Please enjoy the next edition of the Vine Shine Report!

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about 8 hours ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #8
Reminder to Bangor Families: Don't forget about our upcoming half-day staff development day on October 15. Bangor High will dismiss students at 11 am, the middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 am, all other schools will dismiss at 12 pm. For more info on the school calendar, visit: https://5il.co/253bd.
3 days ago, Bangor School Department
Reminder to Bangor Families: Don't forget about our upcoming half-day staff development day on October 15. Bangor High will dismiss students at 11 am, the middle schools will dismiss at 11:30 am, all other schools will dismiss at 12 pm. For more info on the school calendar, visit: https://5il.co/253bd.
Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, is an Early Release Day. Vine Street students will be dismissed at 12:00 pm. They will have lunch before they are dismissed.
3 days ago, Debbie Swett
Early Release Reminder
PTO Portland Pie Fundraiser is today, Tuesday, October 14th. Just show them this flyer when you pay for any dine-in or delivery order! You are helping to support Vine Street School AND you don't have to cook!
4 days ago, Debbie Swett
Portland Pie fundraiser
Happy Sunday and I hope you all enjoy an extra day off this weekend! Please remember there is no school tomorrow in celebration of Indigenous People Day and Wednesday is an early release day!
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6 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #7

On a sunny and cool October morning, seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students. This heartwarming initiative, organized by Mrs. Robinson, Vine Street Pre-K, and Mrs. Robichaud, JFDS’s Phys. Ed. teacher, aims to promote physical fitness and belonging in our school community.

7 days ago, Bangor School Department
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
seventh and eighth graders from the James F. Doughty School gathered on the middle school's soccer field to volunteer as coaches for the Vine Street Pre-K students
Join us tonight from 5:30-6:30 pm for the PTO Fall Festival and PEAK Story Walk! There will be music, games, a cake walk with prizes, and a fun Story Walk to do with your family. PTO will also have their costume closet available for any student who may need a costume for Halloween. (Costumes are to bring home only. Please remember that costumes cannot be worn during the Fall Festival.)
9 days ago, Debbie Swett
PTO Fall Festival
Bangor High School Supports Dexter Regional High School! Hello, Bangor community! Dexter Regional High School has been selected by T-moblie as one of the top 25 finalists from over 2,000 schools across the country—and they’re the only school representing Maine! This is a fantastic opportunity for our county and our state, as Dexter has a chance to win a $1 million grand prize that would benefit not only the school but also their entire community and beyond.

As fellow Mainers, it's important to come together and support one another. A win for Dexter means new turf, lights, and updated facilities, creating a safer environment for their athletes and a central gathering place for their community to cheer on their students. Imagine what our city would be like without Cameron Stadium and all of the opportunities that it has given our students.

Dexter is currently in third place, and they need our votes to rise to the top! You can vote every day until October 24th. Let’s rally around Dexter Regional High School and show our support. Every vote makes a difference!

Vote here: [www.VoteDexter.com]

Good luck, Dexter! Let’s bring this home for Maine! #VoteDexter #MaineStrong #WeAreBangor
9 days ago, Bangor School Department
Bangor High School Supports Dexter Regional High School! Hello, Bangor community! Dexter Regional High School has been selected by T-moblie as one of the top 25 finalists from over 2,000 schools across the country—and they’re the only school representing Maine! This is a fantastic opportunity for our county and our state, as Dexter has a chance to win a $1 million grand prize that would benefit not only the school but also their entire community and beyond.  As fellow Mainers, it's important to come together and support one another. A win for Dexter means new turf, lights, and updated facilities, creating a safer environment for their athletes and a central gathering place for their community to cheer on their students. Imagine what our city would be like without Cameron Stadium and all of the opportunities that it has given our students.  Dexter is currently in third place, and they need our votes to rise to the top! You can vote every day until October 24th. Let’s rally around Dexter Regional High School and show our support. Every vote makes a difference!  Vote here: [www.VoteDexter.com]  Good luck, Dexter! Let’s bring this home for Maine!  #VoteDexter #MaineStrong #WeAreBangor
There will be no walking school bus today, 10/8/25, due to weather.
10 days ago, Debbie Swett
Another beautiful weekend and another weekly newsletter! Enjoy!

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13 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #6

Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard. The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple. They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop. Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip. The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!

#WeAreBangor

15 days ago, Bangor School Department
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!
Recently Vine Street Pre-K Students took a field trip to Country Pumpkins and Kindergarten students spent a beautiful fall morning at Conant's Apple Orchard.  The class took a tractor ride out to the apple orchard and learned all about the life cycle of an apple and the correct way to pick an apple.  They also learned about the importance of bees and pollination to the apple crop.  Back in our classrooms, we did lots of activities connected to our field trip.  The students created apple volcanoes, apple crafts, apple graphs, and even apple nachos!

NEW Podcast Episode!! Today, we have a special treat for you as we sit down with Dr. Jordan Fearon, the Bangor School Department Psychologist, and Ray Phinney, our Director of Community Outreach.


In this episode, we’ll delve into the vital role of mental health in our schools and how community outreach initiatives can foster a supportive environment for our students. Dr. Fearon will share insights on the psychological challenges students face today, while Director Phinney will discuss the importance of community involvement in creating solutions.

