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PRINCIPAL
ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS
9th GRADE
10th GRADE
11th GRADE
12th GRADE
ADMIN ASSISTANTS
504/RTI COORDINATOR
GUIDANCE DIRECTOR
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
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PTSA Co-Presidents
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10/17-Parent University 6PM
10/18-SGC Meeting 7:10AM
10/19-SAT (12th Only)/ER Day
10/19-PSAT (9-11)/ER Day
10/22-HOMECOMING DANCE
10/25-Theatre Prod 7:30PM
10/26-Theatre Prod 7:30PM
10/26-Device Deployment
11/08-Teacher Work Day*
11/29-Principals Coffee 6PM
11/21-11/25-HOLIDAY BREAK*
12/22-LAST DAY 1st SEMESTER
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NO SCHOOL
FOR STUDENTS
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MILTON'S PARTNERS
IN EDUCATION
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DEVICE USER AGREEMENT
On Wednesday, October 26, 2016, Milton High School begin the deployment of the Microsoft Surface 3 tablet for those students who have:
- Completed their DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP COURSE REQUIREMENTS
(provided to all students during study hall in September)
- Completed/returned the DEVICE USER AGREEMENT for both the student and parent (process below)
In order to expedite the process, we will be using a platform called ZippSLIP. ZippSLIP allows us to collect digital signatures from parent and students on the REQUIRED Device User Agreement form. You will be required to create your PARENT account to use this platform. It is FREE and takes only a few minutes to set up.
We ask that, when you are ready to sign off on the Device User Agreement, you have your student(s) with you to ensure they are aware of their responsibilities regarding their school issued Microsoft Surface 3.
Parents need to set up their ZippSLIP (electronic signature) Account and sign off (with student) on Device User Agreement by Monday, October 24, 2016 in order for your student(s) to get their device on Wednesday, October 26, 2016. Please see the information below to set up your parent account and sign off on the Device User Agreement:
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Read/watch the instructions for setting up ZippSLIP Parent Account -
pdf version-click: HERE/
video version - click:
HERE
- Goto the ZippSLIP website: http://bit.ly/2edXAt4
- QUESTIONS? Contact Mr. Justin Bacile ([email protected]) or 470-254-2889
You also have the option of printing, signing, and returning the Device User Agreement form to the main office by Monday, October 24, 2016.
INSURANCE
Parents can choose to purchase insurance for the Microsoft Surface. Many insurance companies ask families to mail devices directly to the company for repair/replacement. Parents MAY ONLY use insurance companies with repair centers authorized by the device manufacturer, to avoid voiding our warranties.
Fulton has looked into insurance companies that have been popular with families and confirmed that as of June 2016:
Worth Ave Group
uses authorized repair centers for ALL of our devices so this may be an option for families.
If you are having difficulties setting up your account or need assistance/questions answered, please contact Mr. Justin Bacile at
[email protected] or 470-254-2889.
RELATED DOCUMENTS/LINKS:
Thank you for your support and understanding during this important phase of our educational growth!
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PARENT UNIVERSITY:
PERSONALIZED LEARNING
Milton High School is proud to offer opportunities for our parents to engage in conversations that involve our students. Milton's Parent University will be hosting informational sessions in October regarding our student device deployment and our 1:1 initiative. Items that will be discussed at these meetings include, but are not limited to
- how the device (Microsoft Surface) will be used in the classroom
- expectations of students
- protection/insurance options
- digital citizenship
- device safety and security
These meetings will be held on Monday, October 17 from 6:00-7:30PM in the Milton Media Center. Please use the link below to submit the meeting that you plan to attend. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Justin Bacile at 470-254-2889.
Parent University Session Selection:
http://bit.ly/2cZrowC
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TOWEL DRIVE
Milton Baseball Team Towel Drive for Red Shield Shelter
Do you want a chance to win free Falcons tickets or a free Eagle Pass? Milton Baseball is pairing up with the Salvation Army in Atlanta to help support the 60,000 people they aid each year. This year we are collecting bath towels. If you bring in a brand new bath towel and submit your student I.D. number - your name will be placed in a raffle to win Falcons tickets or an Eagle pass! Collections start Monday morning in the front atrium and last until Friday!
