
🎄 Holiday cheer was in full swing today as our SkillsUSA students at Sanford Regional Technical Center welcomed Carl J. Lamb students for our annual holiday celebration!
Our young visitors had a blast exploring emergency vehicles, decorating cookies, making festive wreaths, and crafting holiday ornaments.

Watch Sanford High School and Middle School's winter concerts on WSSRTV's YouTube channel! The full performances from last week's events are now available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjRnhrGiQJI&list=PLPkhl1Gl0gAK7MZd0JlVUYVKmYJLz4Lv2

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Boys First Team Basketball @ 4PM @ Bonny Eagle HS
Boys JV Basketball @ 5:30PM @ Bonny Eagle HS
Boys Varsity Basketball @ 7PM @ Bonny Eagle HS

Good evening. Here is the link to the latest edition of the Sanford School Department's newsletter - the 'Sanford Spotlight' - https://bit.ly/42svBxF This edition includes stories on the recent SMS & SHS holiday concerts including links to videos, the inaugural class of Sanford Athletics Hall of Honor, and much more. Enjoy and happy holidays!

Meet our newest journalist! 📰 Sanford High School senior Andrew Morin is gaining real-world experience through his internship at Sanford Springvale News. From covering school programs to reporting on city developments, Andrew is diving deep into community journalism. Read more about his journey and what he's learning about local news in our latest article! https://www.sanford.org/article/1921496


Today's high school athletic schedule:
Varsity Wrestling Meet, 5:30PM @ SHS

Last Friday night, Sanford High School's student-led Dancing with the Stars lit up the Partners Bank Gymnasium! Sanford High School students brought down the house with performances, costumes, and unforgettable dance moves.
Huge shoutout to all the brave participants who stepped out of their comfort zones to support future homecoming celebrations!
Special thanks to Student Council for organizing this event and to everyone who came out to support the dancers.




Employee Spotlight! Meet Margaret Chase Smith Literacy Ed Tech Angela Kepner
How long have you been working in the Sanford School Department?
Since August of this year
What is your favorite part about working in Sanford?
How welcoming everyone is, being close to home and working in the same district as my daughter.
What’s your favorite TV show or movie?
It's a toss up between Friends and Dawson's Creek
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
Loving, optimistic and energetic
If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be?
Italy
Hot Coffee or Iced Coffee?
Iced Coffee
Podcasts or Playlists?
Playlists
Lake or Ocean?
Ocean
Sunrise or Sunset?
Sunset
Facebook or Instagram?
Facebook


Good evening. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Margaret Chase Smith School is scheduled to re-open on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Our cleaning crews, teachers and staff have worked hard to prepare the school to re-open. Margaret Chase Smith School may look a little different in the 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade wings. Thank you to everyone for your patience as we work through this unexpected challenge.

🎵 The Performing Arts Center was alive with the sound of music last week as Sanford students showcased their incredible talents!
Our Middle School musicians kicked off the festivities on Wednesday, December 11th, with performances from grades 5-8 under the direction of Erica Scarano, Joshua Hyssong, and Kyle Hayes. From delightful duets to full ensemble pieces like "Santa the Barbarian and the Pirates of the North Pole," our young musicians shone bright!
The following evening, December 12th, Sanford High School's performers took center stage. Under the guidance of Ryan Geary and Hailey Francoeur, the choir and band ensembles delivered unforgettable performances.
From the Chorale's opening "Give Me Some Rhythm!" to the Concert Band's crowd-pleasing finale of "Sleigh Ride," the evening was filled with holiday spirit. A special moment came when alumni joined current students for "Auld Lang Syne"!
Congratulations to all our talented musicians and their dedicated directors for two spectacular evenings of music! 🎄🎺🎹

SHS senior James Chaplick was named one of the Press Herald’s wrestlers to watch in southern Maine this winter! Check out the preview here: https://www.pressherald.com/2024/12/11/wrestling-26-wrestlers-to-watch-in-southern-maine/

