TODAY: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Ubuntu Matters Basketball Club and Golf are both CANCELLED
about 1 month ago, Heather Altenburg

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, and we’re celebrating all the ways our students stay active, healthy, and connected.

From gym class and recess to team practices, unified sports and afterschool clubs, movement helps build confidence, teamwork, respect, resilience, and joy.

Here’s to our students, staff, coaches, and families who encourage healthy habits and active lifestyles every day—keep playing and having fun!

about 1 month ago, South Portland Schools
SPMS Lacrosse Game
Unified Basketball Game
SPMS Outdoor Club riding bikes
SPHS Football Team
SPHS Cheerleading
SPHS Girls Basketball
SPHS Futsal Game
Today: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
7/8 Student Council is CANCELLED
about 1 month ago, Heather Altenburg

ATHLETICS UPDATE: 7th grade baseball's practice this afternoon is CANCELLED, 5/13. Student athletes should go home on their regular school bus after school.

about 1 month ago, Anna Piirainen

ATHLETICS UPDATE: 8th Grade Baseball will practice at SPMS this afternoon until 3:50pm. Student athletes can get picked up before 3:50 or take the 3:50 bus home.

about 1 month ago, Anna Piirainen
The Outdoor Club got a visit from the Bike Coalition of Maine! 🚴 South Portland Middle School students participated in a bike maintenance workshop to help get their bikes tuned up for riding.
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
Bike Coalition of Maine leading a workshop with South Portland Middle School students.
Bike Coalition of Maine leading a workshop with South Portland Middle School students.
Bike Coalition of Maine leading a workshop with South Portland Middle School students.

ATHLETICS UPDATE: 7th Grade Baseball will practice at SPMS this afternoon until 3:50pm. Student athletes can get picked up before 3:50 or take the 3:50 bus home.

about 2 months ago, Anna Piirainen

7&8 Grade Yearbooks are on sale now!

about 2 months ago, Heather Altenburg
Don't forget to order your 7&8 Grade Yearbook!

✨ This Week After School: Check out our after-school programs & athletics!

about 2 months ago, Heather Altenburg

ATHLETICS UPDATE: The SPMS Girls Lacrosse game scheduled at home today is now AWAY at Massabesic Middle School. 3:30pm start, arriving back to SPMS around 5:30/6:00.

about 2 months ago, Anna Piirainen
Today: Thursday, May 7, 2026
5/6 Yearbook is CANCELLED
about 2 months ago, Heather Altenburg
Today is School Nurse Day! South Portland School nurses support students, families, and school communities by providing care, promoting mental health and school attendance, and connecting families to community resources. Thank you for all that you do!
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
School Nurse Day 2026
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re recognizing the incredible impact of South Portland educators.

Navigating a challenging budget season has brought uncertainty and difficult decisions, and those realities have been felt in very real ways across our schools. Through it all, educators have remained steady in their commitment to students—showing up with compassion, professionalism, and a deep sense of purpose.

Teachers make a difference in ways that go far beyond the classroom. Thank you for all that you do—for our students, our schools, and our community.
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
Teacher Appreciation Week 2026

✨ This Week After School: Check out our after-school programs & athletics!

about 2 months ago, Heather Altenburg
Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🦸✨🍽️ From early morning breakfasts to busy lunch periods, our South Portland School Nutrition staff supports students with nutritious meals so they are are ready to learn every day. Thank you for all you do to support our school community!
about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
School Lunch Hero Day 2026
School Lunch Hero Day 2026
School Lunch Hero Day 2026
School Lunch Hero Day 2026

--ATHLETICS UPDATE-- Today's SPMS Boys Lacrosse game against Portland is cancelled. We are looking to move this to 5/21, same time and location.

about 2 months ago, Anna Piirainen

Today we’re celebrating our incredible leaders—our principals! They support students and staff, connect with families, and bring joy and energy into their schools.

If you see a principal today, take a moment to say thank you. We are grateful for your dedication to our schools and community!

☀️ Myra Caron, Kaler Elementary Principal
☀️ Bethany Connolly, Skillin Elementary Principal
☀️ Sarah Glenn, SPHS Principal
☀️ Allison Hopkins, Dyer Elementary Principal
☀️ Beth Kellogg, Brown Elementary Principal
☀️ Lori Pacholski, Small Elementary Principal
☀️ Rebecca Stern, SPMS Principal

about 2 months ago, South Portland Schools
National School Principals' Day 2026
Today: Thursday, April 30, 2026
5-8 Golf is CANCELLED
about 2 months ago, Heather Altenburg
Today: Thursday, April 30, 2026
Ubantu Matters Basketball is CANCELLED
about 2 months ago, Heather Altenburg

---ATHLETICS UPDATE---Today, April 30, 2026--Wainwright Recreation Complex is CLOSED for weather disruptions. Boys Lacrosse will practice in the gym after school from 2:15-3:50. Athletes may take the 3:50 late bus or get picked up. Thank you, and GO SHARKS!

about 2 months ago, Anna Piirainen