
The Sanford-Springvale YMCA recently celebrated something very special - their FIRST-EVER Pre-K graduation! 16 amazing little graduates walked across that stage, marking the successful completion of the inaugural year of their partnership with the Sanford School Department.
This free, full-day Pre-K program has been a game-changer for local families, and we're thrilled to see it continue next year with even more support through their Wrap-Around program!
Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2271970


The Sanford School Department wishes a Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads in our community. Today, we celebrate and honor all that you do to make a positive impact on your family. We wish all of the fathers a great day.

Sanford Community Adult Education proudly celebrated 32 graduates Wednesday evening!
There were powerful stories of determination, resilience, and the belief that it's NEVER too late to chase your dreams. Each graduate proved that with hard work and community support, anything is possible.
(Photo courtesy of Lisa Blanchette)
Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2268891


Good luck to the Sanford High School baseball team today as they play Marshwood in the quarterfinals of the Class A South Playoffs at 3 pm at Marshwood High School!


Good evening. Here is the link to the latest 'Sanford School Department newsletter - https://bit.ly/4dRoSo4. This issue celebrates Sanford High School's Commencement Ceremony, and also includes summer meal program details. Enjoy

Good afternoon. The Sanford School Department's 2025-2026 school budget was approved at yesterday's voter referendum. A big THANK YOU to everyone who voted. We appreciate and are grateful for everyone's support.

SRTC Health Occupations students were recently honored at their annual Pinning Ceremony, marking the beginning of their careers as Certified Nursing Assistants! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2240771


Good morning. A reminder to all eligible Sanford / Springvale voters that voting for the Sanford School Department Budget Validation Referendum is today. The polls will be open from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM. at SHS/SRTC. Thank you .

🐕💙 What a pawsome year it's been at Sanford Middle School! We want to give a huge shout-out to our amazing therapy dog team from the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk who have been brightening our students' days with bi-weekly visits all year long.
A special thank you to Butterscotch, our sweet yellow lab, and his wonderful handler Karen, along with Boots, our friendly labradoodle, and his caring handler Amy.



A reminder that voting for the Sanford School Department's 2025-2026 Budget Validation is this Tuesday, June 10th. The Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM at Sanford High School & Technical Center, (100 Alumni Blvd, Sanford). As you plan your week, please find time to vote this Tuesday. Thank you for your support.

Sanford Middle School student Xyla Kurz has won the Secretary of State's Eighth Grade Citizenship Award for her exceptional leadership, community service, and acts of kindness. Whether she's in theater, band, or the Civil Rights Team, Xyla shows up for her community in meaningful ways! Read all about it: https://www.sanford.org/article/2256264


Sanford High School's Graduation Ceremony for the Class of 2025 is tonight starting at 6 pm! The ceremony will also be live streamed on WSSR TV's YouTube page if you can't make it. Here's the link to watch it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T_hOuwdMVYA

This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our schools in their caps and gowns!
The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School.
What a heartwarming tradition! Seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.






Sanford High School's Senior Awards Night is TONIGHT at 6 pm in the Performing Arts Center! If you can't make it, you can watch it live on WSSRTV's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SIPy11Jc0A

Good evening. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Voting for the Sanford school budget validation referendum is Tuesday, June 10th at Sanford High School. Absentee ballots are available at City Hall between 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM until this Thursday June 5th. To find out more about the school budget use this link - https://5il.co/3hpby Thank you for your support.

We celebrated 17 amazing seniors at our Athletic Signing Ceremony Wednesday afternoon in the Performing Arts Center. These dedicated student-athletes are officially committed to continue their sports careers at the college level!
From basketball and soccer to wrestling, lacrosse, field hockey, baseball, football, track and field, and cheerleading - our Spartans are headed to colleges across New England and beyond to pursue their academic and athletic dreams.
WMTW Channel 8 News was there to cover this special celebration! Check out their story here:. 📺 https://www.wmtw.com/article/sanford-hosts-comittment-ceremony-for-athletes/64910713



Sanford High School is excited to host the SMAA Track & Field Championship this afternoon. Please come join us in watching the best talent in Southern Maine compete for a regional championship. Field events begin at 3:30 pm, and running events at 4:30 pm!


Good evening. Here is the link to the latest Sanford School Department newsletter, the 'Sanford Spotlight' bit.ly/3YVrv21 This issue includes Elks Lodge Youth Banquet honoring SHS's top students, student leadership stories and SRTC students inducted into the NTHS.Enjoy!

🚶♀️🚶♂️ Carl J. Lamb Elementary families are loving the Walking School Bus Program now happening in the Brook Street/Lafayette neighborhood! Students are starting their day with a fun, safe walk to the bus stop with caring volunteers. Read how this community partnership is making mornings brighter for local families! https://www.sanford.org/article/2235808


Good evening. The Sanford School Department is in the process of updating our Mission, Vision, Core Principles & Beliefs on Learning and Portrait of a Graduate. We would love your feedback. Please use think link to access the survey https://forms.gle/m1KmV3wYwck9VhsN7. Please complete this 1st feedback loop by Wed. June 4. Your feedback is important and welcomed.