Young Journalists Make Their Mark at Sanford Middle School! 📰 Exciting things are happening at SMS with the launch of "The SMS Times" student newspaper! Started in February under the guidance of Chambree Kumka, these journalists are already making an impact - from getting broken water fountains fixed to covering school sports and events. Fifth-graders like Henry, Ivy, Tanner, Luke and others are learning valuable skills in writing, interviewing, and meeting deadlines while reporting on issues that matter to them. The first edition featured sports coverage, club spotlights, school events, and even investigative reporting! Ms. Kumka hopes to expand the team to include more students from all grade levels in future editions. Click the link to read the full article about these impressive young reporters and their growing publication: https://www.sanford.org/article/2071066
6 months ago, Sanford School Department
Young Journalists Make Their Mark at Sanford Middle School! 📰 Exciting things are happening at SMS with the launch of "The SMS Times" student newspaper! Started in February under the guidance of Chambree Kumka, these journalists are already making an impact - from getting broken water fountains fixed to covering school sports and events. Fifth-graders like Henry, Ivy, Tanner, Luke and others are learning valuable skills in writing, interviewing, and meeting deadlines while reporting on issues that matter to them. The first edition featured sports coverage, club spotlights, school events, and even investigative reporting! Ms. Kumka hopes to expand the team to include more students from all grade levels in future editions. Click the link to read the full article about these impressive young reporters and their growing publication: https://www.sanford.org/article/2071066
Young Journalists Make Their Mark at Sanford Middle School! 📰 Exciting things are happening at SMS with the launch of "The SMS Times" student newspaper! Started in February under the guidance of Chambree Kumka, these journalists are already making an impact - from getting broken water fountains fixed to covering school sports and events. Fifth-graders like Henry, Ivy, Tanner, Luke and others are learning valuable skills in writing, interviewing, and meeting deadlines while reporting on issues that matter to them. The first edition featured sports coverage, club spotlights, school events, and even investigative reporting! Ms. Kumka hopes to expand the team to include more students from all grade levels in future editions. Click the link to read the full article about these impressive young reporters and their growing publication: https://www.sanford.org/article/2071066
Young Journalists Make Their Mark at Sanford Middle School! 📰 Exciting things are happening at SMS with the launch of "The SMS Times" student newspaper! Started in February under the guidance of Chambree Kumka, these journalists are already making an impact - from getting broken water fountains fixed to covering school sports and events. Fifth-graders like Henry, Ivy, Tanner, Luke and others are learning valuable skills in writing, interviewing, and meeting deadlines while reporting on issues that matter to them. The first edition featured sports coverage, club spotlights, school events, and even investigative reporting! Ms. Kumka hopes to expand the team to include more students from all grade levels in future editions. Click the link to read the full article about these impressive young reporters and their growing publication: https://www.sanford.org/article/2071066
Young Journalists Make Their Mark at Sanford Middle School! 📰 Exciting things are happening at SMS with the launch of "The SMS Times" student newspaper! Started in February under the guidance of Chambree Kumka, these journalists are already making an impact - from getting broken water fountains fixed to covering school sports and events. Fifth-graders like Henry, Ivy, Tanner, Luke and others are learning valuable skills in writing, interviewing, and meeting deadlines while reporting on issues that matter to them. The first edition featured sports coverage, club spotlights, school events, and even investigative reporting! Ms. Kumka hopes to expand the team to include more students from all grade levels in future editions. Click the link to read the full article about these impressive young reporters and their growing publication: https://www.sanford.org/article/2071066
Young Journalists Make Their Mark at Sanford Middle School! 📰 Exciting things are happening at SMS with the launch of "The SMS Times" student newspaper! Started in February under the guidance of Chambree Kumka, these journalists are already making an impact - from getting broken water fountains fixed to covering school sports and events. Fifth-graders like Henry, Ivy, Tanner, Luke and others are learning valuable skills in writing, interviewing, and meeting deadlines while reporting on issues that matter to them. The first edition featured sports coverage, club spotlights, school events, and even investigative reporting! Ms. Kumka hopes to expand the team to include more students from all grade levels in future editions. Click the link to read the full article about these impressive young reporters and their growing publication: https://www.sanford.org/article/2071066
