Students at Sanford Middle School discovered how classroom mathematics transforms into real-world solutions during a special visit from transportation systems engineer Mark Love on February 10th. Love, who founded Engineers Teaching Algebra, worked with SMS's Algebra and Geometry classes to tackle an engaging challenge: designing safe traffic intersections. The interactive session brought textbook concepts to life as students used algebraic reasoning to calculate optimal traffic light timing for both three- and four-way intersections. Working like real engineers, they applied proportional thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure safe traffic flow through their designed intersections. The session demonstrated that mathematics isn't just about memorizing formulas – it's about creative thinking and practical problem-solving. Students learned that while calculators are valuable tools, success in engineering and mathematics relies on their ability to think logically and approach problems creatively.
SRTC Student Wins Statewide Design Competition for SkillsUSA Conference
Students at Sanford Middle School embraced the Great Kindness Challenge during the last week of January, recording an impressive 5,083 random acts of kindness (RAKs) throughout the building. A highlight of the week included students participating in "Twin Day," where pairs of seventh graders doubled up on kindness while sporting matching tutus. The school's counseling department hallway featured a vibrant paper chain with kind messages and RAK ideas linking the entire corridor. In a friendly classroom competition, students tracked their acts of kindness throughout the week. Mrs. White's 8th-grade homeroom led the school with 1,041 RAKs, while grade-level winners included Mrs. Wilson's 5th grade (356 RAKs), Mr. Pyle's 6th grade (287 RAKs), and Mrs. McCann's 7th grade (261 RAKs). Notable mentions went to Mrs. Fraser's 8th grade class with 1,025 RAKs and Mrs. LaVasseur's class with 261 RAKs.
New School Resource Officer Brings Experience and Community Focus to Sanford
Sanford Regional Technical Center Represented at Hall of Flags
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Kindergarten students at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary School transformed into eager teachers during their recent showcase event, demonstrating their learning through hands-on activities. Students guided their families through various interactive stations, showing confidence in sharing their knowledge and skills. The showcase, part of the K for ME curriculum, drew an impressive turnout, with parents, grandparents, and siblings filling the kindergarten classrooms. The strong family participation created an energetic atmosphere as students led their visitors through each learning station, proudly sharing their work and understanding.
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Pre-K students at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary School recently welcomed their families to a special Literacy Showcase, demonstrating the impressive progress they've made in developing early reading and writing skills. Throughout the classroom, students guided their families through various hands-on learning stations. At the letter-building station, children used mini erasers to construct letters, strengthening both their understanding of letter formation and their fine motor skills. Other stations featured winter-themed word activities where students practiced identifying letters and building pre-writing skills. The showcase highlighted how our youngest learners develop literacy through engaging, developmentally appropriate activities. Students demonstrated their growing skills by identifying uppercase and lowercase letters, exploring rhyming words, and sorting letters by their shapes—straight lines, curvy lines, or combinations of both. The event provided families with a firsthand look at how their children are building strong foundations in early literacy through play-based learning and hands-on exploration. The enthusiasm and confidence displayed by our Pre-K students showed just how much progress they've made in developing these essential skills.
Sanford Middle School Resource Officer Receives Wayne Drown Award
Sanford High School Honors Military Veterans During Basketball Doubleheader
Sanford High Students Perform in District Honor Ensembles
Broadway's Next Hit Musical returns to SPAC for more laughs
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