The Pennfield School Offers $15,000 Scholarships for Rising 8th Graders

Two $15,000 scholarships available for new students ready to lead, grow, and make the most of their 8th grade year at Pennfield.

Pennfield Students Share Love & Gratitude on ‘Heart to Heart Tour'

1st graders visit Town Hall, the Portsmouth Fire Department and the Veterans' Home.

The Pennfield School Announces Character In Action Scholarship

$12,000 Scholarships Awarded to 3 Outstanding Middle School Students

4 Portsmouth High School Students Get Whooping Cough: RIDOH

The rise in cases in Rhode Island is a part of a national trend, which has seen thousands more whooping cough cases this year than in 2023.

Graduation Shout Out: Congratulations Ethan From Portsmouth

Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to recognize our community's outstanding 2024 graduates.

Graduation Shout Out: Congratulations Brynn From Portsmouth

Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to recognize our community's outstanding 2024 graduates.

Graduation Shout Out: Congratulations Gracin From Portsmouth High

Patch and T-Mobile have teamed up to recognize our community's outstanding 2024 graduates.

Portsmouth Student Competing In National Poetry Contest In D.C.

Representing the Ocean State is Jennifer Shon, who won the Rhode Island Poetry Out Loud State Championship.

Back To School: Portsmouth 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in Portsmouth can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Pennfield Students Shine in Spanish Language Competition

Several local students received recognition on the National Spanish Exam.

Deadline To Nominate Portsmouth 2022-23 Teacher Of The Year Approaches

The deadline to nominate an educator for the 2022-23 Portsmouth Teacher of the Year Award is Friday. See how to nominate your favorite.

Scholarships Available For RI Law Day Student Essay Contest Winners

The winning essay author receives a $1,000 scholastic award and an engraved trophy cup.

12 Rhode Island High School Students Make 'Poetry Out Loud' Finals

This year's state champion gets a paid trip to compete in the national finals in Washington, D.C., $200 and $500 for their school's library.

Here's Why Trot Is A Portsmouth Star Student

We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts, or volunteer service. Here's one who is having an impact in Portsmouth.

Here’s Why Avery Was Shouted Out As A Star Student In Portsmouth

We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts, or volunteer service. Here's one resident who is having an impact in Portsmouth.

Portsmouth High School Holding Open House For 8th Grade Students

The event includes an overview of Portsmouth High School, its programs and an optional tour of the school.

Happiness is a Warm Blanket and Helping Others

Pennfield students create blankets to donate to Project Linus.

Portsmouth School 2022 Report Cards: See How Each School Did

Just one Portsmouth school lost ground in its grades since 2019. All district schools had either four or five stars.

Portsmouth's RICAS Results Show Dip In English Scores

The percentage of students receiving a score of "meeting expectations" or better dropped in Portsmouth since 2021.

Portsmouth High School Evacuated Over Suspicious Odor

Several staff members reported they smelled a gas odor in the cafeteria​, causing some to request medical attention.

Portsmouth High Ranks No. 7 On List Of Top RI High Schools

Portsmouth High School also ranked highly for athletics and college prep.

Portsmouth Police Accepting School Supply Donations

The donations are part of State Police's the Kids, Cops, and Classroom’s campaign.​

Back To School: Portsmouth 2022-23 School Calendar

Parents in the Portsmouth Public School District can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

2 Juniors At Portsmouth High School Win State Civic Leadership Award

The students from Portsmouth selected were among 137 students statewide.

Portsmouth Parents Thank Local Educators For Teacher Appreciation Week

See what Portsmouth parents had to say about a couple local teachers.

Portsmouth Schools To Go Mask-Optional After March 4

The school committee voted to approve a new policy strongly recommending, but not requiring, mask-wearing in schools.

Portsmoth High School Ends The Week With Distance Learning

High school students will learn from home Thursday and Friday due to staffing shortages amid the latest COVID-9 surge.

Portsmouth Students Take Part In 'Hour Of Code'

Students in kindergarten though 12th grade took part in activities to learn more about coding.

Portsmouth Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how FAFSA applications changed for Portsmouth area high schools.

Deadline For Mail Ballots In Portsmouth Bonds Vote

Portsmouth voters have until Oct. 12 to request a mail ballot for the special referendum on Nov. 2.

Back To School: Portsmouth's First Few Weeks

Despite a few bumps in the road, Portsmouth students and staff are happy to be back in classrooms, Supt. Thomas Kenworthy said.

Portsmouth's $21.4M School Bond: What To Know

Superintendent Thomas Kenworthy said the bond "makes the best overall sense to improve our schools."

Portsmouth Student Named National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalist

The winners of the 2022 contest will be announced in the spring.

Portsmouth Police Giving Free Backpacks, Back-To-School Haircuts

Backpacks will go to Portsmouth students on a first-come, first-serve basis, from 2:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., Sept. 6, at police headquarters.

Back To School: Portsmouth 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Portsmouth can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Portsmouth Student Awarded $1,000 Scholarships From BankNewport

Dylan Pires, a student at Portsmouth High School, was one of the four statewide winners.

Portsmouth Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

See how college aid applications changed for Portsmouth area high schools.

Portsmouth High School Holding 12+ Coronavirus Vaccine Clinics

Three clinics will be held in total, all offering the Pfizer vaccine, which was authorized for use in people 12 to 15 years old.

Saluting The Class Of 2021: Ashley Wemmer Of Portsmouth

Portsmouth Patch is celebrating this year's seniors for their accomplishments.

Honor Your 2021 Graduate On Portsmouth Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Portsmouth Patch.