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Intimate class sizes and low student-teacher ratios are at the heart of joyful learning here at Palisades Episcopal School. Ours is a unique learning environment that fosters curiosity and creativity in your child. At PES, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We celebrate individual strengths and talents to help students find a lifelong love of learning and a path that amplifies their unique gifts.
PES is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and Cognia (formerly AdvancED). In addition, PES is a proud member of the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS), the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES).
Meet Stacey King, one of our dedicated Junior Kindergarten teachers at PES! With nearly 30 years in education - and 17 of those focused on JK - Stacey brings a deep passion for early childhood learning and a heart for every child she teaches. She’s a lifelong learner herself, always exploring new research and engaging in professional development, including the PES-sponsored IDMI training.
Stacey’s greatest joy is teaching Junior Kindergarten, where her creativity and care shine every day. One classroom favorite is the annual JK Zoo project each March - a hands-on, joyful experience that brings learning to life for her students.
Beyond the classroom, Stacey values building connections across all grade levels. She also serves as a Girls on the Run coach, encouraging young girls to grow into confident, capable leaders.
At home, Stacey and her partner Joe love to travel with their blended family - Johann (a proud PES lifer), and daughters Emma and Sophia. This summer, they’re off on a family adventure to Sweden and Norway!
We’re so grateful for the warmth and wonder that Stacey brings to the heart of our school.
Our Junior Kindergarten explorers took learning outside last week with a visit to the McDowell Nature Center.
As part of their unit on animals and their habitats, students participated in the “Slimy and Scaly” program, where they discovered the differences between reptiles and amphibians—and even met a few scaly (and adorable) friends from our own backyard, like a corn snake and a toad.
They wrapped up the day with a walk through the preserve, putting classroom learning into real-world context. It was a hands-on and hearts-full day of learning for our youngest Gryphons.
PES 7th graders spent a wonderful day in Uptown Charlotte last month as they explored the art, history, and culture of the Harlem Renaissance.
At the Mint Museum, they studied the work of African American artists—including local legend Romare Bearden, whose bold, expressive pieces are now inspiring their own collage creations in art class.
A highlight of the day came when two PES students lit up after spotting their uncle’s painting on display - a moment that revealed how art can unexpectedly bridge classroom learning with personal connection.
After the museum, 7th graders enjoyed lunch at Mellow Mushroom and soaked in the sunshine at Romare Bearden Park. It was a day full of learning, laughter, and moments that brought the stories of the Harlem Renaissance to life.
