Good evening. Here is the link to the Sanford School Department's latest newsletter the 'Sanford Spotlight' - bit.ly/42svBxF This edition includes stories on MCS Showcases, SHS Staff Veterans Celebration, SRO Award, SPE Teacher Nominated for Fenway Bowl Honor, Sights Around Our Schools, Alumni & Employee Spotlights and more. Enjoy!
3 months ago, Matt Nelson
Today's high school athletic schedule: First Team Boys Basketball @ 4PM @ Gorham HS JV Boys Basketball @ 5:30PM @ Gorham HS Varsity Boys Basketball @ 7PM @ Gorham HS JV Girls Basketball @ 4:30PM @ SHS Varsity Basketball @ 6PM @ SHS
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Double the excitement at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Pre-K and Kindergarten students wowed their families with back-to-back showcases. Kindergarteners became wildlife experts, guiding visitors through interactive stations about fish, frogs, owls, and wolves. From building salmon habitats to acting out stories, these young scientists showed off their knowledge of animal adaptations and life cycles. Meanwhile, Pre-K students sparkled at their Literacy Showcase, mastering letter formation with creative tools like mini erasers and tackling winter-themed word activities. Thank you to all the families who joined us!
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Double the excitement at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Pre-K and Kindergarten students wowed their families with back-to-back showcases. Kindergarteners became wildlife experts, guiding visitors through interactive stations about fish, frogs, owls, and wolves. From building salmon habitats to acting out stories, these young scientists showed off their knowledge of animal adaptations and life cycles. Meanwhile, Pre-K students sparkled at their Literacy Showcase, mastering letter formation with creative tools like mini erasers and tackling winter-themed word activities. Thank you to all the families who joined us to celebrate these incredible learning moments.
Double the excitement at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Pre-K and Kindergarten students wowed their families with back-to-back showcases. Kindergarteners became wildlife experts, guiding visitors through interactive stations about fish, frogs, owls, and wolves. From building salmon habitats to acting out stories, these young scientists showed off their knowledge of animal adaptations and life cycles. Meanwhile, Pre-K students sparkled at their Literacy Showcase, mastering letter formation with creative tools like mini erasers and tackling winter-themed word activities. Thank you to all the families who joined us to celebrate these incredible learning moments.
The incredible story of Paityn Ricker's SnackDash program continues to spread! After an amazing response to our original story, WMTW picked up this inspiring example of student leadership. You can watch the story here: https://www.wmtw.com/article/maine-student-national-grant-feed-classmates/63454825
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Boomer, the Sanford Mainers mascot, visited Pride Elementary during its all-school meeting last week to help promote the teams’ Bookworms Literacy Program!
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Boomer, the Sanford Mainers mascot, visited Pride Elementary during its all-school meeting last week to help promote the teams’ Bookworms Literacy Program!
Good morning. Due to weather / road conditions, there will be a two hour delayed start in Sanford on Monday, February 3, 2025.
3 months ago, Matt Nelson
Important Postseason Information: This Saturday, February 1st our Cheering team will be traveling to the Cross Insurance Center in Bangor to compete in the Class A Regional Cheering Competition. This follows up their 3rd place finish at the SMAA Cheering Competition on Saturday, January 25th. The team will take the mat around 5:20 pm. Finishing place will determine qualification to the State Championship the following weekend. Also this Saturday, February 1st, our Wrestling team will be hosting and competing in the MPA Class A Dual State Championship. The dual tournament will start at 10:00 am here at Sanford High School. Sanford is the #4 seed from Class A South and will wrestle the #1 seed Camden Hills from the North. To attend any of these events, you must purchase a digital ticket as they are now cashless. Please use the following link: https://gofan.co/mpa
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Today's high school athletic schedule: Boys JV Basketball @ 4:30pm @ Kennebunk HS Boys First Team Basketball @ 4:40pm @ SHS Girls Varsity Basketball @ 5:30pm @ Kennebunk HS Boys Varsity Basketball @ 7pm @ Kennebunk HS
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Congratulations to Officer Joe Jourdain, Sanford Middle School's School Resource Officer, on receiving the Wayne Drown Award from the Maine Association of Police! This award recognizes excellence in school-based policing and dedication to serving the school community. Learn more about how Officer Jourdain is making a difference in our students' lives: https://www.sanford.org/article/1995690
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/1995690
📣 Last night the Sanford High School girls' and boys' basketball teams honored six of our own SHS faculty veterans during a special Military Appreciation Night at our doubleheader against Noble. Both teams unveiled special uniforms to show their support. We are proud to recognize our faculty veterans: - Russell Clark - Raymond Demarrett - Chris Jeney - Peter O'Brien - Matt Petermann - Shaun Rowe The evening also included a 50/50 raffle benefiting the Travis Mills Foundation, supporting post-9/11 veterans and their families.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Raymond Demarrett
Good morning. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Due to weather conditions, Sanford schools will have a one hour delayed start on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Today's planned early release will continue as scheduled. One hour delayed start for Sanford schools on Wednesday, January 29th
3 months ago, Matt Nelson
Good morning. This is a message from the Sanford School Department. Sanford schools will have a one hour delayed start on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Today's planned early release will continue as scheduled.
