We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new Bangor School Department educational podcast, Beyond the Bell!

This is a space where we’ll dive deep into the heart of our schools, explore innovative educational practices, and highlight the incredible stories that make our community unique.

Each episode will feature dynamic guests, including teachers, school staff, community members, and experts who will share their insights and experiences. From school psychologists to coaches and educational leaders, we’ll have voices that bring valuable perspectives on education today.

Like and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/41fCo8mhGJY1J7zSpTnxwB?si=o9BBZG09Spal1CKe-_dVlQ
2 days ago, Bangor School Department
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new Bangor School Department educational podcast, Beyond the Bell!  This is a space where we’ll dive deep into the heart of our schools, explore innovative educational practices, and highlight the incredible stories that make our community unique.  Each episode will feature dynamic guests, including teachers, school staff, community members, and experts who will share their insights and experiences. From school psychologists to coaches and educational leaders, we’ll have voices that bring valuable perspectives on education today.  Like and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. https://open.spotify.com/episode/41fCo8mhGJY1J7zSpTnxwB?si=o9BBZG09Spal1CKe-_dVlQ
The Bangor School Department will be testing their School Committee broadcasting equipment this morning starting at 9 AM. Please be aware that this may impact our social media channels temporarily.
10 days ago, Bangor School Department
The Bangor School Department will be testing their School Committee broadcasting equipment this morning starting at 9 AM. Please be aware that this may impact our social media channels temporarily.
We are thrilled to welcome the incoming class of 2029 to Bangor High School! As you embark on this exciting journey, remember that you are now part of a vibrant community filled with opportunities, friendships, and unforgettable memories.

Get ready to explore your passions, participate in amazing activities, and make lifelong connections. As Mrs. Ayer told you this morning, your Bangor High experience starts now, and we can't wait to see all the incredible things you'll accomplish!

#ClassOf2029 #WeAreBangor
10 days ago, Sam the Ram
Welcome BHS Class of 2029!
Welcome BHS Class of 2029!
Welcome BHS Class of 2029!
Welcome BHS Class of 2029!
The Bangor Regional Program would like to invite parents and students to an open house on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at BRP on the playground from 4:30 to 5:30 PM.
13 days ago, Bangor School Department
We are excited to welcome our students back to school soon!

Today, August 19, we're sending out welcome videos for our Pre-K through 3rd grade students.

Upcoming Video Releases:

Wednesday: Fairmount and Mary Snow Schools
Thursday: James F. Doughty and William S. Cohen Schools
Friday: Bangor High School
Stay tuned and get ready for an amazing school year ahead!

#BangorSchools #BackToSchool #WelcomeBack #WeAreBangor
19 days ago, Bangor School Department
#WeAreBangor Welcome Video Announcement
Bangor School Department Kindergarten Kickoff

Kindergarten students and their families are invited to a Kindergarten Kickoff event at their school - meet the staff, tour the school, and go home with some fun prizes!

Downeast School
Wednesday, Aug 20th from 4 to 5 pm

Abraham Lincoln & Fruit Street Schools
Monday, Aug 25th from 4 to 5 pm

Vine Street School
Tuesday, Aug 26th from 4:30 to 5:30 pm

Fourteenth Street School
Open House Thursday, Aug 28th from 4:30 to 5:30 pm



20 days ago, Bangor School Department
BSD Kindergarten Kick Off!  Downeast School Wednesday, Aug 20th from 4-5 pm  Abraham Lincoln & Fruit Street Schools Monday, Aug 25th from 4-5 pm  Vine Street School Tuesday, Aug 26th from 4:30-5:30 pm  Fourteenth Street School Open House Thursday, Aug 28th 4:30-5:30 pm
We invite you to view the August 2025 edition of the Bangor Bulletin.

https://secure.smore.com/n/e0n7x
20 days ago, Bangor School Department
The Bangor School Department will be moving to our new location at City Hall on August 15 and 18. During this transition, there may be disruptions in our availability.

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. Our offices will fully reopen on August 19.

Thank you!
24 days ago, Bangor School Department
The Bangor School Department will be moving to our new location at City Hall on August 15 and 18. During this transition, there may be disruptions in our availability.  We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time. Our offices will fully reopen on August 19.  Thank you!
My Summer Vacation Photo & Drawing Contest!
Open to all students of the Bangor School Department.
Show us how you spent your summer!
Enter your best photo or drawing for a chance to win and have your work featured at our new office location at city hall.

Categories: Photo & Drawing (Age Categories for each School)

How to Enter: Submit your entry and a brief description by
4 PM August 22 to: rphinney@bangorschools.net or mail your entry to:

Communications Director
Bangor School Department
73 Harlow St
Bangor, Maine 04401

