James F. Doughty School -

Click on the link for the latest edition of the Bulldog Bulletin, including information about Winter athletics. https://secure.smore.com/n/znspdg

Picture retake day at JFDS is on Tuesday, October 29th, beginning at 8:30AM.

Thank you to C&L Aviation Group for serving lunch at JFDS today! You guys "flew" through that line with gusto and you "landed" some serious flavor points with those spicy chicken sandwiches!

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/

The Doughty Boys Soccer game scheduled for today at Reeds Brook, Thurs. 10/10 will be A team at 3:00 and then B team at 4:45.

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.

Doughty Soccer, Field Hockey and Cross Country practice is canceled after school. The field hockey game scheduled for today at Cohen is canceled.

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!

Out of an abundance of caution, the middle school cross country & soccer games have been canceled. This includes both home and away events. There will be no practices.

Here is a link to the latest Bulldog Bulletin! https://secure.smore.com/n/qp8zg

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!

A huge thanks to the Bangor Public Works staff for serving as our guest lunch servers today at JFDS! The students had an amazing time exploring the Freeze-Mobile and plow truck. Your hard work and dedication to our community truly shine!

Thank you to our first guest lunch servers from the Bangor Boys and Girls Club! Thank you for coming back for year 2 of our fun community program!

The Middle School Cross-Country Meet at Saxl Park (Dorothea Dix) scheduled for Thurs. 9/26 at 4:15 has been CANCELED due to weather.

The Doughty Boys and Girls Soccer games scheduled for Thursday, September 26th with Ellsworth have been CANCELED due to weather.