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Sanford School, a private school for preschool through high school students, buzzes with activity year round. Many events are open to the public, and we invite you to join us on our Hockessin, Delaware, campus to experience our exceptional programs.
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Grade 7 ERB Testing
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Grade 7 ERB Testing
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Grade 7 ERB Testing
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Grade 7 ERB Testing
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Lunch and Learn: Minding Your Mind: Reducing Stigma Around Mental Health
Virtual Lunch and LearnMind Your Mind: Reducing Stigma Around Mental HealthFriday, April 10 at 12:00 PMThe Sanford Counseling Department invited you to join Sarika and Dr. Jenna DiLossi for a virtual presentation entitled "Just Talk About It." The presentation will include Sarika’s story, and Dr. DiLossi will discuss warning signs of various mental health concerns and share strategies to help adults look beyond stigma, recognize the onset of symptoms, and know how to best provide support.
Join this virtual Lunch and Learn event using this Zoom link.
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Jenna (https://mindingyourmind.org/clinician/jenna-dilossi-psy-d- )lpc/
Sarika (https://mindingyourmind.org/speaker/sarika/ )Contact: Sarah Satinsky
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Independent Schools, Black Students, and the College Application Process
Geipel Center - Rubin Family Auditorium - GEI-AUDSanford School will be hosting a multi-school event in partnership with Tatnall School and St. Andrews School on Monday, April 13, at 6:00 PM (Geipel Auditorium), featuring Timothy Fields and Shereem Herndon-Brown.
Both individuals are nationally recognized college admissions experts committed to helping families, especially those in Black and Brown communities, navigate an evolving admissions landscape. Together, they’ve authored the bestselling The Black Family’s Guide to College Admissions, hosted the Application to Admission podcast, and led a nonprofit focused on closing the information gap in college access.
With more than 50 years of combined experience, they are dynamic speakers and thought leaders whose newly released second edition of The Black Family’s Guide to College Admissions includes updates on affirmative action, mental health, and the power of college essays.
Their complementary “fire and ice” approach has earned them national media coverage and the 2023 NACAC John Muir Award for outstanding contributions to the profession. They will be presenting their program, “Independent Schools, Black Students, and the College Application Process.”Contact: Jamy Haughey -
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Upper School One Act Plays
Geipel Center - Rubin Family Auditorium - GEI-AUDThe One Acts are student-directed and offer a theatrical experience for those wanting to explore theater without auditioning for a Sanford main stage production.Contact: Alexander Levine -
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Are you Smarter Than Your 8th Grader?
Quigley Hall - Dining Hall - DHEvent for 8th grade students and their familiesContact: Emily AmendumCounseling Speaker Series: Happier Parenting: Evidence-based Strategies for Improving Parent Happiness
Happier Parenting: Evidence-based Strategies for Improving Parent Happiness
Laurie Santos, Yale UniversityFeeling overwhelmed by the unique challenges of modern parenting? Join Professor Laurie Santos of Yale University to learn science-backed strategies for happier parenting. We will tackle topics like rethinking time management, dealing with tough feelings like guilt and frustration, navigating your child’s academic stress and screen time, and how to avoid the trap of overparenting. We also will see why parents need to prioritize their own well-being, not just to help themselves but to create a happier, healthier family life. This session is for parents of children of all ages with a special focus on middle-grade to teen years.
To register for the webinar please use this link https://events.zoom.us/ev/ArwUv887sdwOEQY0PDh263cERPixT6 beenY5Q0-L9JqVLNPfCDtW~ Ase7BX4LYixujh- rD6RE5JMEuYaOM5xUny8zHT8- 9sccJdcS3N9tehME0WtZZpuDnNDDnL ZzjKtujg4QIuxOXzVYHg Contact: Sarah Satinsky -
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Cultural Community Day
Sanford will host our first-ever Cultural Community Day. We collectively contribute to a robust and inclusive multicultural community. On this day, everyone is invited to celebrate the multitude of cultures that comprise the Sanford School community.Please consider participating and sharing a piece of your family with our school community by signing up via this link by April 1.
Families are invited to sign up to host a table to showcase a state, country, culture, or tradition by using display items, designing a poster board, demonstrating a talent, and/or making a favorite dish to share!Contact: Jamy Haughey
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Cum Laude Society Induction
Geipel Center - Rubin Family Auditorium - GEI-AUDContact: Sarah Satinsky -
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Speaker Karla Fleshman: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students: Living, Loving, & Learning Environments
du Pont LibrarySpeaker Karla Fleshman: Supporting LGBTQ+ Students: Living, Loving, & Learning EnvironmentsWednesday, April 22 at 6:30 PMThis supportive parent program will help families understand how children explore and express identity. Led by licensed social worker Karla Fleshman, the session will cover myths vs. facts, explain SOGIE in clear terms, and share practical ways parents can create an affirming environment that encourages healthy curiosity, open conversation, and strong connection.Contact: Jamy Haughey -
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Grade 3 ERB Testing
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Home & School Auction
Contact: Lauren Evans
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Grade 3 ERB Testing
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Grade 3 ERB Testing
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Grade 3 ERB Testing
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Grade 3 ERB Testing
Contact: Skye Rashkind
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