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

3 days 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
School committee meetings are back at City Hall!
The first meeting of the year is tonight at 7 PM in the Council Chambers.
5 days ago, Bangor School Department
School committee meetings are back at City Hall! Join us for the first meeting of the year tonight at 7 PM in the Council Chambers.

Parents, ever puzzled by the abbreviations your kids use while texting? Discover the meanings behind those mysterious acronyms and emojis on SmartSocial.com!

Sign up for your FREE account today and unlock access to hundreds of resources designed for families with children of all ages. Empower yourself with the knowledge to stay connected! #SmartSocial #ParentingTips #StayInformed #WeAreBangor

6 days ago, Bangor School Department
Parents, ever puzzled by the abbreviations your kids use while texting? 🤔 Discover the meanings behind those mysterious acronyms on Smartsocial.com! Sign up for your FREE account today and unlock access to hundreds of resources designed for families with children of all ages. Empower yourself with the knowledge to stay connected!
Parents, ever puzzled by the abbreviations your kids use while texting? 🤔 Discover the meanings behind those mysterious acronyms on Smartsocial.com! Sign up for your FREE account today and unlock access to hundreds of resources designed for families with children of all ages. Empower yourself with the knowledge to stay connected!
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
10 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

August 15, 2025

Dear Cohen Parents and Guardians,

The William S. Cohen School faculty and staff are excited to welcome everyone to the 2025-26 school year! As many of you know, this summer has been a busy one at Cohen due to the major indoor air quality renovation that has taken place all summer.

While the project is nearing completion and we will be ready for the opening of school on September 2, construction has limited the ability for us to prepare the inside of the building for the dates that we tentatively scheduled for the Grade 6 Orientation and Open House.

As a result, we made the following adjustment to the format and dates of these two important opening of school activities. Please take note of the following:

Grade 6 Orientation: The 6th Grade Orientation will still take place on Wednesday, August 27, but the format will change to a Meet & Greet with teachers. The Meet & Greet will take place on the front lawn of the Cohen School from 6:00-7:00pm. Please look for a letter next week from your homeroom teacher along with our opening of school informational letter.

Grade 7-8 Open House: The Open House will take place on Tuesday, September 2 from 6:00-7:00pm. 6th grade students and parents are also welcome to attend to tour the building and meet other teachers that are on your child’s schedule. Please look for our opening letter next week, which will include homeroom assignments and opening of school information.

The first day of school is a special occasion for us all and we look forward to greeting our students and their families at our opening of school events.

Sincerely,
Michael H. Missbrenner
Principal

Stephen M. Riitano
Assistant Principal

about 1 month ago, Michael Missbrenner

All middle school students who are planning on participating in fall sports must complete our impact baseline assessment. Instructions for completing the baseline assessment are attached here, and the assessment can be completed on a smartphone device. The code required for Cohen students is SE8D7. Athletes are required to complete this assessment prior to participating in tryouts or practice.

about 1 month ago, Stephen Urli
Sway Testing Flyer - Cohen
Bangor Middle School Football 2025 – Team Communication Attention all Bangor Middle School Football players and parents: To help streamline communication this season, we will be using "Team Reach", a free app that allows coaches and families to stay connected with important updates, schedules, and reminders. Please join our official Team Reach group as soon as possible to stay updated on all things Bangor Middle School Football! Group Name: Bangor MS Football 2025 Group Code: MSRams2025 To join: 1. Download the "Team Reach" app from the App Store or Google Play. 2. Open the app and tap “Join a Group.” 3. Enter the code: MSRams2025 Attached to this announcement, you can find all of the athletic paperwork required to participate in fall sports. Included is an information sheet about completing our Sway testing, which is a concussion baseline test all student athletes must complete prior to participation.
2 months ago, Stephen Urli
Sway Testing Flyer
Sports Physical Form
Extra-Curricular Activity & Athletic Consent Form
Health History Form
Concussion Information Sheet Page 1
Concussion Information Sheet Page 2
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
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
Get Your Sports Physical Right at School! Hosted at Bangor High School on August 5th and August 11th from 8am to 6pm. 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
2 months ago, Stephen Urli
Sports Physical Clinic held at Bangor High School 8/5 and 8/11 from 8am to 6pm. Call 207-404-8247 to schedule an appointment.
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
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
3 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.
3 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
4 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
4 months ago, Bangor School Department
The last day of school for students will be FrIday, June 13, 2025
Please join us for an evening of learning and building connections across our schools. In all of the Bangor School Department’s schools and programs, we seek to provide all students with a quality education and prepare them to succeed as citizens of a global community. To achieve this goal, we want to ensure that our practices adapt to and resonate with the ever-evolving students and families that we serve for international, naturalized and American members of our community. This event will feature leading advocates, experts and educators to explore how our schools and the greater community can best support immigrants and refugees who have made Maine home. Attendees will hear from the panel, have the opportunity to ask questions, and socialize at the end of the event.
4 months ago, Bangor School Department
Welcoming and Supporting International Families
SUN Bucks provide a $120 EBT benefit for each child who qualifies to spend on groceries while school is out. Most eligible kids will be automatically enrolled in the program and don’t have to apply. Families should keep an eye out for a letter in the mail with notice of automatic enrollment. For more information go to https://www.bangorschools.net/page/sun-bucks
4 months ago, Bangor School Department
SUN Bucks
Online Safety and Media Literacy Thursday May 15, 2025 5:30-7pm James F. Doughty School, 143 5th Street, Bangor Please join the Bangor School Department for an evening of learning and building connections across our schools. As parents, guardians, educators, and role models of Bangor’s youth, the ever-growing presence of technology and media in our lives lead to many questions, tough conversations, and debates. We will hear from a panel of content experts within the greater Bangor community to navigate the benefits and challenges of social media, emerging role of technology, safety considerations, and impacts of media on children and society. Panelists include: Dr. Jordan Fearon, Clinical Child and Adolescent Pychologist, Bangor School Department Officer Jenna Oko, BSD School Resource Officer, Bangor Police Department Dr. Judith Rosenbaum, Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Communication and Journalism, University of Maine All BSD students, families, caregivers, and community members are welcome. For questions or accommodation needs, please contact: Dana Carver-Bialer, Director of Civil Rights 207-992-5596 civilrights@bangorschools.net
4 months ago, Bangor School Department
Online Safety and Media Literacy Thursday May 15, 2025 5:30-7pm James F. Doughty School, 143 5th Street, Bangor