School News

Compiled by Carolyn Cadigan

Fun on the field at SRTC: In an effort to build community among the students, Sanford Regional Technical Center hosted its annual field day on Sept. 20. Although the morning weather was a bit dreary, students enjoyed a day of activities, popcorn, apple cider donuts, and inflatable fun.

Info about mosquito-borne illnesses from the school department: Reports of an elevated risk of mosquito-borne illnesses across Maine have spurred the Sanford School Department to ask that the school community take precautions to protect students, staff, and families. To ensure safety during outdoor activities, including recess, sports practices, and field trips, the Maine CDC is strongly advising the following precautions: (1) Use EPA-approved insect repellents; (2) Wear protective clothing that covers skin, including long-sleeved shirts, pants, and socks, especially during evening activities; (3) Eliminate standing water sources around homes and school grounds to reduce mosquito breeding sites; (4) Ensure all windows have intact, tight-fitting screens; and (5) Consult with the school’s Integrated Pest Management coordinator for additional strategies to improve campus safety. For the full story, go here.

It’s as easy as pie to raise some dough: The Annual Pie Fundraiser at Sanford Middle School starts Oct. 3. Top sellers from each grade will receive a $25 gift card of their choosing.

Show your Spartan spirit for the SHS Class of 2025: Sanford High School (SHS) Project Graduation 2025 is offering Spartan blankets, measuring 60×70 inches, for $40, payable in cash or via Venmo. Blankets are available at SHS home football games or here.

SHS marching band blends tradition and innovation this year: The Sanford High School Marching Band has been hard at work already preparing for another exciting season under the guidance of Music Director Hailey Francoeur. The band is in the Maine Band Directors Association circuit, which consists of five regular season shows and the finals, to be held at SHS on Oct. 26. The band graduated “a ton of seniors” in 2024, according to Francouer, but still has nearly 60 members this year. Strong student leadership is key to their success. Upperclassmen are mentoring newer members, helping with everything from daily warm-ups to prop management. As the season progresses, audiences can expect to see the band add more props, music, and visual elements to the show to enhance their performance and storytelling. Read the full story here.