Check out this fantastic article on last night's graduation. Congratulations to the Class of 2024! https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/york-star/2024/06/06/sanford-high-school-graduation-2024-valedictorian-speech-maine/73983497007/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0Djl65wboa91Ls7uYN-15PB18ahIWC3InxA5idVThCI-iTuQEZuI9Ltw0_aem_ARH4-V1baGGAe3KZz4qZ0-yIQ-K1dyrBgM6CGyUfNydxXzoCT4R8L5RIulfX7dD9Xnu5T_e-zmLLXhdXnBZrquEI
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford High School's Graduation is 6 p.m. tonight! If you can't make it, you can watch it live on WSSRTV's YouTube page here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jpvz6GIJcE
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
It's a big day for SHS athletics! Girls lacrosse plays at Massabesic in the first round of the playoffs at 4:30 p.m. Girls tennis has a quarterfinal match against Gorham at USM at 2 p.m., and the baseball team takes on Gorham in the first round of the playoffs at Goodall Park at 3 p.m. Good luck to all teams!
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
It's a big day for SHS athletics! Girls lacrosse plays at Massabesic in the first round of the playoffs at 4:30 p.m. Girls tennis has a quarterfinal match against Gorham at USM at 2 p.m., and the baseball team takes on Gorham in the first round of the playoffs at Goodall Park at 3 p.m. Good luck to all teams!
It's a big day for SHS athletics! Girls lacrosse plays at Massabesic in the first round of the playoffs at 4:30 p.m. Girls tennis has a quarterfinal match against Gorham at USM at 2 p.m., and the baseball team takes on Gorham in the first round of the playoffs at Goodall Park at 3 p.m. Good luck to all teams!
It's a big day for SHS athletics! Girls lacrosse plays at Massabesic in the first round of the playoffs at 4:30 p.m. Girls tennis has a quarterfinal match against Gorham at USM at 2 p.m., and the baseball team takes on Gorham in the first round of the playoffs at Goodall Park at 3 p.m. Good luck to all teams!
This morning, the Class of 2024 received their caps and gowns and then took a trip down memory lane as they walked through the middle and elementary schools to bid farewell! Students and staff from each school filled the halls to give congratulations. 
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
This morning, the Class of 2024 received their caps and gowns and then tooka trip down memory lane as they walked through the middle and elementary schools to bid farewell! Students and staff from each school filled the halls to give congratulations. 
This morning, the Class of 2024 received their caps and gowns and then tooka trip down memory lane as they walked through the middle and elementary schools to bid farewell! Students and staff from each school filled the halls to give congratulations. 
This morning, the Class of 2024 received their caps and gowns and then tooka trip down memory lane as they walked through the middle and elementary schools to bid farewell! Students and staff from each school filled the halls to give congratulations. 
This morning, the Class of 2024 received their caps and gowns and then tooka trip down memory lane as they walked through the middle and elementary schools to bid farewell! Students and staff from each school filled the halls to give congratulations. 
This morning, the Class of 2024 received their caps and gowns and then tooka trip down memory lane as they walked through the middle and elementary schools to bid farewell! Students and staff from each school filled the halls to give congratulations. 
Senior Awards Night is at 6 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Can't make it in person? No worries! You can catch the live stream on WSSRTV's YouTube page: https://youtube.com/live/jFFlT90uOGQ?feature=share
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
SHS girls’ tennis beat Portland High School 5-0 in their prelim tennis match yesterday! They have now advanced to the quarterfinals of the Class A South Playoffs and will play  Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 2:30 in the USM Field House.  If you are attending, USM charges for parking. 
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
SHS girls’ tennis beat Portland High School 5-0 in their prelim tennis match yesterday! They have now advanced to the quarterfinals of the Class A South Playoffs and will play  Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 2:30 in the USM Field House.  If you are attending, USM charges for parking. 
