SHS Counselors Launch New "Senior Sessions" Program for Post-Graduation Planning

SHS Counselors Launch New "Senior Sessions" Program for Post-Graduation Planning

September 19, 2025
Sanford High School seniors filled the Performing Arts Center Wednesday, September 17, as school counselors presented essential information about post-secondary planning. The ...
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Over twenty Sanford High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society Wednesday, September 17, in the Performing Arts Center. The induction ceremony honored students who have demonstrated commitment to the four pillars of NHS: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. The ceremony brought together families, faculty, and friends to celebrate these students' achievements. The evening featured the traditional candle lighting ceremony, symbolizing the illumination of knowledge and the commitment these students make to uphold the values of NHS. "The evening was truly amazing. It is such a privilege to honor and work alongside such an extraordinary group of students," NHS Advisor Liz White said. To qualify for National Honor Society membership, students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher and demonstrate significant involvement in school and community service activities. Beyond academic excellence, candidates undergo a selection process that evaluates their leadership roles, character references, and service contributions. The newly inducted members represented a diverse group of students with achievements across many areas. The inductees include dedicated performers in theater, marching band, and choir and varsity athletes in soccer, baseball, tennis, and track and field, as well as Many are pursuing specialized programs through Sanford Regional Technical Center, including welding, health occupations, and engineering design. Their post-graduation plans are equally impressive, ranging from aerospace engineering and medicine to musical theater and education, demonstrating the breadth of talent and ambition within this exceptional group. "The students' unwavering support for one another truly shines through," White reflected. "Moments like this reveal the remarkable caliber of character that defines our chapter. Their actions speak louder than any speech could, and honestly, it doesn't get much better than that." Following the ceremony, families and inductees gathered in the cafeteria for refreshments, celebrating this achievement together. Congratulations to the following inductees: Eliza Allen, Morgan Bailey, Alessandra Castro, Adam Cote, Tyler Do, Gavin Ericson, Ava Fagan, Keaghan Gagnon, Kaylee Gauthier, Addison Hoenig, Ami Kane, Michael Kiley, Nathan Maloney, Levi Mann, Hazel Marcinowski, Zoey McCann, Yashvi Patel, Lily Peters, Belinda Rivard, Paige Sevigny, Veerasak Sungvean.

Sanford High School Inducts Over 20 Students into National Honor Society

September 19, 2025
Over twenty Sanford High School students were inducted into the National Honor Society Wednesday, September 17, in the Performing Arts Center. The induction ceremony honored stud...
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September 19, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/19/2025 White Day Homecoming Spirit Week: October 6-10 Monday, October 6 - Hawaiian Day Tuesday, October 7 - Soccer ...
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September 18, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/18/2025 Red Day Homecoming Spirit Week: October 6-10 Monday, October 6 - Hawaiian Day Tuesday, October 7 - Soccer Mo...
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From meeting the governor to landing full-time careers, Sanford High School and Regional Technical Center students are turning classroom learning into real-world success through the Extended Learning Opportunities Program. Extended Learning Opportunities (ELO’s) provide students with the chance to have meaningful learning experiences at local businesses, community organizations, or with community experts in particular fields. ELO Coordinator Sally MacDougal helps students navigate four distinct types of opportunities: internships, co-op programs which allow students to earn credit for existing jobs, job shadowing experiences, and structured extended learning opportunities that function like additional classes. “A lot of students are excited to know that this is available to them,” MacDougal said. The program, which spans all 25 programs offered between SHS and SRTC, is showing early results this school year. Currently, 18 students have completed their paperwork and are actively participating in various ELO opportunities, with many more applications still in progress. Over the summer, eight students continued their internships, demonstrating the program’s year-round potential and the strong relationships built between students and employers. Several local businesses have embraced their role as educational partners for SHS and SRTC students. Rubb Building Systems has been particularly instrumental in supporting students, especially those in welding programs. SRTC junior Anderson White began working with Rubb at just 16 years old and he even got to share his experience with Governor Janet Mills when she toured the technical center last week. “Anderson is a rock star,” MacDougal said. The program's impact on career outcomes is already becoming evident. Several welding students from the Regional Technical Center have transitioned seamlessly from classroom learning to full-time employment, often with the same companies where they completed their ELOs. Plumbing students have similarly moved from their technical center programs into professional positions. Current opportunities showcase the program's diversity. Students are pursuing nursing experience at Goodall Hospital, exploring education through hands-on teaching experience, and gaining library science exposure across multiple school districts. SHS student Rory White completed a summer staff writer position with the Sanford Springvale News and is continuing that work through an internship this school year. Understanding that not every placement is perfect from the start, the program builds in checkpoints at each semester to evaluate whether students and employers are a good fit. This approach ensures students get the most from their experience while maintaining positive relationships with community partners. “If it is a good fit, we continue with it,” MacDougal said. “If it's not, we'll look for another business or let the student settle where they need to be in their classes." We will soon be highlighting individual student ELO's in future editions of the 'Sanford Spotlight' District Newsletter.

