Opportunity Knocks: Investing in Our Community and Students

07/15/2026

07/14/2026

It's Election Day! Make your vote count by turning in your ballot before 5pm today at your local county election office.

We want to sincerely thank everyone who has taken the time to learn about the bond proposal, ask questions, attend meetings, share thoughtful conversations, and participate in the election process.

We're especially grateful to our advisory team, committee members, staff members, community members, and supporters who have dedicated countless hours to providing information and helping ensure voters had the resources they needed to make an informed decision.

Thank you for caring about the future of our students, our school, and our community. Most importantly, thank you for making your voice heard!

07/13/2026

This is it — Tuesday is election day, and all ballots need to be returned to your county election office before 5pm tomorrow. Don't miss your chance to make a huge impact for our school and community by voting yes for PPS!

Merrick County: 1510 18th Street, Central City
Howard County: 612 Indian Street, St. Paul
Nance County: 209 Esther Street, Fullerton

07/08/2026

Your vote matters, and there's still time to make it count!

If you missed the July 2 mailing deadline, you can still hand deliver your completed ballot to your county election office.

All ballots must be returned by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14.th.

07/06/2026

We're just over a week away from election day, and there's still time to get registered to vote! Monday, July 6th is the last day to register in-person at the election office.

07/02/2026

There's a great article in this week's issue of The Palmer Journal that shares some helpful information about our district as we approach the July 14th bond vote.

A few facts highlighted in the article:

• The district's general levy has decreased from 0.964 to 0.808 over the past five years.
• The general levy fluctuates with overall property valuations — so as valuations increase, the district's general levy can decrease.
• Thanks to option enrollment, the district receives approximately $1 million in state aid each year, helping support educational opportunities for ALL students.

If you're looking for more information before the vote, we encourage you to take a few minutes to read the article and ask questions. Being informed is the best way to make your decision!

07/01/2026

It's July — that mean election day is just around the corner! To ensure your ballot arrives in time, we're recommending to mail it by tomorrow, July 2nd, to avoid any holiday delays.

As a reminder, all ballots need to be returned to the election office by 5 pm on July 14th to be counted!

06/29/2026

If you still have questions about the bond, our FAQ is a great place to start: https://www.palmerbond.org/faq

Of course, we also encourage you to talk to school officials and committee members — we're ready to visit and share info with you!

06/27/2026

The Roy and Gloria Dinsdale Foundation’s generous $5,000,000 pledge is an incredible investment in the future of Palmer students and our community. Roy and Gloria believed deeply in supporting our Palmer community, and this gift continues their lasting legacy of generosity, service, and commitment to this place we call home. We are extremely grateful for the Foundation’s partnership and belief in our school and community.

This generous gift comes with one important condition — the community must show its support by passing the bond. The Foundation’s goal is to partner with our community, not fund the project alone. If the bond does not pass, the donation will not be given.

Together, the community’s support and the Foundation’s gift make the full project possible. This opportunity only exists if we choose to support it together.

06/26/2026

If you still need to register to vote, today is the last day to register online: https://www.nebraska.gov/apps-sos-voter-registration/

Once you're registered, a ballot will be mailed to you!