Happy Sunday to you all! I hope you are enjoying this wonderful weekend. Here is the next edition of the Vine Shine Report!

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about 10 hours ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #6
Happy Custodian Appreciation Day!

Today, we celebrate the incredible custodians who do so much more than keep our schools clean, safe, and welcoming.

Our custodial staff are often among the first to arrive and the last to leave, but their impact reaches far beyond maintaining our buildings. They build relationships with students, lend a helping hand when needed, and bring joy to our school communities in countless ways. Whether they're joining in on spirit weeks, participating in theme days, or stepping into a mascot costume to make students smile, they help create the positive and caring school culture that makes Bangor schools special.

Thank you for the pride you take in your work, your dedication to our students and staff, and the kindness you bring to our schools every day. Your contributions make a difference in ways both seen and unseen.

Please join us in thanking our amazing custodial team for all they do!

We appreciate you today and every day.

#WeAreBangor #CustodianAppreciationDay #OneBangorOneCommunity
2 days ago, Bangor School Department
Custodian dressed up as Sam the Ram for a special event at Abe Lincoln
BHS Custodian dressed up as Belle for a theme day.
Vine Street's Walking School Bus is canceled today, 9/29/26, due to the rain.
5 days ago, Debbie Swett
Walking School Bus is canceled today, 9/28/26, due to the rain.
6 days ago, Debbie Swett
Happy rainy Sunday! As we move further into Fall, it is a good idea to have your child dress in layers. We have had cool mornings and warm afternoons! Please enjoy this next edition of the Vine Shine Report!!

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7 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #5
Sorry the notification about Picture Day was a day early. Thursday, September 24th is our Picture Day at Vine Street. Sorry for any confusion!
12 days ago, Debbie Swett
Picture Day
Just wanted to remind everyone that Vine Street's Picture Day is tomorrow, September 24th! If you would like to order pictures here is the direct link:

https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0642XH
12 days ago, Debbie Swett
picture day tomorrow
I can't believe we are starting our fourth week of school already! There has been so much fun and learning already and there is so much more going on the next few weeks. Be sure to check out everything in this next edition of the Vine Shine Report!
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14 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #4
School Bus Drivers Wanted! $24/hr Sign on bonus $1000 for experienced drivers, $600 for new drivers.

Cyr Bus is looking for transportation specialists and school bus drivers or those who are interested in becoming one! School bus drivers have school vacations, school holidays, and summer vacations off, (with unemployment benefits). You are home nights and weekends. We will train you for free.

Cyr Bus has PTO, attendance bonuses, a great competitive wage, employee-paid health insurance, HSA, 401k, Aflac, 3 paid snow days, and 6 weeks a year you can collect employment benefits, and there are opportunities to work more hours.

If you are in need of training to be qualified to drive a school bus, training starts soon!

Please call Judy at 207-942-3354 or Melanie at 207-949-0597 See less
17 days ago, Bangor School Department
School Bus Drivers Wanted Cyr Bus is looking for transportation specialists and school bus drivers or those who are interested in becoming one! School bus drivers have school vacations—school holidays and summer vacations off, (with unemployment benefits). You are home nights and weekends. We will train you for free. Cyr Bus has PTO, attendance bonuses, a great competitive wage, employee-paid health insurance, HSA, 401k, Aflac, 3 paid snow days, and 6 weeks a year you can collect employment benefits, and there are opportunities to work more hours. If you are in need of training to be qualified to drive a school bus, training starts soon! Please call Judy at 207-942-3354 or Melanie at 207-949-0597 See less
Good afternoon! This is a quick reminder that we have our first Early Release Day tomorrow, September 16. Vine Street students will be dismissed at 12:00 pm. Please let us know if your child will be going home in a different way than they normally do. You can call the office at 207-941-6300.
19 days ago, Debbie Swett
Early Release Day
Vine Street School Picture Day is Sept 24th! Click here to order your school portrait: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0642XH
20 days ago, Bangor School Department
Vine Street School Picture Day is Sept 24th! Click here to order your school portrait: https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0642XH
Happy Sunday to you all! I hope you all had an amazing week last week. Please take a peek at the next edition of the Vine Shine Report as it has lots of important information in it to keep you up to date!! Also, please remember we have our first Early Release Day coming up this Wednesday. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 pm. Please let us know if your child will be going somewhere they do not normally go on this early release day!

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21 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #3

PICTURE DAY IS COMING! Find your scheduled day below!

BANGOR HIGH SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 16th!

JAMES F. DOUGHTY SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 17th!

