Team Prime Time
Team Prime Time is a non-profit organization founded by the Directors of Prime Time Sports Camp. The Team Prime Time Program begins on the first day of school in August. The program is free, and open to all grades.
The program combines academic support, sports, and enrichment.
The hours are Monday through Friday after school until 6:00pm, even on Tuesdays and minimum days. Pick-up is from the south side of Palms Blvd. (10876 Palms Blvd.). We ask that parents not pick up students before 5:45pm.
Highlights of the program:
- One adult for every 20 students
- Daily meal
- Academics:
- Daily homework help
- Academic assistance
- Tutoring
- Students do homework as much of the afternoon as they want. Most students spend one hour on homework and the rest of the time on other activities.
- Comprehensive sports program:
- Prime Time Games®, a full-inclusion peer-mentor sports program
- Prime Time Cup Sports League
- Fall sports: basketball, flag football, volleyball
- Spring sports: soccer, softball, tennis
- Competitive tournaments
- eGaming
- Dance
- Enrichment:
- Cooking
- Music
- Coding
- Fashion Design
- STEAM Academy, with visual arts, media arts, photography, and STEM projects
- ... and more!
The program changes from year to year. In the past, the program has included:
- Prime Time Games Leadership Program working with developmentally disabled children, in partnership with UCLA athletes
- Prime Time Trials Mock Trial Competition in partnership with Loyola Law School
- An end-of-school-year evening of unique and inspirational artwork created by resident student-artists from the four Team Prime Time locations in West Los Angeles. Visual art pieces and hands-on workshops are held, followed by live dance, theatre arts, and media arts presentations.
For more information, see the contact information below.
2025-2026 Sports Schedule
| Sport | From | To |
| Futsal (like soccer) | Aug 14 | Oct 17 |
| Flag Football | Oct 20 | Dec 19 |
| Soccer | Dec 1 | Jan 23 |
| Volleyball | Jan 4 | Mar 10 |
| Basketball | Mar 23 | May 29 |
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Volleyball
3x3 Basketball
|
Jun 15 | Jul 25 |
Application
Download and fill out the 2-page form below, in either English or Spanish.
The first page is the Beyond the Bell Application/Agreement.
The second page is the Middle School Early Release Policy Form and is also required, even if the student will not be picked up early.
Space is limited, so apply as soon as you can.
Fall 2025 Activities
Art
Students took part in an art contest building forts with two materials, and a mystery box challenge themed Anime, Using random supplies to create themed artwork.
STEM
Students have been introduced to 3D pens and 3D printing. They will be learning how to create various items that they can use in their daily lives using the 3D printer.
Sports
In futsal, we are currently 1-1-4. Despite a tough season, the students have made it to the playoffs and are still going strong!
October schedule:
- Saturday, October 11: Soccer game at Belmont High School, 1:00pm
- Wednesday, October 15: Art & STEM Showcase
- Tuesday, October 21: First day of dance practice
- Friday, October 31: Boo Fest
Mock Trials
Mock trials are held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30pm.
Prime Time Games
Prime Time Games is still accepting sign-ups.
Cell Phone Policy and Dress Code
The Cell Phone Policy and Dress Code in the after-school program are identical to the policies during the school day. This is to keep the environment safe and distraction-free.
Cell Phone Policy: See the General Campus Rules page.
Dress Code: See the Code of Conduct page.
Contact
Main Office:
Team Prime Time
P.O. Box 341848
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Phone: 310-838-7872
Palms Site:
Director: Christi Black (email)
Phone: 310-892-7872
Website: teamprimetime.org
UCLA Athletes at Palms
Athletes from UCLA have come to Palms as part of an ongoing mentoring program.
See:
- D-Fenders Visit Palms Middle School's Team Prime Time (NBA article and gallery)
- UCLA Football Participates in 'Man Maker Wednesdays' (news article)
Closeups of Andrew Abbott and Kevin Prince used with permission.