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				<title><![CDATA[High-Dose Tutoring for the 2026-2027 School Year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[After-school High-Dose Tutoring (HDT) will be available to any qualifying student who has experienced learning loss or is underperforming.

Tutoring will take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays until 4:10pm, from Monday, September 14, 2026, to Friday, April 30, 2027. The schedule is subject to change.

Participating students must commit to attending all three days each week throughout the school year. LAUSD will provide bus transportation for students in the HDT program.

If you are interested in High-Dose Tutoring for your child, scan the QR code to fill out the interest form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Class of 2026!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The school year has ended, and eighth grade students have completed their middle school years, expanding their knowledge and advancing their skills through 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Their families should be rightfully proud.

Congratulations to the culminating students in the Palms Middle School Class of 2026!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 06:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Environmental Science Club Wins $25,000 in DWP "Heroes for Zero" Contest]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The after-school Environmental Science Club, led by Ms. Garret, won the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's conservation contest (middle school category) and $25,000 for their composting project called "Know Before You Throw."

Congratulations to the students who planned, implemented, and presented the project: Jasmine Argueta, Daphne Sierou Eldredge, Nico Munoz Giottonini, Zipo Gonzalez, Henry Leckart, Lu Lipmen, Arva Parikh, Abby Rison, and Ela Veli!

This project, and Lu Lipmen's  "Effects of AI" project, are both finalists in the Magenta House Expo contest, with winners to be announced in the Fall.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 05:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[East West Players Perform]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Sunday, June 7, 2026, Palms students in the East West Players after-school drama group performed in the East West Player's showcase at their theatre in Little Tokyo. The performance was titled "What's Your Story?"

Students Angel Aleman, Sheryl Hernandez, Arva Parikh, Anthony Rivera, and Adelaide Wallis took turns performing monologues. They also performed in an original skit, called "Adam Sandler and the Alligator," based on the Japanese folktale, Momotaro.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Adela Benitez Receives Scholarship]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Adela Benitez received a scholarship award from One Way Education for her "strong commitment to the learning and advocacy of the Spanish language." Adela, a Palms 7th grader, was nominated due to her rigor in learning Spanish and advocating for the language and for Latino culture.

One Way Education is the publisher of the Spanish textbook used at Palms.

Congratulations to Adela!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Culmination Schedule]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Rehearsals for 8th grade culmination take place on the following days:
• Thursday, June 4
• Friday, June 5
• Monday, June 8 (Minimum Day)
• Tuesday, June 9

Culmination is June 10, 2026, with two ceremonies:
• Culmination A: 9:00am
• Culmination B: 12:00pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Excels at UCLA Science Fair]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms science team known as Panthers in STEM, participating in the UCLA Science Fair as part of The Bruin Experiment, came home with several honors.

8th grader Abigail Rison won the grand prize for Palms Middle School. 6th grader Penelope Garcia and 8th grader Arva Parikh each won a mentor pick award.

Congratulations to Abigail, Penelope, and Arva!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 13:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May/June Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the May/June 2026 issue of Palms Press, the final issue for this school year. Palms Press is the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 07:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: June 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2203668</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, June 1, from 4:00pm to 5:00m in Zoom or the Library.

This is the last LSLC meeting for the 2025-2026 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 09:17:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order a Marquee Display, Lei, or Bouquet for Your Culminating Eighth Grader]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2202651</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's a tradition for parents to surprise their culminating student by having their name appear on the marquee sign and/or giving them flowers in the form of a lei or bouquet.

Purchase them at bit.ly/PalmsCO2026 before the deadlines: May 21 for flowers, June 5 for the marquee sign]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 18:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms 2026 Yearbook On Sale at the Student Store]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2202525</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[While supplies last, you can purchase the Palms 2026 Yearbook at the Student Store. Pre-ordered copies were already distributed on May 20, May 21, and May 22, 2026.

Bring $50 (cash only) to the Student Store, with your Student ID card,  starting on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 before school, during nutrition, during lunch, or after school, while supplies last.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 17:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico at UCLA Fiesta Mexicana]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2203543</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico, Son de la Palma, performed at UCLA's Royce Hall for Fiesta Mexicana on Sunday May 24, 2026.

You can watch clips of both of their performances on YouTube.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 18:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ms. Jones: "Outstanding Middle School Teacher"]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2203529</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms' instrumental music teacher Ms. Jones received the Outstanding Middle School Teacher Award from the Los Angeles Secondary Music Teachers Association for "outstanding dedication to music education and inspiring excellence in middle school students."

Congratulations to Ms. Jones!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 16:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[i-Ready End-of-Year Testing: May 26, 27, and 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2202577</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[End of the year i-Ready testing takes place on Tuesday, May 26, Wednesday, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, 2026. Testing is from 8:00am to 10:00am each day, with a special bell schedule for the rest of each day.

Dismissal will be at the normal time, 2:07pm on Tuesday and 3:07 on Wednesday and Thursday.

To prepare for a test day, make sure your child comes to school on time, well rested, having eaten a good breakfast, and with their device fully charged.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 08:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School for Memorial Day: May 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2202054</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday. May 25, for the Memorial Day holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 20:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Talks Assemblies: May 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2202445</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Talks is the culminating project for 7th grade students in the Palms Modern Media and Communcations Magnet. Students have learned to plan and make presentations on topics of their choice.

The Palms Talks Assembly lets them showcase what they've learned. It takes place on Friday, May 22, from 1:11pm to 3:07pm the Auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 14:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Ceremony Recognized Citywide, Statewide, and Nationally]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2201497</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms Middle School Year of the Time Capsule was capped by the opening of the 1976 Time Capsule on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

Principal Mr. Enriquez accepted certificates of recognition signed by Los Angeles City council member Katy Yaroslavsky, California State Assembly member Isaac Bryan, and United States Congress member Ted Lieu.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 13:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Contest Winners Announced: What's in the Time Capsule?]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dozens of students entered the contest to predict what we'd find in the Time Capsule buried on the quad in 1976. The winners who made the most correct and accurate predictions are:

• First place: Oscar Ashby (6th grade)
• Second place: Zurie Dinani (7th grade)
• Third place: Ela Veli (8th grade)

They each won a Time Capsule T-shirt. As first place winner, Oscar also won a Time Capsule hoodie.

Congratulations to these students for their excellent predictions!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms Annual Giving Campaign: Spring 2026]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents: Please support your school by donating to Friends of Palms. The services provided to Palms students depends on your generosity. Any amount, small or large,  is appreciated.

To donate and enter our raffle, go to bit.ly/FOP_Spring2026]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 05:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Ballet Folklórico Show: May 21]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico will perform in the auditorium on Thursday, May 21, starting at 6:00pm  All Palms families are invited.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 20:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Panda Express: May 21]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Have a great meal while helping your school. Thursday, May 21, 2026 is Dining for Dollars at all Panda Express locations.

The closest Panda Express is at Venice and Overland in Culver City, open 9:00am to midnight.

If you order in person, show the flyer on paper or on your phone. If you order on the web or with the mobile app, use fundraiser code 9015411. Panda Express will donate 20% to Friends of Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 10:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: May 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2200161</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, May 21, 2026, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom.

This is the last SSC meeting of the 2025-2026 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 19:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: May 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2200738</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the final Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting of the school year, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, starting at 6:30pm in the Library.

For new and returning families, now is the time to fill in the Volunteer Form to let us know how you will help your school during the coming school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: May 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2200174</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, May 18, from 4:00pm to 5:00m in Zoom or the Library.

This is the second-to-last LSLC meeting for the 2025-2026 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 22:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: May 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2199541</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for Coffee With the Principal on Friday, May 15, from 8:30am to 9:30am, in Zoom or in the Library.

You'll hear from Palms Principal Mr. Enriquez, Palms administrators and coordinators, and Friends of Palms, learn what's happening on campus, and have a chance to ask questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register for the Time Capsule Ceremony]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2189991</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students and their families can now register for the Time Capsule ceremony on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:00am. Doors open at 9am.

To attend the ceremony, you must register in advance and check in when you arrive. To look your best, wear your new Time Capsule T-shirts and hoodies!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winds & Strings Concert: May 14]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Are your students in the Winds & Percussion class or the Strings class? They may  have been beginners in the Fall, but now they are ready to show you how much they've learned this year.

The Winds & Strings Concert will be on Thursday, May 14, 2026, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: April 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2199071</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The April Students of the Month are MInsuh Kang (6th grade), Zaden Ayers (7th grade), and Itzyana Cruz (8th grade).

Congratulations to these winners!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 04:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Meeting about the 2027 East Coast Class Trip]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2198755</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seventh grade parents are invited to a Zoom meeting on Wednesday,, May 13, starting at 6:00pm, for information about next year's 2027 East Coast Call Trip for 8th graders.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 08:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Healthy Relationships: May 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2198145</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Zoom-based workshop for parents on the topic of "Healthy Relationships" will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from, 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

The workshop will cover helping your child develop healthy boundaries, talking with your teen about relationships, and encouraging positive self-esteem.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Parent Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2198142</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 7th graders should attend the Zoom meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, starting at 5:00pm, for information about 8th grade next year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 18:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["What's in the Time Capsule?" Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2195209</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms students can predict what we will find in the 1976 Time Capsule by entering the "What's in the Time Capsule?" contest starting Monday, May 4, 2025, using the link in Schoology. Good luck!

We'll open the Time Capsule on Saturday, May 16. Palms students and family members who want to attend must complete the reservation form and check-in upon arrival. Doors open at 9am. The ceremony begins at 10am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Instrumental Spring Concert: May 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2196648</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You're invited to the Instrumental Spring Concert on Thursday, May 7, at 6:00pm in the Auditorium, conducted by Ms. Jones.

Come listen and hear for yourself how much our music students have learned this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 14:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[East West Players After-School Classes Begin: May 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2195660</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[East West Players free after-school drama classes start on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 3:15pm to 4:30pm in the Auditorium. Students do not need to sign up; just show up by 3:15pm that day.

Palms will continue our collaboration with East West Players Theatre Company, with sponsor Ms. Stansbury with guest instructors Danny Bernardo and Ms. Pauline Yasuda.

Classes will be on May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27, and June 3. There will be a showcase show for invited family and friends.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SBAC Testing: April 28, 29, 30, May 6, 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2154623</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spring 2026 Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) testing takes place on Tuesday April 28, Wednesday April 29, and Thursday April 30, and the next week on Wednesday May 6 and Thursday May 7.

All days from April 28 to May 1, except Tuesday, are Minimum Days.

For each testing day, make sure your child comes to school on time, well rested, having eaten a good breakfast, and with their device fully charged. Advise them to use the bathrooms BEFORE testing begins.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2193409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the April issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 02:44:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: April 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2194427</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, April 30, 2026, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April 30: Last Day to Order Time Capsule T-Shirts and Hoodies]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2192255</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no better memento of the Palms Year of the Time Capsule.

Be sure to place your orders at fopmerch.company.site/products/time-capsule by the deadline: Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 11:59pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: April 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2192897</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, April 27, from 4:00pm to 5:00m in Zoom or the Library.

Membership for the coming school year will be discussed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 20:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on April 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2191436</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Friday, April 24, 2026, for Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day.

School resumes on Monday, April 27, which will be a minimum day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Parent Meeting; Workshops for all Parents: April 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2190985</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Zoom meeting for parents of 7th grade students will take place on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

Parents can also attend either of two "No Parent Left Behind" workshops, one in English and one in Spanish, from 5:15pm to 6:15pm, with advice and tips on parenting through common teenage struggles, including boundary-setting, distress tolerance, and dealing with "extinction bursts."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order Your Time Capsule T-shirts and Hoodies]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2189984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Want to look great at school or at the Time Capsule ceremony? Want a Palms "Year of the Time Capsule" memento? Order your Time Capsule T-shirts and hoodies today. The order deadline is Thursday, April 30, 2026.

The T-shirts and hoodies have a Palms panther and "Year of the Time Capsule" theme on the front and a U.S. history timeline on the back.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 08:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: April 20 to 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2190390</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Show your school spirit by participating in Sprit Week every day from April 20 to 23, 2026.

Monday, April 20: Get Your Mind Right Day: wear a tie like Mr. Ace

Tuesday, April 21: TV Duo Day: you and a friend dress like your favorite TV duo

Wednesday, April 22: Tropical Day: wear your favorite Hawaiian vacation outfit

Thursday, April 23: Couch Potato Day: wear your comfiest clothes

There is no school on Friday, April 17.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: April 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2189860</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, starting at 6:30pm.

Learn what's happening at school, hear from the Principal, school staff, and Friends of Palms, and have your questions answered.

It's also your first chance to choose how you will help your school as volunteer for the coming school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volunteer to Help with Time Capsule Events]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2189342</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can help with the Time Capsule-related events on April 18, May 15, and May 16. Please fill out the "Time Capsule Project Volunteers" form to see the many ways that you can help.

To see the link, click the headline above.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: April 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2189328</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for Coffee With the Principal on Friday, April 17, from 8:30am to 9:30am, in Zoom or in the Library.

You'll hear from Palms Principal Mr. Enriquez, Palms administrators and coordinators, and Friends of Palms, learn what's happening on campus, and have a chance to ask questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Drama Performance: April 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2188574</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in the Theatre Arts elective, taught by Mr. Flores, will perform their Spring drama on Thursday, April 16, 2026, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.

The show title is "Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion" and the story is by playwright Ian McWethy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winners of the Women's History Month Album Art Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2188309</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 Women's History Month Album Art Contest, with art based on the covers of music albums. See the art on the Women's History Month page.

• Arva Parikh for "Wow Machine" by British band Stealing Sheep (1st place)

• Heidy Cruz Hernandez for "Rosie" by Rosé from the KPop group Blackpink (2nd place tie)

• Marissa Garcia for "A Matter of Time" by Icelandic singer and songwriter Laufey (2nd place tie)

Thank you to all participants and those students who came out to vote for your favorite pick. Winners and participants can stop by Room 45 for your prize or a participation treat.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Tut's and Rutt's: April 13 to 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2187321</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can support Friends of Palms and save money by having a meal at Tut's Egyptian on West Washington Blvd. or Rutt's Hawaiian on Washington Place. Mention promo code PALMS. You'll get 5% off your order and the restaurant will donate 15% to Friends of Palms.

This Dining for Dollars event runs from Monday, April 13 to Sunday, April 19, 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 05:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: April 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2186369</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th grade students are invited to the Eighth Grade Parent Meeting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, starting at 6:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Math Teams Win Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2185970</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Saturday, March 21, 2026, the Palms Math Club competed in the LAUSD Region West Math Field Day.  The Palms 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade teams all won First Place! They will be representing LAUSD at the Los Angeles County Office of Education Math Field Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026.

Congratulations to the students in Math Club and to Ms. Leon, math teacher and Math Club sponsor!

See photos on the Math Club page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 21:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Volunteers and Donations Needed]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2175866</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please help us with the once-in-a-generation Time Capsule project. 

Your tax-deductible donation will be used for the 2026 Time Capsule. Donations of any amount are gratefully accepted. If you donate $100 or more, we will put your name on a "Palms Time Capsule Supporters" plaque, sealed in the Time Capsule.

https://fopmerch.company.site/products/time-capsule-donations

Donate items from the Time Capsule wishlist to help fill the 2026 Time Capsule. All items must be received by April 10.

https://volunteersignup.org/T7PPE

Finally, volunteer to help at the Time Capsule Reveal event on Saturday, May 16, 2026, and related events.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Graders in Washington D.C.]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2185114</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade students on the East Coast Class Trip toured our nation's capital, visiting Mount Vernon, the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the World War II Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Korean War Memorial, the National Mall and Tidal Basin, the Washington Monument, the White House, Arlington National Cemetery, the Marine Corps Iwo Jima War Memorial, and Ford's Theatre.

Trip photos are on the Trip Journal 2026 page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Visitor Day: April 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2184939</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Prospective Palms families are invited to Visitor Day on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 3:00pm to 4:45pm.

Meet our teachers, learn about our programs, and speak with students and parents. No registration is required. Please join us!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Graders in Philadelphia]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2184822</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade students on the East Coast Class Trip arrived in Philadelphia and visited the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Center, Ben Franklin's grave, Elfreth's Alley, the Friendship Meeting House, and the National Constitution Center.

Follow the trip and see photos on the Trip Journal 2026 page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule X-Ray Reveals Bones]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2184181</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms science teacher Mr. Tyson used his classroom X-ray machine to study what's in the 1976 Time Capsule. The X-ray image revealed the skeleton of a juvenile stultusaurus, an ancient dinosaur that roamed the area now known as Palms.

As paleontologists and Palms Middle School students know, way back in the 1970s the area surrounding Kelton Avenue, Woodbine Street, and Glendon Avenue was swampland, where dinosaurs like the stultusaurus munched on native plants while keeping an eye out for predators like the deadly chompadon and the fearsome swallowdactal.

We hope to learn more about the ancient era of 1976 when we open the Time Capsule and examine the dinosaur bones inside.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Graders in New York]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2184178</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade students on the East Coast Class Trip arrived at New York Grand Central Station and visited the Apollo Theater and the Empire State Building. Next they visited Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, Lower Manhattan, Trinity Church, Wall Street, Chinatown, Little Italy, the 9/11 Memorial, and finally Times Square.

Follow the trip and see photos on the Trip Journal 2026 page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Graders in Boston]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2183350</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In Boston, eighth grade students have visited the Old North Church, Paul Revere's House, the Old Granary Burial Ground, Boston Common King's Chapel, the Old State House, Faneuil Hall, Fenway Park; the Museum of Fine Arts, the USS Constitution ("Old Ironsides"), and the Harvard Museum of Natural History.

Follow the trip and see photos on the Trip Journal 2026 page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade East Coast Trip Begins]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2183148</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth graders taking the Class Trip to the east coast have started their visit in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. You can follow their activities and see daily photos on the Trip Journal 2026 page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2182276</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the March issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House: March 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2175623</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to Open House from 5:00 to 7:00pm on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Tips:

• P.E. classes meet in the gym.

• Elementary school-age siblings are not only welcome but may find it especially helpful to see what middle school classrooms are like. Please make sure they are supervised at all times.

• Teachers are present at Open House but this is not the time for Parent-Teacher conferences.

• Street parking is limited so carpooling and ride sharing are encouraged.

While you are on campus, visit the Connecting Cultures Exhibit in the Library too!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on March 27; Spring Break March 30 to April 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2182646</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Friday, March 27, 2026. In many areas it is now recognized as Farmworkers Day.

Spring Break is the week from Monday, March 30 to Friday, April 3. The Spring semester resumes on Monday, April 6. Enjoy the break!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 13:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fill Out the School Experience Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2168043</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents: Click ot tap "Fill out the survey" (or scan the QR code) to fill out the School Experience Survey, if you haven't already done so. Your feedback helps us best serve the needs of the school community.

Once you're filled out the survey, click "Don't show again."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thank You Beautification Day Volunteers]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2180898</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Saturday, March 21, 2026 was Beautification Day. Thank you to the 11 students, 15 family members, teachers, administrators, and staff who cleaned the campus, cleaned walls, retouched wall paint, and did power washing. Thank you also to those who brought food, drinks, or supplies, or who donated for the event.

Beautification Day was organized by Anne Arikian and Karen Cavassani.

See the photo slideshow on the Beautification Day web page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Webinar with Dr. Collier, Region West Superintendent: March 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2180830</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join Dr. Denise Collier, LAUSD Region West Superintendent, in a Families in Partnership webinar on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.

The webinar will cover
• Dual Enrollment
• College Ready: A-G Courses
• Credit Recovery
• Summer School
• Social and Emotional Wellness Resources
• Attendance Matters
• Get Ready for CAASPP
• Reading Resources
• We Are One Resources]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 20:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: March 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2180825</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, March 23, from 4:00pm to 5:00m in Zoom or the Library.

The LSLC oversees the school calendar, professional development schedule, budget for instructional materials, student discipline guidelines, and school equipment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 19:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Beautification Day: March 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178376</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us for Beautification Day on Saturday March 21, 2026, from 9:00am to 1:00pm. We will clean the campus, clean the walls, retouch wall paint, and do power washing.

You can sign up to help clean up the campus, to bring food, drinks, and/or supplies, and/or to donate.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 13:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Gifted/SAS Parent Meeting: March 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178373</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of GATE and SAS students are invited to the Gifted/SAS Parent Meeting on Thursday, March 19, 2026, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: March 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178036</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, March 19, 2026, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Joe's Pizza: March 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178375</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families can enjoy a delicious meal while raising money for Friends of Palms by participating in Dining for Dollars at Joe's Pizza on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 from 11:00am to 11:00pm.

Joe's Pizza is at 3400 Overland Ave, between National and Venice.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Webinar on Summer School Enrollment Opportunities: March 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178067</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade parents and students can attend a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, starting at 5:00pm, to learn about opportunities for summer school, including these programs:
• Rising Freshman Success
• Dual Enrollment
• International Newcomer Enrichment Summer Program
• Migrant Education Program Summer School 2026

Dual Enrollment classes:
• Principals of Healthful Living
• Elementary Spanish I
• American Sign Language I
• Mexican-American in the History of the U.S. II
• College Algebra
• Plane Geometry
• Intermediate Algebra]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: March 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, starting at 6:30pm.

Learn what's happening at school, hear from the Principal, school staff, and Friends of Palms, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Donate Items for the 2026 Time Capsule]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2178359</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit volunteersignup.org/T7PPE to see the Palms wishlist of items to put in the 2026 Time Capsule that we'll bury in May.

Choose whichever items you can donate. All items must be received by Friday, April 10, 2026.

A thank-you for these donors will be displayed in the Palms entrance area.

Palms also needs monetary donations to cover other Time Capsule expenses.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 15:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: March 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2177393</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, March 13, 2026 is a Minimum Day.

