Palestine Independent School District

Ready, set, teach practicum students in action at A. M. Story!!!

Join the Wildcat Nation in congratulating Lorenzo Estrada in Ms. Carrizales Pre-K class on counting to 100!!! Way to go Lorenzo!!! The Wildcat Nation is PROUD OF you!!!!

📚✨ The Elves Are Learning at Washington ECC! ✨📚 Our Washington ECC elves have been hard at work — exploring, creating, practicing social skills, and discovering the magic of learning every day! 🎄🧝‍♂️ At Washington Early Childhood Center, our highly qualified, degreed staff are specially trained in social–emotional development and early academic foundations, ensuring every child gets the strong start they deserve. ❤️ From hands-on activities to rich learning experiences, the opportunities and resources are truly endless at Washington ECC — where little learners grow big futures. 🌟 #WashingtonECC #WildcatNation #EarlyLearning #SocialEmotionalLearning #FutureWildcats #PalestineISD

Christmas cheer from Southside Elementary 2nd and 3rd Grade Christmas Program! 🎁🎄🎶 #wildcatnation #palestine_isd

Christmas cheer from Southside Elementary 2nd and 3rd Grade Christmas Program! 🎁🎄🎶 #wildcatnation #palestine_isd

🔥 OVERTIME THRILLER! 🔥 Huge shoutout to Kris Butler (#12) for leading the Wildcats to an OT victory over Crockett! Kris came up clutch — composure, hustle, and big-time Wildcat heart when it mattered most. 🏀🐾 Proud of you, Kris! Keep shining for Wildcat Nation. ❤️🤍 #WildcatNation #PlayerOfTheGame #PHSBasketball #Clutch #OvertimeWin #WildcatPride

Wildcat Olympics is a celebration of the talents, courage, and spirit of every participant, reminding us that true victory comes from inclusion and unity. Together, we’re building a community where differences are celebrated as strengths and everyone belongs. 🐾🌟 Thank you to all who made this year’s Wildcat Olympics possible! #wildcatnation #palestine_isd

Wildcat Olympics is a celebration of the talents, courage, and spirit of every participant, reminding us that true victory comes from inclusion and unity. Together, we’re building a community where differences are celebrated as strengths and everyone belongs. 🐾🌟 Thank you to all who made this year’s Wildcat Olympics possible! #wildcatnation #palestine_isd

Playtime magic!

Ms. Durham’s PHS Forensic Science class is in the lab and on the case! 🔬🧬 Today, students extracted real DNA from strawberries — a hands-on investigation that brings science to life and builds future-ready skills in analysis, lab techniques, and critical thinking. 🍓 PHS Wildcats are all about interactive learning and exploring real-world science in action. Proud of these young investigators! 👏🔥 #WildcatNation #PHS #ForensicScience #HandsOnLearning #STEMinPISD #PalestineISD #FutureScientists

Top Fall fundraisers = VIP treatment! 🥳 Our top sellers from the Fall fundraiser at A.M. Story enjoyed a limo ride and pizza party last Friday as a big THANK YOU for their hard work and Wildcat hustle. 🚐🍕 We are so grateful for our students and families who go above and beyond to support our schools—your efforts directly impact programs and opportunities in the Wildcat Nation! 🐾❤️ #WildcatNation #PalestineISD #AMStory #StudentLeaders #FundraiserSuccess #OnceAWildcatAlwaysAWildcat

🛡️❄️ WINTER WATCH at WECC! ❄️🛡️ A huge shoutout to Officer Ramirez, who goes above and beyond every single day to keep our students and staff safe. Her creativity shines in the way she shares safety messages—turning important reminders into fun, engaging displays that our youngest Wildcats can easily understand. From joyful visuals to clear, kid-friendly tips, she makes safety meaningful AND memorable. ❤️🐾 Thank you, Officer Ramirez, for protecting our campuses and supporting our learners with excellence and heart! #WildcatNation #SchoolSafety #PISDMarshals #CreativeLeadership #ProtectingOurPride #WeArePalestineISD

Santa’s elves working hard in Ms. Carrizales Pre-K class. Elves work their fine motor skills wrapping presents and they also take orders classifying orders as SM, MD, or LG packages.    

