Palmer River Elementary Welcomes Students Back for the 2025-2026 School Year

Rehoboth, MA – Palmer River Elementary School welcomed back its 650 students for the 2025-2026 school year with a warm greeting of high fives from Superintendent Bill Runey, members of the Rehoboth Police Department, the school mascot Edo, and faculty and staff.

Students began the year focusing on September’s Monthly Mindset: the Palmer River Expectations—be responsible, be safe, and be respectful. These expectations guide student behavior throughout classrooms, the cafeteria, recess, hallways, and bathrooms. At the end of the month, students who consistently demonstrate these values will be recognized and invited to select a book from the school’s book vending machine as a reward.

The campus welcomed students with several exciting upgrades. New flowers and trees, generously donated by Araujo’s in Dighton, MA, have been planted throughout the school grounds. Palmer River extends special thanks to Darlene at Araujo’s for her donation and expert guidance in selecting the plants. The school also acknowledges the contributions of former fourth-grade students (now fifth graders), their families, and the PTSA, whose support through the Legacy Project helped fund the front garden.

In addition, accessible rubber matting has been installed in the playground areas to promote inclusivity, and ongoing bathroom renovations continue to provide a comfortable environment for students.

Palmer River Elementary looks forward to a school year filled with learning, growth, curiosity, and laughter.