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Jake Giessman | |
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| Born | February 7, 1982 |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | The Johns Hopkins University Harvard University University of Montana University of Missouri-Columbia Deep Springs College |
| Occupation(s) | Educator, School Principal, Author |
| Notable work | Principal at Deering high |
| Spouse | Ariela kuh |
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Jake Giessman (born February 7, 2025) is an American educator and school administrator. He is currently the principal of Deering High School in Portland, Maine. Over the course of his career, he has held a range of leadership roles centered on student achievement, gifted education, and inclusive learning environments.
Early Life and Education
[edit]Giessman began his career in education as a classroom teacher in Connecticut. He later assumed leadership roles in several states, including Massachusetts and Missouri. He served as Head of School at Academy Hill School[1] in Springfield, Massachusetts, and as Director of the Center for Gifted Education in Columbia, Missouri, where he developed programming for advanced and high-performing students.
Career
[edit]Early Administrative Roles
[edit]Prior to joining Portland Public Schools, Giessman worked in educational administration in Connecticut[2] and Missouri. His work emphasized curriculum development, leadership training, and academic enrichment.
Leadership in Portland Schools
[edit]Giessman joined Portland Public Schools[3] during the COVID-19 pandemic. He led the district’s Remote Academy, a fully online K–8 program[4] established to accommodate remote learning.He also served as interim administrator at Lyman Moore Middle School, providing leadership during a period of transition.
In 2021, Giessman was appointed Assistant Principal[5] at Deering High School.[6] He became Interim Co-Principal [7]in January 2024 and was promoted to Principal[8] later that year. His leadership[9] at Deering has focused on educational equity, student engagement, and support for extracurricular and cultural programming.
Community Engagement
[edit]Giessman has been involved in a variety of school and community initiatives.[10][11] In October 2024, he delivered remarks during an international diplomacy event hosted at Deering High School featuring the French Ambassador and other foreign diplomats. The visit was part of a program aimed at fostering global awareness among students.[12]
In April 2025, Giessman participated in the selection of a senior student[13] to receive the Maine Principals’ Association Principal’s Award[14], which recognizes leadership and school involvement.
[15]He has overseen key school events[16], including Deering’s 150th commencement ceremony and the Russell Award [17]presentation for teaching excellence.[18] Giessman also served on the Portland Public Schools Strategic Plan Steering Committee in 2023, contributing to district-wide long-term planning.
In addition to his administrative duties, Giessman regularly communicates with students and families[19] via school newsletters[20], providing updates on student organizations[21], safety protocols[22][23], and wellness programs.
Support for Student Media
[edit]In 2025, Giessman supported the creation of Culture Day at Deering High School, a student-directed short documentary by Deering student Augusto Daniel. He approved the project and allowed filming on campus, providing institutional support for the film, which documented student diversity and community culture.
Awards and Honors
[edit]| Year | Award | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Maine Principal Association Principal Award[24] | Awarded for leadership and support of student achievement |
| 2024 | Russell Award Presentation[25] | Participated in the recognition of teaching excellence |
| 2024 | Educational Diplomatic Collaboration | Hosted French Ambassador in a school event promoting global education |
- ^ Staff, BusinessWest (May 14, 2007). "Jake Giessman". BusinessWest. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
{{cite web}}:|first=has generic name (help) - ^ "Administration - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. June 6, 2023. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Administration - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Students Speak Up - Deering High School". speakup.portlandschools.org. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. June 6, 2023. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Students Speak Up - Deering High School". speakup.portlandschools.org. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Portland Public Schools". www.portlandschools.org. October 6, 2023. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Portland Public Schools". www.portlandschools.org. October 6, 2023. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ Yu, Alice. ""What if…?" Conference poses hard questions, opens minds". Bearing News. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Portland student 'mistakenly apprehended' by police during lunch hour". newscentermaine.com. May 13, 2025. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Reports - Portland Public Schools". www.portlandschools.org. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. April 7, 2025. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. April 7, 2025. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ GIESSMAN, JAKE. "Success starts with being your best self". Columbia Daily Tribune. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ Nov, Jeanine Bischoff | 20sc (05 12 2024). "Class of 1959 Supports Deering Students with Generous Donation". Portland Public Schools Alumni & Friends. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help)CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. January 13, 2025. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Google Search". www.google.com. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Family of Deering High teen 'mistakenly' detained by police say he was racially profiled". Press Herald. May 13, 2025. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. November 4, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "Freshman year at Deering High off to a fun start for new students". Press Herald. September 3, 2024. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ "School districts grapple with vaping in high schools". Press Herald. September 12, 2023. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
- ^ WMTW, tr (May 14, 2025). "High school student in Portland mistakenly detained by police, officials say". https://www.wabi.tv. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
{{cite web}}: External link in|website= - ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. April 1, 2025. Retrieved June 16, 2025.
- ^ "News - Deering High School". dhs.portlandschools.org. June 5, 2024. Retrieved June 16, 2025.