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The Deering High School Science Olympiad team traveled to Los Angeles and won the prestigious National Spirit Award along with a $2,000 prize for their outstanding sportsmanship, character, and team integrity.

Incoming Principal Aris Ayala Cruz introduces themselves to the Deering High School community, sharing how their multicultural background and educational leadership will guide their mission to build a school culture of belonging, high expectations, and care starting July 1, 2026.

Deering High School has officially welcomed incoming Principal Aris Ayala Cruz, who is already spending time on campus engaging with students and staff to build partnerships ahead of the 2026–2027 school year.

Deering High School secured its second consecutive "Best Large Delegation" championship at the Maine Model United Nations conference, leading the state with 47 delegates and earning multiple individual honors across intense global debates.

The annual Walter E. Russell Teacher Award—a prestigious peer-nominated honor rooted in a historic partnership with the University of Southern Maine—has been awarded to Deering High School social worker Mariela Jacome, alongside an incredible field of runners-up whose full, inspiring nomination excerpts can be read via the link in our bio.  

The Deering High School community celebrated the bravery and creative artistry of its students during the annual BRECCIA literary magazine announcements in the library, where the powerful spoken word and deep vulnerability of winners Max Nichols, Zoe Stilkey, Evie Varbanova, Claudia Nteya, and Avery Stone took center stage. 

The Class of 2026 successfully celebrated their Senior Capstone Experience with an inspiring campus-wide presentation day showcasing innovative student projects across every academic department. 

The Deering Players concluded their 2025–2026 season with a transcendent and magical staged reading of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, showcasing the immense talent of the cast and crew under the direction of Alyssa Rojecki.

The community is invited to the Deering High School auditorium on May 20, 2026, at 6pm for a performance featuring the orchestra, chamber choir, handbells, and band.

As the 2025–26 school year concludes, Deering celebrates historic achievements including a Science Olympiad state championship, artistic milestones, and the induction of new Honor Society members while preparing for the Class of 2026 commencement and a final month of community events. 
 

Our neighbors and local businesses, including Big Sky Bread Company and Noble Pizzeria & Barbecue, came together to provide an incredible week of food and support for our staff during Teacher Appreciation Week. 

Our community is invited to gather at the Clinton W. Graffam Auditorium on Thursday, May 28th, at 6:00 p.m. to recognize the Class of 2026 and celebrate the meaningful impact these students have made during their time at the high school.

Deering High School claimed top honors and a $500 award at the 2026 Maine App Challenge by contributing over 50% of the total submissions with the support of Mr. Jonathan Graffius. 
 

Last Friday, City Hall hosted a multi-floor exhibition of Deering student artwork, skillfully guided by Ms. Emily Serway, Mr. Chad Hart, and Ms. Kathryn Carlisle, as part of the historic First Friday Art Walk. 
 

Deering High School’s Model UN and debate leaders demonstrated the power of civic engagement by moderating a historic gubernatorial forum, where they challenged Maine’s candidates with rigorous questioning on the state's most pressing issues. 

Driven by the initiative and professionalism of our student leaders, Culture Day transformed every floor of the campus into a proud celebration of heritage where students took the lead in inviting the community into a vibrant, global experience. 

On April 16, 2026, Deering High School celebrated the academic excellence and character of its students by honoring 21 Junior Book Award recipients and conducting the National Honor Society ceremony to recognize current senior members and induct 19 new student leaders from the Class of 2027 .

We invite the Deering High School community to join the PTO in celebrating our teachers this week by sharing a unique personal thank you for the vital role they play in our students' lives. 

All students scheduled for AP Exams over the next two weeks should monitor their email for specific timing and location details and contact their advisor or Ms. Labbe with any questions. 

The Deering Players invite the community to the Deering High School Auditorium on Thursday, May 7th at 7:00 PM for a special "pay what you can" staged reading of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream.