In case you missed it, Sanford High senior Riley Hebler played in the McDonald' North/South All-Star Basketball game. Riley represented the Spartans well finishing off her high school career. #SpartanPride.
https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-high-school/article/1035783
Congratulations to SMS 7th grader Alyssa Houde for her cheering team winning first place in the National Cheerleaders Association competition recently!
We have a huge crowd out for the Sanford’s Got Talent talent show at SMS!!
Check out the latest employee spotlight!
https://www.sanford.org/article/1034845
Registration is now open to attend the York County Education Summit at York County Community College on March 21st. The summit helps connect students, community members, and organizations for a day of dynamic workshops on various career and college success topics. Read more about how to register at this link: https://www.sanford.org/article/1034424
The Sanford School Department is hiring school bus drivers. No experience is necessary. We offer a paid school bus training program. You can make a positive difference in the lives of the local children and support education for future generations.
Read more here: https://bit.ly/3T7gOW2
In September, we expect to continue offering full-day pre-k programming at Carl J. Lamb School, Margaret Chase Smith School, Sanford Pride Elementary School, and Sanford Regional Technical Center.
In these Pre-K programs, children participate in age-appropriate learning experiences that promote school readiness and support holistic development.
Our programs focus on reading and math skills, creativity, health and nutrition, and social-emotional development. The lottery registration will close at the end of the day on Friday, March 31, 2023. Check out this article with more information on how to register: https://bit.ly/3mEswey
A reminder that York County Community Action Corporation is hosting a workshop for parents at Sanford Adult Education on Tuesday, March 14th.
https://www.sanford.org/article/1017010
Check out the good news happening at Sanford Pride Elementary!
https://www.sanford.org/o/pride-school/article/1032715
Catch SHS alumni Alia Chase, Marissa Laurendeau, Cruise Lizotte-Johnson, Cameron Eckelman, and Elaina Hanselmann on local lacrosse fields this spring!
https://bit.ly/3Ti9KGl
Good luck to the Unified Basketball team today in their game at Biddeford High School at 3:30 p.m.!
Reminder that Sanford's Got Talent 2023 is on Friday at 4:30pm in the SMS cafe!! Students, families, and staff and welcome to attend. Admission is $5. There will also be concessions and raffles!! We have an incredible show this year!!
Mr. E’s PE Class at Carl J. Lamb made the heart parachute beat last week which brought oxygen and carbon dioxide balls to the lungs, body, head, and heart!
Junior Achievement is a nonprofit organization that recruits volunteers to teach students about economics and personal finance. Sanford Middle School has been hosting this event for many years. On Wednesday, 11 volunteers from local businesses came to Sanford Middle School to teach 8th graders about economic and personal finance. Students rotated five sessions and learned about topics such as international trade, business, and culture.
https://bit.ly/3L6TPZ4
Today is International Women's Day!
Every year on March 8th we celebrate the women of the world who have made strides in closing the gender gap and pay tribute to the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women throughout history.
The Sanford School Department is proud to honor the women who have, and continue to, educate the children of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
High schoolers looking for community service, want a fun way to earn your volunteer hours? Come hang out at Little League Park @ our concession stand. Jobs include: Making burgers and fries, some cashier work, stocking, and cleaning. Mostly just helping to motivate and put smiles on little kids faces!!!
Contact: Diane Gallant at Danierivard45@gmail.com
Mrs. Abell's, Mrs. Morrison's and Mrs. Deschambault's first grade students at Margaret Chase Smith have been busy the past few weeks drafting various informational pieces. Last Friday they had the opportunity to showcase their work for classroom visitors. These future authors did an amazing job adding details and interesting facts about their animals.
The Maine Department of Transportation is conducting an on-demand public meeting to discuss improvements to the Powers Bridge in Sanford. Powers Bridge is located on Route 4 over the Mousam River. The meeting will give information about the proposed project, including video presentations and other pertinent information to help the public understand the project.
https://bit.ly/3YroLWX
Happy #SSWweek2023! We are proud to recognize School Social Workers as they support and provide direct services to students who experience academic and social difficulties, developing relationships that bolster self-esteem and reward positive behavior. Join us and @TheSSWAA in thanking a School Social Worker today! #WeRise2023
Reminder that tonight at 6pm in the competition gym will be the 2nd Annual High School Instrumental Showcase. This concert features every instrumental ensemble we offer at SHS, besides the marching band. Come check it out!