Sanford High School

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January 7, 2025

SHS Daily Announcements 1/7/2025 WHITE Day STAFF : York County Audubon is again offering a scholarship for a one-week program for Educators this ...

Nominations are now open for the 2025 York County Teacher of the Year and 2026 Teacher of the Year. Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate exemplary skills that inspire students and colleagues, and who help focus attention on the importance of public schools among everyone in the Sanford community. Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website from now until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31st, 2025. (Click here for the form) They are accepted by students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations. Recognize an educator today who has continued to inspire, educate and care for their students!

Nominations Open For Maine Teacher of the Year

January 6, 2025

Nominations are now open for the 2025 York County Teacher of the Year and 2026 Teacher of the Year. Members of the public are encouraged to nominate educators who demonstrate e...

Daily Announcements

January 6, 2025

SHS Daily Announcements 1/6/2025 RED Day The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) will be at SHS in the SRTC Career Planning Center on Wednesday, J...

The wrestling mats at Nasson Community Center have become more than just a training ground. They're now a place where Sanford High School student-athletes are giving back to their community and helping shape the next generation of wrestlers. Since 2017, the Spartan Youth program has been transforming wrestling culture in Sanford, creating a pipeline of talent while promoting community connection. "Our Spartan Youth program has been a vital part of our success at the varsity level," Sanford High School Wrestling Head Coach Nate Smith said. "They are helping to train up the future varsity team, as well as helping us put on our tournaments and contributing to how our program runs smoothly." Chris Hill, who founded the program in 2017 when Sanford wrestling was struggling with low numbers, has seen it grow into a "well-oiled machine,” he said. The program now operates as its own non-profit organization, with high school athletes regularly returning to mentor younger wrestlers. "We don't typically let them have free range of teaching. We're usually still teaching and coaching, and they're assisting by being extra hands, an extra set of eyes in the room," Hill said. "They're definitely big parts of making sure kids are getting that one-on-one attention they need." The program has already come full circle. Some of the wrestlers on this year’s team, including Chris Hill’s son, Canton Hill, James Chapwick, and Connor Pickering, started their wrestling journeys in this very program. "They love knowing that they started here," Hill said, noting that Pickering now attends nearly every youth practice to give back. Beyond coaching assistance, these high school mentors serve as role models. "We encourage the younger kids to go to the high school meets, see what the high school wrestlers are doing," Hill says. "Then they have people they can look up to." For Sanford High School senior Phoebe Stevens, volunteering offers a way to stay connected to the sport. "I help them with whatever moves they need, because it can be a little bit hard to understand as a beginner," Stevens explains. She assists during practices and meets, noting that extra help is especially valuable "on weekends, because a lot of coaches have jobs." Stevens also shares a valuable perspective from her own wrestling experience with the young athletes. "The biggest lesson I want to pass along is about understanding your coach's encouragement," she says. "They push you because they see your potential and want you to achieve your best." The impact of this mentorship extends beyond wrestling technique. As Coach Smith observes, the program's influence reaches far beyond the mat. "Coach Chris Hill has been a huge asset for us over the past years that he has headed up the program," Coach Smith said. "I am deeply appreciative of the opportunity he gives our athletes to coach at the youth level. They learn how to give back to the community and reinforce the things they have learned at the high school level as well.”

From Students to Mentors: Sanford High School Wrestlers Give Back to Youth Program

January 3, 2025

The wrestling mats at Nasson Community Center have become more than just a training ground. They're now a place where Sanford High School student-athletes are giving back to th...

Daily Announcements

January 3, 2025

SHS Daily Announcements 1/3/2025 WHITE Day The Finance Authority of Maine (FAME) will be at SHS in the SRTC Career Planning Center on Wednesday,...

Daily Announcements

January 2, 2025

SHS Daily Announcements 1/2/2025 RED Day There will be NO ANIME club today. They will start back up next week, 1/9 NHS is offering FR...

Sanford High School and Middle School Students Spread Holiday Cheer with Toys for Tots

December 20, 2024

Students from Sanford High School and Sanford Middle School's Jobs for Maine's Graduates (JMG) program embraced the spirit of giving this holiday season during a special two-day v...

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December 20, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/20/24 WHITE Day HAVE SAFE AND RESTFUL BREAK!!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! Starting on 12/5, NHS will be offering FREE tutoring sessions...

Sanford High School's Winter Concert Fills Arts Center with Holiday Harmony

Sanford High School's Winter Concert Fills Performing Arts Center with Holiday Harmony

December 18, 2024

Sanford High School students filled the Performing Arts Center with seasonal spirit during their annual winter concert on Thursday, December 12th, featuring performances by both ...