We can’t wait to see your summer adventures!
about 1 month ago, Bangor School Department
My Summer Vacation Photo & Drawing Contest! Open to all students of the Bangor School Department Show us how you spent your summer!  Enter your best photo or drawing for a chance to win and have your work featured at our new office location at city hall.    Categories: Photo & Drawing   How to Enter: Submit your entry and a brief description by  4 PM August 22  email your entry to: rphinney@bangorschools.net   or Mail your entry to:  Communications Director Bangor School Department 73 Harlow St Bangor, Maine 04401   We can’t wait to see your summer adventures!
Bangor Food Services is hiring!
$18.10/hr starting wage
Positions available:
BHS 10-1:45 (2)
WSCS 6:15 -1:15
Fairmount 9:30- 1:00
Fruit St 10 - 1:30
Abe Lincoln 10 - 1
Apply using our new easy online application today!
https://www.bangorschools.net/forms/17380
about 2 months ago, Bangor School Department
Bangor Food Services is hiring! $18.10/hr starting wage Positions available: BHS 10-1:45 (2)  WSCS 6:15 -1:15  Fairmount 9:30- 1:00  Fruit St 10 - 1:30  Abe Lincoln 10 - 1  Apply using our new easy online application today! https://www.bangorschools.net/forms/17380
The Bangor School Department will be closed in observance of Independence Day, 4th of July, 2025
2 months ago, Bangor School Department
The Bangor School Department will be closed in observance of Independence Day, 4th of July, 2025
Congratulations to the members of the Bangor High School 2025 Outdoor Track and Field State Championship team! Athletes and coaches were recognized at the June 25 school committee meeting.
2 months ago, Bangor School Department
BHS 2025 Outdoor Track and Field State Champions
Bangor School Registration To register your student for fall, please scan the QR code below for a digital registration packet. If you need assistance or have questions about the process, please contact 207-992-5502
2 months ago, Bangor School Department
Bangor School Registration - To register your student for fall, please scan the QR code below for a digital registration packet.  If you need assistance or have questions about the process, please contact  207-992-5502
Public Notice: Opportunity for Comment on Title I, II, III, and IV Funding A reminder that the Bangor School Department invites public comment on the proposed use of Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV federal funds for the 2025–2026 school year. A public comment session will be held during the Bangor School Committee meeting tonight, June 25, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Bangor High School. If you are unable to attend in person, comments may be submitted to Assistant Superintendent Kathy Harris-Smedberg at kharrissmedberg@bangorschools.net. All interested parents, guardians, staff, and community members are encouraged to share feedback—either in person, by email, or by phone. Your input is valued and appreciated.
2 months ago, Bangor School Department
Public Notice: Opportunity for Comment on Title I, II, III, and IV Funding A reminder that the Bangor School Department invites public comment on the proposed use of Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV federal funds for the 2025–2026 school year. A public comment session will be held during the Bangor School Committee meeting tonight, June 25, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Bangor High School. If you are unable to attend in person, comments may be submitted to Assistant Superintendent Kathy Harris-Smedberg at kharrissmedberg@bangorschools.net. All interested parents, guardians, staff, and community members are encouraged to share feedback—either in person, by email, or by phone. Your input is valued and appreciated.
Two songs tell the story of 2025. A busy year full of new faces and exciting student accomplishments leading up to graduation and the retirement of some of our most beloved teachers and staff. Thank you to everyone in the Bangor community for an amazing year! https://youtu.be/_6_EPfzjFZA
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
Two songs tell the story of 2025. A busy year full of new faces and exciting student accomplishments leading up to graduation and the retirement of some of our most beloved teachers and staff. Thank you to everyone in the Bangor Community for an amazing year!
Congratulations to the Adult Education Class of 2025. A link to the video can be found on the BSD YouTube Channel at https://youtu.be/nfPGJCss-ho. Pictures of the graduates are also available through a link in the description of the video.
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
Congratulations to the Adult Education Class of 2025. A link to the video can be found on the BSD YouTube Channel at https://youtu.be/nfPGJCss-ho. Pictures of the graduates are also available through a link in the description of the video.
Public Notice: Opportunity for Comment on Title I, II, III, and IV Funding The Bangor School Department invites public comment on the proposed use of Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV federal funds for the 2025–2026 school year. A public comment session will be held during the Bangor School Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Bangor High School. If you are unable to attend in person, comments may be submitted to Assistant Superintendent Kathy Harris-Smedberg at kharrissmedberg@bangorschools.net. All interested parents, guardians, staff, and community members are encouraged to share feedback—either in person, by email, or by phone. Your input is valued and appreciated.
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
Public Notice: Opportunity for Comment on Title I, II, III, and IV Funding  The Bangor School Department invites public comment on the proposed use of Title I, Title II, Title III, and Title IV federal funds for the 2025–2026 school year.  A public comment session will be held during the Bangor School Committee meeting on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. at Bangor High School.  If you are unable to attend in person, comments may be submitted to Assistant Superintendent Kathy Harris-Smedberg at kharrissmedberg@bangorschools.net.  All interested parents, guardians, staff, and community members are encouraged to share feedback—either in person, by email, or by phone. Your input is valued and appreciated.
Notification of Bangor School Department Central Office Summer Hours. Effective June 20, 2025, through August 15, 2025, the central office will close at 1:00 PM on Fridays.
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
Bangor School Department Central Office Summer Hours
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success! A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication. We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year. Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
What an incredible night! Our middle school band, orchestra, and chorus concert was a tremendous success!   A huge thank you to our talented students for their hard work and dedication.  We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the amazing teachers who guided and inspired our musicians throughout the year.   Lastly, a big shoutout to all the families for their unwavering encouragement and attendance. Your support means the world to our students!
Dear Bangor Community, We sincerely apologize for the duplicate posts you've been seeing on our social media channels. We have identified a bug in our communication system and are currently working with Thrillshare to resolve the issue promptly. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work to fix this. We appreciate your continued support.
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
Dear Bangor Community,  We sincerely apologize for the duplicate posts you've been seeing on our social media channels. We have identified a bug in our communication system and are currently working with Thrillshare to resolve the issue promptly.  Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work to fix this. We appreciate your continued support.