Sanford School Department

Employee Spotlight

November 15, 2024

The Sanford School Department is spotlighting employees at all of our schools. If you know an employee who you feel should be highlighted, please email Sam Bonsey ( sbonsey@san...

Margaret Chase Smith Pre-K Students Share Family Learning Journey at Special Showcase

November 14, 2024

Mrs. Devine's Pre-K class at Margaret Chase Smith welcomed families on Wednesday afternoon for their first showcase of the year. Students proudly presented their month-long explor...

Curriculum Newsletter

November 14, 2024

Click here for the Sanford School Department's Curriculum Newsletter. Each edition brings essential updates about district programming, assessments, and upcoming events. This...

Sanford High School Theater Company to Present “12 ANGRY JURORS” at Sanford Performing Arts Center

November 14, 2024

Sanford High School Theater Company is set to captivate audiences with a powerful production of “12 Angry Jurors” at Sanford Performing Arts Center from November 22-24, 2024. Thi...

Dear Sanford School Department Parents and Guardians, Happy November! As winter approaches, I want to remind everyone of our weather-related protocols. When there is inclement weather, we work closely with local authorities, public works, transportation services, meteorologists, and nearby school districts to make informed decisions about school delays, early dismissals, or cancellations. Ensuring our students and staff’s safety is our top priority.

Inclement Weather Protocols

November 13, 2024

Dear Sanford School Department Parents and Guardians, Happy November! As winter approaches, I want to remind everyone of our weather-related protocols. When there is inclemen...

Anti-Vaping Expert Rob Holla Speaks to Sanford Middle School Students

November 12, 2024

Nationally recognized youth advocate Rob Holla spoke to Sanford Middle School's 7th and 8th-grade students on Friday, November 8th, about the serious health risks of vaping and th...

Holiday Assistance For Sanford Families

November 12, 2024

Looking for help with holiday gifts and meals? Several local organizations in the Sanford area are stepping up to ensure every family can celebrate this holiday season. Here's wha...

Sanford Pride Fourth-Graders Honor Veterans Through Song at Local Nursing Home

November 9, 2024

Sanford Pride Elementary's fourth-grade chorus brought joy to Pinnacle Health and Rehab Nursing Facility Friday morning, uniting the school department's young musicians with loca...

Students, staff, and community members gathered at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School for a Veterans Day celebration that combined patriotic music, student performances, and a special recognition ceremony for local veterans. Under the direction of music teacher Hattie Skvorak, Carl J Lamb students delivered a musical tribute to honor those who have served our country. The school's cafeteria was transformed for the occasion with red, white, and blue balloon arrangements, patriotic banners, and American flags held proudly by students. "This is a really special day that we take as a school to honor and celebrate all of your sacrifices. I'm so appreciative of all the hard work and dedication our students have shown in preparing the musical performances for today's ceremony," Skvorak said. "They've grown musically through the process, all while learning an important message of gratitude and service. These songs are a small way for us to say thank you to those who have served." The celebration featured a moment when veterans were invited to the front of the room, where they stood before the assembled students and received heartfelt applause from the school community. The young performers, dressed in patriotic colors, demonstrated their appreciation through song. Students from various grade levels participated in the event, with many wearing special headbands and carrying small American flags to show their support. Concluding the celebration was an educational flag-folding demonstration, which served as both a learning opportunity and a tribute. Twenty students were selected to participate in this meaningful ritual alongside a military chief. Each precise fold of the flag was explained to the audience, representing values such as honor, courage, and sacrifice that are fundamental to military service. Students demonstrated remarkable respect and attention during this tradition, which required careful coordination. The celebration served as a powerful reminder of the importance of honoring our veterans while teaching the next generation about service, sacrifice, and the sacred traditions that help us remember and respect those who have served our country.

Carl J. Lamb Elementary School Honors Veterans with Student Musical Tribute and Flag Ceremony

November 9, 2024

Students, staff, and community members gathered at Carl J. Lamb Elementary School for a Veterans Day celebration that combined patriotic music, student performances, and a specia...

The gymnasium at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary was filled with pride, gratitude and patriotic spirit Thursday morning as students and staff welcomed dozens of veterans for their annual Veterans Day breakfast celebration. The morning brought together generations of service members from military branches, creating a memorable experience for both the veterans and their young family members. Students had spent weeks preparing special performances to honor their special guests. The gymnasium, decorated in patriotic blue tablecloths and American flag accents, became a stage for multiple grade-level presentations that showcased both learning and gratitude. The school's Den Ambassadors, a group of fourth-grade student leaders, led the ceremony by sharing important facts about Veterans Day and its significance. In a display of recognition, veterans were asked to stand and be acknowledged for their service. The morning's performances included heartfelt presentations from multiple grade levels. Mrs. Morrison's first-grade class delivered a touching poem expressing their appreciation for veterans' sacrifices. Second graders shared insights from their recent studies about veterans' impacts on our country, demonstrating how even young students can grasp the importance of military service and sacrifice. Following the breakfast and performances, families gathered around the "Our MCS Heroes" wall, which displayed a tribute of military photographs showcasing the proud service history of students' family members beneath service branch emblems and decorative stars. The collection of images spanning different eras of military service provided a visual reminder of the continuing legacy of military service within the Sanford community. Principal Tracie Hallissey expressed the school's gratitude for the veterans' service and emphasized the importance of helping students understand the significance of Veterans Day. The morning offered students a personal connection to military service through their interaction with family members who had served.

