Palm Beach Day Academy

Palm Beach Day Academy Founded in 1921 as the 1st independent school in Florida, PBDA serves students from Pre-K2 to Grade 8

Upper Campus 241 Seaview Avenue Palm Beach, FL 33480
(561) 655-1188
Lower Campus 1901 South Flagler Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (561) 832-8815

We’re excited to welcome several new faces to the PBDA team for the 2026-2027 school year! From the classroom and playi...
08/28/2026

We’re excited to welcome several new faces to the PBDA team for the 2026-2027 school year!

From the classroom and playing field to student support, curriculum, and campus operations, these talented educators and professionals bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our school community. Please join us in giving a warm Bulldog welcome to our newest faculty and staff members!




Kevin Connolly joins our PE Department, most recently serving as a K–8 Wellness Teacher at Florida Ruffin Ridley School in Brookline, Massachusetts. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical and Health Education from Springfield College and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Teaching from Fitchburg State University.

Ingrid Deiser joins the Upper School SST as one of our learning specialists. Ingrid holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University and brings with her nearly a decade of experience working as a learning specialist.

Rachel Martin joins the Second Grade team. She comes from The Windward School in Manhattan. Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Indiana University and a Master of Science in Education in Childhood Special Education–Learning Disabilities from Hunter College.

Julia Moore joins our Third Grade team, bringing nine years of teaching experience, most recently as a Third Grade teacher at Forest Park Elementary School. She holds a Master of Science in Teaching and a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from SUNY Cortland, as well as an Advanced Graduate Certificate in Teaching and Learning with Technology from Stony Brook University.

Jaycie Tate officially joins our Kindergarten team this year after serving as a substitute teacher at PBDA for the past two years and, most recently, as a maternity substitute alongside Danielle Aronson. Jaycie holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Palm Beach Atlantic University and is currently pursuing a Master of Education in Elementary Education at the American College of Education.

Haylee Thaler joins the Lower School as the first Director of Curriculum and Instruction, bringing 10 years of experience

PBDA’s “Mr. G” needs your votes! 🗳️We are honored to share that one of our greats, Mr. Jim Gramentine, is an “Educator o...
07/27/2026

PBDA’s “Mr. G” needs your votes! 🗳️

We are honored to share that one of our greats, Mr. Jim Gramentine, is an “Educator of the Year” finalist in the Palm Beach Illustrated 2026 Education Awards!

⏰ Voting is OPEN now through August 25, and you can vote once per day. To cast your vote for Mr. G as “Educator of the Year,” visit the link in our bio each day. Every vote makes a difference!

We all know the impact Mr. G made on countless students, families, and colleagues throughout his 35 years at PBDA. Help us share his legacy as an educator with the larger community by voting daily! 💛💙

The PBDA community extends far beyond our two campuses.In just one week, we’ll be bringing a piece of PBDA north as we g...
07/21/2026

The PBDA community extends far beyond our two campuses.

In just one week, we’ll be bringing a piece of PBDA north as we gather our parents, alumni, grandparents, and friends for two special summer receptions. If you will be in either area, we would love to see you!

📍Southampton Summer Reception
Tuesday, July 28

📍Newport Summer Reception
Wednesday, July 29

Visit the links in our bio to register. We look forward to connecting our favorite community wherever summer takes us 💙💛

Postcard from West Palm Beach 🌴 Only 56 days until the first day of school, but who’s counting? (With no kids at play, t...
07/14/2026

Postcard from West Palm Beach 🌴 Only 56 days until the first day of school, but who’s counting?

(With no kids at play, the turf renovations are finally underway!)

Last month for the 4th year in a row, select 8th graders and educators worked side-by-side with and scientists to lear...
07/02/2026

Last month for the 4th year in a row, select 8th graders and educators worked side-by-side with and scientists to learn about and employ two different shark research methods:

1️⃣ baited remote underwater video system (BRUVS) surveys, and
2️⃣ drumline fishing

Our students had the chance to explore marine science firsthand and engage in all aspects of the fieldwork, including the assembly, baiting, deployment, and recovery of the specialized research survey and fishing gear offshore of West Palm Beach.

The team caught two male tiger sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier), one male bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas) and one male Atlantic sharpnose shark (Rhizoprionodon terraenovae)! Students were able to assist the science team in the data collection process, taking body measurements, tissue samples and tagging each shark!

All research was conducted under Florida permits held by scientists.

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As we rapidly approach the close of our fiscal year on June 30, we sincerely hope you will consider lending your support...
06/23/2026

As we rapidly approach the close of our fiscal year on June 30, we sincerely hope you will consider lending your support to the PBDA Annual Fund.

Your participation is a signal of the strength of our collective parent body. Annual Fund dollars support the operational needs of the School and provide budget relief beyond tuition dollars.

Visit the link in our bio to make your Annual Fund gift to PBDA, and help us finish strong by supporting students and faculty today 💙💛

There is no shortage of love and support at PBDA, but perhaps nowhere were they felt more deeply than at Friday’s Commen...
06/09/2026

There is no shortage of love and support at PBDA, but perhaps nowhere were they felt more deeply than at Friday’s Commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026. 🎓💙💛

From heartfelt student reflections that pulled at the “hamstrings” (IYKYK) and celebrations of our dedicated faculty, to a celebration of the lifers whose journeys began as early as Pre-Primary, the afternoon was filled with gratitude, laughter, more than a few tears, and just the right amount of Pitbull.

The special keynote address from math teacher Elizabeth Sellers, inspired by Allen Levi’s “Theo of Golden,” served as a poignant reminder that the strongest communities are built by people who consistently show up for one another.

It was a memorable and bittersweet farewell to the Class of 2026 and a joyful celebration of all they have accomplished. We can’t wait to watch them change the world.

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241 Seaview Avenue
Palm Beach, FL
33480

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

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+15616551188

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