Deering High School

Deering High School Public high school in Portland, Maine. Championing student voice. Providing excellent education with

On Monday, August 24th, the Deering High School staff gathered in the cafeteria to launch the new school year on a stron...
08/25/2026

On Monday, August 24th, the Deering High School staff gathered in the cafeteria to launch the new school year on a strong, positive note, centered on community, professionalism, and fresh beginnings. As part of a full day of professional development, Principal Ayala welcomed staff and shared a vision focused on clarity, consistency, and connection.
During the gathering, Assistant Principal Frederick presented the traditional Deering Star to 9th grade team lead Meghan Donnelly, recognizing her leadership of the 9th grade team and her ongoing support for students over the past several years.
We are so happy to expand our team and welcome all of our new staff members to the Ramily! Please join us in greeting Principal Aris Ayala Cruz, Assistant Principal Ilunga Mutombo, 10th/12th Grade Counselor (A-K) Baret Pinyoun, 9th/11th Grade Counselor (A-K) Catherine Siegel, Resource and Breathe Special Ed. Coordinator Ellen Flores, Science Teacher Ethan Holt, Math Teacher Ben Lucki, Music Teacher Caleb Thurston, FLS Teacher Chris Diorio (transitioning from long-term sub), Ed Tech (FA) Chris Hayday, Ed Tech (Breathe) Noah Kerrigan, Ed Tech (FA) Ibombi Luvunga, and JMG Teacher Kiley Briand. We are glad to have each of them with us this year.
For the remainder of the week, staff will be focused on final preparations for the school year, including hosting the 9th Grade Welcome Night on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., meeting with newly enrolled students, and finalizing classroom setups.
We look forward to welcoming all of our students back on August 31st!

08/20/2026

As we count down to August 31st, our administration team led by Principal Ayala, Carlie Frederick, and our newest administrator Ilunga Mutombo is so excited to welcome you back for an incredible school year filled with great events! Please check your inbox for our August updates letter sent out on August 19th. Highlights include details on our new daily bell schedule featuring the R.A.M. Block, our 9th Grade Welcome Night on August 26th, and reminders about our ongoing cell phone and technology policies using Yondr Pouches. If you didn't receive the email, please connect with Liz Davenport at [email protected] to make sure we have your correct contact information on file, and you can read the full letter right now by following the link in our bio!

08/15/2026

Class of 2030, join us at Deering on Wednesday, August 26th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for Freshmen Welcome Night! Bring your family along to tour the campus, meet your teachers, and pick up your class schedule if you haven't already. It's a great opportunity to get a feel for the school, ask any questions you have, and make sure you're completely ready for day one. We hope to see you there!

08/15/2026

🚨 HEADS UP, RAMS! 🚨

School doesn’t start until August 31st, but we’re dropping the official 2026–2027 Bell Schedule early so you can get ahead of the game!

Log into Infinite Campus right now to check your schedule. We’ve added a brand-new RAM Block this year, and Wednesdays have a completely different time schedule for early release. Check the times below so you aren't caught off guard!

Mon, Tue, Thu, & Fri Schedule
Free Breakfast: Starts at 7:30 AM (Come early, eat free!)
Block 1: 8:20 AM – 9:30 AM
Block 2: 9:35 AM – 10:50 AM
RAM Block (NEW!): 10:55 AM – 11:45 AM
Lunch: 11:45 AM – 12:25 PM
Block 3: 12:25 PM – 1:35 PM
Block 4: 1:40 PM – 2:50 PM

Wednesday Early Release Schedule (Shorter blocks and earlier lunch!)
Block 1: 8:20 AM – 9:20 AM
Block 2: 9:25 AM – 10:25 AM
RAM Block: 10:30 AM – 11:05 AM
Lunch: 11:05 AM – 11:40 AM
Block 3: 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Block 4: 12:50 PM – 1:50 PM (Dismissal)

Screenshot this, check Infinite Campus today, and enjoy the rest of your summer. See you August 31st!

08/07/2026

Yo Deering! Friendly reminder that school kicks off on August 31st at 8:20 AM. Get ready for a big year, and lock in so you do not miss any critical drops.

Some of you can already check your schedule on Infinite Campus from your laptops right now. If you cannot see yours yet, do not stress because we will send out instructions soon on how to pull it up. Stay tuned for tons of key updates coming your way, including the new bell schedule, staff updates, 9th Grade Welcome Night, Open House, and our Co-Curricular Club Fair.

Keep an eye on the school calendar so you are always in the loop: https://dhs.portlandschools.org/calendars/calendar?cal_date=2026-09-01

Deering High School Campus Closure: June 29 – July 3Please note that the Deering High School campus will be completely c...
06/28/2026

Deering High School Campus Closure: June 29 – July 3

Please note that the Deering High School campus will be completely closed the week of June 29th, and no staff will be on-site. We will reopen on Monday, July 6th.

To ensure the person you need to see is available when we return, please call ahead to schedule an appointment before visiting.

Following the festivities and farewells, the afternoon concluded with a cherished campus tradition. The entire staff gat...
06/26/2026

Following the festivities and farewells, the afternoon concluded with a cherished campus tradition. The entire staff gathered to capture the spirit of the day with their annual group photo. They posed together in front of the "We Are All One School" mural, the vibrant artwork created by renowned muralist Ryan Adams that serves as a beautiful backdrop for the Deering community.

Deering High School staff gathered in the café as the school year drew to a close, coming together for a family-style po...
06/26/2026

Deering High School staff gathered in the café as the school year drew to a close, coming together for a family-style potluck filled with an abundance of wonderful homemade dishes. This afternoon of celebration and reflection provided the perfect opportunity to honor and say goodbye to several staff members who are retiring or moving on to new opportunities. The community shared fond farewells with a beloved member of the café crew, as well as Mr. Andrew Miller and Ms. Nirmala Young from the science department, and extended best wishes to Ms. Mel Moran for her next adventure. The school counseling team bid a special farewell to Mr. Shawn Kennedy, while the specialized services department celebrated the retirement of Ms. Janice Tevanian, recognizing how much she has helped countless students. Heartfelt goodbyes were also shared with Ms. Mary Wallace, celebrating her impactful years as an educator in the ESOL department.

As we head into summer, we are celebrating a historic season at Deering, from our Science Olympiad team taking home a Na...
06/24/2026

As we head into summer, we are celebrating a historic season at Deering, from our Science Olympiad team taking home a National Spirit Award to honoring the incredible Class of 2026 at our 152nd Commencement Ceremony. Looking ahead, this summer brings important updates regarding student work permits, seasonal healthcare access, and a warm welcome to our incoming principal, Aris Ayala Cruz. We are also preparing for the 2026-27 school year with a new bell schedule that shifts our Learning Center block before lunch. Head over to the link in our bio to read the full letter, catch up on all our student achievements, and view the graduation ceremony video!

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370 Stevens Avenue
Portland, ME
04103

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Monday 7:45am - 3pm
Tuesday 7:45am - 3pm
Wednesday 7:45am - 2pm
Thursday 7:45am - 3pm
Friday 7:45am - 3pm
Saturday 7:45am - 3pm
Sunday 7:45am - 3pm

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