You're invited to the SMS Talent Show happening TONIGHT in the school cafeteria! WHEN: Tonight! Doors open at 4:30pm, show starts at 5:00pm WHERE: SMS Cafeteria Come witness amazing students showcase their incredible talents! The evening will feature: - Performances from wonderful SMS students - Your favorite faculty members serving as celebrity judges
6 months ago, Sanford School Department
❄️ HITTING THE SLOPES! Sanford Middle School's newest adventure has students swooshing down Pleasant Mountain! ⛷️🏂 A few Sanford Middle School students have been making Tuesday evenings magical at the mountain through our new ski and snowboard club. From beginners mastering the chairlift to experienced skiers finding their favorite runs, students of ALL skill levels are having a blast! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2052454
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
❄️ HITTING THE SLOPES! Sanford Middle School's newest adventure has students swooshing down Pleasant Mountain! ⛷️🏂 A few Sanford Middle School students have been making Tuesday evenings magical at the mountain through our new ski and snowboard club. From beginners mastering the chairlift to experienced skiers finding their favorite runs, students of ALL skill levels are having a blast! Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/2052454
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
Last night, our Sanford Performing Arts Center was filled with beautiful music as students from grades 4-12 came together for our annual Spring Sing concert! From the energetic opening by the Spartan Show Choir performing "I'm Still Standing" to the powerful finale of "Oye" by our high school vocalists, the evening showcased the incredible talent and hard work of our young musicians. A special shoutout to all the parents, family members, and community supporters who filled the auditorium and cheered on our performers! A full video recording of the concert will be available for those who couldn't attend or would like to relive the magic. Stay tuned for details!
TONIGHT! Join us for "Spring Sing" - Sanford/Springvale's All-Town Chorus Concert! 📆 Date: Wednesday, March 5 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Sanford Performing Arts Center Come experience the harmonious voices of our community's talented singers as they welcome the spring season with beautiful melodies! The All-Town Chorus brings together vocalists from across Sanford and Springvale for this special evening of music.
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford Middle School spring sports registration is now open for the following sports: 7th and 8th Grade Softball and Baseball, 7th and 8th grade Boys' and Girls' lacrosse, and 6th-8th grade Boys' and Girls' Track and Field. Tryouts/Practices will begin Monday, April 14th. 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-spring-sports-2025
7 months ago, Audree Sheldon
Sanford High School will be holding an informational evening for parents and guardians of the Class of 2029 on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The event will focus on course selection options for incoming freshmen. The session will take place from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Sanford Performing Arts Center. Following the discussion, tours of the high school facilities will be available from 7:00-7:30 PM for students and their families. This event provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to learn about academic pathways and course offerings before their children begin high school in the fall.
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford High School will be holding an informational evening for parents and guardians of the Class of 2029 on Thursday, March 6, 2025. The event will focus on course selection options for incoming freshmen. The session will take place from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Sanford Performing Arts Center, located on the school campus. Following the discussion, tours of the high school facilities will be available from 7:00-7:30 PM for students and their families. This event provides an opportunity for parents and guardians to learn about academic pathways and course offerings before their children begin high school in the fall.
Please view the SMS Family Newsletter for March at the following link: https://5il.co/38y54
7 months ago, Audree Sheldon
Did you know the same algebra your child is learning in class helps keep you safe at traffic intersections? Sanford Middle School students discovered exactly how their classroom learning transforms into real-world solutions! Transportation systems engineer Mark Love from Engineers Teaching Algebra visited our Algebra and Geometry classes on February 10th, challenging students to design safe traffic intersections—a problem they tackled with enthusiasm!
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Did you know the same algebra your child is learning in class helps keep you safe at traffic intersections? Sanford Middle School students discovered exactly how their classroom learning transforms into real-world solutions! Transportation systems engineer Mark Love from Engineers Teaching Algebra visited our Algebra and Geometry classes on February 10th, challenging students to design safe traffic intersections—a problem they tackled with enthusiasm!
