The Sanford School Department wishes the community a happy Memorial Day. Today is a day to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and to also support the family members of those we have lost. Today and every day, we’re inspired by all who have served this country.
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford School Department wishes the community a happy Memorial Day. Today is a day to honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, and to also support the family members of those we have lost. Today and every day, we’re inspired by all who have served this country.
Sheila Dube from the Springvale Public library came to talk to Margaret Chase Smith K-3rd grade classrooms about the Summer Reading Program called All Together Now. Ms. Sheila brought her friend, Rocky the Raccoon, and spoke to students about the different happenings during the summer at the library in the children's room. During the summer, students have the ability to make kindness cards that get dispersed to different children's hospitals, nursing homes, and other organizations to spread kindness.
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Sheila Dube from the Springvale Public library came to talk to Margaret Chase Smith K-3rd grade classrooms about the Summer Reading Program called All Together Now. Ms. Sheila brought her friend, Rocky the Raccoon, and spoke to students about the different happenings during the summer at the library in the children's room. During the summer, students have the ability to make kindness cards that get dispersed to different children's hospitals, nursing homes, and other organizations to spread kindness.
Central Maine Power representative Katie Manende Hall visited Sally Tinkham’s 4th-grade class Margaret Chase Smith School to donate a tree Tuesday afternoon in honor of Maine Arbor Week. The generous act of CMP is a wonderful contribution to the school community and a positive step towards promoting environmental sustainability.
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Central Maine Power representative Katie Manende Hall visited Sally Tinkham’s 4th-grade class Margaret Chase Smith School to donate a tree Tuesday afternoon in honor of Maine Arbor Week. The generous act of CMP is a wonderful contribution to the school community and a positive step towards promoting environmental sustainability.
Central Maine Power representative Katie Manende Hall visited Sally Tinkham’s 4th-grade class Margaret Chase Smith School to donate a tree Tuesday afternoon in honor of Maine Arbor Week. The generous act of CMP is a wonderful contribution to the school community and a positive step towards promoting environmental sustainability.
Hello MCS Families! I wanted to notify all families that the third and fourth grade teams participated in an extended fire drill this morning. A few times a year students will practice evacuating to our rally points as part of safety procedures. The students did an amazing job and were excellent role models as they listened for directions, walked silently and gathered in the appropriate locations. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Today was a great day to be a third and fourth grade coyote!
almost 2 years ago, Tracie Hallissey
Step into the wonderful world of Pre-K! Take a look at a typical day in one of our classrooms https://www.sanford.org/article/1126004
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
3rd grade classrooms at Margaret Chase Smith just finished up their reading unit on Because of Winn Dixie. During this unit, students analyzed varying characters and their traits in the book, and it allowed them to make predictions based on what they knew about the characters. To celebrate the work in this unit, our third grade coyotes got to have a Because of Winn Dixie party where they were able to showcase dogs in their own lives, generate a mistake tree, and enjoy some peanut butter and egg salad sandwiches, pickles, litmus lozenges, and some "dump punch," just like the party in the book!
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
3rd grade classrooms at Margaret Chase Smith just finished up their reading unit on Because of Winn Dixie. During this unit, students analyzed varying characters and their traits in the book, and it allowed them to make predictions based on what they knew about the characters. To celebrate the work in this unit, our third grade coyotes got to have a Because of Winn Dixie party where they were able to showcase dogs in their own lives, generate a mistake tree, and enjoy some peanut butter and egg salad sandwiches, pickles, litmus lozenges, and some "dump punch," just like the party in the book!
Hello coyote families! Check out our weekly newsletter for the amazing activities happening throughout the week and our calendar of events. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/1uss2
almost 2 years ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Second grade students in Mrs. Gillis's class recently have been applying what they know about planting by doing a 3rd Plant Adventures lesson. Coyotes planted grass heads and are predicting that they will sprout towards the sun! These coyotes will continue observing and examining these grass heads as they sprout.
