James F. Doughty School -

Don't forget to join us next week for Open House at JFDS! On Thursday, August 29th, beginning at 6PM, students and families can pick up their schedules in front of the cafeteria and then tour the building. Then at 6:30PM, all students and families should assemble in their homerooms for a presentation from the JFDS teachers. Questions about Open House? Please call the front office at (207)941-6220.

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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.

Below is the link for JFDS gear from Wights! The store is currently open and will close on Wed. Aug. 28, 2024. Once orders are in, there is about a three-week turnaround time before gear arrives. Check out what's available and show your Bulldog Pride!! https://jfdsbulldogs2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/

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.

Please join us for Open House at the James F. Doughty School on Thursday, August 29th from 6 to 7PM. Student schedules will be available at Open House. See you then!

Bangor Food Services is Hiring! Multiple positions are available! Apply online today or call 207-262-9125 for a paper application today!

All athletes need to have a current sports physical before they are able to play fall sports. PCHC is offering physicals on August 5 and 12. St. Joseph Workwell office also provides a flexible option. Click on the image for more information.

The PCHC School Based Health Clinic will be offering sports physicals on August 5th and 12th from 10 am to 6 pm at the Bangor High School Clinic. Physicals are $20 and can be scheduled for all school athletes in grades 6–12. Call 207-404-8247 to schedule.

RSU 64 is hosting a "Wait Till 8th" public info session 6-7pm at Central Community Elementary School. Learn the benefits of delaying smartphone access & get tips to set healthy tech boundaries from Brooke Shannon, Executive Director of Wait Until 8th.

Wireless Zone® is hosting its annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway on Sunday, July 28 at 1PM. Free backpacks to students, while supplies last. Be sure to stop by their store at 570 Stillwater Ave for an afternoon of fun! Learn more: www.wirelesszone.com/backpack-giveaway

Bangor Rams, we want to hear about your accomplishments since graduating! Share your career successes, personal milestones, and how you're making a difference in the world. Submit Your Story on our webiste: https://www.bangorschools.net/page/alumni By showcasing your achievements, you can inspire current Bangor students and connect with fellow alumni. Let's celebrate the impact Rams are making!

The Bangor School Department will be closed July 4, 2024 in recognition of Independence day. For information about events taking place in the greater Bangor area, visit: bangor4th.com

There will be a parent Title I meeting on Monday, June 17 at 5:00 pm at the Downeast School. This meeting reviews the BSD’s Title programs and seeks input from the community.

Thank you to C& L Aviation for another amazing Field Day at JFDS! And a special thank you to Mrs. Loring for checking students in for burgers and hot dogs in her own unique way!

The A Team Softball game Doughty vs. Cohen at Bangor High School is canceled. The A Team Baseball game Doughty vs. Cohen at Mansfield Stadium has been canceled.

The B Team softball game scheduled for today at James F Doughty (5/23/24) at 4:00 against Nokomis has been canceled due to the weather. There will be no practice for B team softball today.

Thank you to members of the Heart of Maine United Way for joining us for lunch at the James F. Doughty School. Our students greatly appreciated your smiles and enthusiasm!

Thank you to our Lunch Heroes! School Nutrition professionals have a lot on their plate, between preparing delicious food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile. Thank you for all that you do!

This is a reminder that the B Softball game versus Nokomis originally scheduled for today has been rescheduled for Thurs. 5/23.