For nearly two decades, students at James F. Doughty School have been investigating invasive crab species along the Maine coast. What began in 2006 has become a long-term citizen-...

Join the JFDS Boosters! Help us make the Doughty community a great space to be! The first meeting of the JFDS Boosters will be on Tuesday, September 22, at 5PM in the library....

Come join us for the 4th annual JFDS Student Activities Fair! If you have any questions, please call the school or reach out directly to Mrs. Edward at bedward@bangorschools.net....

JFDS SUMMER OFFICE HOURS Open 8AM to 2:30PM Daily The office will be closed on June 26, 29, & 30, July 1 through 7 , 10, 20, 24, 27, & 31, and Aug...

This year at JFDS, the spirit of the Olympics is about more than just sports; it is about celebrating the unsung heroes of the school community—teachers, students, and staff membe...

January 20, 2026 Dear Bangor Families, We would like to address recent concerns regarding the presence of immigration officials in our state. Maine is a large state that has a u...

In the wake of recent tragedies, we are reminded that vigilance towards student safety is essential throughout the entire school year, not just during the busy back-to-school rush ...

Dear Bangor School Department Families: As we approach November, we want to ensure that all families in our community are aware of the food assistance resources available to th...

James F. Doughty students used the morning of their October early release day to explore exercise, health, and overall wellness. Students started the day in a morning assembly, ...

Students from across the district participated in the annual bus evacuation drills this week, a crucial initiative designed to prepare them for emergencies. With guidance from dri...

The Cohen and Doughty Jazz Band recently took center stage at the Jazz Education Symposium held at the University of Maine. The conference, aimed at music educators, provided a u...

Last week, the Maine Association of Computer Technology Educators (ACTEM) proudly announced that Sarah Cousins, music teacher at James F. Doughty School, had been named the winne...

As the new school year unfolds, the Bangor School Department is prioritizing the safety and preparedness of its students through a comprehensive schedule of emergency drills. In ...

SmartSocial Parent Event September 9, 16, 23, 24 & 28 + Spanish-only event September 24! Do you worry about how much time your child spends on video apps? They’re designed to k...

Dear Bangor Families, We are thrilled to share that the Bangor School Department is partnering with SmartSocial for the 2025–2026 school year. This collaboration provides your ...

Dear Bangor Families, As we start the academic year, we would like to take a moment to share further information about our upcoming half-day staff development days included in...

As we embark on another school year, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all staff members of the Bangor School Department for their dedication and hard work. Your ...

It is time for the Indoor Air Quality Project at both JFDS & WSCS, which will significantly limit access to the buildings over the summer. The workers in the buildings already hav...

Tracy Vassiliev, a teacher at James F. Doughty School, is one of ten middle school educators from across the United States selected to participate in the esteemed National STEM Sc...