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The Sanford community came together on Tuesday, March 12th, to fill the stands of Partner's Bank Gymnasium at Sanford High School for the 35th Annual Sanford Band Fest Concert.   This event served as a platform to showcase the musical talents of students enrolled in band classes spanning grades 5 through 12.  Under the direction of 5th grade and 6th grade music director Dee Ames, the evening commenced with captivating performances by the 5th and 6th grade bands.   The 5th graders delighted the audience with renditions of "Take Five," "Hot Cross Buns," "Au Claire de la Lune," "On the Bridge at Avignon," and "Surprise Symphony."   Following suit, the 6th Grade Band delivered renditions of "Tornado" and "Rock Around the Clock."  Guided by music director Erica Scarano, the 7th and 8th graders performed next. The 7th Graders led off with "Plaza de Toros" and concluded with "Ancient Moon."  The 8th graders then took over with renditions of "Midnight Escape" and "Shipwrecked."  Stepping into the limelight following the 8th grade performers, the high school band, led by SHS music director Hailey Francoeur, delivered renditions of "Steel" and "Jungle Dance."  The evening's finale was a combined performance of Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, with all three instructors and SHS junior Quang Lam conducting together.
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Several of Ms. Coveney’s 8th grade students participated in a creative writing contest.   The students' stories were chosen for publication.  Congratulations to Allie Herring, Arella Burnell, Gianna Garneau, Kenley Winchell, Natalie Nadeau, and Olivia Palmer.  Each student wrote a mini saga of 100 words for the contest sponsored by Young Writers USA.
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Sanford Middle School's cafeteria was buzzing with excitement and anticipation on Thursday, March 7th, as students, teachers, and families gathered for Sanford's Got Talent 2024 show.  Organized by the school's JMG program, the event showcased the talents of the school's students in a variety of performances, including dance routines, vocal showcases, drum solos, ventriloquist acts, keyboard solos, and more. The evening kicked off with an impressive array of performances, each demonstrating the creativity and skill of Sanford Middle School's student body. Congratulations to the following students who performed: Anthony Flayhan, Ziva Green, Shaneece Liscombe, Jaslinn Johnson, Kelsey Howard, Lyrie Westgate, Emma Higgins, Anna Held, Zoie Kraus, Kayleb McKinlay, Chloe Griffin, Madison Causer, Kaylee Kivlin, Arella Burnell, Aubrey Janosek, Natalie Nadeu, Claire Davie, Emma Beers, Kaelyn Gallant, Violet Kirven, Jeanna Robicheau, Kenna Robinson, and Ariana Young. The show was divided into two sections, with an intermission allowing the audience to grab refreshments and beverages at the concessions table.  Volunteer judges Ms. Allen, Mr. Sanborn, Mrs. Brown, Ms. Farley, and Ms. Scarano lent their expertise to the event, providing valuable feedback and helping to select the evening's performers.  Raffle prizes were drawn towards the end of the evening. Finally, an awards ceremony was held to recognize the outstanding performances of several students.
On Saturday, March 9th, 6th grade students from Sanford Middle School participated in the District Honors Music Festival at York High School.  The band and chorus were made up of students from 11 schools in southern Maine.  Congratulations to the following students who participated: Kaylee Dube, Haley Gahagan, Sophia O'Connell, Cierra McInerney, Elyse White, Caleb Smith, Emma Higgins, and Eamon McGuckin-Welsch.
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