Veterans Honored at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary's Annual Breakfast Celebration

November 8, 2024

The gymnasium at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary was filled with pride, gratitude and patriotic spirit Thursday morning as students and staff welcomed dozens of veterans for thei...

The SRTC / SHS annual College and Career Fair took place on November 7th for juniors and seniors in booth schools. This event gives students an opportunity to visit with both employers and institutions as post-secondary options. Students came prepared to ask employers or colleges relevant questions that could impact their future. While this is a major undertaking, this is crucially beneficial to our students. The connections made here could be the groundwork for a career in the future or an opportunity to attend additional training / schooling after high school. To see photos of College and Career Fair prep and of the event itself, click HERE.

SRTC/SHS Career and College Fair Highlights

November 8, 2024

The SRTC / SHS annual Career and College Fair took place on November 7th for juniors and seniors in booth schools. This event gives students an opportunity to visit with both em...

From Student to Mentor: Sanford Alum Creates Broadcasting Opportunities for SRTC Students

November 7, 2024

Every time Andy Austin drives through Sanford, he feels a familiar spark—a connection that's drawn him back to his hometown after a successful broadcasting career that's taken hi...

Video Production seniors thrilled audiences with the premiere of their haunting short films at a special Halloween screening event. Complete with popcorn and special guests, the intimate gathering featured four ambitious student productions: "Echo," "Malaise," "Terror Cards," and "Class Clown." The screening even featured a surprise acting debut from SRTC Director Mr. Petermann, adding to the festive atmosphere of the showcase. Each film demonstrated the technical skill and creative storytelling abilities of the program's senior students. Students transformed the classroom into an impromptu theater for the occasion, creating the perfect backdrop for their spine-tingling productions. The event marked a successful milestone for the Video Production program's emerging filmmakers.

SRTC Video Production Students Showcase Spooky Cinema at Halloween Watch Party

November 6, 2024

Video Production seniors thrilled audiences with the premiere of their haunting short films at a special Halloween screening event. Complete with popcorn and special guests, the i...

Sanford Spotlight Newsletter

November 6, 2024

Check out the latest news from the district in the Sanford Spotlight Newsletter by clicking here .

November is alive with the sound of music at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary School as students across all grades explore various instruments in their music classes and clubs. Our youngest musicians in Kindergarten and first grade are developing their rhythm skills with colorful Boomwhackers and percussion instruments. These hands-on experiences help build their musical foundation while having fun making music together. Second graders have an exciting opportunity this year with the Drumming Club. To accommodate the enthusiastic response, seven sessions are planned to ensure every interested student can participate. Moving up to third grade, students are beginning their unit on the glockenspiel, learning to play this melodic percussion instrument. Fourth graders are stretching their musical abilities as they start their ukulele instruction. Our dedicated Ukulele and Chorus Clubs are preparing for upcoming performances. The Chorus will make its debut performance of the school year at the Veterans Breakfast.

Making Music at Margaret Chase Smith

November 5, 2024

November is alive with the sound of music at Margaret Chase Smith Elementary School as students across all grades explore various instruments in their music classes and clubs. Ou...

Alumni Spotlight

November 1, 2024

The Sanford School Department is starting an Alumni Spotlight to feature graduates who have made strides in their careers, contributed to their communities, or achieved personal...

Students at Sanford Middle School transformed the woods at Gowen Park into a Halloween attraction on Tuesday, October 29th, continuing its annual Haunted Woods event. The event, organized by students in the Jobs for Maine’s Graduates (JMG) program, allows students to experience a real-life example of project planning, leadership, and teamwork. The kids did a fantastic job prepping for the Area 51 Haunts, and the enthusiasm of the volunteer staff is so appreciated. Students begin planning over a month before the event, brainstorming different ideas for the theme. From there, students need to work together to plan each section of the woods, roles, costumes, decorations, and more. The students thought of the idea of a Haunted Walk, and after navigating red tape and a presentation to the school committee, the event was born. “To see all their work result in something that so many people enjoy, they have said it helps them understand what it really means to work as a team in the ‘real work’ and gives them an idea of what people can accomplish when they work together,” said Tara Houle who is Sanford Middle School’s JMG Specialist.

Sanford Middle School's Haunted Woods

November 1, 2024

Students at Sanford Middle School transformed the woods at Gowen Park into a Halloween attraction on Tuesday, October 29th, continuing its annual Haunted Woods event. The event, ...

Community Announcements

November 1, 2024

Are you looking to share your organization’s events and activities with the Sanford school community? The Sanford School Department website offers a Community Announcements page ...

Sanford High School Marching Band Puts on Gold Medal Performance at MBDA State Finals

October 30, 2024

Sanford High School's Marching Band put on a gold medal-winning performance at the Maine Band Directors Association (MBDA) state finals at Alumni Stadium on Saturday, October 26th...

Upcoming Career and College Fair

October 30, 2024

Sanford High School and Regional Technical Center is set to host its annual Career and College Fair on Thursday, November 7th, in Partners Bank Gymnasium, bringing together 80 or...