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We are the largest school district in OR with a commitment to prepare 45,000 students to lead change & improve the world. #ForwardTogether #BlackLivesMatter
Portland, OR
Joined November 2011
NEW: PPS, with support from labor partners, will require COVID-19 vaccinations for all employees. Details:
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Amazing! Thank you, @Dame_Lillard, for your continual support of our students. Sounds like a special delivery is on the way! #RipCity.
Happy to announce that the Respect “student edition” of my #Dame7 has arrived and deliveries are on their way to each Respect school. McDaniel, Parkrose and Roosevelt school colors are represented along with the Respect principles: Show Up, Work Hard and Be Kind.
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The rapid rise in COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant has caused a dramatic rise in absences of students and staff at Cleveland and McDaniel HS. We have reached the point where we need to close these two campuses for in-person learning starting tomorrow, January 7.
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We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Beverly Cleary. A Portland icon, literary giant and PPS school eponym, Ms. Cleary's impact on multiple generations of young people was and will continue to be immense. May she rest in peace.
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BIG NEWS!!. PPS Nutrition Services is happy to announce all students will be able to enjoy breakfast and lunch at no charge for the 2024-25 school year.
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We are ready for our students arriving at the Oregon Convention Center for COVID-19 vaccinations!
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Way to go, Josiah and Dominique! We are proud of you! . Thank you, @Dame_Lillard for spotlighting these McDaniel HS standouts (and for the Dame 7s!). #RipCity.
McDaniel’s students Josiah Barr and Dominique Matthews have had stellar attendance during Limited In Person Instruction. Both bring a positive attitude and have worked extremely hard when coming on campus for school. Keep working hard and enjoy your Respect #Dame7 kicks!
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Congratulations, Alexia! And many thanks to @Dame_Lillard for doing so much to lift up our students and educators. #RipCity.
Roosevelt HS teachers and staff asked me to highlight Alexia Valdez! Alexia, who is a senior this year, was nominated because she has been modeling what it means to show respect to themselves, others and the community online and offline. Congratulations Alexia!
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With unanimous approval of Res. 6235 by the Board of Education, Wilson High School will be known as Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School. Remarkable testimony this evening by students who were central to bringing the recommendation to @Super_GGuerrero and our Board. Congratulations!.
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🚨 Breaking News 🚨 . The PPS school board just unanimously adopted a bold & historic climate crisis response, climate justice and sustainable practices policy aimed at reducing emissions by 50%, 2030 & reach net zero, 2040. Read the complete policy here:
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Important Update: Roosevelt HS is currently on lockdown. Astor ES and George MS are on lockout. We are in communication with local law enforcement who is on site at Roosevelt. We will share more information with our community as we learn more.
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We're so thrilled that @trailblazers star @Dame_Lillard won the November NBA Community Assist Award. As part of the honor, Kaiser and NBA will donate $10,000 to Madison, Roosevelt & Parkrose high schools. Dame and the Blazers are great community partners!
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***WEATHER ALERT***. All school buildings and offices are closed tomorrow due to inclement weather. All PPS events are also canceled. The safety and well being of our students is our primary concern. We look forward to reopening our school buildings when it is safe to do so.
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Kindergarteners at Atkinson Elementary got a big surprise during their PE class!!.PE teacher Codi Sanchez applied for a grant from All Kids Bikes. The Rotary Club of Portland offered a generous donation so the school can offer this bike riding curriculum to all kindergarteners.
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How fantastic is this? Roosevelt HS educators, Aram Ansell and Jeremy Dickerson are 3-D printing face shields for frontline health care workers. We will keep you updated on their progress. Thank you, Aram and Jeremy!
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What an accomplishment! Beaumont Middle School math teacher Bryan Butcher, Jr. was just names Oregon's Teacher of the Year!. Mr. Butcher was presented with a $10,000 check and Beaumont MS was given $5,000. Congratulations!
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How fun and creative is this commercial by Griffin, 2nd grader at Woodstock Elementary (with help from his dad)!? 🥖 His assignment was to create a short, convincing, and memorable ad for the Woodstock Elementary Farmer's Market. We think he did an amazing job! 🍎
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Statement from Portland Public Schools on the Portland Teachers Union proposal to reduce in-person instruction.
