November 23, 2020 Dear Faculty, Staff, Students and Families, This letter is to inform you that individuals associated with Margaret Chase Smith School (MCS), Carl J Lamb School (CJL) and Sanford High School (SHS) have tested positive for COVID-19. The individuals at MCS and SHS tested positive this morning and the individual at CJL tested positive over the... READ MORE >
November 20, 2020 Dear Faculty, Staff, Students and Families, This letter is to inform you that all Sanford Middle School students will continue with full remote learning on Monday, November 23rd and Tuesday, November 24th. There have been no additional positive cases identified but some test results have been unforeseeably delayed so I am making this... READ MORE >
November 20, 2020 Dear Faculty, Staff, Students and Families,This letter is to inform you that an individual associated with Margaret Chase Smith School recently tested positive for COVID-19. After consultation with the Maine Department of Education and the Maine Centers for Disease Control, we concluded that there were no close contacts associated with Margaret... READ MORE >
November 19, 2020 Dear Sanford School Department Parents and Guardians, With winter rapidly approaching, it is time to update our protocols to keep students and staff safe when inclement weather occurs. As you know, our schools are currently operating under a hybrid model of in-person and remote learning due to COVID-19. As long as this continues, we have... READ MORE >
November 18, 2020 Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, and Families: The Maine Department of Education has released the following statements regarding out of state travel as it relates to COVID-19 and schools. Even as we watch the escalating impact of COVID-19 across our state and nation, we recognize that friends and families are looking for ways to maintain normal... READ MORE >
The City of Sanford and the Sanford Regional Economic Growth Council would like to thank everyone who participated in last week’s phone survey to gauge public demand for the expansion of SanfordNet Fiber broadband/high-speed internet to residential customers. The initial phone survey has concluded but community members can still provide feedback through this... READ MORE >
It is Maine School Bus Drivers Appreciation Week so we want to send out special thanks to Ledgemere and our fantastic bus drivers – we truly could not do it without you! For more information regarding MSBD Appreciation Week, click here or go to the Maine Department of Education’s Facebook page and add a post about your own Maine Bus Driver Hero! READ MORE >
Would enough customers sign up for a super-fast broadband/internet service in Sanford-Springvale to make it self-sustaining? The City has secured a grant to start the process for residential broadband/internet service. Through this grant, the City has hired a market research company to gauge public demand for the expansion of SanfordNet Fiber, your community... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department is still looking for custodial substitutes to cover temporary 40 hour/week 2nd shift COVID-19 positions at $17/hour, temporary 30 hour/week daytime COVID-19 positions at $16.50/hour and occasional custodial absences (various locations and hours) at $17/hour. The School Department will provide a pre-employment physical and the... READ MORE >
September 20, 2020 Dear Sanford High School Students and Families, This letter is to inform you that two more individuals associated with Sanford High School / Sanford Regional Technical Center tested positive for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) over the weekend. There is a possibility that other staff or students came in contact with this individual and... READ MORE >
Important Information: Sanford High School and Sanford Regional Technical Center Moving to All Remote Learning Effective Immediately.September 18, 2020 Dear Faculty, Staff, Students and Families, This letter is to inform you that an individual associated with Sanford High School recently tested positive for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). There is a... READ MORE >
School meals are free for all enrolled students through the end of 2020, whether they are in school or participating in distance learning. The USDA is extending flexibilities established over the summer through December 31, 2020, which will allow us to continue serving free meals to all students using federal funds. This includes pick-up meals established due to... READ MORE >
September 11, 2020 Good Evening Sanford Families: On behalf of the Sanford School Department, we are excited to welcome back our students. This will be a school opening like no other. We are opening our schools in an entirely different model, attempting to balance the safety needs of our students, staff, and community with meeting the educational needs... READ MORE >
