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
about 2 months 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



about 2 months 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
about 2 months 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!
2 months 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!
2 months 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
3 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
3 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.
4 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
4 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.
4 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
4 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 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!
4 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.
4 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.
Due to scheduling conflicts, "LGBTQ+ Students: Overcoming Adversity and Increasing Belonging," an event scheduled for today, Thursday May 29th at BHS has been postponed until the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year. We look forward to offering this event for students, parents/guardians, staff, and the greater Bangor community. In the meantime, we are happy to provide resources for LGBTQ+ students and adults who care for them: https://www.outmaine.org/resources/ https://www.mainetrans.net/ https://www.equalitymaine.org/resources/
5 months ago, Bangor School Department
Due to scheduling conflicts, "LGBTQ+ Students: Overcoming Adversity and Increasing Belonging," an event scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday May 29th at BHS has been postponed until the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year. We look forward to offering this event for students, parents/guardians, staff, and the greater Bangor community. In the meantime, we are happy to provide resources for LGBTQ+ students and adults who care for them: https://www.outmaine.org/resources/ https://www.mainetrans.net/ https://www.equalitymaine.org/resources/
SPORTS Physical August 5, 2025 August 11, 2025 8am-6pm Hosted at the Bangor High School clinic. Get Your Sports Physical Right at School. An appointment fee of $20.00 is due at the time of visit (cash or check accepted). Call 207-404-8247 to schedule an appointment. More info about Bangor’s School-Based Health Centers and PCHC available online at www.PCHC.com
5 months ago, Bangor School Department
SPORTS Physical August 5, 2025 August 11, 2025 8am-6pm Hosted at the Bangor High School clinic. Get Your Sports Physical Right at School. An appointment fee of $20.00 is due at the time of visit (cash or check accepted). Call 207-404-8247 to schedule an appointment. More info about Bangor’s School-Based Health Centers and PCHC available online at www.PCHC.com
An Evening with the Maine Human Rights Commission Tuesday May 27, 2025 Virtual: To attend, go to: https://networkmaine.zoom.us/j/86425758179 6-7PM What are civil rights? What is the Maine Human Rights Act? How does the term “protected classes” apply to education? How can students, parents, caregivers, and educators navigate these complicated topics in schools and beyond? Please join the Bangor School Department for foundational learning, questions and conversation with: Kit Thomson Crossman Executive Director, Maine Human Rights Commission
5 months ago, Bangor School Department
An Evening with the Maine Human Rights Commission
The last day of school for Bangor students will be FrIday, June 13, 2025
5 months ago, Bangor School Department
The last day of school for students will be FrIday, June 13, 2025