August 15, 2025


The James F. Doughty School faculty and staff are excited to welcome everyone to the 2025-26 school year. This summer has been a busy one at both the Doughty School and the Cohen School, with the completion of the Indoor Air Quality Renovation that spanned two full summers.

While work is nearing completion, and the buildings will be ready for the opening of school, construction has limited the ability for teachers to prepare classrooms and for custodians to complete annual summer work. In order to provide teachers, custodians, secretaries, and construction staff the maximum available time to prepare for the school year, Open House at both middle schools will be held on Tuesday, September 2nd, from 6:00-7:00PM. After an exciting first day, students will be able to lead families through their scheduled classes, introduce their teachers, and tour the school.

On the first day of school, students will receive their schedule in homeroom, along with other first-day documents. Early next week, office staff will be sending out letters to all students and families informing them of homeroom teacher assignments. As students arrive in the building on the first day, staff will be available to help them find their way to their homeroom.

The first day of school is a special occasion for us all, and all of the members of the Bangor School Department remain available to assist students in a successful start to the school year.

Respectfully,



Sam Moring
Principal
James F. Doughty School
3 days ago, Sam Moring
bulldog

Here is the latest edition of the Bulldog Bulletin!

https://secure.smore.com/n/3yg5d

11 days ago, Duke the Bulldog

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 Doughty students is EXJK3. Athletes are required to complete this assessment prior to participating in tryouts or practice.

12 days ago, Stephen Urli
Sway Testing Flyer - Doughty
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.
about 1 month ago, Stephen Urli
Concussion Testing Information Sheet
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
about 1 month 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
Here is the July edition of the Bulldog Bulletin! https://secure.smore.com/n/udjgk
about 1 month ago, Duke the Bulldog
Construction
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
about 1 month 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
about 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
about 2 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.
about 2 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.
Click here for the end of June Bulldog Bulletin! https://secure.smore.com/n/sacmz Stay tuned for more newsletters throughout the summer!
about 2 months ago, Duke the Bulldog
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.
2 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.
The James F Doughty Baseball and Softball "A Team" games scheduled for tonight have been postponed. They have been rescheduled for tomorrow, Wednesday 6/11 at 3:30 and will be played at Cohen. All "B team" softball/baseball games will still be played today (June 10th- Softball "B team " Cohen at Doughty--3:30, 4:00--Baseball "B team" Doughty Vs. Reeds Brook at Brewer)
2 months ago, Darryl Loring
JFDS Baseball and Softball will have their FINAL games on Tuesday, June 10th. Please see the schedule below: 3:30--Softball "B" team--JFDS vs. WSCS (at JFDS) 4:00--Baseball "B" team--JFDS vs. Reeds Brook (played at Brewer) 6:00--Softball "A" team---JFDS vs. WSCS (played at Bangor High School) 7:00---Baseball "A" team--JFDS vs. WSCS (played at Mansfield Stadium)
2 months ago, Darryl Loring
Click here for the latest edition of the Bulldog Bulletin! https://secure.smore.com/n/830wu
2 months ago, Duke the Bulldog
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.
3 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
3 months ago, Bangor School Department
An Evening with the Maine Human Rights Commission
Click here for the latest edition of the Bulldog Bulletin! https://secure.smore.com/n/am6wn
3 months ago, Duke the Bulldog
Good Afternoon! There have been some changes to the JFDS Baseball and Softball games against Nokomis that were scheduled for Tuesday, 5/27. Please see the changes below: "A" Softball Doughty at Nokomis--4:00 start (play 5 inning game) "B" Softball Doughty at Nokomis--5:15 start (play 5 inning game--previously scheduled at Doughty) "A" Baseball Doughty at Nokomis--4:30 start (previously 4:00 start)
3 months ago, Darryl Loring