School meals are free for all enrolled students through the end of 2020, whether they are in school or participating in distance learning. The USDA is extending flexibilities established over the summer through December 31, 2020, which will allow us to continue serving free meals to all students using federal funds. This includes pick-up meals established due to... READ MORE >
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The City of Sanford and the Sanford Regional Economic Growth Council would like to thank everyone who participated in last week’s phone survey to gauge public demand for the expansion of SanfordNet Fiber broadband/high-speed internet to residential customers. The initial phone survey has concluded but community members can still provide feedback through this... READ MORE >
It is Maine School Bus Drivers Appreciation Week so we want to send out special thanks to Ledgemere and our fantastic bus drivers – we truly could not do it without you! For more information regarding MSBD Appreciation Week, click here or go to the Maine Department of Education’s Facebook page and add a post about your own Maine Bus Driver Hero! READ MORE >
At Willard School, we like to take a moment to recognize our students who uphold our core values: Responsibility, Honesty, Compassion, Respect, Courage and our newest for these unprecedented times- Social Distance. Great job Aja, Valentin, Randall and Spencer! Keep up the good work! READ MORE >
Lanterns of Light A Community Project Sponsored by Sanford’s JMG Students Join this community effort to light up Number One Pond from October 30 – November 1, 2020! Sanford students are invited to create lanterns in school, at home or during the “Lights on in Sanford” events being held Thursday, October 22nd from 4 to 7 pm at Goodall Library, Get Fired Up... READ MORE >
Message from Superintendent Matt Nelson York County Moving to Green Designation October 16, 2020 The Maine Centers for Disease Control and Maine Department of Education announced today that York County is moving back to green according to its Health Advisory System rating (red, yellow, green). This was an additional, interim assessment; government... READ MORE >
🍎The Sanford Backpack Program has bags of pantry goods and dry nutrient rich foods for your student to take home each week. These bags have canned tuna or chicken, pasta or rice, canned veggies and fruits as well as pasta sauce, breakfast items and more. This definitely helps with bridging that meal gap over the weekends when school meals are not available.... READ MORE >
Would enough customers sign up for a super-fast broadband/internet service in Sanford-Springvale to make it self-sustaining? The City has secured a grant to start the process for residential broadband/internet service. Through this grant, the City has hired a market research company to gauge public demand for the expansion of SanfordNet Fiber, your community... READ MORE >
Picture Day - Remote Learners Studio by the Pond will be taking student photos for our remote learners in the front lobby of the Memorial Gym according to the schedule below. We ask that parents and students wait outside and follow social distancing and mask wearing protocols until it is time to go inside for pictures. Order forms will be available at the... READ MORE >
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At Willard School, we like to take a moment to recognize our students who uphold our core values: Responsibility, Honesty, Compassion, Respect, Courage and our newest for these unprecedented times- Social Distance. Great job Aja, Cayden, Taweesak, Jackson, Peyton and Caleb! Keep up the good work! READ MORE >
October 13, 2020 Dear Parents/Guardians, Sanford schools will host influenza vaccination clinics following COVID-19 safety guidelines at each our schools this fall. We are collaborating with Northern Light Home Care and Hospice to provide these free clinics to our students on the following dates: Date Location Time ... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department is still looking for custodial substitutes to cover temporary 40 hour/week 2nd shift COVID-19 positions at $17/hour, temporary 30 hour/week daytime COVID-19 positions at $16.50/hour and occasional custodial absences (various locations and hours) at $17/hour. The School Department will provide a pre-employment physical and the... READ MORE >
Starting tomorrow, Ledgemere busses will deliver free lunch and breakfast-to-go at many of Sanford’s bus stops on Wednesdays only. Meals will be served to students or their parent/care giver. Access the Free School Meals Bus Schedule using this link: https://5il.co/m1if Meals will continue to be available for pick up at Lafayette School and Sanford High... READ MORE >
SUBMIT YOUR FREE & REDUCED MEAL APPLICATION TODAY! If you have not yet done so, please take a minute to complete a free & reduced price school meal application either online at myschoolapps.com or submit a paper application to your child’s school. The application, parent letter and application instructions are available on our website or through the links... READ MORE >
School Meals Are Available for Students Enrolled in Sanford School Department’s Distance Learning New Locations Beginning Wednesday, September 30, 2020 additional meal pick up locations will be open on Wednesdays for students enrolled in Sanford School Department’s Distance Learning Program. Meals should be pre-ordered by 7:00 PM the night before using this... READ MORE >
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School Meals Are Available for Students Enrolled in Sanford School Department’s Distance Learning Beginning Monday, September 14, 2020, free school meals are available for pickup for all students enrolled in Sanford School Department’s Distance Learning Program. Meals should be pre-ordered by 7:00 pm the night before using the online order form. The form can be... READ MORE >
In a letter to Elementary Families last evening, Superintendent Matt Nelson outlined Sanford's updated plan for students in grades K - 4 to move to a two day per week in-person model, effective September 14, 2020. This will align with plans already announced for grades 5-12 and is an additional precaution in light of York County's current designation as "yellow". ... READ MORE >
