Get ready for the da Vinci Arts Fair, December 3rd, from 10:00 to 2:00 PM. Come shop the works of 52 student artists. We have many fun things planned so you will definitely want to come and check out this free event.

Just a sneak peak of what you’ll see at the Arts Fair this week!
- our amazing 52 da Vinci Student Artists that have been hard at work creating and crafting to sell their items, which include jewelry, ceramics, cards, wood carvings, purses, plants, paintings AND MUCH, MUCH MORE!
- da Vinci Swag featuring the Arts Fair logo is available for purchase, including brand new hoodies, tees, zip hoodies, pencil pouches, stickers and trucker hats.
- Leo Leaders are selling individual baked goods
- Teachers are selling ceramic bowls (soup, anyone?)
- Concessions available to purchase along with music in the cafeteria
 

All students will be participating in our Young Audiences fundraiser on November 18th. 

Donate directly to da Vinci HERE.

Our goal is $10,000 which will be used to enrich our Arts Education program. 

The donation window is open through December 8th. 

Be sure to check out the new PTSA website! Find information about membership, volunteering, fundraising, and more. It's now time to order Poinsettias or Pies for the Holidays. Information about the Arts Fair on December 3rd is coming soon.

The lottery for admission to da Vinci for the 23-24 school year opens November 15th and closes December 16th. For more information about da Vinci, see our Admissions page. 

Here you will find links to our weekly newsletter, Dragon Tales! The link will be posted each week and sent out to our mailing list. If you want to be added (or removed), contact Sheli Bryan in the office sbryan@pps.net.

11/28, Gratitude, Arts Fair

11/21, Conference reminders and Thanksgiving Holiday

11/14, Conferences, Lottery Window, Fun for the Arts, Shakespeare

11/7, Conference sign up, Fall Festival of Shakespeare, Fun for the Arts 

10/31, Spirit Week, Fall Festival tickets, PTSA fundraisers

10/23, Spirit Week coming, Picture retake day, Talking with your teen

10/16, Foundation Ask, PTSA meeting, ParentVue reminder

10/10, No school Friday, OBOB, PTSA events

10/3, Foundation ASK, Info sessions and HS forecasting for next year

9/26, Back to School Night, MAP tests, PTSA news 

9/19, No school Friday, Back to School Night

9/12. Picture Day, Affinity Groups starting, Counselors News, Back to School Night 

9/6, Following Labor Day

8/29, Bell Schedules, Lunch breakdown, Chromebook info

8/23 Back to School News

Summer Edition, July updates 

Final Newsletter with links to performances from the year

Hello PPS Communities, 

Are you interested in learning more about the PPS budget? The Budget Info Session is a great opportunity for you to learn more about the budget, the district’s strategic plan and targeted investments, to ask questions and provide feedback!

In Gratitude

November 17, 2022

Dear PPS families and students,

Every week, I am filled with joy and gratitude when I visit our school communities. We have a community that continues to demonstrate a commitment to the success of our children and youth. We have adults who care deeply for our students, and who work hard to ensure each child thrives.

Dear PPS Community,

I want to recognize, on this Veterans Day, all those individuals who have served our country, especially those members of our families and local community who have previously worn a uniform. I want to take this moment to also thank the many veterans who continue their public service by choosing to work in the Portland Public Schools.

Dear PPS Families,

There has been a surge in pediatric respiratory illnesses other than COVID-19 such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), rhinovirus/enterovirus, and influenza around the country this fall. Health departments in other states have seen children presenting with multiple respiratory illnesses. According to the Oregon Health Authority, rates of respiratory disease are currently relatively low in our state, but that could change based on the arrival of winter weather, and any increase in rates has the potential to overwhelm our hospital system.

PPS takes these steps to ensure healthy school environments so that in-person learning can continue. In accordance with CDC guidance, we are also urging families to take steps to protect themselves and minimize the spread of communicable diseases in our schools.