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Spring Sing at the Performing Arts Center

March 11, 2025

The Sanford Performing Arts Center filled with families and friends on Wednesday, March 5th, as students from across the district showcased their talents at the annual Spring Si...

Sanford High School Athletics Hosts Winter Sports Banquet

March 7, 2025

Sanford High School held its Winter Sports Recognition Night at the Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, March 4, where coaches of each winter sport took the stage to reflect on the...

SRTC Nursing Students Find Their Calling at Pinnacle Health & Rehab

March 7, 2025

In an innovative partnership between Sanford Regional Technical Center Health Occupations Program and Pinnacle Nursing Home, student Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are gaini...

Sanford Technical Center's Captain Harold Smith Honored with Prestigious Firefighting Award

March 7, 2025

Captain Harold Smith, longtime Fire Science instructor at Sanford Regional Technical Center, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Captain Joel Barnes Community Service Award,...

Young Journalists Take the Lead at Sanford Middle School

March 6, 2025

A new wave of young journalists are making their mark at Sanford Middle School with the launch of the school’s student newspaper. Started in early February, “The SMS Times” is gi...

Sanford Backpack Program and Student Leaders Deliver 950 Food Boxes in Community-Wide Relief Effort

March 3, 2025

The Sanford Backpack Program recently hosted its fourth annual food distribution event at Sanford High School, showcasing the leadership and community spirit of the school's stud...

Sanford High School will be holding an informational evening for parents and guardians of the Class of 2029 on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The event will focus on course selection options for incoming freshmen. The session will take place from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Sanford Performing Arts Center, located on the school campus. Following the discussion, tours of the high school facilities will be available from 7:00-7:30 PM for students and their families. This event provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to learn about academic pathways and course offerings before their children begin high school in the fall.

Sanford High School Hosts Course Selection Event for Incoming Freshmen

March 3, 2025

Sanford High School will be holding an informational evening for parents and guardians of the Class of 2029 on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The event will focus on course selection op...

Sanford Spotlight Newsletter

February 28, 2025

The latest Sanford Spotlight Newsletter is now available with a fresh new design! Our newly revamped newsletter features a modern layout that makes it easier to stay informed abou...

The Sanford School Department successfully hosted its first District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th at Sanford Pride Elementary School. The well-attended event transformed the school's cafeteria into a hub of activity as families with incoming kindergartners explored their first step into school. Staff members wearing red shirts were stationed at tables throughout the room, guiding families through the registration process. Parents and their children completed necessary paperwork while learning about the kindergarten program. Several children participated in craft activities set up specifically to engage them during the registration process.The school nutrition department also provided snacks for the children, giving families a taste of the healthy options available during the school year. What made the evening truly special was the community's enthusiastic support. Representatives from more than a dozen local organizations surrounded the room, ready to connect with families and offer resources. Community organizations included MaineHealth-Partners for a Healthier Community, Sanford Backpack Program, Help Me Grow, Kids Free to Grow, United Way, York County Community Action Corporation (YCCAC), Headstart, First4ME, Kids Kove Childcare and Learning Center, Curtis Lake Church Early Learning Center, Little World 2, and Girl Scouts of Maine. All three elementary school PTAs were also represented. Families also had the opportunity to meet with various school support teams, including counselors, social workers, nurses, and special education staff—putting friendly faces to the extensive network that will help nurture their children's growth. Missed the registration night? No need to worry! Families can still register their kindergartners by calling the Sanford School Department at 324-2810. Current Pre-K students are automatically registered but were welcome at the event to experience this exciting preview of their kindergarten adventure.

Sanford School Department Welcomes Future Kindergartners at Registration Night

February 27, 2025

The Sanford School Department successfully hosted its first District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th at Sanford Pride Elementary School. The well...