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The 20/21 bus routes for Carl J. Lamb School, Margaret Chase Smith School, and Willard School students are now available on our website under Family Links – Busses and Transportation or by clicking here. During Covid-19, we encourage and thank parents for providing transportation whenever possible. If you have any questions about transportation, please call ... READ MORE >
September 4, 2020 Message from Superintendent Matt Nelson Good afternoon. The Mills Administration today released a special update to its Health Advisory System that classifies counties’ relative risk of COVID-19 transmission by color. The Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) re-categorized... READ MORE >
Calvert Learning information is now available for families who have signed up for full distance learning. Please access this information using the links below, broken out by grade level:Calvert Learning Welcome Letter for Grades K-5Calvert Learning Welcome Letter for Grades 6-8For more information, please reach out to your child's school or send an email to: ... READ MORE >
Sanford has one of the largest Backpack Programs in Maine. Click here to see how easy it is to participate or to donate to this important organization. READ MORE >
The 20/21 bus routes for Sanford High School, Sanford Middle School, and Bridge students are now available on our website under Family Links – Busses and Transportation or by clicking here. Information regarding Elementary bus runs will be available early next week. During Covid-19, we encourage and thank parents for providing transportation whenever... READ MORE >
Dear Distance Learning Families: I am writing to let you know that you can pick up your child's device to support distance learning next week (9/8-9/11). Here are the pickup times: Tues, Thursday: 9:00-3:00 Wednesday: 9:00-5:30 Friday: 9:00-1:30 Thank you, Susan Inman, Principal READ MORE >
Click here an important health message from our Sanford School NursesThis document contains valuable information for parents as they get ready to send their children back to school this fall. It includes a pre- screening tool for school attendance, symptom flowcharts, contact information for our school nurses and additional helpful information. READ MORE >
Hello Willard Community! We are looking forward to everyone's healthy return to school. Please find a letter from our principal, Mrs. Inman, in the documents section of this website (20/21 Welcome Back Letter from the Principal). There is also a form in the section that pertains to the Service Dogs in our building (20/21 Service Dogs form to sign). Thank you! READ MORE >
August 2020 Greetings Musicians, I am SO excited to see you all! I hope you had a wonderful summer. For those who haven’t met me yet, my name is Mrs. Mannino, and I am your music teacher at Willard School. I am looking forward to making music together again with some familiar faces, and also to meeting some new friends! This school year will feel and look... READ MORE >
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The Sanford School Department wants to remind parents to renew their Free and Reduced Meal Applications to avoid any break in eligibility. Paper applications are available by calling your child’s school or parents can use the new, secure online application available at: https://www.myschoolapps.com/ . If you have any questions about the process, please contact our... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Committee on Monday, August 17, 2020, approved the Sanford School Reopening Plan and the 20/21 school calendar (available shortly). Click here for a detailed document that outlines the schedule for Sanford students by grade level. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child’s school. In addition, we would... READ MORE >
At their meeting on August 17, 2020, the Sanford School Committee approved a final version of the Sanford School Department Reopening Plan. Please follow the links below for more detailed information: Sanford School Department Reopening Plan – approved 8/17/20 FAQ document READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department is seeking motivated individuals to provide temporary custodial support in our schools on days that students are present. These temporary positions can be either 40 hours per week (2nd shift positions that begin at 3 pm and end at 11 pm) or 30 hours or less per week (1st shift positions that typically begin at 9 am and end at 3 pm but... READ MORE >
Employment Opportunity! Sanford School Department is currently hiring classroom substitutes for the 20/21 school year. The hours are great and the pay ranges from $100 to $120 per day based on certification. Fill out a Schoolspring application today – we plan to interview soon! Special COVID-19 training provided upon hire. For more information, visit... READ MORE >
Are you looking for guidance regarding the supplies your child might need this year? Here's a helpful list for Grades K-4:Student and Teacher Supply Lists READ MORE >
Kindergarten and Pre-K Registration Even though our buildings are closed due to COVID19, the Sanford School Department is still accepting names for kindergarten and pre-kindergarten classes starting this fall. Children who are 5 years of age on or before October 15, 2020, are eligible to register for kindergarten. Parents of eligible youngsters should call Carl... READ MORE >
The Sanford School Department is pleased to announce the addition of MY SCHOOL APPS, a new online tool that makes it easy to apply for school meal benefits. It’s a great alternative to the paper application process and is quick, convenient and secure. For more information, go to https://www.myschoolapps.com/ or check the Food & Nutrition Program page on our... READ MORE >
WALKER/PICK UP CLARIFICATION 2nd, 3rd or 4th grade walkers: 1. A child who leaves the school at regular dismissal time 2. Will walk to their parent who is waiting outside of the building or walk to their after-school destination 3. Has WRITTEN permission from their legal guardian (the note can be given to the office... READ MORE >