Sanford School Department

Sanford Athletic Director Zach Lemelin Receives Past President Rising Star Award

April 11, 2025

Sanford High School Athletic Director Zach Lemelin has been honored with the Past President Rising Star Award from the Maine Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association, r...

Students from the Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) program at Sanford High School (SHS) organized and hosted the first-ever Special Olympics Cornhole tournament in the state of Maine. The event welcomed 70 athletes from nearby schools and adult agencies who came together to compete and celebrate the spirit of inclusivity through this increasingly popular sport. The tournament, which took place at Sanford High School, was entirely student-organized and operated, showcasing the leadership abilities and community commitment of the JMG participants. Their efforts paid off tremendously, with Special Olympics officials already extending an invitation for SHS to host the event again next year.

Sanford High School Hosts Special Olympics Corn Hole Tournament

April 11, 2025

Students from the Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) program at Sanford High School (SHS) organized and hosted the first-ever Special Olympics Cornhole tournament in the state of Mai...

Carl J. Lamb Elementary Lights Up the Night with First Annual Glow Run

Carl J. Lamb Elementary Lights Up the Night with Glow Run Event

April 11, 2025

Carl J. Lamb Elementary School was aglow with excitement last night as students, families, and staff gathered for the school's Glow Run event. The gymnasium was transformed into a...

Sanford Spotlight Newsletter

April 10, 2025

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Sanford Key Club Shines at 76th Annual District Educational Conference

April 10, 2025

Sanford High School's Key Club recently made an impressive mark at the 76th Annual District Educational Conference in Portland, bringing home multiple awards and creating lasting ...

Congratulations to Sanford High School’s Math Team who represented us proudly at the State competition on April 1st at the Augusta Civic Center! Ten of our top Spartans participated among nearly 1,000 mathletes from across the state. Read more about it on The Spartan Times here: https://spartan-times.com/2025/04/07/shs-mathletes-attend-state-competition/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJh9WhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHt9wgW_nX9NXuQm265hRSOb81s66Bax

SHS Math Team Competes at State Competition

April 8, 2025

Congratulations to Sanford High School’s Math Team who represented us proudly at the State competition on April 1st at the Augusta Civic Center! Ten of our top Spartans particip...

Kindergarten Exploration Event Draws Strong Turnout

April 8, 2025

The Sanford School Department successfully hosted its Kindergarten Exploration Event last Thursday, April 3, welcoming over 50 families across its elementary schools. The event, ...

SRTC Academy of Business Students Shine at Junior Achievement Titan Challenge

April 7, 2025

Sanford Regional Technical Center’s Academy of Business had their strongest showing yet at this year's Junior Achievement Titan Challenge on April 3rd, with 28 students forming t...

SHS Musicians Excel at District Jazz Festival, New England Percussion Finals, and State Championships

April 7, 2025

Last week, Sanford High School had the privilege of hosting the District 1 Honors Jazz Festival on Thursday and Friday. Several talented students participated in this prestigious...

An exciting day for Sanford Middle School 5th graders began before sunrise on Wednesday as they welcomed WMTW Channel 8 Meteorologist Ted McInerney to campus. Several students had the unique opportunity to participate in McInerney's live morning weather broadcast as part of the station's popular "Weather At Your School" program. The educational experience didn't end with the morning broadcast. Later in the day, McInerney returned to SMS to deliver a comprehensive presentation on meteorology to the entire 5th grade. Students learned about weather patterns, forecasting techniques, and the science behind meteorology during the engaging session. The visit provided students with both an inside look at television broadcasting and valuable science education from one of Maine's well-known meteorologists. To watch the segment featuring our SMS students, visit: [LINK]

WMTW Weather at Your School Visits SMS

April 3, 2025

An exciting day for Sanford Middle School 5th graders began before sunrise on Wednesday as they welcomed WMTW Channel 8 Meteorologist Ted McInerney to campus. Several students had...

BMX Stunt Star & Heart Health Heroes: Excitement at Carl J. Lamb Assembly!

April 2, 2025

Carl J. Lamb’s recent assembly was filled with excitement, inspiration, and plenty of whipped cream! Students showed incredible generosity by raising funds for the American Heart...

Scholarship Opportunities for SKILLS Participants - Application Deadlines Approaching!

