
September 9, 2025
The FULL 2025-26 school year calendar is now available online at portageps.org/o/pps/page/school-year-calendar .

September 4, 2025
The COVID 19 pandemic upended the global economy in ways that still affect us all, including our investment in new schools and vital technology. Portage Public Schools is presenti...

August 27, 2025
It's the start of a new chapter in the Hive at Haverhill Elementary! Please join us from 6:00-7:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 11 , for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony and building walk thro...

August 26, 2025
There will be free meals for ALL students until September 30th. Due to budgetary uncertainty in Michigan, families who do NOT qualify for Education and Nutrition Benefits will ha...

August 22, 2025
Students won't learn in classrooms. They won't sit at stationary, hard desks. Students at Haverhill and Central Elementary schools will learn in a reimagined school building -- w...

August 21, 2025
Welcome back to all Portage Public Schools students and families! We are excited to begin the new school year and would like to share some important transportation updates. We ...

August 20, 2025
It's the start of a new chapter at Portage Central Elementary! The community is invited to join us from 6:00-7:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3 , for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony and bui...

August 19, 2025
Brand new learning spaces and gorgeous views greeted families in our brand new Haverhill and Central elementary schools. Students and their families were the first to walk the b...

August 14, 2025
We are counting down the days until we see your wonderful faces again! Hear from Superintendent Johnny Edwards on his upcoming Meet-and-Greet and the excitement of another great s...
August 6, 2025
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 ...

August 4, 2025
Welcome back for the 2025-26 school year! As our summer break nears its end, the excitement of a new school year is in the air. We are eagerly awaiting the opening of our two ne...

August 1, 2025
The back-to-school season is an exciting time for students, staff and families. From important dates to school supply lists, there is a lot of information that families need to ...

July 31, 2025
It’s an exciting time at PPS! On behalf of the Board of Trustees, welcome to the 2025-26 school year. This may be one of the most exciting school years in recent memory. We w...

July 22, 2025
Due to ongoing contract negotiations with the Portage Education Association, the complete 2025-26 school year calendar is not yet approved. On Monday, July 21, the Board of Educa...

July 10, 2025
Do you need to enroll your child or apply to attend from out of District? You can do both at this year's Summer On-Site Enrollment Event! Join us from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday, ...

July 1, 2025
Hello Portage community! My name is Johnny Edwards, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new superintendent of our District. As your new superintendent, it is my honor...

June 6, 2025
Kids need healthy food all year! June 9th - August 15th (no meals July 4) Moorsbridge Elementary School Bus Loop (7361 Moorsbridge Road -- weather permitting) Breakfas...

May 29, 2025
As their grand openings quickly approach, our two new elementary schools are taking shape. Watch the videos below to fly along with a drone as it explores the ongoing constructi...

May 29, 2025
The Portage Public Schools Board of Education named Johnny Edwards as the new superintendent to lead the District. The Board of Education is pleased to enter into contract ne...

May 19, 2025
The public is invited to a Meet & Greet event ahead of the second round of interviews for superintendent at Portage Public Schools. The two finalists, Matt OIson and Johnny Edwar...