Academy At Palumbo
School District of PhiladelphiaCategory: Clubs
Poetry Team – Championship Winners
Congratulations to our incredible poetry team on capping off an undefeated season by winning their 8th citywide championship! We also celebrated our talented seniors during a special night of performances, made possible by the dedicated support of our staff and coaches. We are so proud of the team’s hard work and can’t wait to share…
Philadelphia Independence Awards
Huge congratulations to the Academy at Palumbo’s Musical Team for their incredible showing at the Philadelphia Independence Awards! Our Stage Management and Backstage Crew—Franka, Finley, Mearn, Jimena, and Vianna—were recognized as one of the Top 5 crews in the region, while Angel O. was honored with the prestigious Rising Star award. Competing against 40 schools…
A Sea-Sational Success: Palumbo’s The Little Mermaid Dazzles!
Our talented Palumbo students truly found their voices this past week! From the vibrant depths of the ocean to the shores of Prince Eric’s kingdom, the cast and crew of The Little Mermaid delivered a performance that was nothing short of magical. The dedication, harmony, and sheer creativity on display reminded us all why the…
Medals and Milestones: Science Olympiad State Tournament Results!
Our Science Olympiad team just returned from the State Tournament at Penn State Altoona, and they have some incredible news to share! The team secured 23rd place overall, holding steady with our ranking from last year—but that doesn’t tell the whole story. The real headline? We tripled our medal count from last year! Despite some…
Team Palumbo Crushes the Broad Street Run!
What a day for the Palumbo community! On May 3, 55 runners representing Team Palumbo took to the streets for the annual Broad Street Run. It was a picture-perfect morning for racing, and our runners made the 10-mile trek look like a walk in the park. One of the most inspiring parts of the event…
The Little Mermaid
Dive under the sea with the Academy at Palumbo High School as they present Disney’s The Little Mermaid on March 26th and 27th. Experience this classic musical journey featuring the beloved songs of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, brought to life by a talented student cast and crew. Tickets are just $10 for general admission…
Palumbo Runs The Philadelphia Marathon
Huge congratulations to our Students Run Philly Style team for conquering Marathon Weekend, with students successfully completing the 8K, 13.1-mile, and full 26.2-mile races! This incredible milestone marks the culmination of a dedicated 10-month journey where students trained Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday, logging anywhere from 2 to 20 miles per practice. Please enjoy the photos…
Griffin Gazette – November 2025
ABOUT THE GAZETTE The Griffin Gazette is The Academy at Palumbo’s student-run newspaper, dedicated to keeping our community informed about news and events in our school and across Philadelphia. We aim to amplify student voices and spark meaningful conversations. Check out the new edition here! Griffin Gazette – November 2025