Jeanine Bischoff 
Last spring, some of our school nurses came to the Foundation seeking help with two pressing needs that are disrupting learning: vision care and menstrual supplies. Our school nurses provide basic vision testing for students. However, there is a shortage of local providers who can assist students with MaineCare in need of more comprehensive vision … Read more
We are currently looking to hire a new Development and Alumni Coordinator to join the FPPS team. If you’d like to use your storytelling, writing, and development skills to benefit the students and teachers in the Portland Public Schools, we encourage you to consider applying. Read the full job description here. Cover letters and resumes should … Read more
Our Portland Public Schools Alumni and Friends Network has partnered with the Jewish Museum of Maine for an event on September 22, 2024. What: The Jewish Experience in PPS Panel and Discussion When: September 22, 3 pm to 5 pm Where: The Jewish Museum of Maine, 267 Congress St, Portland Registration is free but required … Read more
Each year, FPPS runs a Fall Equity and Innovation Grants Program supporting classroom innovations that enhance student learning experiences. These grants, of up to $1,250, are open to all PPS staff. This year, we are excited to launch a new Co-Curricular Grants Program. Clubs and activities nurture a sense of belonging, increase student engagement, and … Read more
Eye exams. Menstrual products. Critical training for school social workers. These are the current priorities for the FPPS Healthcare Access Fund. Your donation makes a difference in addressing the emotional, mental, and physical health concerns that can keep our students from fully accessing their education. Vision Care Although most Portland students have MaineCare with vision … Read more
There’s no denying that it feels like summer this month. Summer brings our focus to gardens. We’re partnering with Cultivating Community to support school gardens. For years, Portland students have connected with the world around them through exploration—being able to learn about plants by harvesting and trying new things, to learn about soil from holding … Read more
Sign up today! All profits from this race will be donated to the Foundation for Portland Public Schools, which helps to address unmet needs and provide enrichment and support for students, families, and teachers. This could include things like native language books for English language learners, outdoor learning supplies, expanded summer school, and financial assistance … Read more
Casco Bay, Deering, and Portland High Schools each held commencement ceremonies at Merrill Auditorium. Portland High School held its 203rd graduation exercises on Wednesday, June 5 at Merrill Auditorium. In his address, Portland Superintendent Ryan Scallon noted that the 194 members of the Class of 2024 started their freshman year in the fall of 2020 “just … Read more
Baptista Fernando Muanda is the 2024 recipient of the Portland High School Step Up Award. The award helps free recipients from having to do paid work after school and on weekends so that they can fully participate in extracurricular activities, serve in leadership roles, and expand their horizons. The Step Up Award is specifically intended … Read more
We are so excited to announce the first Portland Public Schools Distinguished Alumni Award recipients, who will be recognized at Spring for Teachers! We hope you join us to celebrate these three graduates in person on May 15th at Bunker Brewing. We received dozens of nominations and our reviewers could truly have been happy selecting … Read more