Main Office
470-254-7000
Attendance Desk
470-254-7101
Main Office Fax
470-254-2844
Guidance Office Fax
470-254-2888
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PRINCIPAL
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade
ADMIN ASSISTANT
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR
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12.8 - SGC Mtg 7:10AM
12.8 - Chorus Concert
12.9 - Orchestra Concert
12.11 - Senior Snack
12.15 - Katie Reeves Mtg.
12.15-18
- FALL EXAMS
WINTER HOLIDAY BREAK
12.21.15 - 1.5.16
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
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 I would like to open with a heartfelt THANK YOU to our teachers, administrators, support staff, and Milton families who care deeply for our students and consistently show their support for them every day!
In preparing for the holiday season, it is a time to be joyful and thankful for all the things we have accomplished at Milton High School. It is also time to be mindful that this time of year can be stressful for our students. Most seniors are still waiting for their college acceptance letters while our ninth graders are preparing to take their first high school final exams. Other students are still balancing the demands of school, work and even an extracurricular activity.
My hope for our students is a healthy and successful end of the semester and for everyone a safe winter break free from stress.
TIPS/ADVICE FOR FINAL WEEKS OF 1st SEMESTER
As we push into the final few weeks of the first semester, we thought it would be helpful to provide some advice to help our students and maybe some of you navigate the next two weeks in preparation for the much needed winter break. While this isn't an exhaustive list, the hope is to share some ideas on how our students could best manage their stress as we head to the finish line of the first semester:
- Study a little bit each day and don't stay up late; you need to get your rest and cramming never helps
- Study in manageable chunks of time; take lots of breaks
- Take breaks during study sessions to clear your mind
- Join a study group
- Make sure you know the help sessions and resources your teacher provides
- Make a schedule for each class; set aside time to study for each class
- Eliminate distractions like social media
- Get enough sleep every night
- Stay hydrated
- Eat a good breakfast every morning
- Study in manageable chunks of time; take lots of breaks
- Attend one of the holiday concerts this week
- Come prepared with all of your needed supplies for the specific class and final
- Be confident in YOUR ABILITIES! Believe that if you do your best you WILL BE SUCCESSFUL!
If your child is not sleeping well or has noticeable signs of stress, please do not hesitate to contact our teachers, counselors, or administrators who are available to help.
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HOLIDAY CONCERTS AT MILTON
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Milton Chorus presents their Winter Concert on
Tuesday, December 8 at 7:30PM. It will be held off campus at
Alpharetta Presbyterian Church. We hope that you can join us for some wonderful music and a reception following in the Fellowship Hall.
The address is:
Alpharetta Presbyterian Church
180 Academy Street
Alpharetta, GA 30009
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ORCHESTRA
The Milton Orchestra Program will present it's annual Holiday Concert in the MHS Auditorium on Wednesday, December 9 at 7:00PM. The concert will feature holiday music performed by all three orchestra ensembles. Tickets can be purchased at the door for only $5 and complimentary refreshments will be served during intermission.
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Milton is very proud of the work our feeder elementary school, Birmingham Falls, has done with their #BeKind initiative. We are excited to share the following video with our school community. This video is a powerful tool to motivate us all to support one another and #BeKind.
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First Semester Final Exams
December 16-18, 2015
First Semester Final Exams will be begin Tuesday, December 16, and continue through Friday, December 18, 2015. Download by clicking here.
Exam Schedule
Schedule for Tuesday, December 15 (full academic day)
BELL SCHEDULE TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15:
EXAM SCHEDULE DECEMBER 16-18:
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EXAMS
(in the listed order)
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EXAM SCHEDULE DECEMBER 16-18:
Students are expected to be present and on time on all testing days. If a student must miss a final exam due to illness, the parent/guardian must call the Attendance Office on the day of the absence in order for the student to take his/her exam on the make-up days. If the Attendance Office is not alerted, the absence will be considered unexcused. The student must also bring in documentation related to the absence when they return to take the make-up exam.
CHECKING STUDENTS OUT
Students will
not be allowed
to check out while exams are in progress. Classrooms cannot be disturbed and students will not be allowed in the academic halls. For a student to check out prior to the end of the day, please have your student bring a note to the Attendance Office before the beginning of the school day. Due to the volume, the Attendance Office cannot accept emails or phone calls at check-out time.
