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Income Form Deadline now Oct. 18

Please take a few minutes to complete your family’s Household Income Data Form—the deadline has been extended to Oct. 18 to ensure we have 100% participation! The Form was sent to you on Sunday, September 6, through ReachMyTeach. This form matters more than ever this year. Our district worked with lawmakers in Augusta to change how Maine funds schools. The information families give on this form now counts twice in the state funding formula. If every family completes it, our schools could receive millions of dollars in additional state funding next year.

  • Elementary Schools
  • High Schools
  • Middle Schools
  • Portland Public Schools
Read More about Income Form Deadline now Oct. 18
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MS Design: Provide Feedback Online

The Portland Public Schools is working to design a strong, equitable middle school experience for every student. Staff, students, families and community members have been helping develop and refine a proposed Middle School Design Framework and several design considerations. This work is still in progress and final recommendations have not been decided—and we still want your feedback to help shape the future of our middle schools!

  • High Schools
  • Middle Schools
  • Portland Public Schools
Read More about MS Design: Provide Feedback Online
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Upcoming HS Design Meetings

The Portland Public Schools is continuing the important work of designing a high school experience that prepares every student to thrive in college, career, and community and to participate and succeed in a diverse and ever-changing world. The community is invited to join us for two upcoming Community Engagement Sessions, one virtual on Sept. 30 and one in-person on Oct. 7.

  • High Schools
  • Middle Schools
  • Portland Public Schools
Read More about Upcoming HS Design Meetings
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  • Achievement
  • Equity
  • Whole Student
Middle School Design Session Sept. 16

The district is continuing to work with the Portland Public Schools community to design a middle school experience where each and every student feels a strong sense of belonging, is challenged and supported academically, and has meaningful learning experiences that prepare them for high school and beyond. Learn about the latest proposed plans and ideas at a Middle School Design Community Engagement session set for Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lyman Moore Middle School. Childcare will be available.

  • Elementary Schools
  • High Schools
  • Middle Schools
  • Portland Public Schools
Read More about Middle School Design Session Sept. 16
Leadership Transitions 2026-2027
  • People
Leadership Transitions 2026-2027

As the Portland Public Schools enters into the 2026-27 school year, we have made a number of very exciting hires and moves to fill key leadership roles at the district and school levels. We are excited about the experience and energy that these team members will bring to our schools and students. For a detailed list of who’s who at the central and school leadership levels, including what their roles are, please visit the Central Office Staff and School Administration Directory on our website. Here are a few highlights of the leadership changes made over the summer:

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  • High Schools
  • Middle Schools
  • Portland Public Schools
Read More about Leadership Transitions 2026-2027

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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929

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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