Friday, February 6th -- PBIS Whole School Award -- PJ Day
Wednesday, February 11th -- Early Release Day -- Students Dismissed at Noon
Friday, February 13th -- Parents Night Out Fundraiser for Class of 2028
Above All Be Kind
At Fruit Street School, Mrs. Libby has made it a yearly tradition to engage her students in crafting a mesmerizing hallway mural themed around kindness. Using art as a powerful tool, she sparks awareness, emotion, and connection, ultimately aiming for positive change within the school community.
Each year, after selecting a relevant theme and a symbolic image, Mrs. Libby invites every student to contribute a unique piece that visually encapsulates the concept of kindness. This collaborative effort fosters connections among students by allowing them to share their feelings and experiences through a common theme. The mural project not only enhances individual creativity but also cultivates a sense of belonging, transforming students from individuals into a cohesive community.
Artwork serves as an essential form of self-expression, particularly for children who may struggle with verbal communication. By completing art projects and making independent creative choices, students experience a boost in pride and self-confidence. The act of working together on the mural strengthens teamwork, encourages camaraderie, and builds a robust sense of community pride.
This year, Mrs. Libby chose the theme “Above All, Be Kind,” with a star as the central visual symbol. Students explored the world of constellations, learning how ancient cultures utilized them for navigation, storytelling, and calendar-making. Through illustrations of stars forming various shapes, the students were encouraged to stretch their imaginations and creativity.
Students created their own constellations by drawing outlines and cutting silhouettes from 6-inch by 9-inch blue paper. They glued these silhouettes onto a slightly bigger piece of darker blue paper, adding a variety of stars both inside and outside the shapes. The edges of the paper were rounded, and the constellations crafted by students from pre-kindergarten through third grade were assembled onto an impressive eleven-yard-long sheet of black mural paper.
In a separate art class, second-grade students engaged in creating back-view self-portraits using black markers and crayons. This innovative approach required them to focus on the texture and style of their hair from a fresh perspective. Once completed, the portraits were cut out and mounted onto 12-inch by 18-inch black paper, with stars added to form a night sky above the figures. These “star gazers” were then placed along the bottom of the mural. Large stars hung above the mural, representing each classroom and displaying the phrase “Above All, Be Kind,” alongside the signed names of every student.
The magnitude of this collaborative creation not only highlights the students’ creativity and pride but also serves as a compelling visual reminder of kindness's enduring importance. The mural stands as a celebration of unity, inspiring empathy and motivating the entire school community to engage in acts of kindness every day. Through Mrs. Libby's vision and her students' collaborative efforts, the message of kindness is woven into the very fabric of Fruit Street School.
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🎉 Exciting News for Bangor Students & Staff! 🎉
The PCHC School-Based Health Center (SBHC) for the Bangor School Department is expanding to year-round services, including school vacations and summer—starting with February and April breaks!
🩺 Services Available:
✔️ Primary & acute medical care
✔️ Mental health services
✔️ Available to ALL Bangor School Department students and staff
📌 Location:
Bangor High School (BHS) – all services provided on site
⏰ Hours:
Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📞 Scheduling is easy and unchanged:
Call 207-404-8247
We’re excited to continue supporting our school community—now all year long!
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Please enjoy the January 2026 edition of the Fruit Scoop!
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We would also like to share a quick reminder about morning drop-off procedures to help keep everyone safe and traffic flowing smoothly. If you are walking your student into school, please park in our designated parking spot in Cameron Stadium or on Fruit St. Please remember parking on Fruit St. with the amount of snow spaces will be limited.
Kindly avoid parking or stopping in the Fruit Street School driveway, as this is for bus students only. For those families that are parking in the driveway, will either have a meeting or permission by the office.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support in keeping our mornings safe and efficient for students and staff.
Can your child recognize strangers or unsafe situations online?
Join TONIGHT’S SmartSocial.com live parent event, Avoiding Strangers & Dangerous Situations, to:
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Gain practical steps to help your child stay safe & happy online
Join other parents nationwide for this live discussion.
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Join Us for a Strategic Planning Listening Session!
Attention Bangor Residents and Parents/Guardians of Bangor Students!
The Bangor School Department is excited to invite you to one of our Strategic Planning Listening Sessions. Your voice matters as we shape the future of education in our community!
