SHS Daily Announcements 4/16/2025
RED Day
If any student is looking for dress clothes for Prom, please see Mrs. Williams in A241 before the 7:50 bell or during block 3 on Fridays. We have a large assortment of dresses/slacks/shirts and shoes to choose from.
Tuxedos and Suits with Style is offering a $40 off coupon for Prom tux rentals. If you would like one, please stop by A237 (AP office).
Anyone interested in running for student council or class office needs to see Mr. Smith in Room e150 to pick up a contract and petition. These will need to be returned to Mr. Smith by Friday May 2nd in order to be placed on the ballot.
Auditions for Honors Treble Choir & Honors Chamber Singers
Interested in being part of one of our award-winning choral ensembles next year? Treble Choir and Chamber Singers are holding auditions! We are committed to making great music and strive for excellence! Represent SHS at the state, regional, and national level!
Find all the audition info here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S4JSe8xb1-LIMjt-8V5025pUGXKB8qIc8nKxMXR-Esw/edit?usp=sharing
Questions? See Mr. Geary in the choir room or email rgeary@sanford.org
Cabaret Night with the Sanford Chorus
Join the Sanford Chorus for an unforgettable evening of music, entertainment, and fun at Cabaret Night! Enjoy incredible performances from the Chamber Singers, in a lively, intimate setting as our talented singers take the stage.
Saturday, April 19, 2025 6:30 - 8:30 PM Nasson Little Theatre, Springvale, ME
Don’t miss this exciting showcase of talent—get your tickets now!
https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/nassonevents/cabaret-night-with-the-sanford-chorus
Calling all artists and designers! The Sanford Chorus is on the hunt for a logo, and we want YOU to create it. This logo could be featured on T-shirts, stickers, and more—giving you the chance to leave your mark on something that will represent Sanford for years to come. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just have a great idea, this is your opportunity to show off your talent. Think bold, creative, and most importantly... unique! We want to see what YOU can do! We’re looking for a design that captures the energy and spirit of the Sanford Chorus. If you’ve got the vision, we want to see it! Deadline for submissions: April 17, 2025
How to submit: Email your design to Mr. Geary at rgeary@sanford.org The winner will be revealed at the Chorus Cabaret on April 19 at Nasson Little Theatre. Don’t miss your chance to make a lasting impact on the Sanford Chorus!
WANTED: News Anchor for The Spartan Times! SHS's high school newspaper is searching for a weekly news anchor for their social media channels for the 2025-26 school year (currently known as "News With Nat"). If you're interested in getting us #InTheKnow on news, sports, arts & entertainment and/or more, let us know! This can be for community service hours or through an independent study. Email spartan-times@sanford.org!
The Sanford NHS Presents: The Spartan Showcase on April 16th @ 6:00 PM in the Sanford Performance Arts Center. NHS is bringing together a variety of incredible performances, making it a fun and family-friendly night for everyone. We’ll have exciting raffles, and there are even some secret surprises in store! Doors and Concessions open at 5:30 PM
April is National Poetry Month! Check out the display of fantastic poetry books in the library windows, including novels in verse. Also, come in and create your own poems at the poetry station set up all month. Then join us on Thursday, May 1st and Friday, May 2nd for a poetry slam/open mic reading during ST.
April is also Arab American heritage month. Check out the great books written by Arab-American authors in the library windows, including two of my favorites: All my Rage, by Sabaa Tahir, and A Very Large Expanse of Sea, by Tahereh Mafi.
Attention Seniors: The Sanford High School general scholarship application is available now. All seniors planning to attend a post-secondary educational program are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is Friday, 4/18.
Applications are available here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf7PyAxLn-r3LSGAbfEJ-hRz5vZR9hmlXP9G8moVDaB4oAi0Q/viewform?usp=sharing
We are excited to announce a fun opportunity for our Spartan Students. Want to win prizes? If you have Spartan gear, wear it each Friday and check in at the tables during lunch for a chance to win some prizes. Prizes will be drawn monthly, and the more Fridays you wear your gear, the more chances you’ll have to win! Go Spartans!
NHS is offering FREE tutoring sessions every Thursday from 2:30 - 3:30pm in B-143B. Stop by for a little extra help in a subject area of your choice. The late bus is available on this day.
The Late Bus will pick students up on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 4:00PM at the flagpole out front.
FOR SALE AT SHS
Student Section T-Shirts are IN! Buy your white, red, black, or vintage gray Sanford Spartan shirts for home games and spirit days. Buy 1 for $12 or 2 for $20! Sold during lunches, home games, Room D130, or through this order form: https://forms.gle/2jYevmLNSU7DUqxi7. Email spartan-times@sanford.org with questions.
