We’re getting into the groove, PALM family! 💙🤍
We have a few important reminders and some fun things happening around campus that we want to make sure everyone knows about!
📅 Important Dates
📸 Picture Day – September 10th
Mark your calendars! More information about picture packages and orders will be shared soon.
🌮 Food Truck Tuesday – September 1st
We’ll have a food truck on campus on Tuesday! Students will have the opportunity to purchase lunch from the truck.
🌮 Walking Tacos – Wednesday, September 2nd
Another fun lunch option is coming your way! Walking Tacos will be available on Wednesday.
🍽️ Lunch Balance Reminder
Please check balances on MySchoolBucks or send cash/checks to stay current—thank you!
💻 Virtual Friday Reminders
Don’t forget about Virtual Fridays! Students need to log in each Friday and complete their assigned work. Please encourage your student to stay on top of their assignments each week.
📢 PALM Board Call for Candidates
Interested in getting more involved with PALM? Our Board Call for Candidates is now open through September 8th at noon. We encourage interested members of our PALM community to consider getting involved!
🙌 Get Involved with PALM!
Join our PTO or follow us online to stay connected:
Facebook: PALM Parent Teacher Organization
Facebook: Palmetto Academy for Learning Motorsports – PALM
Instagram: @palmchartersc
👕 PALM Merch Alert!
Show your school pride—every purchase includes a FREE PALM wristband!
🖤 Black Hoodies – $25
💙🤍 Blue & White T-Shirts – $15
Thank you for continuing to support our students and our school. We appreciate everything our PALM families do to make our school community great! 💙🤍
Go PALM! 🏁
Good afternoon PALM Family,
What an amazing first week back! It has been great to see our students and staff back on campus, and we are so excited about the energy we have already felt this school year. We can’t wait to continue building on this great start and make it an amazing year for our PALM family!
I also wanted to let everyone know that the Call to Candidates for the PALM Board of Directors is now posted on our website. If you are interested in running for the Board, or if you know someone who would be a great fit, please visit the website for more information and details on how to become a candidate.
Thank you for being part of the PALM family, and here’s to a great school year!
Have a great weekend!
2026 Board of Directors Election Process & Timeline.
Palmetto Academy of Learning Motorsports (PALM) has partnered with the Public Charter School Alliance of South Carolina (PCSASC) to administer this year's Board of Directors election, helping ensure a fair, secure, and confidential election process.
This election is conducted in accordance with the South Carolina Charter Schools Act (S.C. Code of Laws Title 59, Chapter 40), as amended by Act 123 of 2026 (S.454, the Charter School Accountability Act), the school's Charter, and its Bylaws.
The governing board consists of seven (7) members. Five (5) of these seats are elected and two (2) are appointed. Three (3) elected and one (1) appointed seats are up this cycle. These seats carry a two-year term.
August 21, 2026
Notice of Election & Call for Candidates
Call for Board Candidates will be distributed to the public by the school. Each prospective board member must complete an online filing form in its entirety.
Click here for the filing form link.
September 8, 2026
Filing Period Closes
Acceptance of candidate filings closes at 12:00 PM (Noon).
September 11, 2026
Candidate Profiles Posted
Approved candidate profiles are posted publicly online.
September 22 - 24, 2026
Voting Opens & Closes
E-ballot links are emailed to each eligible voter. Voting opens at 7:00 AM and closes at 4:00 PM. Each ballot has a unique PIN.
September 28, 2026
Election Results Certified
No later than this date, results are certified and announced publicly.
November 2026
Candidates Sworn In — Election Complete
Newly elected board members are formally sworn in at the regularly scheduled board meeting.
Meeting and Training Requirements:
Meeting Requirements: Board Members are required to attend all board meetings.
Mandated board orientation: Per Act 123 (S.C. Code §59-40-155), within one year of taking office each new board member must complete an orientation program covering board duties, policy development, personnel, instructional programs, school finance, school law, state ethics laws, the Freedom of Information Act, and community relations. This orientation must be provided at no charge by the South Carolina Department of Education or an entity approved by the Department.
