
π Exciting News! π The 2024-2025 school calendar is now LIVE! π
Head over to our website to check out all the important dates and start planning for a fantastic school year ahead! π«β¨ Click the link below to stay in the loop! β¬οΈ
π www.bangorschools.org
#SchoolCalendar #BangorTownshipSchools #PlanAhead #BackToSchool


ππ£ Attention Seniors! ππ£
After the Senior Send-Off on May 23 at 6:30 PM at John Glenn High School, graduates can pick up their personalized yard signs to proudly display at home! ππ‘ Let's celebrate our amazing Class of 2024!ππΎ
#BobcatNation #Classof2024 #CongratulationsSeniors


π Meet Our Team Monday! π
Today we are meeting Ms. Kimberlee Eckerd, one of our enthusiastic Kindergarten Teachers at Bangor West Elementary! ππ Ms. Eckerd has been a part of our district family for six years, bringing joy and creativity into her classroom every day.
After beginning her teaching career here in Bangor, Ms. Eckerd recently enhanced her skills by earning a Master's in Literacy. πβ¨ She is passionate about forming lasting bonds with her students and their families, finding immense reward in these relationships. β€οΈπ¨βπ©βπ§
When she's not shaping young minds, Kimberlee loves to bake πͺ, dive into a good book π, and spend quality time with her adorable goldendoodle, Axel! πΆπ
Kim is inspired by the whimsical wisdom of "Alice in Wonderland," by Lewis Carroll, often embracing the idea that "sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." ππ³οΈ
π Thank you, Ms. Eckerd, for making the impossible possible for our little learners! Keep inspiring those bright young minds! ππ


ππ Is your little scholar ready for their next big adventure? π
β¨ Now's the time to enroll your preschool graduate into Kindergarten or Young Fives at Bangor Township Schools! Whether youβre in-district or looking for a Schools of Choice option, our enrollment process is simple! π Find all the details and our online registration on our Kindergarten page.
π www.bangorschools.org/page/kindergarten
#KindergartenEnrollment #FutureBobcats #BobcatNation


ππ°οΈ Throwing it back to 1989 for this week's #ThrowbackThursday! π
Check out these snapshots from John Glenn High Schoolβs Class of '89 as they celebrated their big day. As we count down the weeks to the Class of 2024's graduation, let's take a moment to remember the laughs, the caps thrown, and the unforgettable memories created by past generations. Seniors, your moment is just around the cornerβget ready to make your own history! ππ¨βπ
#ClassOf89 #JGHSHistory #BobcatNation


π Congratulations to our very own Sarah Schomaker, Bangor West principal, for being honored with the prestigious Heroes in Education Award by the College of Education at Saginaw Valley State University! π
β¨ From her beginnings as a passionate educator to her leadership today, Sarah's journey is a testament to dedication and innovation in education. This award adorns the walls of Gilbertson Hall, but Sarah's impact is felt every day in the halls of our school. Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement! ππ #HeroesinEducation #BobcatNation




π Join us in celebrating Staff Appreciation Week! π
β¨ A huge thank you to all our Bobcat staff who dedicate their days to inspiring and innovating the minds of tomorrow. Your hard work does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for everything you do to make our school a better place. Here's to every staff member who helps our students imagine, inspire, and innovate every day! ππΎ
#ThankYou #StaffAppreciationWeek #BobcatNation


π Meet Our Team Monday! π
Say hello to Mrs. Katie Zacharko, our Young Fives Teacher at Bangor Lincoln! ππ Katie has been nurturing our district's youngest learners since 2012, creating a fun and engaging environment where "play is the work of childhood." - Jean Piaget π§ΈποΈ
Katie began her educational journey at SVSU, where she graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, along with minors in Early Childhood, Social Studies, and English. She furthered her expertise by earning a Master's in Curriculum and Instruction in 2020. ππ
Her teaching career started as a student teacher in 2008, and after teaching first grade and kindergarten at a charter school in Flint, she returned to Bangor to specialize in Young Fives. Over the years, she's made a significant impact, especially with her return to Bangor Lincoln this year to lead a new Young Fives section. π±β¨
What drives Katie is the joy of seeing her students' developmentβthe sparkle in their eyes when they master a new skill is her greatest reward. She believes that "Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Teddy Roosevelt πͺπΌπ
Off duty, Katie is all about family; sheβs a proud mom of three boys, and her husband also teaches in the district. π‘π Besides teaching, she loves her collection of Sharpies and Post-It notes, and did we mention sheβs left-handed? ποΈπ€
ππ Thank you for everything you do, Mrs. Zacharko!
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #MeetOurTeam #BobcatNation


π¦ΈββοΈπ½οΈ Happy School Lunch Hero Day! π
Today, we celebrate the superheroes behind the scenes who make mealtime magical! π₯ͺβ¨ From early morning preps to serving smiles with every tray, our lunch team does it all with heart and dedication.
π Let's cheer for our incredible cafeteria crew who keep our students fueled and ready to learn every day! ππ©βπ³
#SchoolLunchHeroDay #FuelingFutures #BobcatNation #BangorTwpFoodServices




ππ°οΈ Stepping back in time this #ThrowbackThursday to 1967βcelebrating John Glenn High School's first-ever graduating class! π As we gear up for the 2024 graduation, let's honor our roots and the traditions that started it all. Back then, our auditorium and commons were decked out to celebrate the students who set the stage for decades of excellence. π Here's to the past, present, and future Bobcats! πΎ #JGHSClassOf67 #BobcatNation #GraduationSeason


