James F. Doughty School -

The middle school Track Meet at Old Town for 4/24/24 has been canceled. JFDS Track athletes will have practice from 2:30-4:00 at Doughty.

Thank you to the Penobscot County Dispatchers for joining us at the James F. Doughty School to serve lunch and spend time with our students! Thank you for your service to our community!

Spring Testing Schedule All JFDS students will participate in the upcoming spring administration of the NWEA/Maine Through Year Assessment. Reading testing will be on Tuesday, April 30th & Wednesday, May 1st. Math testing will be on Tuesday, May 7th & Wednesday, May 8th. Eighth-grade students will participate in MEA Science testing during the week of May 13th. If you have any questions about testing, please reach out to the school office.

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL UPDATE April 22, 2024 Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians, We would like to inform you that the last day of school for Bangor Students will be on June 17th, pending any further weather cancellations. Please note that in the event of unexpected weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances, the last day of school may be subject to change. We will promptly communicate any such changes, if necessary, through our official channels, including our website, social media platforms, and automated notification systems. As we approach the end of the academic year, we would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to all our students for their hard work, dedication, and resilience throughout the year. We also extend our gratitude to the parents and guardians for their continued support and collaboration, which has greatly contributed to the success of our students. To ensure a smooth transition into the summer break, we encourage all students to complete any pending assignments, projects, or examinations responsibly and on time. Please consult with your teachers and academic advisors if you require any additional guidance or support. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the last day of school or any other matter, please do not hesitate to reach out to the school administration. We are here to assist you. Enthusiastically yours, James Tager Superintendent Bangor school Department

At sundown this evening, members of the Jewish community will celebrate the festival of Passover. Reflected through storytelling and dining rituals, this holiday has been practiced by those observing the Jewish faith since the 5th century BCE and highlights the cultural values of resiliency and memory. Happy Passover, Chag Sameach!

Welcome Back from Spring Break!! JFDS Baseball and Softball Practices will take place after school on the field --Monday -Thursdays from 2:30-4:00. A late bus is available at 4:00 on these days. Please check out the events calendar to see a game schedule. Let's go Bulldogs!

Reminder that there will be no Track Practice at JFDS on Monday, April 22. Practice for Track will resume Tuesday 4/23 from 2:30-4:30.

Spring Sports Photos will take place on Monday, April 29th in the Gym at 2:45 pm.. Any parent/guardian that would like to order photos for their child participating in Baseball, Softball or Track and Field at JFDS can use the provided code.

Happy April vacation to our students and staff! The Bangor School Department will be closed on Monday, April 15 in honor of Patriots Day.

Sports Physical Clinic 8/5, 2024 & 8/12, 2024 10am - 6pm Please call 207-404-8247 to setup an appointment. Appointment fee of $20.00 is due at the time of visit with cash or check. More info about Bangor SBHCs and PCHC available online at www.PCHC.com

Join our Best Buddies Programs as they host this FREE community event! Best Buddies Bangor Friendship Walk Sunday, April 28, 2024 @ 10:00 AM Cameron Stadium/William S. Cohen School 300 Garland Street

Shout out to JFDS alum Max Clark and the Husson Football Team for serving lunch and playing volleyball in our PE classes yesterday!

Interested in birdwatching? See Mrs. Patterson to join the JFDS Birding Club!

Good evening this is James Tager, Superintendent of the Bangor School Department. A snow day whispers tales of endless play, A treasured pause in life's demanding way. With hearts aglow, we savor winter's art, And let the snowflakes etch upon our hearts. Due to the impending winter storm forecast for tomorrow for the Penobscot River Valley area I have decided to call a snow day for all Bangor School Department schools on April 4, 2024. All BSD student activities scheduled for Thursday are canceled. For the safety of everyone in the BSD community and to give families time to make plans for tomorrow, I feel that making a decision tonight is best. Be safe.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month The Bangor School Department takes a stand against sexual assault and domestic violence. This and every month, through prevention, education, mandatory staff trainings and policies, the Bangor School Department works hard to support survivors of sexual assault and prevent all forms of violence. If you or someone you know would benefit from local education and resources, we encourage you to explore The Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault’s (MECASA) website: https://www.mecasa.org/ Students, parents and staff can report any concerns surrounding sexual assault to a building administrator, The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Coordinator or through the Bangor App.

Holi marks the arrival of spring in India, Nepal, and other South Asian countries. It celebrates the divine love between the Hindu god Krishna and his consort Radha and signifies a time of rebirth and rejuvenation, embracing the positive and letting go of negative energy.

Holy week Is the week between Palm Sunday and Easter that encompasses the three most sacred days in the Christian church calendar. It begins at sundown on Holy Thursday, (also known as Maundy Thursday, observed in commemoration of Jesus Christ's institution of the Eucharist during the Last Supper) reaches a high point at the Easter Vigil, and concludes with evening prayer at sundown on Easter Sunday. Easter is the oldest Christian holiday and the most important feast of the ecclesiastical year, held on the first Sunday that follows the first full moon of the Spring Equinox. The date therefore changes each year and falls on any day between March 22 and April 25. Easter has deep significance for Christians and represents rebirth and renewal. Happy Easter! Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

Thank you to members of the Air National Guard who stopped by the James F. Doughty School today to serve lunch to the students!

Good morning this is James Tager, Superintendent of the Bangor School Department. Due to current road conditions, the Bangor School Department will have a two-hour delay for all schools March 21, 2024. This delay will help to ensure the safety of our students and staff during the morning commute. I received this poem from one of our international students: Snow! Snow! Snow! As it floats down And fills the ground. I turn happy It’s pretty And all white! How beautiful is the earth covered in a white blanket? It mesmerizes me! Snow! Snow! Snow! I love snow!

IMPACT testing will take place after school on Wed. 3/27 at 2:30 in the JFDS Cafeteria. Any student wishing to try out for Spring sports who has NOT completed IMPACT Testing during the 2023-2024 must complete testing before try-outs on 4/1/24.