Sanford School Department

Never forget. Important to take the time today to remember.

A reminder that Early Release Wednesdays begin this afternoon. Starting today, all students will be dismissed one hour prior to their regular dismissal time every Wednesday throughout the 2019/2020 school year.

This is a message from the Sanford School Department for Thursday, September 5th. Since this is the first day of kindergarten, all elementary buses are running at least 10 minutes late. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Open House ​Hello, I am sending a quick reminder that the Open House for 8th Grade is tomorrow from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Sanford High School. There is also a quick sports informational meeting from 6:00 to 6:30 at the junior high. I hope to see you tomorrow night. Respectfully, Chuck Potter

Today the Sanford School Department starts the 2019-2020 school year for students in grades 1-9. Please be extra cautious driving.

The Sanford Regional Technical Center has been selected as the beneficiary of the Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag Program! When the $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Hannaford at 800 Main St., Sanford in September, we receive a $1 donation. Thank you for your help!

We would like to remind all families and teachers that have registered for Stuff the Bus to pick up their supplies at Curtis Lake Church tomorrow Saturday, August 24th from 9-12.

Dear Parents of 8th Graders, This is just a reminder that this Thursday evening, August 22nd, there will be an Orientation Night for the incoming 8th graders and their parents. We will meet in the Sanford High School’s Performing Arts Center from 5:00-6:00. We hope to address any lingering questions and to see the facility again. The Peer Helpers from SHS will be on hand to lead you and your 8th grader on a tour of Sanford High School. We hope you will join us. Respectfully, Matt Petermann, SHS Principal Chuck Potter, Principal with the 8th Graders

The Sanford Backpack Program holds a free food distribution on Thursday's at 9:30 am at St. Thomas School parking lot. All Sanford families are welcome. You can bring your own bags. Boxes/bags are also available. This morning distribution will end once school starts in Sept.

Sanford High School student-athletes participating in a fall sport must complete the Family ID registration prior to the start of pre-season practice on Aug. 19th. The link for family ID can be found on the athletic department web page. A current physical form must be on file with the athletic office and the Family ID registration must be completed before students will be allowed to participate.

SJHS & SHS students who need a sports physical will be able to receive one on Wed. Aug. 7th from 3 to 5 PM at Sanford High School in Room D105. The cost is $20 and checks can be made payable to York Hospital. Students must be accompanied by parent/guardian or have signed form.

SJHS & SHS students who need a sports physical will be able to receive one on Wed. Aug. 7th from 3 to 5 PM at Sanford High School in Room D105. The cost is $20 and checks can be made payable to York Hospital. Students must be accompanied by parent/guardian or have signed form.

Dear Sanford families, do you have a child in need of assistance in the Fall with a backpack and school supplies? If yes, please visit stuffthebus.me to register. You will be given an appointment time for August 24th, at Curtis Lake Church. Prompt registration is strongly recommended as space is limited.

Please be aware that Margaret Chase Smith School is closed for the summer. It is an official construction site and unauthorized people are not allowed on school grounds without permission for safety reasons. Thank you for your cooperation.

Gordon Smith, Director of Opioid Response from Governor Mills office speaking to Rotary this morning. “Addiction does not discriminate”

Happy Father's Day from the Sanford School Department to all the dads out there including the ones we miss....

School Budget Voting Results (cont.): Article 2 – Do you wish to continue the budget validation referendum process in the Sanford School Department for an additional years? Yes = 421 No = 206 Thanks to everyone who voted.

Budget Validation Referendum Voting Results: Article 1 – Shall the City of Sanford adopt the 2019/2020 school budget as proposed by the Budget Committee and approved by the City Council? Yes = 510 No = 119 Thanks to everyone who voted.

School Budget Voting Results: Article 1 – Shall the City of Sanford adopt the 2019/2020 school budget as proposed by the Budget Committee and approved by the City Council? Yes = 510No = 119 Article 2 – Do you wish to continue the budget validation referendum process in the Sanford School Department for an additional years? Yes = 421 No = 206 Thanks to everyone who voted.

Due to the weather, the 7th Grade Laudholm Farm trip is going to be postponed until Friday, June 14. Please make sure that your student wears appropriate clothing, including comfortable footwear such as sneakers. Also, he or she should have insect repellent, sunscreen, and plenty of water. If your student ordered a school lunch ahead of time, it will be provided. If not, he or she will need to come with a lunch and snacks. Cell phones wouldn’t be needed as Friday is still considered a school day and school rules still apply. If you need to contact your child, please call the Sanford Junior High School office at 207 324 3114, and they will make contact with our group. As always, thank you for being such a supportive community to your Spartans!