The South Portland High School Chess Club concluded their season by competing at the Maine Scholastic State Chess Tournament at the University of Maine, where they secured their third consecutive season championship! ♟️ Congratulations to the team and the top scorers this season: Oscar, Lucas, Ashley, Noah, Ian, Logan, Neil, and Jackson!
2 months ago, South Portland Schools
Waynflete still has open spots available for camps this summer, including Dungeons & Dragons, Performing Arts, Summertime Arts, Sports, Eco Explorers, and Ninja & Parkour! Visit summer.waynflete.org to learn more and register.
2 months ago, South Portland Schools
March is Music In Our Schools Month! 🎶🎵🎶 We’re celebrating our incredible student talent and the passion and dedication of our music faculty at South Portland Schools, including chorus, band, and orchestra.
2 months ago, South Portland Schools
Each quarter at South Portland High School, four students are recognized for exemplifying the Riot Way: engaged, safe, respectful, and responsible. Students who were recognized received a certificate, a local business gift card, and chose a local nonprofit organization to donate $25 to. Congratulations to Bentley, Samar, Lila, and Logan!
2 months ago, South Portland Schools
SoPo Unite Tip of the Month: Help Teens Get Their Best Rest
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
Last week, South Portland Middle School held its first Unified Basketball game! 🏀⛹️ Teachers Mr. Lenson and Ms. McNally have been working with the team to get them prepared. Both teams showed great sportsmanship! The next home game is happening next week on March 17 at 3:30 p.m. against Auburn. Come to the game and support the team!
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
Black History Month was celebrated in February at South Portland High School with a Spirit Week, a panel discussion, and an all-school assembly hosted by the SPHS Black Student Union (BSU). There was music by the SPHS symphonic band, poetry readings, and a spectacular dance performance. Thank you to the BSU for hosting and to students for supporting each other!
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
Due to weather, all South Portland schools will open two hours later than normal today, Friday, March 6th.
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
See the 2026 Regional One Act Festival at South Portland High School March 6 and 7. 🎭 There you can catch South Portland High Schools’ performance of “Hearts Like Planets,” a super hero story about relationships, heartache, and good versus evil, on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.!
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
Reminder: Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 6 to be considered for the first round of the Pre-K lottery for the 2026-27 school year! Visit spsdme.org/prek to apply.
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
We’re celebrating National School Social Work Week (March 1-7, 2026)! Social workers play a vital role in supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being. We are proud to recognize and thank our social workers for their commitment to helping every student succeed!
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
Come to the first ever FINE ARTS NIGHT at South Portland High School next week on Wednesday, March 4! 🎨See beautiful works of art 🎵 Hear music from the Jazz Band, Chamber singers, and Teacher Rock Band 🎭 Watch "Hearts Like Planets," SPHS's submission for the Maine State Regional One Act Festival, at 7:45 p.m. $5 suggested donation at the door
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
After a 14 week course focused on English and Hospitality, including mock interviews with industry professionals, all 11 South Portland Adult Education students achieved certificates from the American Hotel and Lodging Association through the Bridge to Hospitality Careers program and are now Certified Guest Service Professionals!
To learn more about the Bridge to Hospitality Careers program and South Portland Adult Education, visit the News section on spsdme.org.
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
First graders at Kaler have been studying the unique cultures of the learners in their classrooms. From homes and food to clothing, students have explored aspects of cultures around the world, and were able shared their hard work with their Kaler community!
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
What better way to kick off winter break than sledding right into it?! 🛷 South Portland Middle School students had the opportunity to go sledding today for following the Shark Code!
We look forward to seeing you back in class when school resumes on Monday, February 23!
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
SoPo Unite Tip of the Month: Substance Use Prevention - For Youth, From Youth
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
The City of South Portland is currently hiring School Crossing Guards! If you have interest in applying, please contact Rocco Navarro at rnavarro@southportland.gov.
3 months ago, South Portland Schools
Youth Lacrosse registration is open now for grades K-2 and 3-6! 🥍 Visit southportlandme.myrec.com or scan the QR code for more information and to sign up.
4 months ago, South Portland Schools
What do you want to see in South Portland's next school superintendent? Take the online survey to share your thoughts at tinyurl.com/SPSDSurvey. Zeal, the organization we have partnered with to lead the search, is also offering in-person opportunities today and tomorrow for families, students, staff, and the community to participate. Your input will help us create a Leadership Profile that reflects the values, priorities, and aspirations of our community. For more information about the process and for the schedule of sessions, visit spsdme.org/superintendentsearch.
4 months ago, South Portland Schools
At last night's Budget Forum, community members came together and had lively and productive conversations that will help guide the FY27 planning process. There will be another opportunity for discussions at the Virtual Budget Forum this evening at 6 PM. For the link to join, please visit spsdme.org/budget27.