Daily Announcements

December 18, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/18/24 WHITE Day On Wednesday, 12/18, all sophomores will report to the PAC at 9:45am for a presentation on opportunities avai...

Last Friday night, Sanford High School's student-led Dancing with the Stars lit up the Partners Bank Gymnasium! Sanford High School students brought down the house with performances, costumes, and unforgettable dance moves. Huge shoutout to all the brave participants who stepped out of their comfort zones to support future homecoming celebrations! Special thanks to Student Council for organizing this event and to everyone who came out to support the dancers.

SHS Student Council Hosts Dancing With The Stars

December 17, 2024

Last Friday night, Sanford High School's student-led Dancing with the Stars lit up the Partners Bank Gymnasium! Sanford High School students brought down the house with performanc...

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December 17, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/17/24 RED Day On Wednesday, 12/18, all sophomores will report to the PAC at 9:45am for a presentation on opportunities availa...

Sanford High Students Get Special Preview of Air Force Heritage Band

December 16, 2024

Sanford High School students received an exclusive sneak peek of the United States Air Force Heritage of America Band's "Full Spectrum" ensemble on Friday at the Performing Arts C...

Daily Announcements

December 16, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/16/24 WHITE Day On Wednesday, 12/18, all sophomores will report to the PAC at 9:45am for a presentation on opportunities avai...

Mike Super Magic & Illusion on Dec. 31

December 13, 2024

SANFORD — Imagine mind-blowing illusions combined with the hilarity of a headline comedian this New Year's Eve! Coming to the Sanford Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, Dec. 31,...

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December 13, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/13/24 RED Day For anyone interested in Unified Basketball , there will be a meeting Wednesday December 18, during Spartan time in E1...

For Sanford High School senior Andrew Morin, pursuing an internship at the Sanford Springvale News isn't just about gaining journalism experience – it's about carrying on a family legacy. His father, a former reporter for the Ellsworth American and Foster's Daily Democrat, inspired Andrew to explore the world of local journalism. "Part of my inspiration to start writing for the paper was my father," Morin explains. "He used to be a reporter before I was born... I thought it would be interesting to do something that he too had done." The opportunity to follow in his father’s footsteps came through Sanford High School’s Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO) program. Working with ELO Coordinator Sally Quarles, Morin was able to establish an internship that would allow him to gain real-world journalism experience while still in high school. Since joining the nonprofit newspaper a few months ago, Morin has been learning the fundamentals of journalism, from time management to source verification and concise reporting. Among his early assignments, he particularly enjoyed covering the AP Capstone program at his high school. In addition to his coverage of school programs, Morin has been reporting on important developments in the local community. His recent article about Carpentier Park highlighted how the High Street receding area is moving forward with renovation plans following final approval from the city council. "He's not afraid to tackle potential stories suggested to him and often comes up with ideas of his own," said Kendra Williams, who is a columnist, copy editor, and the delivery coordinator for the Sanford Springvale News. "He can be trusted to submit his stories in a timely way and we've been very impressed with what he's written so far. Writing for a newspaper is different from other types of writing and can be a bit of a learning curve for anyone. Andrew is proving that he's up to the challenge." The internship has opened his eyes to the dedication required in local journalism. "I was not aware of the sheer amount of time and effort that the people of the paper put into it, and frankly, it is impressive," he reflects. Beyond the technical aspects of reporting, Morin has gained valuable insights into his community's relationship with local media. "People really appreciate community-driven projects like the local paper," he notes, adding that residents frequently express their gratitude and support for the publication. Through his work at the Sanford Springvale News, Morin is not only developing professional skills but also contributing to the vital tradition of community journalism – a tradition that, like his own story, often runs in families.

Sanford High Senior Gains Real-World Experience Through Local Newspaper Internship

December 12, 2024

For Sanford High School senior Andrew Morin, pursuing an internship at the Sanford Springvale News isn't just about gaining journalism experience – it's about carrying on a famil...

Daily Announcements

December 12, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/12/24 WHITE Day For anyone interested in Unified Basketball , there will be a meeting Wednesday December 18, during Spartan time in ...

Daily Announcements

December 11, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/11/24 RED Day For anyone interested in Unified Basketball , there will be a meeting Wednesday December 18, during Spartan time in E1...

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December 10, 2024

SHS Daily Announcements 12/10/24 WHITE Day THERE IS NO SPARTAN TIME TODAY This Friday Student Council will be presenting DANCING WITH THE STARS !...