A Legacy of Support for Students and Teachers

Meghan Mellor Trulaske Miers had a creative, philanthropic spirit that will live on in the Portland Public Schools, thanks in part to a generous gift in her memory. Meghan’s family has made a very generous pledge to the Foundation for Portland Public Schools (FPPS) over five years to enrich learning experiences for students. Before she … Read more

Helping Meet Portland Students’ Essential Needs

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

Join Our Team!

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

The Jewish Experience in Portland Public Schools

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

Healthcare Access Fund for PPS Students

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

Support School Gardens! FPPS matching donations to Cultivating Community

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

Portland Kids Duathlon: July 21, Next Sunday!

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