Today's high school athletic schedule:
Girls JV Field hockey @ 5PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ 6:30PM @ SHS
Girls JV Field hockey @ 5PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ 6:30PM @ SHS
🌟 Congratulations to Sanford Middle School's Diana Allen! She was honored at the Maine Department of Education Summit in August for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching - the nation's highest honor for K-12 science educators.
Diana was one of only 336 teachers nationwide to receive this recognition. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2397194
Diana was one of only 336 teachers nationwide to receive this recognition. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2397194

Today's high school athletic schedule:
Cross Country Meet @ 4PM @ SHS
Girls JV Soccer @ 4:30PM @ Falmouth HS
Boys JV Soccer @ 5PM @ Thornton Academy HS
Girls JV Field Hockey @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Soccer @ 6:30PM @ Falmouth HS
Boys Varsity Soccer @ 7PM @ Thornton Academy HS
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ 7PM @ SHS
Cross Country Meet @ 4PM @ SHS
Girls JV Soccer @ 4:30PM @ Falmouth HS
Boys JV Soccer @ 5PM @ Thornton Academy HS
Girls JV Field Hockey @ 5:30PM @ SHS
Girls Varsity Soccer @ 6:30PM @ Falmouth HS
Boys Varsity Soccer @ 7PM @ Thornton Academy HS
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ 7PM @ SHS
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Golf Meet @ 3:30PM @ Sanford Country Club
Freshman Girls Volleyball @ 3:30PM @ Portland HS
JV Girls Volleyball @ 4:30PM @ Portland HS
Varsity Girls Volleyball @ 6PM @ Portland HS
Boys Varsity Football @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field, Biddeford
Cheerleading @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field, Biddeford
Golf Meet @ 3:30PM @ Sanford Country Club
Freshman Girls Volleyball @ 3:30PM @ Portland HS
JV Girls Volleyball @ 4:30PM @ Portland HS
Varsity Girls Volleyball @ 6PM @ Portland HS
Boys Varsity Football @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field, Biddeford
Cheerleading @ 6PM @ Waterhouse Field, Biddeford
🚗✨ CAR WASH FUNDRAISER ✨🚗
The SHS National Honor Society is hosting a car wash to support our community! Bring your car down to Pride Elementary (708 Main St) this Saturday, September 6th from 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
🌟 Event Details: 📅 Saturday, September 6th ⏰ 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Pride Elementary School
The SHS National Honor Society is hosting a car wash to support our community! Bring your car down to Pride Elementary (708 Main St) this Saturday, September 6th from 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
🌟 Event Details: 📅 Saturday, September 6th ⏰ 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
📍 Pride Elementary School

Good evening. A reminder that tomorrow (Wednesday, Sept. 3rd) is regular dismissal time. One hour early releases on Wednesdays begin on September 10th for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.
Today's high school athletic schedule:
Varsity Golf @ 4PM @ Westbrook
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Scrimmage @ 5PM @ SHS
Girls JV Field Hockey Scrimmage @ 6:30 @ SHS
Varsity Golf @ 4PM @ Westbrook
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Scrimmage @ 5PM @ SHS
Girls JV Field Hockey Scrimmage @ 6:30 @ SHS
The Sanford School Department held its annual District-Wide Welcome Back at the Performing Arts Center this week to kick off the new school year. Staff from across all schools in the district gathered to welcome new team members and hear opening remarks. The event opened with a special performance by Sanford High School's Chamber Singers!

Yesterday we hosted our annual New Staff Orientation at Sanford High School, providing comprehensive training and support to help our new teachers start the year strong. From technology training to safety protocols and mentorship connections, we're making sure our new educators have everything they need to succeed with our students!

Registration is open for Sanford Middle School Fall Sports! You can register through the SMS website.
https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-middle-school/page/sports
https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-middle-school/page/sports

Good afternoon - Here is the link to the Sanford School Department's newsletter that contains back-to-school information, first day schedules by grade level, open house and orientation dates for all schools - https://tinyurl.com/2ww5xbcw. Enjoy.
🏈 REMINDER: FALL MEET THE COACHES NIGHT 🏈
TONIGHT - August 19th at 6:00 PM
📍 Sanford Performing Arts Center
Don't miss this chance to meet the fall coaches and learn about the upcoming season!
TONIGHT - August 19th at 6:00 PM
📍 Sanford Performing Arts Center
Don't miss this chance to meet the fall coaches and learn about the upcoming season!
Two Sanford students are hosting a community event! Grayson Perro (sophomore) and his sister Violet Perro (3rd grader at Carl J) are hosting the 5th Annual Heart Peace and Love for Kids 5K Walk & Craft Fair to support a 6-year-old girl from Shapleigh who has been battling leukemia for the past two years.
The event will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Gowens Park in Sanford from 10am-3pm. Walk registration starts at 9am with the walk beginning at 10am, and there will also be a wonderful craft fair throughout the day!
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
- Join the 5K walk! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebdQMMq5QU85VRlD5iRwWG0D1PFeA06GalMoQszqC86ezIVg/viewform?usp=header
- Volunteers needed - reach out if you can lend a hand
- Crafters welcome - still spots available for vendors
The event will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Gowens Park in Sanford from 10am-3pm. Walk registration starts at 9am with the walk beginning at 10am, and there will also be a wonderful craft fair throughout the day!
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
- Join the 5K walk! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebdQMMq5QU85VRlD5iRwWG0D1PFeA06GalMoQszqC86ezIVg/viewform?usp=header
- Volunteers needed - reach out if you can lend a hand
- Crafters welcome - still spots available for vendors