What an incredible music concert season at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary! 🎵✨ The talented students from kindergarten through fourth grade put on spectacular performances over the past week. It kicked off last Thursday with the kindergarteners and first graders delighting us with their energy and enthusiasm. Then, earlier this week, the third graders took the stage and impressed us all with their skills. The season ended with a bang last night as the fourth graders gave a showstopping finale performance! A huge thank you to all the students for sharing their hard work and musical gifts with us. And a special shoutout to music teacher, Ms. Hastings! If you missed any of the concerts, don't worry - they'll be available to watch on WSSRTV's YouTube page very soon. Stay tuned for those video links!
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
What an incredible music concert season at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary! 🎵✨ The talented students from kindergarten through fourth grade put on spectacular performances over the past week. It kicked off last Thursday with the kindergarteners and first graders delighting us with their energy and enthusiasm. Then, earlier this week, the third graders took the stage and impressed us all with their skills. The season ended with a bang last night as the fourth graders gave a showstopping finale performance! A huge thank you to all the students for sharing their hard work and musical gifts with us. And a special shoutout to music teacher, Ms. Hastings! If you missed any of the concerts, don't worry - they'll be available to watch on WSSRTV's YouTube page very soon. Stay tuned for those video links!
What an incredible music concert season at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary! 🎵✨ The talented students from kindergarten through fourth grade put on spectacular performances over the past week. It kicked off last Thursday with the kindergarteners and first graders delighting us with their energy and enthusiasm. Then, earlier this week, the third graders took the stage and impressed us all with their skills. The season ended with a bang last night as the fourth graders gave a showstopping finale performance! A huge thank you to all the students for sharing their hard work and musical gifts with us. And a special shoutout to music teacher, Ms. Hastings! If you missed any of the concerts, don't worry - they'll be available to watch on WSSRTV's YouTube page very soon. Stay tuned for those video links!
What an incredible music concert season at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary! 🎵✨ The talented students from kindergarten through fourth grade put on spectacular performances over the past week. It kicked off last Thursday with the kindergarteners and first graders delighting us with their energy and enthusiasm. Then, earlier this week, the third graders took the stage and impressed us all with their skills. The season ended with a bang last night as the fourth graders gave a showstopping finale performance! A huge thank you to all the students for sharing their hard work and musical gifts with us. And a special shoutout to music teacher, Ms. Hastings! If you missed any of the concerts, don't worry - they'll be available to watch on WSSRTV's YouTube page very soon. Stay tuned for those video links!
This is a reminder that today's dedication ceremony to name the Margaret Chase Smith Library after Sharon Remick begins at 3:30 pm.  A formal ceremony will begin at 3:45 pm. 
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
This is a reminder that today's dedication ceremony to name the Margaret Chase Smith Library after Sharon Remick begins at 3:30 pm.  A formal ceremony will begin at 3:45 pm. 
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
Congratulations to the following SHS spring teams on qualifying for the playoffs in their respective sports!  #7-seed Girls Tennis will host #10-seed Portland High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 4:00 pm at the Roland Cote Tennis Courts on the SHS Campus for a Preliminary playoff match. The winner will advance to the Quarterfinals!  The #11-seed Boys' Tennis team will travel to #6-seed Marshwood High School on Thursday, May 30th, at 3:00 pm for a Preliminary playoff match, with a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!  The Boys' & Girls' Track & Field team has 27 Student-Athletes who have qualified for the State Championship Meet. They will compete this Saturday, June 1st, at 10:00 am, hosted at Thornton Academy in Saco!   Congratulations to the Girl's Track and Field team for being awarded the MPA Class A South Sportsmanship Award. They will be recognized on Saturday at the State Meet.  #8-seed Baseball will host #9-seed Gorham High School on Tuesday, June 4th, at 3:00 p.m. at Goodall Park for a chance to advance to the Quarterfinals!   #9-seed Girls Lacrosse will travel to a TBA opponent on Tuesday, June 4th, for a preliminary game for a chance to move on to the Quarterfinals! 