3 months ago, Matt Nelson
Today's high school athletic schedule: Girls JV Basketball @ 4PM @ SHS (Practice Gym) Boys First Team Basketball @ 4PM @ SHS (Partners Bank Gym) Girls Varsity Basketball @ 5:30PM @ SHS (Partners Bank Gym) Boys JV Basketball @ 5:30PM @ SHS (Practice Gym) Boys Varsity Basketball @ 7PM @ SHS (Partners Bank Gym)
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Check out some of the action from today’s Unified Basketball game!
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Check out some of the action from today’s Unified Basketball game!
Check out some of the action from today’s Unified Basketball game!
Check out some of the action from today’s Unified Basketball game!
Check out some of the action from today’s Unified Basketball game!
Check out some of the action from today’s Unified Basketball game!
Today's high school athletic schedule: Unified Basketball Game @ 3:30PM @ SHS
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith kindergarteners in Mrs. St. Laurent's class have been busy learning! Their youngest coyotes are building strong math foundations through hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practice number identification in fun and engaging ways!
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith kindergarteners in Mrs. St. Laurent's class have been busy learning! Their youngest coyotes are building strong math foundations through hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practice number identification in fun and engaging ways!
Margaret Chase Smith kindergarteners in Mrs. St. Laurent's class have been busy learning! Their youngest coyotes are building strong math foundations through hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practice number identification in fun and engaging ways!
There's only one week left to nominate a teacher for the 2025 York County Teacher of the Year and 2026 Teacher of the Year! Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate exemplary skills that inspire students and colleagues, and who help focus attention on the importance of public schools among everyone in the Sanford community. Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website from now until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31st, 2025. Here is the link to the form: https://educatemaine.wufoo.com/forms/r1j4ry7j09it0gv/ They are accepted by students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations. Recognize an educator today who has continued to inspire, educate and care for their students!
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith students created good-luck cards for their Sanford High School peers taking final exams. SHS peer helpers were there bright and early yesterday morning to distribute these messages. What a wonderful way to show community support!
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith students created good-luck cards for their Sanford High School peers taking final exams. SHS peer helpers were there bright and early yesterday morning to distribute these messages. What a wonderful way to show community support!
🏃‍♂️ From Sanford High three-sport athlete to record-breaking collegiate sprinter! Proud to share the journey of 2020 graduate Ethan Shain, now holding FOUR University of Southern Maine track records. His path from "cruise control" to All-American honors shows what dedication and perseverance can achieve. Read the full story of how this Spartan's journey led to tears of joy at nationals ⬇️ https://www.sanford.org/article/1982035 Photos: James Liebowitz, Deja Driscol Smith
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
🏃‍♂️ From Sanford High three-sport athlete to record-breaking collegiate sprinter! Proud to share the journey of 2020 graduate Ethan Shain, now holding FOUR University of Southern Maine track records. His path from "cruise control" to All-American honors shows what dedication and perseverance can achieve. Read the full story of how this Spartan's journey led to tears of joy at nationals ⬇️ https://www.sanford.org/article/1982035 Photos: James Liebowitz, Deja Driscol Smith
🏃‍♂️ From Sanford High three-sport athlete to record-breaking collegiate sprinter! Proud to share the journey of 2020 graduate Ethan Shain, now holding FOUR University of Southern Maine track records. His path from "cruise control" to All-American honors shows what dedication and perseverance can achieve. Read the full story of how this Spartan's journey led to tears of joy at nationals ⬇️ https://www.sanford.org/article/1982035 Photos: James Liebowitz, Deja Driscol Smith
📚 Proud moment for Sanford Pride Elementary! Michelle Payeur was nominated for the 2024 Wasabi Fenway Bowl Honor Roll, selected from over 1,000 New England educators! A Sanford High grad turned hometown teacher, Michelle's dedication to our students caught the attention of a parent and colleague who witnessed her impact firsthand. She joined other outstanding educators at Fenway Park for this historic bowl game celebration! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/1978953
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
📚 Proud moment for Sanford Pride Elementary! Our very own Michelle Payeur was nominated for the 2024 Wasabi Fenway Bowl Honor Roll, selected from over 1,000 New England educators! A Sanford High grad turned hometown teacher, Michelle's dedication to our students caught the attention of a parent and colleague who witnessed her impact firsthand. She joined other outstanding educators at Fenway Park for this historic bowl game celebration! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/1978953