Catch Up with our News

Over the next few weeks, the Upper School Deans and/or schedulers will meet individually with your rising 9th graders—to discuss their course selections for the 2025-2026 school year—by pushing into Extended Advisory sessions on Thursday, February 27, and Thursday, March 6. Any students who are unable to complete this process during either of those two sessions will be able to do so in the weeks following March 6.

The Sharing The Planet theme is a great way for students to explore important global issues. Each grade will approach this theme through a unique lens, helping students develop a deeper understanding of how we share our world with others. This theme aligns perfectly with our upcoming World Day celebration, where students will engage in activities that highlight different cultures, traditions, and global challenges. By learning from and about one another, we foster a sense of international-mindedness, reinforcing the importance of cooperation and shared responsibility in our world.

Welcome back to the Portledge PYP Corner! As we begin a new year, we are rejuvenated with enthusiasm and inquiry. Portledge Lower School continues to shine in its PYP Journey and is energized by the curiosity that our students bring to the classroom every day.

Check out summer highlights here.

At the start of each school year, parents may choose to create grade-wide group chats or WhatsApp groups. These groups are a great vehicle for parent-to-parent information sharing and support. We appreciate the connections between parents but want to remind you that the school does not manage these group chats. Messages shared in each WhatsApp or text group should benefit the whole group and should not be considered official school messaging.

We are excited to open our online registration system for the upcoming NYSSMA festivals. The NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) Festivals offer all student musicians the opportunity to perform a prepared piece before a judge and receive a written evaluation and grade. The music festivals are optional and are open to any Portledge student for purposes of self-evaluation or consideration for All-County, LISFA, and All-State ensembles. If your child is interested in playing their instrument or singing before a NYSSMA judge, then read more for important information.