❄️ HITTING THE SLOPES! Sanford Middle School's newest adventure has students swooshing down Pleasant Mountain! ⛷️🏂 A few Sanford Middle School students have been making Tuesday evenings magical at the mountain through our new ski and snowboard club. From beginners mastering the chairlift to experienced skiers finding their favorite runs, students of ALL skill levels are having a blast! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2052454
about 2 months ago, Sanford School Department
❄️ HITTING THE SLOPES! Sanford Middle School's newest adventure has students swooshing down Pleasant Mountain! ⛷️🏂 A few Sanford Middle School students have been making Tuesday evenings magical at the mountain through our new ski and snowboard club. From beginners mastering the chairlift to experienced skiers finding their favorite runs, students of ALL skill levels are having a blast! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2052454
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
about 2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
TONIGHT! Join us for "Spring Sing" - Sanford/Springvale's All-Town Chorus Concert! 📆 Date: Wednesday, March 5 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Sanford Performing Arts Center Come experience the harmonious voices of our community's talented singers as they welcome the spring season with beautiful melodies! The All-Town Chorus brings together vocalists from across Sanford and Springvale for this special evening of music.
about 2 months ago, Sanford School Department
📦 COMMUNITY IN ACTION: The Sanford Backpack Program's annual food distribution event showcased the power of student leadership this year! SHS and SRTC students planned and executed every detail - from traffic flow to volunteer stations - resulting in an impressive 950 food boxes assembled and over 800 distributed to families in need. From Fire Science students coordinating logistics to Life Skills classes providing crucial support, this truly was a school-wide effort that showed Sanford's community spirit at its finest. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2062994
about 2 months ago, Sanford School Department
📦 COMMUNITY IN ACTION: The Sanford Backpack Program's annual food distribution event showcased the power of student leadership this year! SHS and SRTC students planned and executed every detail - from traffic flow to volunteer stations - resulting in an impressive 950 food boxes assembled and over 800 distributed to families in need. From Fire Science students coordinating logistics to Life Skills classes providing crucial support, this truly was a school-wide effort that showed Sanford's community spirit at its finest. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2062994
Join us TONIGHT for Sanford High School's Winter Awards Night! 📅 Tuesday, March 4th ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍Starting in the PAC (Performing Arts Center) Come celebrate our amazing winter sports athletes and their accomplishments this season!
about 2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Join us TONIGHT for Sanford High School's Winter Awards Night! 📅 Tuesday, March 4th ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 Starting in the PAC (Performing Arts Center) Come celebrate our amazing winter sports athletes and their accomplishments this season!
The Margaret Chase Smith kindergarten team recently hit the back field and hills to enjoy their first experience at sledding. Chase made a special appearance to cheer them on as they celebrated their hard work with expected behaviors.
about 2 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Margaret Chase Smith kindergarten team recently hit the back field and hills to enjoy their first experience at sledding. Chase made a special appearance to cheer them on as they celebrated their hard work with expected behaviors.
Sanford High School will be holding an informational evening for parents and guardians of the Class of 2029 on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The event will focus on course selection options for incoming freshmen. The session will take place from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Sanford Performing Arts Center. Following the discussion, tours of the high school facilities will be available from 7:00-7:30 PM for students and their families. This event provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to learn about academic pathways and course offerings before their children begin high school in the fall.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford High School will be holding an informational evening for parents and guardians of the Class of 2029 on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The event will focus on course selection options for incoming freshmen. The session will take place from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Sanford Performing Arts Center, located on the school campus. Following the discussion, tours of the high school facilities will be available from 7:00-7:30 PM for students and their families. This event provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to learn about academic pathways and course offerings before their children begin high school in the fall.
A big THANK YOU to all the families who joined us for Kindergarten Registration Night at Sanford Pride Elementary last Wednesday! It was wonderful to see so many excited future kindergartners and their families exploring what our schools have to offer. Missed the event? No worries! You can still register your child for kindergarten. Remember: Current Pre-K students in our district are automatically registered (but we loved seeing those who attended)! Special thanks to our amazing community partners who shared resources: MaineHealth, Sanford Backpack Program, Help Me Grow, Kids Free to Grow, United Way, YCCAC, Headstart, First4ME, local childcare centers, and many more! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2055301
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
A big THANK YOU to all the families who joined us for Kindergarten Registration Night at Sanford Pride Elementary last Wednesday! It was wonderful to see so many excited future kindergartners and their families exploring what our schools have to offer. Missed the event? No worries! You can still register your child for kindergarten. Remember: Current Pre-K students in our district are automatically registered (but we loved seeing those who attended)! Special thanks to our amazing community partners who shared resources: MaineHealth, Sanford Backpack Program, Help Me Grow, Kids Free to Grow, United Way, YCCAC, Headstart, First4ME, local childcare centers, and many more! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2055301
The latest Sanford Spotlight Newsletter is now available with a fresh new design! Our newly revamped newsletter features a modern layout that makes it easier to stay informed about the exciting developments across our district, including Quang Lam's innovative music transcription project, the Great Kindness Challenge at Sanford Middle School (with over 5,000 acts of kindness!), Diana Allen's Presidential Award recognition, and Deanna Watson's winning SkillsUSA design. Plus, find important information about Pre-K registration for 2025-2026, free meals for all students, and our winter weather protocols. Link here: https://bit.ly/43aCgQS
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Good evening. Here is the link to the latest edition of the Sanford School Department's newsletter, the "Sanford Spotlight' https://bit.ly/43aCgQS. Check out its new look and enjoy!
