SHS Daily Announcements 12/22/23 White Day
HAVE A WONDERFUL, RESTFUL BREAK! SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
In celebration of 2024 Maine Clean Water Week, the Maine Water Environment Association is once again sponsoring a poster competition for Maine students. The theme of this year’s Maine Clean Water Week competition is “WHY WATER’S WORTH IT TO ME!” Prizes will be awarded for the top poster for each age group and recognition will be given for the top three posters in each age group ~ Grades 1-3, Grades 4-6, Grades 7-8 and Grades 9-12. For more details and entry information, click here.
A (long) message from the Civil Rights Team: Celebrating Humanity Through Sunshine and Firelight
Today is the Winter Solstice. Across the globe, cultures weave stories of hope, renewal, and triumph into the fabric of their lives, often using the power of light as their radiant thread. From the celestial glow of the solstice sun to the flickering warmth of candle flames, light illuminates sacred celebrations, reminding us of our shared connection to the universe's rhythms.
- Bathe in the Sun's embrace: Ancient societies saw solstice as a turning point, darkness giving way to the sun's returning grace. Yule logs crackle in hearths, mirroring the sun's rebirth.
- Celebrate the Light of the World: Christians adorn trees with shimmering lights, echoing the star that guided Christ's birth, while menorahs blaze during Hanukkah, commemorating a miracle that defied darkness.
- Diwali's dazzling dance: Rows of diyas ignite hope and prosperity, chasing away shadows with their golden glow. Lunar New Year lanterns usher in fresh beginnings, while Ramadan's moon guides fasting towards the joyous feast of Eid al-Fitr.
- Saint Lucia's luminous crown: Candle-crowned girls march on December 13th, bringing light and cheer to a winter's eve. In Sri Lanka, Vesak Puja Day sees homes and temples illuminate in honor of the Buddha's birth.
These diverse traditions share a common language: the language of light. It speaks of hope, overcoming darkness, and finding our way within and without. So, as we gather around our own flames, let us remember the world's many lights, reminding us that even in the deepest night, dawn will always break.
Attention all Students: SPART MART is open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from dismissal to 4:00. This FREE market is available to ALL students! Do you find yourself looking into the fridge or cupboards at home and coming up short? Have to make something for your younger siblings and would like more options? Tired of stopping at the grocery store and dropping too much money for not enough food? SPART MART has what you need! From frozen ground beef, frozen pizza, and chicken tenders, to fresh grapes, cereal, pasta, flour, and more. We have everything you need to make soup, tacos, spaghetti, chicken and fries, and so much more. And it's all FREE! Please stop in and check it out. We have ready to eat options as well as a few grab and go snacks and drinks. There is something for everyone and everyone is welcome.
FOR SALE AT SHS
The Starving Spartan Café will be open on Tuesday and Thursdays. Block 3 they will be open to Staff and Block 4 they will be open to Students and Staff. Stop by and check out the yummy homemade food. Thursday, 12/14 they will be serving nachos with seasoned beef, salsa and sour cream for $3. To pre-order please email lmiller@sanford.org. There will also be order forms and the weekly menu in the teachers room for staff.
SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Good Luck to all our Spartan Athlete’s over break!
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATION
GSTA Club meets Thursdays in B237 after school. Everyone is welcome.
Nature Journal Club - Thursdays at 2:30 in Ms. Strout's room - B249 (upstairs red at the end). No need to bring any supplies, but if you have a journal and your favorite pens/pencils, please come! We will meet from 2:30 - 3:30pm. If you have questions please email: lstrout@sanford.org
Environmental Club meets on Tuesday after school in room E250, (second floor at the end of the blue wing on your left). Help us make an impact on the environment by selling trees in the community, bottle recycling, and much more! All are welcome.
Art Club Do you need a space to be creative? Look no further than joining Art Club! Can't commit to a weekly club? No worries! Drop ins always welcome! See Ms. Simoneau, B127 Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30.
D&D Club interest meeting will happen FRIDAY at 2:30 in E121. Come join!
Civil Rights Team: Do you believe that school is a place where students should feel safe, welcomed, respected, and celebrated for who they are? The Sanford Civil Rights Team is the club for you! Please join us on Mondays from 2:15-3:15 in the library. ALL ARE WELCOME!
Health and wellness club meets in the weight room every day after school except Wednesdays!
SHS Peer Helpers: Meetings are every Friday and grades 9-12 are welcome to join. New student tours, Thanksgiving Baskets and Lunch Buddies are just some of our yearly activities. Please email Mrs. Letourneau if you have any questions bletourneau@sanford.org
The Spartan Times: Are you interested in writing, taking photos, or designing graphics for the school newspaper? Join the Spartan Times staff to contribute to the news around our school and our community. Find Ms. Foley in D130 or email kfoley@sanford.org!
The ASL club is up and running! Meetings are on Tuesdays, till 3:30 in room E121 with Dr. K.
SHS Book Club meets every Thursday during ST in the library.
Key Club meets every Monday night at 6:00 pm in the agora. This is a great way to get involved with your community and help out with countless service projects alongside your friends!
If you would like to donate New or slightly used Clothing, Shoes, Coats, Hats etc. please see Ms. Williams in Rm A241.
If you have any announcements you would like added please email them to cpattershall@sanford.org by 8:30am. Please specify how long you would like them included.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
The Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad is looking for volunteers to help with their Polar Express train ride on select dates now through Dec. 28. If you are interested, please use the following link to sign up.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZsZnJF26SxkhxNcCE_L9sfaJIarHH1QKusKE21faI3sLYuw/viewform
RANDOM FACT OF THE DAY: The Christmas animated ‘The Grinch’ is the highest grossing Christmas film of all time.
SUPER SNACK beginning @ 2:15:
LUNCH TODAY: Pizza (Choice of Cheese or Pepperoni) Oven Fries, Whole Kernel Corn, Fruit Cup