The window for In-District Transfer is now open through March 1. This program is for families living within the District who would like to apply for an exception to our school building boundaries. Apply at portageps.org/enrollment.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
In-District transfer feb 1- March 1
A new boys' mentoring group is building bridges among peers at Portage West Middle School. To read more, visit portageps.org/news
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
boys sit around a table and listen to a man speaking
It's Inclusion Week at Portage Central High School! Students took time to reflect on what inclusion means to them as part of Central's initiative to promote community among the Mustangs.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
students walk by a table in a lunch room
students sign a poster
students sign a poster
students sign a poster
bracelets that say 'inclusion needs us'
a poster that says inclusion is ...
'the peace that comes with being accepted for who you are' is written on a poster
'love!' is written on a poster
You can watch the entire school board meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/c/PortagePublicSchools
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
Board Briefs Graphic
⚡️🧙‍♂️Some amazing stage magic is coming soon at Portage Central High School! ⚡️🧙‍♂️ Here is a super duper sneak preview of what's to come at "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” High School Edition. The show opens Friday, Feb. 7. Visit pctheatrearts.org to buy your tickets today!
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
two girls are held in the air with a pully system
Our students came out tonight! The Huskies and Mustangs battled it out on the court. Congratulations to the Mustangs on your win tonight! 💙💛💙💛
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
students cheering in a gym
students cheering in a gym
students cheering in a gym
students cheering in a gym
students cheering in a gym
You'll recognize Disney's biggest villains in Portage Northern High's production of "Descendants: The Musical." The show opens Friday! Get your tickets today at pndrama.ludus.com.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
disney's villains on stage
a girl on stage in costume
students on stage in costume
students singing on stage
students on stage in costume
students singing on stage
students dressed in costume on stage
students singing on stage
people on stage singing
people on stage singing
We're so happy you're back! At Northern High, students and staff greeted each other Thursday with smiles as part of Say Hello Week, an initiative to promote friendship, kindness and community.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
a student high fives with a teacher
students smile walking in to a school
a teacher high fives a student
a teacher fist bumps a student
students smile standing in a group
teachers smile standing in a cafeteria
We are looking forward to warmer temps and the rivalry boys basketball game between the Mustangs and Huskies Thursday at 7:15 p.m. A special collaboration between the teams will benefit our community. Join us to cheer on your favorite team and help us support Twelve Baskets!
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
food baskets drive
The cold spell continues! PPS will be closed Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025. Curious Kids will open at 9 a.m. Wednesday.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
snow day graphic
The excitement of the wizarding world is finally here! ⚡️⚡️Tickets are now on sale for the Portage Central High School production of "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child” High School Edition. Visit pctheatrearts.org to buy your tickets today!
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
Harry Potter musical poster
"Darkness cannot drive out darkness: Only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: Only love can do that."
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
MLK Day graphic
Due to the continued freezing temperatures and snowy conditions, PPS will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. Curious Kids will also be closed and Winter Walking is canceled Tuesday.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
snow day graphic
Due to the extreme cold and snow PPS is closed Monday, January 20th 2025. Curious Kids childcare is closed as well.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
snow day
Efforts to improve Portage Public Schools are continuous! Administrators from across the District gathered Friday to look at ways to improve our mathematical instructional practices. Thank you to KRESA for your partnership in making PPS the best it can be!
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
principals point at posters on the wall
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
principals sitting at a table in a classroom
teachers talk in front of a whiteboard
Congratulations to Haverhill Elementary's Principal Zonts for being chosen as Outstanding Administrator of the Year by the Michigan Music Education Association. He was nominated for the award for his amazing support of the music program at Haverhill. Great job!!
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
a man smiles for a portrait
It's time for a break! Thursday, Jan. 16, is a half day for all students and there is no school on Friday, Jan. 17. We will see you all back at school Monday for the start of second semester.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
16 half day 17 no school get some rest
Reminder: there is NO Winter Walking Thursday, Jan. 16, at the NHS Dog House due to the half day of school.
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
no winter walking thursday, jan. 16
6th graders from all three middle schools presented biographical projects to seniors living at StoryPoint Kalamazoo and Friendship Village this week as part of their project-based-learning curriculum. Earlier in the semester, the students interviewed the seniors about their lives before visiting again Tuesday to present their projects, which included posters and books and a yearbook that told the life stories of the residents. 👏👏 What a great collaboration between our students and the community! 👏👏
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
a young girl presents a project to an elderly woman
two girls smile looking at a book
a young student laughs with an elderly man
a young boy shows off a project to an elderly man
two girls smile with an elderly woman
a young student shows off a poster project
a young boy shows off a project to an elderly woman
an elderly woman smiles next to young students
girls smile at a table
an elderly man smiles at young students
January is National School Board Appreciation Month! At last night's meeting, two new members were sworn in to join the team of community members who help lead our District. Thank you to the Board for your service!
about 1 year ago, Portage Public Schools
seven board members pose for a photo