Pandemic impedes after-school meal program

Distribution logistics has led to a drastic drop in eligible students receiving the meals in Portland.

Three remaining school projects ready for bids

Construction could start as early as this spring with completion by fall 2023.

Portland superintendent presents school board with plan to end free childcare program

The proposal would draw on savings to continue funding employees added during the pandemic, but would end free childcare during hybrid learning after coronavirus relief funding ends this month.

Portland schools get money to diversify staff

The money will help Portland Public Schools recruit educators of color from other states and better support educators of color already employed in Portland schools.

Council, school board set to swear in six new members

With a combined 43 years of public service, Jill Duson, Justin Costa and Marnie Morrione will be replaced next week by three individuals making their first foray into local politics.

Portland schools postpone resumption of in-person learning for high-schoolers

Students in grades 10-12 had objected to the planned resumption, which had been pushed by many of their parents.

Portland High students petition district to stop plans for more in-person learning

The petition, signed by more than 230 people as of Wednesday evening, cites rising coronavirus cases and the likelihood of increased contacts over the Thanksgiving holiday.

School Notebook: Nov. 11

Superintendent, parents confident in protocols as COVID cases rise

Nine cases have been reported at Portland Schools, but to date there has been no in-school spread.

Zarro elected to Portland City Council, Russell-Bedder elected to school board

Andrew Zarro will replace Justin Costa on the City Council and Aura Russell-Bedder will replace Timothy Atkinson