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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!

Trunk or Treat October 28, 5-7 pm Bangor High School Student Parking Lot $5 admission fee per family. All proceeds benefit the class of 2026

Get a head start on holiday shopping while supporting a great cause! Shop the Humanities Travel Programs Charleston Wrap fundraiser—40% of sales fund scholarships and help offset costs for tips and excursions. Check it out: https://registercw.com/gateway?organizationMidasId=26046

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!

This week, the BHS Project Transitions class visited Wight's Apple Orchard, picking fresh apples and learning about sustainability! They turned those apples into delicious homemade apple sauce and delivered it to Bangor High staff. The smiles were priceless! Great job, students!

Bangor High School Yearbooks are on sale now! Click the link below to order your yearbook. Prices increase on October 31! https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1067729/BANGOR-HIGH-SCHOOL/2025-Yearbook/2024080611153245782/CATALOG_SHOP

Watch the Girls Varisty Soccer Game Bangor vs Camden HIlls Free Live Stream September 13 @ 4 pm mainecoast.tv

Join us for "Song of Silk " a mesmerizing concert of Beijing opera and Chinese music! Date: 09/14/2024 Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Location: Bangor High School, Peakes Auditorium Reserve your free tickets here: https://forms.gle/7rAR4cJUwLXjaR8F8

On behalf of the Bangor JROTC Battalion, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended the 9/11 memorial at the Bangor Waterfront today. Your participation is a testament to the strength and unity of our community as we honored the lives lost on that fateful day

The BSD and Maine DOE are excited to host a community meeting to bring educators, parents, students, and business leaders together to discuss a shared vision for our schools. Sign up to join us on 9/11 at 5 PM at Bangor High School: https://biz.maine.gov/measurewhatmatters

Attention Bangor High School Families! We are excited to announce that Picture Day is coming up on September 5! This is a great opportunity for students to capture their school memories. Important Information: Order Forms: Order forms have been sent home with students. Online Ordering: Parents can conveniently order pictures online. Simply scan the QR code to access Lifetouch's ordering page. We encourage all parents to place their orders ahead of time to ensure a smooth Picture Day experience.Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing all the smiling faces!

Today marked a brand new chapter in our students educational journey, and we couldn't be more excited to welcome you back! The Bangor School Department is thrilled to see all of our students in the classroom, ready to learn, grow, and make new memories. We hope you found many familiar faces and some new ones, all eager to support you today. Our district administrators have been busy preparing for this day, and they can’t wait to connect with you. Here are a few snapshots of them visiting our schools: We hope you’re as excited for the rest of the school year as we are! Remember, every day is an opportunity to learn something new and to make lasting friendships. The teachers and staff are here to support you every step of the way.Let’s make this school year the best one yet!

The JROTC Senior class at Bangor High School embarked on an exciting canoe trip down the Penobscot River on Thursday, August 15th. Eight cadets participated in the 10-mile journey, putting in at Passadumkeag and taking out in Greenbush. The weather cooperated beautifully, and the smallmouth bass were biting. The cadets had a wonderful time experiencing Maine's natural splendor firsthand, thanks to the team at Cold Shore Guide Service (www.coldshoreguideservice.com). Cold Shore Guide Service provided the canoes, life jackets, paddles, and lunch for the trip. They also gave the group a safety briefing before they set out, ensuring the cadets were well-prepared for their adventure on the river. The seniors are grateful to Cold Shore Guide Service for facilitating this fantastic outdoor experience and allowing them to immerse themselves in Maine's beautiful natural classroom.

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Dear Bangor School Department Families, We are excited to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year! Please mark your calendars for the following open house events across our Bangor schools: Bangor High School: 9th Grade Orientation: August 29, 8-11 AM Open House: September 17, 6-7 PM August 28 Fourteenth Street: 4-5 PM Vine Street: 4-5 PM Mary Snow Grade 4: 4:30-5:30 PM William S. Cohen 6th Grade Orientation: 6-7 PM August 29 Abe Lincoln: 4-5 PM Downeast School: 4-5 PM Fruit Street: 4-5 PM Bangor Regional Program: 4-5 PM Mary Snow Grade 5: 4:30-5:30 PM Fairmount: 5-6 PM James F. Doughty: 6-7 PM William S. Cohen: 6-7 PM We look forward to seeing you at these open house events to kick off the new school year. It's an excellent opportunity to meet your child's teachers, tour the school, and learn about the curriculum and activities.

BHS Parent Fall Sports Safety Meeting August 14, 6 PM Peakes Auditorium Meet with coaches, the athletic trainer, and learn how to get updates through the Bangor School App.

The Bangor School Committee meeting scheduled for this Wednesday, August 7th, will have a change in entrance location. Attendees are asked to use the administrative entrance of Bangor High School and to follow the signs to the library. This change is to ensure the safety and security of all participants while floor waxing and construction projects wrap up in the building. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to seeing you at the School Committee meeting this Wednesday at 6 PM.