School Meals Are Available for Students Enrolled in Sanford School Department’s Distance Learning Beginning Monday, September 14, 2020, free school meals are available for pickup for all students enrolled in Sanford School Department’s Distance Learning Program. Meals should be pre-ordered by 7:00 pm the night before using the online order form. The form can be... READ MORE >
In a letter to Elementary Families last evening, Superintendent Matt Nelson outlined Sanford's updated plan for students in grades K - 4 to move to a two day per week in-person model, effective September 14, 2020. This will align with plans already announced for grades 5-12 and is an additional precaution in light of York County's current designation as "yellow". ... READ MORE >
The 20/21 bus routes for Carl J. Lamb School, Margaret Chase Smith School, and Willard School students are now available on our website under Family Links – Busses and Transportation or by clicking here. During Covid-19, we encourage and thank parents for providing transportation whenever possible. If you have any questions about transportation, please call ... READ MORE >
September 4, 2020 Message from Superintendent Matt Nelson Good afternoon. The Mills Administration today released a special update to its Health Advisory System that classifies counties’ relative risk of COVID-19 transmission by color. The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) re-categorized... READ MORE >
Calvert Learning information is now available for families who have signed up for full distance learning. Please access this information using the links below, broken out by grade level:Calvert Learning Welcome Letter for Grades K-5Calvert Learning Welcome Letter for Grades 6-8For more information, please reach out to your child's school or send an email to: ... READ MORE >
Sanford has one of the largest Backpack Programs in Maine. Click here to see how easy it is to participate or to donate to this important organization. READ MORE >
The 20/21 bus routes for Sanford High School, Sanford Middle School, and Bridge students are now available on our website under Family Links – Busses and Transportation or by clicking here. Information regarding Elementary bus runs will be available early next week. During Covid-19, we encourage and thank parents for providing transportation whenever... READ MORE >
Click here an important health message from our Sanford School NursesThis document contains valuable information for parents as they get ready to send their children back to school this fall. It includes a pre- screening tool for school attendance, symptom flowcharts, contact information for our school nurses and additional helpful information. READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department wants to remind parents to renew their Free and Reduced Meal Applications to avoid any break in eligibility. Paper applications are available by calling your child’s school or parents can use the new, secure online application available at: https://www.myschoolapps.com/ . If you have any questions about the process, please contact our... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Committee on Monday, August 17, 2020, approved the Sanford School Reopening Plan and the 20/21 school calendar (available shortly). Click here for a detailed document that outlines the schedule for Sanford students by grade level. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school. In addition, we would... READ MORE >
At their meeting on August 17, 2020, the Sanford School Committee approved a final version of the Sanford School Department Reopening Plan. Please follow the links below for more detailed information: Sanford School Department Reopening Plan – approved 8/17/20 FAQ document READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department is seeking motivated individuals to provide temporary custodial support in our schools on days that students are present. These temporary positions can be either 40 hours per week (2nd shift positions that begin at 3 pm and end at 11 pm) or 30 hours or less per week (1st shift positions that typically begin at 9 am and end at 3 pm but... READ MORE >
Employment Opportunity! Sanford School Department is currently hiring classroom substitutes for the 20/21 school year. The hours are great and the pay ranges from $100 to $120 per day based on certification. Fill out a Schoolspring application today – we plan to interview soon! Special COVID-19 training provided upon hire. For more information, visit... READ MORE >
