Sanford Middle School students once again demonstrated an extraordinary spirit of giving through another successful Holiday Food Drive Competition. This annual tradition, organized by the school’s Jobs For Maine Graduates (JMG) Program, brought together students, teachers, and families to support those in need during the holiday season. The food drive was launched in response to a crucial need: creating and maintaining a food pantry at SMS that provides students with easy-to-prepare meals for evenings, weekends, and school breaks. This year, the initiative exceeded expectations, making a significant impact on the school community. Thanks to the efforts of SMS students, more than 40 Sanford families received complete Thanksgiving meal baskets, each including a turkey and all the traditional fixings. The students also ensured the SMS food pantry remained well-stocked to support students and families throughout the year. What makes this program particularly meaningful is its focus on providing foods that students can prepare themselves, ensuring they have access to nutritious meals even when parents are working or unavailable. The SMS food pantry remains accessible to all SMS students and families, continuing to serve as a vital resource for our community. The success of this year's food drive reflects the strong spirit of community and caring that defines Sanford Middle School. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the students, families, and staff who contributed to this important cause.

Sanford Middle School Food Drive Provides Thanksgiving Meals to Local Families

December 10, 2024
Sanford Middle School students once again demonstrated an extraordinary spirit of giving through another successful Holiday Food Drive Competition. This annual tradition, organi...
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Tuesday 12/10 Announcements

December 10, 2024
Tuesday, December 10 th *Good morning, Sanford Middle School friends! Our 12 Days of Good Attendance continues... School isn’t just about learning; it’s also about ...
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Monday 12/9/24 Announcements

December 9, 2024
Monday, December 9 th *Chess club today in Mr. Pyle's room 2211 in the 6th grade wing and will be in session from 2:15-3:15. T here will be an audition meeting ...
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The class creatively captured anchor Coy Wire's attention by spelling out his name in a drone photo and sending him a Sanford jersey signed by students. The class starts each day with CNN10 to study current events and enhance their geography skills. Special thanks to Sarah Schnell for providing drone photography expertise.

Sanford Middle School Social Studies Class Recognized on CNN 10

December 6, 2024
Students in Mr. Kumka's social studies class at Sanford Middle School recently received national recognition on CNN 10, a daily news program designed for students. The class cr...
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Friday 12/6 Morning Announcements

December 6, 2024
* Mr. Kumka's classes got Sanford Middle School a shoutout on CNN10 today!! *HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM STUDENT LEADERSHIP! WE ARE SELLING CANDY GRAMS! THAT'S RIGHT! SHOW YOUR FRIEND...
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Thursday, 12/5 Morning Announcement

December 5, 2024
* We are kicking off our 12 Days of Good Attendance competition!!! From now until Christmas Vacation let’s see which homeroom per grade level has the highest attendance- Each...
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Wednesday, 12/4 Announcements

December 4, 2024
*Civil rights team tomorrow until 3:30 in Ms. Winograd’s room 1236 *Student Leadership tomorrow until 3:20 *Mechanical Advantage Club tomorrow until 3:30 *Dungeons an...
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Tuesday, December 3 Announcements

December 3, 2024
* Beauty and the Beast Jr 2025 will have an audition meeting today until 3:30 in the cafeteria after school. * Math club will take place after school on today until 3:00 i...
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Monday, 12/2 Announcements

December 2, 2024
* Beauty and the Beast Jr 2025 will have an audition meeting today until 3:30 in the cafeteria after school. Students who were in either Moana Jr., The Little Mermaid and/or Anni...
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Tuesday 11/26 Announcements

November 26, 2024
Tuesday, November 26th **NO SCHOOL Wednesday thru Friday this week** Enjoy your break!! *8th Grade Band will rehearse during block 5 today! Please check in with your...
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Monday 11/25 Announcements

November 25, 2024
Monday, November 25th *NO Lego Club today. *Chess club today in Mr. Pyle's room 2211 in the 6th grade wing and will be in session from 2:15-3:15. *Beginning today, ...
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Friday 11/22 Announcements

