Good evening. Here is the link to the latest edition of the Sanford School Department's newsletter - https://tinyurl.com/549ur2aw This edition highlights Sanford High School's Unified Basketball Team and also spotlights an SHS senior successfully balancing two automotive jobs through Extended Learning Opportunities, along with student musicians earning recognition at the MMEA District Honors Festival. You'll find updates on Sanford Middle School's Ski Club adventures, learning showcases at our elementary schools, a spotlight on SRTC's Digital Design Program, student work from The Spartan Times, and Sights Around Our Schools . We also share important updates, and ways to stay connected with Sanford Schools. Enjoy!
about 6 hours ago, Matt Nelson
Ever wonder what goes into creating the logos, graphics, and designs you see every day?

SRTC's Digital Design students are learning exactly that and they're winning awards while doing it! From branding statewide conferences to designing for our own Sanford School Department, these students are turning creative passion into real career skills.

Read more about the program here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2669369
about 13 hours ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2669369
Tonight our basketball teams have a double header against Kennebunk at Partners Bank Gymnasium. For boys basketball: Freshman plays at 4:00 PM in the practice gym, JV at 4:00 PM in Partners Bank Gymnasium, and Varsity at 7:00 PM in Partners Bank Gymnasium. For girls basketball: Varsity plays at 5:30 PM in Partners Bank Gymnasium.
1 day ago, Sanford School Department
Tonight our basketball teams have a double header against Kennebunk at Partners Bank Gymnasium. For boys basketball: Freshman plays at 4:00 PM in the practice gym, JV at 4:00 PM in Partners Bank Gymnasium, and Varsity at 7:00 PM in Partners Bank Gymnasium. For girls basketball: Varsity plays at 5:30 PM in Partners Bank Gymnasium.
Good luck to the Unified Basketball team as they head to Massabesic this afternoon. Game will begin at 3:30 pm.
2 days ago, Sanford School Department
Good luck to the Unified Basketball team as they head to Massabesic this afternoon. Game will begin at 3:30 pm.
The Sanford High School Spartan Cheerleaders competed today in the SMAA Cheerleading Championship hosted at Sanford High School. They earned themselves a spot at the state championships scheduled for February 7th in Augusta. Congratulations athletes we are all proud of you!
4 days ago, Tracy Gibson
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This week Sanford Middle School celebrated Great Kindness Challenge Week, and 6th grader Alice Giberti showed us what it truly means to spread positivity!

Alice came up with her own idea: she wrote uplifting messages for students in every grade level with notes saying "you matter," "keep going," "don't give up," and "think of the good things." Then she walked through our building, delivering these encouraging words to students.

5 days ago, Sanford School Department
This week Sanford Middle School celebrated Great Kindness Challenge Week, and sixth-grader Alice Giberti showed us what it truly means to spread positivity! Alice came up with her own idea: she wrote uplifting messages for students in every grade level with notes saying "you matter," "keep going," "don't give up," and "think of the good things." Then she walked through our building, delivering these encouraging words to students.
Proud of our students! SHS senior Lucas Barrow is gaining real-world experience at TWO local automotive shops while completing his SRTC coursework. This is what hands-on learning looks like. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2667230
6 days ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2667230
Great job by our Unified Basketball team today during their home opener against Kennebunk!
6 days ago, Sanford School Department
Great job by our Unified Basketball team today during their home opener against Kennebunk!
Great job by our Unified Basketball team today during their home opener against Kennebunk!
Great job by our Unified Basketball team today during their home opener against Kennebunk!
Congratulations to our Sanford High School vocalists who participated in the Maine Music Educators Association District Honors Festival this past weekend!

Our students were selected through a competitive audition process and spent the weekend rehearsing with top musicians from across the region before presenting a final concert.
8 days ago, Sanford School Department
Congratulations to our 19 Sanford High School vocalists who participated in the Maine Music Educators Association District Honors Festival this past weekend! Our students were selected through a competitive audition process and spent the weekend rehearsing with top musicians from across the region before presenting a final concert.
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Unified Basketball @ 3:30PM @ Kennebunk HS
Freshman Boys Basketball @ 4PM @ SHS
JV Boys Basketball @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Varsity Boys Basketball @ 7PM @ SHS
JV Girls Basketball @ 4:30PM @ Massabesic HS
Varsity Girls Basketball @ 6PM @ Massabesic HS
9 days ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford Middle School's Ski Club is back for its fourth year and better than ever! Students are spending their winter days at Pleasant Mountain, whether they're first-timers learning the basics or experienced riders tackling challenging runs near the summit.

With dedicated adult volunteers, comprehensive safety measures, and four trips planned throughout the winter, the program is creating unforgettable experiences and building friendships that extend beyond the classroom.