Here is some information about what is coming up at SCAE. HiSET Pretesting ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT If you have been working on your skills and think you might be ready to try the pre-test, you can register for pretesting on 8/18, 19, & 20 at this link: https://sanford.coursestorm.com/course/hiset-pretest-august-18-19-20?search=HiSET+Pre Official... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department is asking all families to complete a Return to School Intentions Form for the 2020-21 school year. For planning purposes, we need a separate form for each child. We've designated Wednesday, August 19th as the deadline for responses to allow parents time to review their options. Carl Lamb School Margaret Chase Smith... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Committee will meet Monday at 7 pm to discuss Sanford's Return to School Plan. Participation options include cable, live stream, Zoom video conference and limited in-person seating. Cable: Channel 26 (local for Metrocast/Atlantic BB customers) Live stream: https://townhallstreams.com/towns/sanfordme ; it will also be available for... READ MORE >
DRAFT Sanford School Department Reopening Plan DRAFTAt the School Committee meeting held last evening, Sanford School Administrators presented their DRAFT of a proposed Sanford School Department Reopening Plan. The School Committee reviewed questions and comments and will meet again on Monday, August 17, 2020 to vote on this plan.Please follow the link above to... READ MORE >
Special Distribution Event of No-Cost Fresh FoodThursday, 7/30/203:00 - 5:30 pmWillard School and Lafayette SchoolBoxes of fresh, Maine dairy products, local farm fresh produce and non-food pantry items available at no charge; this event is sponsored by Pineland and the USDA and brought to you by THE SANFORD BACKPACK PROGRAM, with our friends from Spiller's Farm,... READ MORE >
Join Superintendent Matt Nelson on Monday, July 27 from 5:30-7:00pm at the Sanford Performing Arts Center for a Return to School Family Information Night. Superintendent Nelson will outline the most recent reopening guidance from the Maine DOE, and the plans that the Sanford School Department is currently considering for returning to school in the fall. He... READ MORE >
Sanford Community Adult Education (SCAE) is pleased to announce Class of 2020 scholarship recipients! SCAE congratulates its twenty-eight newest graduates! Due to the Coronavirus, we were unable to gather for a traditional graduation ceremony, but our team was pleased to honor student accomplishments with individual ceremonies at each student’s home. ... READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, The Maine Department of Education is currently seeking input from families statewide to help develop guidance for Maine schools regarding classroom instruction this fall. If you would like to participate in their 10 minute survey, please go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mainefamilysurvey before 8:00 pm this Sunday, July 12, 2020. ... READ MORE >
Sanford School Department is seeking qualified applicants to work in our custodial and maintenance departments. Click here for more information or call us at 324-2810. READ MORE >
Friday, June 12th will be the last day of mobile food service routes. We will continue to provide Grab & Go Summer Meals Monday through Friday, beginning Monday, June 15th through Friday, August 7th at the following sites and times:The program is open to all children and teens and there are no eligibility requirements or registration required. FMI call the... READ MORE >
Kindergarten and Pre-K Registration Even though our buildings are closed due to COVID19, the Sanford School Department is still accepting names for kindergarten and pre-kindergarten classes starting this fall. Children who are 5 years of age on or before October 15, 2020, are eligible to register for kindergarten. Parents of eligible youngsters should call Carl... READ MORE >
Maine's Department of Health and Human Services has received approval from Food and Nutrition Services to partner with the Maine Department of Education to provide a Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefit to school-aged children who normally receive free or reduced breakfast and lunch at Maine schools. This benefit will help to replace the value of school meals while... READ MORE >
Letter from Superintendent Nelson Sanford School Department Extending Distance Learning for the Remainder of the 2019-2020 School Year Wednesday, April 29, 2020 Good Evening, During her press conference yesterday, Governor Janet Mills extended Maine’s Stay-at- Home Order through May 31, 2020. For Sanford’s public schools, this means that “distance... READ MORE >
Even though our buildings are closed due to COVID19, the Sanford School Department is still accepting names for kindergarten and pre-kindergarten classes starting this fall. Children who are 5 years of age on or before October 15, 2020, are eligible to register for kindergarten. Parents of eligible youngsters should call Carl J. Lamb Elementary School at (207)... READ MORE >
The City of Sanford and the Sanford School Department, in partnership with Biddeford Internet Corporation, d/b/a GWI, have launched a WiFi hotspot that is free and open to the public. The hotspot, which utilizes SanfordNet Fiber, the City’s high-speed fiber optic network, is located at the Lafayette School in Sanford. It will be accessible to the public at no cost... READ MORE >
