Ellen Isabelle Jewett, center, Portland High School Class of 2012 valedictorian, stands at the head of the line as seniors wait to enter Merrill Auditorium for commencement on June 6.The Portland High School Class of 2012 on stage at Merrill Auditorium.An army of parents equipped with cameras captures the Portland High School Class of 2012 entering Merrill Auditorium on June 6. Deering High Class Marshals Caley Presby, facing the camera, and Ariana Solodar-Wincele lead the Class of 2012 into the Cumberland County Civic Center on June 7.Deering High School senior Kosal Sao makes last-minute adjustments before commencement exercises begin.Deering senior Dejan Varagic gets help with his traditional bow tie.Casco Bay High School seniors strike a pose while waiting to begin their procession into commencemnt ceremonies at Merrill Auditorium on June 7.Casco Bay High School Principal Derek Pierce entertains the Class of 2012 with a balloon as a prop during his remarks at commencement.Accompanied by classmates, Casco Bay High School senior Sean Randall, center, performs an original song, “Dream State,” during commencement at Merrill Auditorium.