Sanford Middle School student Paityn Ricker and her 8th grade classmates continue to make waves with their innovative SnackDash program! Read more about their inspiring initiative in Seacoast Online's feature article by Shawn Sullivan. https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/york-star/2025/02/18/sanford-maine-middle-school-student-grant-snack-dash-food-inserurity/78466234007/?fbclid=IwY2xjawIhwRpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYj6vOnDbzBEOUh6lur7g8rRwAuEZMKVYs33Hw4CnLmDSg_yKF-AWnEARQ_aem_6FcDUuNs5exVNC6Q9Ke8iQ
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford Middle School JMG students had an incredible hands-on learning experience yesterday at the Sanford Police Department! Students got an inside look at law enforcement careers during their visit, where they engaged with local officers and learned about the important role police play in our community. They had the opportunity to explore specialized equipment and hear firsthand about what it takes to serve in law enforcement. A special thank you to the Sanford Police Department officers who took time to share their knowledge and experiences with our students.
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Sanford Middle School JMG students had an incredible hands-on learning experience yesterday at the Sanford Police Department! Students got an inside look at law enforcement careers during their visit, where they engaged with local officers and learned about the important role police play in our community. They had the opportunity to explore specialized equipment and hear firsthand about what it takes to serve in law enforcement. A special thank you to the Sanford Police Department officers who took time to share their knowledge and experiences with our students.
Sanford Middle School JMG students had an incredible hands-on learning experience yesterday at the Sanford Police Department! Students got an inside look at law enforcement careers during their visit, where they engaged with local officers and learned about the important role police play in our community. They had the opportunity to explore specialized equipment and hear firsthand about what it takes to serve in law enforcement. A special thank you to the Sanford Police Department officers who took time to share their knowledge and experiences with our students.
In case you missed it, Sanford Middle School science teacher Diana Allen was featured on WMTW for earning the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching! Watch the clip here: https://www.wmtw.com/article/sanford-maine-science-teacher-presidential-award/63707498
7 months ago, Sanford School Department
Please view the SMS Family Newsletter for February at the following link: https://5il.co/37a97
7 months ago, Audree Sheldon
The incredible story of Paityn Ricker's SnackDash program continues to spread! After an amazing response to our original story, WMTW picked up this inspiring example of student leadership. You can watch the story here: https://www.wmtw.com/article/maine-student-national-grant-feed-classmates/63454825
8 months ago, Sanford School Department
Congratulations to Officer Joe Jourdain, Sanford Middle School's School Resource Officer, on receiving the Wayne Drown Award from the Maine Association of Police! This award recognizes excellence in school-based policing and dedication to serving the school community. Learn more about how Officer Jourdain is making a difference in our students' lives: https://www.sanford.org/article/1995690
8 months ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/1995690
There's only one week left to nominate a teacher 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. Here is the link to the form: https://educatemaine.wufoo.com/forms/r1j4ry7j09it0gv/ 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!
8 months ago, Sanford School Department
Please read the following letter from Principal Crosby regarding the upcoming Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey: https://5il.co/35u3e
8 months ago, Audree Sheldon
Congratulations to Sanford Middle School's Diana Allen, who has been selected for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching! Read more here to learn about her incredible journey and this prestigious national recognition: https://www.sanford.org/article/1977727
8 months ago, Sanford School Department
https://www.sanford.org/article/1977727
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. Here is the link to the form: https://educatemaine.wufoo.com/forms/r1j4ry7j09it0gv/ 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!
8 months ago, Sanford School Department
Meet Paityn, the 7th grader making sure no student goes hungry at Sanford Middle School! Her "SnackDash" project just won a national grant to help provide free snacks between meals. Talk about student leadership in action! 💪 Through the school's JMG program, Paityn noticed some classmates struggling to focus between breakfast and lunch. Her solution? Create a program ensuring every student has access to healthy snacks throughout the day. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/1961590
8 months ago, Sanford School Department
Meet Paityn, the 7th grader making sure no student goes hungry at Sanford Middle School! Her "SnackDash" project just won a national grant to help provide free snacks between meals. Talk about student leadership in action! 💪 Through her school's JMG program, Paityn noticed some classmates struggling to focus between breakfast and lunch. Her solution? Create a program ensuring every student has access to healthy snacks throughout the day. Read more about it here: https://www.sanford.org/article/1961590