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December, 2011

December 27, 2011 Franklin volunteer leaves legacy for students
December 16, 2011 Student panel shares keys to success
December 16, 2011 Roosevelt embraces college access as a civil right
December 16, 2011 Boost reading: It's as simple as eating and talking!
December 16, 2011 Partners celebrate Franklin Health Center
December 16, 2011 Advisers on buildings hit the ground running
December 16, 2011 Get ready! Transition-grade program starts
December 16, 2011 Superintendent recommends NE enrollment changes
December 16, 2011 Board approves French immersion charter school
December 14, 2011 Four Roosevelt teachers are certified 'gold’
December 14, 2011 At Jackson, art is in every lesson
December 07, 2011 Statement of Portland Public Schools General Counsel Jollee Patterson on Sibley v. Portland Public Schools
December 07, 2011 For students and staff, holidays mean helping
December 07, 2011 Researchers compare middle school, K-8 performance
December 07, 2011 Gray School student wins national poster contest
December 06, 2011 Peninsula guests open doors to range of careers
December 05, 2011 TriMet passes extended through end of school year
December 02, 2011 Fall sports: Strong showings in soccer, football

November, 2011

December 06, 2011 Grant will help more students attend college
December 05, 2011 'Buildings and Learning 101' is Dec. 6
November 29, 2011 Student artwork on display at Pioneer Place
November 28, 2011 Student advocacy group, founder earn recognition
November 23, 2011 Run nets gift to Reed-neighborhood schools
November 18, 2011 ‘Beat the Odds’ award honors tenacity, achievement
November 18, 2011 School concerns? Talk to our new ombudsman
November 18, 2011 Staff proposes options to balance NE enrollment
November 18, 2011 PPS seeks input in updating facilities plan
November 18, 2011 Career experts help students look ahead
November 16, 2011 Fair helps young adults with disabilities plan for future
November 14, 2011 Bike trains add fun to school commute
November 10, 2011 Lincoln students honored for citizenship aid
November 09, 2011 It’s official: King and Vernon are IB schools
November 08, 2011 School board approves Marysville rebuild
November 03, 2011 Free activities celebrate Native American Heritage Month
November 03, 2011 Enrollment jumps by more than 500

October, 2011

November 02, 2011 Updated Bridger library: 'Happy, beautiful space'
October 28, 2011 Portland Schools Foundation has new name
October 28, 2011 TriMet passes may expire in December
October 26, 2011 Lock the door, get comfortable — let's read
October 25, 2011 School board OKs military 'counter-recruiters'
October 25, 2011 Superintendent receives stellar review
October 25, 2011 Madison hosts local celebration of Food Day
October 21, 2011 Local leaders step into principal shoes
October 20, 2011 Milestones: Schools hit district targets in 5 of 6 areas
October 20, 2011 Schools tackle enrollment questions
October 19, 2011 Superintendent recommends return to Marysville
October 19, 2011 How's your student doing? Go online today
October 19, 2011 Schools welcome, district monitors Marshall students
October 18, 2011 Superintendent listens to high school students
October 18, 2011 New program highlights Portland Public Schools
October 17, 2011 What to ask during parent-teacher conferences
October 17, 2011 U.S. education secretary lauds Roosevelt
October 13, 2011 Roosevelt teacher named Oregon’s best
October 12, 2011 PPS wins $9.25 million to boost college enrollment
October 11, 2011 Apply now: Citizen Budget Review Committee
October 11, 2011 Partnership puts college students in classrooms
October 06, 2011 State issues report cards for PPS schools
October 05, 2011 Parent Leadership Conference is Oct. 22
October 05, 2011 Surprise! Three teachers receive unexpected donations
October 04, 2011 Parent Academy returns with free classes

