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Family STEAM Night

Call for Parents to Help with Family STEAM Night

Parent can now sign up to help at Family STEAM Night (November 5), an event that showcases student work as well as parent-assisted activities for Palms students and for 5th grade visitors.

Local high school students can volunteer too!

Fill out the volunteer form to offer your help or to inquire about the details.
Friends of Palms

Friends of Palms Meeting: September 15

Palms parents are invited to the monthly Friends of Palms (booster club) meeting on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.

You'll hear from the Principal and senior staff members, teachers, Friends of Palms leaders, and other Palms parents, catch up on the latest school news and information, have your questions answered, and learn how you can get directly involved in supporting your child's school.
student body campaign

Student Body Election Campaigns Begin

Campaigning by Leadership students for Student Body positions begins on Monday, September 14, 2026.

Students will campaign for the positions of Student Body President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Commissioner of Activities. The campaign leads up to the Student Body Elections on Thursday, September 24.

Seventh/Eighth Grade Leadership is taught by Mrs. Wohl. Sixth Grade Leadership is taught by Mr. Kim.
QR code to order yearbook ads

Order "Ads" for the 2027 Yearbook

Parents can order "ads" in the 2027 Palms yearbook, with photos of their student and a meaningful message. It's a tradition for culminating 8th graders.

Ad prices start at $40. You can order anytime between now and the deadline of Sunday, February 7, 2027. Scan the QR code or visit the Jostens website.
school counseling: helping students thrive

Three Tips to Earn an A

Three tips for students, from the Palms counselors, for getting the best grades:

1. CHECK your grades and assignments on Schoology every day.

2. KEEP UP with assignments and homework, even when you are absent.

3. COMMUNICATE with your teachers. Don't be afraid to ask for help!

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Palms Middle School in Los Angeles is a community school, a School For Advanced Studies, a Media Magnet, a Gifted Magnet School, and a Spanish World Language Immersion School. We are proud of our academic program and the education we offer, including our high state test scores, our many cultural, artistic, and other programs, our awards and honors, and our friendly and safe atmosphere.