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Portland, Oregon

501 N. Dixon St?Portland, OR 97227?Ph (503) 916-2222?Fx

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School Building Improvement
Bond Program

Since 2012, PPS has completed over 1100 health & safety & modernization projects that have improved every ��ɫͼ in the district. This work on our aging ��ɫͼ buildings has improved water quality, and provided security upgrades, new roofs, asbestos & radon remediation, lead paint stabilization, new fire alarms and sprinklers, more accessibility and seismic retrofits.

Nine ��ɫͼs: B enson, Franklin, Grant, McDaniel, Lincoln, Roosevelt, Kellogg MS, Faubion PK-8 and the new Multiple Pathways to Graduation program building have been modernized or rebuilt. A new Jefferson begins construction in 2026 and final design work is underway on new Cleveland & Ida B. Wells high ��ɫͼs.

View the interactive that allows you to see all the projects PPS has done to date. You can sort by ��ɫͼ, the type of work done and lots more.

March 2025 Bond Update

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Seismic Upgrades Water Quality Security Upgrades New Roofs Asbestos Radon Lead Paint Stabilization New Fire Alarms and Sprinklers More Accessibility Curriculum Educational Technology Improvements Center for Black Student Excellence

2025 Bond Projects

Planning is underway for the modernization of both Cleveland & Ida B. Wells High Schools. Design and pre-construction work is ongoing for the modernization of the historic Jefferson High School. Ongoing work on health, safety and infrastructure projects has made significant improvements to the quality of dozens of ��ɫͼs. New classroom technology projects are in process at dozens of ��ɫͼs. Roofing, seismic, and HVAC projects are improving several ��ɫͼs and Harrison Park is the final stage of its transformation into an upgraded middle ��ɫͼ.

Jefferson

An all-new Jefferson High School will begin construction in 2026 and will take place in phases over a four-year period. The new ��ɫͼ will feature specialized instructional spaces for Jeff’s unique CTE programs. Other highlights include a new Jefferson theater, a centrally located student commons, plus dedicated spaces for local community organizations.

Cleveland

Funding from the 2025 Bond will fund construction of A new four-story Cleveland High School to be built on the current ��ɫͼ site. The building will be organized into two wings, with classrooms, labs, gyms and performing arts spaces. These wings frame a secure outdoor courtyard at the heart of the ��ɫͼ.

Ida B. Wells

Funding from the 2025 Bond will fund construction of a new Ida B. Wells High School. The exciting new design will include A 500-Seat Theater, an upgraded Gym and an Auxiliary Gym, State-of-the-Art CTE Classrooms, and a vibrant Commons Space at the heart of the ��ɫͼ. Site upgrades will include new turf athletic fields, tennis courts, accessible walking paths.

Building & Improvements

Building improvement projects have touched every ��ɫͼ in the District with water quality improvements, security upgrades, new roofs, asbestos and radon remediation, new fire alarms & sprinklers, ADA improvements, heating & cooling system upgrades and seismic retrofits.

Seismic Upgrades

Improving the seismic safety of PPS buildings is an important component of the School Building Improvement program and a priority for the District. The majority of PPS ��ɫͼs were built before WWII at a time when knowledge and concerns about seismic safety were very different from today.

Roof Replacement

The School Building Improvement Bond Program has completely or partially replaced roofs at 51 ��ɫͼs so far. These new roofs have improved seismic safety while increasing the longevity of the building, improving energy efficiency, indoor air quality and reducing operating costs.

Accessibility

Improved accessibility to ��ɫͼs and classrooms for ��ɫͼ, teachers, and visitors with disabilities is a priority for the School Building Improvement Bond Program. The work includes individual ��ɫͼ improvement projects and full accessibility upgrades in our modernization projects.

Citizen-led Bond Accountability Committee & Audit Reports

The Bond Accountability Committee (BAC) communicates key information related to the bond program to the School Board, public groups, organizations and stakeholders.

The next regularly scheduled BAC meeting is slated for Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025, from 5:30PM - 8:00PM. This meeting will be in person (location TBD). It can be streamed online at .

BAC Webpage BAC Meeting Minutes PPS Audit Reports

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Community Engagement

Community Engagement

Significant community engagement is a priority as we rebuild our ��ɫͼs. Public Design Workshops continue to provide ��ɫͼ and ��ɫͼ communities the opportunity to help shape the designs of their new ��ɫͼ. Design Advisory Groups and Planning Committees, composed of ��ɫͼ, families and community stakeholders also provide vital feedback for the PPS Design Teams. View the Grant Modernization Public Engagement Video.
Bond Program Details & Timeline

Bond Program Details & Timeline

The 1.2 billion-dollar 2020 School Bond allows PPS to continue the vital work of improving our aging ��ɫͼ buildings in several key areas as well as upgrading important educational infrastructure issues. For details about the 2020 projects visit this page.

The $790 million, May 2017 Health Safety and Modernization Bond modernizes or rebuilds three high ��ɫͼs and one middle ��ɫͼ and at least $150 million is dedicated toward resolving health and safety concerns at ��ɫͼs across the district.

The now completed $482 million, 2012 School Building Improvement Bond modernized three high ��ɫͼs, rebuilt one K-8 ��ɫͼ and provided seismic improvements, science classroom upgrades, increased accessibility, and new roof projects at 51 ��ɫͼs.
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Get Connected

For more information about ��ɫͼ building improvement bond projects,
email ��ɫͼmodernization@pps.net
or call us at 503-916-2222

501 N. Dixon St

Portland, OR 97227

Ph (503) 916-2222

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PPS Bond

Portland, Oregon

School Building Improvement
Bond Program

Explore Project Areas

2025 Bond Projects

Jefferson

Cleveland

Ida B. Wells

Building & Improvements

Seismic Upgrades

Roof Replacement

Accessibility

Citizen-led Bond Accountability Committee & Audit Reports

Learn More ��ɫͼ The Bond Program & Modernization Projects

Community Engagement

Community Engagement

Bond Program Details & Timeline

Bond Program Details & Timeline

Bond Guiding Principles

Bond Guiding Principles

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PPS Bond

Portland, Oregon

School Building Improvement Bond Program

Explore Project Areas

2025 Bond Projects

Jefferson

Cleveland

Ida B. Wells

Building & Improvements

Seismic Upgrades

Roof Replacement

Accessibility

Citizen-led Bond Accountability Committee & Audit Reports

Learn More ����ɫͼ The Bond Program & Modernization Projects

Community Engagement

Bond Program Details & Timeline

Bond Guiding Principles

Get Connected

Bond

Follow on Social Media

Connect with PPS

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School Building Improvement
Bond Program

Learn More ��ɫͼ The Bond Program & Modernization Projects