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We hope you enjoy the newest VPA newsletter, which highlights the engaging learning experiences and accomplishments in our classrooms at the end of a wonderful year! We hope that everyone enjoys their summer! https://secure.smore.com/n/cvyd3n

Thrift The Lot Sale
September 13
9 am - 3 pm
$20 for one space
$30 for two spaces
Free to attend
Food and Games
Reserve your spot today https://forms.gle/7rZTPgdjZsjiPq7f6
Hosted by the BHS Class of 2028

Congratulations to the members of the Bangor High School 2025 Outdoor Track and Field State Championship team! Athletes and coaches were recognized at the June 25 school committee meeting.

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.

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.

Today was a great day to walk down memory lane for the BHS Graduating Class of 2025. The Alma Mater March is a highlight for our schools every year. A time to reminisce, to visit mentors, and to inspire the future students of Bangor. #WeAreBangor

The 2025 Senior Awards Ceremony can be watched by clicking on the link provided below: https://youtu.be/cn3YR8i_XYk

Congratulations to the 2025 Senior Awards recipients! A video of tonight's ceremony will be uploaded to our YouTube channel shortly. Photo of the 2025 Superintendent's Award recipients with Dr. Marie Robinson, Superintendent of Bangor Schools

Bangor High School students, families, and staff gathered at the Bangor Public Library for the BHS Student Art Showcase June 4, 2025. The works of art will be on exhibit at the Bangor Public Library for the months of June and July.

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.

BHS proudly welcomes you to attend the rescheduled Bangor High School Chorus Concert on June 2, 2025, at 7 pm in Peakes Auditorium. The concert will be directed by Mr. George Redman.

Bangor High School proudly awarded 39 Seals of Biliteracy to 37 students, representing German, Chinese, French, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, and Swahili, at an event last night. These students make up 15% of the graduating class, true global citizens, ready to connect across languages and cultures. The Seal of Biliteracy is a nationally recognized honor awarded to students who demonstrate proficiency in English and at least one other language by graduation. It symbolizes dedication, identity, and global readiness. Dr. Megan Welter, Maine DOE Associate Commissioner of Public Education, joined Superintendent Dr. Marie Robinson, Principal Dr. Paul Butler, and Seal of Biliteracy Coordinator Fred Ravan in congratulating students on this remarkable achievement. Bangor School Department

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

The last day of school for Bangor students will be FrIday, June 13, 2025

BHS Class of 2028 Game Night May 28, 2025 3-5 PM BHS Cafeteria

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.

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

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

Join the Bangor School Department for an exciting series of events as we explore different areas of civil rights. These panels provide opportunities for learning with community leaders and content area experts, as well as building connections across our schools. Please join us, connect with resources, meet new friends and neighbors, and help us to build a culture of belonging throughout the BSD community. For questions or accommodation needs, please contact: Dana Carver-Bialer, Director of Civil Rights, 207-992-5596, civilrights@bangorschools.net