South Portland Nutrition Service staff participated in hands-on training for fish fillet prep and cooking with Khadija Ahmed (Halal School Meals Network), Rob Dumas (UMaine), and GMRI 🐟 Staff enhanced foundational skills to cook with fish for school meals, including processing filets, working with less common fish species like red fish, monkfish, and dab, and its connection to Halal certified meals. At the end of the training, they got to enjoy the delicious meal they cooked together!
This Black History Month, we recognize the voices, achievements, and struggles of African-American and Black individuals who inspire change and progress. Take this opportunity to explore these educational resources that celebrate and deepen understanding of Black history and culture: https://blackhistorymonth.gov/ and https://libguides.spsd.org/blackhistory.
Join SoPo Parks and Rec for a Valentine's Day family dance to celebrate and have fun with someone you love on February 15, 6-8 p.m.! ❤️ Come dress up and enjoy an evening of dancing and good times. Light refreshments will be served and music for all ages will be provided. Register online: https://southportlandme.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=31481
Monday, February 10th: 5th & 6th grade Civil Rights Team is postponed until mid-March.
The Board of Education meeting scheduled for Monday, February 10th is being postponed because not all members are able to attend. Because of the importance of agenda items we want to ensure full participation of the Board. The rescheduled meeting date will be shared early this week.
Update: All South Portland schools will be closed today - Thursday February 6, 2025 - due to weather.
It's National School Counseling Week (February 3-7, 2025)! Thank you to the tremendous work of our school counselors in helping students thrive and supporting their overall well-being and success.
Tuesday, February 4th: 7th & 8th Civil Rights Team is canceled today.
Last week, South Portland Middle School hosted its Second Annual Family Dinner! 🍽️ ✨ Families and staff members enjoyed a meal together in addition to open gym, crafts, and a dance party. Thank you to our community partners who also joined us that evening: Maine Coast Fisherman’s Association, Gulf of Maine Research Institute, Halal School Meals Network, Chef Ann Foundation, and The Locker Project.
Monday, February 3rd: 5th & 6th grade Civil Rights Team is canceled today.
South Portland Schools will have a 2 hour delayed start this morning, February 3, because of snow.
Get a free sneak peek at the STEM Odyssey program offered by Mad Science at the South Portland Community Center on February 4 at 4 p.m.! 🧪 This spectacular 30-minute show will thrill audiences with impressive science experiments. Mad Science will be returning at the end of February to offer a full multi-week program for grades K-6. Learn more about the free show and the STEM Odyssey program at https://southportlandme.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=31091.
Tuesday, January 28th: Ski/Outdoor Club is canceled today.
Registration for 2025 Summer Rec Camp opens next week on February 3 for grades K-8 ☀️ Register online at www.sopoparksrec.com. See the attached flier for more details!
Monday, January 27th: Clubs Update - Drama will meet with 5th grade only today. Athletics Update - Girls basketball will play at Scarborough today. Boys Expansion team will practice today from 3:00-3:40 and uniforms will be collected. There is no Expansion team game tomorrow.
The Playbook Initiative, a partnership between Project 351 and the Boston Celtics, is an anti-discrimination and bias-prevention program that hosted a kick-off event this week with South Portland and Portland Schools. High school student Trainers facilitated workshops with middle school participants to help develop the tools to positively intervene in challenging social situations. Learn more about the Playbook Initiative online at www.nba.com/celtics/community/playbook.
The South Portland community is invited to attend the State of the Schools presentation next week on Monday, January 27 in the South Portland Middle School Multipurpose Room (120 Wescott Road). Join Superintendent Matheney for a collaborative discussion about the triumphs and challenges of the South Portland School District. A Board Workshop on the SPHS Athletic Complex will begin that evening at 5:30 p.m. with the State of the Schools to immediately follow. (Please park in the District Office parking lot and use the nearby entrance for the meeting.) View the agenda online at spsdme.org/schoolboard.
Tuesday, January 21st: Outdoor/Ski Club is canceled today.
Friday, January 17th: All basketball practices are canceled today
Thursday, January 16th: 5th & 6th grade Student Council now meets every other Thursday, and will meet today.