The Sanford School Department hosted its second District-Wide Kindergarten Registration event on Wednesday, March 4 at Sanford Pride Elementary School, welcoming incoming kindergarten families from across the community.
The event provided families with the opportunity to register their child for kindergarten while also connecting directly with school staff who will play an important role in their child’s school experience. Staff members in red shirts were stationed throughout the room to guide families through the registration process and answer questions. Additionally, members of Sanford High School’s new Interact Club volunteered their time to help.
Parents had the chance to speak with Kindergarten teachers, administrators, school counselors, nurses, social workers, and special education staff, making it easier to ask questions and begin building relationships before the first day of school.
In addition to completing registration, families were able to learn about a wide range of resources available throughout the Sanford community. Representatives from more than a dozen local organizations attended to share information and connect with families, including MaineHealth – Partners for a Healthier Community (HEAL Team), the Sanford Backpack Program, Kids Free to Grow, United Way, Springvale Library, SSYAA, Sanford Community Adult Education (SCAE), York County Community Action Corporation (YCCAC), Head Start, Kids Kove Childcare and Learning Center, Curtis Lake Church Early Learning Center, YMCA, and all three Sanford elementary school PTAs. The Sanford School Department thanks these community partners for helping make the evening such a valuable experience for families.
Children were also welcomed into the event, enjoying a snack provided by the school nutrition team and leaving with a book from Sanford’s 10 High Quality Book Campaign to take home, helping make the evening a positive first step toward their kindergarten experience.
Families who were unable to attend registration night can still register their incoming kindergartner by calling the Sanford School Department at (207) 324-2810. Current Pre-K students are automatically registered but are always welcome to attend events like this for an early glimpse of what lies ahead.
The next stop on the Kindergarten Trail is the Kindergarten Exploration on Wednesday, April 9, from 5:00–6:00 p.m. at each elementary school, where students will have the opportunity to visit a kindergarten classroom and get a hands-on look at what’s ahead.