Annual training (new): After their first year in office, board members must also attend annual training provided by the school's authorizer covering laws, regulations, and fiduciary responsibilities unique to charter schools.
Background checks: All board members are subject to a SLED criminal background and a DSS Child Abuse and Neglect Registry check.
Conflicts of interest & multiple board service (new): Board members are subject to the conflict-of-interest restrictions in S.C. Code §59-40-75, including limits on financial ties to management organizations or vendors, and — effective after December 31, 2026 — a prohibition on simultaneously serving on more than one charter school or charter school authorizer governing board.
Calling All Senior Parents!
Last year, our senior parents organized a special Last First Day of School event to celebrate their students as they began their final year. Parents came to see their seniors off to school and set up a breakfast table for the students.
If you are interested in helping organize this special tradition for our seniors this year, please contact the school or Nurse Paula.
Let’s make their last first day one to remember!
Thank you!
Please join us in welcoming Matthew Ward to the PALM Charter High School family! 🏁
Matthew is joining our team as our new Automotive Technology Instructor. His knowledge, hands-on experience, and passion for motorsports will be a tremendous asset to our students and school community.
We're excited to have him on board and can't wait to see the impact he'll make. Welcome to the PALM family, Matthew! 💙🏁 #PALMFamily
Join us on August 17th and get ready to kick off an exciting new school year! Stop by anytime between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to pick up your schedule, meet your teachers, staff, and administrators, pay school fees, and get everything you need for a successful start to the year.
We can't wait to welcome our new and returning PALM families. See you on August 17th! 💙🏁 #PALMPride #OpenHouse #BackToSchool #LearnLeadRace
Here's a better link for the Graduation photos:
🎓 Graduation Photos Are Ready! 📸
Students and parents, graduation photos are now available to view and purchase online.
Visit: https://onelifephoto.net/Palm2026
Congratulations to the Class of 2026, and thank you for allowing us to be part of this special milestone!
PALM Charter High School Students, Families, and Staff,
As we close another successful school year, we would like to thank each of you for your hard work, dedication, and support throughout the year.
We are incredibly proud of all that our students have accomplished and grateful for the partnership of our families and staff. Together, we have celebrated achievements, overcome challenges, and created lasting memories.
As summer begins, we encourage everyone to take time to relax, recharge, and enjoy time with family and friends. Whether your plans include travel, summer activities, work, or simply enjoying some well-deserved rest, we hope your summer is filled with fun, happiness, and memorable experiences.
Most importantly, please stay safe and take care of one another. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another exciting school year.
Have a wonderful and memorable summer!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Please remind your student to complete all assigned virtual work for each class. Students who do not complete their virtual assignments will be counted absent and will be required to make up the missed instructional time during the summer. Failure to complete the required work and make up the time could also result in failing the course.
The easiest way to avoid these consequences is for students to complete their assignments on time. I appreciate your support in helping your student stay on track and finish the school year successfully.
PALM Family,
Graduation is such a bittersweet time; you hate to see them go, but you’re so very proud of them. Only one week remaining, and here are a few reminders:
Virtual Days The last week of school will be Virtual Days. June 1st – 4th, make sure your students are logging on and completing their assignments.
☑️ Board of Directors Election
Voting ends today, May 29th. Make sure you cast your vote!
🏁 PALM Race Camps
June 19 | June 26 | July 6–8
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Registration closes soon—don’t miss out!
📲 Stay Connected
Facebook: PALM Parent Teacher Organization
Facebook: Palmetto Academy for Learning Motorsports – PALM
Instagram: @palmchartersc | @palmchs_yearbook
Thank you for continuing to stay involved and supportive—our PALM families make all the difference! ❤️
Don't forget to vote for the Board of Directors; today is the last day to cast your vote. Check your email for the ballots!
PALM Board of Directors candidate profiles for Special Election.
Click Here to View Candidate Profiles
Elections will be held May 27th - 29th.