School will be out at 12:37pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 20:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: February 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2177277</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The February Students of the Month are Siddartha Patel (6th grade), Alexa Jimenez Gomez (7th grade), and Karen Garcia Peralta (8th grade).

Congratulations to these winners!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Letter to Parents About CAASPP testing]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2176676</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) testing will begin on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The attached letter from Principal Mr. Enriquez provides details, links, tips, and contact information.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chamber Concert: March 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2175865</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to the Chamber Concert on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.

Students have been practicing hard for this concert, and you don't want to miss it.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Parent Workshop on Grief and Loss: March 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2175864</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Zoom workshop on Wednesday, Match 11,  2026, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. The topic is Grief and Loss, and parents will learn how to support their child who has experienced a loss.

This is the sixth of seven LAUSD workshops on three different topics for the school year, and the last on the topic of Grief and Loss.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 22:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Ahead for Daylight Saving Time: March 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2175292</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Set your clocks forward one hour.

This is also a good time to check your emergency supplies and change the batteries in your smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and flashlights.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Panorama Picture Day: March 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2173351</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The eighth grade Panorama Picture will be taken on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, during Period 1. Copies of the Panorama Picture will be sold at the Student Store.

Be sure that students wear their school gear or their school colors that day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview for Prospective New Families: March 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2174085</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last of eight Palms Previews for prospective Palms Middle School families will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 9:15 to 10:15am, on campus.

Each event includes an information session, a campus tour, and classroom visits. Family members are welcome. Registration is required.

Current Palms Parents are invited to help with the tours. Fill out the volunteer form if you can help.

There will be a somewhat similar event, called Visitor Day, on Tuesday, April 6, 2026, from 3:00 to 4:45pm, where you can talk to teachers, students, and parents, and learn about the programs at Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Weekly Survey #6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2172699</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The results of weekly student surveys will go in the 2026 Time Capsule in May 2026.

Student survey #5 was about FUN AND GAMES. Students chose MONOPOLY as their favorite board game and FLIGHT as their favorite superpower.

Student survey #6, running from March 2 to 6, is the final survey in the series. The themes are PEOPLE AND PLACES. What country would you most like to visit?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: February 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2171149</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, February 27, 2026 is a Minimum Day. School will be out at 12:37pm. See the Bell Schedule page for the Minimum Day bell schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2170768</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the February issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: February 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2170767</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, February 26, 2026, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Weekly Survey #5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2170106</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The results of weekly student surveys will go in the 2026 Time Capsule in May 2026.

Student survey #4 was about TV AND MOVIES. Students chose GOAT as their favorite current movie and THE SANDLOT as their favorite classic movie.

Student survey #5, running from February 23 to 27, is about FUN AND GAMES. What is your favorite game?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:50:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on High School Readiness: February 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2170055</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a parent workshop on the topic of High School Readiness, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 7:00pm to 8:00pm in Zoom.

The workshop is especially important for 8th grade parents, but it's not too soon for all parents to understand high school requirements.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview for Prospective New Families: February 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2169550</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The sixth of eight Palms Previews for prospective Palms Middle School families will be held on Monday, Feburary 23, 2026, from 9:15 to 10:15am, on campus.

Each event includes an information session, a campus tour, and classroom visits. Family members are welcome. Registration is required.

Current Palms Parents are invited to help with the tours. Fill out the volunteer form if you can help.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: February 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2169549</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, February 23, from 4:00pm to 5:00m in Zoom or the Library.

The LSLC oversees the school calendar, professional development schedule, budget for instructional materials, student discipline guidelines, and school equipment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:11:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: February 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2168671</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal will be Friday, February 20, from 8:30am to 9:30am, in Zoom or in the Library.

You'll hear from Palms Principal Mr. Enriquez, Palms administrators and coordinators, and Friends of Palms, learn what's happening on campus, and have a chance to ask questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 15:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Art Contest Winners Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2167720</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the winners of the Time Capsule Art Contest! Their winning art will be placed in the 2026 Time Capsule, which will be buried in May 2026, to be dug up in 2076.

1st place winners:
• Eleonora Beylin (6th grade)
• Adelaide Wallis (7th grade)
• Abigail Rison (8th grade)

2nd place winners:
• Nicolas Van Den Bosch (6th grade)
• Naomi Ominsky (7th grade)

3rd place winners:
• Josephine Rademacher (6th grade)
• Caitlin Cardano (7th grade)

View the art slideshow on the Art Contest page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 16:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Weekly Survey #4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2167202</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The results of weekly student surveys will go in the 2026 Time Capsule in May 2026.

Student survey #3 was about MUSIC. Students chose DRAKE as their favorite solo music artist and KATSEYE as their favorite music group.

Student survey #4, running from February 17 to 20, is about TV AND MOV IES. What is your favorite movie?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 14:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: February 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2166962</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, starting at 6:30pm.

Learn what's happening at school, hear from the Principal, school staff, and Friends of Palms, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 07:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School for President's Day: February 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2166666</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, for the President's Day holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: January 2026]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2165230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The January Students of the Month are Luna Cuevas (6th grade), Sophia Granados (7th grade), and Jonah Cort (8th grade).

Congratulations to these winners!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Anxiety: February 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2164254</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An LAUSD Parent Workshop on the subject of Anxiety will take place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Zoom.  Parents will learn about anxiety and strategies to support their child.

This is the fifth of seven LAUSD workshops on three mental health topics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Panda Express and at Nothing bundt Cakes: February 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2164251</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's double the fun with two Dining for Dollars fundraisers on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

Dining for Dollars at any Panda Express anywhere, including in Culver Center: Order in person (show the flyer) or order on the web or with the mobile app (use fundraiser code "9012890").

Dining for Dollars at Nothing bundt Cakes in Culver City: Order in person (show the flyer) or order on the web or with the mobile app (use code "joy").]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Weekly Survey #3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2164242</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The results of weekly student surveys will go in the 2026 Time Capsule in May 2026.

Student survey #2 was about SPORTS. Students chose SOCCER as their favorite sport to play, just ahead of VOLLEYBALL.

Student survey #3, running from February 9 to 13, is about MUSIC. What is your favorite musical group?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 10:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Please Fill Out the School Experience Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2162967</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are asked to fill out the School Experience Survey. The feedback you give is used to help the school community best serve the needs of its members.

Go to https://ses.lausd.org/TakeTheSES or scan the QR code.

The deadline is Friday, March 27, but it's better to fill it out today!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:51:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Arva Parikh, Palms Spelling Bee Champ, Places in the Regionals]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2162180</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After Arva Parikh won the Palms Spelling Bee on January 23, 2026, he competed in the Region West regional competition, where he won 2nd place. Congratulations, Arva!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:09:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School-Parent Compact Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2162150</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School-Parent Compact is an agreement — among a Palms student, their parents, and Palms Middle School — to share responsibility for the success of the student's education.

The 2025-2026 School-Parent Compact is now available for download, in English and in Spanish, on the School-Parent Compact page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2161503</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the January issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Candy Grams for Sale: February 2 to 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2161283</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candy grams are heart-shaped lollipops with a card that students can send to their friends, to be delivered on Valentine's Day.

Students can buy candy grams on the quad stage during lunch on Monday, February 2 through Wednesday, February 11, 2026. They cost $1 each.

Write the name of the recipient, the recipient's homeroom or homeroom teacher, and a message, then drop the card in the drop-off box.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:32:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Weekly Survey #2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2160892</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The results of weekly student surveys will go in the 2026 Time Capsule in May 2026.

Student survey #1 was about FOOD. Students chose PEPPERONI over PINEAPPLE as their favorite pizza topping.

Student survey #2, running from February 2 to 6, is about SPORTS. Which is your favorite sport?]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:29:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Martin Luther King's Dream: Essay Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2160886</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP) is sponsoring an essay contest. Students are to read or listen to a speech by Martin Luther King Jr and then write about it. Download the flyer for details.

Submit entries to Mrs. Eubanks, Ms. Roberts, or Mr. Turner in Room 114 by the deadline of Friday, February 6, 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 14:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview for Prospective New Families: January 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2160130</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The fifth of eight Palms Previews for prospective Palms Middle School families will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 9:15 to 10:15am, on campus.

Each event includes an information session, a campus tour, and classroom visits. Family members are welcome. Registration is required.

Current Palms Parents are invited to help with the tours. Fill out the volunteer form if you can help.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Parent Meeting: January 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2159308</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 7th grade students are invited to a Zoom meeting on Thursday, January 29, 2026, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

Topics will include 8th grade electives , 8th grade culmination requirements, and upcoming events  for 7th graders.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Donuts with Dad: January 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2159304</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The BSAP-sponsored "Donuts with Dad" event is Thursday, January 29, 2026, in front of school, from 7:30am to 8:15am.

You can share words of wisdom while enjoying delicious donuts and coffee. All dads, granddads and father figures are welcome.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Mental Health: January 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2159042</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Parent Workshop on the topic of Mental Health will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.

Topics will include conditions that impact teenagers and their warning signs, strategies to talk to your child about concerns and help them build resilience, and resources to support your teen's well-being,

Note: Topics in this workshop include suicide prevention and real-life stories of mental health recovery.

This is the fifth of nine parent workshops being presented by the Palms staff this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:00:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Weekly Surveys]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2157775</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each week starting January 26, Palms students can tell us their favorite food, favorite games, favorite sports, etc. by filling out that week's weekly survey. Students: Scan the QR code to get started!

Students can fill out the survey any day from Monday to Friday, at school or at home. There will be a new survey topic each week. Survey results will be put in the new Time Capsule, so 2076 Palms students of the future can learn about 2026 Palms students of the present.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:51:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spelling Bee Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2157770</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual Palms Spelling Bee was held on Friday, January 23, 2026.

The winner, for the second year in a row, was Arva Parikh, now an 8th grader. His winning word was "acquiesce."

Tied for second place: Lily Dea (6th grade) and Abigail Rison (8th grade).

Congratulations to Arva, Lily, and Abigail, and thank you to everyone who participated!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:49:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Spirit Week: January 26 to 30]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's Welcome Back Spirit Week from Monday, January 26 to Friday, January 30, 2026. Show your school spirit by participating every day!

Monday is Grade Color Day. 6th graders wear green, 7th graders wear  black, and 8th graders wear navy blue!

Tuesday is Anything But a Backpack Day. Find another way to lug your stuff!

Wednesday is Dress Like a Parent, Teacher, or Career Day. Take your choice!

Thursday is Sports Jersey Day. Support your favorite team!

Friday is Team USA Day. Be patriotic!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: January 26]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, January 26, from 4:00pm to 5:00m in Zoom or the Library.

The LSLC oversees the school calendar, professional development schedule, budget for instructional materials, student discipline guidelines, and school equipment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: January 22]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Zoom meeting for parents of 8th grade students will be held on Thursday, January 22, starting at 5:30pm.

The meeting will cover culmination requirements, eligibility for 8th grade activities, and LAUSD high school requirements.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 09:40:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Art Contest Deadline Extended]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2154628</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The deadline for students to submit their entries for the Time Capsule Art Contest has been extended a week, to Friday, January 23, 2026, at 3:30pm. See the Contest Rules on the Art Contest page.

Some students were working on their art pieces but didn't finish by the original deadline. The extra week will give everyone a chance to participate and finish.

Three winners will be selected for each grade level, with the winning entries placed in the new Time Capsule, One contest entry will be selected as the official Time Capsule T-shirt design.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:48:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC and BSAP Parent Meetings: January 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2155462</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom or the Library.

The Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP) will hold a meeting for parents at the same time, January 21, 5:00pm to 6:00pm, in Zoom. Contact BSAP Counselor Mrs. Eubanks for the Zoom address.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 05:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: January 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2154744</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting of 2026 is on Tuesday, January 20, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.

You'll  hear from school administrators and program coordinators, learn what's happening at school, including news about the Year of the Time Capsule, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on January 19]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[School is closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 for the holiday celebrating the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day has been a California holiday since 1981.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 19:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Do You Have Items for our 1970s Display Case?]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2148161</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In celebration of the Year of the Time Capsule, Palms is preparing a display case outside the Library with items from the 1970s. Palms parents, grandparents, and other relatives are invited to lend Palms "1970s artifacts" for the display.

Examples: magazines, 1970s-era clothes, a rotary phone, a transistor radio, an early pocket calculator, a Polaroid camera, a lava lamp

If you have items to lend Palms for a few months, email TimeCapsule@PalmsMiddleSchool.org. You'll get the items back later in the school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 07:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: January 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2153568</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Coffee With the Principal for 2026 will be Friday, January 16, from 8:30am to 9:30am, in Zoom or in the Library.

You'll hear from Palms Principal Mr. Enriquez, Palms administrators and coordinators, and Friends of Palms, learn what's happening on campus, and have a chance to ask questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 08:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: January 15]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, January 15, 2026, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:59:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Mental Health Wellness: January 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2152041</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An LAUSD Parent Workshop on Mental Health Wellness will take place on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Zoom.

This is the 4th of seven LAUSD workshops on three mental health topics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 10:28:39 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back for the Spring Semester]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2151598</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Spring semester begins on Monday, January 12, 2026. Happy New Year to everyone in the Palms community!

i-Ready middle-of-year testing will take place next week in an extended Homeroom from 8:00am to 10:00am on Tuesday January 20, Wednesday January 21, and Thursday January 22, with 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.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 11:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Academy: January 5 to 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2149227</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD's Winter Academy, during the week of January 5, 2026, lets students explore enriching concepts and receive additional individualized academic instruction.

Winter Academy is on the Palms campus, using a regular school day schedule with breakfast, lunch, and breaks. Monday, January  5 is the last day to sign-up in the Palms Main Office.

More information can be found in the Winter Academy FAQ.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Break: December 22 to January 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2148212</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school for the three weeks of Winter Break, starting Monday, December 22, 2025. School will resume with the start of the Spring Semester on Monday, January 12, 2026.

During the break, keep in mind:
• You can continue to support Friends of Palms with donations.
• You can order the 2026 Palms Yearbook.
• You can lend Palms items from the 1970s for our display case.
• The Time Capsule Art Contest is in progress.
• School vacations are a great time for reading.
• Public libraries have many special events scheduled.

Palms wishes everyone a happy and relaxed holiday season!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: November 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2148440</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The November Students of the Month are Christian Laris (6th grade), Isaac Mena (7th grade), and Andre Jones (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Have You Ordered Your 2026 Yearbook?]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2147895</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There's still time to order your 2026 Palms Yearbook, which will have fun-filled pages covering events, activities, clubs, and more, as well as photos of all 6th graders, 7th graders, and 8th graders, for this special Year of the Time Capsule.

The Yearbook can be ordered now for $40 at jostens.com, for delivery near the end of the school year. Your order can be a holiday gift for your Palms student!

Ordering ahead of time is the only way to guarantee your copy. Keep your Palms Middle School memories forever!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Device Liability Policy]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2147884</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and guardians should download and review the Device Liability Policy the covers student and parent/guardian responsibility for instructional materials, including textbooks, library books, and especially iPads and Chromebooks.

It's important to understand that in some cases, restitution may be required If school property is lost or willfully damaged.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:08:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2147468</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the December issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Art Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2139668</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[As part of the 2025-2026 Year of the Time Capsule, Palms is having a Time Capsule Art Contest. The theme is "Study the Past! Observe the Present! Imagine the Future!"

Palms students are invited to submit original artwork that reflects any part of the theme, particularly the years 1976, 2026, and 2076.

Three winners will be selected for each grade level. The winning entries will be placed in the Palms Time Capsule that we'll bury in 2026, to be opened in 2076. Also, one contest entry will be selected as the official Time Capsule T-shirt design.

Be sure to read the Contest Rules and see the Art Contest page. The contest submission deadline is Friday, January 16, 2026, at 3:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 05:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Dances: December 17 and 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2147362</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Winter Dance for 7th and 8th graders takes place on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 3:15pm to 4:15pm on the Library patio. Snacks will be available for purchase.

The Winter Dance for 6th graders takes place on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 3:07pm to 4:15pm on the Library patio. There will be a dance contest, an ugly sweater contest, and a "All I want for Christmas is You" conga line, led by the Grinch. Pizza, chips, and soda will be available for purchase.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 08:51:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Burger Lounge: December 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2147481</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Palms families for a delicious meal on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. This month's Dining for Dollars event is at Burger Lounge from 11:00am to 9:00pm.

If you order online, use code FUNDRAISER. If you visit in person, mention Friends of Palms or show the flyer. Burger Lounge will donate 20% of the bill to Friends of Palms.

Burger Lounge has two locations: at 9901 W. Washington Blvd. (at Duquesne) in Culver City and at 13455 Maxella Avenue (near Glencoe) in Marina Del Rey.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Parent Workshop on Grief and Loss: December 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2143260</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Zoom workshop on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. The topic is Grief and Loss, and parents will learn how to support their child who has experienced a loss.

This is one of seven LAUSD workshops on three different topics for the school year, and the first on the topic of Grief and Loss.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enjoy See's Candy While Supporting Palms!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2141037</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enjoy See's Candies While Helping Palms
See's Candies fundraiser
You can support Palms with your purchases of See's Candies. To place an order, go to the fundraising page or scan the QR code.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ten-Day Attendance Challenge]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2143165</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students with perfect attendance for the last 10 days before Winter Break (Monday December 8 to Friday December 19, 2025) will be entered into a raffle to win Lego sets, puzzles, board games, art sets, jewelry kits, or other prizes.

There will be at least 3 winners for each grade level.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[You Can Help Palms Support "Safe Place for Youth"]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2139596</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each year, Palms supports Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y), a local charity that helps young people transition off the streets.

You can donate needed items by dropping them off in the donation boxes in the main Palms entrance. The deadline is Monday, December 15, 2025.

What's needed by S.P.Y: full size shampoos and conditioners, journals, chapsticks, gloves, full size body wash, and shower caddies.

See the Safe Place for Youth page for more details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Deadline for Career Day Presenters: December 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2142589</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Career Day (Friday, January 16, 2026), parents and community members will talk to Palms students about their talents, career, and personal journey.

The deadline to sign up as a presenter is Friday, December, 5, 2025. Don't miss out on this great opportunity.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Class Trip Scholarships]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2140566</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Lisa Clark Memorial Scholarships are awarded by Friends of Palms to allow four eighth grade students to join the Eighth Grade East Coast Trip, March 28 to April 3, 2026. Two full scholarships and two partial scholarships were awarded.

Awardees:
• Christopher Nicolas Raymundo
• Daniel Nuñez
• Lu Lipmen
• Reese Manuel]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 22:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Successful Canned Food Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2140151</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thank you to everyone who donated items for this year's Canned Food Drive.

Leadership students packed 31 bags of canned and dried foods, and hand-decorated each one with holiday images and wishes. The bags were delivered on the Sunday before Thanksgiving to the Bread of Life food pantry on Washington Blvd.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Break: November 24 to 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2138012</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school from Monday, November 24 to Friday, November 28, 2025, the week of Thanksgiving.

School resumes on Monday, December 1.

Palms wishes everyone a happy holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Remember Palms on Giving Tuesday]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2139479</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friends of Palms supports YOUR children and YOUR school. Please donate to Friends of Palms on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, this year's date for Giving Tuesday.

See the Donate page for ways to donate to Friends of Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 18:11:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meetings: December 1 and December 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2138008</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be a special meeting of the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) on Monday, December 1 to hold new ELAC elections. This is in addition to the regular monthly ELAC meeting on Wednesday, December 3. Both meetings start at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: November 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2137365</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Principal Mr. Enriquez and his staff for Coffee With the Principal on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 8:30am to 9:30am in Zoom or in the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:20:51 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: November 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2137364</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, November 20, 2025, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Historic Figure Pumpkin Decorating - Featured Pumpkins]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2137317</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[History students decorated pumpkins to look like historic figures from the periods of history they are studying. The student body voted on their favorites, with these pumpkins getting the most votes:

• Most Historically Accurate: Sargon of Akkad by Erick Ramos (6th grade)
• Most Creative: Socrates by Lily Dea (6th grade)
• Best Engineered: Quetzalcoatl by Reese Fiske (7th grade)
• Most Life-Like: Mark Twain by Carlos Valadez (8th grade)
•  Most Original: Clara Barton by Sheryl Hernandez (8th grade)
• Most Decorative: Tokugawa Ieyasu, Shogun of Japan by Ocean Leonard (7th grade)

See slideshows with dozens of decorated pumpkins on our Historic Figure Pumpkin Decorating page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2137262</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the November issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at California Fish Grill - November 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2136697</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to enjoy a meal at California Fish Grill, on Slauson Avenue in Culver City, on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 11:00am to 8:00pm.

California Fish Grill will donate 25% of your order to Friends of Palms, whether it's dine-in, take-out, pick-up, or delivered.

If you order in person, tell your server that you support Palms Middle School. If you order online, use promo code fund2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:10:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Message from the Principal about Immigration Enforcement]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2136687</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Mr. Enriquez has issued the following message to parents and guardians.

We are aware of reports of immigration enforcement activity near our campus. Our school has not been contacted by any federal agency.

As we monitor the situation, we continue to maintain standard procedures for access to our campus - one access point where all visitors must provide identification and proper authorization prior to entering.

We want to reaffirm the District’s unwavering commitment to the well-being and education of all students. Mental health support is available on campus for impacted students and employees. Additionally, please note that our website lausd.org/weareone is available 24/7 with resources regarding the District's policies and "Know Your Rights" updates.

Please do not hesitate to call me at (310) 253-7600 if you have any further questions or concerns.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: November 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2135471</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, November 18, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.

Learn what's happening at school and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: November 17 to 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2135468</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The week of November 17 to 21, 2025 is Spirit Week. Show your school spirit by participating every day!

Monday is Monochromatic Day: Wear all one color!

Tuesday is Twin Day: Dress just like a friend!

Wednesday is Pink Day: Wear something pink!

Thursday is College Day: Represent your favorite university!  Listen for the Palms Band playing the UCLA Fight Song!

