This page is dedicated to organizing the most important information about planning for the upcoming school year. Please scroll below on this page and use the navigation above to learn more about the start of the new school year.
School Supplies: If there are any specific supplies needed, teachers will notify students the first day of class. Students are encouraged to have general school supplies (pencils, pens, notebooks, etc.). All incoming students will be issued a district-owned Chromebook computer for their usage while attending PHS. See below for information and distribution dates.
Daily Bell Schedule '25-'26
Click here for daily bell schedule, 2-hr. delay, early release, and exam day schedules.
School Picture Day
PHS Fall School Picture Day is Wednesday, Sept. 3rd
Click here for specific dates/times for the drive-thru distribution process.
The Performing Arts Department encourages all students to explore the amazing world of performing arts. All PHS students are eligible to participate in the drama program either onstage or backstage. The Music program offers a wide selection of courses in both performance and classroom areas of instruction. Music studied ranges from the classical tradition to popular to contemporary. Traditional instruments as well as music technology equipment such as keyboards, computers, synthesizers and sequencers are available in the Music program. Members of the music performance groups also have the opportunity to audition for placements in All-State Music Festival, All-New England Music Festival, and New Hampshire Jazz All-State.All courses in Performing Arts may be taken to satisfy the Fine Arts Requirements.
Our student-athletes compete in a variety of NH Division I and II sports of the NHIAA. Portsmouth HS has a very qualified coaching staff and a long tradition of excellent sports teams. In addition to working hard in the classroom and on the field, our student-athletes are encouraged to volunteer in the community and with our younger populations. Football starts August 16th all other Fall Sports begin on Monday 8/19. Click here to link to the athletic website for more information.
This letter was sent out to families via ParentSquare on August 14th.