Double the excitement at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Pre-K and Kindergarten students wowed their families with back-to-back showcases. Kindergarteners became wildlife experts, guiding visitors through interactive stations about fish, frogs, owls, and wolves. From building salmon habitats to acting out stories, these young scientists showed off their knowledge of animal adaptations and life cycles. Meanwhile, Pre-K students sparkled at their Literacy Showcase, mastering letter formation with creative tools like mini erasers and tackling winter-themed word activities. Thank you to all the families who joined us!
over 1 year ago, Sanford School Department
Double the excitement at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Pre-K and Kindergarten students wowed their families with back-to-back showcases. Kindergarteners became wildlife experts, guiding visitors through interactive stations about fish, frogs, owls, and wolves. From building salmon habitats to acting out stories, these young scientists showed off their knowledge of animal adaptations and life cycles. Meanwhile, Pre-K students sparkled at their Literacy Showcase, mastering letter formation with creative tools like mini erasers and tackling winter-themed word activities. Thank you to all the families who joined us to celebrate these incredible learning moments.
Double the excitement at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Pre-K and Kindergarten students wowed their families with back-to-back showcases. Kindergarteners became wildlife experts, guiding visitors through interactive stations about fish, frogs, owls, and wolves. From building salmon habitats to acting out stories, these young scientists showed off their knowledge of animal adaptations and life cycles. Meanwhile, Pre-K students sparkled at their Literacy Showcase, mastering letter formation with creative tools like mini erasers and tackling winter-themed word activities. Thank you to all the families who joined us to celebrate these incredible learning moments.
Hula Hut Club hit the floor again this afternoon with Mrs.Morrison and Mrs.Hallissey. Students are practicing being a collaborative team as builders, blockers and throwers.
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We start each day with a Morning Meeting to build a strong sense of community and connection among our students. By incorporating Regulated Classroom activities, we create a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, emotional well-being, and readiness for learning. Check out Mrs. Collop's class using their eyes and ears to complete a game of concentration.
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Hello MCS Families! Check out our weekly newsletter with updates from around the building. We have our PTA Valentine's Day Dance on Friday evening and several clubs continuing after school. Be on the lookout for flyers about our snack collection and reading challenge. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/36u2k
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Congratulations to Mrs. Perkins' class who earned 30 cubes during specials and had some fun playing Capture the Flag with Mrs. Hallissey!
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Mrs. Bennett's students shared their writing with Mrs. Hallissey today as they completed their character sketch unit. They started a few weeks ago with their character webs and then expanded each day with new writing techniques!
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Our fourth grade coyotes are being introduced on how to use pillow poles in their gym classes with Ms. Tibbetts. This is an introduction to the hockey unit.
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Margaret Chase Smith kindergarteners in Mrs. St. Laurent's class have been busy learning! Their youngest coyotes are building strong math foundations through hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practice number identification in fun and engaging ways!
over 1 year ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith kindergarteners in Mrs. St. Laurent's class have been busy learning! Their youngest coyotes are building strong math foundations through hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practice number identification in fun and engaging ways!
Margaret Chase Smith kindergarteners in Mrs. St. Laurent's class have been busy learning! Their youngest coyotes are building strong math foundations through hands-on activities. It's wonderful to see their confidence grow as they practice number identification in fun and engaging ways!
Hello MCS Families! Check out our weekly newsletter with updates throughout our building. Our next spirit day is Friday---THINK PINK, SHOW KINDNESS. Every day is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/365gj
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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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!
over 1 year ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith students created good-luck cards for their Sanford High School peers taking final exams. SHS peer helpers were there bright and early yesterday morning to distribute these messages. What a wonderful way to show community support!
over 1 year ago, Sanford School Department
Margaret Chase Smith students created good-luck cards for their Sanford High School peers taking final exams. SHS peer helpers were there bright and early yesterday morning to distribute these messages. What a wonderful way to show community support!
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!
over 1 year ago, Sanford School Department
Hello MCS Coyote Families! Check out our weekly newsletter with updates and upcoming events. Make sure you have your winter gear packed to enjoy our freshly fallen snow! It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/35kai
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Hello MCS families! Check out our weekly newsletter with updates happening throughout the building this month. We are excited to kick off our Kindness Week tomorrow as we are CHASE-ing kindness with various acts to remind us how important it is to be kind to yourself and others. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/34vt4
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Check out our Mighty Cool Students and Pawsitive Coyote nominees this week. They have been recognized by many staff members for following our school core values of being safe, respectful and responsible!
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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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!
over 1 year ago, Sanford School Department
The PreK pups experimented with wind and paint today after they listened to Gilberto and the Wind. They focused on blending colors and using various pressure to create streaks across their papers.
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Happy Holidays MCS Families! Check out our weekly newsletter for updates from our holiday events last week. We look forward to seeing you all on January 2nd, 2025. https://5il.co/33x4d
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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We ended our week with comfy pajama day! Enjoy your holiday break and we look forward to seeing you in 2025!
over 1 year ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Time for some holiday socks and sweaters as our spirit week continues on!
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