Change in Afternoon Transportation & EARLY DISMISSALS
For the safety of all students, children may not be checked out of school after 2:15 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday and 1:15 on Wednesday.
If you need to change the way your child goes home in the afternoon or for an early dismissal, please complete our Dismissal Change Form by clicking the button below. Early Dismissals – Note – we do not send children to the front office until you have arrived and shown your photo ID to the front office staff.
Dismissal changes can only be accepted before 2:00pm (1:00pm on Wednesdays).
Palencia News
Testing Resources
Media Advisory Committee:
We are currently looking to fill the following positions on our School Media Advisory Committee: a parent of a K-2 student, a parent of a 3-5 student, and a Community Member/Layperson (not the parent of a current student). If you may be interested in serving on this committee, please contact Mrs. Flowers by September 12, 2025 at [email protected].
Absence Notes
For the safety of all students, children may not be checked out of school after 2:15 pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday and 1:15 on Wednesday.
If you need to change the way your child goes home in the afternoon or for an early dismissal, please complete our Dismissal Change Form by clicking the button below. Early Dismissals – Note – we do not send children to the front office until you have arrived and shown your photo ID to the front office staff.
Dismissal changes can only be accepted before 2:00pm (1:00pm on Wednesdays).
We cannot accept phone calls for those changes. Changes in afternoon transportation should only be for emergency situations. Thank you for your understanding.
Upcoming Events
Flyers & Handouts
School Supply Lists 2025-2026
A Message From Captain Goodrich
Good morning, PES families!
We are excited to invite you to this year’s Curriculum Chat. Parents will share an hour with their child’s teacher(s) getting to know the ins and outs of their student’s current grade level; daily schedule, curriculum, grading, possible field studies, behavior expectations, etc.. This evening event ensures you have key foundational knowledge to actively participate and support your child throughout their important year of learning ahead. Getting to know other parents in the class is an additional perk. Please note this is an adult only event.
Hours: 5:45-6:45 PM – Please arrive a little early to navigate any parking struggles.
Tuesday, September 9th – 1st grade, 3rd grade, 5th grade (Clark, Gardner, Wadsworth only)
Wednesday, September 10th – 4th grade and 5th grade (Bruinsma and Gray only)
Tuesday, September 16th – Kindergarten and 2nd grade
The teachers and I look forward to welcoming you to school soon!
Together in Education,
Catherine Goodrich
Principal
Palencia Elementary School
(904) 547-4010
School District News
ESE Parent Advisory Virtual Discussion “Building Bridges for Families: An Introduction to FND’s POPIN Program" on October 7
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Guidelines for Generative AI
Instructional Materials Review - Grades 9-12 Health and Physical Education
Instructional Materials Review - K-12 English Language Arts
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Important Information
SchoolMessenger
SchoolMessenger provides parents/guardians with a mobile app and website which allows them to view and listen to previous messages and to verify their phone numbers. SchoolMessenger also lets parents/guardians select which modes of communication they prefer (voice/text/email) based on the type of message being sent
Change of Address
Did you move recently? Please notify the school immediately of your new address by completing the SJCSD Change of Address Form and submit with documentation to [email protected]
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
The St. Johns County School District is now open to a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) environment. Please know this is an optional item. District issued devices will continue to be available in our classrooms.
District Policies & Procedures
