Margaret Chase Smith School

Bus Safety Reminders as School Starts As the school year begins, the Sanford School Department wants to share some important reminders with families about school bus safety. ...

It’s not often we get to have every administrator, teacher, and staff member in one place, but August 26th was one of those special days. The Sanford School Department brought tog...

Staff day 2026

The anticipation in the air was palpable as new teachers filled the Sanford Performing Arts Center last Tuesday for a day of training, connection, and a warm welcome for the 2026-...

Dear parents and guardians, Every school day is a chance for your child to learn, connect with friends, and discover something they're good at. Being at school on time and for th...

The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome our Spartans back for another exciting year. Open houses begin this week, giving students the chance to meet their teachers, fi...

Transition to Kindergarten Play & Learn Sessions The transition to a new school can often feel daunting, particularly for families who are sending their children off to the clas...

A New Resource for the 2026–2027 School Year The Sanford School Department is excited to introduce My Ride K-12, a new resource that provides families with convenient access to st...

Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Providers, We're reaching out to share some important news about a change in state law that may impact your family. Under this new law, responsibil...

A message from Stuff the Bus.... On Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, Stuff the Bus Maine will hold its annual school supplies distribution event at Curtis Lake Church in Sanford. No ...

The Sanford School Department accepts funding through the Elementary and Secondary Act (ESEA) of 1965. As part of ESEA, the Sanford School Department is required to provide a reas...

Margaret Chase Smith kindergartners recently wrapped up their final K for ME unit of the year, and what a meaningful one it was! Students dove into the natural world, learning all...

Girls from four Sanford schools headed to the Topsham Fairgrounds to compete in the Girls on the Run 5K, joining participants from across the state of Maine. Students and staff f...

This spring, students across all three of Sanford's elementary schools took part in a meaningful service learning project. As part of a school-wide Sneaker Drive that ran throug...

Fourth grade students from Carl J. Lamb Elementary, Sanford Pride Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary Schools stepped outside the classroom Friday morning for an excit...

Margaret Chase Smith Elementary held its annual Variety Show last Thursday, and the evening was nothing short of spectacular. More than 40 third and fourth grade students took to ...

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Margaret Chase Smith Elementary students spent the last Friday before Spring Break at the school's annual Wellness Fair, a fun-filled day packed with hands-on activities focused o...