Ida B. Wells High School - Portland, OR

Thanks to everyone who has contributed to our teacher back to school breakfast! Our PTA Hospitality Team has collected $690 in donations as of today. We are looking to spend about $12 per teacher for breakfast burritos, coffee and juice for their first day back to work for the 2026/2027 school year. We have 100 teachers and support staff so we are looking to raise $1200. To donate, please venmo -jones-296 Any additional funds over the amount we need for the back to school breakfast we will use for the freshmen jumpstart coffee and muffins for teachers and Back to School Night Teacher Dinner. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!

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Graduation for the Class of 2027 is at PSU on Wednesday, June 9th at 7:30pm!

☀️ Welcome to the 2026-27 School Year! Read Our Summer Newsletter & PTA Updates Dear Ida B. Wells High School Families,As we gear up for an exciting 2026/2027 school year, we have put together our Back-to-School Summer Newsletter to help you and your student get ready for day ...

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Congratulations to Glen Coblens, Ida B. Wells High School. After scouting programs across the state, reviewing nominations, evaluating sustained success, and recognizing long-term impact on Oregon girls basketball, we are proud to unveil our Top 25 Most Influential Girls High School Basketball Coaches in Oregon. These coaches have helped shape programs, develop student-athletes, build winning cultures, and inspire the next generation of girls basketball throughout the state. This recognition extends beyond wins and losses. It celebrates leadership, mentorship, consistency, community impact, and the lasting influence these coaches have had on Oregon basketball. We also want to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who submitted nominations. The overwhelming response is a testament to the incredible coaches serving girls basketball across Oregon. While only 25 coaches are featured in this series, we recognize that many others continue to make a meaningful impact every single day. 🏀 Stay tuned as we reveal the rankings one coach at a time.

We are excited to share that on Friday, June 5, Ida B. Wells High School Band Director Mr. Caldwell was knighted by the Queen of Rosaria as an Honorary Knight of Rosaria through the Royal Rosarians.

This special recognition is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to our community. In addition to his work with our students, Mr. Caldwell founded the SW Community Band 10 years ago, creating opportunities for musicians of all ages to perform and connect through music.

Adding to the significance of the occasion, our own Ida B. Wells Princess, Sophie Lafrenz, participated in the ceremony. Sophie has been a dedicated flute and piccolo player in the Ida B. Wells High School Band throughout her four years at Wells, making this recognition especially meaningful for our school community.

Congratulations to Mr. Caldwell on this well-deserved honor, and thank you for your dedication to music education and service to the Southwest Portland community!

Learn more about the SW Community Band: https://www.swportland.band/

Learn more about the Honorary Sir Knights and Dames of Rosaria program: https://royalrosarians.com/page/honorary-sir-knights-and-dames-of-rosaria

Important: Chromebook and Charger Return Required by Friday, June 5

Dear Students and Families,As part of Portland Public Schools' district-wide technology refresh, all student Chromebooks and chargers must be returned before the end of the school year.All Chromebooks and chargers are due on Friday, June 5, following students' last final exam during 7th period.This year, unlike previous years, students will not be taking their school-issued Chromebooks home for the summer. All devices must be collected and returned to the district in preparation for the rollo...

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The 2026 yearbook will be distributed this Thursday at the end of the day in the cafeteria in conjunction with Ida B. Chella. We still have books available for sale via SchoolPay through this Wednesday night. After that, books can only be purchased directly from Ana Curtis, the bookkeeper, in the main office. She will be available to sell books on Thursday until 4 pm, and then every day after while supplies last before school, during flex, and during lunch. She will not be selling books after school. If you missed last year's book, we still have a few copies available for purchase. If you have any questions, please contact Keith Higbee, the yearbook advisor at [email protected].

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We are hiring for a .5 French teacher at IBW for the 26-27 school year. Here is the website to apply https://www.pps.net/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities. The job posting # is 29438.

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Our Annual Art Show is Thursday, May 14th from 3:30pm-5pm in the Foyer. The Art Show will feature artwork from every student in an art class (Photography, Printmaking, Drawing & Painting, and Ceramics). Hundreds of students from all levels of art classes are represented. Please come and support our wonderful artists!! Hope to see you there!