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![USM, PPS Partner To Reduce Waste]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1696525585/portlandschoolsorg/ltb2bhcnlaqwyym6frj5/PPSNewsImage_3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1696525585/portlandschoolsorg/ltb2bhcnlaqwyym6frj5/PPSNewsImage_3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1696525585/portlandschoolsorg/ltb2bhcnlaqwyym6frj5/PPSNewsImage_3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1696525585/portlandschoolsorg/ltb2bhcnlaqwyym6frj5/PPSNewsImage_3.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1696525585/portlandschoolsorg/ltb2bhcnlaqwyym6frj5/PPSNewsImage_3.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1696525585/portlandschoolsorg/ltb2bhcnlaqwyym6frj5/PPSNewsImage_3.png","width":1920}])
The New England Environmental Finance Center (NEEFC) at the University of Southern Maine is working with the Portland Public Schools (PPS) on a comprehensive environmental audit and action plan to reduce waste and improve sustainability in 17 of the district’s elementary, middle and high schools. The audit, which began in January, has focused on the district’s school kitchens, cafeterias and Food Service program. Its recommendations so far have the potential to save about $4,000 per year in trash pickup costs at each school. They can also help save time, energy and the environment.
![Deering's Night of Distinction: NHS Convocation Inducts Class of 2026, Recognizes Class of 2025, and Awards Junior Achievers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747163523/portlandschoolsorg/e1hpzvp0xnylatpnjidh/IMG_1173.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747163523/portlandschoolsorg/e1hpzvp0xnylatpnjidh/IMG_1173.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747163523/portlandschoolsorg/e1hpzvp0xnylatpnjidh/IMG_1173.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747163523/portlandschoolsorg/e1hpzvp0xnylatpnjidh/IMG_1173.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747163523/portlandschoolsorg/e1hpzvp0xnylatpnjidh/IMG_1173.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747163523/portlandschoolsorg/e1hpzvp0xnylatpnjidh/IMG_1173.jpg","width":2200}])
Deering High School's "Night of Distinction" on April 14, 2025, celebrated the induction of new National Honor Society members from the Class of 2026, recognized existing Class of 2025 NHS members and Junior Class awardees, and highlighted overall student achievement under the guidance of school leadership.
![Opening Doors, Sharing Stories: Khalid Hersi's Visit Lights Up Deering High]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746707614/portlandschoolsorg/ohq59axbyppf8zl3tssl/PXL_20250502_184634327_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746707614/portlandschoolsorg/ohq59axbyppf8zl3tssl/PXL_20250502_184634327_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746707614/portlandschoolsorg/ohq59axbyppf8zl3tssl/PXL_20250502_184634327_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746707614/portlandschoolsorg/ohq59axbyppf8zl3tssl/PXL_20250502_184634327_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746707614/portlandschoolsorg/ohq59axbyppf8zl3tssl/PXL_20250502_184634327_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746707614/portlandschoolsorg/ohq59axbyppf8zl3tssl/PXL_20250502_184634327_1.jpg","width":2200}])
Deering High School's Black Student Union created a warm and inviting space for students and staff to learn from and connect with rising local athlete Khalid Hersi of the Portland Hearts of Pine.
![Spring for Teachers poster 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747156670/portlandschoolsorg/nth0yhxoncusf4nmbokr/SpringforTeachers2025_Csocialmediaimage.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747156670/portlandschoolsorg/nth0yhxoncusf4nmbokr/SpringforTeachers2025_Csocialmediaimage.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747156670/portlandschoolsorg/nth0yhxoncusf4nmbokr/SpringforTeachers2025_Csocialmediaimage.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747156670/portlandschoolsorg/nth0yhxoncusf4nmbokr/SpringforTeachers2025_Csocialmediaimage.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747156670/portlandschoolsorg/nth0yhxoncusf4nmbokr/SpringforTeachers2025_Csocialmediaimage.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747156670/portlandschoolsorg/nth0yhxoncusf4nmbokr/SpringforTeachers2025_Csocialmediaimage.png","width":2200}])
The Foundation for Portland Public Schools (FPPS) invites the community to Spring for Teachers, a celebration of Portland teachers. Spring for Teachers will take place on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 5 p.m. to7 p.m. at Bunker Brewing Co. The event will include the presentation of the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards.
![Curiosity, Courage, Canvases: The Impact of Art on Display at Portland City Hall]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746706144/portlandschoolsorg/v3kwmhi295jbjuvnromj/PXL_20250502_195147468.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746706144/portlandschoolsorg/v3kwmhi295jbjuvnromj/PXL_20250502_195147468.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746706144/portlandschoolsorg/v3kwmhi295jbjuvnromj/PXL_20250502_195147468.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746706144/portlandschoolsorg/v3kwmhi295jbjuvnromj/PXL_20250502_195147468.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746706144/portlandschoolsorg/v3kwmhi295jbjuvnromj/PXL_20250502_195147468.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746706144/portlandschoolsorg/v3kwmhi295jbjuvnromj/PXL_20250502_195147468.jpg","width":2200}])
A recent student art show at Portland, Maine's city hall celebrated the creative achievements of Portland Public Schools' students, vividly demonstrating how art education is essential for developing young people's curiosity, bravery, critical thinking, and self-expression.
![Deering High School Edges Out Windham in Epic Quiz Show Finish (300-295!)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746454502/portlandschoolsorg/aedgkqpoz2artmlukwou/HSQuizShowWin.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746454502/portlandschoolsorg/aedgkqpoz2artmlukwou/HSQuizShowWin.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746454502/portlandschoolsorg/aedgkqpoz2artmlukwou/HSQuizShowWin.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746454502/portlandschoolsorg/aedgkqpoz2artmlukwou/HSQuizShowWin.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746454502/portlandschoolsorg/aedgkqpoz2artmlukwou/HSQuizShowWin.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746454502/portlandschoolsorg/aedgkqpoz2artmlukwou/HSQuizShowWin.jpg","width":2200}])
In a thrilling, down-to-the-wire finish, the Deering High School trivia team clinched a narrow 300-295 victory over Windham High School on the Maine High School Quiz Show.
![Deering High School Celebrates Isabella Figdor's Distinguished Selection as a U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Semifinalist]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746892914/portlandschoolsorg/wumssijc9u6yakxkc6go/Image_20250507_113037_650.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746892914/portlandschoolsorg/wumssijc9u6yakxkc6go/Image_20250507_113037_650.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746892914/portlandschoolsorg/wumssijc9u6yakxkc6go/Image_20250507_113037_650.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746892914/portlandschoolsorg/wumssijc9u6yakxkc6go/Image_20250507_113037_650.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746892914/portlandschoolsorg/wumssijc9u6yakxkc6go/Image_20250507_113037_650.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746892914/portlandschoolsorg/wumssijc9u6yakxkc6go/Image_20250507_113037_650.jpg","width":2200}])
Deering High School proudly celebrates Isabella Figdor's distinguished selection as a semifinalist for the prestigious 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, a national honor recognizing her exceptional intellect, tenacity, and place among the nation's most promising young minds.
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