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Second grade students in Mrs. Gillis's class recently have been applying what they know about planting by doing a 3rd Plant Adventures lesson. Coyotes planted grass heads and are predicting that they will sprout towards the sun! These coyotes will continue observing and examining these grass heads as they sprout.
Kindergarten and first grade classrooms at Margaret Chase Smith are getting students excited for summer break by having an ABC countdown. Each day between now and the end of the school year will have a corresponding letter. The letters are then tied to an activity that the coyotes participate in! So far, students have had A for fresh AIR, B for bubbles, c for chalk, and d for dance!
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Our kindergarten and first grade classrooms are getting students excited for summer break by having an ABC countdown. Each day between now and the end of the school year will have a corresponding letter. The letters are then tied to an activity that the coyotes participate in! So far, students have had A for fresh AIR, B for bubbles, c for chalk, and d for dance!
Happy Mother's Day coyote families! Thank you to our PTA and MCS families who surprised our staff with appreciation last week. Make sure you check out our weekly newsletter for upcoming events and happenings this month. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/1ubey
almost 2 years ago, Tracie Hallissey
Sanford Schools grade 4 students have been learning how to turn their strengths and interests into careers. Last month, The Finance Authority of Maine visited all grade 4 classrooms and completed an activity in which students identified what they liked to do, what they were good at, and what potential careers in the future they could do. Building upon that activity, all grade 4 students visited either the Southern Maine Aviation or Moody's Collision and learned about careers matching their interests. Students learned what careers required a high school diploma, internship, on-the-job training, or a college degree. Many thanks to FAME, Southern Maine Aviation, Moody's Collision, Sanford Elementary School Counselors, and administrators for making this possible.
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford Schools grade 4 students have been learning how to turn their strengths and interests into careers. Last month, The Finance Authority of Maine visited all grade 4 classrooms and completed an activity in which students identified what they liked to do, what they were good at, and what potential careers in the future they could do. Building upon that activity, all grade 4 students visited either the Southern Maine Aviation or Moody's Collision and learned about careers matching their interests. Students learned what careers required a high school diploma, internship, on-the-job training, or a college degree. Many thanks to FAME, Southern Maine Aviation, Moody's Collision, Sanford Elementary School Counselors, and administrators for making this possible.
Sanford Schools grade 4 students have been learning how to turn their strengths and interests into careers. Last month, The Finance Authority of Maine visited all grade 4 classrooms and completed an activity in which students identified what they liked to do, what they were good at, and what potential careers in the future they could do. Building upon that activity, all grade 4 students visited either the Southern Maine Aviation or Moody's Collision and learned about careers matching their interests. Students learned what careers required a high school diploma, internship, on-the-job training, or a college degree. Many thanks to FAME, Southern Maine Aviation, Moody's Collision, Sanford Elementary School Counselors, and administrators for making this possible.
Sanford Schools grade 4 students have been learning how to turn their strengths and interests into careers. Last month, The Finance Authority of Maine visited all grade 4 classrooms and completed an activity in which students identified what they liked to do, what they were good at, and what potential careers in the future they could do. Building upon that activity, all grade 4 students visited either the Southern Maine Aviation or Moody's Collision and learned about careers matching their interests. Students learned what careers required a high school diploma, internship, on-the-job training, or a college degree. Many thanks to FAME, Southern Maine Aviation, Moody's Collision, Sanford Elementary School Counselors, and administrators for making this possible.
Getting ready for our music concerts in just a few weeks! We can't wait to showcase our skills to our families.
almost 2 years ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Perfect day for reading buddies outside!
almost 2 years ago, Tracie Hallissey
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The Sanford School Department caught up with Margaret Chase Smith 4th Grade teacher Lauren Brown. Lauren is in her first year at Margaret Chase Smith School. Lauren has quite literally see her students grow over the course of the year. “I actually measure them at the beginning of the year, and they’ve grown like three or four inches,” she said. “But also academically, they’ve grown so much and we’re all one big happy family in my classroom.” But more important, her students have been actively engaged and ready to learn once they arrive at class. “And the kids, they come in and they are just so excited to come in and learn, and I’m so excited to see them.” In just her first year at the school, Lauren has been impressed with how close the Sanford community is. “I think the family aspect is great,” she said. “The parents are really great and my coworkers are like family to me, too, so I think the closeknit community of it all is great." Thank you Lauren Brown!
