South Portland High School

There will be a School Board Meeting on Monday, November 9th at 6 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.

4 days ago, South Portland Schools

Congratulations to the first quarter Red Riot Way Award recipients! Students receive this recognition for exemplifying the Riot Way, focusing on positive behaviors: being engaged, safe, respectful, and responsible. They received a certificate, a gift card to a local business, and the opportunity to select a local nonprofit organization to receive a $25 donation. Congratulations to Cameron, Ester, Aisha, Thalia, and Jacoby! (Missing from photo: Gavin)

4 days ago, South Portland Schools

See The Jazz Ambassadors of The U.S. Army Field Band in a free concert at South Portland High School Auditorium on Friday, November 6 at 7 p.m.! Reserve a spot now at www.spsdme.org/jazz-ambassadors.

4 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland community, share your views on the future of our elementary schools.

Take the survey online now: spsdme.org/community-survey. The deadline to submit is Sunday, November 8.

For more information, please visit spsdme.org/reconfiguration.

**This survey is intended for community members who have not yet taken a survey on elementary reconfiguration. Thank you to PreK-4 families and staff who have already completed a survey on this topic!

6 days ago, South Portland Schools

Elementary Reconfiguration Community Survey

The City of South Portland is offering a new tool to help you weigh in on local issues that matter to you! 1 minute a month is all it takes with FlashVote. Sign up in seconds online.

How it works: You'll get mini-surveys throughout the year on a variety of topics. Your feedback is always anonymous, and you can see how you and your neighbors responded in 48 hours. The City invites residents, teachers and others who work in South Portland, students age 18+, and anyone who is part of our community to participate.

If you have questions about FlashVote, you can visit the City webpage: www.southportland.gov/flashvote

6 days ago, South Portland Schools

"It's arguably one of the most fun parts of voting: walking away with an 'I voted' sticker. This year, South Portland made it extra special by giving out stickers designed by local children." (Read the full story and watch the video from WMTW in the News section on spsdme.org.)

Stickers will be available at in-person voting locations on election day, tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3!

7 days ago, South Portland Schools

Congratulations to the student winners of South Portland's "I Voted" sticker contest

Last week, members of the SPHS Drama Club saw Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at Good Theater in Portland. After the show, the cast graciously came out and met with the students and signed autographs!

Catch this group perform their own spooky play tonight and tomorrow, just in time for Halloween! Tickets for Jekyll & Hyde are available at spsdme.org/jekyll-hyde.

10 days ago, South Portland Schools

SPHS Drama Club at Good Theater in Portland after seeing Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors

Cast of Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors meeting students after the performance

There will be a Board Workshop on Monday, November 2nd at 5:30 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall on elementary reconfiguration.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.

10 days ago, South Portland Schools

Board Workshop - Monday, November 2 at 5:30 PM

South Portland High School Drama Club shares the chilling tale of "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" in their upcoming performances:
🎃 Friday, October 30 at 7 PM
🎃 Saturday, October 31 at 1 PM (Special Halloween performance–costumes encouraged!)

Set in Victorian London, students designed lights, sounds, and original music to bring to life the story of Jekyll and his transformation into Hyde.

🎟️ Get tickets online at spsdme.org/jekyll-hyde

Content Warning: This show involves moments and themes of darkness, violence, and murder. It is recommended for ages 11 and up. The performance also includes fog, haze, and flashing lights.

11 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland High School Drama Club Presents Jekyll and Hyde

Congratulations South Portland Marching Band, Color Guard & Staff! This past weekend, South Portland received a gold medal at their State Finals competition. 🥇 The group, made up of 54 students in grades 7-12, earned 5s across the board–the highest score given!

13 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland Marching Band Competition

There will be a Special School Board Meeting today, Monday, October 26th at 6 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.

14 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland Schools Special Meeting - 6 PM Monday, October 26

South Portland High School Drama Club presents Jekyll & Hyde, a journey into what it means to be good and evil. 🎭

Performances happening next week, just in time for Halloween!
🎃 Friday, October 30 at 7 PM
🎃 Saturday, October 31 at 1 PM (Special Halloween performance–costumes encouraged!)

Performances happening in the South Portland High School Auditorium. $5 suggested donation.

🎟️ Get tickets online at spsdme.org/jekyll-hyde

Content Warning: This show involves moments and themes of darkness, violence, and murder. It is recommended for ages 11 and up. The performance also includes fog, haze, and flashing lights.

17 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland High School Drama Club presents Jekyll & Hyde

Join us for a public forum on South Portland High School's Stadium and Field Renovation Project, happening at 5:30 PM on Thursday, October 29 in the SPHS Lecture Hall.

This informational meeting will be held to discuss the project, its current proposed scope of work, project budget, its anticipated environmental impacts, and provide time for public to comment.

For more information on the project, including timelines, presentations and meeting minutes, please visit www.spsdme.org/athleticcomplex.

18 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland High School Athletic Complex Rendering from Activitas

❄️ 🎁 South Portland Holiday Resources 🎁 ❄️

Visit spsdme.org/holidays2026 for more information on holiday support and ways to help. (➡️ Swipe for Español, Français, Lingála, and Português)

If your family is seeking holiday support, the application is available online (due November 1, 2026.) This application is for families who live in South Portland and have children at home from ages 0-18 years old.

If you are in a position to give, please visit our website for ways to support your community this holiday season through volunteering and donating.

South Portland Holiday Toy Drive is a local non-profit organization dedicated to supporting youth in South Portland with holiday gifts.

19 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland Holidays 2026 (Portuguese)

October 19-23, 2026 is School Bus Safety + Maine School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! 🚌

Thank you to our bus drivers, bus aides, mechanics, dispatchers, crossing guards, and support staff for their dedication to ensuring students travel safely to and from school each day.

Visit spsdme.org/bus-safety for more information on school bus safety and sharing the road.

20 days ago, South Portland Schools

School Bus Driver Appreciation & School Bus Safety Week 2026

Every day counts for attendance and learning at South Portland High School! This week, school leaders surprised students who were on time and ready in class with a short game break. A little bit of fun adds to a positive school culture where students are eager to come to school!

24 days ago, South Portland Schools

SPHS leaders dressed up in pink with sign that reads "Every day counts."

There will be a School Board Meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14th at 6 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.

27 days ago, South Portland Schools

Board of Education Meeting - October 14, 2026

SoPo Unite Tip of the Month: Strengthening Parent-Child Connection and Communication Skills

27 days ago, South Portland Schools

SoPo October 2026 Tip of the Month - English

SoPo October 2026 Tip of the Month - Arabic

SoPo October 2026 Tip of the Month - French

SoPo October 2026 Tip of the Month - Portuguese

SoPo October 2026 Tip of the Month - Somali

SoPo October 2026 Tip of the Month - Spanish

October 2 is National Custodian Appreciation Day! From keeping classrooms and common areas in order to responding to unexpected messes and helping our buildings run smoothly, their hard work makes a meaningful difference in our school communities. Thank you for helping make our schools places where everyone can learn, work, and feel welcome.

about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools

October 2 is Custodian Appreciation Day!

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about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools