District Administrator Email Phone: 608-742-4879 Mr. Sween, PHS Principal
I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself, but first, I would like to thank you for entrusting me with your most valuable possession(s). Each day you send your child/children to Portage High School with the expectation that they will be returned to you in better condition than when they arrived. That is a charge that I take very seriously, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that your child/children are given the best education possible. Portage High School has what I consider to be the finest staff of educators in the entire state of Wisconsin. Everyone in this building is committed to working together with you and the rest of the community to provide a wonderful learning experience.
My wife Erika and I have been married for 12 years and our world revolves around our daughters Laila (6) and Scarlet (3). They bring more joy and laughter to our home than we ever thought possible. Even though at times they test our patience as parents! As a family we love the outdoors. During the warmer months of the year we can be found on the nearest body of water kayaking, fishing, and swimming. When the weather turns colder we love heading to the ski hill, we are excited about spending some time at Cascade Mountain this winter. We are diehard Badgers fans and enjoy going to baseball games in Milwaukee.
My wife and I are both educators, she is one of the best AP Pschology teachers I have ever met! Prior to coming to Portage I taught social studies at Oshkosh West High School, was the Associate High School Principal in Mosinee, and the Middle School Principal in Mosinee. I am currently a Master Sergeant in the Air National Guard as a member of the 115th Fighter Wing in Madison. My military service has instilled in me three core values: Integrity, Service, and Excellence. I try to live up to those values on a daily basis whether I am caring for my immediate family or the Portage Community School District family. Integrity, Service, and Excellence is what you can expect from me and I ask that you hold me to this each and every day.
I am honored to be the Principal at Portage High School and look forward to meeting each of you in the very near future. Together we will be able to provide opportunities for you child/children that will allow them to achieve their greatest potential. I am here to serve you and your family. Should you ever need anything, please feel free to contact me at (608) 742-8545 Ext. 1001 or email me at sweenj@portage.k12.wi.us Thank you!