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BHS Drama Club proudly presents: The Little Mermaid November 21, 22 @ 7 pm November 23 @ 2 pm $5 per person

All Bangor Schools are closed November 11, 2024, in observation of Veterans Day. Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. It coincides with other holidays, including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day which are celebrated in other countries that mark the anniversary of the end of World War I. Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major U.S. veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.

November 5,2024 Good afternoon Families and Community Members, I'd like to highlight the excellent response of the Bangor High School staff and Bangor Police Department this morning when they received a call regarding a possible threat on school grounds. Immediate action was taken, the school went into a hold response, and following the Bangor Police Department's thorough sweep of the grounds, the situation was deemed a hoax. This exact hoax is occurring across the nation and happened simultaneously at two other schools in Maine this morning. Please continue to share the message with your student, that if you see something, say something. Thank you for your continued support in providing a safe learning environment for all students in the Bangor School Department. Sincerely, Marie Robinson, Ph.D. Superintendent of Schools

Collegiate Chorale Concert with Bangor Middle Schools November 14 @ 7pm Minsky Recital Hall Free Admission

The office of Pupil Services is experiencing telephone issues this morning, 11-4-24. Please email Linda Poirier at lpoirier@bangorschools.net to contact the office. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Have a fang-tastic Halloween! Remember to stay safe and spooktacular. Keep an eye out for ghosts and goblins while driving. Trick-or-treat with a buddy, use reflective tape, and carry a flashlight. Let's make this a boo-tiful and safe night! Happy Halloween!

Happy Diwali! (The Hindu Festival of Light) Diwali celebrations may vary in different communities, but its significance and spiritual meaning is generally “the awareness of the inner light” Learn more about Diwali by clicking the link: https://tinyurl.com/5a9r2xmt

It's Feel Good Friday! Our Special Olympics bowling team headed to competition with students lining the hallways to cheer them on! The support and spirit were amazing, reminding us that it’s all about teamwork and celebration. Go RAMS! #SpecialOlympics #RAMFAM

The Vine Street School PTO Fall Festival and Math PEAK Night is our Feel-Good Friday Post!. The Title I PEAK Night featured math activities around a student favorite book series, Pete the Cat. The festival had families playing lawn games, having an ice cream sundae social, dancing, and having fun together. It also included a costume closet for families needing a free Halloween costume for their child.

Free tickets for the Encanto: Sing-a-long show on Oct 15 at 6 PM are available for BSD families, courtesy of the Cross Insurance Center. Grab yours on Tuesday at Abraham Lincoln, Downeast, Fourteenth St., Fruit St., and Vine St. Schools. Tickets are first come, first served!

This Feel Good Friday post comes with a huge shoutout to the amazing staff at James F. Doughty School! Your creativity and enthusiasm in motivating our students are truly inspiring. Whether it's fun activities, engaging lessons, or, yes, even an impromptu karaoke session, you always find ways to bring joy and excitement to learning! To our neighbors, we apologize if you were woken up by the karaoke antics or witnessed some spirited fun - we promise it was all in the name of education and good vibes! Thank you for your understanding and support! Keep shining, JFDS staff! You make a difference every day! https://youtu.be/NrOvTjmgNc0

Become a Soccer Referee! Are you passionate about soccer? Do you love the thrill of the game and want to be part of it in a new way? Support local youth by getting involved! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7KcyRrHmWZAbFyu5pncQVk2fTxeuWOWAHD4l6we_1aRtMgg/viewform

Today, we celebrate the diversity of our students, staff, and families! The BSD believes that being our authentic selves strengthens our community. Happy National Coming Out Day! Learn more: https://www.stonewall.org.uk/about-us/news/why-do-we-need-national-coming-out-day

The BSD wishes all students, staff, and families observing Yom Kippur a meaningful day of atonement! May today bring reflection, forgiveness, and renewal. For more info on Yom Kippur, visit: https://www.calendarr.com/united-kingdom/yom-kippur-history-significance-and-celebration/

Text or call 988 if you or someone you know is thinking about suicide. If you're having suicidal thoughts, get help now. Don't wait. Many people have thoughts of suicide at some time in their life. This can be a very isolating experience, but you're not alone. What should you do? Call or text 988 for 24/7 help Tell a loved one Call your provider Call 911 Go to your local ER Suicide is the second largest cause of death among people between the ages of 10 and 24. In 2020, Congress designated the 988 dialing code to be operated through the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides access to trained crisis counselors offering support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States. The lifeline is composed of a national network of over 200 local crisis centers, combining custom local care and resources with national standards and best practices. https://988lifeline.org/ also offers helpful information on prevention and responses. The Bangor School Department shares this commitment to mental health access. Students and families have access to school counselors, social workers, therapists, and school psychologists. Through community partnerships with PCHC and funding through the City of Bangor, we are expanding our school based health clinics to provide resources to our students and their families.

IT is looking into a phone issue this morning affecting some of our schools.

During cold and flu season, remember to stay home if you're sick. Return only after symptom improvement and being fever-free for 24 hours without medicine. Practice good respiratory etiquette and wash your hands frequently!

All city K-8 Schools are looking for help starting chess teams . Help teach the next generation of kids this fun and challenging game! Learn more: https://forms.gle/YEiTYRSfXZ3t2hCZ9 No chess experience needed!

Feel Good Friday! We're celebrating the beautiful connections that lift us all up! Thank you to Best Buddies Maine for sharing this wonderful post! Here’s to Laci and Jael for showing us the power of inclusion and friendship. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/nth6KUW8DePdNeVi/

Shana Tova to our friends in the Bangor School Department! As we welcome the Jewish New Year, let's celebrate a sweet year ahead. Rosh Hashanah is a time for reflection, growth, and new beginnings. Learn more about Rosh Hashanah Significance: https://www.myjewishlearning.com/article/rosh-hashanah-101/ Explore Rosh Hashanah Recipes: https://cooking.nytimes.com/topics/our-best-rosh-hashanah-recipes Wishing our Bangor community a year of learning and unity!