Vinny Degani is one of dozens of PPS high school students who spend part of their day at the new Career Connect campus. February is Career, Technical Education Month, and we spoke to a handful of students about why they love their CTE courses.
Degani said his favorite part about attending classes at the Career Connect campus is the dedicated learning spaces they provide.
"I love how we have a dedicated space where we are simulating real-life cases," the Rehab Therapy student said of his classroom, which looks much like a regular therapy office.
To read more, visit portageps.org/news.
Degani said his favorite part about attending classes at the Career Connect campus is the dedicated learning spaces they provide.
"I love how we have a dedicated space where we are simulating real-life cases," the Rehab Therapy student said of his classroom, which looks much like a regular therapy office.
To read more, visit portageps.org/news.
Love was in the air 💕 Amberly Elementary students spread Valentine’s cheer at two Portage assisted living facilities, delivering handmade cards created by the entire school. 💕
PPS is proud to continue our partnership with Great Start Readiness Program and Prek for All to offer preschool to 4-year-old students in Kalamazoo County. The Common App for the 2026-2027 school year will open Monday, Feb. 16. Learn more at portageps.org/preschool and find the application online at dreambigstartsmall.org.
The funky twist on a Shakespeare classic is on stage for one more weekend at Portage Northern High School. Northern's production of Midsummer Night's Dream continues Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Purchase tickets today to see up-close this fresh 1980s - inspired twist, that blends Shakespeare’s classic comedy of love, mischief, and mistaken identities with a playful throwback vibe.
Tickets at pndrama.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events
Tickets at pndrama.ludus.com/index.php?sections=events
100 days smarter, 100 days cuter, and 100 days closer to “back in my day…” 💬😂 Our preschoolers and teachers celebrated the 100th day of school at PPS Early Childhood in full grandma-and-grandpa style!
The Portage Central Theatre Department took a trip back in time to 1899 to depict the resilience and courage of orphaned newsboys who went on strike to protest their low wages. PC's production of Newsies opens Friday, Feb. 6. Get your tickets today at sites.google.com/view/pchstheatre/home
Diego is feeling sleepy today. How are you doing on this wonderful Tuesday afternoon?
What a dynamic group of counselors at PPS! This week is National School Counseling Week. Our counselors wear many different hats—high school counselors are part academic GPS, part college application guide, and part emotional first responder—helping students pick classes, survive post-secondary planning, and navigate everything from “I missed the deadline” to “my life is falling apart,” all before lunch.
Middle school counselors help students survive the leap from elementary to high school by guiding course choices, teaching self-management and social skills, and providing calm reassurance during a daily mix of locker drama, big feelings, and “Is this going on my permanent record?” moments.
Thank you, PPS Counselors!
Middle school counselors help students survive the leap from elementary to high school by guiding course choices, teaching self-management and social skills, and providing calm reassurance during a daily mix of locker drama, big feelings, and “Is this going on my permanent record?” moments.
Thank you, PPS Counselors!
Mattress races, blindfolded musical chairs and a whole lotta Mustang spirit! 💙💛 Portage Central High’s Winter Homecoming brought the pep before tonight’s home basketball games. Go Mustangs!
The Administration Building is showing some love to our Amberly Tigers today on spirit day! 🧡🐯
Portage Central High's Ginsburg Society volunteered this week at Care Collective of Southwest Michigan. The organization provides diapers and menstrual products to those in need in our community.
The students helped repackage 2,680 total products, created more than 700 care packages and supported 350 menstrual cycles. Great job, Mustangs!!
The students helped repackage 2,680 total products, created more than 700 care packages and supported 350 menstrual cycles. Great job, Mustangs!!
🦁🐵🐸 It was a zoo at 12th Street Elementary today when 5th graders showed off their animal creations at their Volume Zoo. 🐼🦊🐨The students presented on the animals' diets and habitats and also used their math skills to measure the volume of their creation.
Portage Central High DECA had 54 students compete at DECA District Competition with 41 students qualifying for States!! We are incredibly proud of all students representing Portage Central, showing determination and excellence in competition while demonstrating their professional skills! - Thanks for sharing Irene Mayfield, PC IB Business & Marketing teacher and DECA advisor
We miss you, students and staff! Yesterday, kiddos at Early Childhood enjoyed some time in the classroom. What are you doing today to stay busy? Share your snow day photos below! ☃️❄️
Due to the snow day, Winter Walking is cancelled at the Stable Tuesday, Jan. 27.
Due to weather conditions and safety concerns Portage Public Schools are closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Due to the weather and safety concerns Portage Public Schools are closed today Thursday, January 22, 2026. Thank you and stay safe.
Due to the snow day, Winter Walking at Portage Central Stable is CANCELLED for this evening.
Due to inclement weather, PPS will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2026. Stay safe and warm!
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Did you know, establishing a day to honor the Civil Rights leader took 15 years of advocating and grassroots effort?
The legislation to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day was first introduced just four days after his assassination on April 4, 1968, but it faced significant opposition and was ultimately stalled. It would take 15 years of persistence by civil rights activists for the holiday to be approved by the federal government and an additional 17 years for it to be recognized in all 50 states. Today, it's the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer and improve their communities.
You can read more about the history of MLK Day from the National Museum of African American History & Culture. https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/15-year-battle-martin-luther-king-jr-day
The legislation to recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day was first introduced just four days after his assassination on April 4, 1968, but it faced significant opposition and was ultimately stalled. It would take 15 years of persistence by civil rights activists for the holiday to be approved by the federal government and an additional 17 years for it to be recognized in all 50 states. Today, it's the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer and improve their communities.
You can read more about the history of MLK Day from the National Museum of African American History & Culture. https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/15-year-battle-martin-luther-king-jr-day
