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2026 Time Capsule

Time Capsule Burial: October 22

The Palms Middle School 2026 Time Capsule will be buried on the quad during lunch on Thursday, October 22, 2026. Students are welcome to watch as we lower the Time Capsule into the ground and fill the ditch.

The Time Capsule, containing more than 50 items representing our era, will remain buried for 50 years, until 2076, the year of the United State Tricentennial.
Dining for Dollars at Maple Block

Dining for Dollars at Maple Block: October 21

Palms families are invited to enjoy a meal from Maple Block Barbecue on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, while also helping your school. Maple Block will donate 10% of sales to Friends of Palms when you mention Palms Middle School.

Maple Block is at 3973 Sepulveda Blvd, just north of Washington Place, open from 11:30am to 3:00pm for lunch or 5:00pm to 9:00pm for dinner.
SSC and ELAC

ELAC and SSC Meetings: October 21

On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet in Zoom or the Library from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, pretended by ELAC officer training in Zoom at 3:30pm.

The School Site Council (SSC) will meet in Zoom from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.
Friends of Palms

Friends of Palms Meeting: October 20

Palms parents are invited to the monthly Friends of Palms meeting on Tuesday, October 20, 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.
Palms Previews

Virtual Palms Preview: October 20

Families thinking of choosing Palms Middle School for their child are invited to a Zoom-based Virtual Palms Preview on Tuesday, October 20, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

You will learn about the school, our programs and magnets, and the multiple pathways to admittance. Registration is not required.
Local School Leadership Council

LSLC Meeting: October 19

The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, October 19, starting at 4:00pm in the Library and in Zoom

Calendar

LSLC Meeting

Time: 4 PM – 5 PM
Location: Library and Zoom

LAUSD Health Screening Fairs

Time: 9 AM – 2 PM
Location: Ulysses S. Grant High School  Address: 13000 Oxnard St., Van Nuys, CA 91401
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About Us

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.