Stuff the Bus Maine will hold its annual school supplies distribution event on Saturday, August 23rd | Curtis Lake Church, Westview Drive, Sanford No registration required - just show up!
🕘 YOUR TIME SLOT (by child's last name):
T-Z: 9:00 AM
N-S: 10:00 AM
H-M: 11:00 AM
A-G: 11:30 AM
👨👩👧👦 Multiple kids with different last names? Use your YOUNGEST child's last name for the whole family.
🚨 Coming WITHOUT your kids? Arrive at 11:00 AM - our volunteers will pack supplies for you!
📝 BRING THIS FOR EACH CHILD: One 3x5 index card with:
Your name (parent/guardian)
Child's name
Grade entering fall 2025
🕘 YOUR TIME SLOT (by child's last name):
T-Z: 9:00 AM
N-S: 10:00 AM
H-M: 11:00 AM
A-G: 11:30 AM
👨👩👧👦 Multiple kids with different last names? Use your YOUNGEST child's last name for the whole family.
🚨 Coming WITHOUT your kids? Arrive at 11:00 AM - our volunteers will pack supplies for you!
📝 BRING THIS FOR EACH CHILD: One 3x5 index card with:
Your name (parent/guardian)
Child's name
Grade entering fall 2025

🏛️ Calling all incoming freshmen and new students! 🏛️
Ready to start your journey at Sanford High School? Join us for Freshman & New Student Orientation!
📅 When: August 26th at 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Sanford High School
Come get connected, tour the school, and get ready for an amazing year at SHS! This is your chance to:
✅ Meet other new students
✅ Learn your way around campus
✅ Get important information for the school year
✅ Connect with staff and resources
Don't miss this opportunity to start the year off right! We can't wait to welcome you to the Spartan family! 🛡️

Sanford High School's athletic department has launched its own app! Download the Sanford Spartans App to keep up with your favorite SHS sports teams.
📱 Everything you need in one place:
- Follow the team
- Get game information
- Sign up for notifications
- Purchase tickets & More!
📱 Everything you need in one place:
- Follow the team
- Get game information
- Sign up for notifications
- Purchase tickets & More!


Continuing to recognize our retiring staff... Congratulations to Margaret Warner on her retirement after many years as an Art Teacher at Sanford High School! Throughout her career, Margaret has inspired countless students to explore their creativity and artistic talents. Thank you for bringing art to life!

🏈⚽🏐 FALL SPORTS REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🏃♀️🏃♂️
Sanford High School's Fall sports season starts August 18th - time to get registered!
📝 Register online: https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/hs-fall-athletic-registration-2025
✅ You'll need: Current sports physical, Medical insurance
Need a physical? ConvenientMD has you covered for just $25 (good for 2 years!):
🌐 Book online: https://convenientmd.com/urgent-care/youth-physicals/
📞 Call: 207-850-5744
Sanford High School's Fall sports season starts August 18th - time to get registered!
📝 Register online: https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/hs-fall-athletic-registration-2025
✅ You'll need: Current sports physical, Medical insurance
Need a physical? ConvenientMD has you covered for just $25 (good for 2 years!):
🌐 Book online: https://convenientmd.com/urgent-care/youth-physicals/
📞 Call: 207-850-5744
Continuing to recognize our retiring staff... Congratulations to Kathleen Spencer on her retirement after years of service as an Educational Technician I in Literacy! Throughout her time with Sanford schools, Kathleen has dedicated herself to supporting student learning and literacy development. Thank you for your commitment! 📚

The Maine Department of Health and Human Services is updating their EBT card system to better serve our community! Here's what you need to know:
📅 When: July 27, 2025
⏰ Service Interruption: Saturday, July 26 at 11 PM through Sunday, July 27 at 11 AM 🔄 What's Changing: Transitioning to Fidelity Information Services (FIS) for EBT Card Services
❗ During the 12-hour transition period, EBT purchases will NOT be possible. Please plan accordingly.
After the transition, families will have access to the new ebtEDGE platform with improved features and services.
❓ Questions? Contact Maine DHHS Office of Family Independence at 1-855-797-4357
📅 When: July 27, 2025
⏰ Service Interruption: Saturday, July 26 at 11 PM through Sunday, July 27 at 11 AM 🔄 What's Changing: Transitioning to Fidelity Information Services (FIS) for EBT Card Services
❗ During the 12-hour transition period, EBT purchases will NOT be possible. Please plan accordingly.
After the transition, families will have access to the new ebtEDGE platform with improved features and services.
❓ Questions? Contact Maine DHHS Office of Family Independence at 1-855-797-4357