2 months ago, Matt Nelson
The Sanford Backpack Program's Winter Food Distribution is underway! Come on down to the high school to grab your food. The event goes until 6 pm or until the food is gone.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford Backpack Program's Winter Food Distribution is underway! Come on down to the high school to grab your food. The event goes until 6 pm or until the food is gone.
The Sanford Backpack Program's Winter Food Distribution is underway! Come on down to the high school to grab your food. The event goes until 6 pm or until the food is gone.
The Sanford Backpack Program's Winter Food Distribution is underway! Come on down to the high school to grab your food. The event goes until 6 pm or until the food is gone.
The Sanford Backpack Program's Winter Food Distribution is underway! Come on down to the high school to grab your food. The event goes until 6 pm or until the food is gone.
Our early childhood education students at Sanford Regional Technical Center couldn't contain their joy today as they cheered on our amazing plow driver, Mike Pepin! While the kiddos stayed warm and cozy behind the fence, Mike cleared our pathways to keep everyone safe.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Our early childhood education students at Sanford Regional Technical Center couldn't contain their joy today as they cheered on our amazing plow driver, Mike Pepin! While the kiddos stayed warm and cozy behind the fence, Mike cleared our pathways to keep everyone safe.
Employee Spotlight: Meet Sanford Pride Special Education Social Worker Elizabeth Cyr. How long have you been working in theSanford School Department? I have lived in Sanford for 32 years and have worked in the Sanford SchoolDepartment for 21 Years total: Since 2005(2005-2007:Masters Internship atS.H.S. and Emerson) 2007-2011(School Based Clinician: Willard Elem.)(2011-Current:Special Educ. Social Worker: Pride Elem) What's your favorite part about working inSanford? As a resident: Humble and hardworking beginnings and establishingCommunity Connections: As a professional:Always being in awe of the resiliency and hard working staff, students, and their amazing families. I continue to have the opportunity to work with students who work hard at pushing through issues surrounding resiliency and rising above adversity. What's your favorite TV show or movie? Movie: Avatar. I rarely have time to watch TV. If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be? Resilient, Innovative, Inspiring If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be? Dolphin research Center : Key West Florida. (2nd visit) to learn about how they communicate with humans) Iced coffee or hot coffee? Iced coffee Podcasts or Playlists? Podcasts Lake or Ocean? Lake Sunrise or Sunset? Sunset Facebook or Instagram? Facebook
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Liz Cyr
Important SHS Spring Sport Information: Registration for Spring Sports is now open. Please use the following link to register. https://students.arbitersports.com/sanford-high-school-and-middle-school/hs-spring-athletic-registration-2025 You must have a current physical on file in order to participate. If you’re not sure if your physical is current, please check with the athletic office. Spring Sports Sign Up Meetings: Baseball – Thursday, February 27 at 3 p.m. in the Partners Bank Gym Boys Tennis- Tuesday, March 4 at 2:30 p.m. in the weight room. GIRLS LACROSSE INTEREST MEETING: If you are playing lacrosse this spring (or even just considering playing), please attend the interest meeting on Tuesday, March 4 in the Agora during Spartan Time.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford Backpack Program presents: BIG WINTER FOOD DISTRIBUTION 📅 Date: February 27th, 2025 📍 Location: Sanford High School, 100 Alumni Blvd ⏰ Time: 3:00pm-6:00pm (or until food is gone) This food distribution is open to EVERYONE in the Sanford-Springvale area.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford Backpack Program presents: BIG WINTER FOOD DISTRIBUTION 📅 Date: February 27th, 2025 📍 Location: Sanford High School, 100 Alumni Blvd ⏰ Time: 3:00pm-6:00pm (or until food is gone) This food distribution is open to EVERYONE in the Sanford Springvale area. No requirements or proof of need necessary! Want to help? Scan the QR code at the event to sign up as a volunteer.
Did you know the same algebra your child is learning in class helps keep you safe at traffic intersections? Sanford Middle School students discovered exactly how their classroom learning transforms into real-world solutions! Transportation systems engineer Mark Love from Engineers Teaching Algebra visited our Algebra and Geometry classes on February 10th, challenging students to design safe traffic intersections—a problem they tackled with enthusiasm!
