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Please check the Alamosa Citizen today. Our very own Kelly Reynolds who teaches second grade was honored with the Educator Highlight Award from Adams State University. Congratulations Mrs. Reynolds. We are so proud you are a Sanford Mustang.
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A big thank you to JoAnna Lucero and Felix Garcia for donating snacks to our Sanford Preschool! Your generosity is truly appreciated. 💙

Parents, you can log in to Alma to check your student’s classes, attendance, and grades. If you need help with your login, please call the front office at 719-274-5167.

Call for Nominations for School Directors

We are having an informational meeting tomorrow night, August 5th starting at 5:00 in the cafeteria. This meeting will be for all 9th-12th graders and their parents. Come learn about the many opportunities we have available for concurrent enrollment and partnering with the CICC (Careers in Construction Colorado) program. All students interested in construction and earning college credits should attend.

https://ciccolorado.org/

Sanford had a great showing at the National FCCLA Conference in Orlando, Florida. Two groups were in the top 10, Roman Edgar in Career Investigation and Huntley Duran, Raven Medina, and Camry Casias in Interpersonal Communications. The group of Huntley , Raven, and Camry came away with 1st place. Congratulations to our National Champions. All our students competed well and received gold and silver medals. Well done Sanford FCCLA members.

Here is a complete list of placings.
Roman- GOLD Top 10
Career iInvestigation L2
Teagan/Maddison - SILVER
Chapter Service Project Portfolio L3
Jelissa/Jewel/Maggie- SILVER
Focus on Childrem L2
Huntley/Raven/Camry- GOLD National Champs
Interpersonal Communication L2
Ava/Bella/Hayden- SILVER
Interpersonal Communications L3
Will/Josh/Jared - SILVER
National Programs in Action L 3
Brooklynn/Colton/Jewel - GOLD
Professional Presentation L3
Angie/Danisa - GOLD
Repurpose and Redesign L3
We want to thank our amazing leader Mrs. JoAnn Bagwell for the many hours she spends helping our students achieve greatness! Along with her helpers Mrs Cyndi Larsen and Jennifer Jarvies. Thank you!

2025-2026 Elementary School Supply List

You may now view your student's CMAS scores through Pearson's family portal. You will need your student's state ID number, which can be found on ALMA. Log in to ALMA, click on the icon with your initials in the green circle at the top corner, and then click on my info. See the screenshot included. family portal address https://familyportal.pearson.com/CO

Hello Sanford Nation, we are changing our laptop program at Sanford Schools. Previously, the school provided an option for parents to purchase a group-rated laptop for their students. Starting this year, the school will provide the incoming freshman class with a school-owned laptop. This laptop will be used at school and at home. For students who are sophomores and above, your plan doesn't change. You will continue to use the device that you already purchased or are purchasing. I wanted to get this info out to all incoming freshmen so that you don't buy a laptop on your own. If you have any questions, you can contact Mrs. Mortensen. I hope you're all having a fantastic summer!

Sanford Honors Coach Kurt Cary for 50 Years of Service Sanford, CO — May 14, 2025 Sanford School proudly celebrated Coach Kurt Cary for his extraordinary 50 years of dedication to education. Affectionately known as “Coach Senior,” Cary has devoted his life to students, sharing his knowledge, leadership, and steady presence across generations. His impact on the classroom, athletic fields, and community has been immeasurable. “Coach Cary has shaped countless lives with his wisdom and heart,” said Principal Mandy Mortensen. “We’re forever grateful.” Thank you, Coach Senior—for everything.

This year our geometry students worked hard to apply geometry concepts to real world situations. To learn about volume, surface area, perimeter, and net shapes, our high school students teamed up with the second graders. While the second graders were reading The Wild Robot, the geometry students helped them develop a wild robot story of their own, along with their own robots. Our geometry students used AI to help bring the images of the robots to life and then used the images to create a sewing pattern for each second grader’s robot. They then cut out and sewed their 3D figures together to make a stuffed robot for each student. After weeks of hard work, all the books and robots were delivered. To say our students exceeded expectations is an understatement. They worked very hard, and the smiles on the second graders’ faces made it all worth it! We are so proud of these students!

Congratulations to the Sanford School Nominees! We are proud to recognize and celebrate two outstanding educators who have been nominated to represent Sanford Schools. Mrs. Kami Crowther was nominated as Educator of the Year and Mrs. Debbie Fringer was nominated as the Support Staff of the Year. Their dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to our students and school community make them truly exceptional. Thank you for the countless ways you inspire, lead, and make a lasting impact each day. This nomination is a reflection of the respect and admiration you’ve earned from your colleagues, students, and families. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank our two awesome principals for all they do for our school. Mrs. Mortensen and Mrs. Jaminet both work tirelessly to see that the school runs efficiently and that all the needs are met for both the students and staff members. A common quote says, "Behind every good school is a principal working hard." That is definitely true here at Sanford. Thanks to both ladies for all you do!

Continuation of group photos for FCCLA post.... Good job Sanford Mustangs!

Sanford Schools Art Students Shine at Southern Peaks League Art Show Moffat, CO — Sanford School District proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of its art students and Ms. Culler their instructor. They participated in the Southern Peaks League Art Show this past weekend. The event, held at Moffat Schools, was a vibrant showcase of talent from across the region, and Sanford students truly stood out with their creativity and dedication. Good job Mustangs! 2nd Place - Jennica, Keeda, GiGi, and Ellianna 3rd Pace - Keeda and GiGi Honorable Mention - Mason and GiGi

Hello Sanford Nation: We have been hosting several fundraisers, including concessions, in an effort to purchase a mascot tunnel for our football team, similar to the one pictured. However, we are still short. Please consider supporting our SuccessFund campaign. Thanks for your support! We appreciate you.

To say we are proud is an understatement! Congratulations to our girls who brought home 3rd place and to our boys who are the consolation champions! Seniors, thanks for all the memories !