Sanford School Department

Our First 10 team is growing this fall to include staff from CJL and MCS, bringing all three elementary schools together for even stronger collaboration!
The Maine DOE recently asked us to showcase First 10's impact here in Sanford. Check out the video below to see how community partnerships are transforming outcomes for our youngest learners and their families. 👇
https://www.youtube.com/embed/yshJ543Vmp0?rel=0

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Golf @ 3PM @ Salmon Falls CC
JV Football @ 4PM @ Bonny Eagle

Friday night’s Alumni Stadium Ticket Booth Dedication celebrated eight years of improvements made possible by local businesses, SRTC students, and countless volunteers. Read more about how it happened here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2419678

🎺 Sanford High's marching band is positioned for another standout season! With strong student leadership and innovative technology, they're ready to host the state finals once again. Read more here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2413695

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Varsity Cheerleading @ 7PM @ SHS
Boys Varsity Football @ 7PM @ SHS

A historic day at SRTC as Governor Mills toured our programs and met our amazing students yesterday! She experienced our state-of-the-art equipment (including trying our driving simulator!) and saw what we see every day - students discovering their passions and building skills for the future. Our students showed her what the future of Maine's workforce looks like. Full story here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2411946

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Golf Meet @ 3PM @ The Outlook
JV Boys Soccer @ 4PM @ Westbrook HS
Varsity Girls Field Hockey @ 4PM @ Cheverus HS
JV Girls Volleyball @ 4:30PM @ So. Portland HS
Varsity Boys Soccer @ 6PM @ Westbook HS
Varsity Girls Soccer @ 6PM @ Beal Gymnasium

Good evening. Here is the link to the Sanford School Department newsletter - https://tinyurl.com/3sx3wnu9 This edition celebrates the launch of the school year and how Sanford students are making headlines in local sports and includes new mobile apps for staying connected, important information about free meals and community resources. Enjoy!

The Sanford Backpack Program invites the community to attend its 2nd Annual Lip Sync Showdown, a fun event that raises funds to help fight student hunger in our district.

Event Details:

When: Saturday, September 27th at 7:00 PM

Where: Sanford Performing Arts Center

What: Teams perform lip sync renditions of their favorite songs

Twenty local lip sync teams will compete to entertain audiences while supporting a great cause. The audience will help judge winners across multiple categories, making it an interactive community celebration where your participation matters!

All proceeds from the event benefit the Sanford Backpack Program, which provides weekend food support for students in need throughout our school district.

Do you want your event posted on our website? Fill out the form here: https://www.jotform.us/form/52016363758154

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Golf @ 3:30PM @ Salmon Falls CC
Girls Freshman Volleyball @ 4PM @ SHS
Boys JV Soccer @ 5PM @ SHS
Boys Varsity Soccer @ 7PM @ SHS
Girls JV Volleyball @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ 7PM @ SHS

Employee Spotlight! Meet Margaret Chase Smith nurse Melissa Phillips

How long have you been working in the Sanford School Department?
This will be my fifth year working in Sanford Schools. I was the district float nurse for 2 years and this will be my third year at MCS.

What is your favorite part about working in Sanford?
I love working with and taking care of all my elementary school students, but I think my favorite part about working here is the incredible team of people I work with. Everyone is respectful, supportive, and uplifting of one another. The people you work with have a significant impact on the day to day workplace experience. I appreciate the positive energy, transparency, and consistency that I see in the day to day. I truly enjoy coming in to work each morning!


What’s your favorite TV show or movie?
Shawshank Redemption or The Notebook

If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Compassionate, Dependable, Athletic

If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
I would go hiking in Switzerland.

Iced Coffee or Hot Coffee?
Hot Coffee

Playlists or Podcasts?
Podcasts- I love radio Theater

Ocean or Lake?
Lake

Sunrise or Sunset?
Sunset

Facebook or Instagram?
Neither..haha

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Girls JV Field hockey @ 5PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ 6:30PM @ SHS

🌟 Congratulations to Sanford Middle School's Diana Allen! She was honored at the Maine Department of Education Summit in August for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching - the nation's highest honor for K-12 science educators.
Diana was one of only 336 teachers nationwide to receive this recognition. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2397194

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Cross Country Meet @ 4PM @ SHS
Girls JV Soccer @ 4:30PM @ Falmouth HS
Boys JV Soccer @ 5PM @ Thornton Academy HS
Girls JV Field Hockey @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Soccer @ 6:30PM @ Falmouth HS
Boys Varsity Soccer @ 7PM @ Thornton Academy HS
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ 7PM @ SHS

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Golf Meet @ 3:30PM @ Sanford Country Club
Freshman Girls Volleyball @ 3:30PM @ Portland HS
JV Girls Volleyball @ 4:30PM @ Portland HS
Varsity Girls Volleyball @ 6PM @ Portland HS
Boys Varsity Football @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field, Biddeford
Cheerleading @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field, Biddeford

🚗✨ CAR WASH FUNDRAISER ✨🚗
The SHS National Honor Society is hosting a car wash to support our community! Bring your car down to Pride Elementary (708 Main St) this Saturday, September 6th from 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
🌟 Event Details: 📅 Saturday, September 6th ⏰ 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Pride Elementary School

Good evening. A reminder that tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept. 3rd) is regular dismissal time. One hour early releases on Wednesdays begin on September 10th for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Varsity Golf @ 4PM @ Westbrook
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Scrimmage @ 5PM @ SHS
Girls JV Field Hockey Scrimmage @ 6:30 @ SHS

The Sanford School Department held its annual District-Wide Welcome Back at the Performing Arts Center this week to kick off the new school year. Staff from across all schools in the district gathered to welcome new team members and hear opening remarks. The event opened with a special performance by Sanford High School's Chamber Singers!

Yesterday we hosted our annual New Staff Orientation at Sanford High School, providing comprehensive training and support to help our new teachers start the year strong. From technology training to safety protocols and mentorship connections, we're making sure our new educators have everything they need to succeed with our students!