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Did you know the same algebra your child is learning in class helps keep you safe at traffic intersections? Sanford Middle School students discovered exactly how their classroom learning transforms into real-world solutions! Transportation systems engineer Mark Love from Engineers Teaching Algebra visited our Algebra and Geometry classes on February 10th, challenging students to design safe traffic intersections—a problem they tackled with enthusiasm!
🍎 Join Us on the Kindergarten Trail! 🍎 The Sanford School Department is thrilled to announce our "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of special events designed to make your child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 3:30 - 6:00 PM Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street) At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) ELIGIBILITY: Children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: April 3rd: Kindergarten Exploration - Visit classrooms and meet teachers May 8th: Playground Exploration - Meet future classmates and enjoy a popsicle Summer: Kindergarten screening appointments Before school begins: Orientation and classroom open house Questions? Call the Sanford School Department at 207-324-1810.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
🍎 Join Us on the Kindergarten Trail! 🍎 The Sanford School Department is thrilled to announce our "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of special events designed to make your child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 3:30 - 6:00 PM Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street) At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) ELIGIBILITY: Children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: April 3rd: Kindergarten Exploration - Visit classrooms and meet teachers May 8th: Playground Exploration - Meet future classmates and enjoy a popsicle Summer: Kindergarten screening appointments Before school begins: Orientation and classroom open house Questions? Call the Sanford School Department at 207-324-1810.
🍎 Join Us on the Kindergarten Trail! 🍎 The Sanford School Department is thrilled to announce our "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of special events designed to make your child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 3:30 - 6:00 PM Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street) At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) ELIGIBILITY: Children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: April 3rd: Kindergarten Exploration - Visit classrooms and meet teachers May 8th: Playground Exploration - Meet future classmates and enjoy a popsicle Summer: Kindergarten screening appointments Before school begins: Orientation and classroom open house Questions? Call the Sanford School Department at 207-324-1810.
Meet Quang Lam, a Sanford High senior who's revolutionizing how musicians learn! Through his Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) project, he's creating innovative software that could automatically convert music recordings into sheet music - imagine having a program that writes down musical notes for you while you listen! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2031693
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2031693
Good luck to the SHS girls’ basketball team as they travel to the Cross Insurance Center tonight to play Gorham at 6 p.m. in the semi-finals of the Class AA South Playoffs! You can pre-purchase tickets on GoFan, and the game will be streamed on WHOU.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Good luck to the SHS girls’ basketball team as they travel to the Cross Insurance Center tonight to play Gorham in the semi-finals of the Class AA South Playoffs! You can pre-purchase tickets on GoFan, and the game will be streamed on WHOU.
The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable. The journey begins with a District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, from 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this event, families will have the opportunity to meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, ask questions, and complete registration paperwork. Many local community providers will be present with informational tables to support families during this transition. Current Pre-K students do not need to register, but are welcome to attend. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025. Parents and guardians should bring their child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage bill etc), immunization records, and a parent/guardian photo ID to registration. Following registration, families will be invited to participate in several welcoming events throughout the spring and summer. On April 3rd, families can attend Kindergarten Exploration to visit classrooms and meet teachers. Then on May 8th, children can participate in the Playground Exploration event, meeting future classmates and enjoying a popsicle. During the summer, families will schedule a kindergarten screening appointment where vision, hearing, and developmental milestones will be assessed. The journey culminates with an orientation and classroom open house before the first day of school.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable. The journey begins with a District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, from 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this event, families will have the opportunity to meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, ask questions, and complete registration paperwork. Many local community providers will be present with informational tables to support families during this transition. Current Pre-K students do not need to register, but are welcome to attend. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025. Parents and guardians should bring their child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage bill etc), immunization records, and a parent/guardian photo ID to registration. Following registration, families will be invited to participate in several welcoming events throughout the spring and summer. On April 3rd, families can attend Kindergarten Exploration to visit classrooms and meet teachers. Then on May 8th, children can participate in the Playground Exploration event, meeting future classmates and enjoying a popsicle. During the summer, families will schedule a kindergarten screening appointment where vision, hearing, and developmental milestones will be assessed. The journey culminates with an orientation and classroom open house before the first day of school.
The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable. The journey begins with a District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, from 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this event, families will have the opportunity to meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, ask questions, and complete registration paperwork. Many local community providers will be present with informational tables to support families during this transition. Current Pre-K students do not need to register, but are welcome to attend. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025. Parents and guardians should bring their child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage bill etc), immunization records, and a parent/guardian photo ID to registration. Following registration, families will be invited to participate in several welcoming events throughout the spring and summer. On April 3rd, families can attend Kindergarten Exploration to visit classrooms and meet teachers. Then on May 8th, children can participate in the Playground Exploration event, meeting future classmates and enjoying a popsicle. During the summer, families will schedule a kindergarten screening appointment where vision, hearing, and developmental milestones will be assessed. The journey culminates with an orientation and classroom open house before the first day of school.