Sanford High School

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September 6, 2024

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Against a backdrop of trophies and awards, the Sanford Schools Legacy Foundation dedicated the Sanford High School Athletic Awards Showcase in honor of Bruce MacKinnon. “It’s an exciting day for us on behalf of the Sanford School Board, the Sanford Schools Legacy Foundation, the City of Sanford and community,” said Matt Nelson, Superintendent of Sanford Public Schools, at the afternoon ceremony. On Wednesday, Sept. 4, stories of Coach MacKinnon “owned” the room, in true Coach MacKinnon style, as player after player shared their memories. “Things Bruce did built respect. When Bruce was coaching us, he commanded the room,” said John Roux, once a standout forward for Coach MacKinnon and later an insurance colleague. “He owned the room, and if you weren’t part of what he was preaching, you were out of the room very quickly. He was intense. It was tough, but it was good, and I really, really respect that.” John Dube recalled Coach’s intense style of coaching, but also the numerous things he did behind the scenes, such as sending him to basketball camps that would have been otherwise not an option for him. “He made me who I am today, he was my second dad,” said Dube, a standout forward for Sanford 1976-1980. The life skills he once taught these boys still remain with his players as men. “It took me years to realize all the lessons you were teaching us,” said former player Mark Caron. “Accountability, discipline and responsibility. So besides all of the other great (basketball) things he taught us, really those three things instilled a lot in my life.” Mr. MacKinnon came to Sanford in 1973 to teach U.S. history. He served as the boys varsity coach from 1973 to 1985, then served as Sanford High School Principal from 1985 to 1993. He also coached golf from 1978 to 1984, and retired from education in 1993 to serve as a state senator for four years. Coach MacKinnon was inducted into the Maine Basketball Hall of Fame in 2023. Sanford Rep. Anne-Marie Mastracchio, who served on the Sanford School Committee when MacKinnon retired, was on hand to offer a congressional commendation on behalf of the Maine House of Representatives and Senate. Bruce MacKinnon’s legacy will live on now over the SHS Athletic Achievement Showcase at the Partner’s Bank Gymnasium at Sanford High School.

Bruce MacKinnon Trophy Case Now Bears The Name of Legendary Sanford Coach

September 6, 2024

Against a backdrop of trophies and awards, the Sanford Schools Legacy Foundation dedicated the Sanford High School Athletic Awards Showcase in honor of Bruce MacKinnon. “It’s an...

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September 5, 2024

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September 4, 2024

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The Sanford School Department launched its 2024-2025 school year in the Sanford Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, August 28th, with a powerful message: every student matters, and every adult is important. Carl J. Lamb's Show Choir, under the direction of music teacher Hattie Skvorak, kicked off the morning with an uplifting performance. Thank you to Carl J. Lamb students Breyana Bolduc, Alanna Carter, Olan Clock, Maggie Green, Kinley Martineau, Aoife McGuckin-Welsch, Daisy Peters, Ivy Peters, and Kiara Rohner. Following the performance, School Committee Chair Paula Cote welcomed and thanked staff on behalf of the committee. Superintendent Matt Nelson then welcomed returning staff and new staff joining the Sanford School Department, expressing gratitude for everyone involved in preparing for the opening of school. The Sanford School Department's three pillars for student success – student achievement, school climate and culture, and capacity building – set the stage for introducing the goals for the upcoming school year. In addition to the goals, school safety was emphasized as a continuing priority for the Sanford School Department. Mr. Nelson stressed the importance of engagement, prioritizing relationships, and encouraging staff to focus on making strong connections with students, colleagues, and families. He highlighted that these meaningful relationships help form the foundation for effective teaching and learning, creating an environment where students feel valued and motivated to succeed. Staff were also encouraged to "adjust their lens" heading into the 2024-2025 school year when facing new challenges to see the positives in their work. This adaptability ties with the district's focus on "spotlighting-the-right" and building strong relationships with students, families, and the community. The presentation concluded with a powerful metaphor: the dash between birth and death years on a tombstone. Staff were posed a thought-provoking question: "What does your dash stand for?" This dash, it was explained, represents the sum of one's work and the impact of their daily actions. Mr. Nelson emphasized that one's legacy is measured by every life they touch. Relating this concept to the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, it was framed as the School Department's collective dash. Their shared goal is to ensure that students are healthy, safe, engaged, supported, challenged, and prepared.

Sanford School Department Kicks Off 2024-2025 Year with Focus on Student Value and Staff Impact

August 30, 2024

The Sanford School Department launched its 2024-2025 school year in the Sanford Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, August 28th, with a powerful message: every student matters, ...

