South Portland Middle School

We are pleased to announce that the lottery for next year's PreK program is open. Click here for the lottery application. Children who will be 4 years old by October 15, 2026 a...

Dear Staff and Families, Last week, both Senator Susan Collins and Governor Janet Mills announced that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement have “ ceased its enhanced operatio...

Dear South Portland Community Members, On behalf of the school district’s leadership team, teachers, and staff, we want to acknowledge the stress and uncertainty of the past few...

Dear SPSD Families, As you are likely aware, officials anticipate increased immigration enforcement in the near future in Maine. We understand this creates feelings of fear and a...

Dear Shark Families and Friends, Beginning Monday, December 15th, SPMS will be holding its annual food drive. This competition will run all week and conclude on Friday, December...

Dear SPSD Families, As we enter the winter months, I want to take a moment to reaffirm a core value that guides every decision we make: everyone belongs in South Portland School...

Hello South Portland School District Staff and Families, The government shutdown, the longest in our history and coupled with rising food costs, can have many people worried abou...

We are excited to invite you to the first SPMS Family Potluck Dinner, Monday October 27 5:30-7:00pm at school! Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy a night of connecting wi...

Published September 25, 2025, Gulf of Maine Research Institute. Our seafood team is working with partners across New England to establish a comprehensive sea to school program...

Published September 25, 2025 by Dana Richie, Portland Press Herald. The new route connects the Thornton Heights, Cash Corner and Ligonia neighborhoods and provides safe passage...

Published by Ellen Ullman , LinkedIn . Last school year, South Portland Middle School in Maine hosted nine events—including a staff talent show fundraiser and a Family ...

As we start a new school year, we want to recognize all ways South Portland educators and staff contribute to the success of our students and their journey to graduation–from th...

Please support South Portland Middle School’s 8th Grade Hammerhead team (Cousino,Malyata, Foster, LaRose, Thornfeldt and Voelker) by purchasing your Autumn Chrysanthemums throu...

Published August 27, 2025 by Dana Richie, Portland Press Herald. Assistant Superintendent Johanna Price answers your back to school questions. As the endless days of summer come...

Hello SPSD Families, We look forward to welcoming students back for the 2025-26 school year! Please find important information below: School Year Calendar and Attendance Clic...

Published August 7, 2025, Maine Department Of Education. Throughout the 2024-2025 school year, South Portland Middle School transformed how it connects with families, moving b...

Dear South Portland families, I’m writing to share that the South Portland School Board is pleased to welcome Dr. George H. Entwistle as Interim Superintendent, effective August ...

Join South Portland this summer for free meals when school is out! Breakfasts & lunches will be provided at no cost to ALL children 18 and under (no sign up needed)! *All meals ...

South Portland Summer Meal Program The Summer Meal Program has concluded for 2025. Join South Portland this summer at South Portland Middle School (120 Wescott Road) for free m...

Teacher Appreciation Week: May 5-9, 2025 Educators and school staff do exceptional work with students each and every day in South Portland to help them thrive. Thank you t...