South Portland Middle School

Congratulations to Jamie Swenson, South Portland Middle School Chorus Teacher, who was was awarded the Maine Music Educators Association Educator of the Year for Middle School! Be...

From acrobatic sharks and musical hot dogs to amazing auction items and spectacular performances, South Portland Middle School’s 2nd Annual Talent Show and Fundraiser was a night ...

World Cultures Day celebrates many aspects of World Cultures, including music, art, language, dance, food, sports and history. South Portland Middle School staff and students com...

Good afternoon SPSD Families and Staff, We are writing to provide an update on the FY27 Budget development. On Monday evening at the Regular Board Meeting, Chair DeAngelis beg...

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Hello SPSD Families, I am writing this afternoon to provide you with a couple of important updates. Please find: New Information Related to Snow Days and Remote Learning Budg...

We are pleased to announce that the lottery for next year's PreK program is open. Click here for the lottery application. Children who will be 4 years old by October 15, 2026 a...

Dear Staff and Families, Last week, both Senator Susan Collins and Governor Janet Mills announced that US Immigration and Customs Enforcement have “ ceased its enhanced operatio...

Dear South Portland Community Members, On behalf of the school district’s leadership team, teachers, and staff, we want to acknowledge the stress and uncertainty of the past few...

Dear SPSD Families, As you are likely aware, officials anticipate increased immigration enforcement in the near future in Maine. We understand this creates feelings of fear and a...

Dear Shark Families and Friends, Beginning Monday, December 15th, SPMS will be holding its annual food drive. This competition will run all week and conclude on Friday, December...

Dear SPSD Families, As we enter the winter months, I want to take a moment to reaffirm a core value that guides every decision we make: everyone belongs in South Portland School...

Hello South Portland School District Staff and Families, The government shutdown, the longest in our history and coupled with rising food costs, can have many people worried abou...

We are excited to invite you to the first SPMS Family Potluck Dinner, Monday October 27 5:30-7:00pm at school! Bring your favorite dish to share and enjoy a night of connecting wi...

Published September 25, 2025, Gulf of Maine Research Institute. Our seafood team is working with partners across New England to establish a comprehensive sea to school program...

Published September 25, 2025 by Dana Richie, Portland Press Herald. The new route connects the Thornton Heights, Cash Corner and Ligonia neighborhoods and provides safe passage...

Published by Ellen Ullman , LinkedIn . Last school year, South Portland Middle School in Maine hosted nine events—including a staff talent show fundraiser and a Family ...

As we start a new school year, we want to recognize all ways South Portland educators and staff contribute to the success of our students and their journey to graduation–from th...

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Published August 27, 2025 by Dana Richie, Portland Press Herald. Assistant Superintendent Johanna Price answers your back to school questions. As the endless days of summer come...