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PSAT INFORMATION
The PSAT for all 9-11 GRADE STUDENTS is THIS
Wednesday, October 19, 2016!
PARENTS: In order to accommodate the PSAT testing window students will be released at
12:40PM
, rather than the normal Early Release time of 12:20PM. The cafeteria will be selling grab and go lunches. The buses will be released at 12:50PM.
We encourage your child to take advantage of the many benefits the PSAT/NMSQT offers:
- Connects students to colleges and universities across the country, and to scholarship organizations.
- Prepares students for the new SAT® and college and fuels practice recommendations on Khan Academy®.
- Matches students with AP® courses that make the most of their academic strengths. AP classes can provide an edge in the admission process, and an opportunity to earn college credit.
Please use the below links to help your student better prepare for the PSAT. If you have any questions, please se Mrs. Morrison in suite 1360.
LINKS FOR THE PSAT (click on to open)
SAT INFORMATION
Attention Seniors: If you are taking the SAT on Wednesday, October 19, you MUST to report to the gym lobby next to the weight room at
7:45AM. Be sure to bring your:
- Admission Ticket (printed copy, not electronic)
- Current, acceptable photo ID Acceptable calculator
- Multiple No. 2 pencils
- Snacks/water (optional)
If you are not taking the SAT, you will then need to report to the auditorium by 8:20.
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HOMECOMING ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK!
The Milton Student Council is excited to announce the
2016 "Footloose" Homecoming events! All students are invited to participate!
DRESS-UP DAYS
10.17 -
Decade Theme
10.18 -
"Circle of Life" Theme
10.19 -
Superhero Theme
10.20 -
Movie Character Theme
(dress up as your favorite character from a movie)
10.21 -
USA Theme
HALLWAY DECORATING
Theme for the week is music through the decades to tie in with Footloose
Decorating will be held Friday, October 14 and Saturday, October 15 for all classes.
Each class will have a designated decade and hallway to decorate
Seniors - the 80s/
Spine
Juniors - the 90s/
4200
Sophomores - the 00's/
3200
Freshman - modern/
2200
SCHEDULE FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21
- Pep Rally
- Parade: Friday afternoon (parade route: Braeburn to MHS)
- Eagle Walk: Students may participate in Eagle Walk if they pre-purchased their ticket or are an Eagle Pass holder
- Game: Milton v. Central Forsyth @ 7:30PM
- Homecoming Court presented at halftime of game
HOMECOMING DANCE
WHEN:
Saturday, October 22
TIME: 7:00 - 11:00PM
WHO: ALL GRADES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND
WHERE:
Milton front lawn
THEME: Footloose theme
DRESS: Semi-formal
MUSIC: Live Entertainment - Tuten Brothers performing
TICKETS: S
old by Student Council during all lunches on Tuesday and Thursday
PRICES:
October 18 & 20 (Seniors=$25, Underclassmen=$30)
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FITNESSGRAM TESTING
All students currently enrolled in
ANY Physical Education class will participate in the State Mandated Fitnessgram Testing. T
esting will take place during their physical education class. Parents may contact their child's Physical Education teacher with any questions.
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MILTON THEATRE WINS BEST SHOW
Congratulations to the cast, crew, and directors of
STARMITES, THE MUSICAL for being chosen as
Best Show this past weekend at Georgia Theatre Conference (GTC). The production now advances to Southeastern Theatre Conference in Louisville, Kentucky in March of next year where it will compete in the Secondary Play Festival with shows from nine other states in the Conference. Additional recognitions include
Owen Smith selected as one of only 10
All-Star Cast Members from all of the competing schools, and
Josh Martin who was awarded
Best Supporting Actor. STARMITES is the inaugural production of Milton Theatre's new teacher/director,
David Hopkins. Also, this show served as half of the cast members' first Milton production. During our adjudication, the judges commented on the excellent choreography (
Brittany Willet), exceptional ensemble work, multi-functional set (thanks
Sim Jones), characterizations, and vocal talents (
Bill Newberry, Musical Direction). Another component of GTC is the opportunity to audition for colleges. Six of our actors participated in this and each was selected by nearly all of the schools doing screenings to return for callbacks. It was a good weekend for Milton!