PALM Family,
EOC week is in the books! Our staff and students did an amazing job preparing, studying, and giving their best this week. With only two more weeks left of school, here are a few reminders:
Memorial Day School will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day.
Last Day of School (On Campus) Thursday, May 28th and its a half-day. Dismissal will be at 12:00
Virtual Days The last week of school will be Virtual Days. June 1st – 4th, make sure your students are logging on and completing their assignments.
☑️ Board of Directors
Election process for PALM Board of Directors can be found on PALMSC.org
🏁 PALM Race Camps
June 19 | June 26 | July 6–8
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Registration closes soon—don’t miss out!
🎓 Graduation Day
May 28 | 6:00 PM
Coastal Carolina University – Wheelwright Auditorium
🔁 Ongoing Reminders
Check lunch balances through MySchoolBucks
Students are expected to log in and complete assignments each Virtual Friday
📲 Stay Connected
Facebook: PALM Parent Teacher Organization
Facebook: Palmetto Academy for Learning Motorsports – PALM
Instagram: @palmchartersc | @palmchs_yearbook
Thank you for continuing to stay involved and supportive—our PALM families make all the difference! ❤️
PALM Family,
What a way to send our seniors off! We’re going to miss them so much, but luckily, we’ll get to see them again in just a couple of weeks. As we wrap up the end of the year, here are a few important reminders for everyone:
📝 EOC Testing | May 18–21
End-of-Course exams continue this upcoming week. Please help your students prepare by encouraging good rest, focus, and attendance during this important testing window.
☑️ Board of Directors
Election process for PALM Board of Directors can be found on PALMSC.org
🏁 PALM Race Camps
June 19 | June 26 | July 6–8
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Registration closes soon—don’t miss out!
🎓 Graduation Day
May 28 | 6:00 PM
Coastal Carolina University – Wheelwright Auditorium
🔁 Ongoing Reminders
Check lunch balances through MySchoolBucks
Students are expected to log in and complete assignments each Virtual Friday
📲 Stay Connected
Facebook: PALM Parent Teacher Organization
Facebook: Palmetto Academy for Learning Motorsports – PALM
Instagram: @palmchartersc | @palmchs_yearbook
Thank you for continuing to stay involved and supportive—our PALM families make all the difference! ❤️
PALM Family,
A special thank you to everyone who made Teacher Appreciation Week so special for the PALM staff! 🎉 We’re in the final stretch of this school year, with a few important events and reminders to share:
🍔 Senior Cookout
May 14 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Parents and guardians of seniors are invited to come and enjoy some food as we celebrate the Seniors’ last day on our campus.
📝 EOC Testing | May 14–21
End-of-Course exams are just around the corner. Please help your student prepare by encouraging good rest, focus, and attendance during this important testing window.
☑️ Board of Directors
Election process for PALM Board of Directors can be found on PALMSC.org
🏁 PALM Race Camps
June 19 | June 26 | July 6–8
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Registration closes soon—don’t miss out!
🎓 Graduation Day
May 28 | 6:00 PM
Coastal Carolina University – Wheelwright Auditorium
🔁 Ongoing Reminders
Check lunch balances through MySchoolBucks
Students are expected to log in and complete assignments each Virtual Friday
📲 Stay Connected
Facebook: PALM Parent Teacher Organization
Facebook: Palmetto Academy for Learning Motorsports – PALM
Instagram: @palmchartersc | @palmchs_yearbook
Thank you for continuing to stay involved and supportive—our PALM families make all the difference! ❤️
Senior Parents and Guardians,
We’re excited to celebrate our seniors as they approach graduation! Please join us for our upcoming Senior Cookout on their final day on campus.
Event Details:
Date: Thursday, May 14th
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: PALM Charter High School Campus
Seniors and parents/guardians are warmly invited to attend this special event.
During the cookout:
Yard signs will be distributed
Yearbooks will be handed out
Food and refreshments will be provided, including hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, and sodas
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you and your student!