Budget updates
Charting a course through financial troublesFebruary 10th, 2009
Everyone who works for Portland Public Schools is dedicated to our mission: educating our city's children and preparing them to take their place as responsible and productive citizens in our community.[Read More]
Portlanders think local high schools are doing well, but could improveFebruary 5th, 2009
Today, Portland Public Schools released findings from a recent survey on public attitudes about school job performance and views about local high schools, as well as results from a companion survey of PPS staff. These surveys were an early step in gathering public and staff input on how Portland Public Schools should change its high school system to improve outcomes for students.[Read More]
PPS seeks community voices to help shape 2009-10 budget February 4th, 2009
As news of an economic downturn continues to worsen, Portland Public Schools Superintendent Carole Smith is inviting Portlanders to help shape the PPS budget for the 2009-10 school year.[Read More]
FROM THE DESK OF: Superintendent Carole Smith February 4th, 2009
I know many of you are concerned about the deteriorating state of the economy and what the downturn means for PPS. I want to update you on our current budget outlook and let you know how you can help shape our budget.[Read More]
