Maine Through the Year Testing Schedule:
Grade 5
Grade 5 teachers will be communicating directly with students and families regarding testing schedule.

Grade 6
ELA: Monday, September 22
Math: Tuesday, September 23
Testing will take place during Blocks 1 & 2.

Grade 7
ELA: Thursday, September 25
Math: Friday, September 26
Testing will take place during Blocks 3 & 4.

Grade 8
ELA: Monday, September 29
Math: Tuesday, September 30
Testing will take place during Blocks 1 & 2.

Make-Up Testing:
ELA and Math teachers will be responsible for administering all make-up
assessments. The testing window closes on Friday, October 24.
about 24 hours ago, Sanford School Department
Maine Through the Year Testing Schedule: Grade 5 Grade 5 teachers will be communicating directly with students and families regarding testing schedule. Grade 6 ELA: Monday, September 22 Math: Tuesday, September 23 Testing will take place during Blocks 1 & 2. Grade 7 ELA: Thursday, September 25 Math: Friday, September 26 Testing will take place during Blocks 3 & 4. Grade 8 ELA: Monday, September 29 Math: Tuesday, September 30 Testing will take place during Blocks 1 & 2. Make-Up Testing: ELA and Math teachers will be responsible for administering all make-up assessments. The testing window closes on Friday, October 24.
Attention SMS 7th Grade Families: Please review the following information regarding the Ecology School overnight field trip this week, schedule, med drop-off, etc. at the following link: https://5il.co/3ppam
3 days ago, Joe Mastraccio
Please view the SMS Family Newsletter for September at the following link : https://5il.co/3p9uf
12 days ago, Audree Sheldon
🌟 Congratulations to Sanford Middle School's Diana Allen! She was honored at the Maine Department of Education Summit in August for receiving the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching - the nation's highest honor for K-12 science educators.
Diana was one of only 336 teachers nationwide to receive this recognition. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2397194
12 days ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2397194

Attention SMS Parents...two important announcements:
A reminder that tomorrow (Wednesday 9/3) is a regular student day ending at 2:20.

Grade 7 Parents: Please sign your child up for the Ecology School field trip if you have not already done so. Use the following link to select the appropriate session and follow the steps as 7th grade students will attend during the week of September 15th for two nights: https://5il.co/3p29a

15 days ago, Joe Mastraccio
Attention 7th Grade Parents: Please view the Ecology School signup instructions. We will discuss this further tonight at the parent meeting at SMS at 7:00PM: https://5il.co/3oqei
21 days ago, Joe Mastraccio
Registration is open for Sanford Middle School Fall Sports! You can register through the SMS website.
https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-middle-school/page/sports
22 days ago, Sanford School Department
Registration is open for Sanford Middle School Fall Sports! You can register through the SMS website. Also, make sure you check out the information night on Wednesday, August 27th, at SMS. https://www.sanford.org/o/sanford-middle-school/page/sports
Upcoming Information Update from Sanford Middle School :
-Student Medication Drop-offs : 8/26 & 8/27 from 8am-2pm.
-Fall Sports Registration is now open. Tryouts and practices begin on Monday, September 8th. Please use the following link to sign up your student athlete. https://students.arbitersports.com/sanford-high-school-and-middle-school/sanford-middle-school-athletic-registration-fall-2025
-SMS Open House on 8/27 : 5th & 6th grade class visit : 5pm-6pm. 7th & 8th grade class visit: 6pm-7pm.
Sports Information Meeting for 6th - 8th graders at 6pm in Cafe.
Ecology School Informational Meeting for 7th grade parents at 7pm in Cafe.