A group of dedicated fourth-grade girls at Margaret Chase Smith recently completed a heartwarming positivity project by decorating the school bathrooms with uplifting messages and colorful artwork. These inspiring students took it upon themselves to transform these everyday spaces into sources of encouragement and joy for their peers. Armed with vinyl and a lot of enthusiasm, they adorned the walls with phrases like "You are amazing," "Believe in yourself," and "Spread kindness."
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
A group of dedicated fourth-grade girls at Margaret Chase Smith recently completed a heartwarming positivity project by decorating the school bathrooms with uplifting messages and colorful artwork. These inspiring students took it upon themselves to transform these everyday spaces into sources of encouragement and joy for their peers. Armed with vinyl and a lot of enthusiasm, they adorned the walls with phrases like "You are amazing," "Believe in yourself," and "Spread kindness."
A group of dedicated fourth-grade girls at Margaret Chase Smith recently completed a heartwarming positivity project by decorating the school bathrooms with uplifting messages and colorful artwork. These inspiring students took it upon themselves to transform these everyday spaces into sources of encouragement and joy for their peers. Armed with vinyl and a lot of enthusiasm, they adorned the walls with phrases like "You are amazing," "Believe in yourself," and "Spread kindness."
Today's high school athletic schedule: Girls Varsity Lacrosse @ 4PM @ Noble HS Girls JV Lacrosse @ 5:30PM @ Noble HS
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
Happy Memorial Day from the Sanford School Department. Today we honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. We are forever grateful for those who serve our country both past and present.
11 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford School Department has an exciting lineup of engaging activities for families over the summer months. Check out these fantastic opportunities to keep the fun going all season long.
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford School Department has an exciting lineup of engaging activities for families over the summer months. Check out these fantastic opportunities to keep the fun going all season long:
Today's high school athletic schedule: Track and Field @ 3PM @ Kennebunk HS JV Baseball @ 4PM @ Deering HS First Team Baseball @ 4:30PM @ SHS Varsity Softball @ 4:30PM @ Wainwright Sports Complex Boys Lacrosse @ 6PM @ Noble HS
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
SRTC’s Recognition Night is currently being live streamed on WSSRTV’s YouTube page!
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
SRTC’s Recognition Night is currently being live streamed on WSSRTV’s YouTube page!
SRTC’s Recognition Night is currently being live streamed on WSSRTV’s YouTube page!
SRTC's Recognition Night is TOMORROW, May 23rd, at 6:00 PM at Alumni Stadium (100 Alumni Blvd. Sanford, ME). This event will honor the 2024 seniors and 1-year program completers. It's an outdoor celebration, so dress accordingly and support our hardworking students as they achieve this milestone!
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
SRTC's Recognition Night is TOMORROW, May 23rd, at 6:00 PM at Alumni Stadium (100 Alumni Blvd. Sanford, ME). This event will honor the 2024 seniors and 1-year program completers. It's an outdoor celebration, so dress accordingly and support our hardworking students as they achieve this milestone!
Sanford High School's music program is hitting all the right notes these days. SHS Music Director Hailey Francoeur was recently named the 2023-2024 Maine Music Educators Association Outstanding New Music Educator of the Year at the state conference at the University of Maine in Orono. The award recognizes Francoeur’s work in revitalizing and expanding the school’s instrumental music offerings over the past three years. Under her leadership, the program has grown in student participation and performance opportunities. “It was a really amazing surprise to receive this award. Colleagues, current students, and former teachers all wrote letters in support of my nomination and it meant so much to hear the things they wrote,” Francoeur said. “I’m so lucky to work in a district like Sanford that supports our growing instrumental program and has allowed me to create new opportunities for our students over the last few years. The students are a huge part of the growth and success of the instrumental groups recently. This has really allowed me to reflect on how far our program has come in the last three years.” In addition to the Francoeur’s award, three Sanford High School musicians - Hannah Paterson, Drake Wilson, and Kaylin Penley - were selected for the MMEA All-State Music Festival in Orono. The students spent two days working alongside peers across Maine with a guest conductor, culminating in a performance showcasing their skills.
