Bangor School Department proudly celebrates Women’s History Month.
Mary Sophia Snow, also known as “Bangor’s most famous daughter,” was born in Bangor in 1857. Mary Snow grew up in a home on Ohio Street and attended the city’s public schools. After graduation, Miss Snow further pursued her education at the University of Maine. Following graduation, Miss Snow worked as a teacher in the Bangor schools and was hired as principal at (now former) Hannibal Hamlin Grammar School, which was located at the corner of Union and Third streets.
She later became Maine’s first female Superintendent of Schools in 1890, serving in that role for eleven years. Multiple reports indicate that Miss Snow was revered to be one of the most capable and prominent educators in New England, her leadership credited with molding the high standards held by the city’s schools.
Miss Snow not only led Bangor's education system but founded the Bangor Teacher's Training School, the first of its kind in the state. She was remarkably the first female president of the New England School Superintendents' Association and held high office in the Maine Teachers' Association. She was awarded the degree of Master of Philosophy for "distinguished service in education."
Miss Snow passed away in New York City during the spring of 1924 and is buried in Bangor’s Mount Hope Cemetery.
In 1926, one of the city’s schools was named in her honor. The Mary Snow Elementary School, located on Broadway, serves students in grades four and five. In 2020, the school was designated as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
More information can be found at: https://swhplibrary.net/.../Snow_Mary_Sophia_Snow_[1861..., http://bangor.mainememory.net/page/4678/display.html, https://nationalblueribbonschools.ed.gov/.../20me104pu... https://mthopebgr.com/cemetery-map/.
Happy Ramadan! Ramadan Kareem!
February 28 through March 29, 2024, marks this year’s observance of Ramadan for the Muslim community worldwide. The month of Ramadan is when Muslims, practicing the Islamic faith, abstain or fast from eating or drinking from sunrise to sunset. This is one of the holiest times of the Muslim faith and is a month of celebration, prayer, and reflection for Muslim families.
Plan Ahead!
Winter weather is here! With the season comes longer travel times. Leave a little earlier, expect delays, and allow for more braking distance. Let’s drive smart and safe!
#SafetyFirst #wearebangor #WinterDriving #PlanAhead
Use Your Signals!
Turn signals communicate your intentions and keep everyone safe. A simple signal can prevent accidents and misunderstandings. Let’s signal, not swerve!
#SafetyFirst #SafeDriving #wearebangor
Keep Calm and Drive On!
Aggressive driving doesn’t solve anything. If someone is driving slower than you’d like, take a deep breath instead of yelling. Patience is key to a safe environment!
#SafetyFirst #wearebangor #BeKind
Distracted Driving is Dangerous!
Distractions while driving can lead to accidents. Keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel. Pay close attention in drop-off areas as students move quickly.
#SafetyFirst #wearebangor
On Monday, February 24, Joan Roberts from “Simply Macarons by Jaelin" visited with kindergarten students at Vine Street School. Students learned about the French dessert and got to fill their own cookies. The kindergarten classes are studying France as part of our Academic Showcase/Culture Night to be held on March 6, 2025, at 4:30 PM.
Stop Signs Matter!
Rolling through stop signs isn’t just a habit; it’s dangerous! Please make a complete stop and ensure the road is clear before proceeding. Let’s keep our schools safe for everyone!
#SafetyFirst #wearebangor
The Bangor School Department will be closed February 17 in honor of Presidents Day.
School Vacation
February 15-23
I hope you all have a wonderful break with your families! Stay warm and have fun! Here is the weekly newsletter showcasing all of the greatness at Vine this past week! Enjoy!
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Vine Street's Walking School Bus is canceled today, 2/14/25, due to the wind chill.
The Bangor School Department will be closed today, Thursday 2-13-25 due to the forecasted weather for our area. All BSD student activities scheduled for today are cancelled. Please enjoy this snow day video from the Fairmount School Chorus. https://youtu.be/sRo3ZNqhVZs
Vine Street's Walking School Bus is canceled today, 2/12/25, due to the temperature.
Vine Street's Walking School Bus is canceled today, 2/11/25, due to the cold temperature.
Happy Sunday! Are you watching the Super Bowl? Who are you rooting for? For me....it's all about the food and half time show! :)
Here is the weekly newsletter! Enjoy!
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Happy 2-0-7 Day!
Today, February 7, we proudly celebrate Maine's unique identity encapsulated in our beloved 207 area code! This day is a fantastic opportunity to support our local businesses and come together as a community.
#207Day #MainePride #wearebangor
Black History Month is an opportunity for us to celebrate and acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of Black Americans throughout history and in our present society. This month is also a time for us to reflect on the ongoing fight for equality and justice and to recommit ourselves to creating a more inclusive and equitable future for all.
February was chosen for Black History Month to honor Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln's birth dates. President Lincoln is well known for issuing the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared freedom for enslaved Americans held in the Confederacy. Douglass escaped from slavery in 1838 and became a renowned abolitionist, speaker, and writer.
In the Bangor School Department, we recognize that our actions today will be history tomorrow, so the legacy of Black History Month lives on through our actions.
Vine Street's Walking School Bus is canceled today, 2/6/25, due to the cold temperature.
Due to the predicted weather for tomorrow, February 6, 2025, Bangor School Department will have an early dismissal, and all after-school activities will be canceled. Thank you.
High School 11 AM; Middle School 11:30; Elementary School 12:00