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford School Department caught up with Margaret Chase Smith 4th Grade teacher Lauren Brown. Lauren is in her first year at Margaret Chase Smith School. Lauren has quite literally see her students grow over the course of the year. “I actually measure them at the beginning of the year, and they’ve grown like three or four inches,” she said. “But also academically, they’ve grown so much and we’re all one big happy family in my classroom.” But more important, her students have been actively engaged and ready to learn once they arrive at class. “And the kids, they come in and they are just so excited to come in and learn, and I’m so excited to see them.” In just her first year at the school, Lauren has been impressed with how close the Sanford community is. “I think the family aspect is great,” she said. “The parents are really great and my coworkers are like family to me, too, so I think the closeknit community of it all is Thank you Lauren Brown!
For the month of may, Margaret Chase Smith School is focusing on the theme of courage. At our assembly, grade levels were challenged to get 25 paws-itive office referrals for the month of May. Students have been working hard and showing various acts of courage.
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
For the month of may, Margaret Chase Smith School is focusing on the theme of courage. At our assembly, grade levels were challenged to get 25 paws-itive office referrals for the month of May. Students have been working hard and showing various acts of courage.
Mrs. Deschambault's first grade authors at Margaret Chase Smith were able to return to their kindergarten teacher to read their reviews as part of their opinion writing celebration. The students were able to showcase their writing skills and model for some kindergarten students how to start with a hook, use transition words and use examples with each reason. They have more more writing unit as they finish the year!
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Mrs. Deschambault's first grade authors at Margaret Chase Smith were able to return to their kindergarten teacher to read their reviews as part of their opinion writing celebration. The students were able to showcase their writing skills and model for some kindergarten students how to start with a hook, use transition words and use examples with each reason. They have more more writing unit as they finish the year!
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. We want to thank all of our teachers across the district. You are all so valuable and make a huge difference! Be sure to check our social media accounts throughout the week as we highlight teachers at all of our schools. #TeacherAppreciationWeek
almost 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. We want to thank all of our teachers across the district. You are all so valuable and make a huge difference! Be sure to check our social media accounts throughout the week as we highlight teachers at all of our schools. #TeacherAppreciaitonWeek
Hello coyote families! We are excited to begin our Teacher Appreciation week tomorrow as we are grateful for all of our amazing staff at MCS. Check out our weekly newsletter for the latest updates and happenings throughout our building. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/1tx2m
almost 2 years ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Third grade students at Margaret Chase Smith have been working on their opinion/persuasive writing pieces. These coyotes have learned how to state their opinion, defend their opinion with examples and/or facts, and provide a closure to their writing. Coyotes were then able to share their writing pieces with families, other students, and even some teachers. The students did a great job sharing their writing and they also gave some feedback!
about 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Third grade students at Margaret Chase Smith have been working on their opinion/persuasive writing pieces. These coyotes have learned how to state their opinion, defend their opinion with examples and/or facts, and provide a closure to their writing. Coyotes were then able to share their writing pieces with families, other students, and even some teachers. The students did a great job sharing their writing and they also gave some feedback!
Mrs. Cote's kindergarten class at Margaret Chase Smith has been working hard on their construction unit. Students have learned how to measure, plan, and build using a variety of materials. They have also learned about artists and mediums, and students had opportunities to replicate some of the different techniques used by artists. To celebrate the work of the students, families were able to come in and have students share what they have been able to make throughout the unit.
about 2 years ago, Sanford School Department
Mrs. Cote's kindergarten class at Margaret Chase Smith has been working hard on their construction unit. Students have learned how to measure, plan, and build using a variety of materials. They have also learned about artists and mediums, and students had opportunities to replicate some of the different techniques used by artists. To celebrate the work of the students, families were able to come in and have students share what they have been able to make throughout the unit.