Sanford Middle School

Tuesday 5/13 Announcements

May 13, 2025

*Doctor Who club will be meeting today in Ms. Hanson's room until 4pm. *Tomorrow night is the 7 th /8 th grade Spring Chorus and Band Concert at the Sanford Performing Arts Cente...

Monday 5/12 Announcements

May 12, 2025

*All JMG and Student Leadership Team students who are attending the leadership summit at UNE today, make sure you've checked into homeroom, then come to the front lobby after anno...

Friday 5/9 Announcements

May 9, 2025

*4th Quarter Progress Report grades close for students today. *SOS will meet this morning in the cafe after announcements. *Have you ordered your SMS 24/25 yearbook yet? You...

Thursday 5/8 Announcements

May 8, 2025

*7th grade baseball and softball will be having normal practice today. *Congratulations to the 5th Grade Band and Chorus and 6th Grade Band on a lovely performance at last nigh...

Wednesday 5/7 Announcements

May 7, 2025

Boys Lacrosse game has been canceled for today . It’s School Nurse Appreciation day!! Shout out to Nurse Gray for taking such good care of all of our staff and students every si...

Three Sanford Middle School students recently participated in the prestigious Girls' Day at the State House event in Augusta on April 29th. Xyla Kurz, Jay Bouley-Capprotta, and Sophia Guy joined other nominated girls from across Maine for this special educational opportunity. The program included both online preparatory sessions and a full day of in-person activities at the State House. Participants learned about the legislative process, including how bills become laws, and had valuable opportunities to speak with elected officials, policy professionals, activists, and organizers. "I really liked getting to know some other peoples thoughts on why or why not we should have high schools start later and just learn new things," said Sophia Guy about her experience. "I met a lot of leaders I would never have met!" The students appreciated the virtual portion as well. "We got to kind of know some of the people that were also going to be there and some of the group leaders that were going to be there ahead of time," Guy said. According to School Counselor Ms. Quartararo, "These girls were chosen through nominations from their teachers and staff at SMS. It was an impressive honor to be chosen and then of course they followed through with their leadership qualities during the virtual meetings and the powerful in-person day at the capitol. They made us all proud." The Girls' Day at the State House program provides young women with insights into government and leadership while fostering connections with peers and mentors across the state.

Sanford Middle School Leaders Shine at Girls' Day at State House

May 6, 2025

Three Sanford Middle School students recently participated in the prestigious Girls' Day at the State House event in Augusta on April 29th. Xyla Kurz, Jay Bouley-Capprotta, and So...

Tuesday 5/6 Announcements

May 6, 2025

*Sports Notification: All sport practices are ON for today, EXCEPT Track and Field practice is cancelled. *Quarter 4 Progress Reports grades for students close on Friday! *Stud...

Monday 5/5 Announcements

May 5, 2025

*Girls and Boys LACROSSE games and practices ALL canceled for today. B oys and Girls Lacrosse games are cancelled. 7th Grade Baseball and Softball Games are cancelled ...

Sign-ups to help with Teacher Appreciation Week!

May 2, 2025

Here’s the link to signup to help: https://www.perfectpotluck.com/MRUH7884?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ25AtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2RTJQcWRqemZBdlRTaGNZAR6N3fEdOA8GeZzlfA_x1IKjlcIdHVDmYKF...

Sanford Middle School music teacher Erica Scarano recently achieved a significant professional milestone by serving as guest conductor for the Maine Music Educators Association (MMEA) District 3 Honor Band for 7th and 8th graders. Selected by a vote of her peers from across the 33 school districts and private schools in MMEA District 3, Ms. Scarano was entrusted with the prestigious responsibility of conducting the talented young musicians who earned spots in this select ensemble through competitive auditions. After carefully selecting repertoire for the group during the fall, Scarano met with the student musicians for intensive rehearsals on April 4-5 at Lisbon High School. The two-day event culminated in a successful concert featuring four pieces performed to a capacity audience. "These two days were humbling, affirming, invigorating, fun, and emotional for me," said Ms. Scarano. "I had a great time working with the awesome students and teachers in District 3." The honor band performance was complemented by an honors chorus presentation, conducted by a guest director from Massachusetts. Ms. Scarano's selection as guest conductor highlights the high regard in which her musical expertise and teaching abilities are held by fellow educators throughout the region. Sanford Middle School can take pride in having such an accomplished music educator inspiring our students every day.

Sanford Middle School's Erica Scarano Selected to Conduct District 3 Honor Band

May 1, 2025

Sanford Middle School music teacher Erica Scarano recently achieved a significant professional milestone by serving as guest conductor for the Maine Music Educators Association (M...

Thursday 5/1 Announcements

May 1, 2025

NATIONAL SCHOOL PRINCIPAL DAY!! Shout out to Mrs. Crosby for all she does for all of us here at SMS! Thank you for all you do! *No Civil Rights Team meeting today. ...

Wednesday 4/30 Announcements

April 30, 2025

*5 th and 6 th graders will be attending Beauty and Beast Jr. this morning at the High School. Please wait for your room to be called to load the busses. *The Library is cl...

Students had a blast during our recent Wellness Fair, which was packed with engaging and hands-on activities that promoted health, safety, and social-emotional learning. They explored a variety of exciting sessions, including fire safety demonstrations, cosmetology tips, and interactive presentations from JMG, our School Resource Officer, and local EMTs. The smoothie bike was a big hit, letting students pedal their way to a healthy treat, while others enjoyed planting seeds, learning about bike safety, and participating in creative SEL activities. The day wrapped up with a lively and meaningful assembly with local legend, Marvin, focused on our theme of the month—cooperation—bringing everyone together to celebrate teamwork, community, and wellness.