Sanford's ELO Program Bridges Classroom and Career

September 17, 2025
From meeting the governor to landing full-time careers, Sanford High School and Regional Technical Center students are turning classroom learning into real-world success through ...
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September 17, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/16/2025 White Day Homecoming Spirit Week: October 6-10 Monday, October 6 - Hawaiian Day Tuesday, October 7 - Soccer ...
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September 16, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/16/2025 Red Day Homecoming Spirit Week: October 6-10 Monday, October 6 - Hawaiian Day Tuesday, October 7 - Soccer Mo...
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September 15, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/15/2025 White Day Activity buses are now available. Please reference the following for more information: https://www....
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September 12, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/12/2025 Red Day SHS will be offering the PSAT/NMSQT on Tuesday, October 21st at 8 AM. The cost is $18 and is due at ti...
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Sanford High Marching Band Ready for Another Strong Season

Sanford High Marching Band Ready for Another Strong Season

September 11, 2025
Sanford High School's marching band is positioned for another standout season. The program, which has nearly 60 members, continues to set the standard in Maine's marching band co...
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After-School Activity Bus Schedule

September 11, 2025
Sanford High School and Sanford Middle School will begin offering an after-school activity bus on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays beginning Monday, September 15th. Please view ...
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September is School Attendance Awareness Month!

September is School Attendance Awareness Month!

September 11, 2025
Governor Janet Mills has proclaimed September as School Attendance Awareness Month in Maine, and we are excited to join schools across our state in celebrating the importance of b...
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Your Right to Know: Teacher and Paraprofessional Qualification Information

Your Right to Know: Teacher and Paraprofessional Qualification Information

September 11, 2025
On December 10, 2015, President Barack Obama signed the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) into law. ESSA replaces the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). In accordance with ESSA, sc...
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September 11, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/11/2025 White Day Studio by the Pond will be doing photos this Friday, September 12 th for anyone that missed ...
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September 10, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/10/2025 Red Day JUNIORS: Applications are currently being accepted for student representative to the School Committee...
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The Sanford Backpack Program invites the community to attend its 2nd Annual Lip Sync Showdown, a fun event that raises funds to help fight student hunger in our district. Event Details: When: Saturday, September 27th at 7:00 PM Where: Sanford Performing Arts Center What: Teams perform lip sync renditions of their favorite songs Twenty local lip sync teams will compete to entertain audiences while supporting a great cause. The audience will help judge winners across multiple categories, making it an interactive community celebration where your participation matters! All proceeds from the event benefit the Sanford Backpack Program, which provides weekend food support for students in need throughout our school district.

2nd Annual Lip Sync Showdown at the Performing Arts Center

September 9, 2025
IMPORTANT UPDATE: The date for the 2nd Annual Lip Sync Showdown at the Performing Arts Center has been changed to Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 7 pm . The Sanford Backpack Program...
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September 9, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/9/2025 White Day JUNIORS: Applications are currently being accepted for student representative to the School Committe...
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September 8, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/8/2025 Red Day JUNIORS: Applications are currently being accepted for student representative to the School Committee!...
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September 5, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/5/2025 White Day WELCOME BACK!! JUNIORS: Applications are currently being accepted for student representative t...
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September 4, 2025
SHS Daily Announcements 9/4/2025 Red Day WELCOME BACK!! JUNIORS: Applications are currently being accepted for student representative to ...
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