EXAM MAKE-UP SCHEDULE:
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END OF COURSE (EOC) TESTING
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TESTING
EOC testing will occur Friday, December 11, 2015 for all seniors who are taking an ECONOMICS class this semester. Please keep in mind that the EOC will count for 20% of the students total grade.
Opting Out is not advised for this test administration. While students will not be forced to test, any student who does not take the exam will receive a zero that will count 20% of the final grade in the course per state requirements.
Students are encouraged to report to school prepared and on time the day of testing.
INFORMATION ABOUT GEORGIA MILESTONES
The Georgia Milestones Assessment System is designed to provide information about how well students are mastering the state-adopted content standards in the core content areas of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. End of Course tests are part of the Georgia Milestones Assessment System.
Which courses have EOC tests?
Algebra I and Geometry
Ninth Grade Literature & Composition and American Literature & Composition
Biology and Physical Science
Economics and United States History
How do EOC test results impact student grades?
State law requires that the Georgia Milestones EOC tests serve as the final exam for courses with an EOC measure and that the test results contribute 20% of a student's final course grade.
What happens if a student is absent or does not take the EOC test during the appropriate testing window?
The student will receive an incomplete and the school will work with the student to provide a make-up test. If the student does not take the make-up test in the timeframe allowed then the student will receive a zero for the EOC test score. The EOC test counts as 20% of the student's final course grade.
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Facilities Assessment Survey
Parents are invited to provide input via the Facilities Assessment Survey :
The purpose of the survey is to gather input to update the district's five-year facility plan. The district needs your input regarding concerns related to the condition of facilities and the educationally appropriate use of spaces within facilities. The survey will be available through December 11. This is your opportunity to share your views regarding school system facilities. Thank you for your participation!
Parent Home Access Survey
Parents and guardians are invited to give feedback about our Parent Portal/Home Access Center that provides important information about your students. The survey is available in English and Spanish and is open through December 18, 2015.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts about our Home Access Center.
Spanish:
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GET YOUR MILTON SPIRIT WEAR
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Milton Spirit Wear will be available at the school this Friday, December 11, from 10:30AM -2:00PM in the atrium! Plenty of items are still available for holiday gifts that rep the M in style! Name brands include Comfort Colors, Under Armour, and Columbia. We also offer cozy basics such as hoodies and flannel pj pants! All proceeds benefit the MHS band program.
Follow us on instagram, miltonspiritwear, to see all of the styles available.
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STAR STUDENT
Seniors-The Star Student is the senior with the highest SAT score in the graduating class. Milton High School is currently looking for our Star Student for the class of 2016. The qualifications for the Star Student are:
- Be a legally enrolled senior in an accredited Georgia public or private high school. The school must be accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and/or the Georgia Private School Accreditation Council (GAPSAC).
- Take the three-part SAT any year on any national testing date through and including November 7, 2015. Important: November 7, 2015, is the last acceptable SAT test date for the 2016 PAGE STAR program.
- Score highest on a single test date (scores may not be combined from two or more test dates) on the three-part SAT among qualified seniors in the school. Nominees' SAT scores must be equal to or higher than the latest available national average published by College Board in late September on the math (511), critical reading (495) and writing (484) sections.
- Be in the top 10 percent or be among the top 10 students numerically, whichever category provides the largest number of eligible students in the school.
If you have an SAT score of 2300 or higher please contact Dr. Marsh at: [email protected].
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Mandatory Track and Field Informational Meeting on Wednesday, December 9 in the Cafeteria at 6:30PM. All individuals interested in participating in track and field must attend this meeting. Please see Coach Estes in room 5209 or email him ([email protected]) if you have any questions.
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| SECOND SEMESTER SCHEDULE CHANGE REQUEST PROCESS As first semester comes to a close, we are beginning to prepare for the spring semester. If your student needs to make a schedule change for second semester please follow the steps below: 1. The Schedule Change period will be from December 14- January 20. a. Students who have a 73% or lower in their core classes should request changes from December 14-January 13. b. All other requests should be make from January 14-20.
