Welcome to the PALMS website

PALMS develops practical, research-based resources to assist practitioners in their efforts to promote Latino postsecondary enrollment. We aim to impact the work of secondary schools, college access programs, and community-based organizations that serve Latino students and their families.

News and Updates

New Tools from NCFL!

The National Center for Family Literacy (NCFL) has released new multi-media tools to help parents and families prepare for college.

PALMS in the News

PALMS Project Director, Amy Aparicio Clark, is featured on a new website for Latino families. Read the article.

Free Resource

Learn how to receive a free print copy of our Tools for Latino Family Outreach. Available for a limited time only.

Featured Resources

Parents for Public Schools(PPS)

PPS is a national organization of community-based chapters working to strengthen public schools...

National Parent School Partnership Program

This program and accompanying curriculum is produced by the Mexican American Legal Defense and...

Federal Student Aid Website

This website is available entirely in Spanish. It offers many resources related to financial aid,...

Features on this site

PALMS Research Studies: Reaching Parents highlights how programs across the country support Latino parents. Working with Students features best practices for motivating Latino students in their pursuit of postsecondary education.

PALMS Toolkit for School Leaders: Tools for Latino Family Outreach provides tools to launch or strengthen an outreach program tailored to your school.

Connections to Relevant Resources: For parents, students and service providers, this section has links to organizations, financial aid information, and college access guides, many available in Spanish.