Sanford School Department

Yesterday afternoon, Margaret Chase Smith Pre-K students welcomed family members for their third learning showcase, while first-graders hosted a showcase of their own. During center time, students took the lead, guiding their guests through all of their new learning.

Good evening. Here is the link to the latest Sanford School Department newsletter - https://tinyurl.com/64kk82uh. This edition highlights Sanford High School's new Interact Club making an impact on the community and features our State of the Schools report. It also spotlight's SRTC being represented at the Hall of Flags at the State Capitol celebrating CTE month, along with a special visit from a children's author at our elementary schools. You'll find student work from SMS Times online newspaper, Sights Around Our Schools capturing moments from across the district, WMTW visiting Margaret Chase Smith , and more. We also share highlights from each school, important updates, and ways to stay connected with Sanford Schools. Enjoy

7th graders at Sanford Middle School just wrapped up a learning unit on the Holocaust, and what a way to finish it. Students spent the past several weeks studying the Holocaust in both social studies and ELA, and capped it all off with a live performance by Russell Kaback whose show, 25044: A Musical Story of Resilience, tells the true story of his grandfather's survival. It was moving, it was powerful, and our kids were fully present for every minute of it.

Margaret Chase Smith third graders recently welcomed families to a special Learning Showcase highlighting their incredible work from their Roman Myths unit.

Students transformed into storytellers and scholars as they shared their knowledge of gods and goddesses from ancient Rome.

Throughout the cafeteria, families were able to see student writing and creative clay projects. We are so proud of their hard work and the way they showcased their learning with pride and enthusiasm.

Thank you to all the families who joined to celebrate this exciting afternoon of mythological mastery!

Good evening. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Due to the predicted severe winter storm with high winds and near zero visibility, Sanford Schools and the Central Office will be closed on Monday, February 23, 2026. Please be safe and plan for opening on Tuesday.

Come join us at Sanford Community Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on March 4th from 3:30–6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary (708 Main Street). It's a great chance to meet school staff and community providers, pick up a free book and K bag, and get your child registered for the 2026–2027 school year — all in one place!

✅ Kids must turn 5 on or before October 15th to be eligible

✅ Bring proof of residency (utility bill, tax bill, rent/mortgage receipt) and your child's birth certificate

✅ Can't make it in person? You can also pre-register online at www.sanford.org

Shoutout to the Sanford High School Peer Helpers for hosting their Annual Kindness Awards last Friday— the perfect way to wrap up the week before February break! 🎉 Congratulations to all the students being recognized for spreading kindness.

Congratulations to our basketball teams on advancing to the semifinals on Thursday, February 19th. The girls will play at 1:00 pm vs South Portland, and the boys will play at 6:00 pm vs Portland. You can buy tickets ahead of time at the following link: GoFan.co/MPA

Good luck to our Girls Basketball team as they travel to the Portland Expo today to play the Thornton Academy Golden Trojans at 2:45 pm. Tickets can be purchased online using the QR code or at the door.

We were proud to represent Sanford Regional Technical Center yesterday at the Hall of Flags in the State Capitol in Augusta as part of CTE Month celebrations!

Career and Technical Education is thriving across Maine, and we're honored to be part of this growing movement.

What an incredible winter season for Sanford Athletics! Our wrestling team has qualified 7 wrestlers to compete in the Class A State Championship on Saturday, February 14th at 10:00 AM at Cony High School. We will also have Kylee Hunt compete in the Girls State Championship on Tuesday, February 17th at 10:00 AM at Belfast High School.

Our Boys Basketball team has completed the regular season 17-1, finishing as the #2 seed in Class A South! They will play #10 Bonny Eagle on Saturday, February 14th at 2:45 PM at the Portland Expo.

Our Boys & Girls Track & Field team has 23 student-athletes qualify to compete in the State Championship Meet on Monday, February 16th at 12:00 PM at the USM Field House in Gorham.

Our Girls Basketball team has completed the regular season 16-2, finishing as the #2 seed in Class A South! They will play #7 Thornton Academy on Tuesday, February 17th at 2:45 PM at the Portland Expo.

Tickets for all events can be purchased at the door or online at GoFan.co. Let's pack the stands and show our Spartans some love! #GoSpartans

📚 What an exciting day for our fourth graders yesterday! Children's author Frank Cole visited Margaret Chase Smith, Carl J. Lamb, and Sanford Pride Elementary Schools to share his writing journey and inspire young writers.

Submit Community Announcements on our website at the following link: https://www.sanford.org/page/community-announcements
Join Sanford Parks & Recreation for FREE winter fun for the whole family!
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Where: Gowen Park & Memorial Gym
Cost: FREE
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES - Gowen Park (9:00 AM–12:00 PM)
Sledding, bonfire, cross-country ski and snowshoe races on the tennis courts. Race prizes sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Sanford. (Weather-dependent)
INDOOR ACTIVITIES - Memorial Gym (10:00 AM–2:00 PM)
Toddle Time for preschoolers (Café), art station (lower level), inflatables (gym), plus free water, hot cocoa, and popcorn.

After strong regular seasons, Sanford High School’s boys and girls basketball teams turn their focus to the playoffs. Hear what the coaches and players have to say about the upcoming playoffs! https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-high-school/article/2702699

Submit Community Announcements on our website at the following link: https://www.sanford.org/page/community-announcements
The City of Sanford and ACETO Landscape Architecture are hosting a workshop to gather input on Cobb Stadium's future.
When: Thursday, February 12th, 5:30–7:00 PM
Where: Memorial Gym Cafeteria
Join for a hands-on session to share your ideas through small-group discussions, mapping activities, and feedback. Your input will help shape the planning process.
Please arrive at 5:30 PM

WMTW Meteorologist Victoria Wisniewski stopped by Margaret Chase Smith Elementary for their "Weather at Your School" segment. Our students had a great time learning about weather! Check out the segment here: https://www.wmtw.com/article/weather-at-your-school-margaret-chase-smith-school-2026/70303132

Good luck to our Unified basketball team as they host the Wells Warriors at 3:30 pm today!

Sanford-Springvale Little League - 2026 Season Registration Open
Registration is now open through March 15th for baseball and softball. Financial assistance is available for families who need it. Learn more: https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/default.aspx?tabid=2538322
📢 Want to share announcements like this one? Community organizations and booster groups can submit information through our online form for approval and posting at the following link: https://www.sanford.org/page/community-announcements

The Sanford School Department Pre-K Lottery for the 2026-2027 School Year closes on Friday, February 13th. To enter the lottery click here: https://aptg.co/mzGzHf

Sanford High School’s Interact Club is making its mark on the community by ringing bells for charity, serving veterans, and bringing smiles to elementary students. These students are proving that when young people come together with a mission, amazing things happen. Find out how it all started and what's coming next here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2683822