Friday is Pajama Pant/Couch Potato Day: Wear your comfiest clothes!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: November 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2135412</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council  (LSLC) will meet on Monday, November 17, 2025, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 17:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on i-Ready: November 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119944</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Parent Workshop on the topic of "Unlocking the Power of i-Ready" will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in Zoom or the Library.

This is the third of nine parent workshops being presented by the Palms staff this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: October 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134730</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The October Students of the Month are Clara Lara Martinez (6th grade), Eleanora Beylin (7th grade), and Eva Rose Rhoton (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Fill out the Title I Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134726</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are asked to fill out the anonymous Title I Parent Survey by the deadline of Monday, November 17, 2025.

Palms is asking how you think the school should spend its Title I funds next year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:39:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student ID Card Required for School-Issued Meal]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134718</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The LAUSD Food Services Branch requires students to present their Student ID Card during nutrition and lunch to receive a school-issued meal.

If a student's ID Card is lost, there is a $5 fee to receive a replacement at the Student Store.

This policy went into effect on Monday, November 3, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enrollment Open for LAUSD Winter Academy]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134706</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD's Winter Academy (January 5 to 9, 2026) offers both instructional support in core subjects and enrichment opportunities that may include
• Visual & Performing Arts
• STEAM
• Movement
• Social Emotional Learning
• Financial Literacy

Enrollment is now open for all Winter Academy programs. Online enrollment ends on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Students will receive their confirmation letters during the week of December 15, 2025.

Palms will be one of the Winter Academy school locations. As space permits, Palms students who attend will be assigned to Palms as their Winter Academy school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:02:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Order your 2026 Palms Yearbook]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134698</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's time to pre-order the 2026 Palms Yearbook, with formal photos of Palms students, scenes around the Palms campus, and photos of activities, with a special focus on the once-in-a-generation Time Capsule Project.

Pre-ordering is the only way to guarantee your copy. If you pre-order by November 30, 2025, the discounted price is $35. Later, the price will be $40.

You can order at the Jostens website or by phoning Jostens at 1-877-767-5217.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hispanic Heritage Month Album Art Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134634</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms celebrates Latino and Hispanic history, culture, and achievements during Hispanic Heritage Month, from September 15 to October 15 each year.

This year, 8th grade student  Arva Parikh won a contest to draw a Hispanic-themed album cover. He chose the "Evolution" album cover by Malo, a Latino rock band.

Congratulations Arva!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2134593</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the October issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky. This is the first issue for the 2025-2026 school year.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview for Prospective New Families: November 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2120005</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The fourth of eight Palms Previews for prospective Palms Middle School families will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 9:15 to 10:15am, on campus.

Each event includes an information session, a campus tour, and classroom visits. Family members are welcome. Registration is required.

Current Palms Parents are invited to help with the tours. Fill out the volunteer form if you can help.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Special Education Parent Meeting: November 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2120003</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting for parents of Special Education students will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Anxiety: November 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2120002</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An LAUSD Parent Workshop on the subject of Anxiety will take place on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Zoom.  Parents will learn about anxiety and strategies to support their child.

This is the second of seven LAUSD workshops on three mental health topics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: November 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2120001</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 9:00am to 10:00am in Zoom or the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School for Veterans Day: November 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2120000</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, for the Veterans Day holiday.

Each year the Palms History Department and Leadership class pay homage to the brave men and women who served or have served in the United States Armed Forces by creating the Palms Veterans Day Showcase in the school entrance.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family STEAM Night: November 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119964</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Palms Family STEAM Night will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm on campus. Palms families, prospective new Palms families, and community members are invited to attend.

Palms students will lead short experiments or activities in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Mathematics. Families can walk around to visit each station.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BSAP Meeting: November 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119959</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting for parents of BSAP students, and others who would like to attend, will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.

Look for the Zoom address in Schoology.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Back From Daylight Saving Time: November 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119956</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Set your clocks back one hour. Otherwise, students might show up at Palms an hour early on Monday!

This is also a good time to check your emergency supplies and change the batteries in your smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and flashlights.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[We Are One]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2127325</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit LAUSD’s We Are One website if you or your family need assistance or resources including information on virtual school options, transportation, immigration, health, wellness, food, or housing.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: October 31]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119243</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, October 31, 2025 is a Minimum Day. School will be out at 12:37pm.

See the Code of Conduct page for the Dress Code on Halloween.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: October 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on LAUSD eChoices: October 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119189</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Parent Workshop on the topic of "Understanding LAUSD eChoices" will be held on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.

This is the second of nine parent workshops being presented by the Palms staff this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: October 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119233</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, October 23, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in Zoom or the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at MOD Pizza: October 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enjoy lunch or dinner at MOD Pizza as you help raise funds for Friends of Palms. Our monthly Dining for Dollars event will be on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Order in person, online, or with the MOD Pizza app, for dine-in, take-out, or delivery. Use fundraiser code MODGIVES25 or bring the flyer in person. MOD Pizza will donate 25% of sales to Friends of Palms.

MOD Pizza is at 8985 Venice Blvd. (at Robertson Blvd.) as is open from 10:30am to 10:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: October 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119224</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The monthly meeting of Friends of Palms and PTSA is Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:30 in Zoom.

Please join us to learn what's happening on campus and to have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview for Prospective New Families: October 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119215</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The third of eight Palms Previews for prospective Palms Middle School families will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 9:15 to 10:15am, on campus.

Each event includes an information session, a campus tour, and classroom visits. Family members are welcome. Registration is required.

Current Palms Parents are invited to help with the tours. Fill out the volunteer form if you can help.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Great California ShakeOut Drill: October 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2120390</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Great California ShakeOut is a state-wide event to practice earthquake preparedness. Palms will participate during Period 2 on Thursday, October 16, 2026, simulating a campus-wide emergency for practice.

Parents will not be able to pick up students during the drill.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GATE/SAS Parent Meeting: October 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119954</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting for parents of GATE and SAS students will take place on Thursday, October 16, 2025 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: October 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119947</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 9:00am to 10:00am in Zoom or the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: October 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119210</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting for parents of 8th grade students will be held on Wednesday, October 15 2025, from 6:00pm to 6:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: October 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119202</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 9:00am to 10:00am in Zoom or the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Information Night: October 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119201</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual High School Information Night will be held on the Palms campus on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

We expect to have representatives from Hamilton High, Fairfax High, Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet, Iovine and Young Center, King/Drew  High, University High, Venice High, and Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnet.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Virtual Palms Preview: October 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119147</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Previews give prospective Palms families a change to see and learn about Palms Middle School and its campus. Most Previews are on campus, but this year we're offering one Virtual Palms Preview.

The Virtual Palms Preview will take place on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 5:00pm to 5:45pm in Zoom. This Preview is recommended for families that aren't able to attend an in-person Palms Preview.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual Title I Parent Meeting: October 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119138</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Annual Title I Parent Meeting will take plan on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 9:00am to 10:00am in Zoom.

The Title I program distributes funding to schools with a high percentage of students from low-income families. Palms is a Title I school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BSAP/GATE Family Summit - October 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2119131</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Second Annual Districtwide BSAP/GATE Family Summit will be on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 9:00am to 12:15pm.

The event will be at Gardena High School, 1301 W. 182nd Street, Gardena, CA 90248.

The summit, open to all  students and their families, will feature a keynote address, breakout sessions, and an Advanced Learning Fair.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 08:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: September 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2118120</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The September Students of the Month are Kylie Massengale (6th grade), Louis Revilla (7th grade), and Benjamin Karpoukhin (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Constitution Day Poster Contest Winners]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2118050</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday, September 17, 2025 was United States Constitution Day. Congratulations to the poster contest winners!

• Sixth grade: Joshua Joby
• Seventh grade: Rukuyat Ahmed Rida
• Eighth grade: Lu Lipmen
• Honorable mention: Maya Arcenedux

These and other students helped make Constitution Day a meaningful and memorable celebration of our nation’s history.

National winners will be announced on Monday, November 10.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 08:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Body Officers for 2025-2026]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2118006</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Student Body Officers, the Leadership students who were chosen in the Student Body Election on Friday, September 19, 2025:

• President: Preston Wang
• Vice President: Val Kiselev
• Treasurer: Ihendu Onyenecheheh
• Secretary: Benji Wangsuwama
• Commissioner of Activities:Bella Alvarez]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Banned Books Week: October 6 to 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2117530</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The week of October 6, 2025 is Banned Books Week at Palms, when Palms students champion their right to read.

Students in some Palms classes learn about their right to read, with discussions, signs, and posters promoting the reading of controversial books.

See the Banned Books Week page for details about banned books.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pops Concert: October 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2117292</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first instrumental music concert of the school year is Wednesday, October 8, 2025, starting at 6:00pm in the auditorium.

All Palms families are invited to hear our bands and orchestra, under the direction of Ms. Jones.

Palms students will enjoy the concert at assemblies on Friday, October 10.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 23:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Mental Health Wellness: October 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2117291</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[An LAUSD Parent Workshop on Mental Health Wellness will take place on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 1:00pm to 2:00pm in Zoom.

This is the first of seven LAUSD workshops on three mental health topics.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 23:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Call for Career Day Presenters]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2116653</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Career Day, parents and community members talk to Palms students about their talents, career, and personal journey.

Please consider volunteering for this popular event. Fill out the Career Day Interest Form by the deadline of Friday, December, 5, 2025.

Career Day will be Friday, January 16, 2026.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on October 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2113946</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Thursday, October 2, 2025 for the Jewish Yom Kippur holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Sep 2025 22:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Results of the Geography Bee Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2113690</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The winner of the 2025 Palms Geography Bee was 7th grader Louis France Revilla. He was awarded a certificate and the $35 cash prize.

Congratulations to Louis!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Palms Preview for Prospective New Families: September 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2113516</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Previews allow prospective Palms Middle School parents to visit and learn about Palms Middle School. Each event includes an information session, Q&A, a campus tour, and classroom visits. Family members are welcome. One Palms Preview, on October 13, will be virtual, in Zoom.

Palms Previews are held in September, October, November, January, February, March, and April. Register for your preferred date. The event is very popular, so be sure to register in advance.

Current Palms Parents are invited to help with the tours. Fill out the volunteer form if you can help.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 11:17:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: September 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2112334</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Principal Mr. Enriquez and his staff for Coffee With the Principal on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 8:30am to 9:30am in Zoom or in the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Make-Up Picture Day: September 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2112097</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you did not have your student photo taken on September 4, you'll have it taken on Make-Up Picture Day, Thursday, September 25, 2025.

Wear a smile but do not wear green for this photo.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 17:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Geography Bee and International Dance Contest Try-outs: September 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2112096</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Try-outs for the Geography Bee and International Dance Contest take place on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at lunch in Room 45.

The competition will take place on Friday, September 26.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 17:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: September 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2110972</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) meeting is Wednesday, September 24, 2025 in Zoom.

Officer training is from 5:00pm to 6:00pm, followed by the SSC meeting at 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 19:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on September 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2110968</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 for Rosh Hashanah, which is New Years in the Jewish calendar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 19:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: September 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2110954</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) meets on Monday, September 22, 2025, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm in Zoom or the Library.

The meeting will include officer training.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Sep 2025 18:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sixth Grade Election Results]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2110505</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Sixth Grade Election was held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The candidates were from the Sixth Grade Leadership elective. Congratulations to the new Sixth Grade Officers!

Sixth Grade President: Jasper Scoates

Sixth Grade Vice President: Josephine Rademacher

Sixth Grade Secretary: Kassidy Herd

Sixth Grade Treasurer: Isabella Mitchell]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAT Deadline: September 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2110208</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, September 19, 2025 is the last day for 8th graders to submit permission slips for the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT 8/9). If all 50 places are already filled, then additional permission slips cannot be accepted.

The PSAT will be given on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[BSAP Meeting: September 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2110206</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Meet the Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP) team in a Zoom meeting, or in the Parent Center, on Thursday September 18, 2025, at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Dave's Hot Chicken: September 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2108501</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 for Dining for Dollars at Dave's Hot Chicken, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm.

You can order online at daveshotchicken.com with fundraiser code GIVE or scan the QR code in the flyer at the register.

Dave's will donate 20% of the bill to Friends of Palms.

Dave's Hot Chicken is at 10704 Venice Blvd. (at Overland) in Culver City.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 17:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Officer Training and Monthly Meeting: September 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2108500</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[ELAC Officer Training is Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 8:30am to 9:00am in Zoom or the Library, followed by the monthly ELAC meeting from 9:00am to 10:00am, also in Zoom or the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: September 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2107921</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The monthly meeting of Friends of Palms and PTSA is Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:30 in Zoom.

Please join us to learn what's happening on campus and to have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Pledge Drive]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2106565</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Friends of Palms Pledge Drive has begun, so it's time to make your donation. This is the annual donation drive for Friends of Palms, which supports our educational programs, enrichment programs, teacher support and appreciation, the Palms Garden, other programs and events at school, and much more.

Raffle Special: For every $500 donation made by Sunday, September 26, 2025 on our "Donate" page, you'll receive one entry for a chance to win a restaurant gift card. A $1,000 donation will receive 2 entries, a $1,500 donation will receive 3 entries, and so on.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 15:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Election for Parent Members: September 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2107920</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We need additional parents on the School Site Council (SSC) so there will be a special election on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 9:00am, in Zoom or in the Library.

Please help your school by volunteering as a council member. You'll help decide issues of budget, policies, and school goals.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: September 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2106535</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[September 12, 2025 is a Minimum Day. Class periods are shorter, and dismissal time is 12:37pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Club Rush: September 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2106531</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students can learn about dozens of campus clubs, and sign up for their favorites, during Club Rush on the quad, lunchtime on Thursday, September 11, 2025.

There are 26 lunchtime clubs and 6 after-school clubs, most of them meeting once a week. From Anime Club to Yo-Yo Club, there's something for everyone.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 14:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC and ELAC Elections: September 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2104934</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Elections for the School Site Council (SSC) and English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 from 9:00am to 9:30am in the Library or in Zoom.

You must attend this meeting to be eligible for the election.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on our Phone-Free School: September 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2104928</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to a Parent Workshop in Zoom on the topic of  "Supporting Your Children with Phone-Free School" on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAT Signups: Week of September 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2104338</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Taking the PSAT (Wednesday, October 22, 2025) will give 8th graders practice for the PSAT/NMSQT and the SAT.

The test is available to all 8th grade students, first come, first served. Only 50 spaces are available. The tests costs $14, cash only, at the Student Store. (It was free in past years.)

PSAT permission slips will be distributed to 8th graders during the week of September 8 to 12, 2025, with a return deadline of Friday, September 19 or when all 50 spaces are filled. Full details are on the PSAT page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: September 8 to 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2104305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students can show their school spirit and creativity by participating in Spirit Week each day, September 8 through 12, 2025. The themes were chosen by Leadership.

Monday is Mismatched Day: Mix up your outfits. Plaid with Polka Dots! Orange shirt with green pants! Go crazy!

Tuesday is Tourist Travel T-Shirt Day: Wear gear from your travels or dress like a tourist!

Wednesday is Disney Day. Wear your favorite Disney gear!

Thursday is Crazy Hair Day. Mohawks, colors, etc., with an award for the Craziest Hair Do at lunch on the quad!

Friday is Backwards Day: Wear your clothes backwards!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 12:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sixth Grade Parent Meeting: September 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2098615</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first meeting for parents of sixth grade student is Tuesday, September 8, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in Zoom.

Sixth grade counselor Ms. Gauthier will lead the session.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 05 Sep 2025 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Day: September 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2102967</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday, September 4, 2025 is Picture Day. During P.E. period, student photos will be taken for the Palms Yearbook and for Student ID Cards.

Students should remember to dress nicely but not to wear green. Also be sure to wear a big smile!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:59:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Parent Meeting: September 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2102958</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first meeting for parents of seventh grade student is Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.

Seventh grade counselor Ms. Shin will lead the session.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC and ELAC Orientation Meeting: September 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2101693</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) and the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will have a joint orientation meeting on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 9am to 10am in the Library or in Zoom.

Parents are needed on each committee. To get involved, attend the orientation meeting. To volunteer for either or both, submit the Self Nomination Form by the deadline of Monday, September 8, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2025 09:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on August 29 and September 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2100518</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's a long weekend for students. There is no school on Friday, August 29, for California Admission Day, or on Monday, September 1, which is Labor Day.

California became a state on September 9, 1850. LAUSD celebrates California Admission Day on the Friday before Labor Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 06:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night: August 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2099393</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to Back to School Night on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. You'll follow your child's schedule and hear from each of your child's teachers, learning about the instructional program and academic requirements for each of your child's classes. Back to School Night is not a time for teacher conferences, but instead for group meetings with teachers.

You can enter campus using the main entrance on Woodbine or two gates on Palms Blvd. Carpooling is encouraged as there is no on-site parking. Please do not park in the faculty parking lots.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 03:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: August 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2099312</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first meeting for parents of eighth grade student is Wednesday, August 27, 2025, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm in Zoom.  Eighth grade counselor Ms. Gonzalez will lead the session.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[English Learners (EL) Program Options Meeting: August 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2099308</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents interested in learning about the English Learners programs at Palms should attend the Options meeting on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 from 9:00am to 10:00am in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 16:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Click to Volunteer or Join]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2098578</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Click the headline above for the QR codes to volunteer or join at Palms Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 23 Aug 2025 14:48:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Make Sure Your Contact Information is Up-to-date]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2098213</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your phone number of email address has changed, Palms needs to know about it. Otherwise, you won't receive communications from the school staff, either for routine messages or for urgent notifications about your child.

To update the contact information that Palms has on file, or to check if it's up-to-date, come to the Student Services Office (Room 129) in person during school hours.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Local School Leadership Council Meeting: August 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2098196</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first meeting of the Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) is Monday, August 25, 2025, from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, in the School Library or in Zoom.

The LSLC is a shared decision-making body, composed of elected parents, community members, school personnel, and the Student Body President and Vice President from the Leadership elective. You can read about the council's areas of decision-making on our website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Coffee With the Principal: August 22]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Coffee with the Principal for this school year is Friday, August 22, from 8:30am to 9:30am.

Coffee with the Principal is a Friday morning session in which Principal Mr. Enriquez will let Palms parents know the latest news from school. Other administrators and coordinators may give updates as well. Parents can ask any questions they have.

You can attend by coming to the campus Library, or using Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 14:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: August 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2095824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friends of Palms is the booster club at Palms Middle School, supporting Palms programs and events through volunteering and fundraising.

PTSA is the Parent Teacher Student Assocation, dedicated to student welfare and sponsoring programs like the Reflections Art Contest.

The two organizations, while separate, share meetings on the third Tuesday of the month, starting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. The first meeting will be in Zoom, starting at 6:30pm. All Palms parents, students, and community supporters are invited.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:40:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Who is Your Counselor?]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students should get to know their counselor, who will help them with almost any school issue, including communication problems, lack of academic progress, and help with other issues that interfere with learning. They can also help students with individualized graduation plans, tutoring services, and referrals.

Students in 6th grade: Your counselor is Ms. Gauthier.

Students in 7th grade: Your counselor is Ms. Shin.

Students in 8th grade: Your counselor is Ms. Gonzalez.

Counselors can be contacted through Schoology, by phone, email, or by visiting them in the Counseling Office.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tips for the First Day of School]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[• The Fall semester starts at 8:00am on Thursday, August 14, 2025 with a special bell schedule and a long homeroom period.

• Use caution when dropping off students. Never double park. You are welcome to use the carpool lane, or you can drop students off near school and let them walk the rest of the way. Please respect our neighbors who live adjacent to school.

• Students don't need their P.E. clothes on the first day of school. They should bring their planner and something to write with.

• Remind students that if they bring a smartphone or smartwatch, it must be turned completely off at all times on campus. A pouch for the device will be provided. Parents must never phone or text their child during school hours.

• If a student has questions or isn't sure where to go, they can ask any adult. Adults wearing bright vests will be easy to spot.

• If new students don't want to wait in the Cafeteria line, they can bring their own lunch.

• Most students have their schedules settled, but sometimes the counselors have to make changes because a class has fewer-than-expected or more-than-expected students. The teachers know that a few students may have their schedule adjusted during the first week or two, and they make sure that nobody is left behind in class.

• Parents who need help accessing the Parent Portal and Schoology should contact Ms. Kim-Marie Johnson-Roussell, our Parent Community Representative (see palmsms.lausd.org/kjohnson-roussell).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 14:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Time Capsule Project: 2025-2026]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2075482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In 1976, Palms students, parents, and staff buried a Time Capsule under the quad. It's been 50 years since then, so we will dig up that Time Capsule in Spring 2026, and bury a new Time Capsule of our own.

Preparation start now. We need parents to help with planning and to track down former Palms students from 1976.

See our Time Capsule page for details and for the Time Capsule Volunteer Form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 09:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Events Before the Start of School]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Camp Palms on August 5 and 6, 2025, is a two-day program for incoming 6th grade students, helping them become familiar with the Palms campus.

Parent Check-In (Registration) on August 6, 7, and 8 is when parents of students in each grade level turn in their forms and receive student schedules and books.

The annual Meet and Greet picnic is a welcoming event for all new Palms families: parents, students, and siblings.

For details, click this news title and download the flyers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[You Can Help Teachers Start the Year Right]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2084929</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms teachers often ask for help purchasing supplies for their classrooms, using a site called DonorsChoose. Click the title of this news item for a list of start-of-the-year fundraisers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 16:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations Culminating Eighth Graders!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2079968</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You've finished middle school and you and your family should be very proud.

You're ready for high school, and Palms wishes you the best of luck and much future success.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 21:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May/June Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the May/June 2025 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky. This is the last issue for this school year.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue and all back issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Panda Express: June 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2079505</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms community is invited to enjoy a meal and help Palms at the same time. On Monday, June 9, 2025, it's the final Dining for Dollars event of the school year, at one of our favorite restaurants: Panda Express.

