Portsmouth Public Schools
Coverage of Portsmouth Public Schools in the Nexus archive.
- Portsmouth residents to vote on 1% sales tax for schools this November
Portsmouth residents will vote on November 3 to approve a 1% sales tax to fund improvements and new construction for Portsmouth Public Schools. The tax would be in addition to the existing 1% general local sales and use tax. Portsmouth City Council approved the measure 5-1 on July 28.
- Portsmouth voters will see school construction sales tax on November ballot
Portsmouth voters will vote on a 1% sales tax proposal in November. The tax aims to fund new facilities and improvement projects for Portsmouth Public Schools.
- Portsmouth school buses ready to roll amid fuel cost rise
Portsmouth school buses are prepared to operate despite rising gas prices, as Portsmouth Public Schools have budgeted for fuel cost fluctuations. The school division's spokesperson, Dr. Lauren Nolasco, confirmed their readiness.
- Portsmouth mayor addresses delayed opening of advanced career education center
The Portsmouth mayor is addressing the delayed opening of an advanced career education center. Portsmouth Public Schools blamed the city for the delay, citing issues with a multi-million dollar project to convert a facility.
- City of Portsmouth offers summer food program for students
Portsmouth Public Schools is partnering with the Portsmouth Department of Parks and Recreation to provide free meals to children through the Summer Food Service Program. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and children must be present to receive them.