Ancient Greece came alive in 2nd grade classrooms at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Students dressed in togas and dove deep into Greek culture through food, stories, and imagination. The highlight? Watching these budding writers share their own original Greek myths with their peers.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Ancient Greece came alive in 2nd grade classrooms at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Students dressed in togas and dove deep into Greek culture through food, stories, and imagination. The highlight? Watching these budding writers share their own original Greek myths with their peers.
Ancient Greece came alive in 2nd grade classrooms at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary last week! Students dressed in togas and dove deep into Greek culture through food, stories, and imagination. The highlight? Watching these budding writers share their own original Greek myths with their peers.
Hello MCS coyote families! Check out our weekly newsletter with updates from this past week and some changes in our schedule for this week. It is a great day to be a coyote! https://5il.co/37cai
3 months ago, Tracie Hallissey
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Check out Ms. Nygren's class who earned 20 cubes during their specials block to have some fun in the gym with Mrs. Hallissey! They voted to play a favorite, hula hut.
3 months ago, Tracie Hallissey
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We hope to see you this evening for our PTA Valentine's Dance. Make sure you come to the gymnasium doors and check in to enjoy a great time with other coyote families with a suggested donation of $2 per a family. We have some concession items, quiet room, photo booth and DJ playing music for everyone to enjoy. PreK-1st graders are invited from 6-7 pm and 2nd -4th graders are invited from 7-8 pm. It is a great day to be a coyote!
3 months ago, Tracie Hallissey
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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.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
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.
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!
3 months 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.
3 months 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
3 months 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!
3 months 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.
3 months ago, Tracie Hallissey
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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!
3 months 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
3 months 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!
3 months 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!
3 months 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!
3 months 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
3 months 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
4 months 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!
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