The offer is good for all online orders (for pickup or delivery) at any U.S. Panda Expression location, so tell your friends and relatives about it, no matter where they live.

Fill in Fundraiser Code 9004447 during checkout and Panda Express will donate 28% of sales to Friends of Palms.

The Panda Express location closest to Palms is at 3812 Midway (Venice and Overland) in Culver City.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 20:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Who Turns in Their Device?]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2078395</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[8th grade students: You will return your iPad and charger during the culmination rehearsal on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

6th and 7th grade students: If you will be returning to Palms Middle School for Fall 2025, you will keep your iPad and charger. If you will NOT be returning to Palms Middle School for Fall 2025, you will turn in your iPad and charger by Friday, June 7th, 2025, to your homeroom teacher.

The same applies to Chromebooks.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2025 08:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms-Rancho Park Librarian Visiting Palms: June 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2077896</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The librarian from the Palms-Rancho Park Public Library, part of the Los Angeles Public Library system, will be visiting Palms during morning break on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, in the Library.

Students are welcome to stop by to say hello or ask questions about our city's public libraries, including the many summer programs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 21:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meeting for Incoming Sixth Grade Parents: June 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2077382</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of new 6th students for Fall 2025 are invited to a Zoom meeting on Monday, June 2, 2025, from 5:00pm in 6:00pm.

You'll hear information that can help every incoming Palms family, and have a chance to ask questions.

Also mark your calendar: Camp Palms (August 5 and 6), Meet & Greet picnic (August 9), first day of school (August 14)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:15:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final LSLC Meeting: June 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2077379</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last meeting of the Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) for this school year will be Monday, June 2, 2025, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico Spring Show: May 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2075887</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms community is invited to the Ballet Folklórico Spring Show, on Thursday, May 29, 2025, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.

This is our last performance of the year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 06:32:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final SSC Meeting: May 28]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last School Site Council (SSC) meeting of the school year will be on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, starting at 5:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 08:39:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pick Up Your Yearbook On Your Pick-Up Day: May 27, 28, or 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2075256</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[8th graders who pre-ordered the 2025 Yearbook: Pick up your Yearbook at the Student Store on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

7th graders who pre-ordered the 2025 Yearbook: Pick up your Yearbook at the Student Store on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

6th graders who pre-ordered the 2025 Yearbook: Pick up your Yearbook at the Student Store on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

Students who did not pre-order the 2025 Yearbook: You can buy a Yearbook, while supplies last, beginning on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the Student Store, for $40 in cash.

All students must bring their Student ID card for a pick-up or to buy a Yearbook. The Student Store is open before school, during break, during lunch, and after school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 20:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms-Rancho Park Librarian Visiting Palms: May 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2075255</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The librarian from the Palms-Rancho Park Public Library, part of the Los Angeles Public Library system, will be visiting Palms during lunch on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, in the Library.

Students are welcome to stop by to say hello or ask questions about our city's public libraries, including the many summer programs.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 20:09:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Responsibility: May 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2075253</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a parent workshop in Zoom on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

Topic: Helping Your Child Become More Responsible: Strengthening Positive Child Behavior

This is the last of four parent workshops presented by the Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation (PEBSAF).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 20:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Los Angeles Public Library Summer Reading Program]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2074952</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out lapl.org/summer for the L.A. Public Library's summer reading program. In addition to recommended books, the program has challenges, family activities, events, and prizes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 13:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Keep Your TAP Card]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students who have a TAP card should keep them, even though they expire on June 30. In July, you will receive instructions to reactivate your TAP card.

To get a TAP card, or for assistance or more information, contact Mrs. Avila, our Pupil Services and Attendance Counselor.

UPDATE: TAP cards will now expire on September 30, not June 30, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 11:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on May 26 for Memorial Day]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be no school on Monday, May 26, 2025, for Memorial Day.

Enjoy the long weekend!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 10:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico Performances: May 25 and May 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2074545</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families can see Ballet Folklórico at two performances.

Sunday, May 25, 2025: Fiesta Mexicana: Ecos de Nuestros Pueblos at UCLA's Royce Hall. Free admission. Doors open at 4:30pm. Show at 5:00pm.

Thursday, May 29, 2025: Folklórico Spring Show in the Auditorium at 6:00pm, with special guest Groupo Folkorico de UCLA.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 16:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: April 2025]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The April Students of the Month are Peter Steele (6th grade), Khamani Chapple (7th grade), and Danilo Hogaboam (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 20:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: May 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2074076</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final Coffee With the Principal for this school year will take place on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 8:30am to 9:30am in Zoom or in the School Library.

Find out what's happening and school and what's coming up.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 19:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh Grade Parent Meeting: May 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2074075</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 7th graders, going into 8th grade in the Fall, are invited to a parent meeting on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in Zoom.

You'll learn about culmination requirements, eligibility for 8th grade activities, and how to get a strong start to the next school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 19:45:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: May 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2073524</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last meeting of the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) for this school year takes place on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, starting at 9:00am in Zoom.

For the Zoom link contact Mrs. McGoldrick-Shimizu.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 22:03:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: May 20 in the Library]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2072301</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting for the school year will be held in-person, in the School Library, rather than in Zoom.

The meeting will be on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, starting at 6:30pm. Current, returning, and incoming parents are invited to attend. Enter through the main school doors on Woodbine. Turn left and walk down the hall to the Library. If the doors to the Library entrance are open, you can enter that way instead.

Fill in the online Volunteer Form now to get your choice of volunteer positions for the 2025-2026 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 14:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: May 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2072299</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The second-to-last Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) meeting will take place on Monday, May 19, 2025, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 18 May 2025 13:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winds & Strings Concert: May 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2070977</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms community is invited to the Winds & Strings Concert, in the auditorium, starting at 6:00pm on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

You'll hear just how much our students have learned this year, under the direction of instrumental music teacher Ms. Jones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 12:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recommended Summer Reading]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2070944</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Librarian Ms. Bullock recommends the Sweet Reads summer reading program.

The program includes recommended books as well as resources such as a Reading Journal.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 12:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Science Fair Results]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2069264</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Palms winners of the UCLA Science Fair:

Grand Prize: Shaivi Jain (pictured)

President's Award: Arva Parikh

Sticker Competition: Aanya Khattar (1st place), Reese Manuel and Lea Saleh (2nd place), and Emily Rubalcaba (3rd place)

Mentor Picks: Karina Weinstein (Most Aesthetic), Aanya Khattar (Most Applicable), Joshua Gupta-Pontius (Most Outside-Of-the-Box), and Otto Zimmerman (Most Sustainable)

Honorable Mentions: Jasmine Argueta, Danilo Hogaboam, and Finley Keiper

Congratulations to everyone on the Panther STEM Team! Check out the photo slideshow on The Bruin Experiment page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 15:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Music and Dance Performances: May 8 and May 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2067851</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to this week's performances in the Auditorium, each starting at 6:00pm:

Thursday, May 8, 2025: Instrumental Spring Concert

Friday, May 9, 2025: Ballet Folklórico Performance]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 07:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting on Summer Programs and Getting Ready for High School: May 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2067302</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th graders are invited to a Parent Meeting on the topic of "Summer School to Get Ready for High School" in Zoom on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 6:30 to 7:30pm.

Among the summer choices are the Rising Freshman program, Community College classes, and the International Newcomers program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 07:06:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Parent Involvement: May 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2066667</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a parent workshop in Zoom on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

Topic: Parent Involvement: The Foundation for Student Academic Success

This is the third of four parent workshops presented by the Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation (PEBSAF).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 06:21:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2069279</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the April 2025 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue, back issues, and future issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 15:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week: May 5 to May 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2065824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[From Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 9, 2025, we will show our appreciate to the Palms faculty and staff, in two ways:

1. We're creating a Gratitude Wall to showcase messages of appreciation to teachers, counselors, administrators, office staff, aides, and custodians.

During the week, have your child or your family write a short note or draw a picture on one side of a small piece of paper, or a Post-It note, to express gratitude to someone at school. Drop it off in the box at the Student Services Office.

2. We're providing treats for the teachers and staff. Please fill out our sign-up form to let us know what treats you'll bring and on which day. Drop off the treats in the Main Office between 7:30am and 7:50am. Store-bought and home-made items are welcome!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 22:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Los Angeles Mayor Visits Palms]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2065785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mayor Karen Bass, accompanied by school board and city council members, came to Palms on Saturday, April 26, 2025, for the city's "Shine LA" event.

Officials, staff, and volunteers painted, planted, power washed, and did other gardening and cleaning around our campus.

Check out the slideshow on the Beautification Day page. The Shine LA website currently features a photo from the event at Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 17:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD's Summer Programs]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2065048</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Current 6th and 7th grade Palms students can register online for LAUSD's summer school program, which runs from June 17 to July 16, 2025.

Current 8th grade Palms students should speak to 8th grade counselor Ms. Gauthier if they are interested in LAUSD's "Rising Freshman Success" summer program, which takes place on a high school campus.

Students should also speak to Ms. Gauthier if they are interested in the Community College summer classes or in "International Newcomers," a summer program for students who came to LAUSD from other countries.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Panda Express: April 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2064080</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday, April 30, 2025 is Dining for Dollars at every Panda Express outlet in the country. You can have a great meal for the whole family while helping Palms. 

You must order online, for pickup or for delivery, and fill in Fundraiser Code 9003657 during checkout. Panda Express will donate 28% of sales to Friends of Palms.

The Panda Express closest to Palms is at 3812 Midway in Culver City, at the corner of Venice and Overland.

Let your friends and relatives know about this fundraiser, even if they are out of state.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:58:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Young Scholars Program Application Deadline: April 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2064070</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday, April 30, 2025 is the last day for 7th graders to apply for the Young Scholars Program of the  Jack Kent Cooke Foundation.

See details on the Resources for Parents page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Positive Discipline and Academic Success: April 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2064063</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a parent workshop on the topic of "Positive Discipline and Academic Success" on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.

The workshop is the second of four workshops presented by the Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation (PEBSAF).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:29:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[California State Testing: April 28 to May 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2063301</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[California State Testing takes place during extended homeroom periods on Monday, April 28 through Friday, May 2, 2025. Each day has a special bell schedule, and all but Tuesday are Minimum Days.

Please make sure your child comes to school on time, well rested, having eaten a good breakfast, and with their device fully charged.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: April 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2063300</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet in Zoom on Monday, April 28, 2025, starting at 4:00pm.

The topic of next year's LSLC membership will be discussed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 11:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Music Students Selected for LASMTA Honor Band and LAUSD Honor Orchestra]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2063257</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Leah Mollner, who was accepted into the California All-State Honor Band.

Congratulations to Eily Bowser, Leah Mollner, and Benji Karpoukhin for being accepted into the Southern California School Band & Orchestra Association (SCSBOA)  Honor Band

Congratulations to Eily Bowser, Ulyana Kurylovich, Leah Mollner, and Finn Williams, who were selected to perform with the Los Angeles Secondary Music Teachers Association Honor Band, with rehearsals and a concert in May, in Huntington Park.

Congratulations to Laaon Choi and Chris Gurdal (in photo) for being selected to perform with the LAUSD Honor Orchestra. They will perform at the LAUSD Arts Fest on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Our instrumental music students are taught by Ms. Jones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 15:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: April 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2062584</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 5th Coffee With the Principal meeting of the school year will take place in Zoom on Friday, April 25, 2026, starting at 8:30am.

All Palms parents are invited to attend, hear from the Palms administrators, learn what's happening on campus, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mayor Bass to Visit Palms for Service Day LA: April 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2062197</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The office of the Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is sponsoring Service Day LA, with community service events around the city, and Palms Middle School is one of those locations.

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:00am to 2:30pm, we will be painting, power washing, tree planting, gardening, and cleaning all through the campus. You can come at any time. Pizza will be service. Mayor Bass is expected to visit around 10:55am.

To register, scan the QR code or click the Sign up link.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 22:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Drone Team Competes in Championships]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2062083</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On April 13-14, 2025, 6 students from the Palms Drone Team participated in the 2025 West Aerial Drone Championships, competing against 44 high school teams from Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.

The Palms team participated in 9 rounds of obstacle course flying with an alliance partner, 2 rounds of timed piloting skills, 2 rounds of timed autonomous obstacle course navigation, and a judges interview.

The event took place at the India Community Center in Milpitas, California. Friends of Palms sponsored the Palms Drone Team's participation.

The Palms Drone Team had qualified for the championships by winning the Aerial Drone Competition for All Around Champion Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[California State Testing Schedule: April and May 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2061943</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schedule for Smarter Balanced (SBAC) and California Science (CAST) testing:

• Monday, April 28, dismissal at 12:37pm
     SBAC Math Computer Adaptive Test

• Tuesday, April 29, dismissal at 2:07pm
     SBAC Math Performance Task

• Wednesday, April 30, dismissal at 12:37pm
     SBAC English Language Arts Computer Adaptive Test

• Thursday, May 1, dismissal at 12:37pm
     SBAC English Language Arts Performance Task

• Friday, May 2, dismissal at 12:37pm
     SBAC Make-up Day (6th and 7th grade)
     California Science Test (8th grade)

For more information, see the California State Testing page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on April 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2061695</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be no school on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in recognition of Armenian Genocide Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 20:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: April 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2061693</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The April SSC meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, starting at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: April 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2060676</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to the April Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.

This is your chance to choose your volunteer role for next school year, and fill out the online Volunteer Form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 04:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade East Coast Trip Complete]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2060600</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade students on the east coast class trip have returned home. Check out the Class Trip Journal for descriptions of their activities and plenty of photos.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 21:24:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Video of the Eighth Grade Panorama Picture]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2059929</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fotorama, the company that took the Class of 2025 Panorama Picture, has posted a video from that day on Instagram. Check it out!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade East Coast Trip Begins]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2058633</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth graders taking the Class Trip to the east coast have started their visit in Boston, Massachusetts. You can follow their activities and see photos on the Trip Journal 2025 page.

On Day 1 (Saturday, April 12) they toured Boston and posed at The Old State House , shown here.

On Day 2 (Sunday, April 13) they visited Fenway Park, with more activities to come.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 07:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: March 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2058521</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The March Students of the Month are Sam Lander (6th grade), Francisco Esparza (7th grade), and Eily Bowser (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 15:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade East Coast Trip: April 12 to 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2058083</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[44 eighth grade students will be visiting Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. from Saturday, April 12 to Friday, April 18, 2025, on the annual Eighth Grade Class Trip.

You can follow along on the Trip Journal 2025 page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 06:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break: April 14-18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2058044</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's time for Spring Break! There will be no school from Monday, April 14 to Friday, April 18, 2025.

School resumes on Monday, April 21, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:33:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Drama Performance Slideshow]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2058043</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[See a slideshow of photos from the Spring Drama Performance ("Hot Lunch") on the Drama Productions page.

Thank to Mr. Flores for instructing our Theatre Arts elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Drama Performance: April 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2057392</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to the Spring Drama Performance, in the Auditorium, on Thursday, April 10, 2025, starting at 6:00pm.

Students in Mr. Flores' drama elective will perform "Hot Lunch," a play by Tracy Wells.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Seventh-Grader Porche Brinker Performs with Yo-Yo Ma]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2056733</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In celebration of a $1 million donation to LAUSD's musical instrument repair shop, featured in the Oscar-winning documentary short "The Last Repair Shop," Palms 7th grader Porche Brinker performed with legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma, on April 6, 2025.

The Los Angeles Times reported the story on April 8 and included photos, a video, and this comment and quote from Porche:

"Brinker, the seventh-grade violinist, said she had watched videos of Ma playing cello online. 'Now that I’ve played with professionals before, I’m a little less scared,” she said.'"

Congratulations to Porche!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 11:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Parent Workshop on Mental Health Wellness: April 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2056510</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Zoom workshop on the topic of mental health wellness on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 11:00am to noon. This is one of seven LAUSD workshops, on three different topics, for the school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: April 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2055799</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th grade students can attend a Zoom meeting on the topic of culmination requirements on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: April 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2054879</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th grade students are invited to a Zoom meeting on the topic of Culmination Requirements, on Monday, April 7, 2025, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elective Form Deadline: April 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2054875</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students who did not already turn in their Elective Form should do so by the deadline of Friday, April  5, 2025.

This is the way to indicate your elective preferences. The Counselors will consider each student's preferences when assigning them electives for the next school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 13:54:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After-School Study Hall]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2053806</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, students can come to the Library for after-school study hall on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3:15pm to 4:15pm.

Students must be picked up by 4:20pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:53:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview: April 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2053786</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents with an interest in sending their child to Palms Middle School will visit campus with their families on Thursday, April 3, 2024, from 9:15am to 10:20am. Please arrive at the School Library by 9:15am.

This is the last of the nine scheduled Palms Previews for this year. Visitors will attend an information session, have their questions answered, and take a campus tour that includes visiting classrooms.

Current Palms parents are welcome to accompany the tours and explain why they chose Palms Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:23:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Day Champions Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2053051</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the winners of the Spirit Week contest! They each received 4 tickets to Disneyland and no homework for a month.

The winning Palms students were as follows:

• Cynthia E. for "Let Your Hair Down Day"
• Jonathan B. for "Potato Head Day"
• Ariana G. for "Bring Your Favorite Chair Day"
• Ethan S. for "Bring the Dog That Ate Your Homework Day"
• There was a 1,086-way tie for "Dress Like a Student Day!"

To see photos of the winners, visit our News & Announcements page or click the headline on our home page.

Happy April 1 from Palms Middle School!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 22:19:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School: March 31]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2051954</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday, March 31, 2025, for Chavez Day. School resumes on Tuesday, April 1.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:35:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GATE/SAS Parent Meeting: March 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2051612</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of GATE/SAS students are invited to attend a GATE/SAS meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Night at Date & Buster's: March 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2051604</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families, friends, and neighbors are invited to visit Dave & Buster's in the Howard Hughes Center for Spirit Night on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Dave & Buster's will donate 20% of sales to Friends of Palms.

Wear any Palms gear to be entered into a raffle for a free D&B Power Card! If you buy a Power Card, D&B will donate $10 to Friends of Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Social Emotional Support for Gifted Students: March 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2050375</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of students in the GATE and SAS programs are invited to a workshop on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, on "Social Emotional Support for Gifted Students."

The meeting is in Zoom from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 08:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Study Skills and Homework: March 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2049870</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to a workshop called "Study Skills 101: Helping Your Child with Homework and to Achieve Good Grades" on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, starting at 5:00pm in Zoom.

The workshop is presented by the Parent Education Bridge for Student Achievement Foundation (PEBSAF), a family engagement program that empowers families to become active participants in their children's education.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: March 24 to 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2049610</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, March 24 to Friday. March 28, 2025 is Spirit Week. Students can show their school spirit by participating every day.

• Monday is Monochromatic Day: Dress all in one color!
• Tuesday is Sports Day: Represent your favorite sport!
• Wednesday is Adam Sandler/Baggy Clothes Day: Wear your baggiest and comfiest clothes!
• Thursday is Theme Park Day: Wear something from your favorite theme park or amusement park!
• Friday is Dress Like a Parent Day: You know what to do!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2069287</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the March 2025 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue, back issues, and future issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:36:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: March 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2049609</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, March 24, 2025, in Zoom, starting at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 17:56:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chamber Concert: March 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2048819</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to the Chamber Concert in the Auditorium on Thursday, March 20, 2025 starting at 6:00pm.

Selected performers from the Palms Bands and Orchestra will perform. Jazz Band is expected to perform as well.


You'll hear for yourself how much Palms students have learned this year, under the direction of Ms. Jones, our instrumental music teacher.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:46:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hamilton High School Open House: March 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2048815</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Hamilton High School is holding an AP & Elective Fair Open House on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Eighth graders and their parents can learn about advanced placement classes, art classes, athletics, electives, college classes and more. Scan the QR code to RSVP.

Note that this event overlaps the Chamber Concert at Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 11:43:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: March 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2046990</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet in Zoom on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, starting at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 12:22:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: March 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2046989</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The March Zoom meeting of Friends of Palms and PTSA will start at 6:30pm on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. All Palms parents are invited to join the meeting.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 12:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: February 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2046987</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The February Students of the Month are Zurie Dinani (6th grade), Udochi Onyencheheh (7th grade), and Josephine Deutsch (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 12:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: March 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2046642</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, March 14, 2025 is a Minimum Day.

School lets out at 12:37pm rather than the usual Friday dismissal time (3:07pm).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 10:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House: March 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2046023</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to Open House from 5:00 to 7:00pm on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

Tips:

• P.E. classes meet in the gym.

• Elementary school-age siblings are not only welcome but may find it especially helpful to see what middle school classrooms are like. Please make sure they are supervised at all times.

• Teachers are present at Open House but this is not the time for Parent-Teacher conferences.

• While you are on campus, you can visit the Connecting Cultures display in the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 09:12:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: March 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2045299</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade parents are invited to a Zoom meeting on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, when eighth grade counselor Ms. Gauthier will review culmination requirements.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 20:55:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Successful Beautification Day]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2044795</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On the Spring 2025 Beautification Day, Saturday March 8, 2025, volunteers cleaned up our campus, power-washed some areas, added new plants, and created a new redwood box in the bungalow teachers lunch area.

Palms now has pygmy palms in front of the school, which we hope will grow bueatifully.

Thank you to the over 24 parents and 35 students who participated, to Friends of Palms and parents Karen Cavassani and Anne Arikian, the UCLA interns, and to Palms staff members Mr. Enriquez, Ms. Garret, Ms. Gipson, Ms. Leon, Ms. March, and Mr. McNeil.

See the photo slideshow on the Beautification Day page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 20:11:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Parent Workshop on Grief and Loss: March 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2044181</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Zoom workshop on the topic of grief and loss on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 11:00am to noon. This is one of seven LAUSD workshops, on three different topics, for the school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 04:10:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Ahead for Daylight Saving Time: March 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2043957</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Set your clocks forward one hour.