π Schools of Choice Applications are NOW OPEN for the 2024-2025 school year! π«β¨
ποΈ Apply from today, May 1, through August 30, 2024
β All Grades
π www.bangorschools.org/page/enrollment ππ
ππΎChoose to be a part of #BobcatNation! πΎπ
#SchoolsofChoice #ApplyToday #ImagineInspireInnovate


Traveling through time with #ThrowbackThursday to CMMS's 1998 trip to Washington D.C.! Fast forward to today, our middle schoolers are walking the same historic paths. From past to present, the adventure continues! πΊοΈπ°οΈπ£
#BobcatNation #CMMSDCAdventure #HistoryInMotion


π Incredible innovation for a heartwarming cause! π
Meet Emma & Madalyn, the STEMatic Duo from John Glenn High School π«, whose project just earned third place at the A.H. Nickless Innovation Award.π₯
Emma and Madalyn created a clothing kit to ease the chemotherapy process for pediatric cancer patients, including a sweatshirt-blanket, an eye mask, and non-slip socks. 𧦠These young innovators each won $1,000 in scholarships and earned a $5,000 STEM grant for John Glenn. Big thanks to Mr. Shawn Maison for coaching the team. π
Congratulations Emma and Madalyn, we are so proud of your accomplishments!
#StudentInnovators #STEMaticDuo #AHNicklessInnovationAward #BobcatNation



ππ Honking our horns for the amazing drivers of #BobcatNation on Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Every day, they steer us toward success with safety, care, and smiles. ππ Let's give a big round of applause to those who keep the wheels of education rolling! Thank you, drivers, for fueling our students' journey! #BusDriverAppreciation #SchoolSpirit #SafeRides πβ¨



π Meet Our Team! π
Today we celebrate Mr. Seth Taylor, our Employee of the Month for March! As IT Assistant, Mr. Taylor keeps our tech in tip-top shape π₯οΈ and always extends a helping hand to our students and staff! π Join us in applauding his dedication and hard work. Thank you, Mr. Taylor, for powering our digital success! π»π
#EmployeeOfTheMonth #TechPride #MeetOurTeam #BobcatNation


Get ready to hoop it up this summer! π Our JGHS Boys and Girls basketball teams are thrilled to host their annual summer camps! π
Boys Camp: June 10-13, Grades K-9th
π https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CJVY
Girls Camp: June 17-20, Grades 2nd-8th
π https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CKQQ
These camps will be held at the John Glenn Gym.
Register today and let's make this summer all about buckets and fun! π #JGHSCamps #SummerHoops #BobcatNation #SummerCamp



April is Stress Awareness Month! πΌ As students, itβs normal to feel the pressure of exams and daily routines. Letβs break it down and manage stress better! π
π§ββοΈ Try some calming techniques like meditation or deep breathing - itβs amazing what a few deep breaths can do!
π¨ Engage in activities you enjoy - listen to your favorite song, sketch, or catch a beautiful sunset.
πΆββοΈ Take time out for a walk or some exercise - movement is a great stress buster.
This month, let's embrace stress management, and be kind to our minds. #StressAwarenessMonth #MindfulMoments #BobcatNation π


ππ¨π·π Let the creativity flow! NAHS proudly presents their annual Fine Arts Fundraiser, running from April 15 to May 6! π Support the arts and snag fantastic deals with a Bay County Coupon Book. Enjoy half-off at your favorite local spots, with coupons valid through July 2025! Get yours now and make a difference! ππΎ
π Shop here: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CKBR
#BobcatNation #BayCountyCouponBook #NAHS


πβ¨ Throwback to the unforgettable 1998 prom night at JGHS! As we look back on those classic moments, let's get ready to create new ones.
β Juniors and Seniors β
Prom 2024 is just around the corner on April 27th! Grab your tickets now and get ready to dance the night away πΊπ
Purchase your tickets here: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CJWW
#JGHSProm2024 #TBT #BobcatNation


π¨β¨ Art has the power to transform, illuminate, and inspire. Our talented students are doing just that! We're brimming with pride as we announce that the creative works of Bangor Township K-12 art students will be showcased at Studio 23's annual Kids' Kreations & Teen Works Exhibit.
Join us in celebrating the imagination and skill of our young artists:
π« JGHS: Sydney Barker, Emma Blossom, Gaby Colon, Kaitlin Coberley, Karlie Crane, Emma Dabrowski, Alea Durocher, Lillian Fenner, Gracie Fernette, Olive Graves, Mara Hernandez, Haley Janeczek, Gracien Knox, Cole Metevia, Stormy Pelton, Katelyn Randall, Madalyn Schlicht & Leah Wolcott.
π« CMMS: Sophia Beam, Averi Bucec, Emily Eickholt, Izabel Caldwell, Avyonnah Gutierrez, Maisyn Lee, Piper Lewis, Brenna Nemode, Alivia Ruppert, & Macey Veitengruber.
π« Elementary: Quentin Arnold, Victoria Bednarski, Halle Blank, Jace Clarkson, Lily Gerisch, Lori Howell, Karly Kontranowski, Mallory Krol, Carsyn Krzyminski, Avery Neering, Cruz Phillips, Easton Phillips, Avery Prior, Kaden Raymond, Aria Ritchie, Kenzie Staley, Carson Weiss, & Madelyn Wint.
The exhibit runs from April 21st to May 11th. Let's fill Studio 23 with community support! ποΈπ
#StudentArtists #Studio23 #KidsKreations #TeenWorks #ArtExhibit #SupportYoungArtists #BobcatNation