2. In order to make a schedule change request please
complete a Schedule Add/Drop Request Form available by
clicking HERE. Forms are also available in Suites 1320 and
1340.
3. Please note that all schedule changes are based on class
availability.
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MILTON GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
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MID-YEAR TRANSFERRING/WITHDRAWING STUDENTS
For those students who will be leaving Milton to attend another school second semester, please see Mrs. Shamis in suite 1340, phone 470-254-7118, or email [email protected] to begin the paperwork process and avoid delays in withdrawing from Milton and registering at the new school.
TRANSCRIPTS
Any student who needs a mid-year transcript sent through Parchment.com, please place a "hold for grades" on the request. These requests will be processed beginning January 13, 2016.
Transcript requests made before December 18th will be filled as received. Requests made during winter break will not be processed until after January 4, 2016 as the records office will be closed during the Fulton County Schools break.
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School Governance Council Meeting
The next meeting of the Milton HS School Governance Council is scheduled for Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 7:10AM in room 1222 at Milton HS. This meeting will not allow for public comment. To access the agenda for this meeting and to learn more about the School Governance Council, visit the Milton High School website at:
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IMPORTANT ATTENDANCE INFO
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ATTENDANCE OFFICE REMINDERS
Check In:
School starts at 8:20 AM
. Students who come to school after school begins must stop at the attendance office and check in. The student will need a parent or guardian note, doctor note, or parent/guardian in person to check in.
Check Out: If your child needs to be checked out early, please send a note to the attendance office the morning of the absence. This will ensure a speedy checkout and less interruption in the classroom. Be prepared to show your ID upon arrival.
Last student early check out is 3:00 PM.
DROPPING ITEMS OFF
Only forgotten lunches and homework will be accepted in the attendance office to be placed on the cart.
ABSENCE EXCUSE NOTES
Excuse notes should include the student's name, grade, reason for being late or absent and the date, as well as parent/guardian signature. We cannot accept phone calls or emails with late excuses or checkouts.
As always, please feel free to call the attendance office if you have any questions. Our new direct phone number is 470-254-7101.
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PARENT INFORMATION NIGHT FOR REDESIGNED SAT
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The Fulton County School System's School Counseling Department is presenting a Parent Information Night for the Redesigned SAT. Locations for the Northwest Learning Community Schools are:
Roswell High School Auditorium Thursday, December 17, 2015 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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MILTON PTSA
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PTSA Membership
Milton PTSA is: "Redefining Excellence: Striving to promote unity among our Students, Staff and Community through Service, Encouragement and Love for one another!!"
Join the Milton High School PTSA and make a difference in the community. Our Goal is to bring together every parent, student, teacher and staff to make a difference and impact in our School and Community. Donations are available online on the
PTSA website or complete the
membership form and return to the front office with your student.
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Students:
Tutoring continues in the CCC for the week of 12/7.
Hours for the CCC for the week of 12/14:
Monday: 7:30AM - 1:30PM
Tuesday: 7:30AM - 1:30PM
Wednesday: 7:30AM - 10:15AM
Thursday: 7:30AM - 10:15AM
Friday: 7:30AM - 10:15AM
Stop by between finals and grab a sweet treat. Please watch the website for announcements for second semester opportunities. We have put together some ACT/SAT "packages". Always free, but sign ups are necessary to help with numbers.
Thank you, students, for a great first semester! We look forward to an even better second semester. If you have been accepted to colleges, please stop in and let us know where.
STAY INFORMED
Check mhsccc.com daily for colleges being added. Please sign up in CCC for all college visits.
Like us on Facebook (Milton High School College and Career Center)
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULE
HOME EVENTS
12.8 Tue. - Basketball v Etowah JVG 4:30/VG 6/VB 7:30p
12.11 Fri. - Basketball v Cherokee JVB 4:30/9B 6
AWAY EVENTS
12.8 Tue. - Basketball @ Etowah JVB 4:30/9B 6
12.9 Wed. - Wrestling @ Jefferson JV/V 5:30
12.11 Fri. - Basketball @ Cherokee JVG 4:30/VG 6/VB 7:30
12.12 Sat. -Basketball VG @ Strong Rock Tourney
12.12 - Swimming v Alpharetta @ Dynamo 5:30 Senior Night
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