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Join us on Tuesday, May 13 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Presumpscot Elementary school for an informative Parent U event that helps support our multilingual parents, guardians, and students who are about to make the transition from 5th to 6th grade! 

Our May 1 virtual Parent U workshop was designed to help parents and guardians of elementary-aged students navigate the digital age. The workshop explored the benefits and challenges of technology, how to foster meaningful family connections through media, and strategies for supporting your child’s digital well-being. 

Join us on February 25th at East End Community School from 6:00-7:30 pm for an engaging panel discussion on how equity can make classrooms more inclusive and supportive for all students. Parents and teachers are key partners in fostering students’ social, emotional, and educational growth. To meet the unique needs of each student, it’s essential to focus on equitable support tailored to individual circumstances.

Join us virtually on Wednesday, January 8th to learn more about our Pre-K program and the application process!

We invite you to join us for an informative workshop led by Erica B. 
Marcus of Cape Elizabeth Public Schools, on October 22nd from 6-7:30pm at King Middle School! This session will provide families with valuable information and tools for instituting healthy and mindful technology usage at home.

We invite you to join us on 06/12/24 from 6-7:30pm at Deering High School for Understanding Maine’s School Funding System, a deep dive into the Maine state funding formula for Essential Programs and Services. In this session, former Portland mayor and current Maine State Representative Mike Brennan will outline the factors involved in determining the yearly state and local budgets for public education, and help participants comprehend the complexities of school finance reform. 

How can families take a more active role in shaping policies that impact public schools students in the state of Maine? Join us for our informational session, Navigating the State Legislature, from 5:30-7pm at Deering High School on 05/22/24 as we investigate this question! Led by Dania Bowie of the Maine Women’s Lobby, this session will arm participants with the knowledge and strategies necessary to begin engaging in legislative advocacy on behalf of Portland Public Schools students. 

We invite you to join us in imagining a future where every student thrives. Let's build a High School of the Future that reflects our commitment to excellence, equity, and the success of every learner! 

12th graders and their parents/guardians are invited to learn about the types of aid that are available to help pay for postsecondary education and training, as well as about the financial aid process. 

Parents and guardians of 4th graders are invited to join us on January 18th from 6:00-7:30pm at Talbot Community School for the 4th Grade Health Curriculum Overview!

This session offers an overview of the three-lesson curriculum which outlines the physical, social, and emotional changes that come in puberty, why teaching this material is important, and what we can do together to partner to ensure a successful experience for your child.

Join us virtually on January 4th to learn more about our Pre-K program and the application process!

How can we support our kids to navigate the “digital wilderness”? We’ll look at some reasons behind this difficult-to-navigate journey for parents and how we support media balance and well-being. The virtual session will incorporate strategies to help extend our schools’ efforts and build a culture of healthy, mindful tech use at home.

Join us on Saturday, September 16 from 1:00-4:00 PM at East End Community School to participate in workshop sessions on important topics that will help prepare students and families for the upcoming school year.

We are excited to invite you to a focus group for our “Portrait of a Graduate” vision on Monday, May 8, at King Middle School from 6 pm-8 pm. A Portrait of a Graduate is a shared vision of the knowledge, skills, and character traits that our students should possess upon graduation.

Join us in-person at East End Community School on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:00-7:30pm! Parents/caregivers are highly encouraged to register for and attend this session.

Join us in-person at Lincoln Middle School on Wednesday, April 26 from 5:30-7:30pm

Join us virtually on Thursday, March 23 from 6:00-7:30pm as well as in-person on Tuesday, April 11 from 6:00-7:30pm at East End Community School! Parents/caregivers are highly encouraged to register for and attend both sessions. 

Join us on January 26, 2023, 5:30-7:30 PM at King Middle School for Outreach and Partnership with Multilingual Families: Strategies and Best Practices. In this session, participants will examine the individual and institutional challenges for meaningful participation among our multilingual families in school parent groups and strategies to overcome overcome them. Refreshments and child care provided.

This virtual event kicks off the high school transition process. It will help students and families to learn more about each high school and provide answers to questions about the transition. Join us at 6:30 pm - 8:00pm via Zoom.

Join us on December 13, 2022 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at Lyman Moore Middle School in rethinking PTO fundraising basics and the potential for collaboration.