Bus drivers and paraprofessionals are back and preparing for a great school year! Be on the lookout Wednesday for our buses as drivers practice their routes to ensure that what works on a map works in real life. Families can expect route information to be available in Skyward Family Access by Thursday afternoon. Thank you for your patience as we work to include all new enrollees.

28 days ago, Portage Public Schools
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You are invited to come meet Superintendent Johnny Edwards! Please join us from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at the Portage Zhang Senior Center, 203 E. Centre Ave., for an informal meet-and-greet with Superintendent Edwards.
29 days ago, Portage Public Schools
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👏 Fresh faces and new energy at this year's New Staff Orientation! 😍🥳 Join us in welcoming new teachers, secretaries and other amazing new members of the PPS team! 👋
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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Thank you to the wonderful members of the PTO who helped freshen up outside Moorsbridge Elementary this week in preparation for the return of students. Our PTOs are amazing partners who help make PPS special!
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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Looking for info on Open Houses or other back-to-school stuff? You'll find this info and more at our website at portageps.org/page/back-to-school-at-pps.

about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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Our PPS administrators toured the brand-new KRESA CTE Center today and got a first-hand look at its incredible learning spaces and state-of-the-art labs. We are grateful for our partnership with KRESA to help students explore careers and build real-world skills. For every student and every future! 🚀
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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a man gives a group of people a tour through a CTE career center
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a man gives a group of people a tour through a CTE career center
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Secretaries are back for Professional Development today, which means the first day of school is right around the corner! Our office staff attended what we call Office Camp -- a day of learning to help kickstart the new year. FYI: office secretaries will be in their respective schools beginning Tuesday, Aug. 12, to process enrollments and help families.

T-minus 14 days!
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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women sitting around a classroom desk in discussion
women sitting around a classroom desk in discussion
women sitting around a classroom desk in discussion
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👋 We have a new friendly face to introduce to our PPS community! 👋 Portage Public Safety Officer Austin Garrison will join us as a new School Resource Officer at Portage Central High School this year.

Austin, a Kalamazoo-area native, has worked as a police officer for eight years – serving four in Baltimore, Maryland before coming back to Michigan.

He applied for the role of SRO after shadowing Officer Henry Kite on the job – an experience he said opened his eyes to the multitude of various tasks that an SRO handles throughout the day.

“I’m so excited and honored to be your new SRO starting this fall! One part of the job I love the most is the people I get to interact with. I look forward to meeting as many new faces as I can when the school year begins.”

Please join us in welcoming Officer Garrison to the PPS crew!

about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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The start of the 25-26 school year is very near! As the District completes finishing touches on two brand new elementary schools – Central and Haverhill elementary, we have an important update for both existing and new families at our affected schools. Due to the work of unpacking and organizing at the new schools, building secretaries will be housed in a temporary location beginning next week to assist current and new families with enrollment or general questions. Please visit your child’s school newsfeed at portageps.org to see the details.
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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Our students and families had a blast hanging with Portage Public Safety at last night's event! Thank you to our PPS staff who braved the dunk tank, our Transportation Department and the many community partners who made this event such a success!
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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You are invited to come meet Superintendent Johnny Edwards! Please join us from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at the Portage Zhang Senior Center, 203 E. Centre Ave., for an informal meet-and-greet with Superintendent Edwards.
about 1 month ago, Portage Public Schools
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August is here! The back-to-school season is an exciting time for students, staff and families. From Open Houses to school supply lists, there is a lot of information that families need to know. You'll find this info and more at our website at portageps.org/page/back-to-school-at-pps.

about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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Does your child need a sports physical before the fall? The PPS Sports Physicals Night is Monday, Aug. 4, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Portage Northern High School, 1000 Idaho Ave. The event is open to all PPS students, and the cost is $35.

All student athletes must register on Final Forms at portage-mi.finalforms.com/
about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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🎺🥁 🎷 A hot sun and high temps during marching band camp = a well deserved sprinkler break thanks to the Portage Fire Department.
about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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You can watch the entire Board of Education Meeting on the PPS YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PortagePublicSchools
about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
Actions taken by the Board of Trustees on July 21, 2025

A partial calendar for the 2025-26 school year was approved by the Board of Education Monday, July 21.

A complete 2025-26 school year calendar is not yet available due to ongoing contract negotiations with the Portage Education Association. The partial calendar covers August and September, and the District will also follow the Kalamazoo RESA Common Calendar for major school holiday breaks.

A monthly District calendar will be established and affirmed by the Board until a complete school year calendar is approved between the Board and the PEA. You can view the School Year Calendar at portageps.org/o/pps/page/school-year-calendar.

about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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JOIN US TOMORROW at our Summer On-Site Enrollment Event to enroll your child or apply to attend from out of District. We will be here from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, inside at Portage Central High School , 8135 Westnedge Ave. Families can meet school principals, get assistance with enrollment/applications, submit documents and even tour a school bus! There will also be free food, swag giveaways and an employment hub for those looking to work at PPS.
about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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Are you interested in attending PPS but live outside of our District? The deadline to apply for Non-Resident Transfer is quickly approaching! To learn more and apply, visit portageps.org/enrollment.
about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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We are so proud of the 80 students who joined us this summer for our English Learner elementary summer program. The goal of the program is to practice reading, speaking, writing and listening in fun, interactive ways. We also want to thank the six high school students who helped as mentors, four of whom are EL students themselves.
about 2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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We are hiring! Join us from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, inside at Portage Central High School, 8135 Westnedge Ave. At our On-Site Enrollment Event, HR staff will be in attendance to help you apply for a variety of different positions at PPS!
2 months ago, Portage Public Schools
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