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MILTON THEATRE PRODUCTION
Milton Theatre Company invites you to come share an hour with a pirate, an evil king, orphans and starstuff at Milton Theatre's presentation of
"Peter and the Starcatcher" on October 25 & 26, 7:30PM. Tickets are available online
www.miltontheatrecompany.com ($10 / $12) and will also be sold at the door. This is Milton Theatre's Georgia High School Association (GHSA) One Act competition piece. You don't want to miss this epic show set as a prequel to Peter Pan in a fantasy world with adventure galore. Milton High School is also hosting the GHSA Regional Competition, October 29, 2016.
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FROM THE SUMMIT
4 Ways to Stay Mindful and Manage Stress
Mindfulness is the practice of fully engaging in and being aware of the present moment, being nonjudgmental, and not clinging to moments including thoughts and emotions. Mindfulness helps lower anxiety, stress, and depression by enhancing an individual's mind and body connection which improves understanding of emotions and thoughts. Wanting to try mindfulness? Keep reading to get tips on getting started.
1. Re-focus when you're feeling distracted
Mindfulness can help you reset your focus to work on the task at hand and pay attention to one thing at a time. When you're focusing on one thing at a time you will be less likely to be lost in thought of focusing on your worries. In our fast paced world, we are so used to multitasking. Try focusing on only one thing at a time. Yes, you heard me! That means putting away your phone when you are having a conversation, watching a TV program, or sending an email!
2. Stay in the present moment
Practicing mindfulness helps you keep your thoughts in the current moment. Try observing your surroundings, describing what's in your environment, and/or fully participating in an activity of your choice.
3. Let it in and let it go!
Acknowledge the feelings and thoughts you are experiencing that are taking away from the present moment, but don't cling to them. Allow them to come and go freely. You can imagine that the feelings and thoughts are being washed away by the ocean, floating away down a river, moving by with a cloud, or another image of your choosing. This allows you to have thoughts and feelings without getting stuck or distracted.
4. Practice Non-judgment
When you judge yourself or others you unintentionally create ineffective thoughts and feelings such as feelings of shame or guilt. Instead of labeling experiences as "good" or "bad", try saying exactly what you mean. What is good to one person may be bad to another. Replace "I did so badly on the test" with "I don't like my grade on the test" or "I'm awful at relationships" with "I don't like my behaviors in relationships." Saying what you mean helps you express yourself, understand yourself, and ultimately identify what you want to change.
If you are having difficulty managing your emotions try incorporating mindfulness into your daily life. You can do this 10 minutes a day by practicing centering prayer, meditation, guided imagery, or simply observing your breathing. Mindfulness helps teach us to pause and check in with ourselves in a non-judgmental and accepting way.
Dialectical behavior therapy is a unique treatment that incorporates mindfulness. If you or your loved one are struggling with relationships, regulating emotions, or have difficulty managing distress make an appointment with a Summit School-based Therapist and Intensively Trained DBT clinician located in Milton High School. Make an appointment by calling 678-893-5300 or visiting
www.summitcounseling.org!
Article by: Julia Harris, MS, LAPC, School-based therapist with the Summit Counseling Center
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NEWS FROM THE MILTON GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT
2017-18 DUAL ENROLLMENT INFORMATION
Sophomore and Junior Students: Are you considering Dual Enrollment for the 2017-2018 school year? Kennesaw State University is hosting their final Dual Enrollment Honors Program event on October 19 for prospective students and their families to learn more about their program. The event runs for roughly one hour and registration may be found at the following link: http://admissions.kennesaw.edu/apply/dehp.php
Students: Are you interested in participating in the Move On When Ready (Dual Enrollment) program for the 2017-2018 school year? The Move On When Ready (Dual Enrollment) program includes options such as College English, Georgia Tech Mathematics, and Part-Time/Full-Time courses at local colleges.
Each college and program has admissions requirements based on student's numeric average, test scores, rigor, etc. Many colleges require a SAT or ACT score for admission into their program. If you are interested please plan to take the SAT or ACT on the following dates:
SAT OPTIONS:
November 5
December 3
January 21
March 11
ACT OPTIONS:
December 10
February 11
Register online at:
www.act.org
The Fulton County application deadline for Move On When Ready (Dual Enrollment) is March 31, 2017. More information for this program will be available at the Move On When Ready Night during second semester.