26 days ago, Audree Sheldon
Attention SMS Parents & Guardians, please view attached letter on Back to School information at the following link:
https://5il.co/3nhox
about 1 month ago, Audree Sheldon
Continuing to recognize our retiring staff... Congratulations to Anders Larson on his retirement after many years of teaching Social Studies at Sanford Middle School! Throughout his career, Anders has helped students understand history and develop critical thinking skills. Thank you for inspiring young minds! 📖
2 months ago, Sanford School Department
Continuing to recognize our retiring staff... Congratulations to Anders Larson on his retirement after many years of teaching Social Studies at Sanford Middle School! Throughout his career, Anders has helped students understand history and develop critical thinking skills. Thank you for inspiring young minds! 📖
The SMS Theatre Troupe is offering a Summer Camp from July 7th to July 10th at SPAC from 8 until 12, open to all students who were in grades 5-8 this past school year. See the link below for more information or to register your child. Registration closes on July 1. E-mail abellefeuille@sanford.org with questions or for more information. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecpNsYy2ScGuDRVbavgioCdgzWMiIBi5D0faTlriKhDUBY9g/viewform
3 months ago, Audree Sheldon
Sanford Middle School’s Fishing Club wrapped up an amazing first season with over 25 students from 5th through 8th grade! What started as one student's idea became a reality thanks to Social Worker Brent Coleman, who listened when a student wished the school had a fishing club. 🌟 The best part? The Sanford Police Department stepped up in a huge way! They purchased individual fishing poles for each club member to keep as their own, plus donated all the equipment needed. School Resource Officer Joe Jourdain even volunteered his time as a club facilitator.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford Middle School’s Fishing Club wrapped up an amazing first season with over 25 students from 5th through 8th grade! What started as one student's idea became a reality thanks to Social Worker Brent Coleman, who listened when a student wished the school had a fishing club. 🌟 The best part? Our incredible Sanford Police Department stepped up in a huge way! They purchased individual fishing poles for each club member to keep as their own, plus donated all the equipment needed. School Resource Officer Joe Jourdain even volunteered his time as a club facilitator.
🐕💙 What a pawsome year it's been at Sanford Middle School! We want to give a huge shout-out to our amazing therapy dog team from the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk who have been brightening our students' days with bi-weekly visits all year long. A special thank you to Butterscotch, our sweet yellow lab, and his wonderful handler Karen, along with Boots, our friendly labradoodle, and his caring handler Amy.
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
🐕💙 What a pawsome year it's been at Sanford Middle School! We want to give a huge shout-out to our amazing therapy dog team from the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk who have been brightening our students' days with bi-weekly visits all year long. A special thank you to Butterscotch, our sweet yellow lab, and his wonderful handler Karen, along with Boots, our friendly labradoodle, and his caring handler Amy.
🐕💙 What a pawsome year it's been at Sanford Middle School! We want to give a huge shout-out to our amazing therapy dog team from the Animal Welfare Society in Kennebunk who have been brightening our students' days with bi-weekly visits all year long. A special thank you to Butterscotch, our sweet yellow lab, and his wonderful handler Karen, along with Boots, our friendly labradoodle, and his caring handler Amy.
Sanford Middle School student Xyla Kurz has won the Secretary of State's Eighth Grade Citizenship Award for her exceptional leadership, community service, and acts of kindness. Whether she's in theater, band, or the Civil Rights Team, Xyla shows up for her community in meaningful ways! Read all about it: https://www.sanford.org/article/2256264
3 months ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/2256264
This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our schools in their caps and gowns! The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School. What a heartwarming tradition! Seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.
4 months ago, Sanford School Department
This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our community schools in their caps and gowns! The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School. What a heartwarming tradition! Our seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.
This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our community schools in their caps and gowns! The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School. What a heartwarming tradition! Our seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.
This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our community schools in their caps and gowns! The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School. What a heartwarming tradition! Our seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.
