News & Events

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Reflecting student input and community diversity, the Portland Board of Public Education added Yom Kippur and Eid al-Fitr as official district holidays to the 2025-2026 school calendar and updated the lunch offerings for Halal meals.