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!
about 19 hours 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 days 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!
6 days ago, South Portland Schools
SoPo Unite Tip of the Month: Help Teens Get Their Best Rest
6 days ago, South Portland Schools
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.
7 days 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!
12 days ago, South Portland Schools
Due to weather, all South Portland schools will open two hours later than normal today, Friday, March 6th.
12 days 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.!
13 days 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.
14 days 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!
15 days 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
20 days ago, South Portland Schools
Due to weather, all South Portland schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, February 23rd.
24 days ago, South Portland Schools
SoPo Unite Tip of the Month: Substance Use Prevention - For Youth, From Youth
about 1 month 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.
about 1 month 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.
about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
South Portland's Pre-K lottery registration is open now for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year! For more information and to complete the application, visit
www.spsdme.org/prek.
about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
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!
about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
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.
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
Registration for SoPo Parks and Rec Summer Camps opens on February 2, with opportunities available for ages 3-13! ☀️ See the attached fliers and learn more online at southportlandme.myrec.com.
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
NEW DATES – Superintendent Search Input Sessions: Tuesday, February 3 (Virtual), and Monday and Tuesday, February 9 & 10 (In-person)
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.
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