November 22, 2024
Friday, November 22nd HAPPY FRIDAY! *Hey SMS! Our food drive is in the final stretch, and we need YOU to help us finish strong! Bring in bonus point items like Pasta...
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Thursday 11/21 Announcements

November 21, 2024
Thursday, November 21st The Parent Series scheduled for tonight has been canceled. A new date to be determined. * *8 th graders will be attending a field trip this mornin...
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Sanford Middle School Students Join Statewide Leadership Summit in Augusta

Sanford Middle School Students Join Statewide Leadership Summit in Augusta

November 20, 2024
Nearly twenty Sanford Middle School students recently participated in the Maine Youth Action Network’s Leadership Summit in Augusta, demonstrating their commitment to community ...
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Wednesday 11/20 Announcements

November 20, 2024
Wednesday, November 20 th * ED TECH APPRECIATION DAY!! WE LOVE OURS! *The Civil Rights Team needs you!! Come join an awesome group of students and adults working...
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Sanford Middle School joined communities across the nation in observing Red Ribbon Week recently, demonstrating their commitment to promoting drug-free living among youth. The school organized multiple engaging activities to reinforce this important message. Students had opportunities to make personal pledges toward living drug-free and show their support by adding stickers to a community pledge board. A highlight of this year's week was the vaping prevention panel designed specifically for sixth-grade students. The panel addressed critical issues facing today's youth, diving deep into why some students turn to vaping and how peer pressure influences these decisions. Experts discussed the science behind vaping's negative effects on developing brains, bodies, and emotional well-being. The interactive session also focused on positive alternatives, highlighting constructive ways to manage stress and anxiety, such as participating in sports, joining YMCA activities, and engaging in other healthy recreational pursuits. Students learned about available resources both within the school and the broader community, empowering them to seek help or support friends who might be struggling with substance use. Fifth-grade students participated in specialized classroom sessions focused on vaping prevention and developing strategies to respond to peer pressure, while seventh and eighth-grade students benefited from guest speaker presentations. Daily morning announcements shared messages about maintaining a healthy, drug-free lifestyle. Students participated in interactive activities including word searches and an "Above the Influence" clouds project. The school also showed their solidarity by wearing red on Wednesday. The week culminated with a powerful presentation by nationally recognized youth advocate Rob Holla, who spoke to seventh and eighth-grade students about the serious health risks of vaping. Drawing from his background as an X-ray technician, Holla combined medical knowledge with engaging, real-world examples that resonated with students. His presentation included video testimonials, statistics about vaping-related health risks, and practical information about free, confidential resources for those seeking help to quit. Holla's tech-savvy approach and ability to connect with young audiences helped make serious medical information accessible and memorable for middle school students. The success of Red Ribbon Week was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the school counseling team, including Angela Avery and Reuben Christie, along with Brent Coleman and outreach worker Cecilia Sirianni, who worked together to coordinate these important awareness and prevention activities for Sanford's middle school students.

Red Ribbon Week at Sanford Middle School

November 19, 2024
Sanford Middle School joined communities across the nation in observing Red Ribbon Week recently, demonstrating their commitment to promoting drug-free living among youth. The s...
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Tuesday 11/19 Announcements

November 19, 2024
Tuesday, November 19 th *Math club will take place today after school until 3:00. *Dragon Ball Z Club will meet today until 3pm. Please have rides ready at 3pm. ...
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Monday 11/18 Announcements

November 18, 2024
Monday, November 18 th *The Holiday Food Drive competition continues this week!!! Let’s fill those boxes!! In the 5th grade wing, the competition is pretty fierce. Remember...
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Pie Winners!

November 15, 2024
Top Pie Sellers were Kendrick Guillemette and Kya Owen!! They earned the opportunity to pie a teacher of their choice. A big thank you to Mr. Stefanilo and Mr. Pyle for being ...
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Friday 11/15 Announcements

November 15, 2024
Friday, November 15 th * Winter Sports Try-outs continue today after school! *Chess club will begin this Monday in Mr. Pyle's room 2211 in the 6th grade wing and will b...
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