Sanford Middle School Students Participate in Margaret Chase Smith Wellness Fair

April 29, 2025

Margaret Chase Smith Students had a blast during its recent Wellness Fair, which was packed with engaging and hands-on activities that promoted health, safety, and social-emotiona...

Tuesday 4/29 Announcements

April 29, 2025

* 7 th and 8 th Grade level meetings happening this morning in the Cafeteria. Please have students lined up to enter the café at your assigned time per Mr. Baileys email. *No...

Teacher Appreciation Week is coming!

April 28, 2025

Teacher Appreciation week is May 5th - 9th. Here’s the link for signups if you are able to help out our PTA ! https://www.perfectpotluck.com/MRUH7884?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ25AtleHRuA2...

Monday 4/28 Announcements

April 28, 2025

*Grade level meetings happening this morning in the Cafeteria. Please have students lined up to enter the café at your assigned time per Mr. Baileys email. *NO Lego Club today....

Sanford Middle School Newsletter

April 25, 2025

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Sanford Middle School students recently demonstrated their financial savvy in a statewide stock market competition, with an impressive five students placing in the top 10 across the entire state. The six-week competition, which began in early 2025, gave students $100,000 in virtual money to invest in the stock market. The challenge? Do what investors everywhere try to accomplish: buy low and sell high. Matthew Bourassa claimed the first-place position in the competition, winning $100 and a box of prizes. His fellow Sanford Middle School students followed close behind, with Jacob Hill taking second place ($75 and prizes), Izzy Burns securing third, Jarezz Jackson in fourth, and Madi Dulle rounding out the school's showing at sixth. "I was definitely pretty excited. I was really happy because I was hoping I would win," Matthew said about his first-place finish. "I wasn't expecting to win at all. I was in like 40th place, I think, the day before." What changed his fortunes? A volatile market day and some timely advice from SMS Jobs For Maine Graduates (JMG) teacher Tara Houle. "The stock market, everything just went crazy, and Miss Houlel told us all to sell," Matthew explained. "So I sold, and I woke up the next morning, checked my ranking... I was in first." The competition tracks two different rankings - one for all schools in the state and another for all individual participants. Matthew achieved first place in the overall individual rankings, an impressive feat considering the competition included students from colleges and high schools as well. Fellow eighth-grader Izzy also participated in the competition, sharing that the experience wasn't always predictable. "Honestly, I thought I was going to go down in rank because I was buying a lot of things that were going down," Izzy said. The students joined the competition as part of their financial literacy education, where they've been learning about savings, checking, investing, debit, credit, and other financial concepts before participating in the stock market game. According to the students, Sanford Middle School joined the competition shortly after the presidential election, which they believed gave them certain advantages in their investment strategies. When asked about the most enjoyable part of the competition, Matthew didn't hesitate: "Definitely the day I placed first." Izzy added that she enjoyed "taking the chances" involved in stock market investing. Both students emphasized that the biggest lesson they learned was to "trust your gut" and follow the classic investment advice: "buy low and sell high."

Sanford' Middle School's Matthew Bourassa Wins State Stock Market Game; Four Classmates Join Him in Top 10

April 24, 2025

Sanford Middle School students recently demonstrated their financial savvy in a statewide stock market competition, with an impressive five students placing in the top 10 across ...

Seventh-grade students at Sanford Middle School participated in the annual "JA in a Day: Economics for Success" program on Wednesday. The day-long event immersed students in essential financial literacy concepts as they rotated through interactive sessions designed to prepare them for future financial independence. "Sanford Middle School has been partnering with the organization Jr. Achievement of Maine for over 10 years," explains social studies teacher Erin Barry. "Jr. Achievement pairs volunteers from the business community with classrooms to teach students lessons about personal finance. These lessons include topics such as credit scores, budgeting, saving and spending, etc... These authentic lessons prepare students for financial success in the real world." The program brought financial professionals from the local community into classrooms, including representatives from Tyler Technologies, Atlantic Federal Credit Union, Partners Bank, United Way, and Kennebunk Savings Bank. These volunteers guided students through practical workshops focusing on budgeting, distinguishing between needs and wants, understanding credit, and planning for future income. "When you live on your own, you'll find that very little things are going to be free," one volunteer explained to students during a session on essential versus non-essential expenses. This revelation sparked thoughtful discussions as students began to grasp the financial responsibilities of adulthood. Students explored important questions about saving, spending, and career planning throughout the day. Volunteers shared personal experiences from their professional journeys, emphasizing how skills and interests can translate into career paths. The presentations encouraged students to reflect on their own strengths and consider how these might shape their future opportunities. The social studies department coordinated the event as part of the school's ongoing commitment to financial education. Department members prepared all materials in advance and ensured students were ready to engage with presenters throughout the day's four sessions: Managing My Money, Paying For My Needs and Wants, My Credit and Spending, and Planning For My Future Income. As students moved from session to session between 8:30 am and 1:05 pm, they gained valuable insights into the connections between education, career choices, and financial well-being—essential knowledge that complements the school's own financial literacy curriculum and provides practical context for academic learning.

Sanford Middle School Students Navigate Financial Futures with Junior Achievement

April 23, 2025

Seventh-grade students at Sanford Middle School participated in the annual "JA in a Day: Economics for Success" program on Wednesday. The day-long event immersed students in esse...

Friday 4/18 Announcements

April 18, 2025

*NO School next week!!! Have a great break!!! *Girls Lacrosse practice is canceled for today. *Today is FUN day for all grade levels. Please let students know their location t...