Good evening. This is a message from the Sanford School Department to all Margaret Chase Smith School students, families and staff. Due to a burst pipe causing extensive water damage, there will be no school for Margaret Chase Smith School students on Monday,, December 16, 2024. Clean up crews are on-site. We apologize for the inconvenience and expect Margaret Chase Smith School students to be back in school on Tuesday. All other Sanford Schools will be operating as normal on Monday, December 16, 2024

Good evening. This is a message from the Sanford School Department to all Margaret Chase Smith School students, families and staff. Due to a burst pipe causing extensive water damage, there will be no school for MCS students on Monday,, December 16, 2024. Clean up crews are on-site. We apologize for the inconvenience and expect MCS students to be back in school on Tuesday. All other Sanford Schools will be operating as normal tomorrow.

SHS Student Council is hosting Dancing with the Stars TONIGHT, at 7 p.m. at Sanford High School to raise money for homecoming preparations for the following year. The event will be $10 admission at the door and feature participants from fall and winter sports, ranging from football players to marching band members. Read more about it at The Spartan Times! https://spartan-times.com/2024/12/09/student-council-hosts-dancing-with-the-stars-fundraiser/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2Eu_vLhRwRyy6M6bY8IfZPon0RoSw59lD8R73ZfkdFOMmbAy6kT3nFXGk_aem_FuQs8DbQpqMgNT8HWSsRWA

Today's high school athletic schedule:
JV Girls Basketball @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Varsity Girls Basketball @ 7PM @ SHS

Before their big performance tonight, members of Sanford High School's chorus spread some holiday cheer this morning, visiting the Sanford-Springvale Rotary Club and the school department's Central Office. Wearing festive Santa hats and holiday sweaters, these talented students gave a preview of what's to come at tonight's concert!
Join us TONIGHT, Thursday, December 12th at 6:00 PM at SPAC for our full winter concert featuring:
Honors Chamber Singers
- Treble Choir
- Chorus
- Jazz Ensemble
- Wind Ensemble
- Concert Band
Free admission - all are welcome! Come support our talented music students and help kick off your holiday season with beautiful music.

Sanford High School students in Ms. Baker's science class are diving deep into marine biology with a fascinating sea star dissection lab. Through this hands-on experience, students learn about the unique anatomy of these remarkable marine animals, including their distinctive water vascular system and ability to regenerate limbs!

Join us for "Sounds of the Season" - High School Band and Chorus Winter Concert
Thursday, December 12th, at 6:00 PM in the Sanford Performing Arts Center
Free Admission!
SHS students have been working diligently since September to present this special holiday concert featuring performances by our Honors Chamber Singers, Treble Choir, Chorus, Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, and Concert Band.
The evening will include holiday sing-alongs, student compositions, and festive music to help kick off your holiday season.
Please come support our music students and the performing arts in our school.


The Maine Medical Association, along with several state healthcare organizations, is hosting an important virtual workshop focused on youth cannabis use and its impacts on adolescent health.
This educational session, "Cannabis Use in Adolescence: What Parents Need to Know," offers valuable information for parents and guardians in our community.
Date: Tuesday, December 17th Time: 6:30 PM Format: Virtual (Zoom)
The session will address:
- Current trends in youth cannabis use
- Impact on adolescent brain development
- Connection to anxiety and mental health
- Strategies for parents to support their children
- Resources specific to Maine youth
In light of modern cannabis products being significantly more potent than in previous decades, this session aims to provide parents with current, evidence-based information to help support their children's health and well-being.
To register for this free virtual event, please visit: bit.ly/MEYouthCannabisUse


Today's high school athletic schedule:
Boys First Team Basketball @ 4PM @ SHS
Boys JV Basketball @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Boys Varsity Basketball @ 7PM @ SHS
Girls JV Basketball @ 5PM @ CMCC
Girls Varsity Basketball @ 6:30PM @ CMCC