Sanford High School Kaitlyn Gardner (Admin Assistant to the Principal) Michael Gauthier (Physics Teacher), Matthew Guertin (Math Teacher), Linden Hollins (Chemistry/Physics Teacher), Anna Silva (Social Studies Teacher), Charlene Foss (SpEd Tech), Megan Kiley (Virtual Learning Ed Tech), Matthew Ouellette (Support and Transition Ed Tech) Sanford Middle School Abigail Hanson (6th Grade Teacher), Joshua Hyssong (Instructional Band Teacher), Deborah Leclerc (Seal Team) Sanford Regional Technical Center Shawnda Williams (Health Occupations Teacher), Jenna Holmes (Health Occupations Teacher) Carl J. Lamb Beth Baldarelli (SpEd-Self Contained Teacher), Holly Brown (2nd Grade Teacher), Denise Bergeron (SpEd Ed Tech), Jessica Harmon (Self-Contained Ed Tech), Laurie Morse (K Literacy Ed Tech), Alethea Pettine (Library Ed Tech), Aaliyah Studer (SpEd Ed Tech) Margaret Chase Smith Ayla Alrich (3rd Grade Teacher), Pamela Legere (1st Grade Teacher), Taylor Nygren (4th Grade Teacher), Lee Paula Perkins (4th Grade Teacher), Ashley Brochu (Self Contained Ed Tech), Angela Kepner (K Literacy Ed Tech), Suzi MacDonald (Behavior Ed Tech) Sanford Pride Lindsey Jenkins (1st Grade Teacher), Haley Kennedy (3rd Grade Teacher), Makenzie Smith (Art Teacher) BRIDGE Eric Stephens (Social Studies Teacher), Sara Tremblay (Ed Tech)

Sanford School Department Welcomes New Teachers at Orientation

August 28, 2024

The Sanford School Department kicked off the new academic year with a bang, hosting a comprehensive and engaging orientation day for its newest teachers in the district at Sanfor...

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August 26, 2024

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Sanford High School Athletics Hall of Honor Committee Announces First Class of Inductees

August 23, 2024

After months of deliberation, The Sanford High School Athletics Hall of Honor Committee (established in 2023) is pleased to announce its first class of inductees. These nine induc...

Bus Transportation for the 2024-2025 School Year

August 21, 2024

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school Year! The 2024-2025 bus routes for the Sanford School Department are now available on Versatrans . On Wednesday, August 21th, emails were sen...

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Fall Sports Registration for Sanford High School and Sanford Middle School

August 6, 2024

Sanford High School and Middle School Fall sports seasons are approaching quickly. High school sports start Monday, August 19th. Middle school sports will start during the firs...

Tracy Gibson Named New Principal at Sanford High School

July 18, 2024

SANFORD, Maine – The Sanford School Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracy Gibson as the new Principal of Sanford High School, effective July 22, 2024. During...

Sanford High School juniors Brooklynn Verdejo and James Allen-Chaplick were recently named state recipients of the Horatio Alger Scholarship. Out of just five students chosen from across the entire state of Maine, Sanford High School had an impressive two winners. The Horatio Alger Scholarship is one of the most coveted awards for high school students in the United States. It recognizes young people who have demonstrated incredible determination and perseverance in overcoming significant adversity in their lives.

SHS Juniors Recipients of Horatio Alger Scholarship

June 20, 2024

Sanford High School juniors Brooklynn Verdejo and James Allen-Chaplick were recently named state recipients of the Horatio Alger Scholarship. Out of just five students chosen fro...

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June 7, 2024

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Sanford High School held its 131st Commencement ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, inside Partners Bank Gymnasium, marking another milestone for the graduating Class of 2024. The event featured inspiring speeches from a distinguished guest and student leaders.

Sanford High School's 131st Commencement

June 6, 2024

Sanford High School held its 131st Commencement ceremony on Wednesday, June 5, inside Partners Bank Gymnasium, marking another milestone for the graduating Class of 2024. The eve...

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June 6, 2024

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Sanford High School Class of 2024 Senior Awards Night

June 5, 2024

Sanford High School's Class of 2024 Senior Awards Night was on Monday, June 3rd, in the Performing Arts Center. Seniors were recognized by teachers and staff from all departments...

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June 5, 2024

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June 4, 2024

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June 3, 2024

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Sanford High School and Middle School will be hosting a sports physical clinic on Monday, August 5th, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the School Nurse's Office (D105) at Sanford High School. The clinic is available for Sanford students entering grades 6 through 12. To access the School Nurse's Office, enter Sanford High School through the Community Retail Center entrance near the greenhouse. The cost for the sports physical is $20. Checks should be made payable to York Hospital. Students must register in advance using the following link: https://forms.gle/rXYk3oXkLfq16AHd8 Students must be accompanied by their parent/guardian or have the Limited Sports Exam form signed by their parent/guardian. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/296476/Physical_Form.pdf All physicals are valid for two years from the date of the physical. If you have any questions, please contact Lynne Signore, RN at Sanford High School -- 207-206-1708 -- lsignore@sanford.org.

Sports Physical Clinic for Sanford Middle and High School Students on August 5th

May 31, 2024

Sanford High School and Middle School will be hosting a sports physical clinic on Monday, August 5th, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the School Nurse's Office (D105) at Sanford High Sc...