This is also a good time to check your emergency supplies and change the batteries in your smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and flashlights.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 20:45:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Beautification Day: March 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2043355</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents, students, families, and community members can help improve the look of our campus on Beautification Day, Saturday, March 8, from 9:00am to 1:00pm. We're going to wash, clean, weed, and plant.

You can join us for as little or as long as you like. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. This event qualifies for community service hours.

Please use our sign-up form so we'll know how many people to expect.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms School Accountability Report Card Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2043255</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every California school publishes an annual School Accountability Report Card (SARC), created by the California Department of Education, using data from the current school year. The Palms SARC for 2024-2025 is now available. Scan the QR code, follow the link, or download the attached file.
 
Parents who would like a printed copy of the report can contact Title I Coordinator Ms. Cohen.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Panorama Picture Day: March 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2042192</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday, March 5, 2025 is Panorama Picture Day for eighth grade students, during Period 1. Students should wear the school colors and leave their backpacks in their classroom.

When the Panorama Picture is ready, copies will be sold at the Student Store.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:48:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Considering Electives for Next Year]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2040544</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This week, students who will be at Palms in the Fall can start considering their elective choices. Elective information will be presented to current 6th and 7th grade students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 20:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Please Fill Out the School Experience Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2040189</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms Middle School Parents and Guardians should complete the School Experience Survey as soon as possible.

We want to hear from you, because your voice matters!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House Message from the Principal]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2039424</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Principal Mr. Enriquez invites Palms parents to join their children at Open House on Thursday, March 13, from 5:00 to 7:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2038950</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the February 2025 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue, back issues, and future issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 15:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: February 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2038200</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday, February 27, 2025 is a Minimum Day, with 33-minute class periods instead of the usual 54 minutes.

School lets out at 12:37pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 11:35:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at El Pollo Loco: February 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2037507</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to have a meal and support Palms by participating in Dining fro Dollars at El Pollo Loco on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, from noon to 9:00pm. Visit in person and show the Palms flyer before paying.

El Pollo Loco is at 3008 S. Sepulveda Blvd., at National Blvd.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 11:44:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: February 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2036951</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet in Zoom on Monday, February 24, 2025,  starting at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Fill Out the School Experience Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2036865</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2036865</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents: please fill out the School Experience Survey as soon as possible. Your voice matters!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 16:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: February 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2035880</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to Coffee With the Principal, a Zoom session on Friday, February 21, 2025, starting at 8:30am.

You'll learn what's happening at school first-hand and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 07:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: January 2025]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2035279</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The January Students of the Month are Hazel Rivera Amaya (6th grade), Reese Manuel (7th grade), and Massimo Zim (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 07:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Mental Health and Wellness: February 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2034835</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a workshop in Zoom, on the topic of "Mental Health and Wellness," on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

This is the 8th of 11 parent workshops presented by Palms this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:49:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: February 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2034828</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet in Zoom or Room 112 on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, starting at 9:00am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 10:43:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: February 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2034195</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom. Learn what's happening at Palms from Palms administrators and parent leaders, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 22:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Cell Phone Policy Begins: February 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2033999</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the LAUSD and California state policy on cell phones and other smart devices goes into effect. It matches the Palms policy that's already in effect.

Student cell phone use during school hours is not allowed. Put away cell phones, smart watches, AirPods, headphones, etc. inside bags or backpacks (not your pocket). If you use it, you lose it, with confiscated devices picked up only by a parent or legal guardian in the Dean's Office.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:47:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School: February 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2033708</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday February 17, 2025, for the President's Day holiday.

School resumes on Tuesday, February 18.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 10:05:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Happy Valentine's Day!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2033707</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candy Grams, heart-shaped lollipops with attached cards sent from one student to another, were delivered on Friday, February 14, 2025 for Valentine's Day.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 10:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Students Win Drone Competition]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2032786</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For Spring 2025, Mrs. Romero added a drone program to her Advanced Robotics class. In their first-ever competition, Aerial Panthers, the Palms drone team, won the Aerial Drone Competition for "All Around Champion Middle School" by the REC Foundation at Hilda Solis Senior High School in Boyle Heights.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 21:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Parent Workshop on Anxiety: February 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2031562</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Zoom workshop on the topic of anxiety on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 11:00am to noon. This is one of seven LAUSD workshops, on three different topics, for the school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:13:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Put Your Student's Name on the Palms Marquee!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2031342</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can celebrate your student's birthday, accomplishment, achievement, milestone, or other event by purchasing a personalized message on the school marquee, visible from inside and outside the school!

The school marquee on Palms Blvd. gets lot of attention, with messages updated daily. That message could be yours! Use the sign-up form link or scan the QR code.

Signing up for a personal marquee message is a treat for your family and a fun way to support Friends of Palms. The fee will help your school by contributing to the valuable school programs and resources provided by Friends of Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Students Participate in Unity Moves]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2029047</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Thursday, January 30, 2025, Palms students participated in Unity Moves, a dance, movement, and life skills program of The Chloé and Maud Foundation.

Unity Moves, brought to Palms as part of the BSAP program, unifies and empowers students through movement in a safe, empowered, and joyful space. The 24 participating students had an exhilarating experience that strengthened them physically, mentally, and emotionally. The students each received a journal and will also receive physical activity equipment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[National School Counseling Week: February 3 to 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2027423</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The week of February 3, 2025 is National School Counseling Week, when we cheer for our school counselors and show our gratitude and appreciation for all the work they to do on behalf of Palms students.

Thank you to our dedicated and hard-working counselors: Ms. Shin (6th grade), Ms. Gonzalez (7th grade), and Ms. Gauthier (8th grade)!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 12:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February is Black History Month]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2026781</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms celebrates Black History Month every year.  There will be a Black History Month event during lunch on Friday, February 7, 2025. 

The Black Student Achieve Program (BSAP) featured a number of events in the Fall, and more are coming for the Spring.

The Fall events included the Sixth Grade Mix, PBSU Club meetings, field trips to the Long Beach Aquarium and to Loyola Marymount University, and the Champs Up mentorship program.

Events for the Spring will include field trips to a School Yard Rap performance and to the Academy Museum, a School Yard Rap Assembly, the BSAP Mommy & Me Social, and the BSU/BSAP Eighth Grade Celebration.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 20:04:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Art by Palms Students Selected for LAUSD Holiday Card]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2025633</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD has once again selected art by the talented students of Palms Middle School for LAUSD's official holiday card.  Jamisen Coats (6th grade) provided the art on the card cover and her sister Jenna Coats (8th grade) provided the art for the side cover.

Art teacher Ms. Goldin noted that art by Palms students has been chosen for the cover of the LAUSD holiday card the past couple of years.

Congratulations to Jamison, Jenna, and all of the other students of Ms. Goldin who entered the art contest:
• Ian Glacel Bonavia (6th grade)
• Summer Sky Covington (7th grade)
• Esther Kessler (8th grade)
• Maya Lipson (6th grade)
• Mira Ominsky (8th grade)
• Ethan Orias (6th grade)
• Jermaine Smith Jr. (8th grade)
• Riley Sona (7th grade)
• Savannah Villasenor (8th grade)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2025611</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the January 2025 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue, back issues, and future issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 11:42:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sixth Grade Parent Meeting: January 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2025196</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting for parents of sixth grade students will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom. All 6th grade parents are invited to attend.

Get the Zoom link in Schoology.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:49:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Blaze Pizza: January 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2024238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to support Friends of Palms while enjoying a great pizza meal. Wednesday, January 29, 2025 is Dining for Dollars at  Blaze Pizza, from 3:00pm to 10:00pm. Blaze Pizza will donate 20% of the purchase price to Friends of Palms.

Blaze Pizza is at 4114 Sepulveda Blvd. (at Washington Blvd.) in Culver City.

If you visit in person, show the flyer before paying. If you order online, use Promo Code 1004A.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:25:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Please Fill Out the "Get to Know You" Form]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2023707</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are asked to fill out an online "Palms MS Parent and Family Center Questionnaire" to indicate their preferences for school communications,  the types of information sessions and family activities that they are interested in, and the times of day they prefer for sessions or activities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 10:53:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: January 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2022910</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, January 27, 2025, in Zoom or Room 114, starting at 4:00pm.

Correction: The meeting will be in Zoom or the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Candy Gram Sales: January 27-31]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2022902</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candy grams are heart-shaped lollipops with a card that students can send to their friends, to be delivered on Valentine's Day.

Students can buy candy grams on the quad stage during lunch on Monday, January 27 through Friday, January 31, 2025. They cost $1 each.

Write the name of the recipient, the recipient's homeroom or homeroom teacher, and a message, then drop the card in the drop-off box.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:43:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: January 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2021363</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade parents are invited to a parent meeting on Thursday, January 23, 2025, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm in Zoom. Join the meeting to get the latest news about the Class of 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on High School Graduation and A-G Requirements: January 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2020621</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first parent workshop of the Spring semester will be on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, from 4:30pm to 5:30pm in Zoom. The topic will be "High School Graduation and A-G Requirements."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:23:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: January 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2020620</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting of the Spring semester will be on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, starting at 9:00am in Zoom or Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: January 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2020619</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting of the Spring semester will be on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.

All Palms parents are invited to intend, to hear from the Palms administrators and parent leaders, and to have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 04:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: January 21 to 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2020201</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Welcome Back Spirit Week runs from Tuesday, January 21 to Friday, January 24, 2025. Show your school spirit by participating each day.

Tuesday: Couch Potato Day - Wear your sweats and coziest clothing!

Wednesday : Backwards Day - Wear your clothing backwards!

Thursday: Beanie Day - Wear your favorite beanie or cap!

Friday: Grade Colors Day - 6th graders wear yellow. 7th graders wear green. 8th graders wear black.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Jan 2025 19:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[i-Ready Testing Rescheduled]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2017660</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[i-Ready testing, originally scheduled for January 13 to 15, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 21, Wednesday, January 22, and Thursday, January 23, 2025, following the school holiday on Monday, January 20 for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday.

Testing will take place from 8:00am to 10:00am each testing day, with special bell schedules. School will let out at the normal times, 2:07pm on Tuesday and 3:07pm on Wednesday and Thursday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 10:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Middle School Named a Magnet School of Distinction]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2019157</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Middle School has been named a "Magnet School of Distinction" by Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools.

Palms will be recognized and receive a National Merit School of Distinction Award at Magnet Schools of America’s National Conference on April 7 to 10, 2025.
 
Palms was judged on our school's ability to raise student academic achievement, promote racial and socioeconomic diversity, provide integrated curricula and instruction, and create strong family and community partnerships that enhance the school’s magnet theme.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No school on January 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2019980</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be no school on Monday, January 20, 2025.

It is the national holiday for the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:33:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spelling Bee Tryouts: January 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2019135</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tryouts for the Palms Annual SCRIPPS Spelling Bee will take place during lunch on Friday, January 17, 2025 in Room 45. Students should get a pass from their English teacher. In the knock-out rounds, words from the word list will be used to narrow down the contestants to the final 15 students.

The Spelling Bee will be held on Friday, August 24, 2025 in the Auditorium during Period 3 and Period 4. The winner among the 15 contestants will receive $35 and will represent Palms at the regional spelling competition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 14:14:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Music Students Accepted into All State Honor Band and School Band Orchestra Association]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2017055</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Leah Mollner (photo) for being accepted into the All State Honor Band and to the Full Orchestra for the Southern California School Band Orchestra  Association!

Congratulations as well to Eily Bowser and to Benjamin Karpoukhin for being accepted into the Honor Band for the Southern California School Band Orchestra  Association.

We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 12:16:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[i-Ready Testing Postponed]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2016782</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to the school closures from the Los Angeles fires, the i-Ready testing and special bell schedules, scheduled for January 13, 14, and 15, has been postponed. Testing will be rescheduled for later in January or in February.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:46:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Will Reopen January 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2016473</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Middle School and most other LAUSD schools will reopen on Monday, January 13.

Based on fire containment, air quality, wind conditions, utility availability, road accessibility, school-site readiness, and staffing, LAUSD has determined that it is safe for students to return to campus. 

Outdoor and athletic activities will be limited. Masks will be available for students.

Update: Monday is not an i-Ready testing day with a special bell schedule, as originally scheduled.

For more details, see lausd.org/schoolupdates.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All LAUSD Schools Closed: January 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2014843</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Los Angeles Unified schools and offices will be closed on Thursday,  January 9 and Friday, January 10, 2025. Wind, fire, and smoke have created unsafe conditions for our school communities.

Students will continue to have digital access to academic resources as part of LAUSD's "Continuity of Learning" efforts.

Read the details of this news item for links to the LAUSD announcement and the Continuity of Learning website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 21:24:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[i-Ready Testing Scheduled for January 13 to 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2015577</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Middle of the year i-Ready testing is scheduled for Monday, January 13, Tuesday, January 14, and Wednesday,  January 15, with testing from 8:00am to 10:00am each day, and special bell schedules.

To prepare for a test day, make sure your child comes to school on time, well rested, having eaten a good breakfast, and with their device fully charged.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 17:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Bad Air Quality: Auditorium for P.E., Break, and Lunch]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2014268</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Middle School is saddened by the devastation that the Palisades, Altadena, and Riverside fires are causing. Due to the increased impact to air quality, PE classes will be held in the auditorium. Students will be able to stay in the auditorium and main buildings during the break and lunch. Please know we are making every effort to ensure student safety.

Estamos tristes por la devastación que están causando los incendios de Palisades, Altadena y Riverside. Debido al mayor impacto en la calidad del aire, las clases de educación física se llevarán a cabo en el auditorio. Los estudiantes podrán permanecer en el auditorio y en los edificios principales durante el recreo y el almuerzo. Tenga en cuenta que estamos haciendo todo lo posible para garantizar la seguridad de los estudiantes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 10:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: January 10 [canceled]]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2014350</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to the first Coffee With the Principal of the Spring semester, on Friday, January 10, 2025, from  8:30am to 9:30am.

Join the Zoom meeting to hear from Principal Mr. Enriquez, learn what's going on at Palms, and have your questions answered.

Update: School is closed January 10 and this event has been canceled.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: January 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2012239</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, starting at 4:45pm in Zoom. Note the new meeting time. You can download the agenda.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 13:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Grief and Loss: January 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2012237</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Parent Workshop on mental health wellness in Zoom on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, from 11:00am to 12:00 noon. Parents will learn how to support their child with strategies for good mental health basics, identifying stressors, and talking about feelings.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Jan 2025 13:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Annual School Goals and Budget Consultation: January 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2012045</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Parents are invited to attend the annual School Goals & Budget Consultation for Families Zoom meeting, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 from 8:30am to 9:00am.

This is your chance to learn about the school's plans and share your comments and questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 12:03:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back to School!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2012043</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms welcomes its students back for the start of the Spring semester, beginning Monday, January 6, 2025.

The new LAUSD policy -- no cell phone use by students during school hours -- goes into effect on January 6. This was already the policy at Palms Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jan 2025 11:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Recess: December 16 to January 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2008712</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The winter break runs from Monday, December 16, 2024 to Friday, January 3, 2025. School resumes with the start of the Spring semester on Monday, January 6, 2025.

Happy Holidays to the entire Palms community!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 15:36:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2007905</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the December 2024 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue, back issues, and future issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Dec 2024 07:52:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: December 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2007580</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting for parents of 8th grade students, on the topic of culmination requirements,  will be held in Zoom on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 12:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: December 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2006821</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, starting at 5:00pm in Zoom. You can download the agenda.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Grief and Loss: December 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2006287</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an LAUSD Parent Workshop on grief and loss in Zoom on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, from 11:00am to 12:00 noon. Parents will learn how to support their child who has experienced a loss.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 11:26:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Call for Parent Volunteers: Staff Luncheon on December 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2005553</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Winter Staff Luncheon is a treat for our teachers and school staff. It will take place in the Library on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. We want show our Palms teachers and staff how much they are appreciated.

We need parent volunteers to help with baking, purchasing desserts or drinks, decorating, serving, or cleanup. To volunteer, fill in the sign-up form or scan the QR code.

• Setup: 12:45pm
• Dessert and drink drop-off: 1:00pm
• Serving: 2:00pm to 3:00pm
• Cleanup: 3:00pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: December 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2005298</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, December 9, 2024, in Zoom or Room 114, starting at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:30:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Students Learn About a Famous Author]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2003662</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, guest speaker and Palms volunteer Neil Cuadra spoke to Mr. Westhoff's 8th grade English students about L. Frank Baum, author of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." The students learned about Mr. Baum's accomplishments and his lasting impact on modern popular culture.

Neil will repeat the lesson for students of Mr. Flores on Wednesday, December 11.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last Day for Parents to Sign up for Career Day: December 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2004995</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents who would like to share their talents, career, and personal journey with our students on Career Day (January 17, 2025) should sign up now. Fill out the online Career Day Interest Form by Friday, December 6, 2024.

If you have questions about Career Day, contact Ms. Arevalo.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:20:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Concert: December 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2003992</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come hear the Palms Band and Orchestra perform at the Winter Concert on Thursday, December 5, 2024, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.

Our instrumental students, under the direction of Ms. Jones, has prepared a variety of musical pieces for you.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 10:38:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Navigating Middle School Emotions: November 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2003648</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a Zoom workshop on "Navigating Middle School Emotions" from 5:00pm to 6:00pm on Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

This is the sixth of 11 parent workshops by the Palms staff this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:57:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: December 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2003646</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, starting at 9:00am in Zoom or Room 112.

For the Zoom link, contact Mrs. McGoldrick-Shimizu.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:51:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giving Tuesday: December 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2001942</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Giving Tuesday, on December 3, 2024, is the ideal time to make a donation to Friends of Palms, the group that supports students, teachers, programs, and activities at Palms, on your behalf.

Every dollar counts. We want to have 100% participation by Palms families, with each family giving whatever they can. Thank you!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 Nov 2024 19:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Break: November 25-29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2000591</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday, November 25 through Friday, November 29, 2024. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday are "unassigned days" and Thursday and Friday are the Thanksgiving holiday.

School resumes on Monday, December 2.

Enjoy the break! Remember that it's a good time for reading!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 12:31:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Day: November 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/2000711</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms celebrates College Day every year, on the week of the UCLA-USC football game. Staff and students are encouraged to wear gear of their favorite colleges and universities.

For this year, College Day was Friday, November 22, 2024. In keeping with tradition, the Palms Band, led by instrumental music teacher Ms. Jones, played "Bruin Warriors," the UCLA fight song, on the quad.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 14:17:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Drama Performance Photos]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1999643</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit the Theatre Arts page to see a slideshow of photos from the Fall Drama Performance:

The hour-long show, named "Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Your Teachers (but were afraid to ask)," took place on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, produced by special arrangement with Stage Partners.

The show was put on by 22 actors from the Theatre Arts elective, taught by Mr. Flores, and 9 members of the Stage Crew elective, taught by Mr. Diaz.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Drama Performance: November 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1999087</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms families are invited to the Fall Drama Performance on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.

We'll showcase the talents of students in the Theatre Arts students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 09:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: November 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1999080</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, starting at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:58:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the BSAP Team: November 20 [Canceled]]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1999076</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn about the Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP) in the second of four Coffee With the BSAP Team meetings, in Zoom on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 9:00am to 10:00am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 08:56:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: October 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1998825</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The October Students of the Month are Ellie Kim (6th grade), Desmond Rutherford (7th grade), and Angela Liang (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:09:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade East Coast Trip Scholarships Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1998238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The follow students were winners of the Lisa Clark Scholarship Contest, receiving scholarships for the Eighth Grade East Coast Trip in April 2025:
     • Namkha Drolma (full scholarship)
     • Christopher Gurdal (full scholarship)
     • Harshada Doddi (partial scholarship)
     • Aanya Khattar (partial scholarship)
Congratulations to our scholarship winners!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 16:41:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: November 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1997699</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms families are invited to the monthly Fiends of Palms/PTSA meeting in Zoom on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, starting at 6:30pm.

Learn what's happening at school, hear from administrators and Friends of Palms leaders, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: November 18 to 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1997546</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fall Spirit Week is Monday, November 18 through Friday, November 22, 2024. Show your school spirit by participating every day!

Students in the Leadership elective have selected the following:

• Monday is Pajama Pants Day: Wear pajama bottoms, sweats, or other patterned pants!
• Tuesday is Heritage Day: Represent your heritage or culture with traditional attire!
• Wednesday is Blue Day: Dress all in blue!
• Thursday is Twin Day: Wear a matching outfit with your best friend!
• Friday is UCLA versus USC Day (College Day): The annual UCLA-USC football game is on Saturday night , so represent your favorite university!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 04:59:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: November 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1997516</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet in Zoom or Room 114 on Monday, November 18, 2024, starting at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Nov 2024 20:15:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enjoy See's Candies While Helping Palms]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1997346</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can support Palms with your purchases of See's Candies. To place an order, go to the fundraising page or scan the QR code.

The Krispy Kreme fundraiser is ongoing too, through Monday, November 18, 2024. To place an order, go to the fundraising page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 19:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Reflections Art Contest Submission Deadline: November 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1996170</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTA Reflections Program is designed to enhance arts education, allowing students to express themselves and to receive positive recognition for their artistic efforts. This year's  theme is "Accepting Imperfection."

Contest submissions are due by Friday, November 15, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:12:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee with the Principal: November 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1996164</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Mr. Enriquez will hold his second Coffee With the Principal in Zoom on Friday, November 15, 2024, starting at 8:30am. Join the meeting to hear the latest news from Palms and to have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview: November 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1996024</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents with an interest in sending their child to Palms Middle School will visit campus with their families on Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 9:15am to 10:20am. Please arrive at the School Library by 9:15am.

This is the sixth of nine Palms Previews for this year. Visitors will attend an information session, have their questions answered, and take a campus tour that includes visiting classrooms.

