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Dear Bangor School Department Families: As we approach November, we want to ensure that all families in our community are aware of the food assistance resources available to th...

This fall, pre-K students across the city will be treated to an exciting educational experience as the Fields Pond Audubon Center visits to teach hands-on science lessons. Focusin...

Students from across the district participated in the annual bus evacuation drills this week, a crucial initiative designed to prepare them for emergencies. With guidance from dri...

We are excited to invite families to sign their students up for the Best Buddies program! This wonderful initiative offers students with intellectual and developmental disabilit...

Burlington Stores, the national discount retailer offering low prices every day on brand name merchandise for the entire family and home, has donated $5,000 through its partnersh...

The Cohen and Doughty Jazz Band recently took center stage at the Jazz Education Symposium held at the University of Maine. The conference, aimed at music educators, provided a u...

This past weekend many people in Bangor attended the Out of Darkness Walk at the Bangor Waterfront. For one participant it showed a heartwarming display of support and unity from...

Last week, the Maine Association of Computer Technology Educators (ACTEM) proudly announced that Sarah Cousins, music teacher at James F. Doughty School, had been named the winne...

September 11, 2025 Dear Parents and Guardians: This fall students in grades 3-8, as well as second-year high school students, will be assessed in mathematics and reading require...

This year, Downeast School stands out as one of three elementary schools participating in a groundbreaking state-run pilot program aimed at transforming how special education is ...

As the new school year unfolds, the Bangor School Department is prioritizing the safety and preparedness of its students through a comprehensive schedule of emergency drills. In ...

SmartSocial Parent Event September 9, 16, 23, 24 & 28 + Spanish-only event September 24! Do you worry about how much time your child spends on video apps? They’re designed to k...

The Bangor School Department is proud to announce that Renee Perron, Social Worker at the Mary Snow and William S. Cohen Schools, has been awarded the 2025 Maine Administrators of...

Dear Bangor Families, We are thrilled to share that the Bangor School Department is partnering with SmartSocial for the 2025–2026 school year. This collaboration provides your ...

Dear Bangor Families, As we start the academic year, we would like to take a moment to share further information about our upcoming half-day staff development days included in...

In the Bangor School Department, we believe that every student deserves a place where they feel valued, connected, and empowered. In this inspiring video series, we’ll explore the...

As we embark on another school year, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all staff members of the Bangor School Department for their dedication and hard work. Your ...

The Bangor School Department would like to welcome Erin Ireland as the new principal of the Abraham Lincoln School and Stephen Riitano as the assistant principal of the William S....

This past month, Fruit Street Elementary School and Bangor High School embarked on an exciting journey known as the Monster Project. Inspired by a video shared by Nancy Watson, t...