April 2, 2025

We're excited to share several valuable scholarship opportunities for your students involved in SKILLS programs. Please note the upcoming deadlines and share this information wit...

First 10 April Newsletter

April 1, 2025

Click here for First 10's April Newsletter. The First 10 Sanford April newsletter is a vibrant resource connecting families with valuable early childhood opportunities. This mon...

Character Carnival Brings Books to Life at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary

March 31, 2025

Last Thursday evening, Margaret Chase Smith Elementary was transformed into a celebration of literacy and positive values as families gathered for the annual Character Carnival. T...

Sanford Middle School Band Earns Superior Rating at Maine Concert Festival

Sanford Middle School 8th Grade Band Earns Superior Rating at Maine Concert Festival

March 27, 2025

Sanford Middle School's 8th grade Band has achieved the highest honor possible at the Maine Band Director's Association Concert Festival in South Portland, earning a Superior rati...

Sanford High School Freshmen Win State Elks Drug Awareness Contest

March 26, 2025

Four Sanford High School freshmen have been recognized as state winners in the annual Elks Drug Awareness Video Contest. The group of ninth-grade students—Joshua Fogarty, Anna Br...

Sanford Middle School's Stronger Connections Grant Making Positive Impact

March 26, 2025

Every Thursday afternoon at Sanford Middle School, the cafeteria buzzes with excitement as students gather around four large drums. The student leadership team reaches in to draw...

Sanford Spotlight Newsletter

March 26, 2025

Click here for to access the Sanford Spotlight Newsletter. This edition celebrates our students' achievements across all schools, featuring highlights from the 36th Annual Band F...

Sanford Regional Technical Center Names Devenny Brickett as Student of the Year

March 25, 2025

SANFORD, ME - The Sanford Regional Technical Center (SRTC) proudly announces Devenny Brickett, a junior at Massabesic High School, as its Student of the Year. Enrolled in the He...

Sanford Regional Technical Center held its annual Celebrating Partnerships event on Wednesday, March 19th. The gathering brought together local business partners, educators, and students to highlight successful individual program advisory councils, internships and strengthen community connections. SRTC Director Matt Petermann welcomed attendees, expressing his gratitude for their support and emphasizing the importance of community partnerships for student success. Sally Quarles, SRTC's Career Aspirations and ELO Coordinator, then introduced herself and explained her role in coordinating internships, apprenticeships, and extended learning opportunities. "I'm happy to be here. This is my very first year, my very first celebrating partnerships," Quarles shared. "I just want to say thank you very much for all your time and effort and everything that you do for our students here at SRTC." A highlight of the evening was a student panel, which included Brianna Burby, Brian Graffam, Izzy Enos, Hannah Morgan, Deanna Watson, Alex Seebeck, Connor Rice, Natalie Green, Spencer Jourdain, and Kadden Veilleux, who all shared their experiences in their respective programs. Veilleux, a Health Occupations senior, revealed his inspiration: "I want to learn how to help people," he said. "I've learned a lot from the program and even work at Pinnacle Health and Rehab in town." Rice from the Academy of Business explained how his passion for music guided his educational choices: "I wanted to learn more about business and managing my own company eventually. This class has really taught me how to become an entrepreneur, managing finances, marketing and how to promote myself." Many of the students on the panel participated in the SkillsUSA competition for the first time. A notable achievement was highlighted during the event when Digital Design student Watson was recognized for creating the entire branding and marketing materials for Skills USA. Before and after the panel discussion, representatives from local businesses networked and mingled throughout the venue, exchanging ideas and exploring potential partnerships with SRTC programs. Among these business representatives was Matt Cote, Quality Manager for Casco Bay and parent of a welding program student. Cote has attended the event for years, even bringing his son when he was younger: "I've always invited him if he wanted to come with me," Cote said. "Now that he's in a program, he wants to come. Yeah, absolutely, he's engaged." The event showcased how SRTC's programs prepare students for real-world careers through hands-on learning. Program advisory committees, composed of local business professionals, ensure curriculum remains relevant to today's workforce needs. After the panel discussion, Program Advisory Committee members met with instructors while new community members toured SRTC facilities.

SRTC's Celebrating Partnerships Showcases Student Success and Business Collaboration

March 24, 2025

Sanford Regional Technical Center held its annual Celebrating Partnerships event on Wednesday, March 19th. The gathering brought together local business partners, educators, and s...