Current Palms parents are welcome to accompany the tours and explain why they chose Palms Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Veterans Day Showcase]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Leadership students, under the direction of Mrs. Wohl, and the Palms History Department, have created this year's Veterans Day Showcase, honoring veterans who are relatives of Palms Middle School students and staff.

Check out the showcase in the main entryway.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:27:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at California Fish Grill]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1995333</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us for Dining for Dollars at California Fish Grill on Wednesday, November 13, from 11:00am to 8:00pm. California Fish Grill will donate 20% of sales to Friends of Palms.

If ordering online or with a kiosk, use code FUND2024. If ordering in person, show the flyer or mention the Friends of Palms fundraiser.

California Fish Grill is at 6150 Slauson Avenue, Culver City, two blocks east of Sepulveda.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:21:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshops on Anxiety and on Learning Differences: November 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1995149</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There are two workshops for parents on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

LAUSD Parent Workshop on Anxiety: 11:00am to noon

Palms Parent Workshop: Helping your Child with Learning Differences: 5:00pm to 6:00pm]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 11:28:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting November 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1994382</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) meeting will take place on Wednesday November 13, 2024, in Zoom, starting at 9:00am.

The California Biliteracy Award will be discussed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:22:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No school on Veterans Day: November 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1993602</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Monday, November 11, 2024, is Veterans Day. School will be closed for the holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 20:18:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview: November 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1992686</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents with an interest in sending their child to Palms Middle School will visit campus with their families on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 9:15am to 10:20am. Please arrive at the School Library by 9:15am.

This is the fifth of nine Palms Previews for this year. Visitors will attend an information session, have their questions answered, and take a campus tour that includes visiting classrooms.

Current Palms parents are welcome to accompany the tours and explain why they chose Palms Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meeting for Sixth Grade Parents: November 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1992330</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of sixth grade students are invited to a Zoom meeting on Thursday, November 7, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. The meeting will be hosted by Ms. Shin, our sixth grade counselor.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 17:54:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Title I Parent Engagement Policy Meeting: November 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1991775</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual Title I Parent Engagement Policy Meeting will take place in Zoom on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, starting at 9:00am.

The Parent and Family Engagement Policy describes the means by which Palms Middle School involves parents in the learning process.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 06:50:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Call for Career Day Presenters]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1990635</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our annual Career Day will be Friday, January 17, 2025, from 10:0am to 12:30pm.

If you or someone you know would like to share their talents, career, and personal journey with our students, please consider presenting on Career Day. Fill out the online Career Day Interest Form by Friday, December 6, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Nov 2024 09:19:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Students Exceed LAUSD Averages in California Fitness Test]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1990594</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 2024 California State Fitness Test results show that Palms students exceeded the LAUSD averages in all 6 categories: Aerobic Capacity, Body Composition, Abdominal Strength, Trunk Extension Strength, Upper Body Strength, and Flexibility.

Details are on the Fitness Test Results page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:13:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Back from Daylight Saving Time: November 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1990275</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Set your clocks back one hour. Otherwise, students might show up at Palms an hour early on Monday!

This is also a good time to check your emergency supplies and change the batteries in your smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and flashlights.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Nov 2024 11:25:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Día de los Muertos Celebration: November 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1989872</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[In recognition of Día de los Muertos, students in the Spanish World Language Immersion Program wrote about loved ones who had passed away and honored them in the Palms Middle School Altar.

The altar was displayed in downtown Santa Monica, and is now in the Santa Monica Historical Museum, for the Día de los Muertos celebration on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

The Palms Ballet Folklórico Son de la Palma will perform at the celebration. We're the only participating middle school. The celebration event is coordinated by Santa Monica High School Spanish teacher Dr. Guadalupe Mireles-Toumayan.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:28:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: November 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1989418</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, November 1, 2024 will be a Minimum Day.

School will be out at 12:37pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:47:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1988597</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the October 2024 issue of Palms Press, the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective taught by Ms. Skidelsky.

Visit the Palms Press web page to read and download this issue, back issues, and future issues.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 22:33:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: October 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1988349</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Zoom meeting for 8th grade parents, on the topic of "Culmination Requirements,"  will take place on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rules for Halloween Costumes]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1988306</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Certain types of Halloween costumes will be allowed at school on Thursday, October 31, 2024, but there are restrictions that must be observed. Read the attached letter from Principal Mr. Enriquez for details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:52:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Principal Meet and Greet: October 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1987590</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can chat with Principal Mr. Enriquez and other Palms administrators at the "Principal Meet and Greet" on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 8:15am to 9:00am in front of the school on Woodbine Street.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:26:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview: October 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1986937</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents with an interest in sending their child to Palms Middle School will visit campus with their families on Monday, October 28, 2024, from 9:15am to 10:20am. Please arrive at the School Library by 9:15am.

This is the fourth of nine Palms Previews for this year. Visitors will attend an information session, have their questions answered, and take a campus tour that includes visiting classrooms.

Current Palms parents are welcome to accompany the tours and explain why they chose Palms Middle School.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: October 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1986938</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet in Zoom or Room 114 on Monday, October 28, 2024, starting at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview: October 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1985669</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents with an interest in sending their child to Palms Middle School will visit campus with their families on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 9:15am to 10:20am. Please arrive at the School Library by 9:15am.

This is the third of nine Palms Previews for this year. Visitors will attend an information session, have their questions answered, and take a campus tour that includes visiting classrooms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Minimum Day: October 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1985667</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Thursday, October 24, 2024 is a Minimum Day, with school starting at 8:00am and dismissal at 12:37pm.

See the Bell Schedule page for the detailed Minimum Day schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Oct 2024 18:34:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: October 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1984852</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet in Zoom on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, staring at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the BSAP Team: October 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1984390</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Coffee With the BSAP Team (Black Student Achievement Program team) will take place in Zoom on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 from 9:00am to 10:00am. You can learn about the BSAP events for this semester and plans for next semester.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 19:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade PSAT Test and Extended Homeroom: October 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1983657</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade students will take the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT 8/9) on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, during a 3-hour homeroom period.

Sixth and seventh grade students will have the extended homeroom too, where they will work on Math and English assessments.

See the Testing page for further information, and the Bell Schedule page for the special PSAT bell schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Oct 2024 23:16:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: September 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1983672</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each month, Palms faculty and staff select a student from each grade who they feel excels in and out of the classroom, including for extracurricular activities.

The Students of the Month are Ocean Leonard (6th grade), Presley Cunningham (7th grade), and Abiel Mendoza Martinez (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:05:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students: Submit Your Entries for the Reflections Art Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1982829</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The PTA Reflections Program enhances arts education, allowing students to express themselves and to receive positive recognition for their artistic efforts.

This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection" and any student can enter, as many times as they want. Entries must be submitted by the deadline of Friday, November 15, 2024. Details are on our Reflections Art Contest page.

Submission categories include visual arts, literature, dance choreography, film production, musical composition, and photography.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 21:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Preview: October 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1982823</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents with an interest in sending their child to Palms Middle School will visit campus with their families on Friday, October 18, 2024, from 9:00am to 10:00am.

This is the second of nine Palms Previews for this year. The visitors will attend an information session, take a campus tour, visit classrooms, and have their questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Oct 2024 20:07:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GATE/SAS Parent Meeting: October 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1982264</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of GATE and SAS students are invited to the Fall GATE/SAS Parent Meeting on Thursday, October 17, 2024 in Zoom.

The Spring GATE/SAS Parent Meeting will be on Thursday, March 6, 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:49:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Great California ShakeOut: October 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1982263</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Great California ShakeOut is a state-wide program for earthquake preparedness. This year it's on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Palms and other LAUSD schools participate in the Great California ShakeOut each year. At Palms, we pretend there has been a natural disaster. We evacuate students to the P.E. field and practice search and rescue simulations.

Read our Emergency Preparedness page to learn about the Request Gate and Reunion Gate on the south side of Palms Blvd..]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:41:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Krispy Kreme: October 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1982231</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Thursday, October 17, 2024, order Krispy Kreme donuts by the dozen, using the Fundraising Order Page,  and Krispy Kreme will donate 50% of your order to Friends of Palms.

You'll get a donut voucher. You can order donuts for pick-up or give the voucher to anyone who lives near a Krispy Kreme outlet.

The nearest Krispy Kreme to Palms Middle School is at 4034 Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90008 (at West MLK Jr. Blvd.).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 15:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Understanding Echoices: October 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1981554</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th grade students are invited to a Parent Workshop on "Understanding Echoices and School Program Options" in Zoom on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:50:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[View the Constitution Day Posters]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1981593</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students of History teacher Ms. Garret created posters for Constitution Day (September 17).

They used their creative skills to demonstrate how the Constitution of the United States benefits them and their families.

Check out the online display!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:51:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: October 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1981735</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet at 9:00am in Zoom on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 06:57:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: October 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1980382</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please join us for the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting in Zoom on Tuesday, October 15, 2025, starting at 6:30pm.

Learn what's happening at school, hear from administrators and Friends of Palms leaders, and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Oct 2024 22:02:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents Can Sign Up for Career Day]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1980357</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents and community members are welcome to volunteer to speak to Palms students about their careers on Career Day: Friday, January 17, 2025, from 10:00am to 12:30pm.

Please sign up by Friday, December 6, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 13 Oct 2024 17:38:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Previews Begin: October 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973391</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Palms Previews days, held throughout the school year, parents who are interested in having their children attend Palms Middle School come to an information session, take a campus tour, and make classroom visits.

The first Palms Preview, for those who have already made reservations, will take place on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 9:15 to 10:10am.

The Palms Previews on October 10, 18, 25, and 28 are now filled. You can still reserve your spot for the Palms Previews on November 7, November 14, March 13, April 3, or April 10.

Current Palms parents can volunteer to help with these campus tours.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Title I Overview Parent Meeting: October 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973369</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Annual Title I Overview Parent Meeting will be held in Zoom on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.

See the flyer and letter from the Principal.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pops Concert: October 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973375</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents, students, and family members are invited to the Pops Concert in the auditorium on Wednesday, October, 9, 2024.

This is your first chance to hear the Palms bands and orchestra, under the direction of instrumental music teacher Ms. Jones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on Thursday, October 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973235</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Thursday, October 3, 2024, in recognition of the Rosh Hashanah holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Body Election Results]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1974029</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to the Student Body Officers, winners of the election on September 25, 2024.

The 2024-2025 Student Body Officers are:
• President- Aria Sadrieh
• Vice President: Namkha Drolma
• Treasurer: Henry Hefler
• Secretary: Benji Wangsuwana
• Commissioner of Activities: Eric Glacel Bonavia]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 21:08:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Information Night: October 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973234</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and students, especially 8th graders, are invited to High School Information Night on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, on campus from 5:00pm to 6:00pm. Families will be able to attend two 25-minute sessions with the high schools that they are most interested in.

We expect to have representatives from these local high schools:
• Alexander Hamilton High School
• Fairfax High School
• Francisco Bravo Senior High Medical Magnet
• Iovine and Young Center IDTE Magnet (IYC)
• King/Drew Magnet High School
• University Charter High School Magnet
• Westchester Enriched Sciences Magnet
• Venice High School]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2024 23:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October is College Awareness Month]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973182</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For College Awareness Month (October 2024), Ms. Arevalo, College & Career Readiness Coach, has organized a number of events during lunch:

Friday, October 4: Teacher college gear fashion show

Friday, October 11: Student college gear fashion show

Friday, October 18: Create a college pendant

Friday, October 25: Create a college pom-pom

And, throughout the month, classroom presentations on College & Career Pathways.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 29 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Noah Escobar-Cuellar wins Geography Bee]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1973012</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Seventh grade student Noah Escobar-Cuellar was the winner of this year's Geography Bee. There were 15 contestants.

Congratulations, Noah (pictured with his parents)!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 27 Sep 2024 19:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Previews "Selling Out"]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1972480</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Previews are campus visits for prospective Palms families. They include an information session, a campus tour, classroom visits, and questions and answers.

There are 6 Palms Previews scheduled in the Fall semester and 3 in the Spring semester, but reservations for the first of these events have reached capacity. Parents interested in Palms visits should sign up and choose their dates as soon as possible.

Current Palms parents are welcome to volunteer to accompany Palms Preview tours.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 21:37:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Bullying: September 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1972428</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an Anti-Bullying Parent Workshop on Thursday, September 26, 2024, starting at 5:00pm.

See our Anti-Bullying Program page for details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:04:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Total Palms Enrollment: 1,086 Students]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1971805</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[36% of Palms students are in the Community School, 39% are in the Gifted/High Ability Magnet, and 24% are in the Modern Media and Communications Magnet.

There are 349 students in sixth grade, 363 in seventh grade, and 374 in eighth grade.

You can see these and other statistics on the School Statistics page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 20:31:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Banned Books Week: September 23 to 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1971185</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms recognizes Banned Books Week every year, with students championing their right to read with discussions, signs, and posters promoting the reading of controversial books.

See a list of over 50 banned books, including "Fahrenheit 451," "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," and the Harry Potter series, on our Banned Books Week web page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:18:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Local School Leadership Council Meeting: September 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1969901</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, September, 23, 2024, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom. The meeting will include officer training.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 22 Sep 2024 10:14:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Fun Activity for Seventh Graders]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1968527</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Student-Teacher Games, a new lunchtime activity for 7th grade students, begins on Friday, September 10, 2024. Selected students will compete against teachers in games such as Checkers, Connect 4, Corn Hole, Jenga, and Tic Tac Toe.

This is the first of five scheduled Student-Teacher Games Fridays.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:35:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall 2024 Reading Challenge for Students]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1968298</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD students can earn recognition and prizes for reading at least six books by Friday, December 13, 2024.

After reading each book, students complete an activity about the book, available from Librarian Ms. Bullock, and receive a sticker and a stamp on their reading card. After Winter Break, prizes will be given to students who read six books and completed the activity for each one.

See the Library Events page for some recommended books.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:05:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: September 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1967182</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 18:34:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on the Parent Portal and Schoology: September 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1967735</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a Zoom webinar on the topic of "Parent Portal and Navigating Schoology" on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, from 5:00 to 6:00pm.

This is the second of ten parent workshops scheduled for this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 14:42:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: September 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1967711</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet in Zoom on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, starting at 1:30pm. The meeting was previously scheduled at a different time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 13:56:29 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sixth Grade Election Results Announced]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1967184</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Friday, September 13, Palms 6th graders voted in the Sixth Grade Election, choosing the Sixth Grade Officers for 2024-2025.

The results are as follows:
• Sixth Grade President: Wilson Clancey
• Sixth Grade Vice President: Jacob Gieske
• Sixth Grade Treasurer: Cora Lee
• Sixth Grade Secretary: Owen Curitore

Congratulations to Wilson, Jacob, Cora, and Owen!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 18:47:49 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Body Campaign Week: September 16 to 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1966231</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candidates for Study Body Officer (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Commissioner of Activities) will campaign during the week from Monday, September 16 through Friday, September 20, 2024.

The candidates are students in the Leadership elective.

The Student  Body Election will be held on Wednesday, September 25.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 14 Sep 2024 13:44:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friday, September 13: Minimum Day]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1965455</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be a Minimum Day on Friday, September 13, 2024.

The school day will begin at 8:00am and end at 12:37pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Sep 2024 18:41:34 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on What to do if Your Child is Absent: September 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1964670</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to a Parent Workshop in Zoom on the topic of absences, on Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.

This is the first of 10 monthly workshops for Palms parents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:39:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC and ELAC Elections: September 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1964211</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, the School Site Council (SSC) and English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will hold their elections. Both groups need parent members.

Attend the meeting at 3:30pm in Zoom or on campus in the Library.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 22:06:06 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First of Thirteen "Friday Lunch Events:" September 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1963470</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The program called "Friday Lunch Events" is new for the 2024-2025 school year. A variety of events, most of them on Fridays, will be held throughout the school year, starting on September 10.

September 10. 2024: Mental Health Awareness Month
September 20: Ballet Folklórico Performance
September 27: Create Flowers and Papel Picado
October 4: Teacher College Gear Fashion Show
October 9: Bullying Prevention Month
October 11: Student College Gear Fashion Show
October 18: Create a College Pendant
October 25: Create College Pom-Poms
November 8: Gratitude Month / Native American Month

February 7, 2025: Black History Month
March 7: Women's History Month
April 25: SBAC Testing Rally
May 9: Asian American / Pacific Islander Event]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:20:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sixth Grade Officer Campaign and Election: September 10 to 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1963462</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, September 10, Wednesday, September 11, and Thursday, September 12, sixth grade students can meet the candidates for Secretary, Treasurer, and President, by coming to the glass case by the 6th grade water fountain during lunch.

The Sixth Grade Election will take place in 6th grade homerooms on Friday, September 13, 2024. Good luck to all of the candidates, even though it's Friday the 13th!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:04:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Students Visit the Getty Villa]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1963435</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in Mr. Flores' Theatre Arts and Stage Crew electives visited the Getty Villa in Malibu on Friday, September 6, 2024.

Check out the photos on the Theatre Arts web page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 15:25:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Superintendent's Opening Address Features Two Palms Students]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1962454</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[7th grader Porché Brinker and another Palms violinist appear near the end of Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's 2024 Opening of Schools address.

Porché gained fame when she appeared on stage at the Academy Awards in March 2024 after her role in the Oscar-winning documentary "The Last Repair Shop."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 21:01:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Rules for Aerosols and Scented Lotions]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1961261</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students may not use body strays, aerosols, or scented lotions in classrooms or in the P.E. locker rooms. We know that students like to smell nice and stay dry but these types of products affect the health of other students.

Mists from sprays and aerosols make it hard for students with asthma to breathe. Lotions with scents cause allergic reactions, including migraine headaches, in students with certain types of allergies.

Glass bottles are prohibited in the locker rooms because they can break and students are walking with bare feet.

Please discuss these health and safety rules with your child.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:12:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Help Palms Students With a Chemistry Project]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1961230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Science students of Mr. Martinez are planning to study the chemical reactions that occur during tie-dying. You can help supply the tie-dye supplies by donating any amount to the fundraiser at DonorsChoose.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 09:42:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join the School Site Council or English Learner Advisory Committee: September 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1954864</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents can learn about and join the School Site Council (SSC) and English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) by attending the Orientation meeting in Zoom on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 9:00am and by submitting the Self Nomination Form (scan the QR code) by the deadline of Friday, September 6, 2024.

You must also attend the meeting on September 11, in Zoom or the Library, to be eligible for the elections.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 22:01:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Day: September 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1959466</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wednesday, September 4, 2024 is Picture Day, when photos are taken for Student ID Cards, during each student's P.E. period.

Students should be prepared to smile and should not wear green.

Parents can order photo packages from the Fotorama website.

Students who are absent will have their photos taken on Picture Make-Up Day: Thursday, September 26.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 22:00:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Book Fair: August 26 to September 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1955975</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The annual Book Fair is from Monday, August 26 to Wednesday, September 4, 2024.

Parents and students can buy books online at Scholastic.com or in the Library before school, during lunch, or for the first hour after school. Stock up on books for your family or to give as gifts!

Parent volunteers can sign up to help with a Book Fair shift using the link on the Book Fair page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2024 20:49:31 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jazz Band Auditions]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1956660</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students who want to join Jazz Band should pick up audition music in Room 172 by Thursday, August 29, 2024, and sign up for their audition.

Auditions will be held Tuesday, September 3 through Friday, September 6.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:45:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on August 30 and September 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1958081</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Friday, August 30, 2024, for California Admission Day, and no school on Monday, September 2, for Labor Day.

Have a great 4-day weekend!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:21:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Grade-Level Parent Meetings: August 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1957908</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms counselors will lead meetings for 6th grade parents, 7th grade parents, and 8th grade parents on Thursday, August 29, 2024.

• 5:00pm-6:00pm: 6th Grade Parent Meeting, led by Ms. Shin
• 5:30pm-6:30pm: 7th Grade Parent Meeting, led by Ms. Gonzalez
• 6:00pm-7:00pm: 8th Grade Parent Meeting, led by Ms. Gauthier

The Zoom links are on the School Calendar.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Aug 2024 10:01:06 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night: August 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1957824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and guardians of Palms students are invited to Back to School Night on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Follow your child's schedule to visit each of their classrooms and teachers. P.E. teachers are in the auditorium.

Come 20 minutes early and visit the Book Fair in the Library and the Emergency Preparedness Fair in the main hall.

This event is not the time for teacher conferences.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Aug 2024 14:52:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) Meeting: August 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1955816</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The LSLC is a shared decision-making body of parents, community members, and school staff. The LSLC makes decisions about the school calendar, professional development, the instructional materials budget, student discipline, the dress code, and other matters.

Parents can volunteer for the LSLC at the first meeting, Monday, August 26, 2024, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:53:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Volunteers Wanted for the Book Fair]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1955434</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Volunteers are needed to help with setup, operation, and shutdown of the Book Fair from Thursday, August 22 to Wednesday, September 4. Use the sign-up page to select your day and shift.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:21:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Coffee With the Principal: August 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1954496</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Mr. Enriquez will hold his first Coffee With the Principal in Zoom on Friday, August 23, 2024, starting at 8:30am. Join the meeting to hear the latest news from Palms and to have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 23 Aug 2024 12:14:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Spirit Week: August 19 to 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1952658</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The first Spirit Week will take place from Monday, August 19 to Friday, August 23, 2024.

Students can show their school spirit by dressing a certain way on each day of the week:

Pink Monday: Wear anything pink!
Anything but a backpack Tuesday: Carry your stuff some other way!
L.A. Wednesday: Represent your city!
Mismatched Thursday: Wear clothes that don't match!
Sports Day Friday: Show off your favorite sport or sports team!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 17 Aug 2024 10:46:40 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tip to Students with Cellphones: You Must Power Down During School]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1952595</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students who bring cellphones (or smart watches) to school must power them down during all school hours. Students in Team Prime Time must leave them powered down in the after-school program too.

