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In Memoriam of Dr. Betsy Webb

In Uncategorized on November 26, 2022

November 25, 2022 It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Dr. Betsy Webb. Dr. Webb was a devoted leader and champion of educational excellence in Bangor and the State of Maine. “It is a blessing to be surrounded by so many caring and dedicated educators in the Bangor School Read More

Educational Research and Surveys Policy

In General News on September 28, 2022

The Bangor School Department may cooperate with appropriate agencies, post-secondary institutions,individuals in undertaking potentially useful research or the distribution of research materials to students,families, or faculty in the Bangor schools. Policy LEC of the Bangor School Department Read More

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Collaborative with University of Maine Begins Today

In General News on September 12, 2022

September 12, 2022 The Bangor School Department is happy to announce the official start of a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging partnership with the University of Maine. This collaboration builds off of the recommendations from our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Read More

Bangor Teacher Honored As A Top 100 Educator

In Teachers, Awards on August 17, 2022

Mrs. Kristy Dube The Bangor School Department would like to congratulate Mrs. Kristy Dube (Math Coach/Interventionist at Downeast School) on being selected by Norwegian Cruiseline as a Giving Joy Top 100 Educator. Norwegian Cruise Line launched its Giving Joy contest on May 2, 2022, during Read More

BSD Phone System Upgrades and New Numbers

In General News on July 1, 2022

July 1, 2022 The Bangor School Department has recently upgraded their phone systems. Numbers to reach some offices has changed. Please use the following numbers: Superintendent's Office: 207-262-9102 Business Office: 207-262-9105 Pupil Services: 207-262-9121 Assistant Superintendent's Office: Read More

COVID-19 Booster Clinic Scheduled for 6/8/22

In Archives, COVID-19 Updates on June 6, 2022

The BSD will be offering a booster clinic with Bangor Public Health and Community Services at Bangor High School on June 8, 2022, 3:00 - 4:30 pm in the cafeteria. Please bring: COVID-19 vaccine card or proof of last vaccine to determine eligibilityInsurance informationFace coverings are Read More

At-home Tests Available at All Bangor Schools

In Archives, COVID-19 Updates on May 19, 2022

Parents and guardians who were not able to attend the at-home COVID-19 test distribution event at JFDS and WSCS on Wednesday evening can pick up test kits from the main office of their students' schools. Families who are in need of more tests, can order them at www.covidtests.gov and Read More

Bangor School Department to Distribute COVID-19 Antigen Tests to Families City Wide

In Archives, COVID-19 Updates on May 16, 2022

May 16, 2022 Due to the prominence of the BA.2 variant in Maine, the Maine Department of Education has ended the pooled testing program because it proved to be less effective in detecting and identifying positive individuals before they could spread the virus to others. The Maine DOE is instead Read More

Masking Update

In Archives, COVID-19 Updates on May 13, 2022

May 13, 2022 Good afternoon this is James Tager Superintendent, Bangor School Department. The CDC has continued the Red (high risk) designation for Penobscot County. The Bangor School Department will continue the universal masking policy and provide its next update on May 20, 2022. I Read More

Bangor School Department Masking Update

In Archives, COVID-19 Updates on May 6, 2022

May 6, 2022 Due to the recent change in the CDC designation of Penobscot County to RED (high risk level), the Bangor School Department (BSD) will return to a universal masking policy on Monday, May 9, 2022. The BSD will also remain aligned with the City of Bangor COVID-19 protocols for indoor Read More