SHS Daily Announcements 03/31/22
WHITE Day
The Civil Rights Team invites all students and staff to A Conversation with Kendra Williams on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at 2:30 pm in the Agora. Mrs. Williams--a community member, former school committee member, and mother of Mr. Brett Williams--will be speaking about how one person can make a difference by challenging bias in schools, the Equal Rights Amendment, the differences between laws and the Constitution, and how students can civically engage in the causes that they believe in. Please join us!
Your results are IN! Thank you for taking the March Matchness survey! Your results are now in and available to purchase during lunch this week or in the AP's office for $3. We accept cash or Venmo (@SHS_Abroad). If you Venmo, please put your first and last name in the comment and note if you want your results printed or digitally. The results share your most compatible matches in your grade and the other remaining grades, your opposites, as well as a few mystery matches. You also receive birthday "trivia" that includes celebrity matches, "This day in History", horoscope and Zodiac information, and more! Thank you for supporting this fundraiser. Please email kfoley@sanford.org with any questions or concerns.
Free (new) books!
YAY! Summer is almost here (kind of)....AND THAT MEANS EVERYONE GETS A FREE BOOK. Not just any book, YOU get to pick from a fine selection carefully chosen by Mrs. Raymond and Mrs. Baldwin. There truly is something for everyone. Check it out here: Free Book choices Your top 3 choices are due by Wednesday, April 18th.
Mamma Mia! is the story of 20-year-old Sophie and her fiancé, Sky, who are about to get married on an island in Greece. Sophie secretly invites the three men who could be her father to the wedding, with the dream of having her real father walk her down the aisle. When they all show up on the island, Sophie tries to figure out which one is her real father. When all three men find out they could be her father, they all offer to walk her down the aisle, with a white wedding you’ll never forget.
WHAT: Sanford High School Theater Club presents Mamma Mia!
WHEN: Friday, April 1 at 6:30 pm | Saturday, April 2 at 6:30 pm | Sunday, April 3 at 2:00 pm
WHERE: Sanford Performing Arts Center, 100 Alumni Boulevard, Sanford, ME
TICKETS: Adults: $12 | Seniors: $8 | Students: $7
INFO: For information or to order tickets visit www.sanfordpac.org, call 207-206-1712, or email 24natalieg@gapps.sanford.org
Good afternoon SHS Class of 2022!!
Please click on the link below and fill out the online 2022 General Scholarship Application. Every graduating senior, early grads and 3-year grads who plan on attending a college or university, or technical school may fill out this form. You must attach your college acceptance letter, fafsa and financial aid information (EFC) with this application no later than Friday, April 8, 2022 via the online form or hand it into the Principal’s Office by the deadline date.
https://forms.gle/EVn3Gche4NBuUH8W6
If you have any questions or concerns, please see Mrs. Bourassa in the principal’s office.
Thank you and good luck to the SHS Class of 2022!!
Please pay Senior Class Dues, 65.00 may be paid in the Main Office. Any questions please see Ms. Williams in A242
FOR SALE AT SHS
The school year is winding down - don't forget to buy your yearbook before it’s too late! Books can be purchased online at www.yearbookforever.com, or with Ms. Cormier in the School Counseling Office! Don't miss out on the memories of this year!
Muffins are in the school store!!!! Lots of variety, you’re sure to find a favorite. All are .50.Get them before they are gone.
Nothing says spring like the bright, shiny blossoms of Pansies! Plants Plus will have their first greenhouse sale of the year from April 11 - April 15 at the kiosk in the main lobby. Pansy gardens, pansy 4 paks and 8 paks, our own houseplants, succulents and a collection of early spring plant-ables like Kale, Parsley and Onions. See you there!
SPORTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
GSTA meets Thursdays after school in B237
Ocean Bowl meets in the SRTC Career Center next to the school counseling office during Spartan time on Fridays. They are looking for a few more competitors to join their team. If you are interested please sign up here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gW5qTBiWUBhmxVea4aOKYl5RSP9dEkS3LrO8LDhvxG8/edit
Environmental Club meets Tuesdays @ 7:20am in Ms. Trafelet’s room E222. We have several projects we will be working on this year. Come join us and help make a positive impact on our planet. All are welcome!!
SHS Book Club will meet during Spartan Time on Tuesdays in the library. To help Mrs. Raymond better prepare, please fill out this google form https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfimwL5gPbi5WTAp_vWu-qvAn0QG7DZpW0fOAEjoNmYCuKelA/viewform?usp=sf_link
Science Bowl will meet in the Small Cafeteria during Tuesday Spartan Time and is welcoming new competitors for their teams. For more information, please email bmarass@sanford.org
Civil Rights Team meets Tuesdays after school, in the library or Zoom. We will also be meeting every other Friday during Spartan Time! New members are always welcome.
Art club meets every Thursday in room B127 with Mrs. Gillis from 2:20-3:30. All are welcome!
Pep Club meets on Tuesdays after school in room C224 to discuss Homecoming, New Goals and a Great Year!
Key Club will start meeting Monday nights at 6:30 on the agora stairs. Key Club is the best way to fulfill community service requirements and have a great time with friends at the same time!
SHS Peer Helpers meet every Friday morning in the small cafeteria at SHS. Meetings begin at 7:30 or if you are a bus student stop by when your bus arrives at school. New student tours, Thanksgiving baskets, #thisisus are all part of what SHS Peer Helpers are involved in. Please text 81010 to @bletou to sign up on Remind and begin receiving updates from Mrs. Letourneau (advisor).
Anime, Chess and Cribbage club will be Thursday after school, in Room B243
Want to get rugged?! The fitness room will be open after school for students and staff. Workout plans are available. See you there!
If you would like to donate New or slightly used Clothing, Shoes, Coats, Hats etc. please see Ms. Williams in Rm A242.
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
Chasco, Inc., a construction company out of Portsmouth, NH is looking for people 18+ who are interested in an Apprenticeship Program beginning June 13, 2022. If interested please see Mrs. Pattershall in A237.
Big Daddy’s Homemade Ice Cream in Wells is now hiring ice cream scoopers and ice cream makers for the 2022 season. Competitive hourly wage plus tips. Must have reliable transportation to Wells. If interested, please email Rachel at rachel.e.yorke@gmail.com
SHS and SRTC students: Looking for a job for summer or for after high school? You can find current job listings on the SRTC website under "Menu, Current Parents/Students, Job opportunities". This listing will be updated frequently with new opportunities throughout the spring.
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On April 30 the Rolling Thunder is hosting an Annual Bowl-A-Thon for Veterens from 9am-4pm. You can bowl for 1-6 hours. Registration fee is $10. If you are interested please call Bonnie @ 207-490-1858.
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Community Service Opportunities
There is a local elderly woman who is looking for some strong students to rake her ¼ acre lot either 4/2 or 4/9. For more information, please see Mrs. Pattershall.
Random Fact of the Day: Maine is the biggest toothpick producer. It is estimated that about 90% of the country's toothpicks are made in this state.
Life Hacks from your school nurse: Giving a speech? Read it over the night prior right before falling asleep. Most memory consolidation happens during sleep, making it more likely to be encoded as long-term memory.
FREE Spartan Super Snack: Popcorn Chicken, Uncrustables W/Cheese, Baby carrots W/Ranch, Fresh Red Grapes. ***Strawberry Smoothies W/ Crackers, Fruit Parfaits W/ Granola, Mozzarella Sticks*** Limited amount**
Lunch Today: Hot Dog on a Whole Wheat Roll, Baked Beans, Scoops w/ Salsa, Mandarin Oranges