Why? Because even if you don't use your phone, it might wake up when it receives a message, notification, or alert. If that happens, your phone will be confiscated and your parent or guardian will have to come to school to pick it up.

Remember that if there's a school emergency, the Palms staff will contact your parents. You are not to make calls on your own.

Power down and stay distraction-free!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2024 16:53:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1953024</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents and students are invited to the first meeting of Friends of Palms and PTSA on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.

You'll hear from Palms administrators and parent volunteers, learn what's happening at school, have your questions answered, and learn how you can volunteer too.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 18:15:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Buy Your Palms Press Gear Now Through September 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1947021</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[T-shirts, hoodies, and tote bags promoting The Palms Press (our school newspaper) are available Thursday, August 1 through Monday, September 2, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:27:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Why is There a Dress Code?]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1951284</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Dress Code is designed to maintain a safe and positive school climate and to avoid having clothes distract from or disturb school activities or the learning environment.

The Dress Code is part of the Code of Conduct, one of the documents in your Registration Packet. You can also read or download the Code of Conduct from this website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:03:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Who is Your Counselor?]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1950706</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you are in 6th grade, your counselor is Ms. Shin. She will also be your counselor for 7th and 8th grade.

If you are in 7th grade, your counselor is Ms. Gonzalez, the same as last year and next year.

If you are in 8th grade, your counselor continues to be Ms. Gauthier.

The counselors are in the Counseling Office. You can visit your counselor in person or contact her in Schoology or through this website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 21:00:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Tips for New Sixth Graders]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1950100</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Fall semester begins on Monday, August 12, 2024. Homeroom is first, where final schedules will be distributed. The Palms staff, in yellow LAUSD vests, will be ready to help any new 6th graders who aren't sure where to go or who have questions.

Students need to bring only their planner, at least one pen or pencil, and paper to write on. They do not need to bring any books or P.E. clothes. They can get lunch in the Student Cafeteria or they can bring their own lunch, if they prefer.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 11 Aug 2024 10:28:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meet and Greet: August 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1949820</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families new to Palms are invited to the annual Meet and Greet on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 10:00am to noon at the Rancho Park Cheviot Hills Recreation Center (2541 Motor Avenue). Bring the whole family!

We meet in the back of the park. Take the first driveway south of Pico Blvd., towards the archery range at the end of the long driveway.

Snacks will be provided. Please bring your own water and hats.

Current Palms families are welcome to attend too, to help us greet new families.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 14:47:35 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[What To Do If You Missed Your Parent Check-in Appointment]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1949710</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you missed your Parent Check-in (registration) appointment on August 5, 7, or 8, 2024, and you also missed the make-up Parent Check-in on August 9, have your child bring  the filled-out registration papers to school with them on the first day of school, Monday, August 12.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 09 Aug 2024 11:59:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Starts on Monday, August 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1948450</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Fall semester begins on Monday, August 12, 2024. School starts at 8:00 and lets out at 3:07. There is an extended homeroom (47 minutes) during which students will receive their schedule of classes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 14:23:39 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Camp Palms Off to a Great Start]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1948439</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Camp Palms Day 1 of 2 was held on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. New 6th grade students had fun making new friends, meeting Palms teachers, going on a scavenger hunt, making bookmarks, and other activities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 14:03:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Check-In: August 5 to 9]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1947743</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parent Check-In, the registration process, is the week of August 5, 2024. Parents bring the required forms and receive their student's schedule.

7th grade check-in is on Monday, 6th grade on Wednesday, and 8th grade on Thursday. Friday is make-up day for those who  missed their check-in day and time.

The time is 9:00am to 11:00am for students with last names beginning A to M. The time is noon to 2:00pm for students with last names beginning N to Z.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:00:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Fall 2024 6th Grade Families: Sign up for Camp Palms!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1932211</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students who will be 6th graders at Palms Middle School for Fall 2024, and their parents, are invited to Camp Palms, the popular school orientation program, taking place on August 6 and August 7, 2024. Scan the QR code or follow the link for the Registration Form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 08:44:45 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GATE/SAS Parent Newsletter: Summer 2024 Edition]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1945684</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Summer 2024 edition of LAUSD's GATE/SAS Parent Newsletter is available on the GATE/SAS Parent Newsletter page, in English and Spanish.

The lead article is about Amplifying Student Voices.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 11:19:51 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Congratulations Culminating Eighth Graders!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1936543</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You've worked hard over three years of growth and learning. Take pride in your achievements. Palms wishes you the success you deserve as you move on to high school!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 14:26:51 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last Day of Instruction: June 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1936200</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tuesday, June 11, 2024 is Culmination Day for 8th graders. For 6th and 7th graders, it's a Shortened Day, with dismissal at 2:06pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 09 Jun 2024 23:09:48 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[May Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1935692</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the May 2024 issue of the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 17:00:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Returning Textbooks and Library Books]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1932256</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Use Schoology to check for outstanding Library books. Go to Applications, choose Destiny Library, and then My Info to see the books on your account.

Books can be returned to Palms even if they came from your elementary school. If you lost a textbook, your account shows the amount you must pay LAUSD.

Seventh graders turn in books on June 5th during History class. Sixth graders turn in books on June 6th during History class. Eighth graders can continue to turn materials into Student Services.

If you have questions, contact Ms. Bullock, the Palms Librarian.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Jun 2024 17:27:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: May 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1934096</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Students of the Month are Benjamin Karpoukhin (6th grade), Tobden Toll (7th grade), and Samantha Gonzalez (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:45:10 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final LSLC Meeting: June 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1933852</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final meeting of the Local School Leadership Council for this school year will take place on Monday, June 3, 2024 starting at 4:00pm, in Zoom or Room 114.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jun 2024 09:24:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[College Information Night: June 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1933854</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Learn about local colleges on College Information Night: Tuesday, June 4, 2024, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm in Zoom. The presentation, sponsored by The Bruin Experiment, will include representatives from UCLA, UC Santa Barbara, USC, and Pasadena City College. Please RSVP for this event.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 01 Jun 2024 09:32:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Results of the Science Fair]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1934731</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms students won multiple awards at the Spring 2024 Science Fair.

Results:
• Grand Prize winner: Joshua Gupta-Pontius
• President’s Award: Isabel Gudino
• Special 10 Year Anniversary Award for Sustainability: Aanya Khattar
• 2024 Sticker Design: Aanya Khattar
• Honorable Mention: Arva Parikh
• Honorable Mention: Julia Grzegoczyk

Awards:
• Most Creative: Reese Manuel
• Most Innovative: Lexi Kampa
• Most Aesthetic: Darlene Santiago
• Most Unique: Aditi Kumar]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:14:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[After-School Programs Ending]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1932597</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last day for most after-school programs is Thursday, May 30, 2024. The last day for after-school tutoring is Friday, May 31. Students can continue to use tutor.com, accessed through Schoology.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 13:15:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Music Program Receives Grant]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1932236</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Ms. Jones and the Palms instrumental music program received a Core Grant-Band grant from the Save The Music Foundation.

The grant includes funding for new instruments, music stands, stand racks, printed method books, online method books, and professional development.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 12:58:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA["Bilingual/Bilteracy Pathways" Workshop: May 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1931814</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Zoom workshop on bilingual programs at Palms will take place on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 5:30pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 19:23:22 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meeting for Parents of Fall Seventh Graders]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1931813</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your child will be a 7th grader at Palms for Fall 2024, you are invited to a Zoom meeting called "Getting Ready for 7th Grade" on Tuesday, May 28, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 19:17:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[You Can Still Apply for Palms Programs for Fall 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1931492</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are welcome to apply for openings in the Palms Modern Media and Communications Magnet, the Palms Gifted/High Ability Magnet, the School for Advanced Studies (SAS), and the Spanish World Language Immersion Program for the coming school year.

For the Magnets and Spanish World Language Immersion Program, apply through the LAUSD Choices system. For the Schools for Advanced Studies, see the LAUSD SAS website or contact the Palms GATE Coordinator.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 14:00:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School for Memorial Day: May 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1931081</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday, May 27, 2024, for the Memorial Day holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 20:36:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final Coffee With the Principal: May 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1931055</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last Coffee With the Principal Zoom meeting for this school year will take place on Friday, May 24, 2024, starting at 8:30am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 17:26:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pre-ordered Yearbooks Available for Pick-Up]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1930461</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth graders who ordered the 2023-2024 Yearbook online can pick them up at the Student Store starting on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. Come before school (7:30 to 7:55am), at Break, or at Lunch.

Sixth and Seventh graders who ordered the Yearbook online can pick them up starting on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Once pick-ups are complete, the limited number of remaining copies will become available for purchase, $45 cash.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 20:26:31 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meeting for Parents of Fall Eighth Graders: May 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1930431</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your child will be an 8th grader at Palms for Fall 2024, you are invited to a Zoom meeting called "Shape Your Child's Future" on Thursday, May 23, at 5:30pm. The presentation will include culmination requirements.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 16:28:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Meeting for Parents of Incoming Sixth Graders]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1929304</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[If your 5th grade child will be a 6th grader at Palms Middle School in the Fall, you should attend the Zoom meeting on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.

A Palms Counselor will cover Palms programs, the campus, school rules, the school schedule, and more!

Share the Zoom link and flyer with other parents.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 20:50:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Donate to Help Friends of Palms Reach Its Goal]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1929295</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friends of Palms, which pays for many Palms programs, services, and supplies that help your children, has received $49,774 in donations so far. Please donate to help us reach our annual goal. Donations will fill out this year's budget and give us a good start for the coming school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 18:42:43 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: May 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1928650</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting for the school year will be on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, starting at 6:30pm. Returning families should use this opportunity to volunteer to help their school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2024 17:52:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: May 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1928644</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, May 20, 2024, starting a 4:00pm, in Zoom or in Room 114.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2024 17:47:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[GATE/SAS Parent Newsletter: Spring 2024 Edition]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1927121</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Spring 2024 edition of LAUSD's GATE/SAS Parent Newsletter is available on the GATE/SAS Parent Newsletter page, in English and Spanish.

The lead article is about Supporting the Social-Emotional Learning of Gifted Children.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2024 12:17:14 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Panda Express: May 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1926166</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to join us for the last Dining for Dollars event for this school year. Make an online order at Panda Express anytime on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, using fundraiser code 919658.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 17:29:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Final SSC Meeting: May 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1926162</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The final School Site Council meeting for the 2023-2024 school year will be on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, starting at 5:00pm in Zoom or Room 135.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 17:22:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[DonorsChoose Fundraising for Palms Nears $100,000]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1923411</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms teachers use DonorsChoose to raise funds for classroom supplies and equipment. As of May 2024, these fundraisers have brought in $99,406 for Palms classrooms. Donating to the four current fundraisers could put us over the $100,000 mark.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 12:11:29 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico Performance: May 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1923505</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss the Ballet Folklórico performance on Friday, May 10, 2024, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm in the Auditorium. In addition to the Palms dancers, Group Folklórico de UCLA will give a guest performance. Download the flyer and share it with your friends.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 13:21:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Teacher Appreciation Week: May 6 to 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1922578</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[During Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6 through May 10, 2024, parents are invited to bring treats for our teachers to the Main Office, between 7:30am and 7:45am each day. For details and sign-ups, see the May 6 notice on the Weekly Email page.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 08:55:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer School Registration]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1922033</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit the LAUSD Summer of Learning website  to learn about the available summer school programs, virtual experiences, and Beyond the Bell programs. Sign up before registration ends.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 16:19:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[April Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1920333</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the April 2024 issue of the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 12:14:34 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: April 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1920292</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Students of the Month are Delphine Dumont (6th grade), Nazir Daniels (7th grade), and Daniel Murillo (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 11:39:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[California State Testing Schedule: May 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1919727</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Schedule for Smarter Balanced (SBAC) and California Science (CAST) testing:
• Wednesday May 1: SBAC testing, dismissal at 2:11pm
• Thursday May 2: SBAC testing, dismissal at 2:11pm
• Wednesday May 8: SBAC testing, dismissal at 2:11pm
• Thursday May 8: SBAC testing, dismissal at 2:11pm
• Friday May 10: CAST testing (8th grade), dismissal at 2:11pm
• Monday May 13: SBAC and CAST make-up testing begins]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:55:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Instrumental Spring Concert: May 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1919731</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms community is invited to the Instrumental Spring Concert on Thursday, May 2, 2024, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium. The Palms Bands and Orchestra will perform. You might hear Jazz Band too!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 14:54:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Team Places in Magenta House Expo Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1917612</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Palms 7th graders Danilo Hogaboam, Nicolette Guan-Mangan, and Sienna Kalents, for placing third in the Magenta House Expo science fair. They earned a certificate and a cash prize for Palms with their water-saving project. Two other Palms teams also competed.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:40:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico Performance: April 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1917559</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms  Ballet Folklórico will perform at the LAUSD Arts Festival, at Los Angeles City College, on Saturday, April 27. The festival runs between 9:00am and 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:36:35 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: April 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1917362</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This year's final Coffee With the Principal meeting will on Friday, April 26, 2024, from 8:30am to 9:30am in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:10:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Statistics Available]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1916477</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Statistics on state test results, fitness test results, enrollment, and other measures are available on this website.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:38:58 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: April 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1916469</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th grade students should attend the Zoom meeting on Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:31:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on April 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1915760</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, in recognition of the Armenian Genocide. School resumes on Thursday, April 25.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:13:11 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on College Awareness: April 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1915222</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a Zoom workshop on the topic of College Awareness on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:24:48 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Theatre Arts Production]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1915038</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Under the direction of Mr. Flores, students in the Theater Arts elective put on a drama performance named "No Substitutes" on the evening of Thursday, April 18 and at an assembly on Friday, April 19, 2024. See the web page for a slideshow of photos.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:42:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms School Accountability Report Card Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1914978</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Every California school publishes an annual School Accountability Report Card (SARC), created by the California Department of Education, using data from the current school year. The Palms SARC for 2023-2024 is now available. Scan the QR code, follow the link, or download the attached file.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:34:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring into Greatness with the new Friends of Palms Fundraiser!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1914445</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friends of Palms needs your help to reach the fundraising goals that support your students.  We have great rewards to thank you for your fundraising efforts using our peer-to-peer campaign.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2024 20:27:22 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Drama Performance: April 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1912506</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms community is invited to attend the Spring Drama Performance on Thursday, April 18, 2024, starting at 6:00pm in the auditorium. Students from the Theatre Arts elective will perform.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Nov 2024 10:46:20 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: April 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1911973</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom. It's time for returning parents to choose volunteer positions for the 2024-2025 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:09:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at California Pizza Kitchen and California Fish Grill: April 16 and 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1911972</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us at Dining for Dollars at CPK in Culver City or Marina del Rey on Tuesday, April 16 and Wednesday, April 17, 2024, all day. Order online with code BACK20% or show the flyer in person.

