South Portland Middle School

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!

7 days ago, South Portland Schools

Reminder: Mid-winter break is February 16th through February 20th. We'll see you on Monday, February 23rd!

8 days ago, Dana Bettez

Thursday, February 12th: Ski/Outdoor Club, 5/6 Yearbook, 5/6 Student Council, and Indoor Track practice are canceled today

9 days ago, Dana Bettez

🥍Girls lacrosse clinics with Coach Eliza Hellier begin tomorrow! Learn more and sign up here.

10 days ago, Dana Bettez

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.

11 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland Youth Lacrosse Registration for K-2 and 3-6

Tuesday, February 10th: Outdoor/Ski Club and 5/6 GSA are canceled today

11 days ago, Dana Bettez

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.

12 days ago, South Portland Schools

Zeal Onsite Visit for Superintendent Search Input

Superintendent Search - Visit tinyurl.com/SPSDSurvey to take the survey

Monday, February 9th: 5th & 6th grade D&D Club is canceled today

12 days ago, Dana Bettez

Check out this week's clubs and athletics! Indoor Track begins on Monday and Learn to Juggle begins on Thursday!

12 days ago, Dana Bettez

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.

16 days ago, South Portland Schools

SPMS offers awesome ways for 5th & 6th graders to explore new interests! 🎪 Circus Skills starts 2/12 (8 weeks) — see flyer to register. 🌲 Rippleffect R.O.L.E. begins 2/26 (lottery; see flyer).🏃‍♀️ Girls on the Run starts in March—register online or email popkinli@spsdme.org for scholarship help.

16 days ago, Dana Bettez

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.

17 days ago, South Portland Schools

🦈🍎 SPMS Students & Families--Shark Team Learning Night is coming up Tuesday, Feb. 10! Dinner, learning, and connection...plus important high school transition info for 8th grade families.

18 days ago, Dana Bettez

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!

18 days ago, South Portland Schools

🥍Girls lacrosse clinics with Coach Eliza Hellier begin next week--Freshen up on your skills or come try a new sport! All skill levels welcome! Register through SP Parks & Rec.

19 days ago, Dana Bettez

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.

21 days ago, South Portland Schools

Public School Budget Forum: In-person and virtual opportunities are available to participate

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.

24 days 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.

24 days ago, South Portland Schools

Due to snow, all South Portland schools will open two hours later than normal tomorrow, January 27th.

25 days ago, South Portland Schools

2 Hour Delay - Tuesday, January 27, 2026

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.

25 days ago, South Portland Schools