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Benson wins the 1st girls hoops state title in school history with a 66-42:win over 2-time defending champ Southridge. Way to go Techsters!
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Because of power outages and road conditions caused by the inclement weather, all PPS schools will be closed today.
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Good morning. Due to weather, all schools are closed today. The PPS central office is open. For more information please visit
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The first Vietnamese immersion Pre-K classroom in the state just opened at the Kelly School Annex. Vietnamese is the 3rd most spoken language in Oregon. Now, PPS students have access to Vietnamese Dual Language classes from Pre-K all the way through high school.
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We support our DACA students. We want all PPS students to feel safe in their classrooms & to be unafraid to dream.
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Tks, @Dame_Lillard for launching #RESPECT campaign to end bullying today at Roosevelt. Pics http://t.co/x4ZH0qNe53.
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All schools will remain closed tomorrow (Thursday, January 18). Please know we share your disappointment about these persistent conditions, and that we will reopen our schools as soon as it is safe to do so.
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Starting Sep. 2, we will be serving meals in person from 38 different sites. Every Monday and Wednesday from 3-5pm, parents can pick up several days’ worth of meals for their student(s) - or parents can sign up for meal delivery to their homes. 🍎.
#BackToSchool Some @PPSConnect bus drivers will help deliver meals to students homes for the new year. #Fox12Oregon .
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So far this week we have distributed more than 13,600 meals, and it continues today at 15 of our schools from 11 am-1pm. You can also pick up learning packets, along with forms to borrow a computer to use while schools are closed. The sites:
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We have tentatively agreed to a contract with PAT. With this tentative agreement, students and educators will return to school tomorrow (Monday, November 27). School will start two hours late. For our entire community message click here:
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All Portland Public Schools and district offices are now closed Monday due to weather.
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Important Update on situation at Roosevelt HS. Earlier this morning, there was an incident off campus involving students; one student allegedly robbed another student with a weapon. No injuries were reported. The incident was reported to staff and to the police. 1/4.
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Our amazing, wonderful, incredible Nutrition Services team have served over 130,000 meals to-date during the closure. We are so proud of them and so honored to serve our students. Thank you!.
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Thursday, Dec. 8: All schools and offices closed due to weather.All after-school and evening activities are also cancelled.
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Thursday, Dec. 15: All schools and offices closed due to weather.All after-school and evening activities are also cancelled.
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Students at Stephenson Elementary marked #studentsstandup #ppsmarch14 day by forming a human rainbow. Each grade wore a different color, and the entire student body sang "Rainbow Connection."
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Due to threat of freezing rain, PPS will close schools & offices Monday, Feb. 10. Events & athletics also canceled http://t.co/pBQacSkuyF.
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Another day, TWO more on-campus vaccination clinics! . We implore you to get vaccinated against COVID-19. We have clinics set up at McDaniel & Roosevelt High Schools today. No cost!.No appointments!.No waiting! . Thank you to partners @OHSUNews, @ProvHealth and @medicalteams ❤️.
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All schools will be closed again tomorrow (Friday, January 19). Most schools are ready, however, our buses transport roughly a quarter of our students, and they rely on many roads that remain inaccessible from blockages, low wires, and persistent ice.
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In response to concerns about the growing COVID-19 crisis, we will close schools starting Monday, March 15, for an extended spring break, with a plan for students to return Wednesday, April 1. Read the message from @Super_GGuerrero to families and staff:
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Wednesday, January 11: All schools and offices closed.
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It is impossible to overstate the importance and impact of this titan of American history. May John Lewis rest in peace.
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The Bike Bus at Glencoe Elementary is riding strong every Wednesday!
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Lots of work goes into something like you see in this story. Every second of it is worth it. We are proud and privileged to provide meals to our students. We hope to see more of you tomorrow!.
Portland Public Schools serves up thousands of free breakfasts, lunches during school shutdown
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Congrats to our incredible superintendent, @Super_GGuerrero, on being named a finalist for The 2020 Green-Garner Award! 🎉 This award from the @GreatCitySchls is the nation's highest urban education honor recognizing outstanding contributions in urban education!
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(1/3) We refuse to ignore the incredible tragedy that our country is experiencing. We will not remain neutral about racism. We stand shoulder to shoulder in solidarity with our community in the fight against anti-Black racism. #BlackLivesMatter.
