Portland Public Schools

Portland Public Schools Portland Public Schools is an urban school district in Portland, Oregon. One in 10 PPS students is in an immersion program.

Portland Public Schools, founded in 1851, is a PK-12 urban school district in Portland, Oregon. With more than 49,000 students in 78 schools, it is one of the largest school districts in the Pacific Northwest. Career Learning: PPS has more than doubled Career Technical Education offerings in recent years, which show a direct link to its rising graduation rate. Language Immersion: The district's gr

owing Dual Language Immersion program is closing the racial educational achievement gap and improving reading achievement in native and non-native speakers alike, according to a 2015 national study. Early Childhood Education: The district has launched an early learning hub model in which Headstart and community partners offer pre-school and culturally relevant instruction as well as parenting support for families. The PPS Clarendon Regional Early Learning Academy will soon be followed by a similar model in partnership with NAYA Family Center at the former PPS Foster site. The Arts: The Portland Arts Tax now guarantees arts education for all elementary students and is fueling the alignment of K through 12 programs in such disciplines as orchestra and dance. Athletics: The Portland Interscholastic League has expanded into the middle grades with its Youth Sports Program, building strong athletic programs from 6th through 12th grade.

Happy Pride Month, PPS Community! 🌈Every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and be seen for who they are. ...
06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month, PPS Community! 🌈

Every student deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and be seen for who they are. This month, we celebrate the students, staff, families, and community members whose stories, talents, and contributions help shape our schools each day.

Pride honors those who have paved the way, those who continue to lead with strength and compassion, and those who are still discovering their own path.

At PPS, we remain committed to creating school communities where every student feels welcomed, respected, and supported as they pursue their dreams and build their future.

DEMOS I SAY! Today's modernization groundbreaking ceremony was a landmark moment in the Jefferson High School community....
05/29/2026

DEMOS I SAY! Today's modernization groundbreaking ceremony was a landmark moment in the Jefferson High School community. Students, staff, PPS Board, community members, and leaders joined in a powerful celebration of Jeff’s legacy and a deserved investment in north/northeast Portland.

A huge thank you to PPS leadership, our project, community, and government partners for an unforgettable program. This exciting next chapter is thanks to the 2025 School Improvement Bond and the voters who approved it. Students succeed when they learn in safe, comfortable, and modern spaces. We are BUILDING OUR FUTURE, RISING TOGETHER!

TOMORROW: It’s official! 👷‍♂️ Jefferson High School is on the rise. Join us for the modernization Groundbreaking Ceremon...
05/28/2026

TOMORROW: It’s official! 👷‍♂️ Jefferson High School is on the rise. Join us for the modernization Groundbreaking Ceremony on Friday, May 29.

📍 JHS Track & Field (Enter on Commercial Ave)
🕛 Gates: 12 PM | Ceremony: 12:25 PM

Help us kick off this much-anticipated investment in the JHS community! 🚀

A big congratulations to Harrison Park Middle School's very own Mikael Benson for winning OnPoint Community Credit Union...
05/27/2026

A big congratulations to Harrison Park Middle School's very own Mikael Benson for winning OnPoint Community Credit Union's 2026 Prize for Excellence in Education, in the 6-8th grade category! Mikael is a math & gardening teacher at Harrison Park. He was nominated by his peers and later selected as educator of the year for the positive impact he has on his classroom and community.

Mikael will be receiving one year's mortgage/rent as well as $2500 to go towards his school, courtesy of OnPoint Credit Union.

05/22/2026

to Tubman Middle School students experiencing Black history, music, and literacy in a whole new way.

Through a partnership between PPS VAPA, Library Services, Multnomah County Library, and Albina Music Trust, students explored the cultural legacy of Portland’s Albina neighborhood, connected with local musicians (including Jefferson alumni), and took home free books by Black authors.

Literacy doesn’t only live in textbooks. Sometimes it sounds like gospel music, community, and culture coming alive in real time.

Big thanks to AMT for sponsoring this experience for our kiddos!

✅Resurfaced track? ✅New turf?✅Tennis court upgrades?This round of bond-funded athletic facility upgrades is substantiall...
05/21/2026

✅Resurfaced track?
✅New turf?
✅Tennis court upgrades?

This round of bond-funded athletic facility upgrades is substantially complete at Marshall Campus! 🏈👟🎾Cleveland High School student athletes will be using these facilities starting this summer as their school is modernized. Learn more: www.pps.net/athleticupgrades

This work is funded by the voter-approved 2025 school improvement bond.

The Drug Free Communities grant, through Student Success & Health, partnered with the Multnomah County Behavioral Health...
05/19/2026

The Drug Free Communities grant, through Student Success & Health, partnered with the Multnomah County Behavioral Health Division to host Empoderando Familias Empowering Families. This joy-filled event was a free, Spanish-language gathering that brought families together to learn about parenting for substance use prevention and wellness. It focused on offering important information and resources in a welcoming, family-friendly space and a culturally responsive space.

All panelists were prevention professionals, helping ensure the information shared was practical and relevant. Held as part of a Children’s Day celebration, Empoderando Familias offered families clear, accessible information and evidence-based strategies they can use to help their families thrive.

You’re invited to a historic moment for the Jefferson High School community! 🏫🙌🏽On Friday, May 29, we are officially bre...
05/18/2026

You’re invited to a historic moment for the Jefferson High School community! 🏫🙌🏽

On Friday, May 29, we are officially breaking ground on the Jefferson Modernization project. This is a transformative investment in our students and our neighborhood, ensuring Jefferson’s facilities match the excellence of its students and staff.

Come hear from PPS and school leadership, celebrate our next era, and see what’s in store for the campus.

🔹 Jefferson High School Track & Field (Enter on Commercial Ave)
🔹 12:00 p.m. – Gates Open
🔹 12:25 p.m. – Ceremony Begins

Spread the word and join us as we commemorate this much-anticipated milestone!

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