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford High School's music program is hitting all the right notes these days. SHS Music Director Hailey Francoeur was recently named the 2023-2024 Maine Music Educators Association Outstanding New Music Educator of the Year at the state conference at the University of Maine in Orono. The award recognizes Francoeur’s work in revitalizing and expanding the school’s instrumental music offerings over the past three years. Under her leadership, the program has grown in student participation and performance opportunities. “It was a really amazing surprise to receive this award. Colleagues, current students, and former teachers all wrote letters in support of my nomination and it meant so much to hear the things they wrote,” Francoeur said. “I’m so lucky to work in a district like Sanford that supports our growing instrumental program and has allowed me to create new opportunities for our students over the last few years. The students are a huge part of the growth and success of the instrumental groups recently. This has really allowed me to reflect on how far our program has come in the last three years.” In addition to the Francoeur’s award, three Sanford High School musicians - Hannah Paterson, Drake Wilson, and Kaylin Penley - were selected for the MMEA All-State Music Festival in Orono. The students spent two days working alongside peers across Maine with a guest conductor, culminating in a performance showcasing their skills.
Sanford High School's music program is hitting all the right notes these days. SHS Music Director Hailey Francoeur was recently named the 2023-2024 Maine Music Educators Association Outstanding New Music Educator of the Year at the state conference at the University of Maine in Orono. The award recognizes Francoeur’s work in revitalizing and expanding the school’s instrumental music offerings over the past three years. Under her leadership, the program has grown in student participation and performance opportunities. “It was a really amazing surprise to receive this award. Colleagues, current students, and former teachers all wrote letters in support of my nomination and it meant so much to hear the things they wrote,” Francoeur said. “I’m so lucky to work in a district like Sanford that supports our growing instrumental program and has allowed me to create new opportunities for our students over the last few years. The students are a huge part of the growth and success of the instrumental groups recently. This has really allowed me to reflect on how far our program has come in the last three years.” In addition to the Francoeur’s award, three Sanford High School musicians - Hannah Paterson, Drake Wilson, and Kaylin Penley - were selected for the MMEA All-State Music Festival in Orono. The students spent two days working alongside peers across Maine with a guest conductor, culminating in a performance showcasing their skills.
Earlier this month, 8th-grade JMG students were challenged to conduct one-on-one interviews with someone in the career field they were hoping to learn more about.  Gianna Garneau and Mattea Peters had the incredible opportunity to interview Capt. Brooks from the York County Sheriff's Office, gaining valuable insights into what it takes to become a criminal investigator or detective.  A huge thank you to Capt. Brooks for taking the time to visit Sanford Middle School and inspire our students with his expertise and passion for public service.
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
Earlier this month, 8th-grade JMG students were challenged to conduct one-on-one interviews with someone in the career field they were hoping to learn more about.  Gianna Garneau and Mattea Peters had the incredible opportunity to interview Capt. Brooks from the York County Sheriff's Office, gaining valuable insights into what it takes to become a criminal investigator or detective.  A huge thank you to Capt. Brooks for taking the time to visit Sanford Middle School and inspire our students with his expertise and passion for public service.
Today's high school athletic schedule: Girls Varsity Tennis @ 3:30PM @ Bonny Eagle HS Boys Varsity Tennis @ 3:30PM @ SHS JV Baseball @ 4:30PM @ Massabesic HS Varsity Baseball @ 4:30PM @ Massabesic HS Boys Lacrosse @ 6PM @ Noble HS
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
Ysebella Mitchell and Luke Gendron have been named the 2024 Grade 8 Elks Award recipients at Sanford Middle School. The annual award recognizes outstanding 8th grade students' academic excellence, leadership, positive attitude, and service to the school community. Congratulations to Ysebella and Luke!
12 months ago, Sanford School Department
Ysebella Mitchell and Luke Gendron have been named the 2024 Grade 8 Elks Award recipients at Sanford Middle School. The annual award recognizes outstanding 8th grade students' academic excellence, leadership, positive attitude, and service to the school community. Congratulations to Ysebella and Luke!