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Here is our statement regarding school on Thursday, January 18. We will update you later tonight. Thanks for your patience.
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Due to inclement weather, all PPS classes and activities for Wednesday, Feb. 21 are canceled. All school buildings will be closed. All after-school activities, including sports, and child care, are also canceled.
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Thank you, voters, for renewing the levy that funds teaching positions and classroom supports at every school in the district, continuing our community's important investment in Portland Public Schools’ students and teachers!
The Oregonian/OregonLive declares Portland Public Schools teacher levy passes.
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Congratulations to the 2021 @OSAASports 6A Girls Soccer State #Champions, Grant HS Girls Soccer! We are so proud of you! ⚽️ 🥅
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Major Fall 2020 Update: Classes Will Be Online Until At Last November 5. Please see the message to our families and staff from @Super_GGuerrero:
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@Super_GGuerrero @TimbersFC @ThornsFC And with the unanimous approval of Resolution 6293 by the Board of Education, let’s all cheer for the Ida B. Wells Guardians! . Thank you to the committee and the Ida B. Wells HS community for your remarkable work. GO GUARDIANS! 🦉
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Our list of schools that will have meals available March 17-20 and 30-31 has been updated to add Grout Elementary. Meals will be available for pickup outside the school from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The full list is in the image, and also at
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All schools will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday, January 17). This includes all after school activities.
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Thank you for the demonstration of unity across PPS today. Some students are continuing to take part in March 14 activities. If you have any questions or concerns about today’s events please call the Community Hotline Number: (503) 916-6600.
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Due to a teachers' strike, all schools will be closed Nov. 1. Tomorrow at 7 pm we will confirm whether schools will reopen or remain closed for Thursday. Beyond that, you can expect a text and email from us each evening by 7 pm letting you know if school will open the next day.
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We are also grateful for PPS staff who located and distributed over 2,400 N95 respirator masks to the Multnomah County Emergency Operations Center. Thank to you to everyone who is fighting this pandemic!.
How fantastic is this? Roosevelt HS educators, Aram Ansell and Jeremy Dickerson are 3-D printing face shields for frontline health care workers. We will keep you updated on their progress. Thank you, Aram and Jeremy!
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Wow!! The entire @ThornsFC team is at Scott School today to inspire kids to read & stay active! http://t.co/ltWEERW2vC.
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Grant celebrates after 63-62 win over Jefferson give the Generals their fifth state championship in boys basketball. A great game and great day for @PILathletics
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71 students at James John just got free bikes and all the safety gear to go with it! . After school, volunteers helped match the 3rd-5th graders with helmets, locks, lights and a bike. The school even had an obstacle course set up so the students could ride their new bikes!
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All schools are closed Tuesday, January 16. After-school and evening activities, including parent-teacher conferences, are also canceled. We'll meet again tomorrow to monitor Wednesday’s forecast, but we're concerned conditions will not improve by Wednesday morning.
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Matt Groening, creator of "The Simpsons," appeared at an assembly at his alma mater, @LHSCards, as part of the school's 150th anniversary celebration.
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Classes cancelled and administrative offices also closed due to weather conditions.
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***WEATHER ALERT***. All school buildings and offices are closed once again tomorrow due to hazardous conditions. All PPS events are also canceled. Please monitor our social media channels and for updates.
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Jan. 17: All schools and offices closed. Late start on Jan. 18 has been canceled, school starts at normal time:
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Due to high student and staff absences, Roosevelt HS will close on Monday 1/10. @Riderconnection will transition to temporary distance learning beginning 1/11 through at least Fri. 1/14, 2022. Learn More:.
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Friday, Dec. 9: All schools and offices closed due to weather.All after-school and evening activities are also cancelled.
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Good morning. Due to weather, all schools and offices are closed today. For morning information, visit
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Monday, January 9: All schools and offices closed. All after-school and evening activities will also be cancelled.
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We'd like a pause a moment to note that this is National Assistant Principals Week. Here are some of the faces of the dedicated vice and assistant principals that are an invaluable part of our district. Thank you for everything you do!
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Portland Public Schools and staff will have two hour delay Tuesday morning due to icy road conditions.
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Roosevelt HS Update:. We will be releasing students for the day. We will be doing controlled release, releasing students by sections of the building. Students are asked to get their belongings and depart campus immediately.
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Thursday, January 12: All schools and offices closed.
