Representatives from KRESA Career Connect spoke with sophomores at Portage Northern High Friday morning about the variety of course offerings available to kick start their future careers.
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❄️ It was a cozy afternoon at Haverhill Elementary Wednesday for fourth graders working in the common space. Thanks to Ms. Amy O'Farrell for sharing!
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The 2026-27 School Year Calendar is now available! You'll find it on our website at portageps.org/o/pps/page/school-year-calendar.
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Portage Central Elementary students were all smiles last week when they were given the green light to spray teachers with silly string!
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teachers covered in silly string
Hakeem and Superintendent Johnny Edwards are having a great Friday at Woodland Elementary! 💙
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When he retired after 30 years in education, Robert Bonhomme didn't expect to find himself bored at home. The longtime math and physics teacher returned to the classroom one year later and rarely misses a day, he said Friday, Nov. 21. Friday is National Substitute Educator Appreciation Day, and Bonhomme is one of the many who serve a critical role in the District. "Schools everywhere are really in need of substitutes, he said. "Plus, I really love teaching."
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Can you join us in giving Jade the warmest welcome to Portage Public Schools? She's a 2-year-old Golden Retriever who completed her certification today to become the new comfort dog at Amberly Elementary! She's already so well loved by students 🧡🧡
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student artwork hung on a school hallway wall
It will be a busy few years at Portage Public Schools as plans to open three new schools in three years come to life.

After the passing of the 2025 Bond to Finish the Job, PPS is forging ahead to replace our oldest elementary schools in the coming years. The District plans to open three new elementary schools in three consecutive years, beginning with Woodland in 2027. Amberly will open in 2028 followed by Angling Road in 2029, Assistant Superintendent Russ Gerbers said at a Board of Education meeting Monday, Nov. 17.

To read more, visit portageps.org/news.
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It’s alive! ⚡️ Young Frankenstein opened Friday and the laughs keep coming with two more shows this weekend! Head to Northern High to meet the Doctor and his monster, and join in on all the mayhem. Tickets for this weekend and next are at pndrama.org! 📸: Jason Altwies and Kayla Miller
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Have you ever wondered how live accompaniment music is performed during a musical? 👋 Say hi to the musicians -- including students -- who will perform under the stage at Portage Northern High starting this Friday for Young Frankenstein. Get your tickets today at pndrama.org.
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Students at Moorsbridge Elementary honored our nation’s veterans today with a special project and a visit from a guest speaker — a Moorsbridge parent who shared stories from his time in the Army. Thank you to this father, and all of our veterans, for serving our country! ❤️💙🤍
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Teachers and staff are taking their turn in the classroom seats for a day of learning and professional development Friday, Nov. 7. This means, no school for all students! We will see you back in class Monday morning. ☀
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Puppy Picture Day at PPS! 🐾😍
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This week is National School Psychology Week and we have a SUPER team of School Psychologists at PPS to thank!

We are so appreciative of the team: Jen Close, Laura Robinson, Miriam Thelen, Jessica Gasper, Lori Morcom, Zoë Barnes, Gloria Pflederer, Anna Mayotte, Bailey Chapman & Jordan Howell
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THANK YOU! We are overwhelmed with gratitude this morning because of the support from our community!

"Thank you to the entire Portage community for its continued support of our school district," Superintendent Johnny Edwards said. "This bond will be beneficial to current students and for future generations. We are fortunate to have such a supportive community. "

Learn more about what the 2025 Bond aims to accomplish at portageps.org/2025bond.
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Today is the day! It's Election Day and we are Committed to Finishing the Job! Learn more about the 2025 Bond at portageps.org/2025bond and don't forget to vote!
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Tuesday is ELECTION DAY! You'll see PPS on your ballot with a Bond proposal to Finish the Job! This Bond will have NO INCREASE on the current millage rate, but will allow the replacement of both Amberly & Angling Road Elementary schools, renovate Moorsbridge Elementary, and find a new home for both Community High School and Early Childhood Programming. Superintendent Edwards wants YOU to please VOTE: https://www.portageps.org/article/2517219

Polls open at 7 a.m.!

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Congratulations to Gracie Carlisle (Portage Central) and Ainsley Kelm (Portage Northern)! Both were All-State runners in D1 Cross Country states!

Thanks to parent Melanie Carlisle for sharing the great news.
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Why do we need to replace the Portage Community Education Center?

PCEC is home to both Portage Community High School and the Early Childhood Education Center, formerly known as Curious Kids.

PCEC is more than 70 years old. We do our best to maintain it, but it’s very expensive to repair and operate. This year alone, the roof underwent a substantial repair and the boiler was replaced. The biggest driver, though, is that PCEC wasn’t built for, and can’t be adapted to, modern education. That leaves our Community High School students and Early Childhood Education pupils at a huge disadvantage.

The State of Michigan's movement toward PreK for all is helping us to identify the needs for Early Childhood Education. We need a facility that attracts young families to Portage.

Learn more about the 2025 bond at portageps.org/2025bond.

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PPS is Committed to Finishing the Job! Learn more about the 2025 bond at portageps.org/2025bond.

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