Also join us at Dining for Dollars at California Fish Grill in Culver City on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, from 2pm to 8pm. Order online with code FUND2024 or show the flyer in person.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:05:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade 2025 Class Trip Informational Meeting: April 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1909444</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attend this Zoom meeting on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, starting at 5:30pm, to learn about the class trip for the Class of 2025.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:17:28 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: March 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1907317</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Students of the Month are Manuel Morales (6th grade), Khyrah LaBeach (7th grade), and Lilith Espiritu (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 15:43:57 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Campus Beautification Day: April 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1906731</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families can help tidy up our campus on Saturday, April 6, 2024, from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Parents, friends, students, and siblings are welcome! We'll clean and paint the tunnel and the area around the quad. Refreshments will be provided.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:40:24 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No April ELAC Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1905741</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be no meeting of the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) for April.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 08:48:32 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Roof Construction Complete for Amusement Rides]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1905759</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Right on schedule, LAUSD has finished the roof construction of a roller coaster, miniature golf course, and ice-skating rink on the roof of the main building. Eligible students (no more than ten U's this semester) can buy tickets starting today, April 1, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Spelling Bee Champion Places at Regional Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1902984</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pratim Rajesh, winner of the SCRIPPS Spelling Bee at Palms in January 2024, represented Palms at the Regional West Spelling Bee competition in March, finishing in 2nd place. Congratulations Pratim!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:29:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Break: March 25 to 29; No School on April 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1902906</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Spring Break is from Monday, March 25 to Friday, March 29, 2024. There is no school on Monday, April 1 for Cesar Chavez Day. We'll see you back at school on Tuesday, April 2.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:44:17 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Fill Out the School Experience Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1902786</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We ask all parents to fill out the School Experience Survey. As of this week, 52% of families have completed the survey. Let's get to 100%!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:50:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[March Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1902431</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the March 2024 issue of the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Mar 2024 20:35:34 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Gifted/SAS Parent Meeting: March 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1899451</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of GATE and SAS students are invited to a Parent Meeting on Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2024 12:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Chamber Concert: March 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1899450</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms community is invited to the Chamber Concert on March 20, 2024, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium. You will hear selected performers from our instrumental music program, under the direction of music teacher Ms. Jones.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 12:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Dealing with Digital Drama: March 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1899449</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to attend a Parent Workshop on the topic of "Dealing with Digital Drama" on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, starting at 9:00am in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: March 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1899448</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, starting at 6:30 in Zoom. Hear from the administrators and Friends of Palms leaders and have your questions answered.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 12:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: March 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1899447</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, March 18, 2024, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom or Room 114.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: March 18 to 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1899444</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students can show their school spirit by dressing up each day for Spirit Week, March 18 to 22, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 20:33:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House: March 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1898938</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents, and their families are invited to attend Open House on Thursday, March 14, 2024, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. You can visit any of your child's classrooms, where classwork and projects are typically on display. Make sure you know the room numbers of your child's classes.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:15:34 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pi Day: March 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1898936</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Pi Day (3/14), Palms celebrates the mathematical number π (pi). Sixth grade students will celebrate Pi Day with stories, activities, and a pi-reciting contest.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:09:15 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[State Testing: Letter from the Principal]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1898841</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Principal Mr. Enriquez has written a letter to Palms parents about California state tests, the Palms testing goal, practice tests, scores, and exemptions. For 8th graders, PSAT and state test results are going home with students this week.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 18:22:04 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: March 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1898374</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet at 5:00pm in Zoom on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:37:05 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Chipotle: March 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1898371</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join other Palms families for the Dining for Dollars fundraiser at Chipotle Culver City on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Use online order code JLRQF79 or show the flyer in person.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:26:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAT Scores Now Available]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1898361</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade students took the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT 8/9) in October. Scores are now available.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:09:34 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Violinist Takes to the Oscar Stage]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1897266</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms 6th grader Porché Brinker, a featured violinist in the film "The Last Repair Shop," was on stage in an elegant blue gown as the film won the Oscar award for Best Documentary Short in the Academy Award ceremony on March 10, 2024. About 20 million people were watching the telecast.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 10:47:40 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: March 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1897240</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be a Zoom meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 for parents of eighth grade students, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Mar 2024 16:43:10 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time Begins March 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1897158</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Set your clocks forward one hour.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:21:06 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[La Brea Tar Pits Field Trip]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1896542</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A field trip to the La Brea Tar Pits on March 7, 2024, was funded by the Cultural Arts Program and organized by Ms. Apenyo.
The group included students from the Modern Media and Communications Magnet, honors students, regular education students, and students with disabilities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 07:54:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Panorama Picture Day: March 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1895063</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Photographers will be ready during first period on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 to take the 8th grade class picture. Students should wear Palms gear or the school colors. Be sure to smile!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:27:57 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: March 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1895061</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 starting at 9:00am in Zoom or Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 21:18:09 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Connecting Cultures Exhibit: March 4 through 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1893968</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Connecting Cultures Mobile Museum exhibit celebrates the world's many cultures. From March 4 to 15, 2024, classes will visit the cafeteria to view the incredible display of unique and interesting items from many different cultures.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2024 10:52:19 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: February 2024]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1893199</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Students of the Month are Eva Rose Rhoton (6th grade), Max Lexi Lee (7th grade), and Scarlet Sohn (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 16:06:04 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month Assembly: February 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1891177</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Black History Month assembly, with the theme "Reach for the Stars," will take place at school on Leap Day (Thursday, February 29, 2024).
The presentations will include tributes to the NASA mathematicians featured in the "Hidden Figures" movie, Josephine Baker, and NBA stars.
Jazz Band will perform.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 20:34:37 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Substance Use: February 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1890644</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This parent workshop, on "Substance Use & Fentanyl Awareness," will be on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, starting at 5:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 07:31:27 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[January Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1876430</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the January 2024 issue of the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 19:37:50 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[February Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1890498</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the February 2024 issue of the newspaper created by students in the Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 19:37:12 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Leadership Students Visit Reagan Presidential Library]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1889732</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in the 7th and 8th grade Leadership elective took a field trip to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Leadership Center. They role-played and learned to improve their decision-making skills. While seated on Air Force One,  ready to "fly back to California," they were ordered to get off because of "an international crisis." It was an exciting learning experience.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 25 Feb 2024 21:01:45 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Strategic Budgeting: February 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1888183</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Parents are invited to a workshop on Strategic Budgeting for Student Achievement, on Thursday, February 22, 2024, starting at 9:30am in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:13:15 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Testing: Feburary 21, 22, 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1888327</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Smarter Balanced Interim Assessment tests for all grades are on Wednesday, February 21, Thursday, February 22 and Friday, February 23, 2024. Make sure your student is well-rested, has breakfast, and brings their fully charged computer device to school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 21:41:45 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: February 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1886997</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms families are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 Feb 2024 23:28:57 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on February 19 for President's Day]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1886613</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday, February 19, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2024 20:57:27 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Happy Valentine's Day]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1884879</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candy Grams are delivered during second period on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. The Valentine's Dance for 7th and 8th graders is after school, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:57:41 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Help Palms Robotics Students]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1884347</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Your donations can help students in the Robotics elective start new projects.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:18:35 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: February 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1884335</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Thursday, February 15, 2024 in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 10:12:15 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Parents: Take the School Experience Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1884320</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Experience Survey asks about your experiences at Palms. The results help the school community learn how best to serve the needs of its members.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:58:38 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last Day to Order Eighth Grade Palms Gear: February 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1882204</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The deadline for ordering eighth grade Palms gear is Saturday, February 10, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 08 Feb 2024 14:53:49 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: January 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1880937</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The February ELAC meeting will be on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, starting at 9:00am in Zoom or Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 14:47:05 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Three Palms Teachers Receive Education Grants]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1879478</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[1. Mr. Mcneil received a $900 grant from Azusa Pacific University's Keeping History Alive program.
2. Mrs. Romero also received a $900 grant from the Keeping History Alive program.
3. Mrs. Wohl received a $900 grant from Azusa Pacific University's Bringing STEM to Life program.
Our teachers will use these grants to purchase classroom materials.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 04 Feb 2024 21:38:17 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Help Palms Students Make Tie-Dye Shirts]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1877665</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students of Ms. Czujko will make tie-dye T-shirts if the class can get the necessary supplies. You can contribute to the fundraising campaign.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 16:54:27 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Palms Gear on Sale Now]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1877064</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Order Your Eighth Grade T-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, and other gear from now until Saturday, February 10.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:31:14 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Anti-Bullying Parent Workshop: January 31]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1876427</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to an Anti-Bullying Workshop on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, in Zoom, from 5:30 to 6:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 19:27:11 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: January 29]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1875696</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, January 29, 2024 starting at 4:00pm in Zoom or Room 114.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 28 Jan 2024 19:56:56 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms Meeting: January 23 [Canceled]]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1872684</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families are invited to the first Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting of the Spring semester, on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, starting at 6:30pm. [This meeting was canceled.]]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 18:45:21 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Spelling Bee Champions]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1873590</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sixth Grader Pratim Rajesh won the Palms Spelling Bee held on Thursday, January 18, 2024. His winning word was "Pascagoula." Second place in the contest went to eighth grader Chidumebi Duru. Congratulations to Pratim, Chidumebi, and all of the other contestants!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 14:28:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop: January 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1873571</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The topic of the January Parent Workshop, in Zoom at 5:00pm on Thursday, January 25, 2024, will be "High School Graduation and A-G Requirements."]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:49:08 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Candy Grams Sales: January 23 to 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1872069</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students can buy candy grams for $1 each on Tuesday, January 23 through Friday, January 26, 2024 during lunch outside of Room 144.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 10:16:01 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Art in the Afternoon Begins: January 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1870117</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Free one-hour after-school art classes on  Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are available to all students, first-come, first-served. Classes begin on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 18:06:38 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: January 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1869929</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents of 8th graders are invited to an Eighth Grade Parent Meeting in Zoom on Thursday, January 18, 2024, from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 19:42:20 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars: January 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1869041</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join Palms families at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, all day on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 for this month's Dining for Dollars fundraiser.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 21:07:54 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: January 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1869040</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, starting at 5:00pm in Zoom or Room 135.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 21:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome Back Spirit Week: January 16 to 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1868487</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join the fun by participating in the Spring semester Spirit Week in January 2024. Palms Pride!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jan 2024 17:23:10 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on January 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1868482</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School is closed for the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday on Monday, January 15, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jan 2024 17:03:42 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents: Please Take the TItle I Survey]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1867921</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can help Palms decide how best to use its Title I funds. Take the short survey in either English or Spanish. Deadline: Wednesday, January 17, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2024 10:34:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: January 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1866971</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms families are invited to Coffee With the Principal in Zoom on Friday, January 12, 2024, from 8:30am to 9:30am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 14:25:15 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Positive Behavior Support Program]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1866132</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Positive Behavior & Intervention Support Assemblies are being held on Thursday, January 11, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:28:39 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spelling Bee Schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1865894</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Scripps Spelling Bee at Palms will be held on Thursday, January 18, 2024, during Periods 3 and 4. Students interested in participating need to get the word list ahead of time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:20:21 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: January 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1865271</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at 9am in Zoom or Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 10:16:14 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spring Semester Begins: January 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1863259</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Winter Break is over and the Spring semester begins on Monday, January 8, 2024. The learning experience continues!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jan 2024 16:39:48 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Los Angeles Public Library Offers Free Online Tutoring]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1861950</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) reminds students that free online tutoring is available in English, math, science, social studies, writing, and Spanish.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 13:50:55 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Break: December 18 to January 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1859531</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[After 3 weeks for Winter Break, school will resume on Monday, January 8, 2024, for the start of the Spring Semester.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:27:45 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Musicians Featured in L.A. Times Short Documentary]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1859529</link>
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					<description><![CDATA["The Last Repair Shop," a documentary about a repair shop for school instruments, featured two Palms students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:12:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Shortened Day: December 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1858882</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, December 15, 2023, is a shortened day, with dismissal at 2:11pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 04:50:41 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Wonderland Dance for 7th/8th Graders: December 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1858393</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The dance will be from 3:15 to 4:15pm on the Library Patio. Admission is free. Students must meet the *Special* Eligibility Requirements for Grade Level Activities.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:17:35 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop: December 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1857848</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A parent workshop on the topic of "Social Media Teens" will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2023, starting at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:48:10 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[December Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1857354</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the December 2023 issue of the newspaper created by students in the  Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:59:29 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Safe Place for Youth Welcomes Your Donations]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1856546</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Middle School has a long association with Safe Place for Youth (S.P.Y), which helps helps young people transition off the streets. You can donate cash or needed supplies.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2023 15:58:35 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: December 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1857337</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council (SSC) will meet on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, starting at 5:00pm in Zoom or Room 135.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:38:47 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: December 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1856558</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) will meet on Monday, December 11, 2023, starting at 4:00pm, in Zoom or in Room 114.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Dec 2023 18:05:08 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last Day to Get Your Eighth Grade T-shirts and Hoodies: December 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1855869</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students should come to the Student Store to get their 8th grade T-shirts or hoodies by Friday, December 8, 2023. You can buy a T-shirt for $15 or a hoodie for $30, exact cash required, while supplies last.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Dec 2023 01:22:54 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent/Student Meeting: December 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1855330</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Eighth grade parents and students are invited to attend a Zoom meeting on Thursday, December 7, 2023, starting at 5:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 20:39:36 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Absences Must be Cleared By December 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1854714</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All absences for the Fall semester must be cleared by Friday, December 15, 2023. Starting in January, absence notes for August to December will no longer be accepted.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 20:43:23 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Concert: December 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1853995</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms families are invited to the Winter Concert on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, starting at 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:07:25 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: December 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1853258</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, starting at  9:00am in Zoom or in Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 21:06:02 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: November 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1853356</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Students of the Month are Arva Parikh (6th grade), Max Jazlyn Ramirez (7th grade), and Rakeb Zelealem (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 06:48:35 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Offering Transportation to All Students]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1852120</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD is making bus transportation available to non-magnet students. You must apply for this transportation opportunity.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:39:05 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Last Day to Order See's Candy: December 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1850803</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, December 1, 2023 is the last day for placing See's Candy orders. Be sure to get your order in by the deadline.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:58:11 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[i-Ready Testing Tips]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1850802</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[During the days of i-Ready testing, be sure that your child's device is fully charged each day and that they get a proper night's rest. A good breakfast can't hurt either!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:49:10 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sixth Grade Dance Ticket Sales: Thursday November 30 and Friday December 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1850798</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Tickets for the Sixth Grade Snowball Dance will be sold, for $1 each, at lunchtime in front of Room 45. The Dance will be on Wednesday, December 6.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 21:03:50 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: November 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1849323</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be a Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) meeting on Monday, November 27, 2023, starting at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2023 22:19:40 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: November 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1849324</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All parents are invited to attend the last Friends of Palms/PTSA Zoom meeting for the Fall semester, on Tuesday, November 8, 2023, starting at 6:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2023 22:06:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Help Palms Students With Creative Projects]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1849234</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can help enhance the creativity of students in Mrs. Romero's Robotics classes by donating to a new DonorsChoose campaign.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 26 Nov 2023 11:34:20 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Thanksgiving Break: November 20 to 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1848264</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school during the week of November 20, which has three Unassigned Days and the two-day Thanksgiving holiday. Enjoy this time with your family!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 19 Nov 2023 20:52:19 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Bell Schedule Starting November 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1847451</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Starting on Friday, November 17, 2023, dismissal will be at 3:06 on each Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Dismissal will be at 2:06 on each Tuesday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 12:46:27 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Three Finalists from Palms in Día de Los Muertos Contest]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1847881</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms 7th grader Robin Cunningham and Palms 8th graders Cybelle Rivera-Guzman and Alex Ruiz were selected as finalists in the annual Día de Los Muertos art contest sponsored by the Pasadena Tournament of Roses.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 11:10:20 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Theatre Arts Fall Drama: See the Slideshow]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1847540</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 20:28:09 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: November 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1847455</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last Coffee With the Principal for the Fall semester will take place on Friday, November 17, 2023, from 8:30 to 9:30.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 14:32:17 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall Drama Performance: November 16]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1846917</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Theatre Arts elective class presents "The 10 Best/Worst Things About Middle School" on Thursday, November 16, 2023, starting at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 19:47:22 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[November Issue of Palms Press]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1846308</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the November 2023 issue of the newspaper created by students in the  Journalism elective.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:06:06 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at California Pizza Kitchen: November 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1845669</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Enjoy a great meal while helping Friends of Palms. It's Dining for Dollars at CPK, all day Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Show the flyer or use online checkout code BACK20%.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: November 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1845670</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next School Site Council meeting will be on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, starting at 5:00pm in Room 135 or in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:55:00 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Support Fundraisers by Palms Teachers]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1845671</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Three fundraisers are currently in progress.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:11:30 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Spirit Week: November 13 to 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1844883</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's Fall Spirit Week, from Monday, November 13 to Friday, November 17, 2023. Follow the daily schedule.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:07:38 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop: November 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1844886</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A parent workshop on the topic of "The Middle School Brain" will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, starting at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 18:32:57 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save $5 by Pre-ordering Your Yearbook Now]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1844880</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Pre-ordering the 2024 Yearbook is the only way to guarantee that you'll get a copy.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 12 Nov 2023 17:47:06 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School for Veterans Day: November 10]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1844290</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, November 10, 2023 is a school holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:02:50 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canned Food Drive Ends November 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1842607</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The last day of the Canned Food Drive is Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Each homeroom has a drop-off box. Here are the details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:08:12 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LAUSD Winter Academy: December 18-20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1842253</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can now register for the 3-day LAUSD Winter Academy, December 18 to 20, 2023, 8:00am to 3:00pm each day. Here are the details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:08:38 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students of the Month: October 2023]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1841358</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Students of the Month are Reese Manuel (6th grade), Max Jones (7th grade), and Alekxa Mazariego (8th grade).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:09:53 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Canned Food Drive: October 19 to November 8]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1832572</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Send canned goods to your child's homeroom so they can be distributed to needy families. Here are the details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:12:12 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Pops Concert: November 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822608</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Pops Concert, postponed from October, will be held on Monday, November 6 at 6:00pm in the Auditorium.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2023 16:42:41 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time Ends: November 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1841224</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Set your clocks back one hour.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:42:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Día de los Muertos Assemblies: November 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1840424</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms will hold its annual Día de los Muertos assembly for students on Friday, November 3, 2023 during Periods 3 and 4.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 20:37:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: November 1]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1838232</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will meet on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 starting at 9:00am in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 10:26:09 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: October 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1837331</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The next Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) meeting will take place on Monday, October 30, 2023, starting at 4:00pm in Room 114 or in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2023 18:27:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Historic Figure Pumpkin Decorating]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1835956</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students are decorating pumpkins to look like historic figures for a display in the Library. The Student Body can vote for their favorites, which are given ribbons.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:23:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent/Family Engagement Policy Presentation: October 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1835955</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Title I Parent/Family Engagement Policy Presentation will be in Zoom on Thursday, October 26, 2023, starting at 9:00am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:05:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[PSAT for 8th Graders: October 27]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1835334</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT 8/9) will be given to 8th grade students on Friday, October 27, 2023, during an extended homeroom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 20:16:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Halloween Dances: October 25 and October 31]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1835254</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 6th grade Halloween Dance will be on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 3:15 to 4:15pm. The 7th and 8th grade Halloween Dance will be on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, from 3:00pm to 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 15:10:55 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Palms Press - the Journalism Newspaper]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1834663</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students in the Palms Journalism Elective have published the first issue of the Palms Press newspaper. Enjoy reading what these students have written for you!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 19:23:56 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Message from Superintendent Alberto Carvalho]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1834393</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Read the statement about the violence in the Middle East from LAUSD Superintendent Alberto M. Carvalho]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:11:52 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Halloween Costumes and the Dress Code]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1833692</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Students may wear Halloween costumes on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, but they must follow the Halloween dress code. Read the letter from Principal Mr. Enriquez.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:10:55 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[A Successful Beautification Day]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1833014</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[On Saturday, October 14, 2023, volunteers cleaned the area around the quad, removed weeds, trimmed plants, and cleaned bricks.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 15:52:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[The Great California ShakeOut: October 19]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1832383</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This annual earthquake drill is observed all over the state of California. At Palms, it is part of the Emergency Preparedness program.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2023 16:06:31 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Mendocino Farms: October 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1831772</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families can enjoy a great meal while earning money for Friends of Palms at Mendocino Farms on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. Here are the details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:12:34 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: October 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1830243</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The School Site Council will meet in Zoom on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, starting at 5:00pm, preceded by officer training at 4:30pm.
Topics will include the Parent and Family Engagement Policy and Single Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA).]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 10:24:08 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: October 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1830241</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, October 17, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom. You'll hear from the staff, hear from Friends of Palms and PTSA leaders, learn what's happening at school, and be able to ask questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:23:48 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Magnet Preview: October 17]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1830238</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families considering Palms Middle School for their child are invited to attend the Magnet Preview on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, on campus from 8:30 to 9:30am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 15 Oct 2023 16:19:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Student Absences: October 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822611</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A parent workshop on "What to do if your child is absent" will take place in Zoom on Thursday, October 12, 2023, starting at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:30:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ELAC Meeting: October 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822609</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The October meeting of the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) will be on Thursday, October 12, at 9:00am in Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fall GATE/SAS Parent Meeting: October 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822607</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Fall GATE/SAS parent meeting will be on Thursday, October 5 from 5:00 to 6:00pm, in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Meeting of Beading Club: October 5]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822578</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Beading Club meets for the first time on Thursday, October 5, 2023. It's just one of over 30 clubs available to students during lunch and after school.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[High School Information Night: October 3]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822577</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families can meet representatives from local high schools on High School Information Night, Tuesday, October 3, from 5:00 to 6:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Choices Application Period Begins: October 2]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822571</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD Magnet school "Choices" applications for the 2024-2025 school year will be accepted starting Monday, October, 2, 2023.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:48:20 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Banned Books Week: October 2 to 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1822567</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The week of October 2 is Banned Books Week at Palms, when Palms students champion their right to read.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:48:40 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Over 30 Clubs to Choose From]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1821004</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Students can attend one or more club meetings, with over 30 clubs to choose from. Some have already started and some are starting soon.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:30:25 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Body Officers Elected]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1821655</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Student Body Election was held on Wednesday, September 27. The winners are Westin Hama, Allison Lai, Henry Hefler, Alyssa Ho, and Marvin Elkin.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 19:42:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dress Code Reminder]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1819716</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students must follow the Code of Conduct, which includes the Student Dress Code. The Dress Code is designed to maintain a positive atmosphere for learning.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:25:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Use DonorsChoose to help teachers obtain equipment and supplies]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1819538</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The DonorsChoose website lets you donate any amount to help a Palms teacher with his or her fundraiser.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 12:07:47 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Make-Up Picture Day: September 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1819031</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[For students who missed Picture Day on September 7, photos for Student ID cards and the Yearbook will be taken on Thursday, September 28. Students should dress nicely but not wear green.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 24 Sep 2023 05:17:07 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School on September 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1818955</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There is no school on Monday, September 25, 2023. It is an unassigned day for Yom Kippur.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 20:39:26 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Ballet Folklórico at Kaiser Permanente: September 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1818930</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms students from Ballet Folklórico will perform on Saturday, September 23, 2023, at the Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, starting at 11am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 17:02:57 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Jazz Band Auditions: September 21, 22, 25, 26]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1817719</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[It's time for students interested in joining the Jazz Band after-school program to audition.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:23:13 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop on Volunteering: September 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1817716</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A parent workshop on "How to Become a Parent Volunteer" will take place in Zoom on Thursday, September 21, 2023, starting at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2023 06:12:30 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Dining for Dollars at Panda Express: September 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1816270</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms families can enjoy a great meal while earning money for Friends of Palms at the first Dining for Dollars event of the school year, on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Here are the details.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:12:58 -0800</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC Meeting: September 20]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1817481</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A meeting of the School Site Council will take place on Wednesday, September 20. Council members can use Zoom or go to Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:27:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Student Body Campaign Week]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1817472</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[This is Student Body Campaign Week, as students from Leadership run for the five Student Body Offices. The candidates create campaign slogans, make campaign posters, and give campaign speeches.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 20 Sep 2023 13:16:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1815499</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All parents are invited to the Friends of Palms/PTSA meeting on Tuesday, September 19, starting at 6:30pm in Zoom. You'll hear from the staff, hear from Friends of Palms and PTSA leaders, learn what's happening at school, and be able to ask questions.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2023 21:05:03 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[LSLC Meeting: September 18]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1815497</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[There will be a metting of the Local School Leadership Council on Monday, September, 18, 2023, starting at 4:00pm in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 17 Sep 2023 20:59:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night Photos]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please enjoy these photos of the Book Fair, Ballet Folklórico, Student Tech Team, Emergency Preparedness Team, and the Friends of Palms table.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Sep 2023 21:18:54 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Night: September 14]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1813375</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to Back to School Night on Thursday, September 14 from 5:00 to 7:00pm. The Book Fair and Emergency Preparedness Fair start at 4:30.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:27:48 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC and ELAC Elections: September 13]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1812980</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The SSC and ELAC elections will be held on Wednesday, September 13, at 3:30pm, in Zoom or in Room 112.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 14:09:06 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Book Fair: September 11 to 15]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1811538</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents and students are invited to the Palms Book Fair, September 11 to 15, and on Back to School Night on Thursday, September 14.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 10 Sep 2023 15:25:52 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parents Needed for the School Site Council, Meeting September 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1810689</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A second School Site Council (SSC) orientation meeting for parents will be held on Monday, September 11, at 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 07:21:02 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Title I Annual Meeting: September 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1809785</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Title I Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 7, starting at 9:00am in Zoom.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:09:57 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Picture Day: September 7]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1809780</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Student ID and Yearbook photos will be taken on Thursday, September 7 during P.E. period. Students should dress nicely but not wear green.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 06 Sep 2023 15:58:50 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SSC and ELAC Orientation: September 6]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1808299</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to an orientation meeting for the School Site Council and the English Learner Advisory Council.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2023 21:12:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[No School September 1 and 4]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1807694</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friday, September 1 is California Admission Day. Monday, September 4 is Labor Day. There is no school on either holiday.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:35:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[English Learners Program Options Meeting: August 30]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1805653</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Attend this Zoom meeting, on August 30 at 9:00am to learn about the options available to students in the English Learners program at Palms.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 30 Aug 2023 22:11:19 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First LSLC Meeting: August 28]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1804550</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Interested parents can attend the first meeting of the Local School Leadership Council (LSLC) in Zoom on Monday, August 28, 2023 at 4:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:39:37 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Book Fair Volunteers Needed]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1804129</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Volunteers are needed for the Book Fair, September 11 through 15. To volunteer for a Book Fair shift, fill out our Volunteer Form.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 26 Aug 2023 05:55:23 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[First Friends of Palms/PTSA Meeting: August 22]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1800253</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Palms parents are invited to the first combined Friends of Palms and PTSA meeting for this school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 11:55:10 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coffee With the Principal: August 25]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1802851</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Parents are invited to the first Coffee With the Principal for this school year, on Friday, August 25, 2023, from 8:30am to 9:30am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 24 Aug 2023 10:37:46 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Eighth Grade Parent Meeting: August 24]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1802339</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Zoom meeting for parents of 8th grade students will be held on Thursday, August 24, from 5:00 to 6:00pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 23 Aug 2023 20:57:53 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Workshop: August 23]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1802077</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms parents are invited to a Parent Workshop on "The Parent Portal & Navigating Schoology" on August 23 at 5:30pm.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:57:59 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Closed Monday August 21]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1799618</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[LAUSD schools will be closed on Monday, August 21, 2023 due to Tropical Storm Hilary. Students should check for work in Schoology after 10:30am.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 20 Aug 2023 19:53:18 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Parent Check-In: (Registration): August 7 to 11]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1792478</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Palms Registration Week begins on August 7, 2023. Come to school at your designated day and time.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:20:16 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New Family Meet & Greet: August 12]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1791888</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Friends of Palms invites new students and their families to join us and make new friends before school starts.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Welcome to the New Palms Middle School Website!]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1791887</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Palms Middle School website has a new look! You can reach us at either palmsmiddleschool.org or palmsms.lausd.org.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 04 Aug 2023 00:01:00 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enroll in a Los Angeles Unified School]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1783076</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Visit the enrollment portal to enroll your child in a Los Angeles Unified School. See you in school!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:07:44 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Register for a Summer of Learning]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1783075</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us from June 26 – July 25 and make the most out of this year’s Summer of Learning. Summer programs include instructional support, expanded learning, specialized programs and virtual enrichment.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:07:01 -0700</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Enjoy summer activities throughout Los Angeles]]></title>
				<link>http://palmsms.lausd.org/apps/news/article/1783074</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Summer is the perfect time to embrace the great outdoors and take learning beyond the classroom. Let's embark on exciting educational adventures that inspire, educate, and create unforgettable memories!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 09:06:15 -0700</pubDate>
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