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The 2027-28 Magnet Programs and Scholastic Academies application period opens October 13 and closes December 18. Apply during the application window to be considered for these unique educational opportunities.

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What is ParentSquare?

ParentSquare is a unified communication platform that offers a variety of tools that allow the district, school administrators and teachers to more effectively communicate and engage with families and students.

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OCPS Parent Portal Concerns?

If you are experiencing issues with an OCPS Parent Portal Application (i.e. Skyward Family Access, Canvas Parent) please click below for support.

Parent Portal Concerns Form
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Need to Locate Resources? You can search for free or reduced cost programs such as food, housing, mental health, education programs, and other social services provided directly by Community Based Organizations.

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Blast! 9.14.26

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Bobcat Blast! Week of: September 14, 2026 Aloha Bobcat Ohana! We packed a lot into four days last week! First, let me say congratulations on having not only smart children, but good-looking ones as...

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Bobcat Blast! Week of: September 7, 2026 Aloha Bobcat Ohana! Finally! The best time of the year has arrived in full. Our 5th-grade team got us revved up and ready to go for the beginning of Footbal...

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Bobcat Blast! Week of: October 6, 2025 Aloha Bobcat Ohana! My name is Lauren Akesson and I am the school counselor here at Palm Lake. This is my 11th year here, and I am proud to work at such a won...

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School Profile

The entrance to Palm Lake Elementary School, a blue building with a welcoming facade.

Vision: Every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future.

Mission: Together with our families and the community, we empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.

Address: 8000 Pin Oak Dr. Orlando, FL 32819-7107

Phone: 407-354-2610

Principal: James Weis

Mascot: Billy the Bobcat

Colors: Blue, Yellow & White

School Hours: 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (M,T,H,F) 2:00 p.m. (Wednesday)

Office Hours: 7:30am to 4:30pm

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th

Principal’s Message

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Welcome To Palm Lake Elementary School!

Our goal is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility in a safe and supportive environment for all students to meet the challenges of a global society.  At Palm Lake you will find a faculty and staff committed to teaching and enriching the whole child through experiential learning, the arts, and community building. 

Our dedicated teachers and staff work hand in hand with our wonderful parents, PTA, and the Palm Lake community to provide the educational experience each child so richly deserves.  Through the tenets of our Bobcat PRIDE Pledge we help our students learn and live with Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Determination and Excellence in all that they do each and every day.

Show your BOBCAT pride! 

Mr. James Weis
Principal

 

Arrival: Car Riders and Walkers
Students may enter between 8:15 - 8:40 am. Parents are asked to remain in their vehicles or at the walking gates for safety reasons. Parents will need to sign in through the front office to receive a badge before entering the school. 

Note: 
Grades 1,2,3 will be dropped off at the car loop outside building 5.
Grades K,4,5 will be dropped off at the car loop outside building 6

Tardies:
It is very important to be on time each day. If your child arrives to school after 8:45 am, they are considered tardy. Please escort students to the front office after gates are closed 8:40 am. Anyone entering after 8:45am must be signed in by an adult to receive a tardy slip.(Late buses do not count as a tardy)

Dismissal:
3:00pm (2:00pm Wed) 

Note: 
Grades 1,2,3 will be picked up at car loop outside building 5.
Grades K,4,5 will be picked up at car loop outside building 6.

For the safety of students and staff, please wait inside your vehicle and pull up when instructed.

Bus students will be called as their buses arrive in the bus loop.