September, 2011

September 27, 2011 Community support: German, gardens and a gadget
September 27, 2011 With help from experts, room gets a remodel
September 22, 2011 Sophomores, get ready: PSAT is Oct. 12
September 21, 2011 Graduation bar gets higher
September 21, 2011 Five ways to support your 6-8 math student
September 21, 2011 Slideshow: Summer highlights
September 20, 2011 Peninsula teachers share strategies behind student success
September 20, 2011 Landmark evaluation process rolls out in schools
September 19, 2011 Test helps schools detect sports-related concussions
September 16, 2011 Absent? Expect a call and a knock at the door
September 15, 2011 Chapman School dedicates new field
September 15, 2011 Bilingual support moves from centers to schools
September 09, 2011 School board meeting structure, times change
September 09, 2011 Gray School singers take Florida by storm
September 09, 2011 District suspends opening of charter school
September 09, 2011 Businesses fill thousands of student backpacks
September 08, 2011 District radio station to broadcast 9/11 tribute
September 07, 2011 Новое правило: уведомление родителей о пропусках учащихся
September 07, 2011 New rules: Notifying families of student absences
September 07, 2011 SharciyO Cusub: Ku Wargelinta Qoysaska Maqnaansha Ardayga
September 07, 2011 新规定: 通知家庭有关学生缺勤的情况
September 07, 2011 Các Quy Định Mới: Thông Báo Gia Đình về việc Học Sinh Vắng Mặt
September 07, 2011 PPS begins new year with focus on graduation
September 07, 2011 Nuevo Reglamento: Notificando a las familias sobre las ausencias de los estudiantes
September 01, 2011 Roosevelt invests in 'anytime-anywhere' technology
September 01, 2011 Teachers, principals bring space adventures back for kids

August, 2011

August 31, 2011 Volunteers spruce up more than 60 schools
August 30, 2011 Superintendent’s statement on Elections Division finding
August 29, 2011 Humboldt garden gets $6,000 facelift
August 29, 2011 State reports gains in student achievement
August 29, 2011 New teachers ready to make a difference
August 26, 2011 Dance for special-needs students wins $5,000 grant
August 23, 2011 Marysville community invited to weigh in on school's future
August 19, 2011 School's still out, but kids are in at Kelly
August 16, 2011 TriMet passes good through December
August 09, 2011 District announces 2011-12 leadership appointments
August 09, 2011 Teacher's program keeps kids off 'summer slide'
August 08, 2011 Families learn skills to lead others
August 02, 2011 Migrant program aids whole families
August 02, 2011 Achievement gains offset by higher AYP standards
August 01, 2011 Summer program nurtures Native American students

July, 2011

July 18, 2011 New Chapman field makes quick progress
July 12, 2011 Students will get PPS email accounts
July 11, 2011 PPS, state join forces for kids' health
July 11, 2011 11 in class of '11 receive National Merit Scholarships
July 05, 2011 Rapid rise for Roosevelt drama
July 01, 2011 ESL, SPED departments have new leaders

June, 2011

June 30, 2011 Superintendent announces 2011-12 principal assignments
June 29, 2011 District, teachers union finalize new evaluation system
June 29, 2011 School-based expert is new Special Education director
June 29, 2011 New ESL head takes reins of redesigned program
June 28, 2011 Educators have high hopes for NASA project
June 28, 2011 Benson wins technology and training grant
June 27, 2011 Madison and King receive $5.5 million in grants
June 27, 2011 Board adopts budget, shifts students to Vernon
June 22, 2011 Newberg administrator takes reins at Benson
June 21, 2011 Farmers market gets taste of Wilson grad's talent
June 21, 2011 Upgrades: Trays, toilets and technology
June 16, 2011 Take a tip: Summer ideas for grades 6-12
June 16, 2011 Class of 2011 takes on the future
June 16, 2011 PPS says 'thanks' with volunteer dinner
June 16, 2011 New grant's goal: Keep students coming back
June 16, 2011 Photos celebrate school year finale
June 16, 2011 District makes short-term plans for Marshall
June 16, 2011 ‘Legendary’ Latino advocates among retirees
June 15, 2011 King School unveils new media lab
June 15, 2011 School board approves racial equity policy
June 15, 2011 New members join Portland School Board
June 15, 2011 Jefferson partnerships smooth path to college degree
June 13, 2011 Franklin students reach out to help each other
June 13, 2011 Lincoln anti-bullying effort draws praise
June 08, 2011 Proposal would give Rigler more space
June 08, 2011 Budding engineers qualify for national contest
June 07, 2011 More than 1,000 attend Tribute to Marshall
June 06, 2011 Golfer, runners shine in spring sports
June 02, 2011 Partners celebrate Buckman Field renovation

