
Congratulations to Terri Gerrish (Left, Pride Elementary) and Kendra Marley (Right, Carl J. Lamb Elementary) on being recognized as "Outstanding Early Childhood Professionals" during the Week of the Young Child! These dedicated educators are making a tremendous impact on Sanford's youngest learners.
Read our full article to learn more about these exceptional educators and why they were selected for this special honor from the Maine Department of Education and DHHS!
https://www.sanford.org/article/2183211


Here is this week's CJL Newsletter. https://5il.co/3d7ri. We have a spirit week next week. There is no school the week of the 21st. We need your help with a safety concern; at parent drop off and pick up all parents, guardians, staff, and students must use the crosswalks on campus and avoid cutting through the bus loop to and from your cars. We appreciate your help.

📣 GLOW RUN TONIGHT! 📣
Join us for a fun-filled evening at Carl J. Lamb Elementary's Glow Run!
✨ WHEN: Tonight, 5:30-7:00 PM
✨ WHERE: Carl J. Lamb Elementary

📚✏️ THANK YOU to all the families who joined us for our Kindergarten Exploration Event last Thursday! We were thrilled to welcome over 50 families across Carl J. Lamb, Margaret Chase Smith, and Sanford Pride Elementary Schools.
It was wonderful seeing our future kindergarteners exploring classrooms, meeting teachers, and getting comfortable in their new schools! The smiles and excitement were contagious!
📣 REMINDER: If you couldn't make it to the event, it's not too late to register your child for kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year!

We would love your feedback on our Storybook Spectacular Literacy Event. If you were able to attend, please take 2 minutes to fill out this survey. Your response will help us improve the event for next year. Thank you! https://forms.gle/scVfELJVnrwmyUjZA


Kindergarten Exploration Event for incoming Kindergarten students: APRIL 3RD, 2025 from 5PM-6PM at MCS, CJL & SPE!
Join us to:
Explore your school
See a kindergarten classroom
Meet teachers & staff
Learn about the transition to kindergarten
Still need to register for kindergarten? No problem! Register online or in person at the event.
Questions? Email: spalmer@sanford.org


Monday, 3-24-25, bus 9 left CJL at 3:45. Students who ride bus 5 are coming home on Bus 12, which pulled out of CJL's parking lot at 3:48pm.

Buses 5 & 9 are running behind today. Students are still currently at Carl J. Lamb School waiting to be picked up (3:27pm Monday, 3-24-25).

Carl J. Lamb Elementary School recently hosted the first-ever Maine Adaptive Music Summit, bringing together music teachers, special educators, and educational technicians to collaborate on better supporting students in adaptive music programs.
The summit featured sessions on sensory processing, emotional regulation, and strategies for making music accessible to every child. Principal Sherri Baron noted, "Several participants said this summit provided the most comprehensive professional development they had ever received on adaptive music education."
What does this mean for your child? Better collaboration between all the adults in their school day and consistent support across all learning environments.
Check out our full article to learn more about this exciting initiative that's helping make sure every child can experience the joy of music! https://www.sanford.org/article/2097215





Due to staff illness, Show Choir is cancelled after school tomorrow, as is the Pre-K & K Show Choir Outreach Concert for families that was going to be held Friday morning. Thank you for your understanding.

PK-4 students at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School took a special field trip to the music room to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, where they were immersed in the traditions of Irish music. During this interactive presentation, students learned an Irish dance, practiced a common phrase in the Irish language, and explored traditional Irish instruments. From lively jigs to the sounds of instruments like the tin whistle and bodhrán, the students gained a deeper appreciation for Irish culture.





📚✨ STORYBOOK SPECTACULAR at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School! ✨📚
Join us at Carl J. Lamb this Wednesday, March 19th from 5:30-7:00 PM for a magical evening of literacy and fun!
What to expect:
Fun games and activities for kids
Creative crafts
Special read-alouds with teachers
Light refreshments
FREE book for every student!
BONUS: The Springvale Library will be on-site to help families sign up for library cards. Remember to bring ID or mail with your current address!
This is a FREE community event for all CJL families. We hope to see you there! Tag a friend who might want to join the fun! 📖💫


🍁 SWEET LEARNING: Students at Carl J. Lamb Elementary are turning science class into something delicious! From tapping maple trees on their playground to producing their own syrup, these young scientists are learning math, geography, and teamwork through a unique maple sugaring project.
Read our full story on how teachers Kim Minchin and "Mr. Bob" Rothwell are bringing this New England tradition into the classroom and transforming education one drop of sap at a time!
Link: https://www.sanford.org/article/2087902



Good afternoon, We hope you'll join us at our Virtual Family Math Night on the 18th.
In case you missed the sign ups, here's the registration form. https://5il.co/3ammt Congratulations to our Positive Office Referral Winner, Grant French!


📣 JOIN US FOR FAMILY MATH GAME NIGHT! 📣
Sanford's third virtual Family Math Game Night is happening Tuesday, March 18th at 6:00 PM via Zoom! Families can play fun math games together from the comfort of home.
✅ All materials and Zoom link will be provided to families who RSVP
✅ Registration deadline: March 17th (this Monday!)
✅ Two easy ways to register:
Scan the QR code to access the Google Form (or follow this link: https://forms.gle/GTakXJUaxFL2mVDh7)
Fill out the paper form and return to school
