Hello families! We’d like to share a few quick updates about happenings in specials classes at SPE. In P.E., students had fun and successful sledding days last month. Indoors, students have finished their basketball unit and are now moving onto volleyball. For 3rd and 4th grade girls, the “Girls On The Run” club is starting up. For more information, see Mr. Welch or Ms. Kennedy. In Health, students in all grades are beginning their safety unit. This portion of the year will cover a variety of safety topics, such as medicine, summer activities, navigating online, biking, and when/how to call 911. In Art and Music, students are getting prepared for their big Art Show and Concert nights! Students are selecting art pieces to display and also adding the finishing touches to their concert songs. The Art Show and concerts will happen the week before April break. Be on the lookout in your child’s backpack for more information. Happy Spring! Mr. Welch, Ms. Leigh, Ms. Smith, and Mrs. Mannino
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
🏀 COMMUNITY BASKETBALL SHOWDOWN! 🏀 Join us TOMORROW (Thursday, March 13th) from 6:00-7:30PM at the SPE Gym for an exciting basketball game between our local heroes! FIRST RESPONDERS vs. SCHOOL STAFF Sanford Police & Fire Department take on the staff from Sanford Pride Elementary, Margaret Chase Smith, and CJ Lamb schools! Show your support: Wear BLUE to cheer for our First Responders Wear RED/SPARTAN GEAR to support our School Staff 📣 FREE ADMISSION! Concession sales will support our elementary PTAs.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
🏀 COMMUNITY BASKETBALL SHOWDOWN! 🏀 Join us TOMORROW (Thursday, March 13th) from 6:00-7:30PM at the SPE Gym for an exciting basketball game between our local heroes! FIRST RESPONDERS vs. SCHOOL STAFF Sanford Police & Fire Department take on the staff from Sanford Pride Elementary, Margaret Chase Smith, and CJ Lamb schools! Show your support: Wear BLUE to cheer for our First Responders Wear RED/SPARTAN GEAR to support our School Staff 📣 FREE ADMISSION! Concession sales will support our elementary PTAs.
Reminder, tomorrow night is our Literacy Night at Sanford Pride Elementary. The doors will open at 4:45pm. Come in your PJs and enjoy some delicious popcorn while you listen to amazing teachers read some wonderful stories! You will also have a chance to browse our BOOK FAIR where you can find the books you enjoyed listening to and much more! Literacy Night Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kBEvY38VLuD-ei_MZ9rkH-vlLZHSduMO/view?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
Literacy Night
Hello Pride Families, Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar. Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Khmer, Portuguese, & Spanish) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QRYvnL7BBeXVk20pMBbno-MAek2O1IDi?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Kristin Daly
Please join us for our Literacy Night at Sanford Pride Elementary on Monday, March 10th. The doors will open at 4:45pm. Come in your PJs and enjoy some delicious popcorn while you listen to amazing teachers read some wonderful stories! You will also have a chance to browse our BOOK FAIR where you can find the books you enjoyed listening to and much more! Literacy Night Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kBEvY38VLuD-ei_MZ9rkH-vlLZHSduMO/view?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
Literacy Night
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
2025 After School Bowling League Children 8 years of age and up in the area are encouraged to participate in this after school junior bowling program. During the season, the children will learn the fundamentals and basics of candlepin bowling, as well as meet other kids in a friendly and semi-competitive environment. Please see the flyer below for details. 2025 Bowling League Flyer: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BEZwt7Hf-8ztd9YbxntGl7A1-6I6SBv3/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=117509646801696801245&rtpof=true&sd=true
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
Please join us for our Literacy Night at Sanford Pride Elementary on Monday, March 10th. The doors will open at 4:45pm. Come in your PJs and enjoy some delicious popcorn while you listen to amazing teachers read some wonderful stories! You will also have a chance to browse our BOOK FAIR where you can find the books you enjoyed listening to and much more! Literacy Night Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kBEvY38VLuD-ei_MZ9rkH-vlLZHSduMO/view?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
Literacy Night
TONIGHT! Join us for "Spring Sing" - Sanford/Springvale's All-Town Chorus Concert! 📆 Date: Wednesday, March 5 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Sanford Performing Arts Center Come experience the harmonious voices of our community's talented singers as they welcome the spring season with beautiful melodies! The All-Town Chorus brings together vocalists from across Sanford and Springvale for this special evening of music.
