bands under the direction of Mr. Jeffrey Moore and the choir under the direction of Mr. Armani Cruz, will include Fine Art Work from the Art Departments on display. Parents should use door #20 on the 4th Street Side to park & enter for the free event. #PalmyraProud #burstingwithtalent #FestivaloftheLivingArts
The PHS Hall of Fame Committee is proud to announce the Class of 2025 inductees. We will be hosting our induction ceremony on June 4th at the Riverton Country Club at 6PM. Please email Mike Papenberg if you are interested in supporting our former student-athletes and attending the event. Congrats to ALL of our inductees, we are #PalmyraProud!
Student-Athletes:
Will Brown(2006)
Jason Lewis(2006)
Lailah Pratt(2007)
Ricky Bailey(2007)
Quron Pratt(2009)
Coach:
Ed Morgan
Team: 2009 Boys Soccer South Jersey and State Group 1 Champs
Community Member: Rick Dreby
Headed out to shop local? Be sure to get your DISCOUNT CARD for just $20 from our PHS frosh, sophomores & juniors! Their fundraiser is combined this spring for class funds & this card has GREAT discounts on it! We are grateful to our participating local businesses! #PalmyraProud
The Monthly Board of Education Meeting for April is Wednesday, April 9th at 7pm in the Charles Street School Gym. Enter using Door #9 on Walnut Street. Our Student of the Month recognitions will be held. Agenda when available will be on BoE webpage under the Agendas tab.
Calling all Palmyra SEPAG families!!! Please join us for our spring Family Board Game & Craft night.
Not familiar with Palmyra SEPAG? Palmyra Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) is a state-mandated, district-level, parent-driven group charged with providing input to the local school district on system-level challenges in special education and related services.
If you have a child who receives Special Education or related services through Palmyra School District and would like to join SEPAG, we'd love to have you. Please complete the interest form here: //bit.ly/JoinPalmyraSEPAG or join us for Palmyra SEPAG Spring Family Board Game and Craft night.
You can RSVP for the event on the Facebook event event page or by emailing [email protected].
The Monthly Board of Education Meeting for March is this Wednesday, March 12th at 7pm in the Charles Street School Gym. Enter using Door #9 on Walnut Street. Our Student of the Month recognitions will be held. Agenda will be available on BoE webpage under the Agendas tab.