Families affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic shutdown may be eligible for free and reduced-priced school meals based on their current income. Free and reduced price meal benefits will carry over to the first 30 operating days of next school year. Families impacted are encouraged to submit an online application for free or reduced meal benefits during this... READ MORE >
LETTER FROM SUPERINTENDENT Matt Nelson Distance Learning & April Vacation Update Friday, April 10, 2020 Good evening: I hope all is well. We have just competed our fourth week of distance learning and I continue to be impressed with everyone’s hard work as we adjust to this new reality. On April 6, 2020, the Sanford School Committee approved a... READ MORE >
Click here to see how much Sanford students miss their teachers! READ MORE >
Memorandum To: The Residents and Stakeholders of Sanford & Springvale From: Matthew E. Hill, P.E. Date: March 27, 2020 Subject: Downtown Sanford Planning Partnership Initiative Public Meeting THE FUTURE OF SANFORD DOWNTOWN The City of Sanford, in cooperation with MaineDOT and VHB, is hosting a virtual meeting on April 16, 2020 at 6:00 pm. ... READ MORE >
Sanford School Department employees pull together to create and deliver free meals to Sanford children while school is closed. For more information on sites and delivery spots, visit :https://www.sanford.org/2020-health-updates . READ MORE >
A Message from Sanford School Nutrition: We want to be able to offer all children in our district the nutrition they need while schools are closed. On March 16th, we started offering free lunch and breakfast “to go” to all Sanford children at two sites – Sanford’s Memorial Gym on Main Street and Lafayette School on Brook Street. This practice has been... READ MORE >
Sanford School Department Will Offer Free Meals For All Students In the Case of a Coronavirus Closure Children and teens are encouraged to pick up meals in the event of a school closure. The meals are free for all children and teens and there are no eligibility requirements and registration is not required. Families will be able to pick up a lunch and a... READ MORE >
March 13, 2020 Dear Sanford Community, I am writing to provide an update on our Coronavirus planning and preparations. Public health officials have indicated that school closures may be expected, but as of today, we are planning to hold school on Monday, March 16th. Our goal is to support continuous learning for our students and our schools while protecting... READ MORE >
March 12, 2020 Dear Sanford School Community, The Sanford School Department continues to monitor the status of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) locally. We are receiving guidance from the Maine Center for Disease Control, the York County Emergency Management Agency and the Maine Department of Education. We are following recommended precautions and our... READ MORE >
Important Health Information March 11, 2020 Dear Parent(s) or Guardians, The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) has asked the Sanford School Department to notify parents of two confirmed cases of pertussis also known as (whooping cough) at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School. Pertussis is an illness that is spread from person to... READ MORE >
On March 3rd, seven Sanford High School students showcased their talents at Regional Fine Arts Share Day, held at Biddeford High School. They joined other oil painters, jazz musicians, vocalists, dancers, and actors from Massabesic, Bonny Eagle, and Biddeford for this celebratory event. Representing SHS were: Aberdeen Brickett, Emma-Jeanne Dudley, Eryn... READ MORE >
March 2, 2020 Dear Sanford School Community, The Sanford School Department recognizes that the recent outbreak of the respiratory illness known as Coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing concern. Please be aware that we are receiving guidance from local and state health departments, the York County Emergency Management Agency and the Maine Department of Education... READ MORE >
SCAE will be ending the winter term next week and starting the spring term the following week. A very short turn-around time for our staff and students. We are currently administering CASAS assessments for returning or new students; the dates and times are listed online at www.sanfordlearns.org. This is a free assessment and if you don’t find a date... READ MORE >
Sanford Community Adult Education Welcomes New Director Nichole Ivey has worked in the Sanford community since 2013. During that time, she served as the Director of the Drug Free Communities grant where her primary focus was community building. Nichole has worked with key stakeholders for the last seven years to create community conditions that foster... READ MORE >
