Sanford Pride Elementary School

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

Translated Versions
(English, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Lingala, Portuguese & Spanish)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1n3FMw6uPn4b61eFASFG1-kvEMvmtr8Il?usp=sharing

Come join us at Sanford Community Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on March 4th from 3:30–6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary (708 Main Street). It's a great chance to meet school staff and community providers, pick up a free book and K bag, and get your child registered for the 2026–2027 school year — all in one place!

✅ Kids must turn 5 on or before October 15th to be eligible

✅ Bring proof of residency (utility bill, tax bill, rent/mortgage receipt) and your child's birth certificate

✅ Can't make it in person? You can also pre-register online at www.sanford.org

📚 What an exciting day for our fourth graders yesterday! Children's author Frank Cole visited Margaret Chase Smith, Carl J. Lamb, and Sanford Pride Elementary Schools to share his writing journey and inspire young writers.

Mrs. Boivin's class did a Maine Project Gallery Walk. The students worked with their families and during some school time to research key facts about the state of Maine. Maps and facts were then put in a project style of choice. They had fun creating and presenting their work!

The Sanford School Department Pre-K Lottery for the 2026-2027 School Year closes on Friday, February 13th. To enter the lottery click here: https://aptg.co/mzGzHf

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10kLfLU51i-fyNkOvYBvJI4e0lRE6Qw58?usp=sharing

Debate day at Sanford Pride Elementary! Fourth graders in Mrs. Brannan’s class recently put their critical thinking skills to work, debating the legacy of historical figures. Students presented arguments and fielded questions from judges Mrs. Inman and Mrs. Keene in this engaging history lesson. Way to go, young scholars!

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rZSfQ1WkqQjhTOm6kcF9XNTHY_SJO44D?usp=sharing

Hello Pride Families -

The SPE Student Leaders have planned a spirit week for 2/2 - 2/6. Please see the link for more information.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_bPfsm4tOvoZfm6jly3GTEf2XgbjWB8q/view?usp=sharing

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Lingala, Portuguese & Spanish)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rsupHkA54HOtPWFivyasSbCkuSpx8Ffn?usp=sharing

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Lingala, Portuguese & Spanish)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1W124YGLflRKKGFCEiFHAxyahOutDxbUC?usp=sharing

We are excited to share information with you regarding the Sanford Public School Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) programs for the 2026-2027 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 Regional Technical Center, Sanford-Springvale YMCA and a new partnership with Kid’s Kove Early Learning Center.

For more information on how to register, follow this link: https://www.sanford.org/article/2631434

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Lingala, Portuguese & Spanish)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d4l1PcznJ56qKRo_oYMXCGP-WfVAqAHm?usp=sharing

The Sanford School Department is hosting Pre-K Information Sessions THIS WEEK for families interested in the 2026-2027 school year. These sessions are a great opportunity to learn about our Pre-K program and ask questions. Follow this link for more information: https://aptg.co/h5sXn1

Sanford School Department 2026-2027 Pre-K Information Sessions

These are informational sessions for parents/guardians of children who are interested in attending the Sanford Pre-K program for the 2026-2027 school year. Come learn about the Pre-K program and ask questions. Eligible children must be 4 years old on or before October 15, 2026.

All sessions cover the exact same content. Please join the date and time that best fits your schedule, regardless of location.

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 1pm at Sanford Pride Elementary
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4pm at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary
Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6pm at Carl J Lamb Elementary
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9am at Louis B Goodall Memorial Library, Sanford
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6pm, Virtual Session

Please note, these sessions are intended for adults, childcare will not be provided. Questions or to register for the virtual session, please email spalmer@sanford.org.

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Lingala, Portuguese & Spanish)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HxqkvceuzcKpiW7_wkiD0bDeBlduvVpT?usp=sharing

As students return to school following the holiday break, winter conditions make bus stop safety more important than ever. With darker mornings and potentially icy roads, now is the perfect time to review essential safety practices with your children.

School bus safety is one of our district's highest priorities. By working together, we can keep our students safe!

Read more here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2614160

On Friday, we hosted NED’S Resiliency Ride. The focus of this show was the power of resilience and how to bounce back and
overcome challenges. The presenter used magic and yo-yo tricks to share this message of resiliency and grit. The students really
enjoyed the show.

Hello Pride Families -

Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar.

Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Haitian Creole, Khmer, Lingala, Portuguese & Spanish)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1COqUxcoc3BZCiZQr6ye5IuS_uMehgG1e?usp=sharing