A group of Sanford Middle School students took to the slopes this winter as part of the school's new ski and snowboard club. Over four Tuesday evenings, students of varying skill levels enjoyed the conditions at Pleasant Mountain, where they practiced their skiing and snowboarding techniques under the guidance of dedicated SMS staff members. The program welcomed students of all ability levels, with beginners progressing quickly to successfully navigate the chairlift. When asked about their experiences, participants highlighted the social aspects as a key benefit of the club. "It's definitely better skiing with friends... It's fun going with people at your level," student Alex St. Jean said. The program's popularity was evident when Alex got a lucky break: "A day before we go to the ski club, Mrs. Christie comes up to me and says 'Alex, you got great news... somebody's dropped out. Do you want to join Ski Club?'" And Alex jumped at the opportunity. Classmate Connor Fitch described the magical evening atmosphere: "When it's at night, it's all lit up. It's nice... it's just fun skiing with your friends down the mountain." Derek Pichette, who has been skiing most of his life, added: "I didn't like going to the top because the line was always terrible. So I usually just took Riley's run," referring to one of the popular trails at Pleasant Mountain. Connor mentioned how bringing equipment presented its own challenges: "For students that bring their equipment, it's kind of hard because usually I park out the line to walk right in, but with all my stuff, I have to walk all the way over there." The students' behavior caught the attention of Pleasant Mountain staff, who specifically commended Mrs. Crosby on the group's conduct. Based on the overwhelmingly positive experience this season, Principal Crosby is already looking ahead to expand the program. “We look forward to continuing this club and may even extend it to five trips,” Crosby said. “A huge thank you to Mrs. Christie for her passion in getting this started.”

Sanford Middle School Ski and Snowboard Club

February 26, 2025

A group of Sanford Middle School students took to the slopes this winter as part of the school's new ski and snowboard club. Over four Tuesday evenings, students of varying ski...

Fourth graders at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary are currently exploring CKLA Unit 4, "Eureka!" This exciting unit focuses on discovery and innovation through engaging stories and activities. Students are learning about famous inventions, groundbreaking ideas, and problem-solving approaches. They're discussing historical breakthroughs, analyzing how inventions have changed our world, and even brainstorming their own creative solutions. The unit encourages students to make connections to real-life innovations while nurturing the curiosity that drives great discoveries. Most importantly, our young learners are being inspired to think like inventors and innovators themselves!

Margaret Chase Smith 4th Grade Adventures in Discovery and Innovation

February 24, 2025

Fourth graders at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary are currently exploring CKLA Unit 4, "Eureka!" This exciting unit focuses on discovery and innovation through engaging stories an...

Step this way to Sanford stage

February 19, 2025

SANFORD — Welcome to The StepCrew, an extraordinary show that merges Ottawa Valley stepdance, Irish stepdance, and Tap into one electrifying performance. Onstage at 7 p.m. Sat...

Sanford Schools Launch 'Kindergarten Trail' for Fall 2025 Registration

Sanford School Department Launches 'Kindergarten Trail' for Fall 2025 Registration

February 18, 2025

The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to ...

Sanford Senior Codes His Way to Musical Innovation

Sanford High School Senior Codes His Way to Musical Innovation

February 14, 2025

Through Sanford High School's Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) program, senior Quang Lam has discovered an exciting way to combine his love of music with his passion for compu...

Carl J. Lamb Second Graders Bring Ancient Greece to Life

February 14, 2025

Second grade students at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School transformed their classroom into a slice of ancient Greece during their special Greek Celebration today. The young scholars...

Sanford School Department Policies Regarding School-Issues Devices

February 12, 2025

Dear Parents/Guardians, As we continue to support student learning through technology, we want to remind you about our policies regarding school-issued devices. Each student h...

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.

Sanford Middle School Students Apply Math Skills to Real-World Engineering Challenges

February 11, 2025

Students at Sanford Middle School discovered how classroom mathematics transforms into real-world solutions during a special visit from transportation systems engineer Mark Love o...

SRTC Student Wins Statewide Design Competition for SkillsUSA Conference

February 11, 2025

When student leaders converge for the Maine SkillsUSA Leadership Conference in Bangor this March, they'll see the creative vision of a Sanford Regional Technical Center Student. ...

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.

Sanford Middle School Participates in Great Kindness Challenge

February 10, 2025

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 th...

New School Resource Officer Brings Experience and Community Focus to Sanford

New High School Resource Officer Brings Experience and Community Focus to Sanford

February 7, 2025

When students at Sanford High School and Regional Technical Center spot Officer Chris Gosling in their hallways, they're seeing more than just a police officer – they're meeting ...