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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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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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OCPS Parent Academy

Join Us for a FREE Day of Learning & Fun at Parent Academy! Discover valuable information and resources to support your child's success—all in one place! At Parent Academy, you'll have access to engaging sessions led by district departments and community partners, plus an interactive exhibit hall filled with organizations eager to share helpful tools and services.

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Hurricane Season: June 1 - November 30

Hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major damage from storm surge, wind damage, rip currents and flooding.

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Bus Route Information for the 2025-26 School Year

Bus route assignments for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year will be available to view on August 1, 2025.

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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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Upcoming Events

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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.

 

School Hours:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - 8:45am to 3:00pm

Wednesday - 8:45am to 2:00pm

Office Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm

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.

 

Principal’s Message

 

 

 

A man in a blue polo shirt smiles outdoors, wearing a lanyard.

 

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