The Portland Schools Foundation is an independent, community-based organization that mobilizes the public, private and political will and resources needed to guarantee a world-class public education for all Portland children. To do this, we:

• Invest in teaching and learning We provide venture capital to principals, teachers, and parents to accelerate academic achievement. 
• Mobilize the community We marshal the talent and resources of parents, citizens, and businesses to strengthen every public school.

2009 Principal for a Day

We are excited to announce that this year's Principal for a Day event will take place on Tuesday, 10/27/09. Click here for the application.

Making a difference – this summer!

Ninth Grade Counts will connect over 1000 students with services and support this summer to help them start high school on the right track.  To learn more, visit www.connectedby25.org

NOW AVAILABLE! Ninth Grade Counts Guidebook for Summer 2009