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Celebrating Student Achievement at Deering

Seniors Mya Landry and Khalid Mahamed received SMAA Citizenship Awards for their leadership and academic excellence—reflecting the spirit of achievement across PPS.

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Last Day of School is June 17

The last day of school for students is Tuesday, June 17. Schools will dismiss students three hours before their usual release time. Students at all schools will have access to lunch. 
 

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Retiree graphic 2025

More than 30 Portland Public Schools employees are retiring this school year. The retirees were honored by the Portland Board of Public Education and the district in a ceremony on Tuesday, June 10. Those recognized have served throughout the district and held a wide variety of roles in service of students and families.

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FY 26 budget logo Funding Our Priorities

Superintendent Ryan Scallon and Board of Public Education Chair Sarah Lentz issued a statement expressing gratitude to City voters for their decisive approval June 10 of the Portland Public Schools’ budget for fiscal year 2026. Voters also elected retired Portland High School music teacher Jayne Sawtelle to a vacant at-large Board seat.

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photo of Deering High graduates 2025
  • Achievement

Deering High School held its 151st graduation exercises for the Class of 2025 on Thursday, June 5, at Merrill Auditorium. Featured in the morning ceremony were remarks by Superintendent Ryan Scallon, Deering Principal Jake Giessman and Deering Assistant Principal Halima Noor, as well as speeches by students, musical performances and the presentation of diplomas.

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Anja Machado 2025
  • Achievement

Anja Machado, a distinguished senior at Deering High School, has earned national recognition by being named a National Merit Scholar, being awarded a National Merit University of Tulsa Scholarship, placing her among an elite group of students nationwide celebrated for exceptional academic ability and the potential for success in rigorous college studies.

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Summer Meals Map 2025

The Portland Public schools will be operating various summer meal sites at 11 locations across the city of Portland this summer. All children and teens 18 years and younger can receive a nutritious meal free of charge to be enjoyed on site. Most sites will begin serving on Wednesday, June 25. Meals will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. Children and teens can attend any of the meal site locations convenient to them.

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Vote on Budget and Board Seat June 10

The City Council voted unanimously in May to approve the $171.8 million school budget for the 2025-2026 school year. Now it’s the public’s turn: Portland city voters will be asked to give their stamp of approval to the school budget on Tuesday, June 10. In addition to voting on the budget, Portland voters will also have the chance to vote on two candidates running for a vacant seat on the Portland Board of Public Education.

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Deering High Spotlight: Zahraa Seizes Opportunity & Excels in MaineHealth Phlebotomy Training!

Celebrating Deering High's Zahraa, who impressively excelled in the innovative MaineHealth and Portland Public Schools' phlebotomy training program after accepting the invitation from her counselor, Mr. Shawn Kennedy, this collaborative initiative stands as a testament to providing students with crucial, hands-on healthcare experience and a direct pathway to future medical careers

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Testimonials

What our students and alumni have to say about Deering High School.

The guidance counselor at Deering was extremely helpful in figuring out how to get applications in and where to do my SAT’s. 

  • Jacqui Savage
  • Deering High

I felt like my education [at DHS] wasn’t just based on the four classes that I’d take every day, it was everyone in the classroom.

  • Salim Salim
  • Deering High

I felt surrounded by really amazing people who were giving me knowledge I wouldn’t be able to find somewhere else.

  • Lauren Reid Kane
  • Deering High

Deering High at a Glance

We succeed together because everyone is valued, challenged & empowered.

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965

enrolled students grades 9-12

Deering is the most diverse high school north of Boston with approximately 965 enrolled students grades 9-12.

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45

languages spoken by students

DHS has a culturally and linguistically diverse student body with 45 languages spoken by students.

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340

number of students enrolled in AP courses

Deering's Advisory Program gives every student a sub community with a curriculum focused on developing social-emotional well-being, supporting positive behavior, advancing equity, and building community.

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