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!
UPDATES TO MEETING SCHEDULE: The School Board invites the public to budget workshops and meetings related to the development of the 2026-27 school year budget.
- Budget Workshop II: 6 p.m. Monday, March 23, Redbank Community Center
- Budget Workshop III: 6 p.m. Monday, March 30, SPHS Lecture Hall
Attend in-person or stream meetings live on SPCTV at tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.
For budget documents and presentations, visit spsdme.org/budget27.
Please note the March 16 Open Conversation with District Leadership has been cancelled. Meetings and events are subject to change. Visit spsdme.org/budget27 for the most updated schedule of meetings.
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.
🎨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
National School Counseling Week (February 2-6, 2026) highlights the tremendous impact that school counselors have by providing support for students’ academic growth, overall well-being, and preparation for college and careers. Thank you to the incredible work that South Portland School counselors do everyday in supporting student success!
Next Week: Public School Budget Forums - Two Options for Participation for all South Portland Residents!
➡️ IN-PERSON: Wednesday, February 4: Budget Forum, 6 PM, South Portland Middle School Multipurpose Room (Please enter through the District Office Entrance)
➡️ VIRTUAL: Thursday, February 5: Budget Forum, 6 PM
These public forums will provide a brief school budget update and create the opportunity for discussions that will help guide the FY27 planning process.
We would love to know which day you might join us. Please complete this quick form tinyurl.com/SPSDBudgetForum so we can plan for the size of our crowd and interpretation services. For more information, please visit www.spsdme.org/budget27.
What do you want to see in South Portland's next school Superintendent?
The South Portland School Department has partnered with Zeal Education Group to help lead the search, and we want to hear directly from you! There are multiple opportunities for students, families, staff, and community members to participate and share your perspective at in-person forums, virtual meetings, and in an online survey.
See the full schedule at spsdme.org/superintendentsearch.
Due to snow, all South Portland schools will open two hours later than normal tomorrow, January 27th.
NEW DATE & LOCATION: Public School Budget Forum
We want to hear from you! All South Portland residents are invited to this public forum at 6 PM on Wednesday, February 4 at City Hall's Council Chambers. There will be a brief school budget update presented, as well as the opportunity for public comment that will help guide the FY27 planning process. Join in-person or virtually to participate. (Link to join remotely is coming soon.)
For more information, visit www.spsdme.org/schoolbudgetforum.