Last week, 9th graders Atti and Hudson spoke about their job shadow experience they had in 8th grade at Luke's Lobsters to over 500 business professionals at the Junior Achievement "Hall of Fame" Dinner at the Holiday Inn by the Bay.

Over the past two months, these two students had weekly meetings with a member of Junior Achievement to help write their speeches and rehearse their public speaking in preparation for the evening. At the event, they the opportunity to network with hundreds of Maine businesses!
1 day ago, South Portland Schools
National Native American Heritage Month is observed every November and honors the cultures, histories, and contributions of Native communities across the United States.

To celebrate, the South Portland High School Learning Commons has created a display of books written by and about Native Americans, highlighting their diverse voices, rich histories, and contemporary experiences.

For additional resources, visit the Indigenous Americans and Wabanaki Studies page available on our district website: www.spsdme.org/page/indigenous-americans-and-wabanaki-studies
2 days ago, South Portland Schools
There will be a School Board Meeting on Monday, November 9th at 6 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.
6 days ago, South Portland Schools
Congratulations to the first quarter Red Riot Way Award recipients! Students receive this recognition for exemplifying the Riot Way, focusing on positive behaviors: being engaged, safe, respectful, and responsible. They received a certificate, a gift card to a local business, and the opportunity to select a local nonprofit organization to receive a $25 donation. Congratulations to Cameron, Ester, Aisha, Thalia, and Jacoby! (Missing from photo: Gavin)
6 days ago, South Portland Schools
See The Jazz Ambassadors of The U.S. Army Field Band in a free concert at South Portland High School Auditorium on Friday, November 6 at 7 p.m.! Reserve a spot now at www.spsdme.org/jazz-ambassadors.
7 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland community, share your views on the future of our elementary schools.

Take the survey online now: spsdme.org/community-survey. The deadline to submit is Sunday, November 8.

For more information, please visit spsdme.org/reconfiguration.

**This survey is intended for community members who have not yet taken a survey on elementary reconfiguration. Thank you to PreK-4 families and staff who have already completed a survey on this topic!

8 days ago, South Portland Schools
The City of South Portland is offering a new tool to help you weigh in on local issues that matter to you! 1 minute a month is all it takes with FlashVote. Sign up in seconds online.

How it works: You'll get mini-surveys throughout the year on a variety of topics. Your feedback is always anonymous, and you can see how you and your neighbors responded in 48 hours. The City invites residents, teachers and others who work in South Portland, students age 18+, and anyone who is part of our community to participate.

If you have questions about FlashVote, you can visit the City webpage: www.southportland.gov/flashvote
8 days ago, South Portland Schools
"It's arguably one of the most fun parts of voting: walking away with an 'I voted' sticker. This year, South Portland made it extra special by giving out stickers designed by local children." (Read the full story and watch the video from WMTW in the News section on spsdme.org.)

Stickers will be available at in-person voting locations on election day, tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3!
9 days ago, South Portland Schools
Last week, members of the SPHS Drama Club saw Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors at Good Theater in Portland. After the show, the cast graciously came out and met with the students and signed autographs!

Catch this group perform their own spooky play tonight and tomorrow, just in time for Halloween! Tickets for Jekyll & Hyde are available at spsdme.org/jekyll-hyde.
12 days ago, South Portland Schools
There will be a Board Workshop on Monday, November 2nd at 5:30 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall on elementary reconfiguration.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.
13 days ago, South Portland Schools
South Portland High School Drama Club shares the chilling tale of "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" in their upcoming performances:
🎃 Friday, October 30 at 7 PM
🎃 Saturday, October 31 at 1 PM (Special Halloween performance–costumes encouraged!)

Set in Victorian London, students designed lights, sounds, and original music to bring to life the story of Jekyll and his transformation into Hyde.

🎟️ Get tickets online at spsdme.org/jekyll-hyde

Content Warning: This show involves moments and themes of darkness, violence, and murder. It is recommended for ages 11 and up. The performance also includes fog, haze, and flashing lights.
13 days ago, South Portland Schools

Congratulations South Portland Marching Band, Color Guard & Staff! This past weekend, South Portland received a gold medal at their State Finals competition. 🥇 The group, made up of 54 students in grades 7-12, earned 5s across the board–the highest score given!

15 days ago, South Portland Schools

There will be a Special School Board Meeting today, Monday, October 26th at 6 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.

17 days ago, South Portland Schools

South Portland High School Drama Club presents Jekyll & Hyde, a journey into what it means to be good and evil. 🎭

Performances happening next week, just in time for Halloween!
🎃 Friday, October 30 at 7 PM
🎃 Saturday, October 31 at 1 PM (Special Halloween performance–costumes encouraged!)

Performances happening in the South Portland High School Auditorium. $5 suggested donation.

🎟️ Get tickets online at spsdme.org/jekyll-hyde

Content Warning: This show involves moments and themes of darkness, violence, and murder. It is recommended for ages 11 and up. The performance also includes fog, haze, and flashing lights.

19 days ago, South Portland Schools
Join us for a public forum on South Portland High School's Stadium and Field Renovation Project, happening at 5:30 PM on Thursday, October 29 in the SPHS Lecture Hall.

This informational meeting will be held to discuss the project, its current proposed scope of work, project budget, its anticipated environmental impacts, and provide time for public to comment.

For more information on the project, including timelines, presentations and meeting minutes, please visit www.spsdme.org/athleticcomplex.
20 days ago, South Portland Schools

❄️ 🎁 South Portland Holiday Resources 🎁 ❄️

Visit spsdme.org/holidays2026 for more information on holiday support and ways to help. (➡️ Swipe for Español, Français, Lingála, and Português)

If your family is seeking holiday support, the application is available online (due November 1, 2026.) This application is for families who live in South Portland and have children at home from ages 0-18 years old.

If you are in a position to give, please visit our website for ways to support your community this holiday season through volunteering and donating.

South Portland Holiday Toy Drive is a local non-profit organization dedicated to supporting youth in South Portland with holiday gifts.

21 days ago, South Portland Schools
October 19-23, 2026 is School Bus Safety + Maine School Bus Driver Appreciation Week! 🚌

Thank you to our bus drivers, bus aides, mechanics, dispatchers, crossing guards, and support staff for their dedication to ensuring students travel safely to and from school each day.

Visit spsdme.org/bus-safety for more information on school bus safety and sharing the road.
22 days ago, South Portland Schools
Every day counts for attendance and learning at South Portland High School! This week, school leaders surprised students who were on time and ready in class with a short game break. A little bit of fun adds to a positive school culture where students are eager to come to school!
26 days ago, South Portland Schools
There will be a School Board Meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, October 14th at 6 p.m. in the South Portland High School Lecture Hall.

For the School Board meeting agenda, visit spsdme.org/schoolboard.

To stream the meeting live on SPC-TV, visit tinyurl.com/SPSDBoardMeeting.
29 days ago, South Portland Schools
SoPo Unite Tip of the Month: Strengthening Parent-Child Connection and Communication Skills
30 days ago, South Portland Schools