WMTW reports on “Step Into Kindergarten,” a program that the Foundation for Portland Public Schools helped support this summer.
You can donate to the Outdoor Teaching and Learning Fund here.
FPPS News
Maine Community Swimming
As of July 1, Maine Community Swimming (MCS) has launched as an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit after two years of fiscal sponsorship at FPPS. While we’re sad to see them go, we’re thrilled that MCS is expanding their work of providing financially accessible and inclusive swimming and water safety programs in Greater Portland. They will continue … Read more
Summer Planning Grants Awarded
The Foundation for Portland Public Schools has awarded $66,880 in 35 Summer Planning grants to support PPS educators. This is our biggest award ever, with an increase of $16,000 over last year. FPPS’ Summer Planning Grant program offers funds for PPS staff to engage in curriculum planning, school team collaboration, or other summer work intended … Read more
Congratulations Step Up Award Winners!
Congratulations to Anuria Munkula, Meuri Domingos, and Will Lukoki of Portland High School, 2026 Step Up Award winners.
These hardworking, high achieving students will receive scholarships each of their remaining semesters in high school to allow them to participate in extracurricular opportunities by decreasing the need to work after school and on weekends.
Thanks to former PPS parents and volunteers Bill and Ann Weber for creating this award, that continues to grow in scope!
Registration is Open for the Portland Kids Duathlon!
July 19, 2026, will be the 9th annual Portland Kids Duathlon, an amazing event presented by Benchmark Real Estate that is a benefit for FPPS. This is a running and biking event at Payson Park designed for kids ages 3-12. This race always sells out, so sign up now! Has your kiddo aged out? Maybe … Read more
Come meet the 2026 Alumni Award Winners at Spring for Teachers
Please join us at Spring for Teachers on Wednesday, May 6th, from 5-7:00 pm at Bunker Brewing to celebrate these amazing PPS graduates and to hear them talk about the educators who impacted their lives. Meet our 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients! Clockwise, from top left Sahra Hassan, Esq., Casco Bay High School, Class of 2015—An … Read more
Mainebiz article on PPS Food Fund Donation
Thank you Town & Country Federal Credit Union for your generous donation to the PPS Food Fund! Read all about it in Mainebiz.
“Portland Public Schools foundation gets donation for its food fund.” Alexis Wells, Mainebiz, 10/16/26
You can donate to the PPS Food Fund here.
Two grant opportunities this spring
The Foundation for Portland Public Schools offers a variety of grant opportunities for Portland Public Schools staff and families. We have two grant areas that are accepting applications this spring: Staff Summer Planning Grants offers up to $800 per person or up to $5,000 for teams of PPS staff to engage in curriculum planning, school … Read more
You’re invited to Spring for Teachers!
Tickets are on sale now for Spring for Teachers, an annual Foundation for Portland Public Schools event. Spring for Teachers is a celebration of the Portland Public Schools teachers and staff where everyone is welcome. Join us for a casual evening out with music, international appetizers, and a cash bar at Bunker Brewing Co. We’ll … Read more
Seeking Nominations for Distinguished Alumni Awards
Do you know a Casco Bay, Deering, Portland High, or Portland Adult Education graduate you think deserves recognition? If so, here’s your chance to get them the acknowledgment they deserve: Click here to nominate a Portland Public Schools graduate for a Distinguished Alumni Award. The 3rd Annual Distinguished Alumni Awards will be presented at Spring … Read more