May, 2011

May 27, 2011 Bonnie Robb, math specialist, receives international recognition
May 27, 2011 Students hope prize ignites 'pandemic'
May 25, 2011 Jefferson administrator is new principal
May 25, 2011 Target announces Bridger library makeover
May 24, 2011 Budget protects class size, thanks to voters
May 19, 2011 New policy addresses educational disparities in PPS
May 19, 2011 Voters protect teaching positions
May 19, 2011 High school graduations begin June 2
May 19, 2011 Conversation about school buildings will continue
May 19, 2011 Parents learn how to help their students succeed
May 19, 2011 Taiwanese acrobats perform at Marshall
May 18, 2011 Chefs to visit Lewis School for benefit dinner
May 18, 2011 Voters protect teaching positions, say no to upgrades
May 17, 2011 Lottery results: Robust enrollment means fewer K-8 transfers
May 17, 2011 School’s almost out — keep your student learning
May 12, 2011 Celebration honors 25 black students
May 12, 2011 State says new schedule meets requirements
May 12, 2011 PPS moves to same school calendar for all students
May 12, 2011 Tribute to Marshall is June 4
May 12, 2011 High school schedules to change this fall
May 11, 2011 Richmond speller sets sights on state
May 10, 2011 PPS students win honors in 'tall tales' writing contest
May 09, 2011 Mark Davalos to lead St. Helens School District
May 06, 2011 School board considers equity policy
May 05, 2011 Roosevelt teacher wins educator award
May 05, 2011 Student writers honored in contest
May 05, 2011 Tonight at Lewis School: Artwork on display
May 04, 2011 Graduate students boost district's mental health services
May 04, 2011 Capitol Hill seeks votes for playground upgrade
May 03, 2011 Grant's Constitution team takes seventh nationally
May 03, 2011 Summer Readiness Fair is May 12
May 02, 2011 Cleveland finds quick success in competitive speech
May 02, 2011 Solo musicians soar at state championships

April, 2011

April 27, 2011 State: Two-thirds graduate on time from major PPS campuses
April 27, 2011 Students seek donations to attend creativity contest
April 26, 2011 Mt. Tabor School highlights Earth’s activity
April 26, 2011 Superintendent proposes 2011-12 budget
April 26, 2011 Richmond, Winterhaven students win spelling bee
April 25, 2011 Climate change gets personal at Jefferson
April 21, 2011 Partnership brings classical music to kids
April 21, 2011 Materials go deep on bond measure
April 21, 2011 District releases high school transfer results
April 21, 2011 Tips to survive an earthquake
April 21, 2011 PPS undertakes revamp of ESL program
April 21, 2011 Strategic plan: Rigor, equity, personal attention
April 21, 2011 Federal grant fine-tunes school safety
April 21, 2011 Superintendent to present two budget proposals
April 20, 2011 ‘Yellow Boat’ takes students to international festival
April 20, 2011 View it live: Classical concert for kids
April 19, 2011 Deputy superintendent to retire
April 19, 2011 Longtime Marshall business teachers honored
April 15, 2011 Grant boosts Chinese language, culture programs
April 14, 2011 Wind turbine helps power Skyline K-8 classrooms
April 13, 2011 Plant sale supports PPS students
April 12, 2011 Immersion students reach out to Japan
April 11, 2011 Superintendent frames budget proposal
April 11, 2011 Juniors to take ACT on April 27
April 11, 2011 Two students selected for international science expo
April 11, 2011 Core high school program takes shape
April 04, 2011 District approves contracts with 13 alternative programs
April 04, 2011 PPS progress report in mailboxes this week
April 04, 2011 School construction budget based on independent professional estimates
April 04, 2011 What goes into school construction budgets?
April 01, 2011 School tours offer view of proposed work
April 01, 2011 Facilities bond budget in line with other school districts
April 01, 2011 School honors César Chávez’s legacy