COLLEGE ADMISSION INFORMATION
When it comes to college admissions, everyone has the same question: "What are my chances of getting in?" The answer is not always clear, partly due to the way colleges admit students. The most important data is not what you see posted on the school's website, rather it is data that represents the admission decisions of ACTUAL Milton students. We are implementing a new process to begin accumulating meaningful data that will help guide families through college applications.
STEP 1 - Complete the Senior Advisement Form
This will help your Counselor and the College and Career Center assist students with picking schools and planning applications.
If you have not completed this form it can be found here:
https://goo.gl/forms/7PKWVGByxowjbykj1
STEP 2 - Complete the Milton High School College Decision Form
This form needs to be completed for each school to which you apply whether you are accepted, denied or deferred. You will be able to go back and edit this form as you receive admission decisions and scholarships, and then again when you decide which school you will attend.
This form can be found here:
https://goo.gl/forms/0aT0wJLpfL1Ge5nJ3
Finally, we are launching a new Facebook page to celebrate the
Future of Milton 2017.
Once you have decided which school you would like to attend, please share a photo and a little bit about your decision to attend that school.
https://www.facebook.com/futuresofmilton2017/
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COLLEGE & CAREER CENTER NEWS
College Visits Week of October 17:
Monday:
LSU (3rd Period)
University of Connecticut (3rd Period)
Hofstra University (4th Period)
University of Cincinnati (5th Period)
Tuesday:
US Marines (all lunches-cafeteria)
Harvey Mudd (11:10am)
Wednesday:
Early Release
Thursday:
Georgia College (4th and 5th Period)
Friday:
University of Manchester, UK (3rd Period)
Agnes Scott College (4th and 5th Period)
St. Andrews University (5th Period)
Sign-ups online at
www.mhsccc.com
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You must stop by the CCC the morning of the visit you have registered for to pick up a pass.
SOAR SEMINARS
Week of OCTOBER 17 -
Open to ALL STUDENTS
Tuesday: Test Taking Strategies focusing on the ACT - Lead by Applerouth. Applerouth has been leading the Atlanta area in innovative test prep strategies for the past 15 years. To increase your scores, we not only teach you to understand the content of the ACT and SAT, but also to develop strategies which we have developed and refined through many years of studying the latest research in educational psychology.
Thursday: Test Taking Strategies focusing on the SAT - Lead by Applerouth. Applerouth has been leading the Atlanta area in innovative test prep strategies for the past 15 years. To increase your scores, we not only teach you to understand the content of the ACT and SAT, but also to develop strategies which we have developed and refined through many years of studying the latest research in educational psychology.
JUNIOR PARENTS
Mark your calendars now for our next Peachtree Financial Night that is created just for you. Thursday, October 27 at 7:00PM in the College and Career Center (Room 2201). This event is free, but sign up is necessary to ensure space. Please register at: www.planforcollegeworkshop.com or by calling their office: 770-810-5885.
The CCC will also be offering a quick presentation for Junior parents immediately before this event from 6:30-7:00PM to answer any questions, as well as to show you how the CCC can help not only your student, but you as well. We will also be discussing some events that we will be hosting for Juniors throughout the remainder of the school year.
Parent Boot Camp: The CCC will be offering two Q&A Sessions for Junior parents to help answer any questions, as well as to show you how the CCC can help not only your student, but you as well. The first will be on Thursday, October 27 at 6:30PM. The second will be on Wednesday, November 2 at 9:30AM. You can sign up at www.mhsccc.com. The link is on the home page.
MOCK SAT
A free Mock SAT will be held in the CCC (Room 2201) on Saturday, October 29 from 9:00AM-1:00PM. We must meet a minimum number of students, so please check your email Friday night. If we need to cancel, that is how we will contact you. You must register for this event so that we can ensure space. You can register one of two ways.
As always, if you have any questions, please stop by and see us! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and keep checking our website for the most up to date information (www.mhsccc.com)
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MILTON SGC MEETING
SCHOOL GOVERNANCE MEETING
School Governance Council Meeting
Tuesday, October 18, 2016 7:10AM
The next meeting of the Milton HS School Governance Council is scheduled for Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at 7:10AM in the principal's office.
