Sanford Middle School

Wednesday 5/29 Announcements

May 29, 2024

WEDNESDAY, May 29th RED DAY *Track athletes will be heading over to the high school on the busses right after school, just like you do for practices at the high school. O...

At Sanford Middle School, things are looking brighter these days by way of yellow tulips in the front of the school! 8th grader Gianna Garneau from the JMG program had an idea in 7th grade to spread some kindness and positivity. She collaborated with the Yellow Tulip Project from Portland, Maine, a nationally recognized mental health awareness initiative. She became an ambassador for this program in Maine and brought it to Sanford. In October, the school counseling team and SMS Sources of Strength peer leaders planted about 40 tulip bulbs when it was dark and cold out, signifying people's struggles with mental health concerns. The idea was to hold onto hope through the hard winter, knowing things can improve with a bit of hope and help from others. This spring, SMS students checked the tulips weekly to ensure they were growing. Last Friday, as part of Mental Health Awareness Month, the counseling team coordinated gathering the student helping groups at SMS- Sources of Strength, Student Leadership Team, Civil Rights Team, JMG, and YANA - You Are Not Alone, a 5th grade club, along with the SMS Band and Chorus. We are proud of all our SMS students do to support one another through the ups and downs of middle school.

Sanford Middle School Yellow Tulip Project

May 28, 2024

At Sanford Middle School, things are looking brighter these days by way of yellow tulips in the front of the school! 8th grader Gianna Garneau from the JMG program had an idea i...

Tuesday 5/28 Announcements

May 28, 2024

TUESDAY, May 28th WHITE DAY *Students may come down to coach Allen’s room to sign up for their track meet events during Spartan time. Today’s practice is at the high...

Friday 5/24 Announcements

May 24, 2024

FRIDAY, May 24th RED DAY Congrats to our last BTC winners of the year! Please listen closely as it is a bit different today. It will be in the MULTI PURPOSE ROOM ...

Thursday 5/23 Announcements

May 23, 2024

THURSDAY, May 23rd WHITE DAY *5 th graders are headed to Hadlock Field today to watch the Sea Dogs! Please wait for your room to be called to load the busses. *T...

ESEA Public Comment

May 22, 2024

The Sanford School Department accepts funding through the Elementary and Secondary Act (ESEA) of 1965. As part of ESEA, the Sanford School Department is required to provide a re...

Wednesday 5/22 Announcements

May 22, 2024

WEDNESDAY, May 22nd RED DAY UPDATE: (10:18am) *Today's 7th Grade Softball and Baseball games have been moved to 4:30. Baseball players who need a place to stay until the...

Tuesday 5/21 Announcements

May 21, 2024

TUESDAY, May 21 st WHITE DAY *8 th grade will be attending the Mailboat Casco Bay Field Trip today! Please wait for your room to be called to load busses. *8th ...

The Elks’ Junior Teens of the Year Awards

May 20, 2024

Ysebella Mitchell and Luke Gendron have been named the 2024 Grade 8 Elks Award recipients at Sanford Middle School. The annual award recognizes outstanding 8th grade students' a...

Monday 5/20 Announcements

May 20, 2024

Monday, May 20 th RED DAY *Today is an 8th Grade Chorus day. It is also a Chorus day for 7th Grade students who are not in band. We will meet in the upstairs music roo...

Friday 5/17 Announcements

May 17, 2024

Friday, May 17, 2024 WHITE DAY HAT DAY! *We wanted to give a shout out to the JMG students who attended JMG's two day adventure on Wednesday and Thursday this week...

A group of Sanford Middle School students were recognized for their outstanding work in raising awareness about the dangers of drug use. 8th graders Adeline Fraser, Joshua Fogarty, and Allison Horton took home the top prize at the state level for their video, "Be Kind to Your Mind." The video contest, organized by the Maine Elks Association, challenged students across the state to create short films addressing the vital issue of drug awareness and prevention. On Saturday, May 4th, the triumphant trio attended the state Elks Banquet in Augusta, where they were honored for their remarkable achievement. During the event, their award-winning video, "Be Kind to Your Mind," was screened, allowing attendees to witness the students' powerful message and exceptional filmmaking skills.

Sanford Middle School 8th Graders Win State Drug Awareness Video Contest

May 16, 2024

A group of Sanford Middle School students were recognized for their outstanding work in raising awareness about the dangers of drug use. 8th graders Adeline Fraser, Joshua Fogart...