Winter Academic classes start December 2nd. High School Diploma, HiSET, College Prep, English for non-native speakers. We have morning afternoon and evening options. Intake opens November 12 and closes November 25. Prerequisite is CASAS Assessment-see www.sanfordlearns.org for dates and times available or call 490-5145 to arrange an alternate... READ MORE >
Thank you to all Sanford voters who took the time to vote in favor of Bond Question #3 yesterday. Your continued support of our children, our schools and our community is greatly appreciated. READ MORE >
Questions regarding the upcoming bond questions in Sanford? We have answers! Here are links to several helpful documents: Sanford School Bond Fast Facts Invest in Sanford - Invest in YES City of Sanford Bond QuestionsLooking for more information on School Bond Question #3? Call us at (207) 324 2810! READ MORE >
Sanford School Department is seeking quotes for a medium duty dump truck. Quotes will be accepted until 11:00 AM on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. Additional information is available on our website under the Business & Finance page or by calling the Sanford School Department Business Office at (207) 324 2810. READ MORE >
Sanford School Department is seeking classroom substitutes for the 2019/2020 school year for all levels - pre-kindergarten through grade 12. For more information, visit Schoolspring posting #3182933. READ MORE >
Feeding the mind when the body needs nourishment is a problem schools have always found to be a struggle. We have free and reduced lunch and breakfast programs nationwide. Sanford is extremely fortunate to have the Sanford Backpack Program to serve our schools and provide (Pre)K-12 students with backpacks of nutritious and easy-to-prepare food to ensure... READ MORE >
Gifted & Talented Parent Night Tuesday, Oct. 22nd. 6:00-7:30 pm Sanford High School Agora All identified GT students and their parents are encouraged to attend.For more information, contact Lori Coleman at lcoleman@sanford.org . READ MORE >
SANFORD ALUMNI ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL ALUMNI 5K The Sanford Alumni Association is pleased to announce Homecoming Weekend’s First Annual Alumni 5K. This will be a road race/walk to support the Sanford Alumni Association and will be held annually during Sanford’s Homecoming Weekend. This year’s race will be held on Sunday, September 29, 2019. ... READ MORE >
SCAE is proud to partner with reputable education providers to extend online opportunities to our community. Check these courses and certificates out! You can start next week! READ MORE >
Veteran instructor Jiim Cumiskey is enjoying a few moments in the limelight this month. Jim was recenty profiled in (and pictured on the cover of) Best Version Media’s Neighbors of the Kennebunks magazine produced in cooperation with the Kennebunk Chamber of Commerce. The article, “Engineering Success at The Landing School” authored by Rob Levey and... READ MORE >
Everyone is “Going Back to School”! Sanford Community Adult Education is getting ready for fall academic classes. If you need to finish your High School Diploma, get your HiSET, Prepare for College, or improve your English Language Skills; then now is the time to start the process. Fall intake is 8/13-8/26, classes start 9/4. CASAS assessment is a... READ MORE >
Are you thinking about a healthcare career? C.N.A. training can start you on your way. We are offering a class this fall, the mandatory orientation is 9/3 & 9/4 4pm. The cost of the course is $800. Here are some options you can look into before the orientation: 1-If you are age 18-24 and you are income eligible(*) you can contact Goodwill Workforce... READ MORE >
SCAE is very proud of the dedication shown by all of our staff members each and every day. It is always special when someone takes the time to write a note of appreciation. This is an excerpt from a note written to a member of our administrative support staff: “I just wanted to take a moment to tell you thank you! Thank you for everything you did for... READ MORE >
SCAE Graduation June 5, 2019Sanford Performing Arts CenterVideo can be viewed at https://www.sanford.org/articl...Detailed newspaper report can be read at https://www.seacoastonline.com... READ MORE >
Angie Lambert is a native of Cusco, Peru who has been in America for four years. While in Peru, she worked as an elementary school teacher as well as a school psychologist with a focus on students with special needs. In spite of the adversity Angie has faced since coming to America, she is endlessly selfless, compassionate, giving, and thoughtful. Daily, she... READ MORE >
Very Special Art Work Added to the Hallway of SCAE. Kristin Fitzpatrick’s Academic Art class was given the following assignment; “Visually describe your experience leading up to and at SCAE. Visually demonstrate the following principles of Art: Rhythm, Movement, and Variety, and the elements of Art: Value, Color and Line.” Student Quotes within the... READ MORE >