✨🎄 Holiday Magic, Wildcat Style! 🎄✨ The KIK KATS absolutely sleighed the stage at the afternoon Community Choir Christmas Cantata at Palestine High School! Their precision, showmanship, and festive flair brought Rockette-level excellence to Wildcat Nation — synchronized kicks, radiant smiles, and pure holiday sparkle from start to finish. A huge Wildcat thank you and congratulations to Palestine ISD Fine Arts Director, Mrs. Herrington, for her outstanding leadership and vision in directing a production that beautifully showcased the incredible talent of our students and our community — all within our outstanding PHS facilities. These dancers didn’t just perform… they elevated the entire program, adding energy, elegance, and Christmas cheer that had the crowd in awe. Bravo to our incredible KIK KATS for representing Palestine ISD with such class, talent, and heart! Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat — and during the holidays, a Rockette, too! ❤️🐾✨ #WildcatNation #KIKKATS #PalestineISD #FineArts #ChristmasCantata #HolidayMagic #WildcatPride #OnceAWildcatAlwaysAWildcat

Big learning happening at Wildcat Acres! 🐔 PHS CTE Agriculture students have partnered with Sanderson Farms to gain hands-on experience in the full process of poultry production. From hatching chicks on campus to learning the skills it takes to grow, care for, and take them to the consumer—our students are experiencing agriculture from start to finish. Clara McKenzie, Mila Chapman, and Krislee Briggs recently shared their journey and knowledge at the FFA Greenhand Competition and proudly presented their work to families and district staff. Led by instructor Mr. Snider, these students are building real-world skills and a strong future in agriculture. #WildcatNation #PHSCTE #WildcatAcres #FFA #AgEducation #PalestineISD #GrowingLeaders

Big-time moments deserve big-time talent! Student photographer Ella McKenzie captured these powerful shots of PHS Wildcat Basketball in action—freezing the grit, focus, and heart of competition in every frame. We’re proud of BOTH the athlete and the artist. 🐾📸🏀 #WildcatNation #PHSCTE #StudentSuccess #WildcatBasketball #EllaMcKenzie

Christmas came early today in the Wildcat Nation as Mr. Marshall and team distributed retention incentive checks to our dedicated staff! These smiles say it all—thank you for your unwavering commitment, excellence, and service to our students and district. Your work truly makes a difference every single day. Moments like this remind us why we do what we do—for our students, our community, and each other.

❄️ Washington ECC is celebrating the 12 Days of Christmas! This week kicked off with Don’t Be a Grinch Day and a festive Snowman Day, filling our halls with joy, imagination, and early learning magic. At Washington ECC, seasonal celebrations are more than dress-up days — they are purposeful learning experiences. Through holidays, traditions, and seasonal themes, our students build early literacy, social skills, language development, and connections that help them understand the world around them. Our highly trained, degreed early childhood educators create enriching, developmentally appropriate activities that make learning joyful, memorable, and meaningful. Every themed day is intentionally designed to support growth, spark curiosity, and strengthen school readiness. We love watching our littlest Wildcats learn, laugh, and grow this holiday season! ❤️🐾 #WildcatNation #PalestineISD #WashingtonECC #EarlyLearning #12DaysofChristmas #PurposefulPlay #FutureWildcats

Two Wildcats, two bright futures! 🐾 Congratulations to S’vioarean Martin and Cason Applewhite. S’Vioarean signed with Texas Tech, and Cason Applewhite, signed with North Texas. The Wildcat Nation is proud! Please join us in celebrating their hard work and dedication! 🏈 #wildcatnation #palestine_isd

Holiday Magic Across the Wildcat Nation

The most wonderful time of the year is here — and so are the incredible Holiday Fine Arts Programs happening across Palestine ISD. From theater to choir, band to dance, our students are shining bright all season long.

At Palestine ISD, Fine Arts isn’t just an event… it’s a commitment. Across every campus, our programs are valued, supported, and intentionally curated to give students meaningful opportunities to grow in their talents. These holiday performances are a showcase of that dedication — and a celebration of the creativity, discipline, and hard work our students bring to the stage.

Join us as we come together for choir concerts, band performances, theatre productions, and community showcases that make this season special for the entire district.

Swipe through to see all the holiday events happening throughout December across the Wildcat Nation.

#WildcatNation #PalestineISD #FineArts #HolidaySeason #PISDFineArts #StudentTalent #CommunityProud