
Good afternoon - Here is the link to the Sanford School Department's newsletter the 'Sanford Spotlight' bit.ly/474dt0E Enjoy!

This is a reminder that the 2024 Mitchell Scholarship online application is open until April 1st.
The Mitchell Institute has made a commitment to awarding at least one $10,000 scholarship annually to a graduating student from each public high school in Maine.
They will award 40 additional scholarships in 2024. You can find the application link, requirements, and a few additional college and scholarship resources at this link: https://mitchellinstitute.org/scholarship/

Mrs. Niland’s 4th graders at Carl J. Lamb wrapped up their poetry unit with an author’s celebration during which her poets presented their original pieces to a very impressed audience!




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

Congratulations to the SHS students who performed in the District 1 Honors Festival over the weekend!




Carl J. Lamb’s talented 3rd and 4th grade students tried out for Show Choir last week!

At Margaret Chase Smith, Ranger Laura came to talk to Ms. Brown’s class on Google Meets last week about the weather and climate in Acadia National Park. She also discussed other national parks around the United States. Students learned about the water cycle, different clouds, and tools to measure various kinds of weather!



Over 30 Sanford High School students recently attended a field trip to the Center for Wildlife to practice their nature journaling skills!


Sanford Pride students took center stage at the Living Wax Museum today in the cafeteria, showcasing their dedication and hard work in exploring the lives of famous world changers!
Armed with research on their favorite influential figures, students created informative reports. Each student crafted captivating backdrops that brought these historical figures to life.
Dressed as their chosen icons, students delivered short speeches, offering unique insights into the lives of world changers like Martin Luther King, Jr., Albert Einstein, Rosa Parks, Thomas Edison, and many more!
Friends and families were invited to walk around and interact with the students!

Check out some pictures from last night’s Be Our Guest event at Carl J. Lamb!




Today's high school athletic schedule:
Unified Basketball @ 3:30PM @ SHS
Boys First Team Basketball @ 4PM @ Massabesic HS
Boys JV Basketball @ 5:30PM @ Massabesic HS
Boys Varsity Basketball @ 7PM @ Massabesic HS
Girls JV Basketball @ 4:30PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Basketball @ 6PM @ SHS

Kick off Black History Month with Step Afrika!, a global show that introduces audiences to traditional African step and contemporary rhythmic dance popularized by historically African-American fraternities and sororities. Showtime is 7 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28.
Experience the world stage from the SPAC stage with Step Afrika! The blend of technique, agility, and energy leaves audiences with their hearts pounding! Touring more than 50 countries, Step Afrika! expands on stepping’s unique American history by integrating songs, storytelling,
humor, and audience participation in traditional Zulu dance.
Founded in 1994 by C. Brian Williams, Step Afrika! is the first professional company dedicated to the tradition of stepping — a percussive dance form that uses the body as an instrument. Step Afrika! is also one of the world’s top 10 African-American dance companies.
Tickets for adults range in price from $35-$59, with discounts for subscribers, students, seniors and military veterans. Call the box office at (207) 206-1126, or visit in person Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m.-noon. Online ticketing is available 24/7 at www.sanfordpac.org.


This is another reminder that Carl J. Lamb is having its "Be Our Guest Dance" for CJL families TONIGHT from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. Students and their families are invited to dress their best for an evening of music, dancing, crafts, and more! Admission is free. There will be concessions for a small fee.

This is another reminder that the Maine Department of Education is accepting Teacher of the Tear nominations. Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website from now until 5:00 p.m. on January 31st, 2024. They are accepted by students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations. Self-nominations and nominations from family members are not accepted. For more information, follow this link: https://www.mainetoy.org/nominate

All Margaret Chase Smith classrooms have positive incentive plans to encourage expected behaviors while in school. Students decide to make a plan as a class and choose a reward they want to achieve. Last week, three classes agreed on a “Yes Day,” meaning students were allowed to make suggestions for the day while still participating in instructional activities.



Carl J. Lamb is having its “Be Our Guest Dance and Activity Night” tomorrow, January 18th, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. Students and their families are invited to dress their best for an evening of music, dancing, crafts, and more! Admission is free. There will be concessions for a small fee.


The Portland Press Herald highlighted Sanford Pride Elementary's Walking School Bus Program! Read more about it here: https://www.pressherald.com/2024/01/16/maine-school-districts-say-path-to-fixing-chronic-absenteeism-is-building-relationships/

For high schoolers in need of community service, the MCS Pride PTA needs volunteers for the MCS Sweetheart Dance on Friday, February 2nd, from 4:30-8:30 pm at the MCS gym AND the SPE Dance on Friday, February 2nd, from 5:30-8:30 pm. If you are interested in helping out, please email us at mcsptame@gmail.com.

Good morning. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Due to the anticipated weather forecast, Sanford schools will be releasing early on Tuesday, January 16th. Sanford High School, Sanford Regional Technical Center and Sanford Middle School will be releasing at 11:30 AM. All elementary schools will be releasing early at 12:30 PM. I repeat - Sanford schools will be releasing early on Tuesday, January 16th due to anticipated weather conditions.

Today, we honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. whose message of equality, justice, and dignity of all people lives on today. Let’s continue to make a positive impact in our community and beyond.