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.
3 days ago, South Portland Schools
October 2 is Custodian Appreciation Day!

**SPMS Boys Soccer** We are without a bus driver this evening for the boys soccer games at Bonny Eagle. The games are cancelled. 7th grade practice is cancelled and the boys will go home at the conclusion of the school day. 8th grade will practice as normal.

4 days ago, Anna Piirainen

**SPMS TENNIS** The SPMS Tennis Practice today is cancelled due to wet court conditions. Please have your student athlete head home on their normal transportation at the conclusion of the school day.

The Tennis Matches tomorrow are also CANCELLED due to no available bus driver. They will be rescheduled to 10/14, same time and location. The team will practice in place of this cancellation.

The King MS matches scheduled for Monday were moved to 10/7, 4pm starts, same place.

5 days ago, Anna Piirainen
CORRECTION - Today: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 5/6 Math Club is NOT Cancelled today.
6 days ago, Heather Altenburg
Today: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 - 5/6 Math Club is CANCELLED
6 days ago, Heather Altenburg
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7 days ago, South Portland Schools
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**SPMS ATHLETICS UPDATE** The following cancellations have been made for today, 9/28, for our SPMS fall sports: Girls Soccer game CANCELLED, Boys Soccer game CANCELLED, Tennis match CANCELLED, Field Hockey game CANCELLED. We are attempting to reschedule. All four teams will not practice today and will head home on their normal transportation. Cross Country practice will be held in the SPMS gym as normal.

7 days ago, Anna Piirainen
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month!

Each year, National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from September 15 to October 15 and honors Hispanic and Latino histories and cultures. To celebrate, the South Portland High School Learning Commons has a display with an assortment of books by Hispanic and Latino authors. There are also resources, book recommendations, music playlists, and more available on our district website: www.spsdme.org/page/hispanic-latino-american-heritage
12 days ago, South Portland Schools
National Hispanic Heritage Month Book Display at South Portland High School
Join us next week for a Community Forum on Elementary School Reconfiguration:
🗓️ 5:30-7 PM Monday, September 28
📍 South Portland Middle School Multipurpose Room

We invite you to participate in our upcoming forum to review and discuss the options currently under consideration for elementary school reconfiguration in South Portland. Childcare and interpretation will be proviced.

For more information, visit spsdme.org/reconfiguration.
14 days ago, South Portland Schools
Join us next week for a Community Forum on Elementary School Reconfiguration:  5:30-7 PM Monday, September 28 in the South Portland Middle School Multipurpose Room
Every day matters. Every student counts.

Regular attendance helps students stay connected to learning and strengthens classroom communities.

🔗 Find resources about building good attendance habits for the rest of the school year and beyond at spsdme.org/attendance.
18 days ago, South Portland Schools
Every day matters. Every student counts. For resources on attendance, visit spsdme.org/attendance.
After much anticipation, the South Portland Middle School field is now in use! Middle schoolers have been taking their gym classes outside and playing soccer on the field. It has been a great way to get moving, enjoy the fresh air, and make the most of this outdoor space. ⚽ ☀️
20 days ago, South Portland Schools
Students playing soccer on the middle school field

*SPMS ATHLETICS* Tennis practice for grades 6-8 is cancelled today, Tuesday 9/15. All students should be taking their normal transportation home at the conclusion of their school days.
Thank you!

20 days ago, Anna Piirainen
TODAY: Tuesday, September 15, 2026 - 5/6 Math Club is CANCELLED
20 days ago, Heather Altenburg
It's Arts in Education Week! 🎨 🎭

Art education–including both visual and performing arts–supports students’ creativity and imagination. It develops critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and self-expression while deepening students’ understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and perspectives.

This week and beyond, we recognize and celebrate the power of the arts in education and the lasting impact they have on our students and communities.
21 days ago, South Portland Schools
Recognizing Arts in Education Week - Students working on mural at South Portland High School
Recognizing Arts in Education Week - South Portland High School Drama Club performance
There will be a School Board Meeting today, Monday, September 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.
25 days ago, South Portland Schools
School Board Meeting - September 14, 2026

We invite families, staff, and the public to attend community forums, listening sessions, Steering Committee meetings, and School Board events to help guide elementary reconfiguration.

Please visit spsdme.org/reconfiguration for upcoming engagement opportunities.

27 days ago, South Portland Schools
Elementary School Reconfiguration Meeting Schedule. Visit spsdme.org/reconfiguration for upcoming engagement opportunities.
First week of school: ✅

We have made it through the first week back to school! We hope you enjoy the holiday weekend and we look forward to seeing students back in class on Tuesday, September 8.
about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
Student high-fiving staff member at Skillin Elementary

Welcome back! 🚌📚 We hope all our students have a wonderful first week back to school filled with connection, discovery, and learning! Here’s to a fantastic school year ahead!

about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
Welcome back sign outside of Skillin Elementary
Skillin Elementary staff welcome back students
Yesterday morning, we welcomed all staff from across the district to come together and kick off the start of the school year. We celebrated being together as a district, reflected on the year ahead, and heard heartfelt messages from staff and students, including special guest speakers Mayor Elyse Tipton and School Board Chair Rosemarie DeAngelis. We can’t wait to welcome our students back next week!
about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
All Staff Welcome
All Staff Welcome
All Staff Welcome
All Staff Welcome - Jazz Band performing
All Staff Welcome - SPHS Chamber Singers
All Staff Welcome - South Portland Mayor Elyse Tipton
All Staff Welcome - Board Chair Rosemarie DeAngelis
All Staff Welcome - Superintendent Angela Atkinson Duina
Last week, South Portland Schools held an orientation for new teachers and ed techs joining the district. They had the opportunity to meet one another, learn more about the district, and get acquainted with their new roles. We can’t wait to welcome them back alongside all of our staff this week as we prepare for the new school year and the return of students!
about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
New Staff Orientation at South Portland High School
New Staff Orientation at South Portland High School
New Staff Orientation at South Portland High School