MB Sanford takes pride in its tradition of creating a safe and respectful community in which all students can learn. To this end, staff work with energy and enthusiasm, supporting all learners and their families.
The school has begun to implement the three major initiatives identified though the accreditation process:
to develop students' critical thinking skills with the goal of enabling students to engage in critical analysis in social studies and science
to improve instruction in computer technology through the more effective integration of computers into the curriculum
to promote a level of collaboration and communication which builds deeper collegial relations by focusing on improvements in student performance in the area of social responsibility.
Accomplishments and Initiatives:
Participant in network of performance-based schools
Support for early literacy initiative through the coordinated introduction of the "ReadWell" (Grades 1-3) program
Continuing success with the integration of social development and Grades 6-7, through the implementation of Virtues program and social responsibility performance standards
Continuing funding support of school programs through school PAC (early literacy, music, computers and technology, library reading and sports)
Fine arts focus throughout school with music provided from K-7 and through student choir and Grade 7 band
Annual intermediate concert in Spring celebrates the theme of social responsibility
Organization of the first school-wide carnival by the PAC to create greater community involvement and support
Selected school for the the district iBook project