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
AM Drop Off Reminder: AM drop off is between 8:00 - 8:25 AM in the lower parking lot. At 8:25 and after, all students are to be dropped off at the main door. Please do not drop students off after 8:25am in the lower parking lot. Staff is not on duty at this time. Thank you!
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
A big THANK YOU to all the families who joined us for Kindergarten Registration Night at Sanford Pride Elementary last Wednesday! It was wonderful to see so many excited future kindergartners and their families exploring what our schools have to offer. Missed the event? No worries! You can still register your child for kindergarten. Remember: Current Pre-K students in our district are automatically registered (but we loved seeing those who attended)! Special thanks to our amazing community partners who shared resources: MaineHealth, Sanford Backpack Program, Help Me Grow, Kids Free to Grow, United Way, YCCAC, Headstart, First4ME, local childcare centers, and many more! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2055301
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
A big THANK YOU to all the families who joined us for Kindergarten Registration Night at Sanford Pride Elementary last Wednesday! It was wonderful to see so many excited future kindergartners and their families exploring what our schools have to offer. Missed the event? No worries! You can still register your child for kindergarten. Remember: Current Pre-K students in our district are automatically registered (but we loved seeing those who attended)! Special thanks to our amazing community partners who shared resources: MaineHealth, Sanford Backpack Program, Help Me Grow, Kids Free to Grow, United Way, YCCAC, Headstart, First4ME, local childcare centers, and many more! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2055301
Hello Pride Families - Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar. Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Khmer, Portuguese, & Spanish) https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jwrLnxe_lLoCCYi8cJ51SB_NpoEx7RuT?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Kristin Daly
AM Drop Off Reminder: AM drop off is between 8:00 - 8:25 AM in the lower parking lot. At 8:25 and after, all students are to be dropped off at the main door. Please do not drop students off after 8:25am in the lower parking lot. Staff is not on duty at this time. Thank you!
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
Just a reminder to join us tonight at Sanford Pride Elementary for family game night! Family Game Night at Sanford Pride Elementary on Friday, February 28th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Join us for an exciting game night in the library. It's an excellent opportunity to enjoy friendly competition, play old favorites, and discover new games together. Get ready for an evening of fun for everyone!
2 months ago, Kate Coffin
Library Game Night
Employee Spotlight: Meet Sanford Pride Special Education Social Worker Elizabeth Cyr. How long have you been working in theSanford School Department? I have lived in Sanford for 32 years and have worked in the Sanford SchoolDepartment for 21 Years total: Since 2005(2005-2007:Masters Internship atS.H.S. and Emerson) 2007-2011(School Based Clinician: Willard Elem.)(2011-Current:Special Educ. Social Worker: Pride Elem) What's your favorite part about working inSanford? As a resident: Humble and hardworking beginnings and establishingCommunity Connections: As a professional:Always being in awe of the resiliency and hard working staff, students, and their amazing families. I continue to have the opportunity to work with students who work hard at pushing through issues surrounding resiliency and rising above adversity. What's your favorite TV show or movie? Movie: Avatar. I rarely have time to watch TV. If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be? Resilient, Innovative, Inspiring If you could visit any place in the world, where would it be? Dolphin research Center : Key West Florida. (2nd visit) to learn about how they communicate with humans) Iced coffee or hot coffee? Iced coffee Podcasts or Playlists? Podcasts Lake or Ocean? Lake Sunrise or Sunset? Sunset Facebook or Instagram? Facebook
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Liz Cyr
Hello Pride Families - Do you have a child who will turn five before October 15, 2025? If so, please consider joining us for the District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night scheduled for tonight, Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID
3 months ago, Kristin Daly
Family Game Night at Sanford Pride Elementary on Friday, February 28th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Join us for an exciting game night in the library. It's an excellent opportunity to enjoy friendly competition, play old favorites, and discover new games together. Get ready for an evening of fun for everyone!
3 months ago, Kate Coffin
Library Game Night
🍎 Join Us on the Kindergarten Trail! 🍎 The Sanford School Department is thrilled to announce our "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of special events designed to make your child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 3:30 - 6:00 PM Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street) At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) ELIGIBILITY: Children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: April 3rd: Kindergarten Exploration - Visit classrooms and meet teachers May 8th: Playground Exploration - Meet future classmates and enjoy a popsicle Summer: Kindergarten screening appointments Before school begins: Orientation and classroom open house Questions? Call the Sanford School Department at 207-324-1810.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
🍎 Join Us on the Kindergarten Trail! 🍎 The Sanford School Department is thrilled to announce our "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of special events designed to make your child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 3:30 - 6:00 PM Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street) At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) ELIGIBILITY: Children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: April 3rd: Kindergarten Exploration - Visit classrooms and meet teachers May 8th: Playground Exploration - Meet future classmates and enjoy a popsicle Summer: Kindergarten screening appointments Before school begins: Orientation and classroom open house Questions? Call the Sanford School Department at 207-324-1810.
