The PTA is ready for our annual Turkey Trot on November 22nd. This is our largest fundraiser every year, funding our students the opportunity to attend spring field trips. Come support our coyotes!
Hi all,
Thanks again for all the help last week to make our Trick or Treat event at MCS so successful again this year! Our November PTA meeting will be tonight, Monday Nov 3rd, at 6 pm on Zoom only. Please note that it is a MONDAY this month, to avoid election day on Tuesday. We will be recapping our October events, looking ahead to November events, and discussing ways to help our school community in light of the recent furloughs for many families. We hope to see you tonight! If you have any questions or input, you are always welcome to email us here or message us on Facebook.
Sincerely,
Heather Gavrish
Secretary| Margaret Chase Smith Elementary PTA
mcsptame@gmail.com
Thanks again for all the help last week to make our Trick or Treat event at MCS so successful again this year! Our November PTA meeting will be tonight, Monday Nov 3rd, at 6 pm on Zoom only. Please note that it is a MONDAY this month, to avoid election day on Tuesday. We will be recapping our October events, looking ahead to November events, and discussing ways to help our school community in light of the recent furloughs for many families. We hope to see you tonight! If you have any questions or input, you are always welcome to email us here or message us on Facebook.
Sincerely,
Heather Gavrish
Secretary| Margaret Chase Smith Elementary PTA
mcsptame@gmail.com
A huge shout out to Arundel Ford for donating to our student snack closet and cleaning supplies for staff! We are so thankful for our community partnership!
Hello MCS Coyotes! Check out our weekly newsletter with photos from last week and our updated November calendar of events. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/3rvdb
We know the government shutdown may be impacting families in our community. We're here to help.
If you need support, resources are available including food assistance, general assistance programs, and information for federal employees.
Full details: https://www.sanford.org/article/2518027
If you need support, resources are available including food assistance, general assistance programs, and information for federal employees.
Full details: https://www.sanford.org/article/2518027
Our elementary students in grades 2-4 from Sanford Pride, Carl J. Lamb, and Margaret Chase Smith schools got a special treat today as they visited the Sanford Performing Arts Center to experience CATAPULT - the internationally touring company featured on America's Got Talent!
What a wonderful opportunity for our young learners to witness such inspiring performances right here in Sanford!
What a wonderful opportunity for our young learners to witness such inspiring performances right here in Sanford!
Hello MCS Families! We’re excited to see everyone later this week at our PTA Halloween event! Thank you to all the families donating their time to help set up, attend, or contribute candy. It’s your support that makes these events so special. Be sure to check out our weekly newsletter for details on upcoming events and to sign up for our Veterans Day Breakfast. It’s a great day to be a Coyote! 🐾 https://5il.co/3rlo0
Cookie is feeling the love with all of the candy donations. We are excited to see you all October 30th from 5:30-7:00 for our PTA event.
Our dance club has the beat! Can't wait to check out their performance during our perseverance assembly!
We are bowling our way through the month of October! Thanks to Bowlarama for hosting us!
Our second graders are learning and sharing ways they can be proud of their accomplishments! We have started our second unit in Second Step as we target responsibility!
Hello MCS Families! Check out our weekly newsletter with updates about our upcoming events. Our PTA is looking for help with our candy collection and sponsoring a table at our Halloween event on October 30th if you are able to support our school. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/3r1r6
We're proud to celebrate Margaret Chase Smith Elementary School music teacher Heather Hastings, who recently received national recognition for her original composition "Unwavering."
Her piece premiered at Thomas S. Wootton High School in Maryland, where she worked directly with student musicians to bring her work to life. The composition honors Gladys Stone Wright, one of the first female band directors in the United States.
Heather was presented with her award by the President of Women Band Directors International (WBDI) and will be honored this December with a lifetime membership to the organization. Read more here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2477021
Her piece premiered at Thomas S. Wootton High School in Maryland, where she worked directly with student musicians to bring her work to life. The composition honors Gladys Stone Wright, one of the first female band directors in the United States.
Heather was presented with her award by the President of Women Band Directors International (WBDI) and will be honored this December with a lifetime membership to the organization. Read more here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2477021
Join us for our Safety Informational Night on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 6 PM at the Sanford Performing Arts Center!
Our Student Resource Officers and Central Office Administration will provide an important overview of school safety measures and protocols in place to protect our students.
Our Student Resource Officers and Central Office Administration will provide an important overview of school safety measures and protocols in place to protect our students.
Hello MCS Families! We hope you are enjoying the beautiful fall weather. Please check out our weekly newsletter with updates and upcoming events. The theme students are working on this month is responsibility. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/3qpud
Last Friday's "Lunch with a Loved One" event at Margaret Chase Smith was unforgettable! Most families came out with picnic blankets and lunches to spend quality time with their students. Each grade had a special half-hour together. A huge thank you to Margaret Chase Smith for putting on the event.
Learning about fruits and how to identify items that we think are the BEST in Mrs. St. Laurent's classroom.
Hello MCS Families! It was great to see so many of you on Friday for our various community events. Here is a link to our weekly newsletter with updates and snap shots of some of our fun. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/3qd3f
Mad Science has begun at MCS for all of curious scientists!
Hello MCS Families! Check out our Chase's Pack News with updates and details on what is happening throughout the weekend. This is the final weekend to purchase any Coyote Clothing to receive your 30% off discount from our school vendor. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/3q1bf