Share Your Perspectives: We want to hear your thoughts on how we can enhance the learning environment for our students.
Build a Community of Belonging: Contribute to discussions aimed at fostering an inclusive and supportive school atmosphere for all.
To sign up for one of the sessions, go to https://www.bangorschools.net/page/strategic-planning and complete a survey to sign up.
Your input is vital!
For more information, visit our website or contact us at (207) 262-9125.
Together, we can build a brighter future for Bangor schools! #WeAreBangor
Are you seeking a new beginning this year? Looking to make a difference in your community? The Bangor School Department has exciting job opportunities waiting for you on ServingSchools.com!
Why Join Us?
Impact Lives: Be a part of shaping young minds and making a lasting difference in the lives of students.
Supportive Community: Work alongside passionate educators and staff dedicated to fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and various career paths within the school system.
Flexible Positions: Explore various roles that fit your skills and schedule, whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work.
Available Positions:
Teachers: Inspire and educate our future leaders.
Support Staff: Help facilitate a nurturing learning environment.
Administrative Roles: Manage essential operations that keep our schools running smoothly.
Embrace your New Year’s resolution to make a meaningful change! Transform your career and join a team that truly cares about education and community.
Apply Today! Visit ServingSchools.com for listings and details on how to apply. Your new beginning starts here!
Fifth-grade students from Mary Snow School arrived at Fruit Street to spend time working with our Pre-K, kindergarten, and first-grade students. Together, the students collaborated to create a snowman, sharing ideas and teamwork throughout the activity. Afterward, they enjoyed time reading a story together, building connections and fostering a love of learning across grade levels.
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Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday Season!
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Bangor Day—December 23, 2025—Wear Red and White!
During the month of December we are collecting healthy non-perishable foods, including canned vegetables and fruit, canned meat and tuna, cereal, pasta, rice, peanut butter, juice, and beverages.
The City of Bangor and the Bangor School Department will collect money donations. For a $10 donation, BSD staff may wear jeans on December 23.
Donations may be given at any Bangor school.
Please make checks payable to Bangor School Department.
Let's show our Bangor spirit, wear our school colors, and help those in need in our community.
Donation of funds will be collected at all eleven Bangor Schools and City Hall.
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Good morning BSD Families and Staff,
Due to the forecasted winter weather conditions, we will have a half day of school today and all after-school activities are canceled.
BHS will dismiss at 11:00 AM
Middle Schools will dismiss at 11:30 AM
Pre-K through 5 Schools will dismiss at 12:00 PM
Please enjoy the November Fruit Scoop!
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The Fruit Street School would like to wish all families a Happy Thanksgiving!
Drop off food/household items or make a monetary donation (cash, check, or gift card to a local store), and we will stock the tables with the highest need items.
Please drop off by Nov 18
When neighbors need help, our community shows up. Please use one of the two options below to stock the Bangor School Department’s very first “Shop at School” event. On November 20th from 3:30 to 6:30pm, families can visit one of four locations—Bangor High School, William S. Cohen School, Fairmount School, and Downeast School—and fill a shopping bag with needed items.
How You Can Help:
Donate Needed Items: Drop off food/household items by November 18th.
Make a Monetary Donation: Cash, checks, or gift cards are welcome!
Most Needed Items: Canned vegetables/fruits, soups, rice, pasta, cereal, beans, peanut butter, canned meats, snacks, cooking oil, personal care items
Drop-off Location: Bangor High School main office.
For questions, contact Dana Carver-Bialer at 207-992-5596 or dcarverbialer@bangorschools.net.
Thank you for making a difference! ❤️ #WeAreBangor
School Meals will Remain Available for All Students
All students can still get free breakfast and lunch at school every day.
Find Local Food Assistance
If your family needs food support, call 211, or visit the Good Shepherd Food Bank’s Food Pantry Locator to find help near you. Visit www.gsfb.org/get-help/food-map or scan the QR code in the image.
General Assistance
Families can apply for General Assistance, which can help meet basic needs including food, housing, utilities, medical costs, and more. Visit www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/programs-services/general-assistance.
Continue to Apply or Renew SNAP Benefits
You can still apply for or renew SNAP during the shutdown. If you qualify, doing this now will help make sure your benefits are ready as soon as funding resumes. Apply or renew at: www.mymaineconnection.gov.