SCAE is proud to partner with UMA-York County Senior College to provide space for their lifelong learning courses. Today begins their Spring term and we are welcoming 56 adult learners to take classes like Writing Your Memoirs, Open Art, Photography, Classic Films, Exploring the Arts of Cuba, Great Decisions, and Discovering Family Roots. In return for hosting... READ MORE >
SCAE partners with The Academy of Medical Professions to provide many medical courses. The next live Dental Assisting Course is getting ready to start on Monday, April 1st. This class will run for a total of 10 weeks from 6-8PM. AMP is still accepting enrollments for this course. They are also interested in getting a Clinical Medical Assisting class started in... READ MORE >
Each month of the 18/19 school year, we dedicate the main display board in our lobby to a social issue, this months is "Suicide Prevention" this photo is a section of that display. READ MORE >
Topic of the Month Every month SCAE dedicates a display area in the main lobby for the topic of the month, this year each month is a social issue. A few months ago the topic was Recovery. The display was so meaningful, we saved a part of it and have created a large poster from the puzzle pieces to keep as a reminder. Everyone is on a different journey and when... READ MORE >
TechHire is a 4-million dollar grant to grow the IT sector here in Maine and our goal is to place 500 individuals into a middle or high skilled IT position by the end of June 2020 which is when our funding ends. In addition, TechHire is a statewide career pathways program to connect individuals, primarily youth and young adults ages 17-29, to training, employment... READ MORE >
Check out the potential career changing options brought to you by SCAE and our online partners in the legal, business, and medical fields. READ MORE >
Contact SCAE about our Maine College and Career Access Program. If you need to improve your Math, Reading, Computer, or Study skills to ready yourself for college; we can help.First we need to do a CASAS assessment of your Math and Reading then we can discuss what classes you may need.Our next CASAS dates and times are listed on our registration... READ MORE >
Knowledge is power! This year our main bulletin board in the lobby will be dedicated to various social issues. Mid-January through mid-February the topic is "SOCIAL MEDIA & SECURITY" . Each class will spend some time discussing the topic of the month and create a project to post to the display to help others be more aware of the issue. SCAE cares about our... READ MORE >
Check out our Spring Enrichment brochure http://sanford.siteturbine.com... If you find something you like go to our site to register http://sanford.maineadulted.or... READ MORE >
SPOTLIGHT: SCAE Student-Sophon Heak Sophorn Heak is well known to her teachers at Sanford Community Adult Education. It’s not just because she works hard. Sophorn goes the extra step. “She never leaves class without saying ‘Thank you’,” says SCAE instructor Barbara Curran. Sophorn is also known for taking in a homemade treat to share with the... READ MORE >
I have worked as a Legal Assistant in a legal office for over ten years and love the work! I wanted to become more valuable to my employer, so when I found SCAE’s Paralegal Certificate program, I knew I needed to get into that program! The work was very challenging, and so comprehensive. I worked my tail off! The instructor let us know that if we had... READ MORE >
SCAE Spotlight: Jose Rodriguez Talk about right brain and left brain integration! This month’s SCAE Spotlight subject, computer instructor Jose Rodriguez Jr., is adept at teaching the fine points of computer technology and applications – and he also spends hours in the more abstract realm of making art. Jose started teaching computer classes for SCAE in... READ MORE >
Linda Lavertu Has Enjoyed a Long Career With SCAE Nearly 30 years ago, Springvale native Linda Lavertu was looking for teaching opportunities, after being at home raising her children when they were young. “When I decided to return to teaching, I chose to work at SCAE,” Linda says. “I knew several people who had attended and/or worked there, and they... READ MORE >
We have HiSET (High School Equivalency Testing) sessions coming up in February Go to our registration website and select the time of your pre-testing https://sanford.coursestorm.co... You may be able to go onto official testing or we may recommend tutoring or classes to prepare. Come on in and take the first step with us! READ MORE >
Maine Department of Education – Adult Education Division releases data information for FY17 and FY18 SCAE is proud to have exceeded state goals for both of these fiscal periods. State goals for adult learners in FY17 (July 1, 2016-June 30, 2017) Measurable skills gains-the state goal was 34%, SCAE is proud to have achieved 50%. ... READ MORE >