March, 2011

March 31, 2011 Sabin K-8 earns praise for wellness program
March 30, 2011 District upgrades phone security features
March 29, 2011 PPS faces $29 million shortfall under budget proposal
March 24, 2011 Benson's robots win state awards
March 22, 2011 Art auction supports PPS classrooms
March 22, 2011 Wilson student honored for poetry performance
March 21, 2011 Science students qualify for state contest
March 17, 2011 Students show strong interest in Jefferson, Benson
March 17, 2011 PPS Inside: PPS confronts racial attitudes that hamper student success
March 16, 2011 One more chance to catch Roosevelt’s ‘Yellow Boat’
March 16, 2011 Teachers confront racial attitudes that hamper student success
March 16, 2011 Roosevelt students participate in on-air author interview
March 16, 2011 Presenter: Start college conversations now
March 15, 2011 Students set sights on needs abroad
March 15, 2011 PPS, teachers agree on new evaluation strategy
March 15, 2011 Many hands on deck for Marshall students
March 15, 2011 Outpouring of support marks last Marshall prom
March 15, 2011 Hundreds turn out for Spanish-language conference
March 14, 2011 Winter sports: Wilson cheerleaders impress
March 11, 2011 Acclaimed musical features PPS students
March 11, 2011 Bond would bring cleaner, more efficient heat to 40-plus schools
March 11, 2011 Election measures' cost to homeowners
March 10, 2011 State honors Jason Lee School for achievement
March 08, 2011 'Girl Who Fell' author visits Madison, Cleveland
March 08, 2011 Grant takes third in regional science bowl
March 07, 2011 New energy expert fills vacant position
March 07, 2011 New computer services headed to PPS
March 07, 2011 School board approves teachers contract for 2011-13
March 04, 2011 Teachers ratify contract; board to vote Monday
March 04, 2011 New health program stresses simplicity
March 04, 2011 Pulitzer winner chats with Marshall students
March 03, 2011 Snow day does not affect school end date
March 03, 2011 It's auction season at PPS schools
March 03, 2011 PTA workshop: Preventing sexual exploitation of children
March 03, 2011 PPS, teachers association announce tentative contract agreement
March 01, 2011 Arts festival to benefit Buckman School

February, 2011

February 23, 2011 Washington High School site moves a step closer to redevelopment
February 18, 2011 School facilities bond: Better fields, safer schools
February 18, 2011 Franklin sponsors all-district slam dunk contest
February 18, 2011 Teachers, parents praise new math curriculum
February 18, 2011 May 17 levy would minimize state cuts
February 18, 2011 High schools adopt 'exchange slot' system
February 18, 2011 Popular Russian Immersion Program expands
February 18, 2011 High schools celebrate Black History Month
February 18, 2011 Parent Academy classes continue
February 17, 2011 Simple ideas to support young math students
February 17, 2011 Student-run food cart makes top 20 list
February 16, 2011 Teacher contract talks begin
February 16, 2011 Persistent voting nets grant for Stephenson playground
February 10, 2011 Families: Help design an arts plan for Portland students
February 09, 2011 Voters to decide local funding measure in May
February 08, 2011 Facilities bond includes safety, security measures
February 02, 2011 Renew levy for teaching jobs? Board may ask voters to decide
February 02, 2011 Time lapse video shows making of a mural
February 01, 2011 Spellers raise $230,000 for school supplies

January, 2011

January 31, 2011 Grant goes national in U.S. Constitution contest
January 31, 2011 What does the bond measure mean for you?
January 31, 2011 Prepare now for next school year
January 31, 2011 Rally for education is Feb. 21 in Salem
January 31, 2011 PPS leaders prioritize programs, services to guide budget decisions
January 31, 2011 District gears up for new High School System
January 28, 2011 Local option renewal would protect teaching jobs
January 26, 2011 Animals and iPods jump-start donations at Beverly Cleary
January 25, 2011 Free tax preparation available for PPS families
January 25, 2011 Tips for the transition years
January 25, 2011 PPS pursues efficiencies to cut costs
January 25, 2011 Lolenzo Poe named chief equity and diversity officer
January 25, 2011 School board approves new high school boundaries
January 25, 2011 PPS launches Parent Academy
January 20, 2011 School facilities bond would support six new or replaced high school fields
January 19, 2011 Speech and debate teams earn awards
January 19, 2011 Help choose new science curriculum
January 18, 2011 School visits continue this month
January 18, 2011 Committee to discuss potential Grant-area boundaries changes
January 13, 2011 Conferences offer glimpse into engineering, health and science careers
January 13, 2011 School board considers local option levy to protect teaching positions
January 13, 2011 Creston dad featured on 'Biggest Loser'
January 10, 2011 Board invites testimony on operating levy renewal
January 07, 2011 Students hold readings from their work
January 07, 2011 Learn what's new at Jefferson and Roosevelt
January 07, 2011 PPS holds forum on Grant-area K-8 boundaries
January 05, 2011 School board to consider renewing levy

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