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Why Berta Palacios Elementary?
At Berta S. Palacios Elementary, our teachers and staff are dedicated to the core belief that every child has the ability to learn, grow, and succeed. As passionate educators, we strive to provide each student with meaningful opportunities to achieve their highest potential in a supportive and nurturing environment.
As an Authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, we proudly foster globally minded learners who are encouraged to think critically, act compassionately, and engage meaningfully with the world around them.
We are equally proud to offer a Dual Language Program, providing students with the opportunity to develop bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural skills that prepare them for success in a diverse, interconnected world. Our program promotes academic excellence in both English and Spanish while celebrating the rich cultural heritage of our students and community.
At Berta S. Palacios Elementary, our mission is to cultivate academic excellence and empower students to become thoughtful, responsible, and internationally minded leaders of tomorrow.
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PSJA Early Childhood Education Program provides a solid foundation for lifelong learning.
Students who participate in the PSJA Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 Program gain important skills to prepare them for success in kinder and beyond.
Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD (PSJA ISD) schools and departments are uniting to systemically adopt the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
PSJA ISD high school students can graduate with up to an Associate Degree or 60 college credit hours before their high school graduation.
PSJA ISD students can become well-rounded through competitive athletics and award-winning fine arts programs.
PSJA ISD has taken numerous actions and investments to ensure school safety remains a top districtwide priority.
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District Highlights
30,000+
Pre-K 3 through 12th Grade students enrolled
43
Elementary & Secondary Schools
14,000+
Average students enrolled in the PSJA Dual Language Program each semester
20+
Specialized Programs offered through the PSJA Early College Program
12+
Career Pathways Available for High School Students
+$2 Million
Over $2 Million Awarded in Scholarships to Graduating Seniors