Sanford Middle School

We are excited to announce our Middle School Soccer Staff.

We are excited to announce Mrs. Clanton as the new volleyball assistant coach.

We are excited to announce our entire Middle School Football Staff.

We are excited to announce Mrs. Langley as the new girls assistant coach.

It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce Coach Ray as the new Middle School Football Coach. Coach Ray is looking forward to working with our middle school football team. The summer workout schedule commences next week at Sanford Middle School. Coach Ray can be reached through ParentSquare for any additional details.

Yesterday, SMS faculty and staff lined the bus lane, waving goodbye to our students as they headed off for a well-deserved summer break! 💙👋 What a wonderful year filled with memories, growth, and accomplishments.

We also celebrated a very special retirement for our own Ms. Slaughter.❤️ She was honored with a beautiful rocking chair as a symbol of appreciation for her years of dedication, love, and impact on countless students and staff.

Thank you, Ms. Slaughter, for everything you have given to SMS. Wishing everyone a safe and happy summer! 🌞

🏆 HOUSE CUP CHAMPIONS! 🏆
A massive congratulations to House Inferno for bringing home the House Cup this year! 🔥 You worked hard, stayed focused, and absolutely dominated the scoreboard.

🏆 FIELD DAY RECAP: What a Day! 🏆

Yesterday was an absolute blast! Huge thanks to all the students, staff, and volunteers who brought the energy and sportsmanship.
🏐 Volleyball Tournament: Incredible rallies and amazing teamwork across all grades!
🏀 Teachers vs. Students Basketball: The students played hard, but experience won the day... THE TEACHERS WIN! 🥇 (Better luck next year!)
👑 Overall Field Day Champions: A massive congratulations to Mrs. Hightower's Class (6th Grade) and Mr. Parker's Class (7th & 8th Grade) for taking home the trophies! 🏆

What a fantastic day! Field Day was the perfect backdrop to celebrate some incredible members of our school community. Join us in congratulating all of our amazing award honorees celebrated during our Field Day Awards Assembly!

🍎 Staff and Culture Awards
Teacher Team Culture Award
Sixth Grade Team - Ms. Slaughter, Mrs. Hightower, Mrs. Clanton, Mrs. Pooler, Mrs. Long, Mr. Barbier, Mrs. Parker, and Ms. Stephens

Extra Mile Award
Mrs. Wilhite and Coach Sam

2026 Culture Champion
Ms. Willis

Grit and Grind Award
Coach Watson, Mrs. Pooler, and Ms. Brown

All School Culture Team
Mrs. Young, Ms. Brown, Mr. Harlan, Mrs. Langley, Ms. Lynch, Ms. Whorton, Mr. Ray, Mrs. Pooler, Dr. Jones, Ms. Tucker, Mr. Parker, and Coach Bryan

📚 Student Achievements
Students Who Reached Their EL ACCESS Goals
Merelyn Cruz and Anthony Sanchez-Villar

Perfect Attendance
Noah Kuykendoll (7th Grade) and Jacob Singleton (6th Grade)