Ask Palms
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Send any other questions to askfriends @ palmsmiddleschool.org. Friends of Palms will try to get you an answer by email. Selected questions and answers will be posted here as well, without identifying you personally.
If your question is very personal or especially sensitive, we suggest that you contact a Palms teacher, counselor, or administrator directly.
What's the difference between the Honors program and the Gifted Magnet School?
Do I need to apply to the Magnet Program?
Do I need to apply for the SAS Program?
My child is in a Magnet school. How do I apply for transportation?
How many teachers will my child have?
Can I request that my child be given a specific teacher?
Can my child have more than one elective?
Is it hard for incoming sixth graders to adjust to middle school?
What's the daily school schedule?
Will students get behind if their schedule changes during the first 2 to 3 weeks of school?
How can I speak with my child's teacher?
What are the rules about immunizations?
What's the difference between Friends of Palms and PTSA?
Do I need to contact the school if my child is absent?
What if my child forgets to bring something to school?
When does Team Prime Time start on shortened days?
What happens to the tunnel if it rains?
Can I bring cupcakes on my child's birthday?
How can students cope with heavy backpacks?
Can students ride a bike to school?