We are excited to share information with you regarding the Sanford Public School Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) programs for the 2025-2026 school year. In September, we expect to continue offering full-day pre-k programming at Carl J. Lamb School, Margaret Chase Smith School, Sanford Pride Elementary School, Sanford-Springvale YMCA and Sanford Regional Technical Center.
Sanford and Springvale families with children 4 years old on or before October 15, 2025 and not of kindergarten age are eligible. Children who are 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 and not enrolled in Sanford’s pre-k program can enroll in kindergarten by calling one of our elementary schools.
The pre-k program is free and will include free breakfast, lunch and transportation. We anticipate 112 Pre-K slots will be available for the 2025-2026 school year. To provide equal opportunity for families to enroll their children, students will be chosen using a lottery system.
Here is the link to the form that you will need to complete in order to be considered for admittance to our Pre-K program: https://rb.gy/hfjwl7. The lottery registration will close at the end of the day on Friday, March 15, 2025.
If you have any questions about how to fill out the form, please contact our central office at 324-2810. Our goal is to make program notifications the week of April 1st. All students that are placed in a district Pre-K program will need to complete registration prior to Pre-K screening. Once all openings have been filled by lottery, the remaining names will be drawn to create a waiting list, should space become available.
If you know of any families who may have an eligible student, please feel free to share this information. If you have any questions, please contact us at the Sanford School Department’s Central Office at 324-2810.
Good afternoon, Check out the News section of this app or your Bloomz app for information about upcoming events at CJL. Thank you!
Good evening, Here is the CJL Family Newsletter for the week of Feb. 3rd, 2025. https://5il.co/36pp4 We will celebrate Kindness Week the week of Feb. 10th, which is also when we'll celebrate our 100th day of school and host our next virtual family math night.
There's only one week left to nominate a teacher for the 2025 York County Teacher of the Year and 2026 Teacher of the Year! Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate exemplary skills that inspire students and colleagues, and who help focus attention on the importance of public schools among everyone in the Sanford community. Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website from now until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31st, 2025. Here is the link to the form: https://educatemaine.wufoo.com/forms/r1j4ry7j09it0gv/
They are accepted by students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations. Recognize an educator today who has continued to inspire, educate and care for their students!
Good afternoon, CJL Families are welcome to attend our Be Our Guest Dance/Activity Night tonight beginning at 5:30-7pm. There will be karaoke in the music room, games/activities in the gym, a dance in the cafeteria, plus concessions! We hope to see you tonight! Here is this week's CJL Family Newsletter! https://5il.co/35yqr
Nominations are now open for the 2025 York County Teacher of the Year and 2026 Teacher of the Year.
Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate exemplary skills that inspire students and colleagues, and who help focus attention on the importance of public schools among everyone in the Sanford community.
Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website from now until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31st, 2025. Here is the link to the form:
https://educatemaine.wufoo.com/forms/r1j4ry7j09it0gv/
They are accepted by students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations. Recognize an educator today who has continued to inspire, educate and care for their students!
Good morning, To families who signed up for our Virtual Family Math Night, the zoom link is in your email and a game board is coming home in folders today. The fun begins tonight at 6pm on Zoom!
-You're invited to register on or before Jan. 9th to participate in Sanford's 1st Virtual Family Math Game Night. Here's the link to register: https://forms.gle/5n87ZURSHL5AmydP7 (You may need to copy and paste it into your browser.) If you prefer, we sent home a paper copy that you can return to your child's teacher to sign up. Once you're registered, you'll receive a zoom link and the materials you need to play along with us!
Nominations are now open for the 2025 York County Teacher of the Year and 2026 Teacher of the Year.
Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate exemplary skills that inspire students and colleagues, and who help focus attention on the importance of public schools among everyone in the Sanford community.
Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website from now until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31st, 2025. Here is the link to the form: https://educatemaine.wufoo.com/forms/r1j4ry7j09it0gv/
They are accepted by students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations.
Recognize an educator today who has continued to inspire, educate and care for their students!
🎄 Holiday cheer was in full swing today as our SkillsUSA students at Sanford Regional Technical Center welcomed Carl J. Lamb students for our annual holiday celebration!
Our young visitors had a blast exploring emergency vehicles, decorating cookies, making festive wreaths, and crafting holiday ornaments.
Here is this week's family newsletter. One more school day until Winter break. School will be back in session Thursday January 2nd, 2025. The next newsletter will go out January 9, 2025. Enjoy your vacation and we see you in the new year. https://5il.co/33txf
Good morning, tonight is CJL's PTA Family Movie Night. Doors open at 5pm and shows start at 5:30pm. We'll have hotdogs, pizza, and concessions for a small fee and free popcorn while supplies last. The movie is free for the whole family. Bring your camp chairs or blankets to get comfy. Please ask your children to stay with you and remain seated quietly unless a bathroom break or concessions are needed so everyone may enjoy the show! We'll be showing the Grinch and Wild Robot. Thank you to our volunteers, donors, and PTA for making this possible. We look forward to welcoming our families to be together this evening!
CJL students who normally come home on bus 5 will be home five to ten minutes early today on bus 6 instead.
Good morning, CJL. Please be sure to walk on our sidewalks and crosswalks. The bus lane needs to stay clear of foot traffic for everyone's safety. We appreciate your help with this. Have a safe winter.
Our club advisors are out sick so there is no bell choir after school tomorrow, Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
Good evening, Here is the correct edition of this week's CJL Family Newsletter. We apologize for any confusion. https://5il.co/32hp4
Good evening, Here is the correct version of this week's CJL Family Newsletter. https://5il.co/32hp4
