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i-Ready testing, which helps teachers determine each student's needs and monitor their progress throughout the school year, takes place on Wednesday, September 9, Thursday, September 10, and Friday, September 11, 2026.

Testing will be in an extended Homeroom, from 8:00am to 10:00am each day, with the rest of the day following a special bell schedule.

Make sure your child comes to school on time, well rested, having eaten a good breakfast, and with their device fully charged. Students should use the bathrooms before testing begins. Remind students to try their best on each question, and to avoid rushing.

It's Sprit Week! Students are encouraged to dress according to the plan created by Leadership students:

• Tuesday, September 8 is Jersey Day. Wear your favorite jersey! Show off your favorite sports logo or brand!

• Wednesday, September 9 is Polka Dot Day. Wear clothes with lots of dots and spots!

• Thursday, September 10 is Disney Day. Wear Disney gear (Marvel, Star Wars, Winnie the Pooh, Pixar etc.)!

• Friday, September 11 is Pajama Day. Come in pajamas, sweats, or other comfy patterned clothes!

Club Rush, held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, was a great success, with students signing up for lunchtime and after-school clubs at the 20 stations set up on the quad.

You can see photos from Club Rush on the Clubs web page.

There is no school on Friday, September 4, 2026 for California Admission Day.

There is no school on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.

School resumes on Tuesday, September 8.

Students will have their photos taken on Picture Day, Thursday, September 3, 2026, during their P.E. class. The photos will be used for their Student ID cards and for the Palms Yearbook in the Spring.

Students should NOT wear green on Picture Day.

Dress nicely and be sure to smile!

An orientation meeting for the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, in the Library and in Zoom.

The ELAC oversees the school's bilingual education programs. If you are interested in joining the ELAC, fill out the self-nomination form.