UPDATE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED INDOORS AT PORTAGE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Join us Friday, August 2nd from 10 am to 2 pm for an On-Site Enrollment Event. If you still need to enroll your student for the coming school year, or if you have questions this event is for you. Meet PPS Principals. Enjoy Free Food and Giveaways. A mobile dentist and Kalamazoo County Department of Health and Human Services will be there to assist with Kindergarten Oral Health, Vision and Hearing Screening. Join us at Centennial Park, 8305 S. Westnedge Ave. See you there!
We want to offer our warmest welcome to two new PPS Administrators!
The Board of Education approved the hiring of Mr. Lowder as the new Head Principal at Portage Northern High. Mr. Lowder joins us from his most recent role as the Superintendent of Vandercook Lake Public Schools. He brings an exceptional wealth of experience and a proven track record of educational leadership that will undoubtedly elevate PNHS and our district.
The Board also approved the addition of Ms. Speaker-Gerstheimer as our next 9-12 Curriculum and Systems Director. She is an accomplished educational leader with a distinguished career spanning several pivotal roles in school administration. She comes to us after serving Midland Public Schools as the Secondary Curriculum Specialist and prior to was Head Principal of Midland High School.
Please join us in welcoming two of the newest members of the PPS community!
Elementary students at volleyball camp this week are learning the fundamentals of the sport … and having fun!
Are you interested in attending Portage Public Schools in the fall? The LAST chance for non-Portage residents to apply for the 2024-25 school years ends July 30. Visit portageps.org/schoolsofchoice. to learn more about our Non-Resident Transfer Program and In-District Transfer Program.
Do you have a child ready to start school this fall? Don’t wait to enroll at Portage Public Schools! You can get started TODAY with simply your proof of residency. Visit portageps.org/enrollment/kindergarten to learn more.
Another shout-out to our Summer Learning Superstars! Today, middle schoolers shined at their Project-Based Learning Summer Program Share Fair, which included sampling of both student-made podcasts and their homemade cooking.
Over the summer, the students learned about both healthy recipes and debating respectfully, resulting in food to share and podcasts on a variety of topics. Way to go!!
Are you curious about how the Building & Site Sinking Fund helps our school communities? Visit portageps.org to hear directly from school leaders on the types of projects this fund is behind.
Do you know how to play cricket? PPS English Language Learners hosted their very own lesson on the bat-and-ball game that is most popular in South Asia.
The lessons were part of an afternoon showcase where students who attended the PPS ELL Summer Learning camps presented their projects -- and played a fun game of soccer. Other projects included clay making, 3D printing, map making and more!
Today, the cutest critters joined our elementary students in their final week of Summer Learning at PPS. From sheep and goats to baby bunnies and cock-a-doodling roosters, the animals enjoyed a field trip to meet new friends. Thanks to Critter Barn from Zeeland .
This summer, more than 100 PPS English Learners in Y5s through high school have been having a great time improving their English skills, building friendships and participating in project-based learning at our summer enrichment camps.
Great job , students!!
Do you have a child ready to start school this fall? Don’t wait to enroll at Portage Public Schools! You can enroll your child TODAY, without first completing their Young Fives/Kindergarten health, vision, hearing and dental screenings.
These documents can be submitted anytime before the start of the 2024-25 school year. Enrolling early helps our schools plan for hiring teachers, estimating class sizes and more! Visit portageps.org/enrollment/kindergarten to learn more.
Are you looking for preschool options for the fall? Look no further than Curious Kids at PPS! Call 269-323-6780 for more info today!
Are you interested in attending Portage Public Schools in the fall? There is a second window of opportunity open from June 30 to July 30 for non-Portage residents to enroll. Visit portageps.org/schoolsofchoice to learn more about our Non-Resident Transfer Program and In-District Transfer Program.
8th graders at Central Middle enjoyed seeing history up close during their Washington D.C. and Gettysburg trip. Thanks to Mr. Juodawlkis for sharing!
Happy 4th of July from Portage Public Schools!! We hope you have a safe and restful holiday weekend. The PPS Administration Building will reopen to the public on Monday, July 8.
Do you have a child ready to start school this fall? Don’t wait to enroll at Portage Public Schools! You can get started TODAY with simply your proof of residency. Visit portageps.org/enrollment/kindergarten to learn more.
Are you interested in attending Portage Public Schools in the fall? There is a second window of opportunity opening June 30 for non-Portage residents to enroll. Visit portageps.org/schoolsofchoice. to learn more about our Non-Resident Transfer Program and In-District Transfer Program.
Work continues on the new secured entrances at both Central and Northern high school as the weeks of summer speed by!
The Building Site and Sinking Fund makes facility repairs, security upgrades and more possible for PPS! The millage is up for renewal Aug. 6. Please visit portageps.org/o/pps/page/building-site-sinking-fund to learn more!
The Board of Education will meet for a meeting tonight at 6:30 pm at Central High School. Due to construction on the front of the building, please enter using Door #10 on the east side of the building.