To access the agenda for this meeting and to learn more about the School Governance Council, visit the Milton High School website at: http://school.fultonschools.org/hs/milton/Pages/sgc.aspx
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PURCHASING
Yearbooks are available for purchase on jostensyearbooks.com (Choose MILTON HS, GA.) for $85. Prices will increase in February, so don't miss out on reserving your 2017 Aerie at a lower price!
SENIOR ADS
Yearbook Senior Ads Senior ads are now on sale for the class of 2017! Do not miss out on this opportunity to purchase a commemorative ad for your graduate. Sales are online only at www.jostensyearbooks.com.
Jostens will send home a brochure in the near future.
Ad space is first-come, first-served! Once we sell out, we are out!
FINAL Deadline 11/18/2016
Full page: $375
½ page: $250
¼ page: $160
UNDERCLASS STUDENTS:
DO YOU WANT TO BE FEATURED IN THE YEARBOOK?
The Milton Yearbook Staff's Underclass Section is looking to expand its coverage for grades 9, 10, 11 in the 2017 Aerie. We need your help! Please fill out the quick survey by November 7, 2016: https://goo.gl/forms/VwpAkn2BMSfrs86j1.
This is a great way to show your #EaglePride and #RepTheM!
SENIOR PORTRAITS
If you did not have your senior portrait taken over the summer, contact Cady Studios immediately. The deadline to photograph is October 30, 2016.
Senior Portrait info is available here: PORTRAIT INFO
You must use Cady if you want your photo in the yearbook.
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SCHOOL STORE OPENING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 17!
The Milton School Store will be opening Monday, October 17. The store has relocated to far side of room 1275. Everyday school supplies can be purchased during store hours.
OPEN:
Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 7:45 - 8:15
Monday and Fridays during all lunches
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EAGLE PRIDE
FBLA
FBLA congratulates our 2016 National Winners:
- Avanthika Ramesh, 2nd place, Electronic Career Portfolio: Digital Photography
- Paris Mitchell & Ethan Rainey (class of 2016) 10th place, 3D Animation
- Marissa Marshall, Global Business
To put this achievement in perspective, FBLA has about 250,000 members--way to go Miltonians! Milton FBLA invites
everyone who is interested in developing leadership skills and/or competing in one of the 74 national events to join us. Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 18, at 7:45AM, in room 2301.
MARCHING BAND
Congratulations to the Marching Band for a outstanding performance at this year's Sprayberry Southern Invitational. The band brought home honors for best in class and division overall band, colorguard, and percussion, received the Dan Martin award for overall music performance, the Freddy Martin award for overall general effect, and the Barry Morgan award for overall visual performance in addition to being announced as gold division Grand Champions!
ATHLETICS
FENCING
The Milton Fencing Team continues to add to its medal collection! In Round 3 of tournament competition, Senior Amith Vadlamudi brought home a Bronze - his first medal. Co-Captains Jordan Hirsch and Jake Paris along with Junior Ethan Lee scored points and advanced in league standings. Another successful tournament for the Fencing Eagles as they defend the Mpire!
COMPETITION CHEER
Congratulations to the Milton Coed Competition team. They finished fourth at the Peachtree Ridge Competition this weekend.
CROSS COUNTRY
Lady Eagles Lead Milton Cross Country at Coach Wood Invite!
Congratulations to the Girls Cross Country Team on winning the Coach Wood Invitational. In the Boys Open division, Milton finished first as well! Also delivering some strong performances were:
Boys Varsity - 4th Place
Girls JV - 3rd Place
Boys JV - 5th Place
Girls Open - 3rd Place
The Milton cross country teams begin their post-season with the GHSA Area 3 XC Championship meet on Saturday, October 22 at Boling Park in Canton, GA hosted by Cherokee High School. The top-6 teams & top-12 individuals in the varsity races will qualify for the GHSA State Meet to be held on Friday, November 4 in Carrollton, GA.
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ATHLETIC SCHEDULES
HOME EVENTS
10.20 Thu
- 9th Football v South Forsyth (Region Championship)@5:30PM
10.20 Thu -
JV Football v Lambert (Region Championship) @ 7:15PM
10.21 Fri - Football v Central Forsyth *Homecoming* @ 7:30PM
AWAY EVENTS
10.15 Sat
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Cross Country @ Canton Region 4/5 Area Championship TBD
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