Two dozen students from Sanford Middle School in grades 5-8 recently had the opportunity to attend the 6th annual Middle School Student Leadership Summit at the University of New England in Biddeford. The summit allowed students to discuss important issues and develop leadership skills. Angela Avery, the SMS School Counseling Department Head, and 6th grade teacher Jenn Brown, the Student Leadership Team's Adviser, chaperoned students. "Our team of student leaders is incredible," Brown said. "They had a fantastic experience this year focusing on what motivates children and how it can influence their schools positively. Sanford Superintendent Matt Nelson was also part of a panel that met with students during the summit to hear their concerns, discuss important issues students felt were happening in schools and brainstorm ideas on how to improve their school experiences. "The presence of Mr. Nelson, who listened to them attentively, made them feel valued and validated their concerns," Brown said. "They felt proud of being from Sanford and were eager to create a positive impact. This year, they left with a sense of empowerment." The students joined peers from schools across southern Maine, including Saco, Thornton Academy Middle School, Kennebunk, Brunswick, Scarborough, Lisbon, and Biddeford. The summit included breakout sessions about motivation and goals for the future that helped our empower our students who attended. They participated in full group and breakout sessions on topics like "The Magic of Motivation," explored the UNE campus, and ate in the dining hall.

Sanford Middle School Students Attend UNE Leadership Summit

May 16, 2024

Two dozen students from Sanford Middle School in grades 5-8 recently had the opportunity to attend the 6th annual Middle School Student Leadership Summit at the University of New ...

Thursday 5/16 Announcements

May 16, 2024

Thursday, May 16, 2024 RED DAY * There is no STEAM team today. It is now over for the year. *Last night our track and field team competed against Marshwood and Wel...

Wednesday 5/15 Announcements

May 15, 2024

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 WHITE DAY *The book fair opens this morning. The library will only be open before homeroom to those who have money for the book fair. The best...

Tuesday 5/14 Announcements

May 14, 2024

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 RED DAY *Summer Theatre Camp is coming back to SMS this year and will be on July 8th through the 11th at the Performing Arts Center. This is a f...

Monday 5/13 Announcements

May 13, 2024

Monday, MAY 13th WHITE DAY *Summer Theatre Camp is coming back to SMS this year and will be on July 8th through the 11th at the Performing Arts Center. This is a fr...

The talented musicians of Sanford Middle School put on a fabulous show Thursday night at the Spring Concert held at the Performing Arts Center. The evening featured performances by the Jazz Band, 7th Grade Band, 8th Grade Band, and combined 6th-8th Grade Choir. The concert kicked off with the Jazz Band, led by director Erica Scarano. They got things going with "Apache," featuring a solo from student Sophia O'Connell on saxophone. The lively sounds of "El Taco Rocko" followed, with solos from Emma Higgins, Xyla Kurz, Elyse White, Cierra McInerney, Kiana Kinsey and Evan Lynch showcasing the band's versatility. Next up was the 7th Grade Band, taking the audience through pieces like "The Monster Under the Bed," "Chorale Elegant," and "Byzantine Dances." The 8th Grade Band followed with an impressive set including "Dance of the Shadows," "Loch Lomond," and the fast-paced "Mambo Cubano." After a brief intermission, the combined 6th-8th Grade Choir, under the direction of Justin Pietruch, captivated with their vocal performances. They opened with an energetic rendition of "Africa" before shifting gears with the inspirational "Imagine," which featured solos from Emma Higgins and Victoria Lapert. The choir showcased their range on the folk song "Shenandoah," highlighted by solos from Ziva Green and Jaslinn Johnson. They closed out the night by rocking the crowd with "Heavy." The musicians of Sanford Middle School clearly put in countless hours of practice and preparation. Their hard work and talents were on full display, making for a truly memorable evening of music and entertainment for the whole community.

Sanford Middle School 7th and 8th Grade Spring Concert

May 10, 2024

The talented musicians of Sanford Middle School put on a fabulous show Thursday night at the Spring Concert held at the Performing Arts Center. The evening featured performances b...

Friday 5/10 Announcements

May 10, 2024

Friday, MAY 10 TH RED DAY Teacher Appreciation Week!! *It's that time of year. Time to return all your library books. There are currently about 1000 ...

Thursday 5/9 Announcements

May 9, 2024

Thursday, MAY 9 TH WHITE DAY Teacher Appreciation Week!! *It's that time of year. Time to return all your library books. There are currently about 10...