Yearbooks are on sale now! Don’t Scrap the Memories and get one before they’re gone! Go to https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/Oc6joLDSo41ykgs1H85MP4Do or pick up an Order Form from Dr. K (E121)
Spartan Café is back open! Tuesdays and Thursdays during block 4 (for students) 3&4 (for staff) in the life skills suite in the red wing at the top of the agora. The upcoming menu is:
Tuesday:
Thursday: $7.00 Burrito Bowl. Bed of Mexican Rice with seasoned ground beef and Mexican pinto beans (choice of: lettuce, tomato, onion, corn salsa, sour cream, guacamole).
Please include time for pick up or delivery and room number. We also have some Sweets, Nachos and Spartan Splashers as an everyday offering.
SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
SHS Cadet Program: If you are interesting in being part of the Cadet program please stop by Officer Gosling’s office, E102 for further information.
Anime club now meets every Thursday right after school until 3:30 in Ms. Silva’s room B212.
Nature Journal Club – Thursdays in Ms. Strout's room B249 (top red)
The Health and Wellness Club in the gym is now open every day after school except Wednesdays. All are welcome!
GSTA will be meeting Thursday mornings before school as well as Thursday after school. Please see Mrs. Stanhope in B237 if interested.
Peer Helpers will meet on Fridays from 7:30-7:45 AM in the small café
Civil Rights Team will meet on Mondays @ 2:25pm in the library. Please join us to help make the school a place where everyone feels safe, welcome, and respected for who they are!
D&D Club meets on Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 in E121 (Dr. K’s room) Come join!
SHS Book Club: Meets every Thursday during Spartan Time. New members are welcome when we start a new book.
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.
Environmental Club now meets on Monday’s @ 2:30 in Mr. Jeney’s room, E256 at the end of the hall, 2nd floor Blue wing.
The ASL Club runs every Tuesday from 2:30-3:30 pm after school in room E123A. We hope to see you there!
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
Wells Recreation Department is hiring...https://wellsme.myrec.com/info/news/details.aspx?NewsID=4526
SHS Theater Company is looking to hire a student Theater Technician. Apply quickly before the posting closes on 4/18! https://www.applitrack.com/sanford/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=653
COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
Need Community Service hours? Join the Environmental Club for the Wells Beach Clean-up on Saturday, April 19th from 10am-noon. You must RSVP. FREE DONUTS! To RSVP, please email Saundra at beachcleanup@yahoo.com with your name and the number of people in your group that will be attending. EventWebsite: https://wellstown.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=1976
Carl J Lamb Elementary School is in need of volunteers to sell carnations, guide students, and pass our programs, for their spring Arts Nights (concerts and art shows).
Tuesday, May 13th: 4:30-5:30pm and 6-7pm
Thursday, May 15th: 4:30-5:30pm and 6-7pm
Tuesday, May 13th: 4:30-5:30pm
For more information and to sign up, please email hskvorak@sanford.org.
Project CommUnity is in need of volunteers for The Pride Picnic event at Gowen Park on Sunday June 1st from 11-4 pm. If you are interested in helping out, please email us at 99missedkisses@gmail.com
The Acton Clean-Up Committee is looking for volunteers to help. In memory of Jim Driscoll the clean-up day will be held on April 26. If you are interested in helping, please contact Denise @ d.bowden@comcast.net
Maine Senior Games is looking for volunteers to help with a multitude of upcoming events. If you are interested, please go to www.maineseniorgames.org for a list of events and contact Karen Reardon @ maineseniorgames2020@gmail.com to sign up.
Attention Students! Looking for an opportunity to earn community service hours while helping your local newspaper? The Sanford Springvale News is looking for student volunteers with a vehicle and a driver’s license to serve as substitute newspaper delivery drivers.
This role involves delivering newspapers on a specific route on Fridays in the late morning or early afternoon, as needed. It’s a simple 1 to 2-hour commitment on weeks you’re available.
If you’re interested in joining our team and making a difference in the community, email Kendra at kendra.williams9@icloud.com today!
Anyone interested in getting community service hours here at the school?! They are looking for help being an announcer at home games. If you are interested, please email either 26matthewh@gapps.sanford.org or 25scottr@gapps.sanford.org for more information.
RANDOM FACT OF THE DAY: Buffy the Vampire Slayer was the first show to use the word “Google” as a verb on TV.
SUPER SNACK:
LUNCH TODAY: Pizza (cheese or pepperoni), Romaine & Spinach Salad, Baby Carrots, Fresh Grapes