Sanford News

Beginning in January, Stage Door at Sanford will offer acting and musical theatre training to young people in grades 2–12. This after school drama program is open to all in this age group, including students outside of Sanford School. Space is limited and will be filled on first-come, first-served basis. Click here for more information. Or, contact Stage Door at Sanford instructor Tamara Paulino at trpaulino@verizon.net or 302-507-7776.

The faculty, administrators, and staff members of Sanford School wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday. During the holiday week, all three divisions and our offices are closed November 25th, 26th, and 27th. On Friday the 27th, the girls’ basketball team will host a play day in the Sports Center. Teams participating in the event include AI DuPont, Avon Grove, Cape Henlopen, Hodgson, Kennett, Padua, Polytech, and Smyrna. The play day begins at 9 a.m., with the last game scheduled to begin at 4 p.m.

The Paralyzed Veterans of America recently named eighth grade student Maya Ram as a semi-finalist winner in the Grades 7–8 category of the Sixth Annual Veterans Day Essay Contest. More than 850 essays and posters were submitted nationwide. Maya’s essay is now posted on the organization’s Web site, www.pva.org. Congratulations to this outstanding writer.

All-School Open House
JK–Grade 12
Wednesday, November 18 • 8:30 a.m.–11 a.m.

Join us for an all-school open house where your family can meet members of the Sanford community, learn more about our college preparatory program, and view our campus and facilities. No RSVP is necessary. Click here for directions. For more information or to schedule a tour, call 302.239.5263.

The Upper School science club, Project Beyond, set a new world record in this year’s Punkin Chunkin competition in Bridgeville, Delaware. The Sanford trebuchet, Sanford Slinger, came in first place by launching a pumpkin 852.34 ft. The team’s launch set a new world record in the Youth Trebuchet division. Congratulations to the members of Project Beyond.

JK–Grade 12
Wednesday, November 18 • 8:30 a.m.–11 a.m.

Please join us for this all-school event where you can observe students and teachers in their classrooms, meet current parents, and learn more about our college preparatory program. For more information or to schedule a tour, call 302.239.5263.

Senior Maddy Gondek and sophomore Cara Tozzoli recently won awards in the Music Teachers National Association vocal competition for the state of Delaware. Maddy received an honorable mention in the competition, and Cara received a first place award. Last year, Cara placed first in the state for All-State Chorus. Congratulations to these outstanding performing artists.

JK–Grade 12
Wednesday, November 18 • 8:30 a.m.–11 a.m.

Please join us for this all-school event where you can observe students and teachers in their classrooms, meet current parents, and learn more about our college preparatory program. Click here to visit the Admission page. Or, for more information or to schedule a tour, call 302.239.5263.