FOURTEENTH STREET SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 18th!

FRUIT STREET SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 21st!

FAIRMOUNT SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 22nd!

ABRAHAM LINCOLN SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 24th!

DOWNEAST SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 24th!

VINE STREET SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 24th!

WILLIAMS S. COHEN SCHOOL
Picture Day is Sept 25th!

BANGOR REGIONAL THERAPUTIC DAY PROGRAM
Picture Day is Sept 30th!

MARY SNOW SCHOOL
Picture Day is Oct 2nd!

#WeAreBangor

22 days ago, Bangor School Department
PICTURE DAY IS COMING! Find your scheduled day below! BANGOR HIGH SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 16th! JAMES F. DOUGHTY SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 17th! FOURTEENTH STREET SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 18th! FRUIT STREET SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 21st! FAIRMOUNT SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 22nd! ABRAHAM LINCOLN SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 24th! DOWNEAST SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 24th! VINE STREET SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 24th! WILLIAMS S. COHEN SCHOOL Picture Day is Sept 25th! BANGOR REGIONAL THERAPUTIC DAY PROGRAM Picture Day is Sept 30th! MARY SNOW SCHOOL Picture Day is Oct 2nd!

#HeyBangor There are seven early release days on this year's school calendar. The first early release day is next week, Wednesday, September 16. Dismissal for BHS is at 11 am, middle schools at 11:30 am, and elementary schools at 12 pm. Lunch will be served before students are dismissed. To view the academic calendar, click here: https://5il.co/253bd

#WeAreBangor

23 days ago, Bangor School Department
#HeyBangor There are seven early release days on this year's school calendar. The first early release day is next week, Wednesday, September 16. Dismissal for BHS is at 11 am, middle schools 11:30 am, and elementary schools at 12 pm. Lunch will be served before students are dismissed. To view the academic calendar click here: https://5il.co/253bd #WeAreBangor
Bangor High School JROTC
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
September 11th
10:00 am
at the Bangor Waterfront flagpole.

#WeAreBangor
24 days ago, Bangor School Department
Bangor High School JROTC 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony September 11th 10:00 am at the Bangor Waterfront flagpole. #WeAreBangor
Please join us tonight for our first PTO meeting and volunteer training! We will begin at 5:00 pm with our Title I compact parent meeting and move right into volunteer training. I hope to see you tonight!!
26 days ago, Debbie Swett

Our first week at school was amazing! It was wonderful seeing you all again and/or meeting you and your families! I will be sending out weekly newsletters called Vine Shine Reports. I always include imporant information, upcoming events, and photos letting you see how Vine Shines every day with our students and staff. Please enjoy this edition of the Vine Shine Report!

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28 days ago, Debbie Swett
Vine Shine Report #2

Dear Bangor School Department Families, Staff, and Community Members,

As part of our ongoing facilities planning process, the Strategic Planning Committee is seeking feedback from our community as we work to evaluate the current and future needs of our schools.

During recent community listening sessions, we presented information about the challenges and opportunities facing our school facilities. We encourage everyone to review the presentation, which can be accessed here:

Listening Session Presentation: https://aptg.co/lB7VQQ

Within the presentation, you will find both a direct link and a QR code that will take you to a community survey. We value your perspective and encourage you to take a few moments to share your thoughts. Your feedback is an important part of this process and will help inform the committee's recommendations as we plan for the future of Bangor's schools.

The survey will remain open through September 10, 2026. We encourage you to participate before the deadline to ensure your voice is included in this important community conversation.

Thank you for your continued support of the Bangor School Department.


about 1 month ago, Bangor School Department
Bangor School Department Collage of School Buildings
The Bangor School Department will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. To learn more about the history of labor day visit https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history

#WeAreBangor
about 1 month ago, Bangor School Department
The Bangor School Department will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. To learn more about the history of labor day visit https://www.dol.gov/general/laborday/history #WeAreBangor
The first day of school is in the books! Across the Bangor School Department, students spent the day learning, laughing, reconnecting with friends, and enjoying all the excitement that comes with a new school year. Seeing our classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds filled with smiling faces reminds us why we do this work. Welcome back, Bangor! We're excited for a great year ahead. #WeAreBangor
about 1 month ago, Bangor School Department
The first day of school is in the books! Across the Bangor School Department, students spent the day learning, laughing, reconnecting with friends, and enjoying all the excitement that comes with a new school year. Seeing our classrooms, cafeterias, and playgrounds filled with smiling faces reminds us why we do this work. Welcome back, Bangor! We're excited for a great year ahead.