This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our community schools in their caps and gowns! The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School. What a heartwarming tradition! Our seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.
This morning, Sanford High School Class of 2025 made their ceremonial walk through our community schools in their caps and gowns! The graduates visited Sanford Middle School, Sanford Pride Elementary, Carl J. Lamb Elementary, and Margaret Chase Smith Elementary before finishing their journey at Sanford High School. What a heartwarming tradition! Our seniors got to reconnect with former teachers who helped shape their journey, while current students lined the hallways cheering and celebrating the Class of 2025.
Fifteen 8th grade JMG students returned from their Adventure Trip! Over two days, they toured UMA Bangor's vet and dental programs, explored the Cole Transportation Museum, interviewed military veterans, completed a NASA mission simulation, and joined 250+ students from across Maine at Thomas College. Five Sanford Middle School students won STATEWIDE awards (only 15-20 given per award out of 250 students!) Congratulations to: 🎖️ Leadership Awards: Jarezz Jackson, Ayanna Bissell-Moores & Gemma Sigouin 🎖️ Magnanimitas Awards (Greatness of Spirit): Izzy Burns & River Dee
4 months ago, Sanford School Department
Fifteen 8th grade JMG students returned from their Adventure Trip! Over two days, they toured UMA Bangor's vet and dental programs, explored the Cole Transportation Museum, interviewed military veterans, completed a NASA mission simulation, and joined 250+ students from across Maine at Thomas College. Five Sanford Middle School students won STATEWIDE awards (only 15-20 given per award out of 250 students!) Congratulations to: 🎖️ Leadership Awards: Jarezz Jackson, Ayanna Bissell-Moores & Gemma Sigouin 🎖️ Magnanimitas Awards (Greatness of Spirit): Izzy Burns & River Dee
Fifteen 8th grade JMG students returned from their Adventure Trip! Over two days, they toured UMA Bangor's vet and dental programs, explored the Cole Transportation Museum, interviewed military veterans, completed a NASA mission simulation, and joined 250+ students from across Maine at Thomas College. Five Sanford Middle School students won STATEWIDE awards (only 15-20 given per award out of 250 students!) Congratulations to: 🎖️ Leadership Awards: Jarezz Jackson, Ayanna Bissell-Moores & Gemma Sigouin 🎖️ Magnanimitas Awards (Greatness of Spirit): Izzy Burns & River Dee
Fifteen 8th grade JMG students returned from their Adventure Trip! Over two days, they toured UMA Bangor's vet and dental programs, explored the Cole Transportation Museum, interviewed military veterans, completed a NASA mission simulation, and joined 250+ students from across Maine at Thomas College. Five Sanford Middle School students won STATEWIDE awards (only 15-20 given per award out of 250 students!) Congratulations to: 🎖️ Leadership Awards: Jarezz Jackson, Ayanna Bissell-Moores & Gemma Sigouin 🎖️ Magnanimitas Awards (Greatness of Spirit): Izzy Burns & River Dee
Congratulations to our very own Erica Scarano who was selected to conduct the MMEA District 3 Honor Band for 7th and 8th graders! Chosen by her peers from 33 school districts and private schools, Ms. Scarano led talented young musicians through intensive rehearsals culminating in a spectacular concert at Lisbon High School. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2183094
4 months ago, Sanford School Department
Congratulations to our very own Ms. Erica Scarano who was selected to conduct the MMEA District 3 Honor Band for 7th and 8th graders! Chosen by her peers from 33 school districts and private schools, Ms. Scarano led talented young musicians through intensive rehearsals culminating in a spectacular concert at Lisbon High School. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2183094
Three of our amazing Sanford Middle School students represented our community at Girls' Day at the State House in Augusta! 🏛️ Xyla Kurz, Jay Bouley-Capprotta, and Sophia Guy were specially selected for this leadership opportunity where they met with lawmakers, learned how government works, and connected with other young leaders from across Maine. Click the link to read our full article about these impressive young women and their State House experience! 👉 https://www.sanford.org/article/2196134
4 months ago, Sanford School Department
Three of our amazing Sanford Middle School students represented our community at Girls' Day at the State House in Augusta! 🏛️ Xyla Kurz, Jay Bouley-Capprotta, and Sophia Guy were specially selected for this leadership opportunity where they met with lawmakers, learned how government works, and connected with other young leaders from across Maine. Click the link to read our full article about these impressive young women and their State House experience! 👉 https://www.sanford.org/article/2196134
SMS Sports Notification: Boys Lacrosse game is canceled for today 5/7. No practice. Sports rescheduled games: 7th grade baseball and softball will take place 5/8 at TA at the regularly scheduled times. (3:45)
4 months ago, Audree Sheldon
📣 HAPPENING TOMORROW! 📣 Sanford Middle School presents: 🎵 5th & 6th GRADE SPRING BAND & CHORUS CONCERT 🎵 📅 Date: TOMORROW - Wednesday, May 7th ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM 📍 Location: Performing Arts Center Come support our Sanford Middle School students as they demonstrate their musical growth and artistic expression!
4 months ago, Sanford School Department