The Board of Public Education unanimously approved the 2025-2026 district calendar on April 8, designating Yom Kippur and Eid al-Fitr as new official holidays for Portland Public Schools. This change, effective Fall 2025, means students and staff will not need to miss school or work to observe these significant religious dates. Alongside calendar updates, the district has also worked to enhance services like providing Halal meals to students who observe dietary laws this spring.The board considered input from students Juweria Hassan, Safa Mohamed, and Khalid Mahamed, who advocated for recognizing these holidays. This decision reflects the district's diverse population and supports both educational continuity and the observance of valued religious practices within the community.