🍎 Join Us on the Kindergarten Trail! 🍎 The Sanford School Department is thrilled to announce our "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of special events designed to make your child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable! MARK YOUR CALENDAR: District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 3:30 - 6:00 PM Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street) At this kickoff event, you'll meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, complete registration paperwork, and connect with local community resources. (Current Pre-K students don't need to register but are welcome to attend!) ELIGIBILITY: Children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025 WHAT TO BRING: ✓ Child's birth certificate ✓ Proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage statement, etc.) ✓ Immunization records ✓ Parent/guardian photo ID THE JOURNEY CONTINUES: April 3rd: Kindergarten Exploration - Visit classrooms and meet teachers May 8th: Playground Exploration - Meet future classmates and enjoy a popsicle Summer: Kindergarten screening appointments Before school begins: Orientation and classroom open house Questions? Call the Sanford School Department at 207-324-1810.
Hello Pride Families - Please see the link to this week's SPE Weekly Roar. Translated Versions (English, Arabic, French, Khmer, Portugues & Spanish https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ytn24g_blGfIMxmo-916T4jTwVam24Ia?usp=sharing
3 months ago, Kristin Daly
The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable. The journey begins with a District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, from 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this event, families will have the opportunity to meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, ask questions, and complete registration paperwork. Many local community providers will be present with informational tables to support families during this transition. Current Pre-K students do not need to register, but are welcome to attend. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025. Parents and guardians should bring their child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage bill etc), immunization records, and a parent/guardian photo ID to registration. Following registration, families will be invited to participate in several welcoming events throughout the spring and summer. On April 3rd, families can attend Kindergarten Exploration to visit classrooms and meet teachers. Then on May 8th, children can participate in the Playground Exploration event, meeting future classmates and enjoying a popsicle. During the summer, families will schedule a kindergarten screening appointment where vision, hearing, and developmental milestones will be assessed. The journey culminates with an orientation and classroom open house before the first day of school.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable. The journey begins with a District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, from 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this event, families will have the opportunity to meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, ask questions, and complete registration paperwork. Many local community providers will be present with informational tables to support families during this transition. Current Pre-K students do not need to register, but are welcome to attend. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025. Parents and guardians should bring their child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage bill etc), immunization records, and a parent/guardian photo ID to registration. Following registration, families will be invited to participate in several welcoming events throughout the spring and summer. On April 3rd, families can attend Kindergarten Exploration to visit classrooms and meet teachers. Then on May 8th, children can participate in the Playground Exploration event, meeting future classmates and enjoying a popsicle. During the summer, families will schedule a kindergarten screening appointment where vision, hearing, and developmental milestones will be assessed. The journey culminates with an orientation and classroom open house before the first day of school.
The Sanford School Department is excited to welcome new students to the "Kindergarten Trail" - a series of fun and informative events designed to make each child's transition to kindergarten smooth and enjoyable. The journey begins with a District-Wide Kindergarten Registration Night on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025, from 3:30 - 6:00 PM at Sanford Pride Elementary School (708 Main Street). At this event, families will have the opportunity to meet staff from all Sanford elementary schools, ask questions, and complete registration paperwork. Many local community providers will be present with informational tables to support families during this transition. Current Pre-K students do not need to register, but are welcome to attend. To be eligible for kindergarten, children must be 5 years old by October 15th, 2025. Parents and guardians should bring their child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, mortgage bill etc), immunization records, and a parent/guardian photo ID to registration. Following registration, families will be invited to participate in several welcoming events throughout the spring and summer. On April 3rd, families can attend Kindergarten Exploration to visit classrooms and meet teachers. Then on May 8th, children can participate in the Playground Exploration event, meeting future classmates and enjoying a popsicle. During the summer, families will schedule a kindergarten screening appointment where vision, hearing, and developmental milestones will be assessed. The journey culminates with an orientation and classroom open house before the first day of school.