Last Wednesday our students participated in the National School Walk Out where thousands across the country protested against and to gain awareness of gun violence. Our PYP students created signs, while singing, led by staff and families marched the perimeter of the school. Our MYP students lead a panel discussion with community leaders on gun violence, safety, and awareness. Here is a link to a brief video capturing just a few moments of our student's thoughtful, and moving protest.

In this week's PPS Pulse: Roosevelt students help immigrants become citizens; the last day of school is … June 8.

Could you pass the U.S. citizenship test? Maybe. Maybe not. Some questions may surprise people who were born and raised in this country, and certainly could be a challenge for newcomers. That’s why eight Roosevelt High School students spend their Wednesday evenings teaching the ins and outs of the test to more than 50 immigrants through the Mission: Citizen program.

Lincoln ran away with the girls team title, and Benson used a strong performance in the sprints to win the boys championship in the Portland Interscholastic League track and field championships at Franklin High School on Friday.

Here is the latest progress report on the opening of new middle schools at Harriet Tubman and Roseway Heights, as well as other schools affected by the moves: