Sanford School Department

REMINDER! MBDA Marching Band Finals are TOMORROW at 5p.m. at Alumni Stadium!

Kiwanis in Sanford made a donation to the SRTC Building Trades Program, recognizing the program's dedication to revitalizing Cobb Stadium. Kiwanis took the initiative to organize an effort aimed at revitalizing Cobb Stadium. They scheduled four days of work to be carried out by their members and students in the Building Trades Program. The specific task was to strip and reside the existing storage garage situated in the lower back corner of Cobb. Kiwanis members and students stripped off the old wood clapboard siding and replaced it with new white vinyl siding, giving the structure a refreshed and modern appearance. They also installed aluminum wrap trim, ensuring durability and protection for years to come. To express their support for the SRTC Building Trades Program's contribution to the revitalization of Cobb Stadium, Kiwanis donated $1,500 to the program. This contribution will enhance the program's resources and enable them to continue providing valuable hands-on experiences to future students.

With their win on Tuesday evening, the SHS football team has qualified for the postseason. They will head into the playoffs as the #4th seed. Sanford will travel to #1 seeded Thornton Academy on Monday, November 6th, for a 7 p.m. Class A South Regional Semi-Final game.

Every year, communities across the United States join together during the last week of October to observe Red Ribbon Week. This event serves as a symbol of unity and commitment to combating substance abuse and its effects on individuals, families, and communities. Sanford Middle School and High School participated in Red Ribbon Week, offering various activities, resources, and opportunities for students to engage in promoting a drug-free lifestyle. Read more here: https://www.sanford.org/article/1320778

REMINDER! There is a Financial Aid Workshop TONIGHT at the Sanford Performing Arts Center at 6 p.m. The workshop provides the opportunity to learn how to access financial aid, when to apply, and what other sources of aid are available to help pay for college. All SHS families but especially the Class of 2024 students and their parent(s) or trusted adult are encouraged to attend. Please bring a laptop or other device to the workshop. You will learn more about: • What financial aid is and how the process works • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) • Steps to take now that are required before starting the FAFSA • What an FSA ID is and why it matters to everyone

REMINDER: The Sanford School Counseling Department and GEAR Parent Network are hosting an event called "Defusing Challenging Behaviors: How to Effectively De-Escalate Your Child" TONIGHT from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Sanford Pride Elementary, in the library at 708 Main Street, Sanford, ME. Handouts, a certificate of attendance, and PowerPoint slides will be provided at the workshop. The event aims to teach different techniques for defusing challenging behaviors in children.

Last night's Haunted Woods was a spooky good time!

Do you want to know more about the programs offered at Sanford Regional Technical Center? Learn everything from the program's objectives, what kind of hands-on experience they offer, and much more. Check out the spotlight on the Academy of Business Program here: https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-regional-technical-center/article/1303706

REMINDER! JMG's Haunted Woods is tonight starting at 5:30 p.m. at Gowen Park

In case you missed it, WMTW Meteorologist Ted McInerney visited Carl J. Lamb last Wednesday for Weather At Your School. Check out the video here! https://www.wmtw.com/article/weather-at-your-school-carl-j-lamb-school/45694604

Congratulations to the Sanford High School Football team for their 21-20 win over Noble! Read the recap here: https://www.varsitymaine.com/game/noble-at-sanford-50 You can also rewatch the game on WSSRTV's Youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YyH32BhZ3J8

Vaping among students has become a pressing issue in many schools, and the Sanford School Department has taken proactive measures to tackle this concern head-on. During the 2022-2023 school year, there were over 100 vaping violations at Sanford High School and Middle School combined. Last spring, the department established a committee comprised of school administration, counselors, outreach staff, health teachers, representatives from Southern Maine Health Care, and the school committee. The goal of the committee was to review the existing approach to vaping, identify what was working and what adjustments were needed, and develop a strategy to address this trend. Read more here: https://www.sanford.org/article/1315714

There will be a Financial Aid Workshop on Thursday, November 2nd, at the Sanford Performing Arts Center at 6 p.m. The workshop provides the opportunity to learn how to access financial aid, when to apply, and what other sources of aid are available to help pay for college. All SHS families but especially the Class of 2024 students and their parent(s) or trusted adult are encouraged to attend. Please bring a laptop or other device to the workshop. You will learn more about: • What financial aid is and how the process works • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) • Steps to take now that are required before starting the FAFSA • What an FSA ID is and why it matters to everyone

SHS Football has its final game of the regular season TONIGHT against Noble at 7 p.m. at Alumni Stadium!

Happy Halloween from the Sanford School Department. Here is the link to the latest edition of the 'Sanford Spotlight' https://bit.ly/474dt0E Enjoy!

JMG's Haunted Woods has been rescheduled to WEDNESDAY, November 1st, from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

Here are some pictures from Sanford Pride Elementary's Spirit Week, which was organized by SPE Student Leaders!

There are a few high school winter sports sign up meetings this week: Boys Basketball sign up meeting will be Tuesday, October 31 at 2:30 p.m. in the practice gym. Wrestling Sign Up Meeting – Tuesday, October 31 – 2:30 p.m. – wrestling room Indoor Track Sign Up Meeting – Thursday, November 2 – 2:30 p.m. – agora stairs Family ID is now open for Winter Sports registrations

Good afternoon. Sanford Schools will return to normal operations and reopen this Monday, October 30, 2023. Use this link to access a letter from the Superintendent https://5il.co/27ymi

The Marching Band Finals at Alumni Stadium have been postponed to next Saturday, November 4th, at 5 p.m.