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The piano inside the lobby of Lincoln HS is an open invitation for anyone to play. In the mornings, you might even get to hear a full jazz combo. It's an amazing way for these students to perform their music for others. The school has had a piano in the lobby for about 7 years.
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Hats off to @PPSConnect @FirstStudentInc bus drivers! They really stepped up today, rolled with the challenge of an early release due to snow. All students made it home safely this afternoon. Thank you!!
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Beginning on Monday, 3/14, PPS will transition to optional masking for all staff and students across every PPS building. This is aligned with the new public health guidance released by the @CDCgov, @OHAOregon, @ORDeptEd, and @MultCoHealth. Read more ⬇️.
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So proud of the @BensonAthletics girls for their incredible season finishing #2 in the state. Two all tourney team selections. They showed heart and grit and this team is a family! @PILathletics @BensonTechPride @PPSConnect #we'llbeback
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Counting today: 30,600!! Our Nutrition Services, custodial, maintenance and administrative teams are INCREDIBLE. Thanks to all the families who visited our meal hubs!.
Portland Public Schools has provided more than 13,600 of meals during school closure:.
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We are excited to announce Jonathan García as our new Chief of Staff! Read more about Jonathan's background experience and his role on our Leadership Announcements page:
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With the confirmed COVID-19 coronavirus cases in OR increasing, @OregonGovBrown announced new guidance tonight regarding group gatherings and social distancing. We remain committed to keeping our schools open and safe. 1/2.
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As a result of numerous attendees refusing to properly wear face coverings, the PPS board chair suspended the meeting, which will now be streamed online, beginning at 7:15 p.m. at this link: The in-person meeting will be closed to the public and media.
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Today we were able to hand out more than 21,000 meals to our students. In the 9 days we have done so, we have distributed 76,150 meals. Back at it new week, Monday-Friday, 11 am-1 p.m. We're so grateful to our dedicated Nutrition Services staff!
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For years, @TimbersFC have been great community partners for us (here, @DiegoChara21 and @TimberJoey appear at Atkinson Elementary). Congratulations to them for advancing to the @MLS finals -- we are so proud!
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We are excited to share that we can now provide 7 days’ worth of meals for all kids (1-18) at no cost thanks to our partnership with @USDA! We have 38 meal sites where families can pick up meals on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 3-5pm. Find out more:
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A statement from @Super_GGuerrero regarding destruction, including vehicles set on fire, at our central administration office building.
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A reminder that any PPS high school student needing a Chromebook can pick one up today (Friday) from 8 am-4 pm. Please bring school ID or student ID number; you do not need to have filled out the form. Locations and other info:
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“My hope as superintendent of our schools is that every one of our students has many opportunities, as I did, to experience their heritage and background celebrated and also to learn more about the diverse community in which we live.” - @Super_GGuerrero #HispanicHeritageMonth
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Bringing it home! Grant HS's Constitution Team wins the National We The People Constitution Team championship. @ccampbellGHS @GrantBoosters Good job, Lincoln HS @LHSCards for your third place finish. Thanks to both teams for keeping PPS in the national spotlight year after year!
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How cool is this??. Mars Sails, Educator and Program Coordinator at Chief Joseph, is getting creative to honor Black History Month. She dresses daily as different Black historical figures as a way to honor them and raise awareness about their accomplishments.
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Tomorrow, Friday Dec. 16: All schools and offices closed.All after-school and evening activities, are also cancelled.
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Congratulations to our very own, Melissa Lim (@actionhero) for being named one of 2020’s top 30 K-12 tech influencers by @EdTech_K12! 🥳👏🏼.
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The PPS and PAT bargaining teams met Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and exchanged full proposals. Nonetheless, settlement was not reached, and schools remain closed tomorrow, November 13.
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We want to encourage students to return to their respective schools after the Climate March. All students will be welcomed back to finish out the school day. Please be safe!.
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Friday, January 13: All schools and offices closed:
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WATCH, @Super_GGuerrero delivers a powerful commentary on the ICE arrest of a PPS parent who was trying to take their child to school.
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The Alameda #BikeBus will be featured on @NBCNightlyNews tonight! . Watch as PE teacher Sam Balto explains why he started it, why it’s grown so much and how it’s helping students in and out of the classroom. #Teampps #Forwardtogether
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