Read all about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2654441
9 days ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2654441
Happy Snow Day! Hope everyone is safe. Here is the link to the latest edition of the Sanford School Department's newsletter - https://tinyurl.com/yjpewh7b. It highlights our new Mission, Vision, Core Principles & Beliefs on Learning, and Portrait of a Future-Ready Graduate and branding. It also spotlight's SHS' annual Wrestling Tournament, along with a special visit from a NYT Best Selling author at SMS. You'll find student work from SMS Times online newspaper and SHS Spartan Times, SRTC's cafe now welcoming the public, Sights Around Our Schools capturing moments from across the district, and Pre-K Lottery information for families. We also share important updates, and ways to stay connected with Sanford Schools. Enjoy!
9 days ago, Matt Nelson
In addition to Sanford schools being closed, the Sanford School Department Central Office at City Hall will also be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026 due to the predicted amount of snow and duration. Central Office personnel will be working remotely. Be safe during this significant snow event..
10 days ago, Matt Nelson
Good afternoon. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Due to the weather forecast and anticipated conditions, there will be no school in Sanford on Monday, January 26, 2026 and all after school activities are cancelled. Stay safe everyone!
10 days ago, Matt Nelson
Today was filled with incredible learning celebrations! Our kindergarten team at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary hosted their very first showcase this afternoon - what a special milestone! Meanwhile, our 2nd graders at Carl J. Lamb Elementary welcomed families in to share their Greek Gods/Goddesses CKLA unit of study. The students did an amazing job showcasing their learning!

Thank you to all the families who joined us today and to our dedicated teachers for creating these meaningful opportunities for students to shine!
12 days ago, Sanford School Department
Today was filled with incredible learning celebrations! Our kindergarten team at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary hosted their very first showcase this afternoon - what a special milestone! Meanwhile, our 2nd graders at Carl J. Lamb Elementary welcomed families in to share their Greek Gods/Goddesses CKLA unit of study. The students did an amazing job showcasing their learning! Thank you to all the families who joined us today and to our dedicated teachers for creating these meaningful opportunities for students to shine!
Today was filled with incredible learning celebrations! Our kindergarten team at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary hosted their very first showcase this afternoon - what a special milestone! Meanwhile, our 2nd graders at Carl J. Lamb Elementary welcomed families in to share their Greek Gods/Goddesses CKLA unit of study. The students did an amazing job showcasing their learning! Thank you to all the families who joined us today and to our dedicated teachers for creating these meaningful opportunities for students to shine!
Today was filled with incredible learning celebrations! Our kindergarten team at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary hosted their very first showcase this afternoon - what a special milestone! Meanwhile, our 2nd graders at Carl J. Lamb Elementary welcomed families in to share their Greek Gods/Goddesses CKLA unit of study. The students did an amazing job showcasing their learning! Thank you to all the families who joined us today and to our dedicated teachers for creating these meaningful opportunities for students to shine!
Today was filled with incredible learning celebrations! Our kindergarten team at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary hosted their very first showcase this afternoon - what a special milestone! Meanwhile, our 2nd graders at Carl J. Lamb Elementary welcomed families in to share their Greek Gods/Goddesses CKLA unit of study. The students did an amazing job showcasing their learning! Thank you to all the families who joined us today and to our dedicated teachers for creating these meaningful opportunities for students to shine!
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Freshman Boys Basketball @ 4PM @ Deering HS
JV Girls Basketball @ 4:30PM @ SHS
JV Boys Basketball @ 5:30PM @ Deering HS
Varsity Girls Basketball @ 6PM @ SHS
Varsity Boys Basketball @ 7PM @ Deering HS
12 days ago, Sanford School Department
Ever wonder what goes into training the next generation of chefs? Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the SRTC Café! 👨‍🍳
Our culinary students aren't just learning from textbooks—they're cooking three times a day, running a real café, and serving authentic French cuisine made completely from scratch. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2644259
14 days ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2644259
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Varsity Wrestling @ 5PM @ Noble HS
JV Girls Basketball @ 4:30PM @ Massabesic HS
Varsity Girls Basketball @ 6PM @ Massabesic HS
15 days ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith 3rd and 4th graders are mastering fractions through hands-on learning! Students represented whole numbers as fractions, identified fractions greater than one, and explored equivalent fractions using multiplication. Recently, they brought math to life by measuring ingredients for fun recipes like Island Punch, Watermelon Munch, and Green Monster using colorful rice to visualize fractional amounts. Learning + doing = understanding!
16 days ago, Sanford School Department
3rd and 4th graders are mastering fractions through hands-on learning! Students represented whole numbers as fractions, identified fractions greater than one, and explored equivalent fractions using multiplication. This week, they brought math to life by measuring ingredients for fun recipes like Island Punch, Watermelon Munch, and Green Monster using colorful rice to visualize fractional amounts. Learning + doing = understanding!
3rd and 4th graders are mastering fractions through hands-on learning! Students represented whole numbers as fractions, identified fractions greater than one, and explored equivalent fractions using multiplication. This week, they brought math to life by measuring ingredients for fun recipes like Island Punch, Watermelon Munch, and Green Monster using colorful rice to visualize fractional amounts. Learning + doing = understanding!
Good afternoon. Use this link to access a letter to families and the community from Superintendent Nelson regarding news reports of immigration enforcement activity in Maine - https://www.sanford.org/article/2640923
19 days ago, Matt Nelson