Listen and subscribe by clicking on the link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vVm7M3wsB67aGjSF0v2oD?si=bPd0KUIrS6Osrtuxt2OreQ

Available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts

16 days ago, Bangor School Department
Today, we have a special treat for you as we sit down with Dr. Jordan Fearon, the Bangor School Department Psychologist, and Ray Phinney, our Director of Community Outreach. In this episode, we’ll delve into the vital role of mental health in our schools and how community outreach initiatives can foster a supportive environment for our students. Dr. Fearon will share insights on the psychological challenges students face today, while Director Phinney will discuss the importance of community involvement in creating solutions.
Happy Last Sunday of September! It is a beautiful fall weekend and I hope you are enjoying every moment of it! Please enjoy the next issue of the Vine Shine Report.

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20 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #5
Attention Parents!

Unlock the latest insights and tools to keep your kids safe online with SmartSocial.com! Signing up for SmartSocial.com is more than just videos and recordings. Each month you will receive a newsletter with new emerging topics.

This Month's Newsletter Includes:

Decoding Teen Slang: What do “67” and “Getting Sendy” really mean? Find out!

AI Therapy Warning: Discover why tools like Character.AI and ChatGPT may not be the best choice for your child.

Win Big! Join our next event to uncover TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube’s hidden hooks for a chance to win a Kindle, 3D printer, or Bluetooth speaker!

Snapchat Safety 101: Learn about new safety controls every parent should know!

Online Bullying Awareness: Don’t miss our October live event on spotting, preventing, and responding to online bullying.

Stay informed and protect your child’s digital world! Sign up now at https://www.smartsocial.com/events?org=bangor

#WeAreBangor #SmartSocial #OnlineSafety #ParentingTips #TeenSlang #AIAwareness #WinPrizes #SnapchatSafety #BullyingPrevention
25 days ago, Bangor School Department
Attention Parents!   Unlock the latest insights and tools to keep your kids safe online with SmartSocial.com! Signing up for SmartSocial.com is more than just videos and recordings. Each month you will receive a newsletter with new emerging topics.  This Month's Newsletter Includes:   Decoding Teen Slang: What do “67” and “Getting Sendy” really mean? Find out!  AI Therapy Warning: Discover why tools like Character.AI and ChatGPT may not be the best choice for your child.  Win Big! Join our next event to uncover TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube’s hidden hooks for a chance to win a Kindle, 3D printer, or Bluetooth speaker!  Snapchat Safety 101: Learn about new safety controls every parent should know!  Online Bullying Awareness: Don’t miss our October live event on spotting, preventing, and responding to online bullying.  Stay informed and protect your child’s digital world! Sign up now at https://www.smartsocial.com/events?org=bangor   #WeAreBangor #SmartSocial #OnlineSafety #ParentingTips #TeenSlang #AIAwareness #WinPrizes #SnapchatSafety #BullyingPrevention

I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful, very fall feeling, weekend! Here is the weekly Vine Shine Report. Enjoy!!

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28 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #4
With the ever-evolving social media landscape—new apps popping up daily and fresh security risks emerging—it can be challenging to stay informed. But worry no more! The Bangor School Department is excited to partner with SmartSocial.com, your go-to resource for navigating the digital world. SmartSocial.com offers invaluable tools designed to help you keep your children safe online while promoting positive online activities.

Join us in empowering our students with knowledge and security. Explore SmartSocial.com today for expert advice and tips on fostering safe, enjoyable online experiences for students of all ages! sign up at: https://www.smartsocial.com/events?org=bangor
30 days ago, Bangor School Department
Join us in empowering our students with knowledge and security. Explore SmartSocial.com today for expert advice and tips on fostering safe, enjoyable online experiences for students of all ages! sign up at: https://www.smartsocial.com/events?org=bangor
This is a reminder that Vine Street School's picture day is tomorrow, September 16th!
about 1 month ago, Debbie Swett
Happy Sunday! I hope you are all enjoying this beautiful weekend. Here is the weekly Vine Shine Report from Principal Swett. Have a great day!

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about 1 month ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #3
Instagram’s Map Can Put Your Child at Risk

Instagram just launched a new Map feature that lets teens share their real-time location with friends and followers. While it’s off by default, a few taps can reveal sensitive places like their school or home. Learn how this feature works, why it matters for your child’s privacy, and what steps parents can take to keep teens safe online.

Watch the parent video: Instagram’s Map Feature by signing up at SmartSocial.com

about 1 month ago, Bangor School Department
Instagram’s Map Can Put Your Child at Risk  Instagram just launched a new Map feature that lets teens share their real-time location with friends and followers. While it’s off by default, a few taps can reveal sensitive places like their school or home. Learn how this feature works, why it matters for your child’s privacy, and what steps parents can take to keep teens safe online.  Watch the parent video: Instagram’s Map Feature by signing up at SmartSocial.com
Vine Street's first PTO Meeting of the year will be tonight at 6:00 pm. If you would like to be trained as a Volunteer this year, please come at 5:30 pm. Vine Street's Title I compact meeting will be at 5:45 pm. Please join us!!
about 1 month ago, Debbie Swett