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On Oct. 25, Deering High School hosted three ambassadors to the U.S. from French-speaking countries: Laurent Bili, ambassador of France; Noel Nelson Messone, ambassador of the Gabonese Republic; and Martial Ndoubou, ambassador of the Central African Republic. This event celebrated the French language and heritage in Maine and provided a unique opportunity for students to engage with high-level diplomats. Read more and see photos in this article on Deering’s website and the following news reports:
- Portland Press Herald, Oct. 25, 2024: Francophone diplomats address Portland students about multilingual education
- WCSH-TV, News Center 6, Oct. 25, 2024: French ambassadors visit Maine to celebrate state's Franco-American history