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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). 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).
There was a special sweetness on campus today as our students celebrated Thanksgiving in their own thoughtful ways.
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Our third graders led the whole school in their annual Thanksgiving Parade, carrying their handmade balloon floats and bringing smiles everywhere they went. They wrapped up the morning with a 3rd grade brunch that was the perfect finishing touch to their joyful celebration.
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Junior Kindergarten welcomed families for a Thanksgiving feast that gave everyone a chance to slow down and enjoy being together. And our eighth graders made friendship soup and spent time with 5th through 7th graders, sharing what they’ve been learning about building real, meaningful friendships.
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A special thanks to the parents who treated our teachers today. Your thoughtfulness never goes unnoticed.
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It was a day filled with gratitude and moments that remind us why our community is so special! Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving and all the goodness that this beautiful season brings.
It’s been a full and lively season of hands-on learning at PES, with field trips that brought new depth and wonder to what our students are studying in class.
Second graders visited the library to practice their research skills, quickly discovering that one thoughtful question can open the door to a whole new world. They also welcomed one of our PES parents, who shared stories and artifacts from ancient Japanese culture, adding a beautifully authentic layer to their social studies unit.
Our eighth graders spent the morning at the Charlotte Children’s Theatre, where the story of aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman lifted off the stage. Watching her courage and perseverance portrayed so vividly helped students connect more deeply with their study of history and culture.
Each of these experiences is tied directly to the curriculum while also giving students memories they’ll treasure. It’s learning that feels alive, meaningful, and genuinely joyful!
“Arrrray Day” recently transformed Third Grade math into a high-spirited pirate experience. As part of their curriculum, students are learning how arrays lay the groundwork for multiplication, and this hands-on celebration helped everything click. Pirate costumes, treasure maps, teamwork, and even a surprise visit from Dr. K, who bravely walked the plank, made the lesson absolutely unforgettable. It was another bright snapshot of joyful learning in action at PES.