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![Talbot Picture Day!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727878428/portlandschoolsorg/qxc56dyx982ciuwzwpiu/PICTUREDAY.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727878428/portlandschoolsorg/qxc56dyx982ciuwzwpiu/PICTUREDAY.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727878428/portlandschoolsorg/qxc56dyx982ciuwzwpiu/PICTUREDAY.png","width":793}])
Picture Day is TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22ND
![Graphic advertising for volunteers at PPS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727970995/portlandschoolsorg/bfkgym0uzjo5wg2ryvlj/Volunteer.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727970995/portlandschoolsorg/bfkgym0uzjo5wg2ryvlj/Volunteer.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727970995/portlandschoolsorg/bfkgym0uzjo5wg2ryvlj/Volunteer.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727970995/portlandschoolsorg/bfkgym0uzjo5wg2ryvlj/Volunteer.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727970995/portlandschoolsorg/bfkgym0uzjo5wg2ryvlj/Volunteer.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727970995/portlandschoolsorg/bfkgym0uzjo5wg2ryvlj/Volunteer.png","width":1920}])
There are many ways to volunteer in The Portland Public Schools. Volunteers are always needed for classroom assistance, after-school tutoring, and chaperoning field trips. In addition, there are a wide variety of other volunteer opportunities. Check out the following examples and volunteer to make a difference in the lives of our students:
![2024-2025 DOE Maine Teacher Leader Fellows group photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727978007/portlandschoolsorg/xkocoyh3expygypo6agi/20242025MaineDOETeacherLeaderFellows.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727978007/portlandschoolsorg/xkocoyh3expygypo6agi/20242025MaineDOETeacherLeaderFellows.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727978007/portlandschoolsorg/xkocoyh3expygypo6agi/20242025MaineDOETeacherLeaderFellows.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727978007/portlandschoolsorg/xkocoyh3expygypo6agi/20242025MaineDOETeacherLeaderFellows.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1727978007/portlandschoolsorg/xkocoyh3expygypo6agi/20242025MaineDOETeacherLeaderFellows.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727978007/portlandschoolsorg/xkocoyh3expygypo6agi/20242025MaineDOETeacherLeaderFellows.png","width":1920}])
Joshua Chard, East End Community School teacher and 2024 Maine Teacher of the Year, and Melissa Frans, PPS special education multilingual coordinator, have been named as Maine Department of Education 2024/25 Teacher Leader Fellows – a cohort of six extraordinary educators from across the state. The six will share their expertise in civics, personal finance, integrated arts, and multilingual learning, including teaching multilingual learners with disabilities, with other educators across the state.
![Crossing Guard job ad flyer Fall 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727212772/portlandschoolsorg/knmspigncklet9ug5wix/CrossingGuardflyerFall2024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727212772/portlandschoolsorg/knmspigncklet9ug5wix/CrossingGuardflyerFall2024.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727212772/portlandschoolsorg/knmspigncklet9ug5wix/CrossingGuardflyerFall2024.png","width":612}])
The Portland Public Schools needs school crossing guards. Be a local hero to help students get to and from school safely! Rewarding work with no nights, weekends or holidays. Earn $20 per hour plus bonus time! For more information, call Area Supervisor Lenore at (207) 680-0180, text “KIDSSAFE” to 22100 or visit: https://acmssafety.com/careers/
![School Flu Vaccine Clinics in October]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696525766/portlandschoolsorg/fuzsiuzjvarno22th4mt/PPSNewsImage_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696525766/portlandschoolsorg/fuzsiuzjvarno22th4mt/PPSNewsImage_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696525766/portlandschoolsorg/fuzsiuzjvarno22th4mt/PPSNewsImage_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1696525766/portlandschoolsorg/fuzsiuzjvarno22th4mt/PPSNewsImage_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1696525766/portlandschoolsorg/fuzsiuzjvarno22th4mt/PPSNewsImage_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1696525766/portlandschoolsorg/fuzsiuzjvarno22th4mt/PPSNewsImage_1.png","width":1920}])
The Portland Public Schools will again be partnering with Northern Light to offer flu vaccines in our schools for students and staff. Students and staff must enroll a week prior to the clinic. Unlike previous years, there will not be any same-day enrollments for the flu clinics.
![Announcement of ribbon-cutting celebrations for Presumpscot, Longfellow and Reiche elementary schools]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726259413/portlandschoolsorg/q7n9zqku9grlawsplz41/BFOFRibbonCutting092124.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726259413/portlandschoolsorg/q7n9zqku9grlawsplz41/BFOFRibbonCutting092124.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1726259413/portlandschoolsorg/q7n9zqku9grlawsplz41/BFOFRibbonCutting092124.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726259413/portlandschoolsorg/q7n9zqku9grlawsplz41/BFOFRibbonCutting092124.jpg","width":1080}])
On Saturday, Sept. 21, the Portland Public Schools will hold ribbon cuttings to celebrate the completion of the renovation projects at Presumpscot, Longfellow and Reiche elementary schools! City voters in 2017 approved a $64 million Buildings for Our Future (BFOF) bond for renovations to Lyseth, Presumpscot, Longfellow and Reiche elementary schools. The renovations to Lyseth were finished in 2021, and a community celebration was held then.
![Flyer for All Staff Welcome Event Aug. 28, 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1724951361/portlandschoolsorg/emqndt93inwmhxzjl0mo/AllStaffWelcomeRevised2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1724951361/portlandschoolsorg/emqndt93inwmhxzjl0mo/AllStaffWelcomeRevised2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1724951361/portlandschoolsorg/emqndt93inwmhxzjl0mo/AllStaffWelcomeRevised2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1724951361/portlandschoolsorg/emqndt93inwmhxzjl0mo/AllStaffWelcomeRevised2.png","width":1200}])
The entire PPS employee community gathered together on Wednesday, Aug. 28, in Merrill Auditorium to launch the 2024-2025 school year as one team, generating energy, inspiration, and a shared sense of belonging. The All Staff Welcome event also included a foundational overview of the district’s new strategic plan and priorities for the new school year.